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Songbird Haven - 2BR/ 1BA cottage 10 miles from Silos, Peaceful & CLEAN

Songbird Haven - 2BR/ 1BA cottage 10 miles from Silos, Peaceful & CLEAN

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A cozy modern living room with comfy seating for up to five people.
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Comfy, queen-size pull out sofa bed will accommodate two more adults.
Living area

Overview of Songbird Haven - 2BR/ 1BA cottage 10 miles from Silos, Peaceful & CLEAN

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 40 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Waco, TX
  • Popular LocationHomestead Heritage8 min drive
  • Popular LocationBaylor University19 min drive
  • Popular LocationMagnolia Market at the Silos22 min drive
  • AirportWaco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)26 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2nd Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Single Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Songbird Haven - 2BR/ 1BA cottage 10 miles from Silos, Peaceful & CLEAN

Songbird Haven, our cozy 2 BR/1 BA country cottage, is 10 miles from the Silos, Magnolia and Baylor and just 3 miles from Homestead Craft Village and the Ploughshare Institute. If you’re traveling alone, with a spouse or friend, or in a group up to four, our super clean cottage provides a comfy and peaceful space to unwind after a busy day. The front porch is a great place to rock your cares away! (Max occupancy = 4 registered guests.) Absolutely no parties or large gatherings. You will always have lots of privacy and may never see us, but we do live on the property. It’s important for us to know who is on our property at all times.

THE SPACE:
Our super CLEAN 2 BR/ 1 BA cottage, fitted with modern conveniences and comfy furnishings throughout, offers travelers a truly relaxing and refreshing country stay on the outskirts of Waco. There’s lots of room for up to four guests to spread out with 860 sq ft of living space, which includes a full living and dining area, a large kitchen, two bedrooms and bathroom. The large front porch offers a beautiful space to enjoy good coffee and good conversation amidst the melodies of wild songbirds.

The cottage has free high-speed Internet. Note: We do not provide TV.

NO PETS & NO CHILDREN UNDER 8:
The cottage is NOT suitable for pets nor for young children under 8 years old nor for infants.

MASTER BEDROOM - Queen Bed
Queen bed with comfy Sealy mattress, extra pillows and blankets

BEDROOM #2 - Single Bed
Single bed with comfy Sealy mattress, extra pillows and blankets

LIVING ROOM - Pull Out Queen Bed
Cozy recliner, loveseat and sofa with a surprisingly comfy pull-out queen bed (see our reviews — our guests agree that it’s a VERY comfortable pull-out sofa sleeper!).

FULL SIZE KITCHEN:
Fully stocked with plates, drinking glasses, silverware, cooking utensils, pots and pans, a large microwave, four-burner stove, oven and fridge - everything you need to comfortably dine in!

COFFEE & TEA BAR:
A generous complimentary coffee and tea bar with all sorts of “fixin's” to rev your engine and brighten you day!

DINING AREA:
Round dining table with seating for four not only serves as a fun space for card games, Scrabble, Forty-Two, puzzles and board games, but also as a great laptop workspace. You will find a comfy office chair stored in the master bedroom closet should you need it.

FRONT PORCH:
We think the front porch has “the best seats in the house,” if you want to relax outside, catch a sunrise or sunset and listen to the songbirds.

LAUNDRY AMENITIES:
Large capacity washer and dryer with complimentary detergent, electric iron, ironing board

BATH AMENITIES:
Pulse massage shower head, wall cabinet with built in magnifying mirror, makeup remover towelettes, plush bath towels, an assortment of luxury soap, shampoo and hair conditioner.

PERSONAL AMENITIES:
Electric fan - 6 inch/ Hair dryer/ A white noise sleep machine.

EXTRA PARKING:
We can accommodate four vehicles and small trailers such as boat trailers, horse trailers or a couple of small RVs (25' maximum length). We do not have RV hookups and do not allow RV camping on our property. You are welcome to park your RV and stay in the cottage. Please contact us before booking to confirm details if you plan on bringing a trailer.

Property manager

Garry Stewart
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only
No children under 8 years old. No infants, please.

Events

No events allowed
Only REGISTERED guests allowed on the property.

Pets

No pets allowed
Certified service dogs allowed. Must show proof

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the house or on the porches.
No long term bookings, please. We do not allow bookings longer than two weeks.
No children under 8 years old including no infants.
No pets allowed in the cottage or on our property under any circumstances.

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
Note from host: Only REGISTERED guests allowed on the property.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waco

Located in Waco, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Waco Mammoth National Monument and Cameron Park Zoo reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hawaiian Falls and Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Heart O' Texas Speedway or Ferrell Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Waco, TX

What's nearby

  • Homestead Heritage - 8 min drive
  • Cameron Park Zoo - 18 min drive
  • Baylor University - 19 min drive
  • Waco Mammoth National Monument - 21 min drive
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dave's Burger Barn - 16 min drive
  • Mr Oso Restaurant - 16 min drive
  • Dee S Deelicious Don - 13 min drive
  • Bush's Chicken - 15 min drive
  • Cafe Homestead - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Songbird Haven - 2BR/ 1BA cottage 10 miles from Silos, Peaceful & CLEAN pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Songbird Haven - 2BR/ 1BA cottage 10 miles from Silos, Peaceful & CLEAN?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Songbird Haven - 2BR/ 1BA cottage 10 miles from Silos, Peaceful & CLEAN?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Songbird Haven - 2BR/ 1BA cottage 10 miles from Silos, Peaceful & CLEAN located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Homestead Heritage and within 12 miles (20 km) of Baylor University and Heart O' Texas Speedway. Playdium Pool and Cameron Park Zoo are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Songbird Haven was so relaxing and convenient
Arrived a little early but was no problem, just waited a bit outside. Garry And Shoshanna are very nice and warm host. They saw to any needs or questions we had. Easy to communicate with. We loved Homestead Cafe, only across the road within 2 miles from us. Great Food. The home is cozy and very comfy. We just stayed there 2 days and relaxed and sat on the porch. Clean and pretty.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Francis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SONGBIRD HAVEN - Tranquility
AWESOME hosts and fantastic family. Super clean, tranquility beyond words. Perfect getaway. Charming property, absolute treasure. Can't thank you enough for a wonderful stay. Can't wait to get back for another stay. Highly recommended to all ! 10 / 10.. 5 ☆ Thankyou for making our "Eclipse 2024" a very memorable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot for our family!
We really enjoyed our stay. It had the nicest coffee bar of anywhere I have stayed with Vrbo. It was a cold weekend, but otherwise I would have enjoyed the front porch! The owners gave us good ideas of local places to visit. I would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laleesa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable and Cozy !
This was our second time to stay in this adorable and cozy house! Perfect for my husband and I. We will definitely stay again! I love sitting on the porch and drinking my coffee in the mornings. Very clean! Thank you !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick Trip
Garry was quick to respond to my requests, and exceptionally helpful at the property, making sure that our stay was perfect. We had a great time, and would definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Garry Stewart

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Pursuing a simpler, more traditional life in the country was not always close to our hearts. My wife, Shoshana, grew up just 30 minutes from Manhattan. I grew up in major metropolitan cities such as Beirut, Singapore and Hong Kong. My parents were expats working overseas for an American corporation during the 1950s, 60s and 70s. I came to live in the U.S.A. for the first time in 1977 and settled in the New York City area. I was 18 years old.

Even before we married, both Shoshana and I made life changing decisions that led us away from the hyper-urbanism of the New York City metropolitan area and introduced us to a more traditional family life in a rural setting. After we married in 1978 and were expecting our first child, Shoshana left her career as "a Gibbs girl" in New York City to become a stay-at-home, homeschooling mom. (Such a radical "career move" was virtually unheard of in the 70s!) Still, the idea of having a large family fit perfectly with our desires to rediscover a more traditional family life. It also fit with our desires to experience a close-knit, intentional community life with neighbors and friends.

So, over the next 20 years, we ended up having eight children - five boys and three girls! We have been happily married for over 40 years and now have ten grandchildren.

“Songbird Haven," our two bedroom country cottage, is part of our story. It was originally built in 1990 to serve as our family workshop where I worked with my boys in the evenings making cutting boards and hand carved wooden spoons, which we sold at the Homestead Craft Village just three miles down the road. Eventually, one of our sons transformed the old wood shop into a comfortable starter home for himself and his bride.

After six years and three children of his own, my son moved to his own home just four miles away. And now, the old wood shop-turned-starter-home has been remodeled for Airbnb guests!

Why they chose this property

We lived in Waco nine years before purchasing our place in the country. We moved in 1999 to be closer to friends and the folks at Homestead Heritage Craft Village. As our homeschooled children grew older, they began taking classes at the craft village and even started working there full time after leaving school. Finding our 7-acre piece of land just three miles from the craft village was a God-send for us.

What makes this property unique

We are conveniently located less than three miles from Interstate 35 and 10 miles from the Silos, Magnolia Market and most of Waco's major attractions. Our favorite spot is just three miles from us at Cafe Homestead and Homestead Craft Village with its cluster of artisan craft shops. We encourage all our guests to make time for breakfast or lunch at Cafe Homestead, one of the finest farm-to-table restaurants in Texas, as well as a walking tour of the craft village to see the artisans working in the Potter's House, the School of Woodworking, the blacksmith shop, gristmill, Fiber Craft Shop, Basket Shop and cheese shop.
Songbird Haven is located in a quiet country setting surrounded by farms and small homesteads. The cottage is located on a circle driveway at the entrance to our property. Friends and neighbors travel the paved country road next to the farmhouse. We live on the same property behind the farmhouse with our grown son. We also have a tiny house on our property, which our son hosts through Airbnb. While Songbird Haven offers lots of peaceful privacy, you may see a guest drive by or one of us mowing, pruning trees, feeding the chickens and ducks and such.
We are surrounded by paved country roads that makes our farmhouse easily accessible by car. Aside from the Silos and Magnolia Market, the Dr. Pepper Museum, Baylor football stadium and the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame are 12-15 minutes away. Waco's Cameron Park Zoo is one of the most beautiful in Texas. Cameron Park itself, located along the Brazos River, is a favorite destination for mountain bike enthusiasts, as well as hikers. The Waco Mammoth National Historic Site is just six miles away, too.
Swimming, fishing, camping and water sports abound in and around Waco. We are 10 miles from the BSR Cable Park and Surf Resort, 11 miles from Lake Waco and 17 miles from beautiful Lake Whitney, a 24,000 acre reservoir.

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English

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