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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Property grounds
8 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong, books
Property grounds
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Bulverde, TX
  • Popular LocationGuadalupe River State Park8 min drive
  • Popular LocationSix Flags Fiesta Texas31 min drive
  • AirportSan Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)31 min drive
  • Popular LocationNatural Bridge Caverns32 min drive

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About the area

Bulverde

A family-friendly stay in Bulverde awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 6.1 km (3.8 mi) from Honey Creek State Natural Area and 7.7 km (4.8 mi) from Guadalupe River State Park. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .Home features free WiFi, 5 bathrooms and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a living room and a fenced private garden are also available. .Enjoy the water park, outdoor swimming pool and Hot tub as well as access to a playground. Additionally, you'll find a games room, a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Bulverde holiday home include 46 Crossing and Bullis County Park.

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host!

THE BASE RATE ONLY RESERVES THE BUNGALOW FOR UP TO 9 PEOPLE. 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 20 people total. You will have sole use of all these amenities since YOUR GROUP WILL BE OUR ONLY GUESTS. The base rate pays for up to a total of nine guests and entitles your group to use the Bungalow.
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. The optional additional buildings are described below. Many photos on this site provide a visual of the ranch where we live and have nurtured for the last 28 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 Building with 65” DIRECTV, Olhausen Accu-Fast Billiard Table, dart board and card 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 (Included in the base rate of VRBO): 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-see bed arrangement below. The Bungalow is priced at the base rate per night and is THE ONLY BUILDING YOU ARE RENTING when you book 9 guest or fewer.

The following ADDITIONAL BUILDINGS (Not included in the base rate) are available to you for an additional cleaning and utility fee if you reserve more than 9 people or if you just want more space to spread out your group with additional beds and bathrooms.
Cleaning and utility fees for the additional buildings are $150 for the bunkhouse, $100 for the cabin and $100 for the Casita and are not included in the posted VRBO fee. Those fees are payable prior to or upon your arrival when you decide what additional buildings you want to use. These fees are added only if you decide to use any of the additional buildings.
BUNKHOUSE: The Bunkhouse has beds and a bath for up to seven (7) people: King bed, three (3) 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.
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. 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 to use any ranch facilities other than the building reserved. All payments must be made prior to or immediately upon arriving at the ranch 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 have trophy whitetail deer for serious hunters. Ranch tours are available at owner’s discretion and are offered to guests staying three nights or more.
Events and parties can be accommodated for birthdays, family reunions, small weddings (maximum total of 35 people) and similar celebrations. There is a $10 day fee for day guests older than 4 years and a $200 party fee and a $200 refundable cleaning fee. Let us know what you are planning, and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Property manager

Sandy Mehall

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Heated pool on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Water park on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1 square foot

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35
Note from host: Must be prearranged with owner
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35. Note from host: Must be prearranged with owner For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! have a pool?

Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! has a heated pool and an outdoor pool.

Does Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

What luxury perks are available at Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! ?

This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a fireplace.

What makes Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, private pools, and fireplaces all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! .

Is Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! ?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! ?

No, Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! ?

No, pets are not allowed.

Tranquil ranch for up to 20 people, near San Antonio attractions! Premier Host! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 165 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 165 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 165 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 165 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 165 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Reunion Getaway
Wonderful time away from busy city life to just enjoy and reconnect with children, grandchildren. The pool is awesome and much enjoyed by all. You would be hard pressed to find a nice pool and atmosphere. So many other activities, from pitching horseshoes, to pool table, corn hole, hiking. A nearby evening rodeo was a fun event.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Property
Everyone in our group really enjoyed the property and all the amenities. We would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
Beautiful area, incredible pool and views, fantastic billiard room. Close to several fun entertainment and good places!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J., Live Oak

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation rental - you won’t be disappointed!!
We booked this for a guy weekend for my son who just graduated high school. Him and his friends enjoyed every moment of it. The grounds had many different activities to do and it was perfect. Lots of places to sit, relax, and take in the view. I loved how we were able to have some people over and just hang out. Definitely worth renting again. The boys had such a wonderful time that they want to book it again for a guys retreat! Sandy and Bob were wonderful! And so were their two precious dogs, Roxy and Ruger. You won’t be disappointed!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nolan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always Relaxing
I took a class trip to San Antonio and this place always has everything we need. It is always so relaxing and the hosts are always super timely and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Father and adult kids family trip
Amazing property and hosts!! Love the place and the great times we had there. The game building and hot tub were our favorites!!! May bring the whole family back some day soon!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Fantastic experience and beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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
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

10/10 Excellent

Terri A., Bangkok, Thailand

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful family getaway.
Very quite and beautiful ranch. Easy convenience from Austin or San Antonio. We had 11 guess which worked out to be perfect for the bed space. The kitchen is a little small, so be prepared, but easily usable and a great property. As other reviews have stated the pool, barbecue game room and living staying accommodations are spread out, so you will be walking a few extra yards but not too far. A wonderful place to get away and enjoy the country just outside of San Antonio. Thank you so much to our hosts. Thank you for sharing your property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lili H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtakingly Beautiful & Relaxing
Our stay at Sweet Waters Ranch was wonderful. Our whole family of 7 adults stayed comfortably in the bungalow. Our days consisted of relaxing by the beautiful pool and going on peaceful morning walks. We enjoyed the wildlife and screeners. It was a close stay to multiple restaurants and grocery stores. Thank you Bob and Sandy for being great hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Scotty E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hill Country Getaway
Approximately 19 of us came together for a family reunion with ages of 1-83 years. An unexpected delight was the seeming seclusion with nothing but a beautiful Hill Country landscape, beautiful sunsets, and a sky where you can see the stars. No neighbors, no other properties, no traffic, no noise; just us. We loved having the ranch to ourselves. The center of our time here was the beautiful swimming pool and pavilion. We spent most of our time here and enjoyed the water with an incredible view from the hillside. The history of the place is quite special and despite some of the buildings being built in the late 1800’s the accommodations are comfortable. The various locations are spread out somewhat and that wasn’t as easily understood on the website, but Bob was there to explain and direct us upon arrival as well as being readily available throughout our stay since he and Sandy live there as well. A very unique and enjoyable experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zeke C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Place for All Ages
We had a great time at Still Water Ranch. Having a big pool, a hot tub, game room and various outdoor games, the property was great for both the kids and the adults in our group. The pavilion was a nice place for family meals in the evening. We definitely felt like we got away from the city noise and lights. It was very peaceful. The houses and cabins were a little more rustic than we anticipated, but they had a historic hill county vibe, which was very cool. Our family of 17 all fit very comfortably in the various accommodations. The hosts were very responsive with any requests that we had. Thanks Bob and Sandy for a great stay at your ranch!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jalene M.

Liked: Cleanliness
There are no words
There are no words to describe this property! We had a group of 18 and had the best time ever! Bob & Sandy are phenomenal hosts and very accommodating! They love this historical property, and it shows in the care they provide. We spent all our time in the amazing pool and cooking in the pavilion. I enjoyed drinking coffee by the pool in the mornings and listening to the sounds of nature and admiring God's beautiful landscape! We wanted for nothing! We were not ready to leave and are definitely ready to go back, but only for longer next time. Stop thinking about it and just go ahead and book! You won't regret it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet getaway
Everything was great! This was a family getaway to swim, play games and just chill. The pool was perfect, we used the bbq grill and pinic area as we enjoyed a game of ping pong. When we wanted to get out of the heat, the billard area was an excellent place to go. The mile long driveway was peaceful and allowed us to see the wildlife on the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breath of fresh air
Stunningly beautiful property. Lovely countryside and pleasant drive to property. Easy to find, peaceful quiet and friendly owners. Only caveat is all property are spread apart and terrain in between is rough, and some steep areas. Not great for everyone. We hosted a small graduation party and everyone had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little get away!
Rented for a family members wedding a few miles away. We enjoyed this place so much! Only stayed 2 nights, but wish we had more time. The views are amazing & everything was so peaceful. Many thanks to Sandy & Bob for being accommodating and sharing their little piece of heaven with us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend for sister
We had a group of 15 coming from Fort Worth for a wedding in Bulverde. This VRBO was PERFECT! The owners are very attentive and the property is amazing! Because of the wedding we didn’t get to enjoy all the property has to offer. We will be back to enjoy the property. If you have a large family event or just want to escape to the hill Country I HIGHLY recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leeanne M., Orange city, IA

Liked: Cleanliness
50th Wedding Anniversary Family Celebration
The Still Waters Ranch was all we hoped it would be! The grounds, bldgs (bungalow, bunkhouse, casita, pool, gameroom, and pavilion, were all just as advertised. Sandy and Bob were wonderful hosts. They wanted to make sure we had a great time; and answered any questions immediately.. Bob, graciously, gave us a great tour of the ranch and recounted the rich history of the ranch and surrounding area; and Sandy shared her special, delicious, Black-eyed pea soup with us. The kids loved the open space to run and explore; and of course the pool and hot tub were a hit. If we have the opportunity, we will certainly book another trip there. Thank you, Bob and Sandy, for allowing us to celebrate on your beautiful ranch.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Still Waters Ranch. The views were beautiful and there was so much to explore while walking around the property. My children absolutely loved their time here. Bob and Sandy are excellent hosts. Thank you for opening up your amazing ranch for our family to enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dafne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
I highly recommend this place!
Bob and Sandy were excellent hosts and the property was just beautiful! Whenever we had a question or need we were quickly able to reach them. Otherwise, there was lots of privacy and we were left to enjoy the beauty of their pool, hot tub, and the large, picturesque property. We enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Special Family Time
We stayed here for my son's wedding which was in the area. It was a beautiful setting to be together and celebrate this special occasion!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful historic Texas ranch
Our group of friends were scheduled to see a concert in New Braunfels Saturday night. We had hotel rooms booked but after thinking about it, why would someone visit the hill country without having a true outdoor experience. We luckily found this ranch and wondered if it could be as good as advertised. It was so much better. What a great place to relax, hangout with friends, and be close to nature!! Would re-book here in a heart beat.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022