A Colonial Revival home designed by the legendary architect behind San Antonio landmarks including the McNay Art Museum, the Plaza Hotel and Municipal Auditorium recently has hit market with price tag just shy of $1.4 million.
Described in its sales listing as a “hidden jewel in historic Monte Vista,” the 1923 home was designed by Atlee B. Ayres, who served as the state architect of Texas from 1914 to 1917 and created stunning commercial and residential properties all over San Antonio during the ’20s and ’30s.
The three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath residence is nestled on a nearly half-acre lot near Landa Library & Gardens, which its listing describes as “resort-like.” Indeed, the lush, well-manicured grounds include a pool, a casita/studio, a two-car garage and a porte cochère.
In addition to the hardwood floors and large formal rooms common to homes from the Alamo City’s Gilded Age, this 3,100-square-foot structure includes an updated kitchen with a breakfast room that looks out onto a large screened porch.
In addition to a butler’s pantry, the structure also includes a rarity for South Texas: an actual basement.
This home is listed by Phyllis Browning with Phyllis Browning Co.
All photos and listing info via Realtor.com.
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