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Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic!

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
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Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Waco, TX
  • Dr. Pepper Museum
    3 min drive
  • Harvest on 25th
    4 min walk
  • Waco Transit Center
    3 min drive
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    13 min drive

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Full porch w/chairs and tables. Enjoy the beginning and remains of the day!

Walk to the River or Downtown. One block from Cameron Park. 1 Mile to Silos!

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, (147)
The price is AU$371
for 1 home
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Walk to the River or Downtown. One block from Cameron Park. 1 Mile to Silos!

About the area

Waco

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Waco, a 4-minute drive from Magnolia Market at the Silos and 5 minutes from Baylor University. .This vacation home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Dr. Pepper Museum and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Waco Convention Center.
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What's nearby

  • Dr. Pepper Museum - 3 min drive
  • Waco Convention Center - 4 min drive
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 4 min drive
  • Extraco Events Center - 5 min drive
  • Baylor University - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • McGregor Station - 22 min drive
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rosa's Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪King's Landing Games - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen - ‬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.

Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic!

The English Writer ‘s Cottage is a Wonderfully Charming and Unique home! The “English Writer’s Cottage,” earned its name for its English Cotswolds meets Santa Barbara bungalow aesthetic, & sits perfectly situated in the historical and picturesque Austin Ave/ Castle Heights neighborhood, just 3-5 min from Baylor & Downtown Waco. Don’t miss this special house!
When you walk in, you are greeted with 12 foot coffered ceilings and cozy rooms for all your guests. Wonderful touches abound where modern meets old world. Jill Mashburn Barrett, creator of the world famous Common Grounds coffee shop by Baylor University, and The Falcon +Owl vintage home goods & interior design studio, has added her special touch of keeping true to the homes vintage, bungalow roots, while weaving in modern design features to make your stay truly enjoyable.
The home has the following beds:
Master Bedroom: King
2nd Bedroom : Queen
3rd Bedroom: Queen
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a water park or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Josh and Jill Barrett

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Property Registration Number STR0000415-05-2021

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 181 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 181 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 181 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 181 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 181 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherri H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend in Waco
We are four besties from Dallas spending the Waco who had the best time in this wonderful cottage. We oooh’d and awe’d the entire weekend as we found new things about this home that made our stay extra special. It was perfect for our weekend getaway but we could have easily stay a few days longer. You won’t be disappointed if you decide to spend time at this gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Silos Trip
Our cottage was wonderful. Great place to unwind and relax. Location is perfect. Only minutes away from everything! Loved our stay and Waco! Will certainly come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

B A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Custom Cottage
This property is wonderfully situated, providing easy driving access to both Magnolia and Baylor, while nestling you in a quaint Waco neighborhood. It was nice to go and do the touristy things during the day, and then return to a cozy cottage at night. The owners are friendly and easy to communicate with. You will be inspired by the decor and unique design choices. This house is the perfect respite after a full day of enjoying all Waco has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waco trip
Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always a wonderful time
While the furnishings and decor are absolutely amazing, the best part about this house is how easy it is to relax and enjoy time with family. The comfortable, cozy gathering areas lend themselves to late night talks and catching up. The large, well appointed kitchen and island barstools make it easy to stay in and cook and avoid the crowds on popular weekends. Was perfect for homecoming and bringing three generations together for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away from Home
My family and I truly enjoyed our most recent stay at The English Writer's Cottage. This is our 3rd visit and keep coming back because we always enjoy the warmth and beauty of the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Korie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The house was in a great location, the host was quick to reply when questions came up, and we enjoyed the space itself. The AC stopped working on a Saturday night, and the host was able to get someone out to fix it immediately. Such amazing service on all ends! Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
Beautiful, comfortable home and a great location for visiting the Silos.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay.
Perfect spot to stay in Waco. 5 star well stocked kitchen. Fun furnishings. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitzy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love Writers Cottage!
Second time my group of friends has stayed here! It’s a perfect location to find your way around Waco. We love the fun quirky decor and space ! We actually planned our last trip around staying there and look forward to coming again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

george, "Jack" c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A., Garland

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Girls Weekend
The house was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as good the second time!
My second time staying at the Writers Cottage and it was equally as fabulous as the first stay. Came with friends this time and we loved the relaxing atmosphere. All aspects of our stay were wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Baylor game - parent weekend
The house is adorable! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tali S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We enjoyed our stay here! From location to beds to comforts of all available amenities- everyone was very pleased. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Celebration!
Loved this beautifully decorated bungalow!! Great location in a safe neighborhood. We enjoyed our weekend here celebrating a family birthday! Would definitely book here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ben N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Go and Bungalow
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steffani J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely staycation!
We loved staying here! Was perfect for a quick getaway! Home is interestingly comfortable and full of beautiful art pieces that made for a lovely 4th of July! Enjoyed the tasteful living room furniture and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
A wonderful stay. The house is beautiful and host was very responsive!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully decorated home in Waco
Myself, my husband, parents and sister stayed at the writer’s cottage in Waco while in town visiting for a family wedding. We loved our stay here! It was definitely one of the most beautifully decorated vacation rentals we have stayed at. Great amenities provided in kitchen and bathroom. Beds were very comfortable. I loved all of the different seating areas in the house, perfect for family game nights. The neighborhood was safe, quiet and centrally located to all of the activities we had planned (breakfast at Magnolia Table, shopping at the Silo’s and visiting the Dr. Pepper museum) we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous house and host! A++
This was a girls trip and we thoroughly enjoyed it! Host was fabulous and house was fabulous. BEST VRBO I've ever stayed at! We will be back!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sisters Gathering
The place is beautiful and loved the vintage design aspect. Kitchen was my favorite part of this home.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waco charmer
Nicely decorated Home on quiet street. Just as pictured and described. Property owner very responsive.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cj R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Home!
This home is absolutely gorgeous and you'll want to spend some time taking in all the special design details. My garden club of 6 thoroughly enjoyed our time here and wished we could have stayed longer to cook a meal in the kitchen that had every single thing you could want including spices. Even a fancy espresso maker, frother, etc. Pristinely clean! My only complaint is that the master bed was not at all comfortable with some kind of weird pillow well that my arm kept sinking into. Also, I did not see anything in the listing that says the master does not have a private bath. It is shared with one of the queen bed rooms. Not ideal but we made it work. The neighborhood is older and beautiful with those gorgeous large trees. The backyard had a large lawn area, adirondack chairs, a picnic table and a firepit We would stay here again but maybe give the king bed to our kids.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

T E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Getaway
My sister and I surprised my mom with a trip to Waco for her birthday. We shopped at the Magnolia shops and stayed here one night. This house blew my mother away. We knew she would love the décor. She was sad we could only stay one night. It is so beautifully decorated and the kitchen is huge. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024