215 Canyon Dr
ALAMOHEIGHTS, 78209
About this Property
Villa del Bosque - Alamo Heights. Hidden along the wooded edge of Olmos Basin, 215 Canyon Dr was originally designed by renowned San Antonio architect and preservationist Harvey P. Smith, whose work helped restore and shape many of the city's enduring Spanish Colonial landmarks. More than inspired by Spanish architecture, the home stands as a direct expression of Smith's philosophy - rooted in permanence, proportion, craftsmanship, and a profound relationship to landscape. Beneath mature oaks and filtered light, the estate emerges through layers of white stucco, clay tile roofing, carved timber beams, steel-framed glass, and restrained ironwork - timeless Spanish architecture softened by forest and shadow. Thick walls, deep overhangs, handcrafted details, and interiors composed around natural light give the residence an authenticity rarely found today. Thoughtfully restored and expanded by Dave Isaacs Homes, the estate has been refined with extraordinary restraint, preserving its architectural soul while elevating it for contemporary luxury living. Inside, the home unfolds through warm, sophisticated interiors where scale, texture, and light are composed with quiet precision. Exposed timber ceilings, sculptural fireplaces, wide-plank wood flooring, and expansive walls of glass create spaces that feel both intimate and monumental. Every room remains visually connected to the surrounding canopy, allowing the landscape to become part of the architecture itself. Living spaces flow naturally toward elevated terraces, fountains, and poolside lounges hidden within the trees, creating the atmosphere of a secluded Spanish estate immersed in the forest. The upper-level primary suite exists as its own private retreat - suspended within the canopy and accompanied by a spa-like bath overlooking the woods. Bordered by approximately 3.25 acres of green space, Villa del Bosque is one of the rarest architectural offerings in Alamo Heights - where Spanish heritage, landscape, and timeless design exist in complete harmony beneath the trees.
Schools
- Elementary School: CAMBRIDGE
- Middle School: ALAMO HGT
- High School: ALAMO HGT
Due to the increasing growth in San Antonio and the surrounding areas, the affected School Districts may move the attendance boundaries of their schools. Before you buy a house, you should verify any changes.
Source: San Antonio Board of Realtors.