Mini Pools in San Antonio & the Hill Country
Worthey Aquatics builds custom gunite mini pools, plunge pools and cocktail pools for small, narrow and sloped yards across San Antonio and the Texas Hill Country. Mini pools start around $60K, and every one is a full custom gunite build with the same crews and finishes as our larger pools.
A compact plunge-style mini pool with a raised spa in The Dominion, San Antonio.
Mini, Plunge & Cocktail Pools
What Is a Mini Pool?
A mini pool is a small custom pool built for soaking, cooling off and relaxing rather than swimming laps. You’ll also hear them called plunge pools or cocktail pools. Those are just other names for the same thing. A separate spa can be added if you want one.
Mini pools start around $60K, and every one is a full custom gunite build. Call 210-760-7236. Our phones are answered 24/7.
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Small Yard Layouts
What Shapes and Layouts Work Best in a Small Yard?
The right shape makes a small yard feel bigger. These are the layouts we reach for most:
Geometric Pools
Clean rectangles and L-shapes hug fences and property lines and make seating easy to line up.
Freeform Pools
Gentle curves soften a boxy yard, dodge existing trees and suit rustic Hill Country homes.
Design From the Inside Out
We line the pool up with your main windows and doors so you can see the water from the kitchen or family room.
Combine Uses and Use the Corners
One deck for dining and lounging, with in-pool benches where people gather. A raised spa, fire feature or pergola nook in a corner makes the whole yard feel intentional.
Gunite Mini Pools
Why Choose Gunite for a Small Pool?
Gunite is the only type of pool we build. Because the shell is formed on site, a gunite mini pool can be any shape, size or depth, fit tight property lines, and work around trees, slopes and rock. You also get the same tile, coping and plaster options as a full-size pool.
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A compact courtyard pool and raised spa at dusk, The Canyons at Scenic Loop.
Will a Mini Pool Fit My Backyard?
Yes. Mini pools can fit almost anywhere, including courtyards, side yards, townhome lots and tight subdivision backyards. Instead of asking “Can I fit a pool here?”, we ask “What pool and layout work best with the space I have?”
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Courtyards and side yards: a compact footprint fits where a full-size pool cannot.
Townhome and tight subdivision lots: we check access, setbacks, slope and utilities at the site visit.
Sloped lots: gunite is well suited to slopes and rock. A raised wall or retaining edge can turn a grade change into a design feature, and a small footprint often means less excavation and fewer retaining walls.
Trees and rock: a custom-formed shell can work around existing trees and rock.
A compact L-shaped courtyard pool with a raised spa, The Canyons at Scenic Loop.
Mini Pool Features
What Features Can a Mini Pool Have?
- Heating and chilling for comfortable water year-round
- A separate spa built alongside the pool
- Tanning ledges (sun shelves) and built-in benches that double as the entry
- Water features: raised walls, scuppers, sheer descents and small waterfalls, whose sound also helps mask neighborhood noise
- Lighting for evening use
- Outdoor kitchens, pergolas and patios built with the pool
A plunge pool with a bench, heater and small waterfall can feel like a private spa even in a tight courtyard.
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A compact rectangular pool in a tight Stone Oak backyard.
A compact rectangular pool with a raised spa in the Hill Country.
Cost & Timeline
How Much Does a Mini Pool Cost in San Antonio?
Worthey mini, plunge and cocktail pools start around $60K. Price depends on size, depth, site conditions, finishes and features such as heating, chilling, an added spa and water features. For comparison, our full-size custom pools start around $75–100K, and most land at $100–200K+. See our pool cost guide for more detail.
How long does it take? A typical mini pool takes about 6–8 weeks to build. We give you a schedule for your project at the design stage.
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Service Area
Where We Build Mini Pools
We build across San Antonio and the Hill Country, including Stone Oak, The Dominion, Timberwood Park, Helotes, Fair Oaks Ranch, Boerne, Bulverde, Spring Branch, Canyon Lake, New Braunfels, Dripping Springs, Kerrville and Fredericksburg.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions About Mini Pools
How much does a mini pool cost?
Worthey mini, plunge and cocktail pools start around $60K. Your price depends on size, site and features.
Is a plunge pool different from a cocktail pool?
No. Mini pool, plunge pool and cocktail pool are different names for the same small pool. We custom design each one for your yard, with the depth, benches and features you want.
Can I add a spa to a mini pool?
Yes. We can build a separate spa next to your mini pool. It’s its own structure and doesn’t share a wall with the pool.
Can a mini pool be heated and chilled?
Yes. Heating and chilling can be added so the water stays comfortable year-round.
Are your mini pools gunite?
Yes. Gunite is the only type of pool we build, so every mini pool is custom formed for your yard.
How long does a mini pool take to build?
A typical mini pool takes about 6–8 weeks to build.
Will a mini pool fit on a small or sloped lot?
Yes, mini pools can fit almost anywhere. We design for courtyards, side yards, tight subdivision lots and sloped Hill Country sites, and check access and grade at the site visit.
Do your pools come with a warranty?
Yes. Our builds include warranty coverage, and we’ll walk you through the details during your consultation.
What Hill Country Homeowners Say
Our customers keep telling us the same things: we communicate, we're upfront about price, and we finish what we start.
“I was so impressed with how the crew handled our tricky backyard slope. Building a new pool here seemed impossible, but their skilled techs had solutions for everything.” – Shandalynn K.
“Tyler stands out as one of the best swimming pool builders in the Hill Country.” – Haviv R.
Rated 4.7 stars from 63 Google reviews.
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Request a design consultation with Worthey Aquatics, or call 210-760-7236. Our phones are answered 24/7.
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