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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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San Antonio, TX
  • North Star Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • River Walk
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed and 1 King Futon

Bedroom #2 Paris

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3: Ibiza

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #4: Bombay

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom #5: Venice

1 King Bed

Downstairs Living Room

1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom #1: Miami Beach

1 King Bed

Upstairs Family Room

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

La Casa-Elegant, Designer Estate-Paradise only 5 Minutes from Airport

This property is an entertainer's dream. Outdoor living spaces, large spacious rooms, steam room, jacuzzi tub, entertainment room with bar and theatre television. The pool on this property is 40,000 gallons, 40 feet by 20 feet. Swim and relax in the backyard outdoor Palapa and sip a cocktail at the bar or relax in the hammock by a waterfall while listening to the 15 foot fountain surrounded by carousel animals. Children will delight in spaces created just for their pleasure. Adults will appreciate this homes eclectic collection of furnishings and art. This is truly an artists gem. This home also comes with optional prepared meals for an extra fee. Property is located in Alamo Heights, close to the airport, downtown, the Quarry golf course and many fine restaurants and shopping attractions.

Property manager

Madeleine Masterson

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Must get Pre Approval from management. Additional
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Note from host: Must get Pre Approval from management. Additional
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
Property Registration Number STR-24-13500231

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Antonio

Located in Uptown, a neighbourhood in San Antonio, this holiday home is near theme parks. North Star Mall and Shops at Rivercenter are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit 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. Water tubing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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San Antonio, TX

What's nearby

  • North Star Mall - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Alamo Quarry Market - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium - 7 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Alamo - 11 min drive - 15.0 km
  • River Walk - 12 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • San Antonio Station - 15 min drive
  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bill Miller - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jim's Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does La Casa-Elegant, Designer Estate-Paradise only 5 Minutes from Airport have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is La Casa-Elegant, Designer Estate-Paradise only 5 Minutes from Airport pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at La Casa-Elegant, Designer Estate-Paradise only 5 Minutes from Airport?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Casa-Elegant, Designer Estate-Paradise only 5 Minutes from Airport?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is La Casa-Elegant, Designer Estate-Paradise only 5 Minutes from Airport located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 3 mi (5 km) of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Alamo Heights, North Star Mall and Alamo Quarry Market. Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum and Quarry Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn P.

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

San Antonio trip

Nice place. As advertised
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Perfect location, lovely home!

We have stayed at this home several times, and we’re never disappointed. Plenty of room and private spaces for a large group. Hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie D.

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

Amazing family vacation

We had a relaxing stay and were able to spend quality family time. The location was perfect, we didn't have to drive far for anything! Would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ravi G.

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

Amazing stay!

I have stayed at several VRBO properties over the years, and this one has been my favorite. It is a huge house with space for everyone. It is a convenient location close to the airport in the heart of the city. The house is an eclectic place with wonderful interesting art throughout. There is a statue of Ganesha at the top of the stairs, and interesting Asian art in the upstairs living room. There is a huge pool outside and just a fantastic outdoor covered space with a bar and grill which is perfect for entertaining. The kitchen is spectacular, and we were able to cook dinner there a number of times. There are 2 large dining areas. This really had everything we could ask for. If you are looking for a unique and different VRBO stay, this is your place.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

CP S.

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

Cool house!

Stayed with kids and grandkids over spring break. This is not your typical rental. There are many cool artifacts and art from around the world. Everything is well stocked and the property manager lives on site, so its easy to get help. The kids loved exploring all the nooks and crannies. The pool was chilly since it was still March, but we loved it anyway! Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karl M.

Good Decision

We stayed at the house the week of the Valero Texas Open. The home is very near the airport with restaurants and shopping near by. The home is well furnished and very large. The pool and patio area is very private and well positioned. We recommend this house and will be back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Samuel R., Corpus Christi, Texas

Great stay during the holidays

My friends and myself are in the military so it's sometimes hard to get everyone in the same location at the same time, but this house was close to the airport which helped and had more than enough room for all of us. The media room was great as was the kitchen and the location had us close enough for all of our sightseeing needs. There was a slight confusion about dates but Shelia was great about working it out with us quickly and fairly. A great stay from top to bottom.

10/10 Excellent

Marty M.

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

Short Getaway.

The house was everything that we expected per the listing. We had an awesome time. House has an awesome layout, plenty of space in a very quite neighborhood. We will be back. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rick J., Seattle, Washington USA

Terrific property and customer service

The house was as pictured and very spacious. It provided an excellent home base for several people attending the Final Four. The owner, Sheila, is very responsive and aims to please. I recommend La Casa - Elegant highly. Rick
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stan & Marie O.

La Casa was Simply Amazing!!!

La Casa was the perfect place in the perfect location for my 50th Birthday Party. Family and friends alike from all over the U.S. raved on how beautiful and spacious La Casa is. Everyone really enjoyed being in and or around the swimming pool and Cabana areas. I "HIGHLY" recommend La Casa to anyone who is looking for a place to vacation with their family (close to downtown, shopping, restaurants etc...) entertain large numbers of guest, Wedding/Receptions etc.... You cannot beat the value for this amazing home. I will be renting La Casa again in the near future.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Donna M., Woodstock VT

Lovely Home & Great Patio for Entertaining!

We really enjoyed staying at La Casa for our Thanksgiving week multi-generational family reunion in San Antonio. This large house is clean and nicely decorated with colorful art and one-of-a-kind furnishings and fixtures. It truly is an Art House! We found the linens to be high quality and beds quite comfortable. The back patio and pool area with several seating areas, outdoor tiki hut bar offered more room than we needed for our dinner gatherings of 18 family members. Sheila, the owner, is very reliable to deal with and her home is in a lovely Alamo Heights neighborhood section 10 minutes to downtown and 10 minutes to the airport. We highly recommend La Casa for family reunions and celebrations.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2015
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stan & Marie O.

BEAUTIFULLY DECORATED AND SPACIOUS

This is my second stay at La Casa and It was just as wonderful and exciting as the first. This year I decided to have my company annual Christmas Party at La Casa for about 50 guest and everyone raved on how beautiful and spacious the home was. There was plenty of sitting/dancing room inside and out for everyone to enjoy. Sheila was very accommodating. She let me check in early to get everything set up for the evening party which happened went off without a hitch. Thank you for everything. We are looking forward to our next event at La Casa.

10/10 Excellent

Susie M.

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

Fun in the sun :)

We had an amazing family reunion at La Casa. The property is very unique, spacious, eclectic, in a great location (close to so many things) and so much fun. The pool is huge and the palapa and large porch are great places to kick back and relax. We had an issue with the refrigerator not cooling sufficiently when we arrived so we contacted the property manager about it. She came by to take a look that evening and had a new fridge for us the very next morning!!! We were blown away by her responsiveness and attentiveness. We hope to have the opportunity to stay at La Casa again sometime. We had an unforgettable stay :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Russ K., Portage ( suburb of Kalamazoo), Mi

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

Great host for a family get together during the holidays.

Every year, the family travels somewhere to be together over the holidays. This year we pick San Antonio. The home suited all of our needs size and amenities. Unfortunately, the weather did not allow us to use the pool or even enjoy sitting out often. But there were plenty of bedrooms, bathrooms, and our host decorated the house, including a fully decorated Christmas tree. Access to the home was easy. Its location to town, and the amusements of San Antonio was great. I’m sorry. , bathrooms, and our host decorated the house, including a fully decorated Christmas tree. Access to the home was easy. It’s location to town, and the amusements of San Antonio was great. The home is well equipped for a family to stay there and not travel elsewhere other than to take in the sites.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

laurie k.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Needs major TLC!

What I liked: Large House with room to spread out. Large pool was nice. Outdoor patio was large and shaded. What I didn't like: Decor in the living room was dated and uncomfortable. Bathroom in primary upstairs suite was very outdated, drawers at the vanity were dirty inside so that we stored everything on the counter. I'm not sure about the other bathrooms. Numerous drawers didn't open and close without falling off the slider. The steam shower didn't work and was an amenity that we were looking forward to. The futon was urine stained which was covered with a sheet. Why are these things not replaced when old, soiled, and worn out? The TV's only worked for live TV, so we could watch films, kid shows, etc. that were offered on Netflix, Hulu, etc. The refrigerator stopped cooling correctly after the first night. While we were there, a repairman came and spent most of the day working on replacing needed parts. It still wasn't cooling properly and the repairman, while polite and wanting to help, interrupted our meals, and the chef we had hired to make several meals. This issue lasted the entire stay. Chef Mark was definitely the highlight of our time at the house. He was an excellent chef, personable, and worked tirelessly even though he had to use the bar mini-fridge and outdoor kitchen fridge to help keep food from spoiling. The property needs a thorough cleaning and maintenance overhaul. Appliances and systems should be tested and working well before guests arrive, not trying to fix them once the house is occupied. As furniture wears out, it should be replaced. Floors left feet black on the bottom from inadequate cleaning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stuart S.

Great house for a family vacation

My extended family-- six adults including two "seniors" and five children (ages 1 year to 20)-- spent 5 days at La Casa over Thanksgiving. There was plenty of room for all of us. All the beds were comfortable, there were loads of closets, and the housekeeping was fine. Everything was clean. The kitchen was big and well equipped. Virginia, the housekeeper was always pleasant, available, and very helpful. She did a beautiful job serving Thanksgiving dinner. There was lots to do in the house for children and adults. The children enjoyed the great collection of toys and art materials and games. Even the adults played some of the games. We all enjoyed the WI and the big video screen, which worked perfectly. There are wonderful art books and other interesting books for adults, too. There was so much to do in the house that one didn't need to go out. But of course we did. We enjoyed River Walk and two nearby shopping malls, and we loved the modern art museum, which is only a few minutes away. Don't miss it. There's a very large outdoor swimming pool which, unfortunately, it was too cool (late November) to use. There's also a very friendly outdoor cat, which, as a cat lover, I played with. The house decor is unusual to say the least--very colorful (red dining room walls), old fashioned weird chandeliers, lots of colorful art work. I don't think I'd want to live there all the time, but for a vacation house it was unique, amusing, and charming. The only problem with the house from my point of view was the upstairs layout. To reach one of the bedrooms you had to go through another bedroom. An extra upstairs bathroom would have made life easier. Although there were two, one was in the master bedroom suite. but we managed ok. If I went back to San Antonio, I would use this house again. (I'd try to come when the weather is better so I could use the pool.) It's a great place for a large family group to get together and enjoy themselves. I would recommend it.

10/10 Excellent

Sasha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Scott H.

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

Eclectic, fun stay, if not too picky

We had a good time with two families. Young kids had fun playing hide and seek. Manager was great about cleaning the pool before we arrived. Super responsive to questions. Property is dated for sure—if you are looking for luxury or hotel-level cleanliness and niceness, this isn’t it. But if you want to have fun with a lot of character,, it was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel J.

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

Bachelorette Gem

We had girls coming in from all over the country so this was a great location being so close to the airport. The house is eclectic, but it’s part of the experience and we all enjoyed it! HUGE house with a bunch of space and a beautiful backyard with a great pool and palapa. Madeleine was the property manager and she was very responsive to any and all needs. Would do again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deena B.

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

Great 2022 family vacation

This was a great house for our group of 7 adults and 5 children. Everyone really liked the large pool and outdoor palapa. The theater room also got a lot of use. Grocery store and liquor stores and everything else we needed were within 1-2 miles. We were in 4 vehicles and had room for them as well. We were out doing activities during the day and playing in the pool at night. The property manager was very responsive to my texts, always responding within seconds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darin C.

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

Outstanding weekend

There is nothing I could even begin to not like about this place and stay. From our arrival and call from Madeline to see if we wanted a tour and to ask if we have any questions and when I did text her to ask questions I got answers immediately. The beds were comfortable, showers were great, kitchen was more than fully stocked and awesome, Pool and Gazebo was so awesome didn't want to go anywhere. It was an awesome weekend to celebrate my wife's birthday, I got major kuddos for the weekend, but it was the house that pulled it off.!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Perfect getaway

We had a fabulous time! 5 adults and 3 children were the core of the party! We celebrated a birthday and a graduation with friends and family participating. Perfect♥️ Would definitely stay again. Thank you, Madeleine!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Excellent!

The pool was amazing! Beds were very comfortable! We had a blast. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Pat C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

San Antonio 2021

The pool was perfect. Plenty of room for 13. When it rained it poured through the downstairs bedroom window. After 4 days it was fixed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Madeleine Masterson

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I am the daughter of a military officer who has traveled around the world with my family as my Father served our country. I am also a real estate broker and a mortgage broker. I understand the rental market and also travel around and stay at other property rentals for my design business. I have a personal understanding of a travelers needs.

Why they chose this property

La Casa is the perfect property first of all because it is centrally located in San Antonio. Get anywhere in town in 20 minutes. Have a lot of out of town guests, don't worry, La Casa is only 5 minutes from the airport. But it is also very unique in its decor and layout. La Casa can also provide onsite daily housekeeping service as well as customized meals so you can sit back and relax. The perfect house for entertaining, corporate events, weddings and family accommodations. 'La Casa is su casa when in San Antonio!'

What makes this property unique

What do you get when you mix Mediterranean style with the warmth of Mexico and classic southern hospitality--- La Casa.
The pool at La Casa is 40,000 gallons and is accentuated with an authentic Palapa. La Casa has a media room and bar for entertaining. You can hook up your computer and put on a family slide show or host a corporate training event. The rooms are spacious to host many guests or have a great party. Quality beds and linens from Italy make La Casa your resort stay in San Antonio.

Languages:

English, Spanish
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