Title: Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=101853574&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views Family-friendly holiday home with water park and outdoor pool ## Photo gallery for Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views ![Smart TV, fireplace, table football, ping pong - Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views (Helotes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101860000/101853600/101853574/15511544.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![8 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot - Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views (Helotes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101860000/101853600/101853574/10367570.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views (Helotes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101860000/101853600/101853574/9b3ba4fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views (Helotes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101860000/101853600/101853574/6f6c3f41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool - Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views (Helotes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101860000/101853600/101853574/407270c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views, you can look forward to a water park, a firepit and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. In addition to a playground and an arcade/games room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 18 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views A true hill country oasis, this estate is located on an acre and a half – tucked away in the quiet hills of Helotes, overlooking San Antonio. Situated on a hilltop with an incredible view of the city, this spacious hill country estate includes a 6-bedroom home and a 2-bedroom guest home. Designed to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible, with modern decor, abundant natural light, and amenities galore. With its ability to comfortably sleep up to 20 people, this estate is perfect for large groups or families looking for a relaxing getaway. Note: Enjoy our heated pool for an additional fee - pool heating is optional and can be arranged upon request. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Hot tub - Outdoor pool - Private pool - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 6 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Gym - Heated pool - Table tennis - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110350000/110342600/110342548/de16d19d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury 6.5 acre Mansion | Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Game Room Helotes - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 8.8 Excellent 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16&selected=110342548&PinnedHotelID=110342548&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112860000/112850900/112850888/a2b48e0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Sunburst: Sleeps 18! 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 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 ## About the area Located in Helotes, this holiday home is near theme parks. The Shops of La Cantera and The Rim Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Six Flags Fiesta Texas. Travelling with kids? Consider Crystal Ice Palace, or check out an event or a game at Northside ISD Tennis Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Helotes travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Helotes.dx6004945) [View more Holiday homes in San Antonio](https://www.expedia.co.uk/San-Antonio-Private-Holiday-Homes.d178303-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=29.579502,-98.679344&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:_cqsDzhhyQ%3FQ%40Q%3FO%3FQ%40S%40Q%40Q%40O%40S%40QBO%40QBQBQBOBQBQBODQBQDODODQDODOFODQFMFOFOFOFOFMFOHMFMHOHMFMJMHKHMHMJMHKJKHMJIJKJMJKJIJILKJIJILILIJILGLILGLGLGLGLGLGLENGLENELCLENCLENCNCLCNCNCLANCN%3FNCNAN%3FLAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40NBL%3FNBN%40NBLBNBNBLBNDLBNDLBNDLFLDNDLFLFLFLFLFLFLHJFLHLHJHLHJHJJLHJJJHJLJJHJJJJJHJJLHLHLHJHLHLHLHNFLHLFNFLFNFNFNFNDLFPDNDNFNDPBNDNDPBPDNBPBPBNBP%40PBPBN%40P%40R%40N%40P%40P%3FR%40P%3FN%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FNAP%3FPARAPANAPAPCPCPANCPCPCPCNEPCPENEPCNEPGNENENGNENGNGNGNGLGNGNILGLINILIJILILILILKLIJKJKJIJKJKJKJKJMHKHKJMHKHMHMHKFMHMFMFMFMFMFMDODMFMDODMDODMBOBMDOBOBMBO%40OBO%40M%40OBO%3FO%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMAOAO%3FOCOAOAMCOAOCMCOCOEMCOCMEMEOEMEOGMEMEMGMGMGMGMGMIMGKIMIMIKIKKMIKIKKKKKKKKKIIMKKIKKMIMIMIMKMGKIMIOGMIMGOGOGMGOGOGOGOEOGOEOEOEQEOEQCOEQCQCOCQCQCQCOAQCQAQAQAOAQASAQ%3FQ%3FOAQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=z-Cog_U74AWdMaaO6On11tNhAm4=) Helotes, TX ### What's nearby - ![Lady of Guadalupe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532643380/9bd95e5c-086b-4dd6-9630-c8dc1a6694bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church 4 min drive \- 1.7 miles - ![SanAntonio_UniversityofTexasSanAntonio_502634_03](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502634/945a8dab-33e9-4021-b3e8-69459429f49c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of Texas at San Antonio 6 min drive \- 3.1 miles - Dub Farris Athletic Complex 6 min drive \- 2.6 miles - Baptist Emergency Hospital - Hausman 6 min drive \- 2.8 miles - The Shops of La Cantera 9 min drive \- 5.6 miles ### Getting around - San Antonio Station 31 min drive - San Antonio International Airport (SAT) 31 min drive ### Restaurants - Las Palapas - Hausman 10 min drive - Bill Miller Bar-B-Q 6 min drive - Sonic Drive-In 9 min drive - Starbucks 10 min drive - Delia's Specializing in Tamales 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views have a pool? ### Is Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views? ### What time is check-in at Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views? ### What time is check-out at Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views? ### Where is Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Vista Estate: Luxurious Heatable Pool, Basketball Court, and City Views Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy B. 16 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place for a restful retreat! The main house, guest house, and grounds were impeccable, clean, and everything was labeled! Easy to get to but secluded enough to feel like a getaway. The homeowner was a joy to work with. I highly recommend you stay here and I can’t wait to come back! ##### Tracy B. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amos S. 12 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Place for a Large Group We are a group of 16 golfers that do an annual event. We always find a house big enough to hold all of us. This was year 5 and this house was the first that was just as advertised. Everything from the house to communication was first class. I would highly recommend this house for large groups. The views are fantastic and everything works as expected and there was plenty of coffee and TP for a large group. Sounds silly but the small things are appreciated and taken care of at this place. ##### Amos S. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lawrence H. 22 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### An exceptional VRBO We are seasoned luxury home renters and I can tell you, this property is exceptional in several meaningful ways. \* It is GRAND and luxurious!!! Tasteful and quality materials and appointments throughout! \* It's impeccably maintained. This home has many systems and special conveniences. From the swimming pool to the stand-alone ice maker, everything was in good working condition. Which leads me to my next point... \* Everything was labeled and in most cases there were clear operating instructions provided, right on or near the appliance. \* Arturo earns his credentials as a Premier host. Great communication and ready to answer any request or issue. \* A genuine desire by the host that we felt welcomed and cared for. My wife asked me to add... "Very clean!" Thank you for a great stay! ##### Lawrence H. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### rebecca c. 11 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful stay! The house was beautiful, comfortable, and thoughtfully set up with everything we needed. The listing did not mention how wonderful the view from the back deck was truly breathtaking, and there were plenty of things to keep us busy during our stay. It truly felt like a home away from home. We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1a66af5a-1d63-46a9-bb52-a80d7d1e9b19-1768149589573.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c1982020-d4ea-40b8-bf1e-0e477392e0a8-1768149590233.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### rebecca c. 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