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Perfect Getaway On The River Yet Minutes Drive To Magnolia And Waco Attractions

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6108 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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China Spring, TX
  • Place, Lake Waco
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Waco Mammoth National Monument
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Hawaiian Falls
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the area

China Spring

At this cottage, you'll be 13.1 km (8.1 mi) from Lake Waco and 14.6 km (9 mi) from Bosqueville Football Stadium. .Accommodation features a washing machine, a patio and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A private garden, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Waco - 14 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Waco Mammoth National Monument - 15 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Hawaiian Falls - 18 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Riverbend Park Ballfields - 20 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Cameron Park Zoo - 21 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bush’s Chicken - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Perfect Getaway On The River Yet Minutes Drive To Magnolia And Waco Attractions

The River Retreat has a peaceful setting on the Brazos River, allowing you to relax and enjoy the beautiful river view. A short distance to the Mammoth State Park, Cameron Park Zoo, Waco Regional Airport. 15 miles to Magnolia Market and less than that to McLane Stadium, Baylor University, Dr. Pepper Museum, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame, Waco Suspension Bridge, numerous eating establishments, nightlife, antiques, and tours.

Newly and completely renovated throughout, its beautifully decorated and very clean. Double oven, complete set of pots and pans, Keurig coffee pot, electric teakettle, toaster, microwave and dishwasher. Lighted covered parking, Large comfortable living area plus enclosed sun room. Large fenced yard perfect for outdoor games plus a fire pit for s'mores by the river.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,160 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Steps not suitable for small children

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Perfect Getaway On The River Yet Minutes Drive To Magnolia And Waco Attractions have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Perfect Getaway On The River Yet Minutes Drive To Magnolia And Waco Attractions?

No, Perfect Getaway On The River Yet Minutes Drive To Magnolia And Waco Attractions does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Perfect Getaway On The River Yet Minutes Drive To Magnolia And Waco Attractions?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Perfect Getaway On The River Yet Minutes Drive To Magnolia And Waco Attractions?

No, pets are not allowed.

Perfect Getaway On The River Yet Minutes Drive To Magnolia And Waco Attractions Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 129 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Terri G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a really cute house! Very clean and it fit 6 of us easy. We all are already taking about coming back next year. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brittainey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow! What a perfect stay! We visited our Baylor Bear for Easter and found this cozy, clean, beautiful gem. It was absolutely perfect for our family. A short drive to downtown Waco, but far enough away that we could enjoy the stars at night and the beautiful surroundings during the day. There is a small grocery store and a few fast food restaurants within 10 minutes of the house. The kids loved sleeping in the sunroom and waking to the sound of birds in the morning. We also enjoyed the sunroom for family time with the provided games and puzzles. We enjoyed our morning coffee, lunch and played evening board games on the screened-in patio. We brought our kayak and our kids had a blast on the river while we sat by the campfire, relaxed and read. The large yard was perfect for playing yard games and catch. Miss Linda was the perfect host, very responsive and helpful. She even made a special trip to the house to let us borrow an axe since we forgot ours so we could chop wood for our camp fire. You can tell she has put so much thought and heart into the home with the little added touches from bottled water and granola bars, to plenty of towels, throw blankets, books, magazines and a nightlight in the bathroom. If you are looking for a place to relax and unwind, look no further, I guarantee this lovely home will be as much of a blessing to your family as it was ours.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
This space had everything we needed, and what a fantastic patio! Thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Thomas E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Joel A.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness
My family enjoyed very much their time in your wonderful home. Very inviting, comfortable with ample room for them to enjoy table games - which thoughtfully provided. They felt like they were in a "magazine". Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ms. Linda's house was clean, inviting, and so much detailed thought went into the preperation and presentation for our stay. It was perfect for our kids and we really enjoyed the time. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Retreat was perfect for our family! Quiet and cozy. We very much appreciated all the details put into the comfort and cuteness of the house. It was hard to get out of the lush beds. The location by the river was great and we loved the outdoor space. Linda has thought of everything you could need!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication! Awesome and quaint and beautiful little spot! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danae F.

Liked: Cleanliness
loved our stay! Everything was perfect. Linda had so many special touches. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This wonderful river getaway exceeded our expectations. Everything was wonderful. My wife loved the decor and I enjoyed access to nature. We will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janci L.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a lovely little cottage very close to the river and you can walk down to the river from the cottage. The host, Linda, was very kind and gracious and had lots of “extras” like popcorn and granola bars and water for guests and she has a wonderful flair for decorating. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to the water. Nice deck area. Host was very responsive. Would visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Retreat for a Girls Trip

We had a wonderful stay! The place was super cute, very clean, and had everything we needed for a comfortable visit. The host was incredibly responsive and made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness

LOVE

Loved this place so much! So inviting and peaceful! My kids absolutely enjoyed it, they enjoyed the nearby creek which kept them pretty busy! Neighbor was very friendly also and let us use his property to access the creek! The aesthetic of the house felt so nostalgic yet so modern. Definitely would return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Foster H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly suggested nice place for privacy along Brazos

Very clean, sweet patios, river bank sitting area, and gallst water views to the north...highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Si S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for Waco Visitors

If you like peacefulness with a small town feel, take advantage of this gem next time you visit Waco. Easy access to Waco without the hustle and bustle of the city. Host was very communicative, and place was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Edie O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas visit

Happy to see that the kitchen supplied every sort of coffee preparation you might want, especially since we forgot to pack a French press. Coasters would be nice. Otherwise, we’ll supplied though small kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

We had a wonderful time. We caught some fish at the river, my daughter loved the lights in the enclosed porch and it had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ironman Waco

This was the perfect property for our family. It was my husband’s first Ironman 70.3 and the home allowed him a great place to prep and recover from his successful race. It was really clean and Linda was wonderfully responsive. The home was cozy and well appointed. The beds were very comfortable. All around it was an excellent place for us. Thank you, Linda!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little getaway spot

My family and I needed a relaxing getaway! The house was perfect. We had plenty of space and enjoyed the river and fire pit. We grilled both nights and enjoyed the deck. The living room was very cozy. The sun room was fun and comfortable. We all slept well! We enjoyed watching the rain through the windows on our last day; it was very relaxing. We hope to return soon! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Accommodations

Very clean and comfortable. Everything we needed. Will definitely return. Especially loved access to the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacay

We stayed here for our summer family vacation and it was beyond fantastic. The Retreat was amazing we made so many memories and had such a wonderful time,playing games,fishing ,floating in the river,laughing and just relaxing. We can't wait to go back and make more memories. The beds were wonferful,wonderful quiet location,it had everything you needed ,jusy bring yourselves and clothes. ,relax and enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024