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Echt Ranch - 12 min. from Magnolia Market Silos & Baylor

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Lounge in comfort after a day at Magnolia Market & the Silos!
Recharge with a meal after a day at Heritage Craft Village! (Just 4 miles away)
Room
Kids will love the bunk beds in the 2nd bedroom!
Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Echt Ranch - 12 min. from Magnolia Market Silos & Baylor

Our place is 12 min. from Magnolia Market & Baylor's McLane Stadium & 1.5 miles from I-35. You'll love our place because of its quiet location in the country on a working homestead.

This rental is part of a duplex named "Echt House" and this side (right side) of the duplex is named "The Ranch". The other side is named "The Farmhouse" and both are available for larger groups. We ask that all guests be considerate of any guests that may be renting the other side.

We are only 4 miles from the #1 rated restaurant in central Texas -- Cafe' Homestead -- and the Homestead Craft Village. Also, we're only 15 minutes from BSR or Cameron parks.

Its great for couples, business travelers, solo adventurers and families (with kids).

Come and see central Texas!

Note to long term renters: If you intend to book for eight nights or more, we ask that you to contact us prior to booking because we have a short "Terms of Agreement" to sign, other fees and other considerations to mention that make for a better rental experience for all of us. This is especially helpful because of our duplex situation. Thank you for your consideration.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pack-N-Play in second bedroom closet.
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Events

No events allowed
Check with owner.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours from 11 pm - 8 am. Please leave the trash in the can with the bag open. We will use it for the clean.
Please do not park on the grass. Please do not make the beds you used, any towels you sued can go in the laundry room and please wash your dishes.
We have a short time to clean the house for the next renter. We charge $50 / hr for late check outs-5 min after your check out and every hour after.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4311807
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: Check with owner.
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy
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

Elm Mott

Elm Mott is home to this holiday home. Texas Sports Hall of Fame and Texas Ranger Hall of Fame are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center and Hurd Tennis Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Homestead Heritage and Hay Maze.
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Elm Mott, TX

What's nearby

  • Heart O' Texas Speedway - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Homestead Heritage - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Baylor University - 12 min drive - 19.3 km
  • McLane Stadium - 13 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 14 min drive - 21.2 km

Getting around

  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Gator Truck Stop - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Echt Ranch - 12 min. from Magnolia Market Silos & Baylor pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Echt Ranch - 12 min. from Magnolia Market Silos & Baylor?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Echt Ranch - 12 min. from Magnolia Market Silos & Baylor?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Echt Ranch - 12 min. from Magnolia Market Silos & Baylor?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Echt Ranch - 12 min. from Magnolia Market Silos & Baylor located?

Located in Elm Mott, this family-friendly holiday home is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Heart O' Texas Speedway, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Homestead Heritage and Hay Maze. Hay-Bale Maze and Texas Sports Hall of Fame are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 116 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an appealing and comfortable space. We enjoyed its country setting and quietude. We needed a peaceful recharge.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a cute place. Very tidy and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was nice for pets.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

woody b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place just outside of town
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

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

Great Place!

Me and my friends loved staying here! Very fun and cute place! They provided everything we need!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha R.

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

Excellent and easy

Quiet country location but was easy and fast to get to downtown Waco for our Saturday event.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie G.

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

Great remote location

Perfect for our weekend get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth C.

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

Clean, convenient and quiet

Nice central location to visit with local family and friends.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Nice country location

Comfortable, clean and close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

nice place for a visit to Waco

Enjoyed the property immensely. My kids did a lot of exploring and found plenty of things to keep them busy when we weren't in Waco.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

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

Quiet getaway near Waco attractions

We enjoyed our stay. Some days we just stayed in, and others we visited some of the unique places in the Waco area. The bucket list is a nice touch and has some great ideas for places to visit. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie E.

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

Great spot out of the city but close enough to town to enjoy Waco

Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace N.

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

Great stay!

The home was stocked well, clean, and perfect for the two of us! Our dogs loved the yard to chase their balls. We loved the quiet mornings surrounded by monarchs and hearing the horses nearby. We can’t wait to visit Waco again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

Country Peace

Great place to stay, had a wonderful time and will come again. Great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cathy h.

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

Waco Visit

The home was very cozy and had eve Everything we needed. It was clean and tidy, we didn't need to contact the hosts ver
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda L.

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

Wonderful place to stay!!

We really enjoyed our stay. The duplex is spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated. It had everything we needed. They even had a cake pan to bake the birthday cake. We would love to stay there again if we are ever in the area. We loved the quiet, country feel as well as all the beautiful butterflies outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vance-- S.

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

country home

Easy to find country home excellent roads for entry. House was extra clean. location was great for us as I grew up in general area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LAUREN P.

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

A great place to stay near Baylor

Even though this place is in the country, it isn’t far from everything Baylor. It was nice and quiet, and the beds were comfortable. We didn’t spend much time hanging out since we were gone all day, but the little coffee nook was nice (and it had seasonal coffees!) Also, the place was well equipped with any need I could think of. We would definitely stay here again. And it’s great that it is dog-friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua U.

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

The ranch

Very nice, comfortable, and beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Cozy and relaxing

Our family enjoyed our stay at the Echt Ranch . Very clean, cozy, and inviting. This place was perfect. We had great communication with the owner and would definitely rent again. We cannot say enough great things about this home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon R.

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

Echt House

Our stay at The Ranch/Echt House was perfect. The property is close to the city but secluded and peaceful for a calm, relaxing stay. The home was clean, well-stocked and quite comfortable. We very much enjoyed our time there and would absolutely return. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari S.

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

Great spot! Recommend!

The space was lovely, quiet and clean. I did love going outside and hearing the naying of the neighbor's horses (I couldn't hear from inside). The bed was comfy, and the rental offered everything you could need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Archival

8/10 Good

Denise S.

Nice little place

Off the beaten path, well stocked, quiet duplex. Beware that the gps's can be a bit confused by the location. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Though we are a clear and legitimate address recognized by the USPS, UPS, FedEx, 911, etc., I've noticed that my own GPS shows my rental a few doors down (on the same road). Unfortunately, I cannot affect the accuracy of the GPS system but I have provided for my guests by giving check-in details with clear driving directions. Also, most of my neighbors have their addresses on their mailboxes so it is easy for one to follow the progression of numbers to find the rental. Last, in my check-in details, I tell renters that if they have any problems finding it to call or text me. I had one guest that didn't have a GPS that asked for an escort from the interstate so I happily met them at the exit and drove them to my rental. We hope this helps!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

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

Birthday Trip

My friend and I ventured out to Waco for my 45th birthday trip. This little house was perfect for our stay. It was clean and comfortable. The location was out in a rural area and we enjoyed the peace and quiet of the surrounding area. The house had everything we needed. The host was available and kept me informed off all I needed to know for our trip. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Charity H.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Quiet enough for us & close to Homestead Heritage

We we’re thankful to be closer to our conference and activities at Homestead Heritage. Our family was very surprised and thankful for how well the air conditioning/HVAC worked. The laundry room being available was so helpful, for guests to store items needed for our week long stay; because it is, a cozy space filled with tools/supplies.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
This was an accidental click of the mouse for a 3 star. I know this rental and they were extremely pleased with the rental and service. If you read the review and look at the individual ratings, you can see the support for this. Our best!

About the host

Hosted by Chris Krosschell

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What makes this property unique

Quiet hours after 11 pm. See note below for other noise issues.

The "Heart of Texas Speedway" is over 1.5 miles away. They operate March through October. If the weather is just right, the noise can reach this rental with some strength. Their races tend to be on holiday and weekend nights and sometimes do not end until 11:00 pm or midnight. If this will be an issue for your stay, we recommend you check their schedule.

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