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THE COTTAGE@CHAPEL RIDGE #1 in Waco for 5-star reviews! #6 in all of TX’s 29K

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Enjoy an open, airy cottage feel...complete with shiplap and barnwood mantle.
Enjoy a 50" HDTV in living area. Roku with Netflix & Discovery + provided
Kitchen stocked w/ a variety of utensils, pots/pans, dishes, and lots of extras
Private kitchen
Spacious dining area for 8, perfect for dining or playing a game on hand!

Overview of THE COTTAGE@CHAPEL RIDGE #1 in Waco for 5-star reviews! #6 in all of TX’s 29K

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6126 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
Waco, TX
  • Popular LocationLake Waco6 min drive
  • Popular LocationExtraco Events Center10 min drive
  • Popular LocationMagnolia Market at the Silos14 min drive
  • AirportWaco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)21 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Living Room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

THE COTTAGE@CHAPEL RIDGE #1 in Waco for 5-star reviews! #6 in all of TX’s 29K

Welcome to The Cottage at Chapel Ridge! I am THRILLED to have TWO special getaways to share with you in wonderful Waco, Texas:

The Cottage at Chapel Ridge (this listing)
The Haven at Chapel Ridge (#729987)

They've finished their fixer-upper journeys from drab to fab. Please read their EXCELLENT reviews and know you are in for some wonderful stay when you book!

I have remodeled every inch of these gems. These houses have great bones and have been a true labor of love for me, right down to the shiplap walls and barnwood mantels! I have a passion for hospitality that really shines through in these comfy home-away-from-homes.

Read The Cottage’s 365+ FIVE STAR reviews and rest assured you are in for some true southern hospitality and an ultra-clean stay!

This retreat is blessed to be ranked #1 for FIVE-STAR REVIEWS on Waco's VRBO platform! The Cottage at Chapel Ridge is ranked #6 in the entire state of Texas (out of 29,500 properties). 😊 The Haven next door is ranked #2 in 5-star reviews on VRBO Waco and #7 statewide!!!

COTTAGE DESCRIPTION
This freshly-remodeled quaint cottage-style 2 bedroom, 2 bath home sits on a quiet tree-lined street right next door to its sister property, The Haven. The home sleeps 8 comfortably with one queen bed in private suite, two double beds in generously-sized 14'x17' suite and new sofa bed with upgraded queen-size comfy memory foam mattress.

Gather around a large kitchen table with room for 8, enjoying all the well-stocked, bright and airy kitchen has to offer. The Cottage is also stocked with waffle fixings and a hotel-style flip waffle maker as well as snacks sure to please. S’mores fixings and a generous snack basket will greet you upon arrival!

Enjoy the high-speed internet and 50" HDTV (equipped with Roku system, complimentary Netflix already logged on) and fireplace in the living area with convenient patio access. A cozy fire table outside and BBQ grill (both are propane) is also available for use in a charming, private outdoor space....perfect for s’mores under the cafe string lighting.

Both bedrooms also have HDTVs with Roku, comfortable bedding with plenty of pillow options...20 to be exact, ceiling fans, and sleep therapy clocks.

The Cottage at Chapel Ridge is ideally located, on the edge of the desirable Woodway/Hewitt area of Waco, within 15 minutes of downtown. For Fixer Upper fans, The Cottage at Chapel Ridge is situated exactly halfway between Magnolia Market at the Silos AND Chip and Joanna's first vacation rental, The Magnolia House. The Cottage has one of Chip’s props from the show...great for a fun photo op!

A public splash pad is available at Chapel Park, just around the corner from the home (1/3 mile away) and is perfect for the kids. Beach towels and sunscreen provided.

No pet fee WITH approval! (Dogs and/or small animals in crates permitted. For allergy reasons, no cats.) The backyard is fully fenced.

CANCELLATION POLICY-
100% refund with cancellation more than 14 days of stay
50% refund with cancellation more than 7 days of stay

PARKING-
Guests MUST utilize the private driveway directly behind the home (off-street parking is mandatory at vacation rentals per the City of Waco).

No parties/events permitted in this quiet neighborhood

Waco Short-Term Rental License #
STR000901-10-2020

Property manager

Lori Davidson
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Pets allowed with prior approval w/o pet fee.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The Cottage is a smoke-free home.
The City of Waco has a zero-tolerance policy for street parking at vacation rentals. Guests must use the private driveway directly behind the home.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Waco

This holiday home is located in Waco. Fort House Museum and Waco Mammoth National Monument are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Magnolia Market at the Silos and Central Texas Market Place. Travelling with kids? Consider Cameron Park Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Extraco Events Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Waco, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Waco - 6 min drive
  • Ascension Providence - 7 min drive
  • Extraco Events Center - 10 min drive
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 14 min drive
  • Baylor University - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • McGregor Station - 17 min drive
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • Whataburger - 3 min drive
  • George's Restaurant & Bar - Westrock - 3 min drive
  • Starbucks - 4 min drive
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE COTTAGE@CHAPEL RIDGE #1 in Waco for 5-star reviews! #6 in all of TX’s 29K pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at THE COTTAGE@CHAPEL RIDGE #1 in Waco for 5-star reviews! #6 in all of TX’s 29K?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at THE COTTAGE@CHAPEL RIDGE #1 in Waco for 5-star reviews! #6 in all of TX’s 29K?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is THE COTTAGE@CHAPEL RIDGE #1 in Waco for 5-star reviews! #6 in all of TX’s 29K located?

Located in Waco, this family-friendly holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Lake Waco, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Carleen Bright Arboretum and Ascension Medical Group Providence Pain Management Clinic. Ascension Providence and Congestive Heart Failure Clinic are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place, great neighborhood, beautiful property
Our family traveled to Waco to watch the solar eclipse and the home, property and neighborhood were all awesome. It is even nicer in person than it is in the photos. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Pleasing
Our stay was very nice. Loved the little courtyard. And the cobbler was delicious! No complaints at all
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get getaway
This is a great house for our girls trip. It is a good location. Very nice house and easy to communicate with the manager.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

O'Brien

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and clean
Everything we could ask for in a rental!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

MaryBeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything is Perfect!
Beautiful property, with all the comforts provided. Special thanks for the yummy cobbler! Wonderful prearrival information and a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lori Davidson

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I am a former Chicagoan, transplanted in the heart of Texas in 2008 and LOVING it! This town is home to me and I am confident you will find much to enjoy in Waco as well. We live very close to The Cottage at Chapel Ridge and are fond of this area. The "cottage" is perfect for a quick trip or for families needing an inviting place to stay while getting acclimated to the Waco area. This guest home is in the EXCELLENT Midway ISD (Independent School District). The children attend South Bosque Elementary School and River Valley Intermediate.

I taught Spanish (K-12) and English (Higher Ed) for many years and now am enjoying this newer chapter of life. I absolutely love hosting guests at my vacation rentals. I also have been fortunate to grow my business, LULUBELLE'S. You can find LULUBELLE'S shopping spots across town, specializing in vintage clothing, upcycled vintage goods and affordable antiques. You can also visit a LULUBELLE'S pop-up market occasionally down by the Silos, Austin Avenue, or in McGregor!

Why they chose this property

This comfy home is ideally situated in a quiet neighborhood. In one direction, you can arrive at Baylor, downtown WACO, and HGTV's Chip and Joanna Gaines' Magnolia Market at the Silos within 15 minutes. In the other direction, you can venture to McGregor and visit Joanna Gaines' favorite spots, including the Cedar Chest Antique Mall and their vacation rentals, including their very first one, Magnolia House.

What makes this property unique

For Fixer Upper fans, I can give you the scoop on ALL things Fixer Upper so that you can make your visit to WACO a truly memorable one. Be sure to check out later episodes of Fixer Upper to see Chip and Joanna at the Cedar Chest. Be sure to check our my LULUBELLE'S shopping spots there, highlighted several times on the show!

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

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