Remodeled 1858 Historic home that was once part of the Alamo Ranch Land.

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Remodeled StoneHaus Cottage - Built in 1858

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102.2 sq m

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Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
Outdoor space

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San Antonio, TX

Alamo
‪8 min walk‬
River Walk
‪11 min walk‬
Henry B. González Convention Center
‪14 min walk‬
San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

LOCATION
Book StoneHaus and you are 4 blocks away from this Riverwalk wonderland.

This historic family-friendly private home includes free gated parking. Start your morning with coffee on the front porch or enjoy a relaxing evening in the backyard garden. The Alamo is only a short walk! Other downtown area attractions in close proximity include the San Antonio Riverwalk, Scottish Rite Center, Tobin Center, The Majestic Theater, Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, Sunset Station, Hemisfair Plaza, and the Alamodome. The Pearl district is within a short drive.

HISTORY
Known as the Engelmann-Muench House, this cottage was built in 1858 by Martin Engelmann, a wealthy German immigrant. The caliche block vernacular double house sits on a site which was once part of the Alamo farmlands. The structure is a good example of a once-common San Antonio house type and features original built-in end chimneys.

If you explore the neighborhood, you will find a new bar scene developing with Road Map Brewery, La Roca, Bentley's, and more. Of course, restaurants and food trucks are in close walking distance on North Alamo, Houston St and the Riverwalk. Don't forget to sign up for a ghost tour. There are several options from which to choose....Sisters Grimm is my favorite.
Morning coffee on the front porch is relaxing and an evening glass of wine on backyard patio is soothing and delightful.

ACCOMODATIONS
-Private home
-Owner not on premises
-2 bedroom, 1 bath
-Sleeps 6
-2 queen beds, 1 twin bed with trundle bed
-Full kitchen
-Washer and dryer
-Private parking
-TV and wifi
-Complimentary coffee
-Sorry, no pets

Property manager

Barry & Mona Hagendorf

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not allowed in the house, but you may smoke in the yard.

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

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A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Antonio

Located in San Antonio, this cottage is in the city centre. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Alamo, while those who have shopping on the agenda may want to visit Shops at Rivercenter and Market Square. Check out an event or a game at Alamodome, and consider making time for San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed.

San Antonio, TX

What's nearby

Alamo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Shops at Rivercenter - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
River Walk - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Henry B. González Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Alamodome - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

San Antonio Station - 19 min walk
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

‪Crockett Tavern - ‬8 min walk
‪Bonham Exchange - ‬5 min walk
‪Burleson Yard Beer Garden - ‬10 min walk
‪Bentley's Beer Garden - ‬5 min walk
‪Roadmap Brewing - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Remodeled 1858 Historic home that was once part of the Alamo Ranch Land. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Remodeled 1858 Historic home that was once part of the Alamo Ranch Land. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Remodeled 1858 Historic home that was once part of the Alamo Ranch Land. ?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Remodeled 1858 Historic home that was once part of the Alamo Ranch Land. located?

Located in Downtown San Antonio, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Ripley's Haunted Adventure, San Antonio River and Alamo. River Walk and Henry B. González Convention Center are also within 15 minutes. San Antonio Station is 19 minutes by foot.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Jon U.

12 Mar 2019

If you are looking for somewhere that has the perfect location in San Antonio, look no further!

Being in the travel industry, I’ve stayed at hundreds of hotels, houses and apartments. The StoneHaus was charming, authentic and perfectly located for all the best San Antonio has to offer. Having stayed there, I would say it’s ideal for a couple, or a couple with one child. Having been built in the 1850s, it’s still got the character and authenticity you’re looking for, yet the owners have provided all the mod cons you need. I loved the fact that we could walk 5 mins into the heart of San Antonio but after a full day of sight seeing we were able to retreat back to our little stone refuge and chill. I was travelling with my 18 year old daughter but would have loved my wife to see the property because she would have loved it. If you love your history and are prepared to accept the obvious limitations of a building built more than 150 years ago, you’ll love the StoneHaus.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

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10/10 Excellent

Philippa D.

4 Apr 2018

Lovely home in central location

This was a perfect place for a weekend stay in San Antonio. Walking distance to many of the hot spots and a lovely design with everything you need. One note is you do access the second bedroom through the first so perfect for a child or family member.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Spencer C.

7 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Located so close to downtown

Great space for access to Downtown venues and far away places. Host left very nice touches such as firewood and wine. If youwant access to Downtown and candeal with being Downtown then this spot is great l.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie S.

2 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Historic getaway

Historic home within walking distance of the Alamo and Riverwalk. Very nice small yard and patio, very comfortable. Access controlled parking. Overall a very nice experience!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia H.

31 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable Hacienda safe and convenient to downtown

We thoroughly loved our stay at StoneHaus. The history of the building was so interesting and the hosts gave us all the information we needed to have a fantastic trip, plus a bonus bottle of wine! Beds were comfortable, plenty of storage to unpack our suitcases for a long weekend, and Roku on the TV helped us decompress after some long hikes and shopping days on the riverwalk. Gated parking added a layer of security for the area as some homeless folks seek shelter in nearby churches, but at no time did that affect our experience or safety on the trip. Would consider staying here everytime we come back to visit with friends or our families.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin K.

7 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house in convenient location

We came to San Antonio for a wedding, and I'm so glad we picked this house. It was very cute and well-kept! I also appreciated the gate surrounding the house. The neighborhood was quiet (aside from some car sounds), but it was nice to know nobody else could get into the property area. (We had some issues with gate codes, but the host leaves a remote control for opening the back gate just in case). Since there's really just one bedroom, there isn't a ton of privacy (there's a daybed with two twin mattresses in a small room, and two queen beds in a larger attached room), but it was a great spot to stay with family. We were able to walk downtown quickly, and my partner and I - both vegetarian - loved Plantaqueria, which was just a couple of blocks away. Thanks, Mona and Barry!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen D., Milton, NY

26 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful piece of history

StoneHaus was one of the most beautiful homes I've rented, it's a true slice of history! The house was spotless, the beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed during our stay. It was a short walk to both the Alamo and the Riverwalk. We saw a few homeless people in the area but it wasn't any different than what you'd see in any other city. I was visiting with my daughter and 2 young grandchildren (2&3), we felt comfortable walking to/from the downtown area. StoneHaus is completely fenced in with security gates which made us feel very safe at night. The host was friendly and responsive. I highly recommend staying at StoneHaus!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Sam Y.

31 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Disliked: Location

Neighborhood

The house was nice. The neighborhood was surrounded by homeless. I thought we could walk to the river walk seeing it is less than a mile but I was unwilling to take my family through the homeless encampments.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

m c.

24 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed it

Unique little place, very private and quiet… Frankly, I was concerned about it being in an industrial area, but we absolutely loved it and it was secure and perfect for our family for a few days while visiting San Antonio!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danna P., houston, tx

8 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little gem in SA

Had a lovely stay in SA. Loved the uniqueness and history of the home. Very clean and with all necessary amenities. Beds could use new mattresses, but overall we enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy T.

19 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We had an awesome experience. The property is just 4 blocks from the Alamo.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brayden H.

24 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was great! Clean and nice place!

Very clean and nice place to stay close to downtown

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

15 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous time!

Had a wonderful time staying here for a girls’ trip! Will definitely be back! Gorgeous historic home! Wonderful location!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyler W.

18 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great historical home

Stonehaus is a fantastic little home that is part of early San Antonio. Very comfortable and near to everything you would want to do in the downtown area.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

9 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

San Antonio weekend

The property is very close - within walking distance - of the key sites in downtown San Antonio, and carries such history being built in 1860s. Very well taken care of and we enjoyed our time there!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debby M.

14 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing House

This house was wonderful. Historic home and easy walk to Alamo and downtown. Would stay again if I return to visit.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex R.

5 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot, interesting history

It's not often that you get to get to stay in a 19th century home. They did a great job restoring it and the proximity to the riverwalk and the alamo is the real win. We felt safe in this one story house, despite the high number of vagrants in downtown. It was a great stay and easy to corral the young kids.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janel W.

7 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Central Location

We truly enjoyed our stay. Very close to key areas in San Antonio. Loved the history of the house. It was gated, but we still didn't feel comfortable sitting outside at night - I guess that is expected being downtown in a city (we were 4 females). We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Myla S.

26 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved the patio and privacy

House is in a convenient location about 4 blocks to the Alamo and river walk and it was quiet. The house was very clean and updated. We loved the little yard and patio and the privacy. While we were in downtown and homeless nearby, we felt very safe in the house and walking to and from the river walk. I only take off a star because the bed frames need some tightening and securing. They were Wobbly and noisy. So anytime anyone moved in the night it woke us up so sleep could’ve been better. The mattresses were comfortable. The couch was super comfy. :-) There was plenty of space for our family of four to spread out. Overall we had a great stay for our first time in San Antonio. Cute house, convenient location, fun trip, river walk exceeded our expectations. It was nice to leave the crowds and walk back to our quiet private place.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T., Ankeny Iowa

18 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place, location is awesome

Would stay again, very charming and Mona was great

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

15 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

San Antonio weekend

Very clean, well equipped property in easy walking distance to The Alamo and other downtown San Antonio attractions. 15 min Uber Ride from airport. The immediate surrounding neighborhood is run down and a bit rough looking but we had NO SAFETY ISSUES and would rent this property again. Hosts were very helpful.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

7 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place in San Antonio

Loved everything about the Stonehaus…great location, comfortable lodging, lots of history. Easy walk to downtown and convention center. Would highly recommend for a couple or small family visiting San Antonio!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily M., Cypress Texas

2 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house near the Riverwalk

We had a wonderful time staying at Stonehaus. It was within walking distance of all of the downtown attractions. The list of restaurants and attractions in the binder were so helpful. Behind the house was a Mexican Restaurant, with great breakfast tacos. On New Year's Eve, we could see the fireworks display out the back gate. An extra bonus to welcome in the New Year.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hanna R., Baldwin, MD

6 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute home close by everything

The property was perfect for 4. Was i A short 3 blocks from the river walk and easy access to highways. Scooters all over the place to hop on and take short ride to The Pearl. Privately gated, so very safe. Would stay here again for sure!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristi W.

25 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and cool house

Pictures do not do this house Justice! The fact that it was walking distance to all of the attentions that we visited was the best part. The only downside was the homeless people and shelter nearby but that’s going to be in every big city. Overall great place and if I come back to San Antonio, I’ll be booking here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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