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Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic!

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Terrace/patio
In the charming Austin Ave/Castle Heights neighborhood, The English Writer’s Cottage offers a unique retreat with 12-foot coffered ceilings and cozy rooms. This beautifully designed home seamlessly blends old-world charm with modern touches, making it an ideal haven for your stay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
The current price is AED 826
AED 1,385 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

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About this property

Entire place

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

Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic!

The English Writer ‘s Cottage is a Wonderfully Charming and Unique home! The “English Writer’s Cottage,” earned its name for its English Cotswolds meets Santa Barbara bungalow aesthetic, & sits perfectly situated in the historical and picturesque Austin Ave/ Castle Heights neighborhood, just 3-5 min from Baylor & Downtown Waco. Don’t miss this special house!
When you walk in, you are greeted with 12 foot coffered ceilings and cozy rooms for all your guests. Wonderful touches abound where modern meets old world. Jill Mashburn Barrett, creator of the world famous Common Grounds coffee shop by Baylor University, and The Falcon +Owl vintage home goods & interior design studio, has added her special touch of keeping true to the homes vintage, bungalow roots, while weaving in modern design features to make your stay truly enjoyable.
The home has the following beds:
Master Bedroom: King
2nd Bedroom : Queen
3rd Bedroom: Queen

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Similar properties

Exterior

Walk to the River or Downtown. One block from Cameron Park. 1 Mile to Silos!

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 184 reviews
The price is AED 370
AED 664 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Walk to the River or Downtown. One block from Cameron Park. 1 Mile to Silos!

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Rules

No parties allowed per city ordinance
Maximum of 3 cars parked on property per city ordinance for this home

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Property Registration Number STR0000415-05-2021

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Austin Ave., a neighborhood in Waco. Magnolia Market at the Silos and Central Texas Market Place are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Indian Spring Park and Cameron Park Zoo. Texas Sports Hall of Fame and Mayborn Museum Complex are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Dr. Pepper Museum - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Baylor University - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Waco Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Extraco Events Center - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • McGregor Station - 22 min drive
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lolita's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Jimenez Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Toasted Yolk - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪El Arriero Taqueria - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic! located?

Located in Austin Ave., this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Dr. Pepper Museum, Magnolia Market at the Silos, and Baylor University. Waco Convention Center and Bowlero Waco are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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