Guesthouse holiday rentals in McLennan County

Cozy Private Getaway near Silos and Downtown

Our above garage 2 bedroom unit is very close to downtown, Baylor, Magnolia & Cameron park & just steps to the zoo. Go through a private gate to access your own entrance & private fenced off yard. Free Wifi, cozy living room, kitchen w/ cooktop, micro. & frig w/ ice. Separate king size bdrm & bth. Small bunk room with 2 twins & a desk. Washer/dryer in unit. Long-term tenants stay in main house but do not have access to your area. EV charger available on request. STR license STR000733-08-2023

Value · Location · Hospitality

Private cottage with yard minutes to Magnolia

Charming backyard cottage set in the historic Sanger-Heights neighborhood just 7 minutes from Magnolia by car and blocks from Downtown. Off-street parking and a private entrance to your own fenced yard. A pathway leads to a private patio with an outdoor seating area. The cottage includes a Queen sized bed, TV with Netflix, bathroom, bathtub and shower. It is located on our property adjacent to our home, and we are available as much or as little as you desire. Welcome to the Artist's Cottage!

Location · Value · Amenities

Barndo Mini Inn - open concept, super comfortable

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Just minutes away from all the Waco area attractions, at Woodway, Texas. Newly upgraded shower and floors. Featuring an open space with a queen size bed, a full size futon, and a cute nook with a twin bed. Kitchen includes a microwave, toaster oven, two cooktop burners, and instant pot. A full size refrigerator/freezer completes this home-away-from-home space. Amenities include free Internet access/WiFi, an outdoor grill and a picnic table.

Location · Value · Hiking

Adorable Studio Guesthouse in the Heart of Waco

This charming studio guesthouse is centrally located, making it easy to explore all that Waco has to offer. Enjoy local shops, visit Magnolia, and watch the sunset over Lake Waco. Take a leisurely stroll in Cameron Park, explore the fantastic Cameron Park Zoo, or go kayaking on the Brazos River. Plus, we’re just a short distance from Baylor University! 4 minutes to Little Shop on Bosque 8 minutes to Magnolia Market at the Silos 6 minutes to Cameron Park & Zoo 11 minutes to Baylor Campus

Location · Value · Heating

Swing and Sway at The Carver House on Washington

The Carver House on Washington is a cute, newly renovated second story efficiency apartment behind Waco‘s hippest barbershop, Monument Barber Shop. You have the entire place to yourself with 2 private patios (one with 2 hammock swings) and entrance. You are walking distance to Waco’s best. Pinewood coffee, Harvest on 25th and Waco Wine are all blocks away. Ideally located in uptown, which is a peaceful and neighborly street, you are also a few minutes drive from both Magnolia & Baylor.

Family · Value · Backyard

Audubon Romantic Cottage on 10 Acre Country Estate

NESTLED IN 10 PRIVATE, PARK-LIKE MEADOWS, this John Audubon inspired haven offers luxury surrounded by nature. Shop, wine taste, bike, hike or canoe in Clifton, Bosque County or Waco (40 min.), then retreat to a spacious cottage w/ king bed, panoramic windows, ROKU tv, studio kitchen, deep spa bath & flagstone patio. Freshly bleached surfaces; 5 star laundry standards. ADULTS ONLY. MAX. 2 GUESTS. French Farmhouse (4 guest cottage next door) also available. See that listing for details.

Family · Location · TV

Convenient Country Retreat (12 miles to downtown)

Enjoy a peaceful stay at this quiet, spacious guesthouse. This unique property is minutes from Woodway and Hewitt Drive with convenient access to food and fun! Only 12 miles from downtown Waco, take advantage of all the city has to offer and then retreat to the quiet nights of Lorena. This one bedroom, private building is separate from the main house. The bedroom, bathroom, and main area all have separate entrances. The living area has a queen-sized sofa bed for additional guests.

Location · Family · Kitchen

Barkley House

Barkley House is a 5 - Star accommodation located in the beautiful city of Waco. It is the perfect home base for your Waco getaway. Located just minutes from; Magnolia Silos and farm Magnolia Table Baylor Extraco Arena Lake Waco Cameron Park Waco Airport and anywhere else you might want to wander. "We loved our stay at Barkley House. Everything was perfect - location, amenities, very friendly hosts, spotlessly clean - so much that we were sad to have to leave." Stephanie Eaton

Value · Location · Parking

Studio, Historic Area w/ Pool

The modern studio is on the top floor of the original 1920's detached carriage house, overlooking the swimming pool (open approx. Memorial to Labor day). It is located behind the main house with private parking in the historic Castle Heights/Austin Ave neighborhood. Minutes from downtown restaurants and nightlife, Magnolia/Silos, and Baylor. Perfect for romantic getaways, Baylor parents and alumni, Magnolia fans, those visiting family in Waco, business travelers or house hunters.

Family · Location · Walkability

Modern Suite with Full Kitchen | Waco, TX

Nestled in a peaceful, exceptionally safe neighborhood, this private guest suite offers a serene retreat just 15 minutes from the main attractions of downtown Waco, and ~7 minutes away from Lake Waco. This pristine suite—only a few years old—features modern finishes, a comfortable layout, and thoughtful details to make your stay feel like home. You’ll find pretty bluebonnet accents and charming Texas-themed touches throughout, adding a little extra local flair to your visit.

Value · Family · Bathroom

The German Schmear Cottage

The German Schmear Cottage is tucked away on a quiet street in the Mountainview area. It is centrally located (HEB, Target, and Starbucks are right down the road) and only 10-15 minutes from downtown, the Silos, and Baylor. Once a detached garage, this 400 square foot space is now a cozy, modern living space and is on the property of the main German Schmear (fixer upper) house, which is also a vacation rental. See pictures for more detailed information about the tiny house.

Family · Value · Bathroom

Cozy duplex A

The house is right off I35 and in an older Neighborhood but a quiet one. This is a duplex so it shares the parking garage that fits 2 cars or trucks. Baylor and Magnolia are 5min from the house, 10min to the Extraco Event center. 17min to BSR. 5min or less to restaurants (including magnolia table) and grocery store. note- the house floor is uneven due to foundation problems, but otherwise in working condition.

Location · Value · Pets