Situated along the Brazos River, Waco is located halfway between Dallas and Austin in Texas. Gaining popularity as home to George W. Bush’s Press Centre, it is locally known as Prairie Chapel Ranch. Waco also houses various museums and libraries, parks and other attractions for tourists from across the world. Home to one of the largest Grand Lodges, the Grand Lodge of Texas, Waco is also known for its suspension bridge across Brazos River and the Hawaiian Falls Waterpark. Despite being a smaller city in comparison to most other cities in Texas, Waco is very well connected to other cities by road through Interstate 35, 3 airports, as well as rail transport. A great destination frequented by various tourists, Waco offers some of the best vacation rentals. Listed below are some of the best HomeAway vacation rentals in Waco, Texas.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status. recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. Cozy home away from home in downtown Waco (from USD 140)
A cozy, comfortable condo which can accommodate up to six people. It consists of two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a half bathroom downstairs, a fully functional kitchen with grilling option, TV and high-speed Internet. Adding to its features is another condo with a shared patio for people coming with larger groups. Nearby attractions include the Magnolia Market and table, Lake Waco, Cameron Park, BSR Cable Park, Waco’s downtown restaurants. The place has easy transport access to IH-35 and Baylor trolley for a ride around Baylor or into Downtown Waco and cycling around Cameron Park.
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The beds were really comfortable tooThe apartment was exactly as advertised- cozy comfortable and close to everythingThe beds were incredibly comfortable Jan has provided everything to make your stay hassle-freethe kitchen was well stockedIt was close to everything we wanted to do in WacoCleanliness:
The beds were comfy and the sheets were soft and niceThe condo is immaculately clean and well equippedHost:
thoughtfully supplied and well maintainedJan was easy to work with and quick to respond to textsand she sent so much useful information about Waco and "Magnolia " Even though it poured rain most of the weekendThe owner was kind helpful and a joy to meet and visit withBaylor downtown & silos Owner is super nice and very accommodating Thanks JanRead more reviewsLocation:
such that sleep was good and sound Maneuvering to and from the convention center Magnolia Silos restaurantsThe condo was very soundproof not just from the neighbors but within the condo itselfWe felt very safe both in the condo and in the neighborhoodWell equipped kitchen Check in and out was a breezeWe plan on visiting Waco a lot in the future and will always check the availability of this Cozy Condo first
2. Downtown estate with modern amenities (from USD 350)
A 1500 sq. ft (139 sqm) house, this property is ideal for 8 people. Its amenities include three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a half bath with high-speed Wi-Fi, fireplace, luxury kitchen, dining room, and spacious backyard with fountain and games. It is centrally located in the downtown area, four-minute walk to Magnolia Silos; five-minute walk to Baylor University; ten-minute walk to Downtown (Austin Ave.). Activities to do are dining, shopping, and checking out entertainment centers available.
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it was clean and there were delicious cookies when we arrivedit is very cleanthe avenues was beautifully appointed super clean and comfortableclean awesomely decorated ( wife and girls loved it) and quietit is so well done and very very cleanHost:
the owners also thoughtfully had coffees teas waters bathroom amenities books magazines huge tv and moreowners are amazingly gracious great space and a wonderful oasis in wacoRead more reviewsLocation:
easy walking distance to everything in downtown waco if you want tothe location of the property is perfect for wacothe location is perfect for getting aroundsuch a great property in a central locationeasy walk to silos at magnolia market
3. A quaint cottage amidst oak trees (from USD 228)
Situated under an array of live Oak trees, this 1000 sq. ft (93 sqm) condo can accommodate up to four to five people comfortably. The cottage features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with high-end appliances, a 50” LED TV, and high-speed Internet. It also has a spacious patio with tables and chairs to relax under the tree shades. The place is walkable to Baylor Campus and Waco Downtown. It is a perfect place to attend all Baylor events including sports and other events in the Waco downtown area.
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the kitchen was fully equipped and the full sized upgraded appliances were beautiful including a washer and dryerdarling place comfortable beds nice bathroom and kitchenbeds were so comfortable and the place was immaculateCleanliness:
it’s clean in a great location and well stockedvery very nice comfortable and spotless highly recommend staying at this property when visiting wacoRead more reviewsLocation:
great location central to downtown wacosuper cute property the location is just perfectwe loved the location and the rooms were very nicerelaxed close by to everything and made it like homewe had a great stay the location was excellent-convenient to local shops and dining
4. A humble haven in Waco (from USD 199)
An open and airy 1200 sq. ft (111 sqm) house on the quiet tree-lined street off Chapel Road in Waco sleeps, five people. Its amenities include two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a variety of pillow options, well-stocked kitchen, fully fenced yard, outdoor seating, fireplace, 50 “ HDTV with Direct TV, board games, gaming system, and internet. Pets are allowed too. Nearby attractions are the Texas Rangers Hall of Fame, Dr. Pepper Museum, Cameron Park Zoo, and the Mayborn Children’s Museum. Activities those can be done are: driving to Magnolia Farms which are 10 minutes away, shopping, and dining in Downtown.
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The pictures do not do it justiceClean comfortable and cozyThe kitchen had all the things we needed to cook our mealsThe beds are comfortable and we all slept well each nightThe house is decorated so cute and the kitchen has absolutely everything you could needHost:
Lori is gracious very accommodating & great to work withShe had everything we needed Definitely saved both of her homes for the futureShe did all the research for our rental and upon finding the great reviews said this is where she wanted to stayNo detail in hospitality left out So many nice things the owner provides we lost countLori was wonderful to work with and responded quicklyRead more reviewsLocation:
Beautiful remodeled house about 10-15 minutes from Magnolia MarketOne lives in Belton and one in WestWe enjoyed relaxing in little sitting area outside in the backyard later in the day when its not so hotThis house is amazing Tucked away in Waco decorated in the farmhouse styleThe house itself is super cute
5. A cute home in the lap of mother nature (from USD 160)
A 1700 sq. ft (160 sqm) total pleaser, this house is suitable for 9 people to stay. Amenities include three bedrooms, two bathrooms, beds with hypoallergenic mattress pads and memory foam gel toppers. Each room has a flat-screen TV, a half bath, and custom-made furniture. Apart from a full-fledged kitchen with necessary appliances, the property also has laundry facilities. What’s more, pets are welcome too. Nearby attractions are the Woodway Park Lake Waco, Baylor, wineries, Cameron Park and Zoo, and Waco Mammoth National Monument. Activities to name a few are bird watching, bird feeding, dining, and shopping.
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the beds were comfortable and the bedding was so softThere are 2 bathrooms; however only 1 has a shower/tub and 3 bedrooms - all at one side of the houseThe living room had plenty of comfortable seating and a small dining table in the breakfast nook areathe kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked and every room had a TV (which was important to our teenage boys )Wish we could have spent more time here the house was cozy clean and had 3 bedsCleanliness:
The house was very cleanEverything was decorated beautifully Loved the back yardGreat place to stay very clean beautifully decoratedHost:
This home was even better in person with all the artsyDebbie was so easy to work with Updated home with a great back yardWould most definitely reserve this home again and highly refer to everyone visiting WacoWe even had special soaps/lotions candles wineas well backyard was beautiful quaint and private love the deck in the lightingRead more reviewsLocation:
Magnolia was about 15 minutes awayIt's right around the corner from restaurants bars and shopping centersThe location was near the lake and in a safe areaI enjoyed everything about this houseThe location was convenient to restraurants
6. A loft bathed in sunlight (from USD 273)
Located in between old historic Waco homes and parks along with Brazos River, this nine-unit luxury apartment accommodates a maximum of four people on the second floor which can be reached by stairs. Its amenities include a unique code for keyless check-in and check-out, one bedroom, one bathroom, in-unit washer and dryer, Smart TV with Netflix, courtyard with seasonally heated pool and chairs and tables. Nearby attractions include Magnolia Market, Cameron Park, and Baylor’s McLane Stadium. Activities include a walk to Waco Hippodrome in the next door for dinner while watching a play, concert, or show. Bike and hike trails in Cameron Park can also be done.
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the super cool old-timey bottled Dr Pepper in the fridgethe homemade pecan roll the Jim's mother Ruth left for us at check-in the toiletries in the bathroomThe beds linens pillowsWe stayed at the Tuna room and the decor was fantasticJim was very accommodating and left tons of suggestions for shopping and eating optionsCleanliness:
The lofts are neatly decorated and are very cleantowels etc were top notch and super cleanHost:
He is easy to communicate with & even had his mom drop off a welcome treat for usThe owner Jim and his mother made us feel so welcomeHe gave us a tour of a couple of the other lofts which were also amazingJim left a sweet bread his mom made for usHe made sure every detail was coveredRead more reviewsLocation:
The Green Door Lofts are a great place to stayThis little gem is located in the center of town and is within walking distance from a lot of the sights Free trolley picks you up on the same streetThey are centrally located on Austin Ave - the central shopping/restaurant street in Waco - and just a few blocks from the Silos JimThe pool is small but a great surpriseConvenient location and super cute
7. A rustic home where old meets new (from USD 257)
A remodelled, spacious, charming and comfortable 1510 sq.ft (140 sqm) home with new furnishings is suitable for a family of six. Its amenities include three bedrooms, two bathrooms, hard floors, coffee bar with a variety of coffee and tea to choose from, Smart TV with Netflix, Hulu or Amazon Prime for entertainment, backyard with fire pit, hanging cafe lights, and covered carports. Nearby attractions to name a few are the Magnolia Farms and Baylor, the Silos, Magnolia Table, and Spice Village. One can indulge in activities such as grocery shopping, and dining.
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the bed and living room furniture was very comfortableIt was beautiful and it felt like homeThe property was just as the pictures indicatedThis adorable & comfy cottage should not be overlookedShe had all the comforts of home from the comfortable beds and furniture to the well supplied kitchen complete with coffee and snacksCleanliness:
The house was beautiful and cleanIt was very clean and had many extrasThe home is stunning and immaculately decoratedThe house was clean comfortable and well equippedHost:
Communication with the owners was easy efficient and she was quick to respondThis home was very beautifulThis home was well appointed andthe owner thought of every detailThe home is well stocked with all of the essentials and is as beautiful as the photos Great communications with CindyRead more reviewsLocation:
A great backyard with fire pit and lighting was a plus And loved the Magnolia Farm decorCindy thought of everything to make us feel at home at Bella HouseThere were many nice personal touches and a wonderful place to come home to and relax after enjoying the sights of Waco
8. The loft with a green door (from USD 363)
A fun and funky apartment in the heart of Waco in Silo district, that is a mixture of urban and Magnolia-style living is suitable for six people on the second floor, which can be reached through stairs. Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen, 65“ Smart TV with Direct TV, and free parking are some of the amenities that guests can avail. Magnolia Market and Downtown Waco are a couple of nearby attractions. Activities include free trolley route for shopping and dining around, the Silos, and people-watching from a mezzanine deck that overlooks the avenue below.
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You will feel like you are home from the minute you walk in the doorThe Magnolia loft was absolutely beautiful and comfortable for two couples with king size beds and two bathroomsHost:
Every effort was made to make us comfortable and provide local informationthe owner is extremely friendly and informativeOne of the most fun enjoyable trips we have hadHe is truly concerned that you are enjoying your stay and responds very quickly if you have any questions We would love to stay here again and look forward to returning to Waco in the futurePerfect location and Jim was the perfect hostRead more reviewsLocation:
The location was perfect with easy access to restaurantsWe walked to the nearby Magnolia SilosThe attention to detail and cleanliness of the loft was amazingWe stayed in the Magnolia Loft which was beautifully decorated with every detail attended to Jim
9. An ancient home renovated with modern furnishing (from USD 331)
The 130-year-old house, renovated in 2017, is 1750 sq ft (162 sqm) in dimension which is ideal for a big family of 8 people. Its amenities include three bedrooms, three bathrooms, a fully furnished kitchen and a large dining area for everyone to gather, and luxurious beds in each bedroom. Downtown, rural small towns like McGregor, Crawford and Valley Mills, and Lake Waco are some places that you can visit during your stay. Some activities that you may indulge in are driving and shopping in old antique shops, or see pastures full of cattle, walk along Brazos River, watching Baylor athletics, and dining.
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was living room furniture wasn't real comfy and was hard to have peek hole in bedroom door offcold water in the fridge and the toiletries provided extra touches were throughout Our family of 6 were quite comfortable in this lovely propertyPlenty of room and amenities from delicious cookies to white fluffy towels added to the pleasures of this unique spotI wish the rest of the surrounding neighborhood was as niceCleanliness:
Clean perfectly decorated and awesome ownerHost:
Sparkling chandeliers modern appliancescombined with antiques and warm homey touchesThis is a beautiful home clean and cute Easy and great to work withhelped with getting around All of this made for a comfy cozyVacation home for 7 girlfriends who love Fixer UpperRead more reviewsLocation:
The Morrow House was amazingWe enjoyed the water bottles and coffee to start the day Situated near downtown WacoWords can not describe how beautifully done this home is If you are looking for the perfect girls getaway in Wacosee the sights we came to Waco to see Thank you Kimberlee for being so easy to reach and providing so many comforts for us
Enjoy a comfortable stay in Waco
These carefully selected HomeAway vacation rentals in Waco, Texas, offer a true flavor of the city. With their close proximity to the attractions, fresh air with tree-lined streets, some of the best eateries and shopping areas close by, a lot of parks, museums and historical structures, the true beauty of Waco can only be measured after visiting this beautiful city in Texas.
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