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5-Acre Nature Retreat In The Heart Of San Antonio with Pickleball and Tennis

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Terrace/patio
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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

5-Acre Nature Retreat In The Heart Of San Antonio with Pickleball and Tennis

This peaceful, five-acre gated estate is located in the heart of San Antonio. Hundreds of surrounding oak trees will make you feel like you are in the Texas Hill Country. The estate is family friendly and includes a swimming pool, tennis / pickleball court, basketball court, pool table, bocce ball set and playscape. Whether you are looking for a relaxing retreat or plenty of room to let the kids run, play, and swim, The Ambassador House and its sprawling grounds will fit anyone's needs.

A luxurious mid-century modern home with 5,000 square feet, The Ambassador House is the main house on the estate and comfortably sleeps up to 12 persons. An additional 6 people can stay in the guest house (details below). The Ambassador House is beautifully furnished in mid-century modern and transitional style with modern artwork. The master suite includes 1 king bed, coffee bar, sitting area, walk in closet, and private bath. The other 2 bedrooms include 2 queen beds each and a Jack and Jill bath. The study accommodates two more persons on a twin size daybed and a pull out twin bed, and the study has its own full bath. The Ambassador House also includes a formal living area, a dining room with seating for 8, a fully equipped kitchen with a breakfast nook for 6, and game room with a TV, bar, and pool table. Every room in the house has sweeping views of natural oak trees and wildlife.

Also available for rent on the estate is the Garden House. It is a 1,800 square foot guest house with similar mid-century modern and transitional décor. The Garden House accommodates 6 people, has a spacious living area with a TV, a dinning area that seats 6, and a fully equipped kitchen. The master bedroom includes 1 king bed and en suite bath, and the guest room includes 1 queen bed and a shared bath. A second living area includes a card table, bar, and queen size sofa bed. The Garden House boasts equally impressive views of the surrounding oaks trees with two calming water features. From the peaceful back deck, you can enjoy a distant view of the San Antonio downtown skyline. For additional information, availability, and rates for the Garden House, see our separate listing at HomeAway: 4131010.

We want your experience to be exceptional. A maintenance/grounds keeper, who resides on the estate, will be available to assist in making your stay as comfortable as possible.

*The Ambassador and the Garden House rent independently of each other and may be rented to separate, unrelated parties. All renters and residents on the property have access to common areas such as the pool, tennis court, basketball court, and playscape.

*Tennis rackets and balls, pickle ball paddles and balls, and basketball are available at the property.

Property manager

Owner/Property Manager

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 5,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number STR-23-13500912

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

5 Acre Nature Retreat In The Heart Of San Antonio!

About the neighborhood

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San Antonio, TX

What's nearby

  • University of Texas Health and Science Center at San Antonio - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • South Texas Medical Center - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • USAA Corporate Office Headquarters - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • St. Mary's University - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • River Walk - 11 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio Station - 18 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪QuikTrip - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco Cabana - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ding How Chinese Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Capo’s Pizzeria Babcock - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Maria Bonita - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 5-Acre Nature Retreat In The Heart Of San Antonio with Pickleball and Tennis have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 5-Acre Nature Retreat In The Heart Of San Antonio with Pickleball and Tennis pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5-Acre Nature Retreat In The Heart Of San Antonio with Pickleball and Tennis?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5-Acre Nature Retreat In The Heart Of San Antonio with Pickleball and Tennis?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5-Acre Nature Retreat In The Heart Of San Antonio with Pickleball and Tennis located?

This family-friendly vacation home is located in the city center, within 2 mi (3 km) of Wonderland of the Americas Mall and Methodist Hospital Texsan. University of Texas Health and Science Center at San Antonio and Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans' Hospital are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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5-Acre Nature Retreat In The Heart Of San Antonio with Pickleball and Tennis Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

george d.

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

Very nice place

Excellent location, Plenty of room, Very private Great vacation spot!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie R.

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

Feels like coming home

This is by far our favorite place to stay and each time it feels like we are coming home again. Thanks so much for lending us this space
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manish N.

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

Beautiful property

Fantastic. Had everything you needed at the property itself but also minutes away from sea world, Alamo and river walk. Maria Bonita’s was especially amazing in minutes from property :).
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Denise H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Roadtrip

Property was nice place to entertain my three grandsons. We were disappointed with the kitchen. It could use a good cleaning and could use more dishes and some kitchen linens. Edgar was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

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

San Antonio Oasis

Beautiful. Stunning. My family and a few friends stayed here Feb. 20-23, 2020. We could not have been more pleased. The home is gorgeous and the property is incredible. It is more breathtaking than the pictures show. The owner was very attentive and quick to respond to any questions. The on site caretaker was also very polite and helpful. 5 stars doesn’t do this property justice.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Jessica E.

Questionable

This was a fantastic trip and location until after I got home and received an email saying they were turning in an insurance claim for a towel bar. Now keep in mind that nothing was broken. I typically stay at 25+ vrbo locations a year. I've never once had an issue. I photo and video in and photo and video on my way out. So that I always have proof. Besides that the only other issue was that the caretaker of the property and his family were in the pool until late on Fri. & Sat. Night and that made it weird for us to enjoy it. However this wasn't as big of a deal as the scam pulled after we left. We intended on renting this location two more times this year but not after this.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Sarah T.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Very cool property but needs some love

Very cool property with lots of deer! I’m sure in the 50s this was the coolest house around. But! It’s pretty rundown. The pool definitely was dirty. Most of us didn’t even swim because it was so merky. Vacuum doesn’t work which is a bummer because critters are around so if you want to clean up the kitchen after cooking… the vacuum isn’t an option. kitchen is not very well stocked with basic cook wear and what is there is very old and looks gross. Bbq didn’t come with bbq cookware so we had to use whatever we could find in the kitchen. One of 3 lounge chairs at the pool is completely broken. Ice machine is broken so you’ll have to buy your own. Overall the house is very cool and looks amazing on the website but it definitely it is very understocked in usable items. Not a lot of extra linens or blankets, the laundry facility is gross and has missing buttons and has a bunch of dead bugs in it… also my pillow after removing the case had a huge dead spider in it. It accommodated the family but I wouldn’t even consider staying again. Please put some love into the ambassador house! Because it would be top notch if it was just given some love.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ammar H.

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

Great family rental hill country feel mid San Antonio

It was a weekend rental and we enjoyed every bit of it . Location is great with short drives to all exciting city locations, with quit hill country feel area , highly recommended !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C., Georgetown, TX

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

Incredible

The tennis court and pool were great activities. Comfortable rooms and beds. The house and grounds were fun to explore! The wildlife was amazing - so fun to see the deer, fox, squirrels, and clumsy kittens playing around the yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

Amazing retreat in a great location!

This property was beautiful. You feel like you are out away from the city, but in reality it right in the middle. Everything is so close, and easy to get to but this property had everything needed. I highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Family Vacation.

I rented it for my family and my cousins family. The property is beautiful with LOTS of big bucks, does, and fawns that we saw everyday. We enjoyed the pool outside and the pool table. The architecture of the home is really neat. Lots of updates but maintaining some of the original design. Main bedroom is at the opposite end of the house from the living area and is very quiet. It’s just as beautiful in person. The bathroom does face the front of the property where the driveway and garden house are so I wouldn’t enjoy a tub bath with the blinds open. Never had any concerns to talk with the owner or Edgar. He was available if we needed him but we had all the privacy that we needed. I would love to go again and stay longer,
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josie G., Houston, TX

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

Great Family Getaway

A family of 7 with children. We all enjoyed the pool in the scorching heat of summer. The house is spacious for a bigger party.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dede C.

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

Meet the New Grand Baby

Everything was wonderful!!! We will definitely be back! Thank you! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

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

Great property

We enjoyed the whole house, separate sleeping rooms, amenities, and sheer space these listing provided. It was clean, easy to access, and fun.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chuck R.

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

Great property

Stayed at the property with extended family. Great entertaining space, we really enjoyed the pool table, table games, and the great views. My parents loved the deer that would visit daily while they had coffee. While it sits in the middle of a neighborhood close to everything ….it feels very secluded. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shyann H.

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

Beautiful country house in the middle of the city!!!

We loved this house! It’s so beautiful with a family of dear and a fox that seem to live on property! It’s so awesome to see them in the mornings and evenings. The house is very large. It is a bit dated but has everything you could possibly need. The only complaint my family had was that there are only 2 TVs in the house. One in the master bedroom and one in the livingroom. Other than that we had a perfect stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

Super cool house perfect for families

We loved this house! Stayed for a week of summer camp for my kids. It really has everything you could want for a getaway - pool, tennis courts, pool table, a HUGE yard! We would love to return again next summer. Really, really great VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pearl J.

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

Refreshed

I really enjoyed my stay at this property. We had a family vacation of 3 adult children and 1 grand child along with husband and myself. It was the perfect spot I will definitely be staying here again. We played pool,hung out at the pool Enjoyed seeing the deers in the evening which made the trip even better. All went well. Edgar was very pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

jackie a.

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

Quiet and peaceful get away

This property has amazing charm and a fabulous feel, like stepping on to a movie set. This house was definately built for entertaining. The indoor pool table, private pool, and tennis courts kept our family entertained all weekend. There are so many indoor and outdoor chill areas I recommend bringing your yoga mat, and hammock to fully enjoy the amazing yard and watch for the beautiful free roaming deer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Š.

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

3 night stay

The house is gorgeous and spacious, surrounded by beautiful landscaping, deer and overlooking downtown San Antonio, in the distance. It was clean and beds were comfortable and sheets soft. The check in process was easy and stress free. There is another smaller house on the property that they rent out, but they are very upfront with that and wasn’t an issue with us, because we never saw them. The location is great and close to major highways, lots of restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel G.

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

Relaxing/ family time

Exactly what we needed a decompressing no pressure family time with fun activities in home for everyone!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robyn P., Sunrise, FL USA

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

Beautiful and Peaceful!

Beautiful property in the middle of San Antonio. Plenty of space in the house for entertaining. We had deer in the back yard every day and a family of foxes visited one morning. Edgar was very helpful with a minor internet issue and was readily available for any questions. Good communication with the owner as well. The location was excellent with easy access to many attractions, shops and restaurants. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Audrey H.

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

Beautiful property!

This property was absolutely stunning! My group and I wished we could have stayed an extra day just to enjoy the nature that surrounds the home. Hope to come back to this one!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daniel T.

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

Stunning property

Absolutely amazing property and gorgeous home. Mad Men episodes could have been filmed here -- stunning architecture.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shelby T.

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

BEST PLACE TO STAY IN SAN ANTONIO!

We absolutely LOVED staying at this property this week! We were here for my sons medical procedure and this property truly felt like home! The pool and tennis court were a blast for our kids and we loved sitting on the patio at night enjoying a relaxing evening. Edgar the property manager was so kind and helpful if we needed anything at all! I will absolutely stay here again and recommend it to all my friends traveling to SA!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020