Welcome to Casa de Colores – where history meets fun in the heart of San Antonio! This colorful 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home was built in 1891, the same year San Antonio’s famous Fiesta celebration began. Today, it’s been fully updated to give you the perfect mix of comfort, charm, and unforgettable experiences. Relax, explore, and enjoy—all within walking distance of downtown’s best spots!
•Hot Tub, Cold Plunge & Sauna – Unwind and feel amazing
•Outdoor Fun – Playground, putting green, fire pit, cocoon swing & Blackstone grill
•Amazing Location – Walk to the Alamo, Alamodome, Tower of the Americas & more
•Karaoke Nights – Sing your heart out with two mics and online streaming
•Local Art – Beautiful La Catrina mural with deep cultural meaning
Fire up the fun with your own Blackstone grill under a shaded pavilion—perfect for backyard cookouts, morning pancakes, or sizzling fajita nights. Whether you're feeding a crowd or just enjoying the evening breeze, this outdoor setup makes grilling easy, delicious, and unforgettable.
Inside, you’ll find a cozy and stylish living space with comfy seating and a Smart TV. Whether you’re watching movies, singing karaoke, or just hanging out, Casa de Colores is made for good vibes.
We have two kitchen's (main house and detached casita) that fully stocked with modern appliances so you can cook, snack, and dine with ease. Head outside to grill, play, or just chill under the trees in the dreamy cocoon swing.
Where you will sleep:
-Master Bedroom: King bed with attached bathroom
-Bedroom 1: Two full beds – great for siblings or friends- jack & Jill bathroom
-Bedroom 2: Full-over-full bunk with pull-out trundle – jack & Jill bathroom
-Casita (detached from main house): Queen bed, full bathroom and kitchen with popcorn machine!
This home has a beautiful history. It was built by the Gimbel family, who moved from Germany to San Antonio in 1872. Anna and Christian Gimbel raised 8 children here—and now it’s your turn to make memories in this special place.
And don’t miss the La Catrina mural! She’s a legendary Mexican figure that reminds us to enjoy life and honor our roots. Her bold, colorful look adds magic to your stay.
You’ll be just a short walk or scooter ride from everything—like Hemisfair Park, Southtown’s amazing food, and San Antonio’s nightlife.
Whether you're here for family time, relaxation, or adventure, Casa de Colores is your perfect home base. Book your stay now and enjoy the color, culture, and comfort of this unforgettable home.
Note: The karaoke system comes with two microphones and connects to the internet, so you can play any song you like—perfect for a fun night in!
Book your stay today and experience the perfect combination of relaxation and adventure in this stunning Casa de Colores.
About the neighborhood:
Step outside Casa de Colores and straight into the soul of San Antonio. Nestled in the vibrant Lavaca Historic District—San Antonio’s oldest neighborhood—this home places you right where culture, creativity, and convenience collide.
You’ll be just a 10-minute walk from the Alamo, Alamodome, and Tower of the Americas, making it easy to experience the city’s most iconic landmarks without ever needing a car. Stroll through Hemisfair Park, where lush green spaces, public art, and family-friendly play areas create the perfect daytime escape.
Hungry? Thirsty? Adventurous? Southtown is your backyard. This trendy, artsy district is filled with award-winning restaurants, funky bars, local coffee shops, and boutique art galleries. From tacos and tequila to vegan delights and craft brews, Southtown has something for everyone. Don’t miss First Fridays, a monthly art walk where the whole neighborhood comes alive with music, food trucks, and street vendors.
Love to shop local? Check out the nearby Historic Market Square or La Villita, where you’ll find handmade goods, vibrant textiles, and one-of-a-kind souvenirs.
Casa de Colores also puts you near major event venues like the Henry B. González Convention Center, making it a top choice for business travelers or conference-goers. And for families, the San Antonio Zoo, River Walk, and San Fernando Cathedral are all just minutes away.
Whether you're walking, scootering, or catching a quick Uber, you’ll be amazed at how easy it is to explore everything San Antonio has to offer—then come home to your own private oasis.
Permit: STR-25-13500169
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To keep everything above board and ensure a safe and secure stay for everyone, we've got a few quick steps for you to breeze through:
-Verify Yourself: You might be asked to show us your official ID – don’t worry, it’s just to make sure you’re you!
-Must be 25 years or older to rent our home!
-Confirm Contact Info: Double-checking your digits so we can reach you easily if needed.
-Credit Card Confirmation: We’ll need a valid credit card that matches your ID we hold a refundable $50 security deposit. It’s just a formality!
-Security Screening: Hop through our verification portal – think of it as your VIP pass to a fantastic stay.
Rest assured, your info is as safe as houses with us! We won’t be selling, sharing, or handing it off to anyone else.
Once you’re all set and verified, we’ll shoot over your check-in instructions faster than you can say “vacation time!”
So let’s get this party started – your dream getaway awaits!
1. If you are a local resident, please contact the hosts before booking. Minimum age to rent is 25
2. Guests must acknowledge that they will keep their noise level to a minimum after 10:00 pm
3. No parties or events allowed
4. No furniture, chairs, tables, canopies, umbrellas or anything that can damage the pool may be placed in the pool. This will damage the gunite.
5. No pets are allowed. If one is on property you forfeit your right to any deposit and will be forced to check out early with no refund.
6. Guests must provide us with a valid working phone number & guests listed on the reservation must report to us within 2 hours from the time of arrival if anything in regards to cleanliness does not meet their standards so we can help address the situation as soon as possible.
7. NO SMOKING or use of fire permitted in the rental. Guests must acknowledge that no "smoking" includes the use of vape pens and marijuana and "use of fire" includes the lighting of candles, incense, or sage. There will be a $200 charge per day of reservation if this rule is not followed. This includes inside the rental, outside on any covered porch or patio and 60' from the home. There are multiple propane tanks around the home.
8. There can not be any more than the allowed number of guests in or in the property at any one time; a violation could lead to the immediate removal of all guests without a refund
9. Late check-out fee of $50 (if not authorized) applies for check-outs after 11:00 am. We're sorry we have to charge this, but we pay our housekeepers based on the agreed-upon checkout time, and if they are unable to clean, we still have to pay them.
10. We will place a small deposit hold on your credit card the day before your arrival to cover any accidental property damage that may occur, and it will be released after you check out.
11. Guests who make reservations for over 30 days must sign our standard lease agreement and agree to a background check before check- in (it will be provided before check-in).
12. Excessively dirty units will incur an additional cleaning fee and will be evidenced with photos.
13. For your security and protection, the property is equipped with exterior cameras.
14. Please remember to take all of your belongings with you upon checkout. Any items left behind will incur a $30 mailing fee (separate from the cost of postage). We will do our best to send your items back to you within a week.
15. If, by not following any of our rules, we are forced to refund or discount an upcoming or existing guest, you will be liable for the costs.
16. By swimming in the vacation home pool and hot tub I recognize and fully understand certain things, including: At no time is there a lifeguard on duty, you (the renter) are responsible for the safe operation of the pool and are responsible for all persons using the pool during your stay. My use of the pool facilities during my stay involves certain risks, including but not limited to: The risk of injury resulting from possible malfunction of the pool equipment; The risk of injuries resulting from tripping or falling over obstacles in the pool area; The risk of injuries resulting from unsupervised divers and swimmers colliding; The risk of other injuries resulting from participating in any action in the pool. I recognize and fully understand that the above list is not a complete or exhaustive list of all possible risks; the list only provides examples of types of risks that I am assuming. In exchange for the Owner allowing me to utilize the pool and area during my stay, I hereby agree to the conditions below. I fully intend and choose to give up the legal rights, as stated below: TO WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS that I have or may have in the future against the Owner, its directors, officers, employees, agents, or representatives (hereinafter referred to as the “Releasees”) relating to my use of the pool and pool area; TO RELEASE THE RELEASEES from any and all liability for any loss, damage, injury, expense, or other cost that I may suffer or that my next of kin may suffer in connection with my use of the Releasees pool or pool area to any cause whatsoever, INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE ON THE PART OF THE RELEASEES; TO HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFY THE RELEASEES from any and all liability to property, or personal injury to, any third party, resulting from the use of the pool or pool area That I am over the age of 18 and that I am responsible and will adhere to all the rules of the property;
