10/10 Excellent
Fabius B.
Dec 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabius B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Entire home
Home Away From Home - Lake Waco
2.0 star property
Vacation home in Waco with an outdoor pool and a hot tub
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathrooms
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Hot tub
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
Waco, TX
- Lake WacoPlace, Lake Waco18 min walk
- Baylor UniversityPlace, Baylor University16 min drive
- Magnolia Market at the SilosPlace, Magnolia Market at the Silos16 min drive
- Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)Airport, Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)7 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Waco
Located within a mile (2 km) of Lake Waco, this vacation home is within 3 miles (5 km) of H. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
What's nearby
- Lake Waco - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
- Waco Convention Center - 14 min drive - 10.9 miles
- Extraco Events Center - 14 min drive - 10.7 miles
- Baylor University - 16 min drive - 15.2 miles
- Magnolia Market at the Silos - 16 min drive - 11.6 miles
Getting around
- McGregor Station - 29 min drive
- Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Bush’s Chicken - 3 min drive
- Shell - 3 min drive
- Subway - 3 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 10 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.
Home Away From Home - Lake Waco
Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space designed and furnished with all the comforts of home and then some! Located just 10 miles from Baylor University, The Magnolia Market and Silos, and just 5 minutes to the Lake Waco Airport Park Boat Ramp/Launch and campgroundThis home is spacious and upscale. Featuring a pool just built in 2020. The large spa is the perfect spot for unwinding, and the swimming pool is ideal for all ages with a large Baja shelf for shallow water play.
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
Beach
- Beach towels
Pool/Spa
- Hot tub
- Outdoor pool
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Lobster/crab pot
- 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
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Area rugs in public areas
- No elevator (single-level property)
- Single level property
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Things to do
- Motor boating nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Garden
- Recycling
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please do NOT make up the beds you've used. We can tell which beds you've used if you leave them UNMADE.
Please empty your kitchen trash and deposit into the large color-coded city bins in the driveway. **No trash in recycling! City will refuse.
Lights, fans, coffee maker and TV off please. Lock back patio door and front door.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 3:00 PM
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
- 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 smoke detector.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- Long-term renters welcome.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Waco, close to Waco Mammoth National Monument, Lake Waco, and Riverbend Park Ballfields. You'll also find Bosqueville Football Stadium and H within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at this vacation home?
Yes, there is a garage.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Home Away From Home - Lake Waco?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as an outdoor pool.
Are there hot tubs at Home Away From Home - Lake Waco?
Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
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 2.6 mi away (8 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Home Away From Home - Lake Waco?
Yes, every accommodation at Home Away From Home - Lake Waco comes with a deck.
Home Away From Home - Lake Waco Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Stefanie G.
Dec 15, 2025
Stefanie G.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie S.
Nov 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication, beautifully updated, clean home. The backyard and pool are incredible, house had everything you could need and more, even toys for our kids to play with. We would stay here again in a heartbeat. Thank you so very much for providing us a much needed weekend away for our family.
Bonnie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025