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Smart TV
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Waco, TX
  • Place, Dr. Pepper Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Magnolia Market at the Silos
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Baylor University
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About this property

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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
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of this holiday home's great location. During your stay, you'll be close to Magnolia Market at the Silos. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. The holiday home offers a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Magnolia Market at the Silos and 5 minutes from Baylor University
Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic! offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No parties allowed per city ordinance
Maximum of 3 cars parked on property per city ordinance for this home

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number STR0000415-05-2021
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 231 out of 248 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 248 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 248 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 248 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 248 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this house! So spacious, clean, and cute!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Joshua’s home was truly one of my favorite stays ever. I have had the opportunity to stay in many beautiful homes, and this one stood out in such a special way. Every detail felt thoughtful, intentional, and welcoming. I especially loved the eclectic touches and unique design elements that somehow came together perfectly to create a space that felt both luxurious and deeply comfortable.My favorite touch was the lighting. The lamps were absolutely wonderful and thoughtfully placed throughout the home, creating such a warm and inviting ambiance. The lighting perfectly complemented the interior design, which included delightful details like beautiful Wedgwood china displayed in the curio cabinet and exquisite doorknobs that honestly made me want the same ones for my own home.This lovely home made being away from my usual routine feel easy and peaceful. It was the perfect environment to relax, focus, and recharge.The interior of the home was impeccably clean and very well cared for. Communication was excellent, instructions were clear, and Joshua was a gracious and attentive host throughout the stay.I would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a memorable and beautifully curated place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

8/10 Good

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay. The back yard was overgrown and the house needs some maintenance in regard to previous water damage in the kitchen. It seemed a safe neighborhood and a great location. We would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vickie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were pleasantly surprised when we arrived as the place shows beautifully and has a lot of charm and character. It is also central to everything. I would highly recommend this place and would rebook if I am ever back in Waco.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is very warm,comfy,and inviting. Has a really cute cozy charm to it. 5 other and i stayed here on a girls trip weekend. It was in good driving distance to places we wanted to visit. Pleanty of room in the house for all. The kitchen was very well equipped with everything we need to prep and serve our meals. All bathroom towels, wash clothes, soap, shampoo and conditioner, as well as bed linens where provided. All in all a very nice place to stay. They only and i do mean only thing that was disappointing was the back yard area. The grass was tall. So we couldn't sit out by the fire pit and enjoy the use of it or the yard. Other than that it was a wonderful place to stay in a quite neighborhood that felt very safe. The Host were very informative and helpful. 05/05/26
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

diane s.

Liked: Cleanliness
The House was perfect!! It was so cozy and beautiful! I wish we could have stayed longer!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joyce E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend it is a lovely home
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place and a great location! And the host was very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful old house tastefully translated into a fully equipped modern home. Window nooks for reading with your morning coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The bungalow was so well decorated! It was clean, comfortable and perfect for our needs. The area was quiet at night and seemed very safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patty B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cute! We were out and in mostly so did not use much of the space. Joshua was helpful providing a good list of where to go and where to eat. We had a good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We only needed the house for one night. It was a very comfortable place to stay and had plenty of room for 5 adults
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh E.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect place to stay in Waco! I’m actually from Waco and had some friends stay here and I cannot tell you enough about how perfect the location is for this cottage. A very beautiful, quiet walkable neighborhood in historic Castle heights, two blocks from one of Waco’s yummiest restaurants (Harvest on 25th along with many others) and cute shops and just 5 minutes from downtown and all things Magnolia and Baylor! The hosts are absolutely incredible and the home that they have designed for your rest is truly that… a home that is quaint, cozy and restful ensuring your stay is nothing short of exceptional! Kitchen is fully stocked beds are super comfy and parking is plentiful! Would be the perfect place to have a small family gathering or a girls weekend away as it has plenty of places to gather and catch up and it photographs beautifully too! Can’t say enough good things about Josh and Jill and the impeccable attention to detail and care they take of this home! You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jenni G.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shameka F.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was greatcabdcwe loved the art work and character of the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Amanda O.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a beautiful place! The house was clean, nice ambiance, the bedrooms are nice and comfortable, and made for a great girls weekended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

JoJo T., Flower Mound

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our visit. Loved the location and very comfortable beds. Super charming decor!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice home with all amenities. Beautiful antique pieces make this home charming. Conveniently located. Recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maegan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We adore this house! The location, decor, beds, everything is a 10! We will keep coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous home!!! Absolutely perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle R. V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Josh was great and easy to work w. House was beautiful!
Every now and then, it’s white:)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house is an ideal choice for a girls' weekend or for 2-3 couples to share, especially if in either case you plan to spend lots of time in the kitchen. The home's decor is cozy but more beautiful and interesting than what you'll find in the best hotel. The beds are super comfy. The rooms are larger and more spacious than I realized from the online photos. Oh and from here, you can walk to several cute shops and restaurants plus Pinewood Coffee.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifert S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The neighborhood was great and we felt very safe. The house was very cozy, beautiful and had great decor. We really enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisha B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025