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Mama’s House

Vacation home in Valley Mills with kitchen and fireplace

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Valley Mills, TX
  • Place, Red Caboose Winery
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, The Clifton Whipple Truss Bridge
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Waco
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Valley Mills

This vacation home places you 30.7 mi (49.4 km) from Magnolia Market at the Silos. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Red Caboose Winery - 18 min drive - 17.1 miles
  • Bosque Museum - 20 min drive - 18.5 miles
  • The Clifton Whipple Truss Bridge - 21 min drive - 19.2 miles
  • Lake Waco - 26 min drive - 23.3 miles
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 43 min drive - 41.3 miles

Getting around

  • McGregor Station - 38 min drive
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CEFCO Convenience Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jalapeno's #2 - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Burger-N-Wok - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mama’s House

Step away from it all when you visit Mama’s House. Sit at the kitchen table and watch the birds and wild deer, or relax in the outside rockers and breathe in the country air and enjoy just the quiet.
We’re 35 minutes from Waco, Baylor campus & McClane Stadium, and Chip & Joanna’s The Silo’s. Valley Mills may be small, with Hwy 6 running through the middle, but it has some unique shopping and excellent places to grab a bite or just a cup of coffee. Gatesville, and Clifton are “just around the corner” also.
This house is in the country, 5 miles from town, and sits on the northern corner of the Damnrox Ranch, where you may see cows, chickens and an occasional guinea fowl.
Although the house only sleeps 4, at Mama’s House kids are always welcome, just bring you bedrolls and sleep on the floor. Additional fees over 4 guest will apply.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $20/pet/night fee and paid prior to arrival.

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: only 2 twin beds which will convert to king.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Any events must be pre approved. No loud parties.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Any events must be pre approved. No loud parties.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15.
  • Note from host: Any events must be pre approved. No loud parties.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Mama’s House good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation and fireplaces in some.

Does Mama’s House have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional), which is 28.4 mi away (40 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Mama’s House?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Mama’s House.

Reviews

Mama’s House Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am from a small town but large family and the phrase Mama's House is the best was to say what this home was. It is adorable,with a large kitchen, bedroom, and master bath.. Being able to see 3 doe and 2 bucks eating only a 5 feet from where I had my coffee was the best added bonus. This is a nature lovers paradise for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Even when …..

Even when the stay is sad due to a loss. Joel and I were so loved and cared for by Gayle. This is our second stay at Mama’s house and we love it here. Dog friendly and you will be part of a working ranch. Seeing each cow and the beautiful birds gives such an interesting and relaxing ambiance!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and Beautiful

Owner made friendship bread and pup treats to great us. Home was beautiful and a excellent price for a long term such as we needed. We can't wait to go back. Cow's came to feed and in the morning birds. Bed very comfortable and towels were Lux ... Had hairdryer so don't bring yours and also soap for dishwasher and washing. Again, don't bring yours. We brought all incidental's and didn't need them but used ours anyway. Gayle Cross great VRBO hostess!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wulf L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wulf L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Extended stay

We absolutely loved mamas house! The extended stay was great. It was comfortable and beautiful grounds as well! Great location as well. We highly recommend mamas house!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wulf L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Country Stay

The property is as advertised! Loved the welcome letter and the friendship bread! I couldnt stop eating it! We loved our stay very clean and cozy Hosts are super nice and if anything is needed they are right down the road! Home is located out in the country and its amazing with all the wildlife and quietness. We highly recommend staying here you will enjoy it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Place

A perfect quite place in the country. We would defiantly go back.
Stayed 24 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home!

This property will truly take you back to "the old" days. Moma's house is much as you would imagine being at your grandmother's house in the 60', 70's or 80's! Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love this house

Very cute homely filling house very peaceful no issues. Everything was great. Love the wildlife love seeing the hummingbirds. The deer came up to eat. It was such a peaceful trip. Definitely want to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it.Will book again.

The property was just as described. The host went above and beyond with dog treats and friendship bread waiting for us. We had never seen so many deer right up close to the house. Lots of beautiful birds at the feeder and bird bath just outside the breakfast window. Watching the guineafowls come by and feed at the house was very entertaining. Couldn't be happier with the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023