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Tranquil cattle ranch for up to19 people, close to all San Antonio attractions!

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Pool and Hot Tub
Bungalow
Bungalow
Bungalow Kitchen and Dining Area
Bungalow living Area
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
8 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 170 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bulverde, TX
  • Popular LocationGuadalupe River State Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Rim Shopping Center27 min drive
  • Popular LocationSix Flags Fiesta Texas31 min drive
  • AirportSan Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)31 min drive

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

Bungalow Anteroom

2 Single Beds

Bungalow Back Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bungalow Front Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bungalow Master

1 King Bed

Bunkhouse Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bunkhouse Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Cabin Bedroom 7

2 Single Beds

Casita Bedroom 8

1 Double Bed

5 bathrooms

Bungalow Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bungalow Bathroom 2

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

Bunkhouse Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Cabin Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Casita Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Tranquil cattle ranch for up to19 people, close to all San Antonio attractions!

PLEASE READ FULL DESCRIPTION TO ANSWER MOST FAQ AND PRICING.

Located on historic 400 acres Still Waters Ranch (www.stillwatersranchtx.com) offers, for your EXCLUSIVE USE, a recently restored Bungalow with fully equipped kitchen, small living room and eating area with four bedrooms and two bathrooms as well as laundry facilities. Three additional buildings are available with four bedrooms and three baths to accommodate up to 19 people total. Many photos on this site provide you a visual of the ranch where we live and have nurtured for the last 25 years.

You will have a large pool with hot tub-pool fully supplied with floats and other pool paraphernalia, Weber propane grill, Cornilleau Pro ping pong table, a billiard room with 65” DIRECTV, pool table, dart board and game table. Outside amenities include a grass volleyball court, basketball playing area, cornhole game and official horseshoe pits, and a large sandbox for younger children. You will have sole use of all these amenities since YOUR GROUP WILL BE OUR ONLY GUESTS.

BUNGALOW: There are four bedrooms: master with king bed, 2nd has queen bed, 3rd has two twin beds, and the 4th has both a twin and a double bed. A junior bed and/or a crib are available. Baths include master with double sinks and a shower; another bath has a shower/tub combination. The Bungalow can accommodate nine (9) people. The Bungalow is priced at the base rate per night.

The following additional buildings are available if you book more than 9 people or if you just want more space to spread out your group with additional beds and bathrooms. Each additional person over nine (9) people is priced at $50/person /night. Children aged 4 or younger are free- do not count them when reserving your stay.
Cleaning and utility fees for the additional buildings are not included in the VRBO fee and will be payable when you decide what additional buildings you want to use.

BUNKHOUSE: The Bunkhouse has beds and a bath for up to six (6) people: King bed, two (2) single beds, and a double Bunk bed plus bath with a shower.

CABIN: The Cabin has two (2) single beds. a full small kitchen and a bath with shower.
CASITA: The 1860's Casita is the small original lodging of the German settlers and has a double bed and a bathroom with a shower.
Extra cleaning has been added between guests to reduce the possibility of Covid or other organism transmission. Our protocol is: wipe down hard surfaces with disinfectant, super chlorinate the pool, launder towels and bedding with hot water, using bleach if possible. Lysol is added to the wash when bleach cannot be used.
We do not allow off road vehicles, firecrackers or campfires. We do not rent to anyone under 25 years of age. All guests coming to the ranch must be registered on the liability forms; children are listed on the adult’s form. There is a $10/hour hot tub fee after 4 consecutive free hours of heating per night of rental. Pool heating is available at a daily estimated rate of $50-100 but paid at the actual cost of the propane used to heat the pool WITH A 2 DAY MINIMUM since heating is started a day before your use due to size of the pool. No dogs, cats, or other pets are allowed. There are several nearby commercial kennels we can recommend. You may encounter a variety of wild and domesticated animals that roam freely on the ranch. If you are not comfortable with that possibility, this may not be the VRBO vacation spot for you.
Every overnight guest as well as every day guest must sign liability release agreements immediately upon arriving in order to use any ranch facilities other than the building reserved. All payments must be made prior to or immediately upon arriving at the ranch in order to access the property.
The ranch is located 13 miles north of 1604, the outer loop around San Antonio. Here you can experience the quietness and peace of rural life after a tiring day of sightseeing or adventure. We are less than 40 minutes from Sea World, Fiesta Texas, The Alamo and Riverwalk, Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels, tubing and antiquing in Gruene, Natural Bridge Caverns and Wildlife Park, Cave Without a Name, shopping and dining in Boerne and Guadalupe State Park where you can play in the river, picnic, and hike.

The incredible views and features of this historic ranch, marked with a commemorative plaque from the state of Texas, make this a lovely choice. We raise Wagyu cattle and are licensed TX deer breeders. Ranch tours available at owner’s discretion and availability for guests staying three nights or more.

Events and parties can be accommodated for birthdays, family reunions, small weddings (max of 35 people) and similar celebrations. There is a $20 day fee for day guests older than 4 years and a $200 party fee. Let us know what you are planning, and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Property manager

Sandy Mehall
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Languages

English
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Must be prearranged with owner

Pets

No pets allowed
Contact owner for Dog Policy and Deposit Required

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only
Pool is open from 8 am to midnight. Hot tub requires owner turning it on.
Billiard room is available 8 am to midnight. Darts also available there as well as a card table. There is also a big screen tv hooked up Direct TV.
We raise cattle and are licensed breeders of whitetail deer. A tour can be arranged for guests staying 3 plus nights and if ranch schedule allows.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bulverde

Located in Bulverde, this vacation home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Dienger Building and Kuhlmann-King Historical House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Guadalupe River and Honey Creek State Natural Area. Consider Leon Springs Dancehall for a night out or Herff Park if you're traveling with kids. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Bulverde, TX

What's nearby

  • Guadalupe River State Park - 8 min drive
  • The Rim Shopping Center - 27 min drive
  • The Shops of La Cantera - 28 min drive
  • Six Flags Fiesta Texas - 31 min drive
  • Natural Bridge Caverns - 32 min drive

Getting around

  • San Antonio International Airport (SAT) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sonic Drive-In - 11 min drive
  • McDonald's - 11 min drive
  • Nékter - 11 min drive
  • Anderson Bar & Grill - 7 min drive
  • Scooter's Coffee - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Tranquil cattle ranch for up to19 people, close to all San Antonio attractions! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Tranquil cattle ranch for up to19 people, close to all San Antonio attractions! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Fantastic experience and beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Experience All Around
Bob and Sandy were very gracious, caring, and responsive to our group's every need. Their friendly style complimented perfectly their beautiful ranch. Our 5 grand kids loved it, almost as much as the parents and grandparents. Highly recommend this Tranquil Ranch Getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family gathering
We've stayed at many VRBO properities, some beautiful and some fun. Still Water Ranch was both! The ranch accomodated our crowd of 10 and the outdoor space was magical. Sandy and Bob were super hosts. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon N., Houston, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shopping in San Antonio
We were in San Antonio to do some shopping and sight seeing with some friends. Still Water Ranch was the perfect place for our group, quiet, clean and secure.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Hill Country Ranch Property
What an amazing experience! Beautiful, historic property with expansive views set in the middle of nature. The accommodations were very comfortable and well thought out. The beautiful infinity pool and hot tub were clean and well maintained. Bob and Sandy were the perfect hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sandy Mehall

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Sandy and Bob, the current owners, have preserved the original casita built by Peter and Lina Lex as well as the second home that Peter, a stone mason, built in the 1870's for his family. The Lex family cemetery is located on the ranch as well as the original barn and other buildings added over time.

Why they chose this property

Experience visiting a ranch which has been in continuous operation since the 1860's with unique spring water and rainwater capture and storage. Also, see the work of stone gathering and construction of stone works, buildings, and walls done by German settlers as well as Mexican artisans in the past. The original 1870 barn is still standing and in use.

What makes this property unique

You will have the opportunity to view Angus /Wagyu beef cattle ranching and whitetail deer as well as hunt for fossils and arrowheads in Kelly Creek. Hiking and exploring is part of the experience that awaits you on this ranch which was an Indian hunting ground prior to the settlers arriving. Spectacular sunsets from the pool will be yours to enjoy.

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