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The Oak House in historic West, TX Minutes from Magnolia Silos & Baylor
Family-friendly holiday home in West with a water park
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 16269.4 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

- Place, Playdium Pool
- Place, Baylor University
- Place, Magnolia Market at the Silos
- Airport, Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
Air mattresses
2 Queen Beds
Avery's Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Grant's Room
1 Queen Bed
Kyler's Room
1 Queen Bed
Sterling’s Primary
1 King Bed
The Original Bedroom
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Oak House in historic West, TX Minutes from Magnolia Silos & Baylor
Guests are sure to enjoy a memorable vacation in this fully furnished, 5 bedroom/2.5 bath house. This cool house that was built in 1919 has all the modern features but has kept the hundred year old charm.
Although this house has been through extensive renovation for your comfort, many of the elements from 100 years ago remain...the crystal doorknobs, the ceiling fans, beautiful rare wood floors, the original coal shoot, shiplap, the wavy glass in the windows. It's hard to believe that this house has withstood 100 years!
The main/master bedroom has a king-sized bed, while the 3 rooms upstairs are furnished with a queen-sized beds and the 4th room upstairs with a full bed., comfortable for sleeping 10 people. There is also plenty of floor space in the event that you bring an air mattress or two. The quaint living room is fully furnished. The kitchen is perfect for dining as it is fully equipped with oven, and fridge. There is also a full laundry room for you to access. Feel free to enjoy the free wifi!
Spend the day enjoying nearby bakeries and shopping local: Czech Stop, Slovacek's, Gerik's Bakery, Village Bakery, Carla's Collage, Divine Designs, Blessings, Pasture Princess, Olde Corner Antiques or drive 15 minutes to Waco to visit the Magnolia Market, home of HGTV's Fixer Upper. Interestingly, we were chosen to be on Fixer Upper for season One, Two and Three. We ultimately declined the opportunity and enjoyed doing our own Fixer Upper. This house has been fully renovated; new plumbing, new electrical system, new HVAC. Our Home is also available for daytime events Sunday afternoon - Thursday afternoon. ($150)
Although this house has been through extensive renovation for your comfort, many of the elements from 100 years ago remain...the crystal doorknobs, the ceiling fans, beautiful rare wood floors, the original coal shoot, shiplap, the wavy glass in the windows. It's hard to believe that this house has withstood 100 years!
The main/master bedroom has a king-sized bed, while the 3 rooms upstairs are furnished with a queen-sized beds and the 4th room upstairs with a full bed., comfortable for sleeping 10 people. There is also plenty of floor space in the event that you bring an air mattress or two. The quaint living room is fully furnished. The kitchen is perfect for dining as it is fully equipped with oven, and fridge. There is also a full laundry room for you to access. Feel free to enjoy the free wifi!
Spend the day enjoying nearby bakeries and shopping local: Czech Stop, Slovacek's, Gerik's Bakery, Village Bakery, Carla's Collage, Divine Designs, Blessings, Pasture Princess, Olde Corner Antiques or drive 15 minutes to Waco to visit the Magnolia Market, home of HGTV's Fixer Upper. Interestingly, we were chosen to be on Fixer Upper for season One, Two and Three. We ultimately declined the opportunity and enjoyed doing our own Fixer Upper. This house has been fully renovated; new plumbing, new electrical system, new HVAC. Our Home is also available for daytime events Sunday afternoon - Thursday afternoon. ($150)
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 deadlock
About the area
West
West is home to this holiday home. Cell Block Museum and Texas Heritage Museum 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, or check out an event or a game at Heart O' Texas Speedway. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.

West, TX
What's nearby
- Playdium Pool - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Baylor University - 15 min drive - 34.2 km
- Magnolia Market at the Silos - 17 min drive - 36.0 km
- Cameron Park Zoo - 18 min drive - 35.6 km
- Waco Convention Center - 18 min drive - 35.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Slovacek's - 12 min walk
- Czech Stop - 5 min walk
- McDonald's - 9 min walk
- Geriks Ole Czech Bakery - 3 min walk
- Still Smokin' BBQ - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Carla Sykora
Why they chose this property
People have loved this home for many, many years. As a matter of fact, that is how we ended up with it. I just love it. This home was built in 1919 and has been an icon in West since the beginning. Visible when you are coming into West or when you are leaving, it is certainly an important piece of the history of West.
This home survived many years and events, including the West Explosion. We spent close to two years renovating this home literally from top to bottom. All of the historic charm plus all of the modern is truly perfect!
This home survived many years and events, including the West Explosion. We spent close to two years renovating this home literally from top to bottom. All of the historic charm plus all of the modern is truly perfect!
What makes this property unique
Recent renovation:
All new plumbing, HVAC and electrical. Free wifi and Direct TV, washer/dryer, full kitchen and the sweetest little side porch to watch the town of West go by while having coffee. This home is within walking distance to all of the bakeries, downtown shopping and area churches.
All new plumbing, HVAC and electrical. Free wifi and Direct TV, washer/dryer, full kitchen and the sweetest little side porch to watch the town of West go by while having coffee. This home is within walking distance to all of the bakeries, downtown shopping and area churches.
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