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{Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool

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A backyard with a swimming pool, a covered patio area, and a fenced yard.
A two-story building with a porch, a yellow door, and a sign that reads "COTTAGE".
A covered porch with wicker furniture, including a sofa and chairs, and a wooden coffee table with a floral arrangement.
A covered porch with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and a view of the house in the background.
A spacious living room with a white sofa, blue ottomans, and a wooden coffee table.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to McKinney Repertory Theatre
Sleeps 8•4 bedrooms•5 beds

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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McKinney, TX
  • Place, Collin College
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Collin County History Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Chestnut Square Historic Village
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dallas, TX (DAL-Love Field)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Murphy Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

{Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool

Located in Historic Downtown McKinney, Texas, this darling 106 year old cottage has been remodeled with modern kitchen and bathrooms. 15 minute walk or 3 minute drive to all of the charm, dining and shopping of Downtown McKinney. This cottage home is truly a gem and is a cozy retreat from the hustle and bustle of life!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3028672vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

McKinney

McKinney is home to this holiday home. Chestnut Square Historic Village and Ewing Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Heard Craig Center for the Arts and Walls of Clay. Caboose and Splitsville are also worth visiting.
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McKinney, TX

What's nearby

  • Heard Craig Center for the Arts - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • McKinney Repertory Theatre - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Collin College - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Collin County History Museum - 5 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Chestnut Square Historic Village - 5 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • McKinney National Airport (DTX) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hutchins BBQ & Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Union Bear Brewing Co. - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Asian Buffet - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Yard - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool?

As of 2 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool on 4 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,230, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool located?

Situated in McKinney, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Heard Craig Center for the Arts, Walls of Clay and Erwin Park Hike & Bike Trail. McKinney Repertory Theatre and Collin County History Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deena H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the cottage, very close to McKinney Square. Loved our 2nd girls trip here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARK L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
Mark, thank you for your great review! So glad you enjoyed the cottage in our quaint downtown McKinney! We'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our overall stay was excellent. The house was very clean, the check in process and host communication was outstanding. The house was in a great neighborhood and it felt like home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
Brian, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had an excellent stay and that you felt at home in the cottage. We're glad the check in process, communication, and cleanliness met your expectations. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a homey feel! And the pool was perfect for a summer stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
Karen, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay in our cozy Waddill Cottage and that you could take advantage of the pool with our hot Texas summer days! We'd love to have you back anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Katherine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was lovely! It’s so refreshing to see a home so beautifully restored and honored the way this house was. The pool was fantastic and we used it every day of our stay. Some of the outdoor furniture was in a little bit of rough shape, but the interior of the house was just about immaculate.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad you enjoyed the home, the pool, and the care that went into restoring the house. We love to hear that you found everything inside clean, comfortable, and well maintained. We also appreciate your feedback about the outdoor furniture. Texas weather definitely has it's way with everything outside! We will keep this in mind as we continue making improvements. Thank you for staying with us. We'd love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage oozes with charm! Lots of room. Pool is small but was very refreshing. Great hosts. We got ourselves locked out and they came right over to let us back in
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review, Lisa! We're so glad you enjoyed the charm of the cottage and had plenty of room to relax and could enjoy our little backyard wading pool! Of course, we're always glad to help when the unexpected happens! It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space for relaxation and the house and yard are a beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was wonderful and accomadated all our needs. Beds were very comfortable. If we visit again we would look to book the house. Wonderful neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful and even better than expected. The house was decorated beautifully. The house is located within minutes to downtown McKinney. The neighborhood was quiet and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location and charming house!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was the most precious place to stay in. It was very accessible to all places we needed to be. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and if we needed to be back in town, we would definitely stay here. Owners were incredible to deal with. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
Gina, thank you for your thoughtful review! It was our pleasure hosting you, and we're so glad the cottage was a great fit for your trip. We're happy you enjoyed the convenient location and had a wonderful stay. Thank you for your kind words! Of course, we'd be delighted to host you again whenever you're back in McKinney!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home in a great location. Very attentive owners. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Thank you Peter! We are so glad you loved your stay at Waddill Cottage! Please come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house! We had a wonderful stay. Thank you for letting us use your charming house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Kerry, we are so glad you had such a wonderful stay! Thank you for taking such great care of our cottage. We’d love to have you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with such character inside and out!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Thank you Ashlee for trusting us with your stay in McKinney! Please do come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place has it all! It was absolutely stunning, in a prime location, and gave a warm and cozy cottage-feel. Very clean and the host was responsive and accommodating. I didn’t want to leave! We will definitely stay here again if we come back to McKinney!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
Heidi, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you loved the cottage, its location, and the cozy atmosphere. Love to hear that you didn't want to leave! We truly appreciate your kind words and would love to welcome you back the next time you're in McKinney!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joann C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with well equipped kitchen. Location was great and hosts were fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Such a great location and historic property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pauline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We totally enjoyed this home. It was great for our family girls trip. Very quaint historical home with the cutest decor. Would definitely stay again when we are in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hillary J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely time! The outdoor area was perfect for relaxing with friends, and with a few bedrooms we were all able to have our own space.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was delightful and available. All four of us, women in our 50’s to 70’s, immensely enjoyed this fabulous home! It was beautifully appointed and the outdoor area was so large with comfortable seating! The grounds were well maintained! Definitely we will go back to this home! Deborah
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ron G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house, very clean, well provisioned, good communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

rick g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Supportive host. Cool and eclectic home with great amenities. We built the best fire ever in the outdoor fireplace. Our grandkids loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Rick, delighted to hear you had such a wonderful experience at Waddill Cottage. Thank you for trusting us with your trip to McKinney. Please come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was incredible and the place was amazing. Backyard is perfect to hang out and relax. We loved this old beautiful home.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danette F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We truly enjoyed our stay. The cottage was clean, very inviting, and very charming!

We would love to visit again, my favorite VRBO!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2023
Danette, it was our joy to host you! Would love to have you visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nancy j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable comfortable so much fantastic outdoor space Well outfitted Easy communication Loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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