Great Rates Near River Walk, Museums, Golf, Zoo, Biking, More!

Both living rooms are spacious and have two separate sleepers

The downstairs kitchen is in shades of blue.

Simple, rustic furnishings in downstairs dining room.

Morning sunlight fills the one part of the downstairs dining area.

The upstairs kitchen is bright in greens.

Up and downstairs connect through an inside doorway that can be opened or locked

Full bedroom upstairs also has a private seating area and outside deck.

The master bedroom upstairs features a king bed and a master bathroom.

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Minimum stay:3 nights
Internet:Yes

Pets considered:Yes
Wheel chair accessible:No

San Antonio house description

Comfortably furnished, our 2-story duplex is ready to welcome visitors to the River Walk expansion just a few blocks away!

This 1921 upstairs/downstairs duplex has hardwood oak floors and staircase. The complete house sleeps up to 20 people, but can be divided into a 3/2 and 2/1 (with 'bonus' room) for convenience and discounted pricing.
The house was built in 1921 as overflow housing for Ft Sam Houston as the 5th Army 'beefed up' after the First World War. It was built as a duplex and remains that way: The floor plan has been modified over the years to add a second upstairs bathroom, laundry room downstairs, expand over a porch, etc, but the 'bones' of the house are still evident. The 'milk box' where the milkman once made his delivery is still open in the front breezeway (though it no longer has a door or a function!).

You can open up a hallway door off the inner stairway to join the units for a big family, or rent just the space you need. Either way, you'll enjoy the convenience of a fantastic location. Each space functions alone, but if you rent the whole house you can bring all the relatives for a unique family adventure, reunion, or retreat.

Hardwood floors and lots of natural light are characteristic of the period homes that line the streets of this neighborhood near historic Ft Sam Houston. We've kept the house very much as it was designed, with tile bathrooms and the original layout and glass-fronted upper kitchen cupboards. The house is eclectic and little Bohemian, clean and accommodating.

Just off the Broadway corridor, which unites downtown with upscale Alamo Heights, this street was once home to luminaries such as future President Dwight D. Eisenhower and famous General John J. Pershing. Now, stately homes and big trees invite you to step just a few blocks off the River and relax between your San Antonio adventures. Retired military and a smattering of younger families comprise our neighbors.

Both areas feature spacious living area with satellite television, large dining rooms, a full kitchen with a complete assortment of cookware and serving wares, and 1920 tile-floored bathrooms large, deep soaking tubs and shower. Upstairs, an extra bathroom is located next to the master bedroom in back. Altogether, there is one king bed, three queen beds, and one double bed – as well as a bunk in the 'bonus' room. Fold out couches create two extra beds in each of the living areas, (total of four) with high-density foam toppers to make for a comfortable nights sleep even in on the sofas. Roll-away cots are also available.

The back yard is sheltered and shaded under two spreading pecan trees. Use it for lots of parking or close the gate and let the kids play safely away from traffic and neighbors while you cook out on the grill or settle into a seat with a drink and a book after a day at the zoo or Sea World. Owner lives in small apartment at rear of property and can help you get the most out of your stay.

This is an older home in a near downtown historic district, not a contemporary suburban home. If you like PBS' 'This Old House' you'll enjoy returning as we continue to enhance and upgrade this home while preserving its features. Convenience and size are the standouts of THIS 'old house'!

We rent to vacationing families for holidays and summer weeks, but most of the year the house is occupied by military families here with Ft Sam Houston (accessed in our neighborhood) who need a temporary home while their soldier trains in the medical field.
Listed rates apply to downstairs unit only and the lowest rate ($50/night) is for 30 nights plus for military renters. E-mail for rates on full house and other details.

Keywords: Duplex, Historic, House, Flat

Property Type

2 story

House

Accommodation Type

Vacation Rental

Meals

Guests Provide Their Own Meals

Suitability

Children Welcome:
The second floor is not suitable for toddlers. The house was built in 1921 and conforms to standards from that era. There's no baby gate between floors....more less

Pets Considered:
Pets must be fully house broken and you must provide deposit. Extra cleaning fee may apply....more less

Non Smoking Only
Limited Accessibility

Bedrooms: 6 Bedrooms, Sleeps 20, Beds for 12-20

Bedroom 1
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Bedroom 2
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Bedroom 4
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Bedroom 5
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Bedroom 6
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Convertible bed(s)
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King size beds (1), Queen size Beds (3), Double Beds (2)

Bathrooms: 3 Bathrooms

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Kitchen & Dining

Kitchen:
Basic kitchen with gas range, fridge, prep area. Updated but still with the layout from earlier years....more less
Dishwasher:
Upstairs unit has a dishwasher. Downstairs unit does not....more less
Cooking Utensils:
Everything you need for normal cooking. Blender....more less

Microwave:
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Dining

Dishes & Utensils
Coffee Maker
Toaster
Refrigerator

Amenities

Parking Off Street:
Off street parking under the trees in back of the house. If you have multiple vehicles you will lose some of your outdoor space, but there's adequate room in the driveway and on the street, too....more less
Clothes Dryer
Washing Machine

Air Conditioning
Linens Provided
Towels Provided

Parking
Living Room
Hair Dryer
Iron & Board

Other Amenities

We keep bikes on hand for your use on the bike trails, Kayaks and rafts can be borrowed from our downtown location to put in on the San Antonio River nearby....more less

Entertainment

DVD Player
Television

Satellite / Cable
Video Library

Stereo

Communications

Wireless Internet

Outdoor Features

Deck / Patio

Outdoor Grill

Theme

Family

Historic

Tourist Attractions

Activities

Cinemas
Museums
Theme Parks
Live Theater
Restaurants

Zoo
Health/Beauty Spa
Antiquing
Shopping
Sight Seeing

Swimming
Tennis
Cycling
Golf
Kayaking

Rates

Rental basis: Per property

Dates	Nightly	Weekly	Monthly *

Base Rate 3 night min stay	$150	$875	$1,500

* Approximate Monthly rates, actual rate will depend on the days of the month you stay

Additional information about rental rates

Additional Fees and Taxes:

QUOTED RATES APPLY TO DOWNSTAIRS UNIT ONLY: Additional charges for upstairs unit. (VRBO options won't let us include it all). Please call for quotes.

All houses in San Antonio must include tax at the same as hotels and rental cars for stays less than 30 nights. Cleaning fee applies (variable depending on whether you rent the full house or one unit).

Notes:

Please contact us directly: We can offer specials and the house is sometimes rented partially for extended periods, making the second, unrented unit available at a discount.

50% deposit of base rate: Nonrefundable. Balance due 30 days in advance. If you need to reschedule more than 30 days in advance, we can apply your deposit to another date ($100 rescheduling fee applies).

This manager accepts: Credit cards.
Always make sure to call the number on the listing to confirm payment details. Only pay using credit card, PayPal, check or direct bank transfer. NEVER pay by cash or instant money transfer services such as Western Union or MoneyGram. Learn more

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Location

Very close to the north end of the River Walk, easy access to the Pearl Brewery redevelopment, minutes from the Alamo, Zoo, Witte Museum, McNay Museum, Brackenridge Park, etc. Walking distance to golf or Kiddie Park, new Children's Museum location (to open in 2013) one block away. 5-10 minutes or walkable to all downtown attractions: 25-30 minutes to Sea World, Fiesta Texas or New Braunfels.

Upstairs/downstairs duplex to rent together or singly can provide space for a family reunion in sunny San Antonio.

Manager info

Year Purchased: 1992

About: I'm a professional writer and editor with a wonderful daughter and a love for dogs. Our tiny dachshund/chihuahua mix, Melon, loves to come meet the visitors with us. We live in the 'mother-in-law' apartment at this address at the back of the property. I moved back here with my daughter after living ten years in the King William District downtown so that I could shepherd the new stages of improvement on this old house, which was never going to get the TLC it needs to be great in the 21st century unless I'm right here to chip away at it. I'm a single mom, so we have to do things in stages! It also allows me to talk to our visitors and help them find the experience of San Antonio they are looking for. I know where the best farmer's market is, the indie bookstores, the hidden gems for music, etc. I edited San Antonio's weekly newspaper for a few years and wrote about our 'scene' for the Dallas Morning News and other national media after I left the gig. it's not true that I know 'everybody' but in San Antonio I probably enjoy 1 degree of separation! We also returned to this address because we are living in San Antonio only part of the year now. My daughter Isabel, 13, is an actress and we spend some months of the year in Los Angeles. That means we only needed a 'pied a terre' in San Antonio. By choosing the little apartment here, I was making a commitment to the constant incremental improvements that an older home like this one requires. I was an art critic for several yeas, but lately I've been making art myself. When we get around to it we'll be hanging more of my own abstract expressionist pieces in the houses. I've lived in NYC as well as Chicago and traveled extensively throughout the world. It's a joy to me to share this special city with guests.

Why San Antonio:
I bought this home as my first investment and home. I love the location! It's convenient to everything! At the time I worked at the Witte Museum, just a few blocks away. I moved some years ago so that my daughter would be in the attendance boundary of the school I chose, which is a dual language school. As a result, she's fully bilingual now (English/Spanish) and has also studied Chinese for three years already. In the past few years she's become a working actress, so we spend part of the year in Los Angeles and part of it in a small apartment at the rear of this property. It's a great location and very peaceful. The house is a labor of love. It has been massively upgraded since I bought it, but it still has a distance to go. By living here again, in the rear unit, I can assure that this house continues to be a priority. Artists, writers, world travelers, and creative types who thrive on something unique and different to stimulate the imagination love this offbeat house and its history and 'vibe'. Suburbans who seek the most modern American look and amenities aren't going to groove to it. We're very popular with military families, not only because we're super close to Ft Sam but because Ft Sam trains medical personnel and they are often very worldly. Our military guests continually refer us to others in the military. If you are creative or adventurous, looking for loads of space, friendly people, and convenience at a price less than 3 hotel rooms (for the full house), this is for you. Our neighbors usually get out in the evening and walk their dogs, go for runs, ride a bike, etc: If you take a stroll after the heat dies down you'll meet some good people.

The Unique Benefits at this House:
This location is really fabulous. A few blocks to golfing, Kiddie Park, the Lions Field Activity Center, which has concerts, classes, and activities. Playgrounds, the zoo --- you name it, it's right nearby. And just a 5-10 minute drive downtown to the Alamo! Only 5 minutes to the Pearl Brewery Farmer's Market on Saturday mornings, and to the coffee shop, yoga, restaurants, etc at the Pearl! It's just a flat-out great place to be, and so close to the interstate for access to Sea World, Fiesta Texas, Schlitterbahn and so much more. You can even park the car and take a bus all over town from here: the main bus up Broadway is just at the end of the block. A designated 'Culture Bus' connects all the most important destinations.

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Both living rooms are spacious and have two separate sleepers
The downstairs kitchen is in shades of blue.
Morning sunlight fills the one part of the downstairs dining area.
The upstairs kitchen is bright in greens.
Queen bedroom upstairs.
The master bedroom upstairs features a king bed and a master bathroom.
Queen bedroom downstairs.

Another living room view
Simple, rustic furnishings in downstairs dining room.
Up and downstairs connect through an inside doorway that can be opened or locked
Full bedroom upstairs also has a private seating area and outside deck.
Master bedroom (king) downstairs.