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

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 40 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 5 spaces)
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking in the house or on the porches.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1 sq ft (0 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Certified service dogs allowed. Must show proof

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: No children under 8 years old. No infants, please.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Only REGISTERED guests allowed on the property.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Waco, TX

What's nearby

  • Homestead Heritage - 8 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Cameron Park Zoo - 18 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Baylor University - 19 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Waco Mammoth National Monument - 21 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 22 min drive - 24.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dave's Burger Barn - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bush's Chicken - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tokio Store - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Heritage Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dee S Deelicious Don - ‬13 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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

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

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 112 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 112 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 112 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 112 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 112 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne N., Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, tranquil location
Really enjoyed the peaceful location. Everything we needed. Look forward to staying again sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis C., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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
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

10/10 Excellent

ALison V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall trip
Stayed here for BU Homecoming weekend, off the beaten path but a lovely property and nice to be away from the hustle and bustle. Very welcoming, would stay again. Homestead Heritage nearby is a must-see. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Baylor with Will
Very sweet comfortable cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ceca R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet cottage in Waco
The location was great. Quiet place outside of Waco hustle & bustle. Clean, comfy & hosts were very kind. The ony thing i would suggest is that they advertise the no TV in the description. Also, door code was the wrong number. Had to call the host. Other than that, it was very comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laleesa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! Perfect place!
We had a wonderful stay! The house is very clean and decorated so charming! When we come back to visit our daughter , we will definitely stay here again! Thank you !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon and Loretta B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Lovely
Just what we needed, not far from home but very comfy and quiet. Made for a very relaxing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyce Kathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and peaceful
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Home was spotless, washer/dryer most helpful, and it was a beautiful setting. Thanks so much for your hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay!
This place was perfect for our weekend stay in the Waco area! It was clean and cool in the Texas heat!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away in country
Clean,quiet,roomy place. Host was wonderful and gave insider tips on things to see. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Bonnie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
For those with little outside interest
Not conducive to be outside in heat. View from cottage and porches limited with over grown bushes so not as pictured. Art in cottage nice. Clean and fresh remodel with good furnishings and decor. Air in cottage cool. No books or reading material except about Waco. We had a teenager with us so having no TV or board games to entertain was limiting. Host were nice folks. It is a duplex and housing close on both sides. Not a view as pictured. There was a very busy, narrow and loud road very close to the cottage. We liked being in the country and near Homestead Farms and Village which we were revisiting. The communication from the host was pushing the Homestead Farms, their connection?
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Quincy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place!
Very easy to check in and out, very comfortable spot overall! The air conditioning worked great and it was in an area with no light pollution so it gets nice and dark at night! So pretty! We absolutely loved staying and will definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet area away from the bustle of the city
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Brian g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Communication and wifi
I texted the owners 1-2 weeks prior to our stay asking a specific question about guests. I never received a response. Cell service at this property was limited at best. Unfortunately, the Wi-Fi was not any better with limited to no service during our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Abner N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend
We would highly recommend this property. Super comfortable and convenient to the city itself. Love the country touches. Only suggestion for the property owners would be to turn up the hot water heater, never felt hot enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine F., Ames

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
Everything was so clean!! Quiet and comfy! Got to see roadrunners right up close! Just a super place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Owner, Garry was so kind!
Cute little cabin in the woods! The trees and shrubs were beautiful! A little further from downtown than i thought, but it was worth it! The owner cane over and told us about a lot of other things to do and he was very kind! It was a great little get away!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptionally clean, comfortable and away from congestion.
The cottage was exceptionally clean. The furniture was very comfortable - not the worn-out stuff we sometimes contend with. All pots, pans, dishes, silverware, soaps, coffees, spices, bathroom amenities, etc were furnished although, except for the coffee, we brought our own. The heater / a/c units worked flawlessly. We were very pleased with the unit.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Wanted a place off the beaten path that was quiet and adorable yet still close to everything. This was the perfect lace. The hosts were amazing too!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our Short Stay
A great location to relax and unwind. Very peaceful surroundings. The guest house is well stocked and the kitchen is heaven sent.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

robert, Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness
wonderful
This was our first time at this house, we were very pleased with the upkeep and supplies at the house to meet every need we had. The folks were very up front and willing to help us with any needs we may have had. We are planning to stay there again if given the opportunity.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023