San Antonio · King William area / Southtown

Furnished rental in San Antonio’s historic King William area.

A thoughtfully stocked one-bedroom home two blocks from the River Walk, near Southtown, downtown San Antonio, area hospitals, restaurants, arts, and Joint Base San Antonio.

Short-term and long-term rentals available.

4.96 guest ratingGuest Favorite · Superhost hosted by Cathy2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Guest FavoriteQuiet, walkable & welcoming

A comfortable home base

Everything you need for a relaxed San Antonio stay.

Settle into a fully furnished rental with a welcoming kitchen, dining area, workspace, and the character of old San Antonio. It is well suited to weekend visits, monthly stays, traveling professionals, and guests working near downtown.

Wi-Fi

Fast internet for work or streaming

Kitchen

Cook, dine, and settle in like home

Parking

Free street parking nearby

Coffee & snacks

Keurig pods, water, and welcome treats

Guest essentials

Fresh towels and bathroom supplies

Well-stocked pantryHelp yourself to pantry staples, coffee, and snacks during your stay.

More ways to stay

A furnished home base for longer visits and working stays.

Explore details prepared for guests seeking a monthly furnished rental, a stay near downtown hospitals, or a comfortable central location for work connected with Joint Base San Antonio.

Monthly & medical stays

Furnished rental near downtown San Antonio hospitals

See the features that make the getaway comfortable for extended visits, temporary assignments, and guests working near the downtown medical area.

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Military & professional stays

A central stay for work connected with JBSA

Learn about the home, workspace, neighborhood, and central San Antonio setting for military families, contractors, and traveling professionals.

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See the complete getaway

Walk from the front of the house to the guest apartment.

The tour begins outside, follows the driveway to the private patio and entrance, then continues through the furnished apartment.

Good to know

Simple arrival. Comfortable stay.

The guest entrance is at the back of the house along a motion-lit driveway. A coded deadbolt provides convenient self-entry, with the code supplied for the duration of your reservation.

Check-in
Anytime after 3:00 PM
Checkout
By 11:00 a.m.
Guests
2 maximum
Booking
Securely through Airbnb

House manual

Welcome to your home in San Antonio.

Thank you for choosing our home for your stay and San Antonio as your destination. Please treat the getaway with the same care you would give your own home.

House rules

  • No parties or illegal activities.
  • No pets, except service animals.
  • No smoking or vaping indoors. Please use the outdoor area and ashtray.
  • Let Cathy or Mark know promptly if anything is damaged.

Arrival & departure

  • Check in anytime after 3:00 PM.
  • Checkout is by 11:00 a.m.
  • Ask ahead if you need a different time; we will do our best to accommodate.
  • Maximum occupancy is two guests.

Food & trash

  • Please do not leave food out where it may attract pests.
  • Use the kitchen trash cans provided.
  • Outside bins: brown for bagged trash, blue for recycling, and green for organic waste.

TV & connectivity

  • The television is ready for guest use.
  • Sign in to your own streaming accounts or enjoy the free channels.
  • Wi-Fi and access information are provided privately to confirmed guests.

Walk to the River

Go right on Main, then right on Arsenal. Cross the bridge at the end of Arsenal, or take the steps on either side down to the River Walk.

Need assistance?

Cathy and Mark are happy to help during your stay. Registered guests receive direct contact information with their arrival details.

Your complete arrival guide is provided after booking. It includes the current Wi-Fi password, direct host contact information, and other private stay details.

Local dining

Five neighborhood favorites, close to the getaway.

Enjoy Mexican, Puerto Rican, and American flavors within our lovely King William and Southtown neighborhood.

Exclusive King William Getaway guest offer

Labor Street Cafe

Enjoy dinner at this neighborhood cafe. King William Getaway guests receive 10% off.

718 Labor Street
San Antonio, TX 78210

Dinner: Thursday–Saturday, 5–9 PM

Dinner menu
Inside the cafe
Coffee and thoughtful touches
10% off for KWG guests

Special lunch offer for King William Getaway guests

Sanchos Cocina y Cantina

Buy one lunch plate and receive a second lunch plate of equal or lesser value free, Monday–Friday from 11:30 AM–4:00 PM. Present the original Sanchos card to redeem.

628 Jackson Street
San Antonio, TX 78212
Present the original Sanchos card to redeem this lunch offer.

Authentic Puerto Rican cuisine

Luna Rosa

Luna Rosa Puerto Rican Grill y Tapas is a family-owned Southtown restaurant serving island favorites, tapas, and tropical cocktails at 1014 S. Alamo Street.

Visit Luna Rosa’s website ↗

Southtown landmark

Liberty Bar

Liberty Bar serves distinctive American fare, house-made breads, brunch, and cocktails in the historic pink former convent at 1111 S. Alamo Street.

Visit Liberty Bar’s website ↗

Historic breakfast & lunch

The Guenther House

The Guenther House, the historic home of the founder of Pioneer Flour Mills, serves American breakfast and lunch beside the San Antonio River at 205 E. Guenther Street.

Visit The Guenther House website ↗

A thoughtful extra for our guests

Free notary service for Airbnb guests.

Cathy is a commissioned Texas Notary Public and offers in-person notarization to registered King William Getaway guests at no charge, by appointment and subject to availability. Simply message Cathy through Airbnb to request an appointment.

Bring a valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID.Please wait to sign until Cathy is present.Bring the complete document and any required witnesses.

Cathy is not an attorney licensed to practice law in Texas and may not give legal advice or accept fees for legal advice. She cannot prepare documents or select the notarial certificate.

Meet your co-host

Mark Hess — a life in San Antonio jazz.

King William Getaway is hosted by Cathy and Mark. Mark is a longtime San Antonio jazz pianist and trombonist, a 1973 Texas Ragtime Champion, and a former member of Jim Cullum’s Happy Jazz Band. He also played at The Landing on the Riverwalk. He continues to perform around San Antonio and share the traditional jazz music that has shaped his life.

Discover Mark’s music and upcoming performances ↗

Airbnb Superhost

Recognized for thoughtful, reliable hosting.

Cathy earned Superhost status for this assessment period. Airbnb’s assessment shows a 5-star overall rating, a 100% response rate, 31 stays totaling 43 nights, and a 0.0% cancellation rate.

5★ overall rating100% response rate31 stays · 43 nights0.0% cancellation rate
Airbnb Superhost assessment

Guest favorite

Guests feel right at home.

4.96★★★★★

27 Airbnb reviews

4.8 Cleanliness4.9 Accuracy5.0 Check-in5.0 Communication4.9 Location4.9 Value
★★★★★

Verified five-star Airbnb review: “Great service. Very peaceful place! I would book again!” Casey also praised the squeaky-clean bathroom, pristine kitchen, and said the home looked like the photos and matched the description.

CaseyStayed October 23–25, 2026
★★★★★

Verified five-star Airbnb review: “Great customer service. Ms. Cathy was very responsive and flexible. Parking available. We had a good stay. Thank you.”

EdwinStayed October 17–18, 2026
★★★★★

Verified five-star Airbnb review: “We enjoyed staying at this location. We were able to walk to both Southtown and downtown along the Riverwalk.”

AmileeOctober 17, 2026
★★★★★

Verified five-star Airbnb review: “Great lady was very reasonable will book again!”

JorgeOctober 3, 2026
★★★★★

Verified five-star Airbnb review: Lisa called the getaway fabulous and praised its great, walkable location. She appreciated having everything she needed, including snacks, outdoor chairs and coffee, and especially enjoyed the beautiful yard.

LisaOctober 1, 2026
★★★★★

Verified five-star Airbnb review: Jessica loved the beautiful neighborhood and said the home had everything they needed. She thanked Cathy for her hospitality and praised the spotless linens and furniture, clutter-free rooms, squeaky-clean bathroom, and pristine kitchen.

JessicaSeptember 27, 2026
★★★★★

“Amazing hosts! Woke up to beautiful piano! Very cute and felt like home! Definitely would come back for another San Antonio trip!”

AlyssaSeptember 23–24, 2026
★★★★★

Loved the homey, personal character of the getaway, the strong air conditioning, and the easy walk to nearby restaurants and bars.

ForrestSeptember 2026
★★★★★

“Great place, great people, great location; would 100 percent book again.”

JoseSeptember 19–20, 2026
★★★★★

Loved the downtown location, the easy walk to Blue Star and nearby dining, and the thoughtful snacks and travel essentials.

MiguelAugust 2026
★★★★★

Praised Cathy’s communication, the safe-feeling neighborhood, nearby attractions, and the thoughtful extras for a last-minute stay.

JessicaAugust 2026
★★★★★

Enjoyed the visit and described the getaway as a great place to stay.

JustinAugust 2026
★★★★★

Found the apartment true to the photos, quiet and well stocked, with quick access to the Alamo, River Walk, and restaurants.

DavidJuly 2026
★★★★★

Appreciated the many thoughtful details in every room and said the King William neighborhood and River Walk were well worth the stay.

MarenJuly 2026
★★★★★

Highlighted the many amenities, responsive hosting, and said he highly recommends the getaway.

OrlandoAugust 2026
★★★★★

Found just the right amount of space for two and especially appreciated the quiet neighborhood after a night out.

DarioJuly 2026
★★★★★

Loved the spotless apartment, accurate photos, safe historic location, River Walk access, and welcoming personal touches.

SkiJune 2026
★★★★★

Called Cathy and Mark exceptionally kind and enjoyed the comfortable bed and peaceful surroundings.

AndyJune 2026
★★★★★

Felt at home, valued Cathy’s fast communication, and enjoyed having downtown and the River Walk close by.

MichaelJune 2026
★★★★★

Enjoyed a peaceful, easy walk downtown, a quiet neighborhood, and having everything needed for the stay.

RickMay 2026
★★★★★

Recommended the getaway for its walkable neighborhood, quiet setting, quick booking, and excellent communication.

MattApril 2026
★★★★★

Loved the peaceful location and cozy space, found it easy to reach, and plans to book again.

AngelMarch 2026
★★★★★

Recommended the clean, well-stocked apartment, safe neighborhood, River Walk access, and Cathy’s attentive communication.

ErickMarch 2026
★★★★★

Appreciated the coffee bar, fresh towels, toiletries, neighborhood map, nearby restaurants, and Cathy’s warm flexibility.

JasminMarch 2026
★★★★★

Found it ideal for a solo trip, with excellent walkability, easy communication, and thoughtful drinks and snacks.

AdamMarch 2026
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Explore the neighborhood

Walk to the River. Reach downtown in minutes.

Enjoy tree-lined River Walk paths, colorful Southtown art, and distinctive views of downtown San Antonio close to the getaway.

Just steps from the getaway

Walking the Peaceful Riverwalk

Pioneer and White Wings landmarks reflected on the San Antonio River Walk
The historic Johnson Street footbridge on the San Antonio River Walk
A peaceful shaded path beside the San Antonio River
Walking along the water near King William Getaway
River Walk views
Southtown street art
Art along the way
Shaded riverside paths
Nature near downtown
Tower Life from the River Walk
A peaceful shaded walk
Welcome to King William
Historic neighborhood character
King William area map
Distinctive King William homes
Tree-lined neighborhood streets
The River Walk is close by
The historic Hummel House
Stately neighborhood architecture
City landmarks by the river
Johnson Street Footbridge
A quiet moment by the water
Arsenal Street bridge

See what’s nearby

Open the full map for hospitals, military bases, major employers, downtown offices, and favorite San Antonio landmarks.

Map of hospitals, military bases, employers, government offices and attractions near 714 South Main AvenueTap map to enlarge ↗

Ready when you are

Come stay in one of San Antonio’s most beautiful neighborhoods.

Short-term and long-term rentals available.

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