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Poco A Poco Ranch - 25 minutes from San Antonio

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Pool/ patio hill country bliss
Mainhouse, bottle tree, BBQ smoker, bell tower (kids loving the bell for dinner)
main on right, blue room on left, smokehouse not shown (behind)
Main house living room - fireplace, TV with DVD, bar
Modern, well-stocked kitchen, top notch appliances, use veggies from our garden!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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SPRING BRANCH, TX
  • Guadalupe River State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Six Flags Fiesta Texas
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Natural Bridge Caverns
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • San Antonio, TX (SAT-San Antonio Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Blue room (separate house by Mainhouse)

2 Double Beds

Main house kid room

+1
5 Single Beds

Mainhouse Master downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Mainhouse upstairs master

1 King Bed

Smokehouse

1 Queen Bed

Smokehouse

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Blue house

Toilet · Shower only

Mainhouse downstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Mainhouse upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Smokehouse

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Poco A Poco Ranch - 25 minutes from San Antonio

Beautifully restored German 1860s homestead nestled in the Texas Hill Country. Perfect for families - 3-house compound on 450 gorgeous acres. Owned and decorated by top San Antonio designer, this home has been published for it interior integrity and beauty. Poco A Poco has hosted many VIPs; a former Texas Governor, actors, San Antonio business tycoons and many admiring socialites. Luke Perry stayed here when he was filming 8 Seconds. A Blue Bell ice cream advertisement was filmed here. The main house has a full kitchen (incredibly well-stocked) with a cozy living room and fireplace, a wonderful spot for playing games, reading books or just visiting, a lovely dining room with seating for up to 8 people with attaching sitting area. There is a master bedroom and bathroom with tub. Upstairs is a kid room with 5 twin beds. There is a shared bathroom with shower and a lovely master with king. Adjacent to the main house is the blue room – it is a little house with 2 full beds and a bath with shower. There is another house we call the smokehouse (it was originally truly a smokehouse). It has a full kitchen, laundry room, master with a queen and bath with vanity, tub/shower. There is a crib in this house and a sofa in this house that would be perfect for a child. We have a lovely pool, playground, bikes. We are minutes to upscale grocery store, shopping, Boerne/Bulverde restaurants and antique stores. 25 minutes to San Antonio. We are 3 miles to Guadalupe State Park. Also a few miles to Anhalt, a dancehall first established in 1887.

Property manager

W.O.R.D. Permit #L1283
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No guests of guests, no events whatsoever
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only and please

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No guests of guests, no events whatsoever
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Spring Branch

Located in Spring Branch, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Guadalupe River and Natural Bridge Caverns. Travelling with kids? Consider Bulverde Community Park and Bullis County Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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SPRING BRANCH, TX

What's nearby

  • Guadalupe River State Park - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Honey Creek State Natural Area - 9 min drive - 4.1 km
  • The Rim Shopping Center - 26 min drive - 36.6 km
  • Six Flags Fiesta Texas - 30 min drive - 37.6 km
  • Natural Bridge Caverns - 32 min drive - 33.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Express - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Poco A Poco Ranch - 25 minutes from San Antonio have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Poco A Poco Ranch - 25 minutes from San Antonio pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Poco A Poco Ranch - 25 minutes from San Antonio?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Poco A Poco Ranch - 25 minutes from San Antonio?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Poco A Poco Ranch - 25 minutes from San Antonio located?

This family-friendly Spring Branch holiday home is located in a rural location, 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Honey Creek State Natural Area, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bulverde Community Park and 46 Crossing. Guadalupe River State Park and Bulverde City Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie B.

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

Quite time in the Hill Country

Great review of the history of the German settlers in the Hill Country in the late nineteenth century.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Landon M.

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

perfect hill country ranch

favorite place to stay in all of beautiful Texas... it is everything that the Texas Hill country represents and is perfectly located
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

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

Third visit

This was our family’s third time gathering at the Poco a Poco Ranch. Lovely as always with a few great upgrades in the game room. It’s a beautiful home/property and has everything you can imagine for all ages to enjoy a fun and comfortable Thanksgiving together.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

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

Great ranch house and great house!

Our family had a great weekend as it was very welcoming and beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

marvin s.

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Heaven on Earrh

Poco a Poco is a magical place!! Each of the houses are beautifully decorated and unique! The grounds are quintessential Texas Hill Country!! The only problem we had was that no one wanted to leave!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

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Lovely Thanksgiving Stay for Family

We loved our stay at the ranch and plan to return. It's a perfect set up for a multi-generational vacation and such a unique property - tons to do, very well stocked, plenty of space to spread out, and plenty of places to gather together. Photos give a clear indication of the layout and we had everything we needed to relax and enjoy the family time.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

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

This is paradise in the country

The historical feel and rustic touches are beautiful and well placed. The best of both worlds country living with modern amenities. We enjoyed the beautiful property. The animals, pool, reliable wifi and gameroom were enjoyed by all the teenagers and teenagers at heart. We all enjoyed the beautiful pool and outdoor lounging areas. Our family was able to cook incredible meals and enjoy nice evenings in the outdoor space. So much to see and areas to explore on the inside and out. All of the incredibly curated antiques were such a beautiful treasure hunt all over the property. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

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LOVE Poco a Pocl

Delightful farmhouse near Boerne. Well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and fun pool. Our family enjoyed very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha D.

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Second time to stay!

We absolutely love staying at the Poco A Poco- we loved it so much we’ve now stayed there twice for two large group gatherings. It’s truly the most perfect beautiful home filled with everything you need. I feel like I’m living in a movie set. The staff is very hospitable and easy to communicate, if there is an issue they fix it quickly and the location is not too far from San Antonio and only 20 minutes from Boerne. I hope to come back again with our family soon! The Poco A Poco feels like a home away from home!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

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Beautiful

Wish we could have spent more time at the property itself. The grandchildren loved it as well as the adults. Very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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Wedding stay

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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Family Reunion

This is a very special place. Perfect setting and accommodating for a reunion of any kind. It allows each guest to have “ their own space” as well as great entertaining spaces. The pool area in the middle of the living spaces makes easy movement throughout. The game room is fun for friendly ( competítive in my family) ping pong, pool and checkers games. We made so many great memories there. I cannot wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Harry Y., Pasadena

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Wonderful Poco a Poco

My wife and I have been renting vacation properties in the U.S, and around the world for a quarter century. Of all our rentals, Poco a Poco tops our list. If it’s glitzy modernity you’re looking for(and we have enjoyed those ourselves), this is not it. Instead, it’s an historic Texas ranch property that has been deftly adapted by a sensitive decorator to modern use with no loss of its charm or character. The first morning after arrival, as the earliest waking adult, I stepped out the door to see 3 young grandchildren, cousins separated too long by the pandemic, standing together by the stone and wrought iron fence, gazing in rapture at 2 bison munching grass nearby. It was a moment I shall not forget. Over the next few days there were many other magic moments for our family reunion. The cistern and game room were magnets for small fry and rarely did anyone feel an impulse to leave the ranch. Poco a Poco has a unique charm and allure. Our grandchildren are clamoring for a return visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bob D.

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You must see it to believe it!

Every word that can be used to describe this property: amazing, beautiful, comfortable, peaceful, relaxing, has been used in all the previous reviews. If you have a large group, are looking for a VRBO that far exceeds expectations, with tremendous owners and communication, then this is absolutely the place. Pleas read all the previous reviews and believe every positive word you read because they are all true, or understated. Magnificent place. Didn’t even know about the horses and Buffalo roaming freely. Outstanding! So lucky to be able to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

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Wow! Wonderful property!!

LOVED our weekend in the hill country with our 3 adult children & their families. The 14 of us absolutely loved the accommodations at Poco a Poco near Boerne.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean W., Springs, Texas

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Family Reunion

Amazing weekend in this home! I would love to come back each year....the home was better than pictures showed it to be an absolute treasure .. .we cooked meals for our family, enjoyed the pool, met some new animal friends...and made the best memories in this beautiful home. Rooms, kitchen, games,...everything was more than stocked with what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristine K.

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Our Third Gathering at Poco a Poco

The title says it all. Our family of three generations keeps coming back because this property has something for everyone, with lots of room to roam. Absolutely charming.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hala N.

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family trip

Loved the uniqueness of the property! We had a great time and the bed's were super comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

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Fabulous Place for a Family Get-Away!

We had a family get-together, ages from 7 - 77 and we all had a blast! The grounds are beautiful and there is something for everyone! The game room, pool, animals, privacy, and the fabulous rich heritage that is obvious in the compound was more than we could ask for. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl M.

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Wonderful property just what we needed.

Beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Breck G.

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The G.O.A.T.

Not only the best vrbo I’ve ever stayed at, but the best ranch I’ve been to in general. Will bid 50% above asking price when the place goes on sale
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Becca S.

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Don’t hesitate to book, this place is AMAZING

Our large extended family booked this ranch for a weekend and it wasn’t nearly long enough! We had ages 5-75 with us and it was just perfect for all. The homes are impeccably decorated with the most thoughtful and beautiful details and collections that we loved perusing, and all the beds and furnishings are very luxurious and comfortable. You have to see this place to believe it— our jaws were on the floor walking through it the first time! The property was just as gorgeous outside, with the rock courtyard being perfect for dining and hanging out. The kids swam in the pool all weekend, when they weren’t busy hanging out in the awesome game room. The horses, chickens, and bison came to visit us, too! This was a perfect getaway that I’m sure we’ll book again. Thanks for sharing Poco a Poco with us, we feel so lucky to have been able to experience it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

David H., Lubbock TX

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Poco A Poco didn’t disappoint

An unreal property. The pictures do not do this place justice. Our family of 7 really enjoyed our stay. All the buildings are well appointed and extremely comfortable. Pool is awesome. Beautiful country setting and an excellent place to unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

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

What a gem!

Beautiful ranch with a German homestead. An amazing weekend trip with family. Wonderful furnishings and the most comfortable bedding. We will certainly be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Poco A Poco Ranch is a remote, rustic paradise

Our family (ranging from 10 months to 62 years) fell in love with Poco A Poco Ranch! The property has several cottages close together with an assortment of bedrooms so everyone had privacy yet we were still close enough that the little ones could sleep while the adults played games and visited at night. Where else can you enjoy watching bison, deer, horses, and chickens and etc right from your doorstep or window! This ranch was amazing and truly a unique experience for our family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by W.O.R.D. Permit #L1283

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Our grandparents bought and began preserving this property in 1950. Our mother, a well-renowned interior designer from San Antonio has further updated it and showered it with love and gorgeous attention to detail.

Why they chose this property

We've celebrated birthdays, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter, yearly cousin's camp, a wedding, many a dinner party at our family ranch. Girl's weekends, boy's weekends! Picnics, dinners under the stars. The prettiest sunsets in Texas. We have beautifully groomed grounds. You could spend the whole day lounging by the pool. Once you get here you never want to leave. It is an enclave of relaxation and tranquility. It is simply good for you soul!

What makes this property unique

It is a decorator's paradise with antiques, intricate textured upholstery, the most comfortable, high end beds, pillows, linens (all allergen free). Courtney has decorated houses all over the world from London to Aspen to Cabo. Her ranch showcases some of our favorite finds. You could spend the whole day just enjoying her treasures peppered throughout the houses. It's quirky and quaint - most of all comfortable and cozy!

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