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Home in a urban country setting, ideal Winter Refuge

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Property grounds
Smart TV, books
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
The current price is €170
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

About this property

Entire place

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

Home in a urban country setting, ideal Winter Refuge


The South Central Texas Retreat is a very private, serene and peaceful refuge in a small gated community. The 1800sf, 3 bed/2 bath home is situated on a 1 acre lot on the edge of the Texas Hill Country and the Edwards Plateau.
We are a convenient 5-7 minutes away from city amenities. A modest 30 minute drive to downtown attractions of the City of San Antonio or the tubing attractions of Schlitterbahn or the Comal and Guadalupe Rivers.
We are less than a 5 minute drive to the Natural Bridge Caverns/Wildlife Ranch and the Bat Cave Conservatory site.
Fiesta Texas is a modest 30 minute drive and Sea World a 40 minute drive.
Boutique cities of Wimberly, Fredericksburg, Kerrville and Boerne are a 1hr to 1hr and 15 min drive respectively through the scenic Texas Hill Country.
Seasonal Festivities in our area include the San Antonio Rodeo and Livestock Exhibition (Feb), Fiesta (April/SA), NCAA Men’s Final Four (April) Valero Texas Open Golf Tournament (April), Randolph AFB Air Show (May), Wurstfest (Nov/New Braunfels) , Windcrest Festival of Lights (Dec), San Antonio Riverwalk Festival of Lights (Thanksgiving until Christmas) and the Valero AlamoBowl (late Dec) plus many more.
Other attractions include the historic Alamo, San Antonio Missions NP, SA Zoo , SA Botanical Gardens, The Pearl Fine Dining and Entertainment District, Morgan’s Wonderland and Gruene’s Live Entertainment.
Our BnB offers a cozy setting for a girls weekend get away.
After a busy day of activities, our BnB offers a quiet, private and peaceful respite to recharge your “batteries”.
The BnB offers comfortable accommodations for up to 6 persons and is pet friendly. We offer a variety of coffees with a Keurig coffee maker. A drip coffee maker is also available. Green Tea is also available with a variety of fruit juices and bottled water.
A selection basket of snacks is made available as well as pastries for the first morning is provided.
Enjoy your morning coffee on the wrap around front porch or covered back patio and enjoy natures views.
The kitchen is fully stocked for any meal preparation or a gas grill that you can grill your steaks/burgers/chicken or salmon on the patio.
Enjoy a bean bag toss game in the back yard to close out your days activities.
The large screen TV in the Living Room offers 60+ broadcast channels, 100+ Samsung Internet Channels and Roku capabilities to view programs on any of your streaming services.
Simple access to the internet by scanning the QR code on the wall of the breakfast area or tent cards throughout. No worry with having the correct password.

San Antonio International Airport is a 30 minute drive and Austin Bergstrom Airport approx 1hr 20 min drive away.
Maps are included in the photo gallery of the many golf courses nearby.

We do not add additional fees. Our listed per night rates are our standard, except State occupancy taxes and the assessed platforms service charge.

Property manager

Kenneth Archer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

Map
San Antonio, TX

What's nearby

  • Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Bracken Bat Flight - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Natural Bridge Caverns - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Randolph Air Force Base - 17 min drive - 16.7 km
  • TPC San Antonio - 27 min drive - 22.6 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wraptitude - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Home in a urban country setting, ideal Winter Refuge pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Home in a urban country setting, ideal Winter Refuge?

As of 7 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Home in a urban country setting, ideal Winter Refuge on 23 Mar 2025 start from €170.20, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Home in a urban country setting, ideal Winter Refuge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home in a urban country setting, ideal Winter Refuge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Home in a urban country setting, ideal Winter Refuge located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Bracken Bat Flight, Natural Bridge Caverns and Rolling Oaks Mall. Schertz Dog Park and Comanche Lookout Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Home in a urban country setting, ideal Winter Refuge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 212 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 212 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 212 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 212 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

Wonderful stay!
Very nice property and a great location. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Great place to stay
We enjoyed our stay even though it was short. Would definitely stay again. Appreciated the little extras, like juices in fridge and snacks.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

George R.

Best place to stay near San Antonio by far!
This was the best VRBO that we have ever stayed at. Everything we needed was provided and the property was quiet and serene away from any traffic. Only 30 min to the Alamo and centrally located for all sights that we wanted to see. I wish we could have stayed longer and hope to return in the future.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Perfect Country stay
This was such a relaxing place to stay with special touches to welcome us. If you like to have some space, & yet be close to access everything, then this is a perfect spot for you! We enjoyed coming back to the house after our busy days of exploring to relax outside in the quiet countryside.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lenell R.

Nice Stay
The small neighborhood is nice and quiet. We felt welcomed and cozy in this house. It had everything we needed to have a great overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele Levin R., New Freedom, PA, USA

Very comfy and relaxing
We had a wonderful time at this property. It was very clean, spacious and the perfect home base for our Texas adventures. I would absolutely recommend staying there and look forward to our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha Y.

Beautiful house in the hill country!!!
We had a lovely time at Kenneth's property and it was beautiful! We were only there for a night, but will have to come back as the porch was beautiful to experience in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

Great Place
Me and my wife stayed there for our wedding night and it was absolutely perfect! Very clean and such a peaceful area!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norm R.

Great rental in a country setting
We were very impressed by this rental. Very clean, great communication, kitchen and bathrooms had all the necessary amenities and house and property were very spacious.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanner P.

Stay was great will definitely come back
It was in between San Antonio and new bransfels so there a lot to do around you
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly V.

Great stay and great home! Kind and easy hosts-started with breakfast muffins to greet us.
Lovely home with giant backyard. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

The archers
Very nice place and very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

Family get together
Perfect house for enjoying the town. Great yard to play and beautiful trees on the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Landon S.

Very welll kept house
We loved this place. It was near all the places we wanted to visit as well as very well kept.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M., Tacoma Wa

Amazing stay
This was a great stay. I could live here forever. Highly recommend! Great hosts!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Quiet and Peaceful
Excellent location with a quiet and peaceful stay. Plenty of room for the kids to play and the adults to relax. House is very well taken care of and the host definitely goes above and beyond. Highly recommend and we will definitely stay here our next time back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Lundy's review
Absolutely first class home.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

pam h.

Nice chance to visit again
This was our second time to visit this year. The place feels like we are visiting a cozy home of a family member. Very peaceful surroundings, yet close to groceries and restaurants if we need them, and beautifully decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Perfect location for Hill Country activities
We felt so at home at this wonderful little bungalow. Convenient to restaurants, stores, San Antonio, Austin and other Hill Country activities it was truly a home away from home. We felt so welcome!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

The house and surrounding property is beautiful. The house is stocked with lots of extras (juice, coffee, snacks etc)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Perfect Cottage Home & Country Setting
Very clean, beautifully decorated and well-oufitted. But still close enough to civilization to enjoy entertainment and restaurants. Very gald they allowed our two dogs!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Fabulous!
This property was wonderful! All the the thoughtful touches all over the home... we would love to stay again! Cant beat this amazing home!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra N.

Soccer Weekend
The house had everything we needed, kids enjoyed it. Host very accomodating
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

EDWIN A. R.

Bubba’s first getaway in 3 months
Relaxing, peaceful, quiet and very beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Weekend get away!
Love the property, location was perfect so close to everything. The house was cozy and clean. We will definitely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020