The Hot Tamale — 2 King Beds, Modern Downtown Casa | House in San Antonio

10.0 (28 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Government Hill House | The Hot Tamale — 2 King Beds, Modern Downtown Casa

3 Bedroom House in Government Hill, San Antonio

"Puro San Antonio" experience! The Hot Tamale is a Downtown Modern 1900s Craftsman, offering the ideal layout for families, couples or a "girls weekend." Stay in the heart of downtown, minutes from the Pearl! There's something for everyone—from Fun (air hockey, calf roping, corn hole, board games, etc.) to Relaxation (high-speed WiFi, 60 inch Smart TV, in-home Massages) to Convenience (close to everything!). A full kitchen, outdoor grill & coffee bar await your arrival. Kid & Dog friendly!
This home offers luxury living near all the action! Bedrooms are arranged for ultimate privacy and comfort:
BEDROOM #1:
- King Bed
- (Half bath located in living room)
BEDROOM #2:
- Queen Bed
- Twin bunk bed (Adult-sized)
- Ensuite bathroom: clawfoot tub w/shower
BEDROOM #3:
- King Bed
- Ensuite Primary bathroom: Walk-in shower, double vanity
GAME ROOM:
- 2 Rollaway beds available (upon request)
** Both are twin-sized with six inch memory foam mattresses, extremely comfortable.
- Pocket doors isolate this room from the living room & kitchen
SLEEPING
To ensure a peaceful night's sleep, each bedroom is equipped with double pane windows, a Dohm sound machine, blackout curtains, fan, and complimentary ear plugs.
- Both bathrooms offer shampoo, conditioner and body soap. A Poopourri spray bottle also sits atop each commode!
CHILDREN
- Pack 'n Play provided
- 2 Clip-on high chairs (for the eat-in kitchen island)
- Child plates, cups, utensils
- Toys & books provided for Ages 0-5+ (Older kids enjoy the Air Hockey table, board games & activities.) While the house isn't "child proof", we have tried to make it as kid friendly as possible.
KITCHEN
Full-sized appliances: Stove, oven, refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher, disposal, microwave, toaster oven, eat-in island
- Tableware for 10+
- Pots/pans/baking dishes for guests craving a homemade meal
- Outdoor stainless steel gas grill
- Olive oil / salt / pepper / dried herbs & spices, vegetable peeler, & much more
- Lemon squeezer, cocktail shaker, wine & beer openers
- Wine glasses for 10+
- Paper towels provided (along with toilet paper)
COFFEE / TEA BAR:
- Keurig, coffee maker, french press & grinder
- Coffee grounds & roasted beans (from local producers)
- Keurig coffee, tea & hot chocolate pods (a welcoming assortment)
- Cream, sugar & Splenda
- Mugs for 10+
GAME ROOM
Bring your competitive spirit!
- Professional air hockey table
- Tons of board games, cards, puzzles
- Card/Dining table for four
- Some games can get a little "loud", so this room is can be closed-off to the rest of the house via original wood pocket doors.
LIVING ROOM
Whether it's game day or Netflix & chill, relax on the West Elm sofa and enjoy the 60'' SmartTV.
- Sign-in on your favorite apps, like Netflix, Disney+, etc.
- Blu-Ray DVD player
IN-HOME MASSAGE
Further relaxation is available by booking a private in-home massage @ $85/hour. Certified in every type of massage, this masseuse has regularly massaged our family for over a decade. (This service is subject to availability & should be booked prior to arrival).
LAUNDRY ROOM
- Washer
- Dryer
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Scent free Detergent & Dryer sheets
* Please be respectful and reasonable about your usage.
OUTDOORS
- Casual porch lounge chairs offer the perfect spot to enjoy an evening breeze
- Enjoy seated dinners in the backyard underneath romantic string lights
- Backyard rocking chairs offer the perfect vantage point for watching the many outdoor activities.
OUTDOOR GAMES:
- Calf Roping
- Oversized Connect Four
- Corn Hole (bean bag toss)
- Velcro Catch
DOG FRIENDLY
Please see property rules and message us ahead of time. Up to 3 Dogs approved on a case-by-case basis. No puppies allowed, or dogs in heat.
- Fully-fenced yard
- Dog bowls
- Dog beds
- Dog-only Towels
- Poop bags
- Extra Leashes
- Chew Toys
- Outside hoses for bathing
For your peace of mind, the property is fully-fenced and offers off-street tandem parking in our gated driveway. A security system is also in use. We have three exterior cameras for our property, as it's vacant from time-to-time. Cameras cover the front porch (doorbell camera), front yard and back yard. The Nest doorbell blinks white when activity is detected.
Privately owned and operated! You'll enjoy our lux amenities and personal touches. (No third party owner or management.)
We are licensed by the City of San Antonio & Bexar County, which charges a Hotel Occupancy Tax. If you see added fees to your total, it's due to these mandatory taxes.
Government Hill is one of San Antonio's oldest neighborhoods. This tightly-knit community is close to EVERYTHING Downtown: Pearl, the Alamo, Riverwalk, Convention Center, San Antonio Zoo, Museums, Trinity University, UIW, Alamo Heights, the AT&T Center & more! It's less than 9 minutes to the Airport, without traffic.
It's integrally linked to Fort Sam Houston; in fact, you can often hear "Taps" from the front porch. Most Government Hill residents have owned their homes for generations; ours is the only rental on the block. The neighborhood is a mix of old historic mansions, newly updated homes (like ours), and some that are in need of TLC.

The Hot Tamale — 2 King Beds, Modern Downtown Casa is located in Government Hill. The Hot Tamale — 2 King Beds, Modern Downtown Casa provides accommodation, featuring Internet, TV, Entertainment, among other amenities. This House features Internet, TV, Entertainment, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Hot Tamale — 2 King Beds, Modern Downtown Casa has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Government Hill has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Government Hill, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: while not 100% child proof, kids are welcome!
Pet Policy
3 total pets note from host: no breed/weight limit, dogs only, case by case. pets allowed restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: please inquire if interested. onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited property registration number str-19-13501022 property registration number str-19-13501022 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

License number: STR-19-13501022

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Jillian O.
Apr 17, 2025 08:32:03 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Laura was amazing! She was very flexible and made check in and check out a breeze! Beautiful home very close to all the action. Perfect place for a weekend get away.
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