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Gazebo with Privacy Wall enclosing Back Yard - perfect for relaxing!

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 574 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

San Antonio, TX

San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium4 min drive
River Walk7 min drive
Pearl District8 min drive
San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)12 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Very happy with everything. Always stayed in hotels. This was our first time renting a place. Beautiful, quiet and very ...

Joe C.

May 14, 2023

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Charming Well-Appointed Casita Near Downtown River Walk and The Pearl

This charming and comfortable casita with a private entrance and code, and dedicated off street parking, for guests has everything needed for a home away from home or working remotely. With premium, comfortable beds and luxury linens, large flat screen smart TVs, and premium cable channels, you are all set for working or for a comfy nest to relax. Included in the well-appointed kitchen are a Ninja Foodi and Keurig - along with everything needed for preparing meals, but if you don’t want to cook, the property is within pleasant walking distance or a short ride to many excellent dining and take out options.
The casita is 15 minutes from the San Antonio airport or the Riverwalk. Situated in Alamo Heights, a lovely, quiet neighborhood in the heart of San Antonio, the property is walking distance from the McNay Art Institute and 5-10 minutes away from the Witte Museum, San Antonio Museum of Art, the Pearl Complex and Fort Sam Houston.
The casita offers guests complete privacy - both inside and with a furnished shaded patio and backyard for guest use - but the owner is onsite and available to provide prompt response to any guest needs.
The home offers three comfortable premium bed options: a king size bed in the bedroom; sofa with queen bed pull out; and a cozy day bed in a niche, perfect for reading or relaxing. The spacious bedroom has its own en suite master bath- all updated- and a walk-in closet. The property also has a half bath/powder room and a full size new washer and dryer.
Remote work is supported by a desk, multi-device charger and screen to separate the work and living spaces. A wi-fi booster allows access to the internet outside on the patio and backyard when the weather is just too nice to stay inside. The provided Kindle Fire Stick is preloaded with online links with guidance on recommended dining and attractions.

Kitchen: Full size refrigerator with ice maker; Keurig and beverage choices; cooktop; microwave; Ninja Foodi grill and air cooker; toaster; dishes and glassware; silverware; toaster; measuring cups; pots and pans; mixing bowls; can opener; knives; dish towels

Bathrooms; 1 + 1/2: plenty of towels and toilet paper; grooming products; ironing board and iron

Patio/Backyard: Private; ample comfortable seating; dining table. Outdoor electric grill and Weber charcoals grill; fire pit and wood available for toasty relaxing evenings in colder weather.

Property manager

Gretchen Glasscock and Carla A. Salinas

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

San Antonio

This holiday home is located in Alamo Heights, a neighbourhood in San Antonio, and is near theme parks. Pearl District and Alamo are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium and Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Alamodome or Frost Bank Center. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

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San Antonio, TX

What's nearby

San Antonio Botanical Gardens - 4 min drive
San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium - 4 min drive
Alamo - 7 min drive
River Walk - 7 min drive
Pearl District - 8 min drive

Getting around

San Antonio Station - 13 min drive
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
‪Tong's Thai Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
‪Paloma Blanca Mexican Cuisine - ‬6 min walk
‪Silo Restaurant & Bar - ‬20 min walk
‪EZ's Brick Oven and Grill - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Well-Appointed Casita Near Downtown River Walk and The Pearl pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Well-Appointed Casita Near Downtown River Walk and The Pearl ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Well-Appointed Casita Near Downtown River Walk and The Pearl ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Well-Appointed Casita Near Downtown River Walk and The Pearl located?

Located in Alamo Heights, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum and San Antonio River. San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

27 May 2024

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

A lovely home away from home

Carla is a fantastic hostess and her guest suite is perfect! There is a large bedroom with a king size bed, a separate bathroom and dressing area/closet, a nice view of the lush patio and backyard. There is an additional sleeping nook with a writing area. Another half bath is also very nice. The kitchen and comfy sitting area/dining nook also look out on the lovely deck and backyard, complete with a cabana.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

14 Apr 2024

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Highlight of our 2024 eclipse trip!

The property was delightful - homey, lots of outdoor space and seating, very well maintained and clean. The location was perfect - quiet, but easy access to downtown and the sights. Our hostess, Carla, was welcoming, attentive, and informative, without being obtrusive. We were welcomed with snacks and wine - perfect after a long day of travel! After the eclipse, Carla treated us to special eclipse-themed cupcakes! We’ve stayed at many rentals over the years in many places around the country. Very few could even hold a candle to this. We predict that we will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

14 May 2023

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

First timer

Very happy with everything. Always stayed in hotels. This was our first time renting a place. Beautiful, quiet and very tidy! Lovely yard and great location for us.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

9 Feb 2023

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My home away from home💗

This is my second stay at this lovely property and my go to for future trips to the Alamo City! Wonderful neighborhood close to all the good things in the city and easy access to major highways and JBSA. Lovely place with all the amenities to include a great patio and yard. Carla is a wonderful host and I’ll definitely be staying here again and again on my travels to San Antonio!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

23 Dec 2022

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Cozy and Comfortable

We spent 5 nights as we visited our grand children in San Antonio and thought the accommodations were comfortable, with good lighting and everything we needed. We would stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Skip P.

11 July 2022

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Nice place!

Quiet neighborhood. Super casita joining owner’s home. Amenities galore. Really nice owners.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rona D.

21 May 2022

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Lovely casita! We enjoyed coffee in the mornings in the backyard gazebo. Very quiet, yet close

Easy, accurate description

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brigette D.

23 Apr 2022

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Top Notch

You couldn't want for anything more when staying at this property! Comfortable bedding, ample supplies, and the hostesses even welcomed us with a bottle of wine with tortilla chips and salsa!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

4 Apr 2022

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

Charming casita in Alamo Heights

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Darling cottage with exceptional amenities. Master bed was uber comfortable. We had everything we needed and more! Gorgeous yard area for enjoying drinks or coffee and we took photos in that area as we were there for a special event. Close to everything we needed downtown and at Fort Sam. We could have definitely extended our stay if we were able and can’t wait to come back again! Thanks so much for the great bottle of wine and chips and salsa. We enjoyed! Can’t say enough about this lovely home!!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

bob k.

25 Mar 2022

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

Wonderful Rental, Location and Hosts!

We had a very enjoyable time at this stylish casita! Everything was clean, comfortable and stocked with everything we needed. Communication was easy, responsive and relaxed with onsite hosts. It was the perfect size for the two of us and could've easily slept a few more. It's an easy drive in to downtown activities, pearl district, etc., and then can return home to a safe, quiet and very nice neighborhood (where we enjoyed several walks). We also took advantage of the spacious backyard and multiple seating options to relax and enjoy the treats the gracious hosts had waiting for us. Gretchen also pointed us to some amazing wineries in hill country - perfect outing for a chilly early spring day! Don't miss a trip to the nearby HEB grocery store - "half food / half amusement park" is how they describe themselves :o) Iron Cactus was a great choice for lunch on Riverwalk - try the tamale pops! Alamo and Bluestar brewpubs were fun and for sure make a trip out to 5 Stones Brewery in New Braunfels; you'll love the beers and the outdoor beer garden is huge, relaxing and shaded!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

KRISTINE R., Wesley Chapel

8 Feb 2022

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Convenient and lovely

The casita was just as advertised and a perfect stay. Highly recommend this host and the home. I needed to be close to the military base and it didn't disappoint. A short drive from the airport as well. The casita was appointed well for my needs, great coffee and a nice bed! Thank you ladies for the stay, we hope to come back!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marlen S.

6 Feb 2022

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Great experience

they were very helpful and accommodating. The rooms were beautiful, clean and cozy. Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

shelley m., Cape Coral, FL

30 Dec 2021

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Great property in a great location!

Our original plans included a stay at a hotel on the riverwalk. At the last minute, we decided not to stay among the crowds. We were lucky enough to find this property open for the 2 nights we needed. I am so glad we changed our plans. This property is everything you see in the listing and more. The moment you walk in, you feel welcomed by the details that go above and beyond what you would expect. The place was immaculate and the location was great, not far from anything, but away from the craziness of the downtown area. After a long day among the crowded tour areas, it was so nice to feel like you were coming home. The bed was outstanding. Seems like a weird thing to notice, but when you are away from home, you miss the comforts of your own bed. I can honestly say the bed was better than the one we have at home, and ours is high end. If you are considering this property, don’t hesitate to book it. You won’t be disappointed.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

nancy n.

28 Dec 2021

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Excellent in every way!!!

This was our 3rd stay over Christmas and as usual, we had a wonderful time. Gretchen and Carla are great hosts! Happy New Year🍾

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dana G.

27 July 2021

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Cute casita for mamita and daughter

Had everything we needed for a weeks vacation. Loved the outdoor spaces! The master bedroom bed was FANTASTIC...slept wonderfully. Thanks to our hosts!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tamara G.

20 July 2021

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First Casita stay!

Great property with perfect location to beautiful areas of San Antonio and major attractions and DTN food and fun.

10/10 Excellent

David M., Georgetown

13 July 2021

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A great stay in San Antonio!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this property. It was well decorated, and the owners clearly paid a great deal of attention to detail in virtually everything. Simple things like K-Cups were generously supplied. We will make this our base of operations whenever we go to San Antonio.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

5 July 2021

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Beautiful place

Great set-up! Clean, well stocked and very nice owners. Would highly recommend 👍🏻

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wanda R.

1 July 2021

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Quick weekend visit

My husband and I needed a place near our daughter’s apartment for a Father’s Day weekend. This was the perfect location. It’s quiet, beautifully decorated, and the bed is so comfortable! We picked up carry out food and played board games in the cozy living room and enjoyed the complimentary chips and salsa. We’ll definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

John K., Alma AR

9 June 2021

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Amazing Amazing Amazing

I am a man of few words but the attention to detail from start to finish for our stay in San Antonio was a perfect 10. The owners were very personal and amazing with communication and making sure our stay had everything we needed. Hands down this property is one of the best properties we have ever stayed. If we return to San Antonio we will request to stay here again. Thanks. John

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

25 May 2021

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Great location- beautiful outdoor space and great owners

Thank you for a wonderful base of operations in Alamo heights! We walked to... Witte, McNay, central market, Starbucks, cold stone creamery... and visited Trinity University and the Pearl with ease. Great little kitchen and we hosted a super little cocktail hour on the patio with twinkle lights, fans and loads of candles! Thanks for a great graduation spot.., t

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Remonia G.

19 May 2021

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Visiting Son and family

We truly enjoyed our stay, the host check on us because we had asked to check in early and because of the weather our flight was really late. When we arriver we had a bottle of wine waiting for us and some chips and salsa which was great and on time since we had been on planes and at the airport all day. The next morning the host came to greet us as we were leaving for our site seeing and my husband mention how he had trouble at the airport with the type of mask he was wearing. So when we return they had a package of mask for us. The place was very clean and welcoming.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

10 May 2021

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Quiet respite

Quiet and clean resting place to get away from it all. Close to everything in San Antonio. Enjoyed our stay.. Everything you need is provided. Nice backyard space to relax and enjoy the end of a wonderful day.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

28 Apr 2021

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San Antonio get away

Gretchen and Carla's property was beautiful!! My fiance and I enjoyed our stay and wish it was longer. We will be telling others about their property and hope they will visit also. Thank You so much!!! Gary Borsos

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

28 Apr 2021

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Wonderful Experience!

I had the most wonderful experience at this VRBO. It was exactly as pictured and the gazebo area was so serene and pleasant, I almost didn’t want to leave and go tour San Antonio. The king bed was amazing. It is in a very quaint little neighborhood and convenient to everything. I did not get to meet Gretchen, but Carla was extremely gracious and friendly and made sure I had everything I needed.. I will definitely stay here the next time I’m in San Antonio. Highly recommend this place!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Gretchen Glasscock and Carla A. Salinas

Gretchen Glasscock, a San Antonio native, was the leading force behind passage of the Texas Farm Winery Act, providing the foundation for the contemporary Texas wine industry; she also launched the planting of the first premium wine grape, Vinifera Vineyard in Texas. Later, Glasscock was the founding web publisher of and a member of the Board of Directors of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO-San Antonio) and served as financial news editor for Hearst. She also co-founded Advancing Women in Leadership Journal, the first on-line professional, refereed journal for women in leadership which she donated to Texas A&M.
Glasscock attended Wellesley College,graduated from Columbia University in New York City, took courses at Wharton School of Business. Glasscock has published and spoken on business and career issues internationally; has provided content to Fortune 500 companies and has been published internationally.

Carla A. Salinas, co-owner, also a native of San Antonio, is a speech therapist who graduated from Our Lady of the Lake and received her Masters from the University of the Incarnate Word. Her wide ranging experience included a childhood with her military parents in Libya, 10 years living in Mexico, with a stint dancing for the Ballet FolkLorico, and a turn as President of a local San Antonio Teacher's Union.
Both owners, who are also world travelers, are connoisseurs of fine wining and dinning and aficionadas of all things San Antonio, including its exuberant and festive bi-cultural vibe, They are always available, at your request, to provide suggestions or guidance to enhance your visit.

Why they chose this property

As lifetime San Antonians, with time out for life in New York City and San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato, Mexico, we wanted to come home to be part of our community and help build its future. We chose Alamo Heights, because of our deep roots near here and because, from our point of view, it is the crown jewel of San Antonio's diverse neighborhoods. When we bought the house, it was a small, simple artist's cottage in a wooded area, with lovely fruit trees, and boasting a small studio for painting. Over the years we have expanded the house and filled it with our curated treasures, art and antiques from here and abroad, giving it a unique and eclectic flavor, but , most of all, a sense of warmth and welcome to all. Along with that expansion came the development of our separate casita, and opening it to guests from many States and, indeed , around the world, from places like Taiwan, China, Canada and Europe, all of whom it has been our pleasure to welcome and assist with their explorations of our home town.

What makes this property unique

What is truly unique about our home is its location in a one of a kind warm, friendly, beautiful and safe neighborhood, near the best of all that San Antonio offers, and the rich, welcoming ambiance we have been able to create here.