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An 1899 San Antonio home designed by the architect behind the McNay Art museum is for sale
By San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· July 17, 2026
· 1 min read
A Tobin Hill mansion built in 1899 and now operating as a bed-and-breakfast called A Victorian Lady Inn has hit the market for just under $2 million. The towering 4,500-square-foot residence was designed by Atlee B. Ayres, who served as the State Architect of Texas from 1914 to 1917, and was resp...
Key takeaway The towering 4,500-square-foot residence was designed by Atlee B.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The sale of A Victorian Lady Inn, a historic Tobin Hill mansion, raises questions about the preservation of San Antonio 's architectural heritage. As a property designed by Atlee B. Ayres, a prominent figure in the city's architectural history, its fate is of significant interest to local preservationists. Ayres' work on the McNay Art Museum and other notable buildings has left a lasting legacy in San Antonio, and the potential sale of this 1899 home may spark concerns about its future use and upkeep. The fact that the property has been operating as a bed-and-breakfast suggests that its new owner may face decisions about how to balance its commercial use with its historic significance. As the city continues to grow and evolve, the sale of A Victorian Lady Inn serves as a reminder of the need for careful consideration of San Antonio's historic properties and their role in shaping the city's identity.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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