The Central Cottage: 7 mins from Magnolia Table, Silos, Baylor & Downtown Waco in Waco

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Dates

May 2025

June 2025

3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81341 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Pet friendly
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Waco, TX

Waco Convention Center
‪5 min drive‬
Magnolia Market at the Silos
‪5 min drive‬
Baylor University
‪6 min drive‬
Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
‪14 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Waco

Located in Brookview, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of sights such as Magnolia Market at the Silos and Extraco Events Center. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fenced private yard, and a refrigerator.

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What's nearby

Extraco Events Center - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
Cameron Park Zoo - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
Waco Convention Center - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
Magnolia Market at the Silos - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
Baylor University - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

McGregor Station - 22 min drive
Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪Kitok Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
‪La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina - ‬4 min drive
‪La Nueva Michoacana - ‬7 min walk
‪San Diego Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
‪Bush's Chicken - ‬3 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.

The Central Cottage: 7 mins from Magnolia Table, Silos, Baylor & Downtown Waco

The Central Cottage is a renovated 1940's home located in a quite neighborhood, close to all the popular attractions!

Inside you'll find comfy beds, a full kitchen, and a cozy living room to watch all your favorite shows. Sling and Netflix are provided. Enjoy a perfect day in the large fenced in yard equipped with a charcoal grill, fire pit, and cornhole.

We love pets! There is a $50 pet fee. No breed/weight restrictions.

Short Term Rental License: STR0000458-06-2020
Max Occupancy: 8 Guests

Security Disclosure: There are two OUTDOOR security cameras. One located near the front door and one near the back door. We will not be referring to them unless a big issue arises!

The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with Netflix. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Ashley Rothacker

Languages

English

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May 5 - May 6

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
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

Games
Netflix
Streaming services
TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

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: 1,341 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Please message us if you have more than 2 pets.

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: 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.
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 do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Brookview, close to Magnolia Market at the Silos, Cameron Park Zoo, and Dr. Pepper Museum. You'll also find Lake Waco and McLane Stadium within a short drive.

Will I be able to park 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.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is The Central Cottage: 7 mins from Magnolia Table, Silos, Baylor & Downtown Waco a good place to stay for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at The Central Cottage: 7 mins from Magnolia Table, Silos, Baylor & Downtown Waco?

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 free of charge?

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.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional), which is 7.1 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Central Cottage: 7 mins from Magnolia Table, Silos, Baylor & Downtown Waco?

No, you won't find accommodations with balconies at The Central Cottage: 7 mins from Magnolia Table, Silos, Baylor & Downtown Waco.

The Central Cottage: 7 mins from Magnolia Table, Silos, Baylor & Downtown Waco Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Debora L.

Mar 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Waco House

This adorable cottage was so conveniently located to all the things. The Magnolia complex, downtown, Baylor, it was within 10 minutes of everything. Very clean property. Only downside is that mattresses had seen better days and one of the sofas was so uncomfortable we couldn’t even use it. Everything else was great!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

Dec 27, 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick C.

Dec 26, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation rental

Cute place for our visit with family in the area.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E.

Oct 6, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Waco Reunion

The house was cozy, tastefully decorated, climate was very nice, yard is cozy and pet friendly, the appliances are really nice and easy to manipulate, accommodations were more than adequate. Very pleasant.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark T., San Antonio, TX

Sep 15, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Convenient location in Waco

Nice, convenient property that met our needs for our stay in Waco. Easy comfortable drive to everything downtown and Baylor football. Nice for our family to spread out in a 3 bedroom and be comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Toni G.

Aug 11, 2024

Neighborhood Not The Best

The neighborhood did not seem very safe. There is a carport that looks like a squatter has been living in. Unable to use the fire pit for s’mores due to trash and cigarette butts being in it. The area was the biggest problem for us. As we turned in to the neighborhood there were people yelling at each other in the street.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard O.

Jul 29, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place in a disappointing neighborhood

We loved the house and Ashely was informative and quick to respond. It met our needs just fine but the surrounding neighborhood gave the ladies a little pause about being there. We didn't encounter any issues, it just felt a little rough at night.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

David M.

Jul 21, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Old House

House is a simple old Texas house.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Janice S.

Mar 30, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Sufficient !

Cleanliness could have been stepped up. Kitchen cabinet doors were dirty, household trashcans dirty, under beds dirty, oven and broiler need cleaning. Things travelers need such as luggage stands, towels racks for the bathroom, extra toilet paper and paper towels should be standard items. The place met our needs although, they did not let us know it was not handicap friendly. Should have handicap bars in bathrooms and tubs should have non slip surfaces. Suggestions: Cutting board, colander and big salad bowl. Using the oven as storage makes it difficult to use.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Mar 28, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary Getaway

We were in town with framily for our anniversary. The Central Cottage was just that, centrally located for all our plans. The cottage was large enough for our group of 6 adults and was clean. Loved the backyard area, but only got to use it one night for a small fire. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Donald O.

Mar 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Get-away

It was a cute little house and perfect for our needs. There were six of us and we all had plenty of room. We even brought one of our cats and we were able to set her up in the mud room. While we were not able to use the backyard (time and weather did not permit it), it was inviting as a nice place to gather. There was plenty of room as well for two vehicles to park in the garage. We would definitely book this property again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vikram I.

Mar 14, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to tourist attractions

House is super clean with great amenities. Host is extremely responsive, friendly, respectful and helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Jan 9, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Just as decribed

Great house, plenty of space, everything just as described. Great communication with hosts.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Joshua C.

Oct 16, 2023

Just okay, but has potential.

I recently stayed at this property, and I must say that our experience was just okay. There were some positive aspects to our stay, like the enjoyable fire pit and the corn hole, but there were a few issues that left us somewhat dissatisfied. First, let's start with the cleanliness of the property. While it was mostly clean, we were quite surprised to find dog hair on our linens. This was a bit off-putting and made us question the thoroughness of the cleaning process. Another concern was the size of the bathrooms, which we found to be on the smaller side. This may not be a deal-breaker for everyone, but it's worth noting for those who value spacious bathrooms. Perhaps the most significant issue during our stay was the presence of a groundkeeper. He showed up unannounced on one occasion, and to make matters worse, he was also there when we arrived. His behavior was rather unsettling as he failed to acknowledge our presence and only said something after I approached him to inquire why he was there. Even on a subsequent visit, a day later, he worked in the garage and left without acknowledging us or explaining his purpose. I must give credit to the property owner for being responsive to our concerns, as they did their best to address the situation. However, the whole incident left us feeling very uncomfortable during our stay. Overall, this property has potential, but the unexpected and unexplained presence of the groundkeeper made our experience less enjoyable than we

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lonna S.

Oct 9, 2023

Girls Trip

The house is cute and was comfortable for the three of us. The neighborhood was a nice and quiet area. We were able to navigate to all the areas we wanted to see in Waco. We had to be extremely careful in parking our rental car on the driveway. The right side of the driveway has a huge hole on the left and needs to be fixed, it could cause major damage to a car.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Laura H.

Sep 7, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute little house

Cute little house in a quiet neighborhood. Most Waco attractions are within 5-10 minutes. Excellent communication from the host! Would definitely recommend. My only issue was the small size of the refrigerator. We bought groceries for 7 people, for 4 days before we got to the house and didn't realize it was a "dorm sized" fridge so we had to get creative. That's probably my fault though. All in all, great vacation house!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elana A., Houston

Jul 6, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Waco trip

The property was just right for my husband and myself and our two small dogs. House was clean and had everything we needed for our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jun 7, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and peaceful stay

We stayed in this cottage for 2 nights as we were on a family road trip. Plenty of space and had everything we needed during our stay. The neighborhood is peaceful quiet, just minutes away from downtown with lots of shopping and many food choices! I would book this cottage if we visit Waco again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob T.

Jun 6, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

A great stay!

Our stay was EXCELLENT! Ashley was a phenomenal host who made sure we were well taken care of. Check in and check out information was clear, the house was clean (which always makes it easy to take care of.) It was a great location to all the sights. All in all, I would definitely stay here again. 10/10!!!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elanie L.

May 7, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Weekend Home!

This home is great! From the check-in to the final locking of the house, our stay was as smooth and peaceful as we could ask for! Any question we had was answered promptly, even when we forgot something and went back after checking out. Definitely would stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

David Y., Greenville SC, USA

Apr 17, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

It did the trick for us

We were traveling with 2 big dogs and a cat. We picked this location since it was a short drive to everything we wanted to check out in Waco, and seemed well set up to accommodate pets without a lot of potential for trouble, like fragile knickknacks. The neighborhood was quiet and the beds were comfortable. The backyard set up didn't look as nice as the photo's, and you have to exit the back door of the house and go thru a gate to get to the backyard. I had to put our dogs on leash to do this because I can't trust them to make that short trip without getting seriously distracted by the local cats. The description states cable/satellite TV, but it's streaming only -Roku, Sling & Netflix are provided. Otherwise I would say it was exactly as advertised and as shown in the photos.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Gary D., Mebane, NC USA

Feb 26, 2023

Just OK

It was a place to sleep and a hot shower. We felt safe and comfortable. The living room furniture seemed old and the carpet was dirty. There were long white animal hair’s found throughout the house. This appeared to be the work of a first time flipper. It just needs a little more attention to detail.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023