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

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9.5Outstanding
(77 Ratings)
The property is a favorite with spacious rooms, beautiful grounds, and fun activities like pool, tennis, and wildlife. Great for family gatherings and relaxing getaways!
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9.5 / 10
Outstanding(77 Ratings)

House in San Antonio, TX

12 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths

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About this house rental

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.

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

Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Refrigerator
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Private pool access
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Patio
No pets allowed
Garden
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Bath or shower
Sofa bed
Ironing facilities
Towels
Desk
Hairdryer

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Ratings and reviews

9.5 / 10
Outstanding(77 Ratings)
review starsSummary of reviews
The property is a favorite with spacious rooms, beautiful grounds, and fun activities like pool, tennis, and wildlife. Great for family gatherings and relaxing getaways!
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
This has become our perfect summer get away with family and friends! Feels like a nature preserve secluded in the the middle of the bustling city. With easy access to restaurants and the highway this is our go to place in SA! We love the vintage nostalgia of the home with sliding glass doors and the pool table. Tons of windows to watch the deer and foxes play in the yard. With tons of trees for shade and hammocks. The quiet hum of nature as you soak in the pool, and the tennis/pickleball court for a fun family tournament!!! Thanks to Marco and Edgar for always making sure we have exactly what we need!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2025
Location was excellent! House was amazing. Very spacious! Pool was a blast. Deer in the back yard (4 bucks, 2 doe, 3 fawns). Could not have asked for better! 5 stars!!!!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2024
Excellent location, Plenty of room, Very private Great vacation spot!!
6 / 10Average·Jun 2025
Although this property is beautiful, it is in desperate need of attention. The grounds were unattended to. Weeds and overgrown grass all around. The wildlife was enjoyable to see but it was hard not to notice the lack of care all around. There were many cobwebs and dirt covered walls. The home itself could be so beautiful if it was taken care of better. It reeked of mold and mildew and was constantly damp feeling. All showers backed up with water and were not very clean. The kitchen was absolutely awful, it felt damp and smelled. All of the drawer pulls are rusted and look filthy. Refrigerator also smelled terrible and ice we put in the freezer quickly smelled and tasted nasty in a very short time.The sink was dirty when we arrived. Food was caked in the drain and there were noodles stuck to the sink. The pictures do not convey the level of disrepair the house is in. We were also so disappointed by the lack of adequate function of the pool filter. It was cloudy and full of debris the whole time we were there. I now understand why there are no reviews since 2024. I spent over 3k to stay in this house and was pretty disgusted the entire trip. I have added pictures of the mold growing on the curtains in room with pool table.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at 5-Acre Nature Retreat In The Heart Of San Antonio with Pickleball and Tennis. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at 5-Acre Nature Retreat In The Heart Of San Antonio with Pickleball and Tennis. Enjoy the water!

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

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What amenities are available at 5-Acre Nature Retreat In The Heart Of San Antonio with Pickleball and Tennis?

We found 25 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioning, pool, non-smoking, tv, and wheelchair accessible.