Helotes

Helotes is known as the Gateway to the Hill Country.  The small town of about 6,000 is right outside San Antonio, which over the past 10 years has grown to the edge of Helotes.  Made famous first by a controversy over a Super Wal-mart (which wasn't built) and later by the huge mulch fire "Mulchie," Helotes keeps her small town charm - for now anyway.  Several neighborhoods are absolutely gorgeous with their beautiful homes and breathtaking views.