The Robertson House

303 Devine Road San Antonio, Texas 78212 United States

Olmos Park

Though many residences may qualify as significant in any American city, this property is extraordinary. With the Webb and Norton houses just around the corner, the Robertson House completes one of the finest trios of late 1920s residences in San Antonio. The garden home was designed by the New York architect William McKnight Bowman, who took his inspiration from the great villas of Veneto. His design was featured in the 1930 issue of The Architectural Forum, setting a high standard for future homes in San Antonio. Following the true tradition of the Italian villa, the second floor hosts the grandest room, a capacious drawing room which bisects the upper level, fronted on the exterior by the arcaded loggia overlooking the sweeping lawn. The gable of the loggia is projected by three symmetrical urns placed atop. Details and quality throughout the five bedroom estate are exquisite. Each bedroom is on the second floor with the exception of the guest suite on the main level. Additional guest accommodations includes the detached, fully outfitted casita. The large, sparkling pool with hand-painted tile is surrounded by patios and a pool house. This remarkable property is truly one of a kind. - 1/21/2021 4:19:40 PM

Interior

• Magazine-worthy interior showcases recessed lights, hardwood floors and exquisite architectural details including plaster crown mouldings
• Sitting room with spectacularly patterned tile floors and French outdoor access
• Lovely deep red living area with built-in hutch
• Stunning private study/library highlights maze design on ceiling, towering built-in bookshelves, magnificent mouldings and wood-burning fireplace
• Formal dining room with candle chandelier
• Chef's island kitchen presents abundant white cabinetry, granite backsplash and counters, all-black appliances including double ovens, breakfast bar, casual dining area and outdoor access
• Handsome guest suite down with 3D tile patterned floor, large master and 3 secondary bedrooms upstairs
• Grand drawing room upstairs with marquetry double doors leading in plus wood beamed ceiling, parquet floor, chandelier and original leaded glass windows
• Cheery sun room ideal for painting
• Mudroom with black and white tile plus storage

Exterior

• Fine late 1920s garden home designed by William McKnight Bowman, inspired by villas of Veneto
• Immaculate professional landscaping
• Grand terrace and arched loggia on faade
• Port-cochere plus circular drive
• Balcony overlooks private garden-style back yard with stone fountain feature
• Guest casita with full bath and kitchenette
• Sparkling pool with hand-painted tiles and water feature surrounded by uncovered patios for lounging plus pool house with bath