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Bear Necessities

Vacation home with kitchen, near Magnolia Market at the Silos

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Waco, TX
  • Place, Waco Convention Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Baylor University
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Magnolia Market at the Silos
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Waco

Located in East Riverside, this vacation home is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Bledsoe-Miller Park and Waco Suspension Bridge. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Waco Convention Center - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Baylor University - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Dr. Pepper Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cameron Park Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • McGregor Station - 25 min drive
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ninfa's Mexican Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cricket's Waco - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Revival Eastside Eatery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Brazos Landing - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪J Petal - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Bear Necessities

Check out this adorable house. It was named BEAR Necessities, not because anything about it is "bare" but because it is truly Waco through and through. Not only are the necessities taken care of but much more. It's comfy, cozy, cute and charming. Just like the song says, "Look for the BEAR necessities, the simple BEAR necessities. Forget about your worries and your strife" and come to Waco and enjoy!

The kitchen is fully equipped. Microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, blender, toaster, Keurig Duo and drip coffee maker, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, basic pantry items and a dining table with seating for 6. We supply a limited amount of k-cups, sweeteners and creamers.

The master bedroom features a comfortable queen size bed and an adjustable office desk with a comfortable chair. The master bath has a large walk in shower.

Our other queen bed and both twin beds are very comfortable. We provide luggage racks in all three bedrooms. The queen and twin bedrooms share bathroom with a tub/shower combination.

We furnish body soap, shampoo, conditioner and towels including makeup removal towels.

Guest will have access to the entire home except for one locked supply closet.

Other things to note:
We are located very close to some of Waco's best attractions:

Silos – Magnolia Market - 1.3 miles
Dr. Pepper Museum - 1.2 miles
Downtown Waco Culture District - 1.2 miles
McLane Stadium - 1 mile
Texas Sports Hall of Fame - 1.3 miles
Cameron Park - 1.3
Cameron Park Zoo - 1.4 miles
Brazos Park East Boat Ramp - 4.7 miles
Baylor University - 1.2 miles
Waco Mammoth National Monument - 5 miles
Homestead Heritage - 8.7 miles
Cottonwood creek Golf Course - 5.9 mille

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The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No smoking/vaping
No excessive noise.
Must be 21 or older to book. Will make exceptions for first responders, active duty military and newlyweds.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • 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

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in East Riverside within a 10-minute walk of Bledsoe-Miller Park and Waco Suspension Bridge. You'll also find Magnolia Market at the Silos and Dr. Pepper Museum within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is Bear Necessities good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Does Bear Necessities have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional), which is 8 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Bear Necessities?

Yes, every accommodation at Bear Necessities comes with a deck.

Bear Necessities Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Haven C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was a great location. Stayed for concert at Baylor and was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay!

This house was probably the most convenient I’ve stayed at in Waco to get to and from Baylor campus!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian M., Rocklin, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Start!

The vacation home was awesome was able to sleep all five of us comfortably. The home is very comfortable and its location to the university was perfect. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Little House!

We all really enjoyed staying in this cozy home! It was bright & cheerful, had everything we needed & was mere minutes from all of our activities. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Such a cute house!

The property was really clean and super cute, the neighborhood was really quiet and still had us close to some of the museums we wanted to go to.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S., Cleburne, TX/USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay

Very clean—great communication—neighborhood a bit sketchy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Fabulous Stay

This was a mom and best friend trip!! It was such a wonderful stay. The place was impeccable. It was clean, organized and welcoming. We felt completely safe with our stay and appreciated how close everything was within driving distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kelli C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing & Pleasant

The house was nice and clean. I love the decor. The location was perfect for us. It suited our needs perfectly. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Clean Cozy House

The accommodations for this Cute Clean Cozy house were on point! The house was well supplied with all the things we needed for a comfortable convenient stay. The neighborhood is very peaceful and quiet. It’s also in walking distance from the Brazo River and a sweet little park. Communications with management was very smooth. The dishwasher had a minor issue while we were there. Maintenance came out and fixed it right up. The maintenance guy was so nice and friendly, too. We’re already talking about booking again in the fall. When it’s nice and cool. The big beautiful tree and the deck is a wonderful place for a cookout. The only suggestion I would have is a grill for the deck. But, over all our stay was a 5 of 5!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Tim F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice House.

Fun house which is close to the parks and downtown. We would rent again. Everything worked fine.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute and Quaint

Great little house. Cozy and homey place to stay. It was clean and tidy. Very handicap accessible.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Quiet Neighborhood

The accommodations were immaculate, well-supplied and modern. The property and neighborhood were packed with the high desert plants and gardens that we love about Santa Fe and invited strolling. While none of the city’s main attractions and restaurants are within walking distance, all are within a short drive, especially the wonderful collections on “museum hill”.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and close to everything!

Such an adorable house and it was less than 5 minutes from Baylor and Magnolia. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was wonderful! We loved how close we were to Baylor. Everything was very clean. Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T., Olathe, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

Mother-Daughter Wino Fest Trip

Super cute house. Perfect for my daughter and I for our girls trip to wino fest. Close to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merrilee B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend spot

Perfect location for our family as we were in town for the Waco Ironman event. Clean, bright, perfectly stocked home that was beautifully decorated and furnished. Perfect for our party of six. Highly recommend! Easy check in and checkout and great communication with the owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristel S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cuddly cottage

Beautiful renovation. Comfortable and clean. Handicap ramp was a plus for all the shopping bags and boxes we moved around during Baylor move in for our 2 Bears. Location is convenient for getting to Baylor campus, shopping, food, etc. A lot of construction being done nearby but noise was minimal. Aesthetically It will be a nice neighborhood with new condos, store fronts, etc. in a few months/year. Right now it's a work in progress. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023