Vacation rentals in Lake Waco

Big Rocks on the Brazos Cabin with River Access!

Enjoy our rustic cabin on the beautiful Brazos River. Our cabin is one large room with a queen bed and a queen sleeper sofa. Grain silos have been converted to awesome restroom and shower facilities. Outside area includes a covered deck as well as an open deck. Charcoal grill available for outdoor cooking. Large fire pit for relaxing by the fire! Full access to the river for fishing and swimming. 18 miles to Baylor Stadium and Magnolia Market at the Silo! Come enjoy the Big Rocks on the Brazos!

Shotgun House from Fixer Upper | Steps to Silos/BU

Stay in this unique space, designed & built by Chip & Joanna Gaines. Popularized by appearing on Fixer Upper Season 3, The Shotgun House stands a block from the Silos & a few steps away from Baylor/Downtown Waco. Preserved from the show, the home is designed with Magnolia of the episode as well as touches of Magnolia of today. Guests consistently describe the property as perfect for Waco getaways & a one-of-a-kind must-stay experience. Send us a message to learn more & for our Guide to Waco⭐️

Poppy & Rye Cottage: next block from Magnolia!

NEW FOR 2025! Our cozy patio now features a 2-person hot-tub and cozy patio seating. 🎉💦 LOCATION! LOCATION! One block away and a 2-minute walk to Magnolia, this adorable 1955 cottage has been fully reimagined with all new everything! There’s fresh boho decor and one-of-a-kind design details. This little cottage is packed with so many extras, you won’t believe it’s only 720 sq. feet! 2-bed/2 full baths, brand new kitchen, outdoor firepit, grill and not one, but TWO, outdoor living spaces!

Seen on Fixer Upper: Bachelor Pad w/Two Islands

Get the full Waco experience by staying in "The Bachelor Pad" renovated on Season 3! Our home is ideal for having a relaxing, fun time with your friends and family. It has two kitchen islands, a spacious living area, and a large tv room. You can also enjoy the large back yard. We would love to have you stay! If you need a smaller place to stay, check out our Sweet Retreat that is less than 5 minutes from the Silos. It's a little white house listed as "5 min. from the Silos Newly Renovated."

The Wishing House-3 minute walk to Magnolia Silos

In the heart of the Silo District, this new luxury home is close to everything Downtown Waco has to offer. The Wishing House was created as a sanctuary of relaxation & making memories together. It’s a modern house with high end features that includes 2 master bedroom suites, fantastic outdoor living spaces with an outdoor movie wall, firepit, grill, and a balcony overlooking downtown Waco. This home offers a beautiful chef kitchen and a mural designed by an artist who was featured on TV.

Magnolia's Hillcrest Cottage.

Enjoy a quiet getaway in this charming cottage renovated, designed, and owned by Chip and Joanna Gaines. Originally the carriage house for Hillcrest Estate, this home includes one bedroom, one bath, an office nook and a private back patio. This makes it the perfect getaway for a party of two, or if you’re stopping through town and need a restful place to retreat. If traveling with little ones, the Hillcrest Cottage can comfortably accommodate one to two children for an additional fee.

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.

Little Dutch Cabin #102 | Pickleball | Hot Tub

With the attractive Dutch architectural lines and Santa Fe-style stucco exterior, wood trimmed interior, 10’ ceilings and custom made furniture, you’ll hardly believe you’re in a tiny house. One master bedroom with a king-size bed, a queen size sleeper sofa and a comfortable floor mattress allows up to six guests to sleep here. Full-size bathtub and luxurious walk-in shower, along with a kitchenette, dining room and more make this your perfect “home away from home.”

Cozy Cottage

This spacious suite includes leather couch and chairs. The accents that will feel like your “home away from home!" Relax in the rockers on the cute front porch for some true “recreation.” The adjacent kitchen dining area is well equipped for cooking with a small size refrigerator, stove, microwave and coffee/tea station. The cottage has a simple but elegant country home feel. There is a large swing nestled in the large pecan trees that is fun for thrill seekers.

Amazing Home on Brazos Bluffs Ranch

Ride horses and hike on densely wooded trails on our ranch --the most scenic location in the county. It's called "Brazos Bluffs Ranch" because it rises from grassy meadows on the river through dense woods to bluffs towering 120' overlooking miles of the river valley. The vacation house is a comfortable and beautiful stone and log home. 15 minutes from Magnolia Silos and Baylor. See more info on the Host's website at Brazos Bluffs Ranch.

Cowbell Cabin With Hot Tub 15min to Downtown

Escape to the serene Cowbell Cabin, a gem tucked away in a tranquil corner of Waco, just 15mins from the bustling city-center. Impeccable handcrafted beauty, fully decked with modern amenities including a hot tub and BBQ grill, making it your perfect home-away-from-home. Explore nearby attractions such as Magnolia Market and Waco Mammoth National Monument or simply sit back, soak in our hot tub, and unwind under the wide Texan sky.

Quaint Home Near Lake

The house is in a quiet cul de sac neighborhood. The property has a fenced backyard. Small, house-trained dogs are welcome upon request. (Extra cleaning fees apply) This quaint and lovely two bedroom house is a 5 min walk from the lake and the Lake Waco Dam and walking path or a 5 mile drive to Baylor McLane Stadium and the Magnolia Silos. The Waco regional airport and Hawaiian Falls water park is approx. 3.7 miles away.