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Waco's Premier Designer Home - 3 Min from Magnolia

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Private kitchen
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Waco, TX
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Dr. Pepper Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Baylor University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Back Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Front Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waco's Premier Designer Home - 3 Min from Magnolia

Waco’s premier designer home - The Halet House. Designed by the designers of Halet James Design Co, the same team that that has earned the recognition of HGTV Magazine, Modern Texas Living and Bekah Martinez from ABC’s The Bachelor.

Only 3 Minute Driving / 10 minutes Walking Distance to Magnolia.

The space
The space features modern architecture with vintage elements that showcases images of Waco’s rich history. From built in china cabinets, 20 foot tall windows, beautiful beams, vintage paintings, historical photos of waco, European antiques and more! You won’t want to miss the beautiful mural painted by a local artist on the back of the house!

The Details: Two Bedrooms with three queen beds, 1 Large bathroom with double sinks, large couch and air mattress which allows for multiple couples traveling together. Fully equipped kitchen with all major appliances, laundry room with washer and dryer. TV’s in each bedroom and living room. The large backyard and patio area are great for families and larger groups. Lawn games are also provided.

Location: Located Right off the main street of Clay Avenue and around the corner from Backyard Bar and Grill, The Findery, The Dr. Pepper Museum, and Magnolia. We also share the street with 4 other beautiful airbnbs!

We know staying in a home is different than a public place like a hotel. For insurance and guest peace of mind there is a security system.

Property manager

Angela Sims
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Food only allowed in the kitchen/dining room
Clear drink only allowed beyond the kitchen/dining room
Small gatherings allowed. If you are interested in a type of party please reach out to the host with an inquiry.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Waco

Located in Waco, this holiday home is in the city centre. Hurd Tennis Center and Bowlero Waco are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Indian Spring Park and Bledsoe-Miller Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Texas Sports Hall of Fame and Mayborn Museum Complex.
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Waco, TX

What's nearby

  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Dr. Pepper Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Waco Convention Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Baylor University - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Cameron Park Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • McGregor Station - 24 min drive
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Union Food Hall - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Waco's Premier Designer Home - 3 Min from Magnolia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waco's Premier Designer Home - 3 Min from Magnolia?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waco's Premier Designer Home - 3 Min from Magnolia?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waco's Premier Designer Home - 3 Min from Magnolia located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Fort House Museum, Magnolia Market at the Silos and Baylor University. Texas Sports Hall of Fame and Dr. Pepper Museum are also within 1 mile (2 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. 67 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 78 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John Blake P.

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

Beautiful home, great design features and location

Loved the home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

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

Happy at Halet House

Our family’s trip to Waco was wonderful and the Halet House was nothing short of beautiful and comfortable. The location to the Silos District was an easy, short walk and the list of local recommendations was top notch. We would highly recommend staying here and plan to, as well, when we return!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer c.

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

Beautiful home

The home was just as pictured. Super easy check in/out process. Super clean and close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

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

Nice place

Beautiful home that was well kept and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely home, just like the picture!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron K.

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

Cute little place!!!

Cute little place! Clean, the location is really close to the silos. My 7 y/o walked it without difficulty. 3 y/o was able to walk part way. I didnt take off any stars but I would recommend blackout curtain or shade in the spare room (high up window) my child woke up scared in the middle of the night because a light was flashing in through the window.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

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

Visiting our daughter at Baylor

Wonderful home. Very clean and cozy! Very close to Baylor and Magnolia.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

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

Great family weekend

Enjoyed a quick trip to Waco at the Haley house. Such a great property near Magnolia.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

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

Fun girls weekend!

Hosts were so great! They provided so many goodies in the house. The property was adorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicole F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Not really what we were expecting

For the amount of money we paid we all expected more. The pictures on the site are stunning. However the actual inside of the property is very worn and abused compared to the photos. Walls and baseboards abused, wallpaper peeling in thr bathroom. Canisters of almost
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audi M.

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

Visit from Houston

Very cute house. Decorated well, comfortable beds, fully stocked and close to the Silos. Owners very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L.

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

Magnolia getaway

We were pleased with this cute place to stay. Close to shopping and dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki L.

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

Perfect house!

We loved the location of this home, 3 minute drive to everything we wanted to do. It was very clean and the design was beautiful. Loved the banquette in the kitchen and the firm comfortable beds! The backyard was beautiful as well. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

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

Nice getaway

My friend and I enjoyed a long weekend in Waco. We were within walking distance to everything we wanted to do and the house was very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Beautiful house

We enjoyed this beautifully decorated house close to the silos. The house was clean and well stocked to meet our needs. Cute yard with a fire pit. The house has an alarm for added security. We were very comfortable during our stay. We highly recommend and our family would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

britt h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Beautiful home in Waco

Loved our stay…location was out of our comfort zone. That said, the home was amazing and beautifully decorated. One of the nicest VRBO stays that we have enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia T.

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

The Best of Waco

We had the best time celebrating my daughter's 14th birthday and attending a Baylor Football Game. This was truly a designer's dream. The furnishings were 5 Star as was the home design and layout. The homeowners even had a treat waiting for us upon arrival. It's the little things that make a big difference. You must stay here if you are planning a weekend in Waco!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

April H., MARSHALL

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

Girls trip

Beautiful and comfortable stay! The bedding is so comfortable and the house is super cute and sooo clean! It was a great place to hang out and catch up with each other. Had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

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

Great house!

We had fun there. I recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Pre-festivities shopping retreat

Loved this gorgeous little house for a quick trip to meet up with a dear friend. Best sleep we’ve had all month. House was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Beautiful designer home for your Waco getaway!

My husband and I enjoyed our overnight so much! Such a gorgeous home, perfectly curated and every detail has been thought through. We highly recommend booking with Angela and Donny!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jayme B.

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

Very pretty

Super cute, close to everything there is to do in Waco. The host was super responsive. Thanks so much.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney B.

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

Halet House

Very beautiful and spacious. Felt like we we were at home. Everything you need and more. My favorite VRBO♥️
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Fathers Day 2023 ❤️

We enjoyed our stay tremendously. It was such a cute house located very close to the silos and touristy things :) the house is beautiful. We cooked a nice dinner and enjoyed celebrating Dad. Thank you for such a welcoming stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was beautiful, clean and fabulous. Great communication and instructions. Would recommend this to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Angela Sims

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Hi! I’m Angela! Waco, Texas native, wife, mom of two boys, CEO, interior designer and magazine publisher.

For 12 years I've been a graphic designer, CEO and publisher of a local bridal Magazine, Bliss Bridal Magazine.

Over the years I have always loved decorating and in 2017 took over a small Etsy pillow shop, Laurel and Blush. I now not only design pillows, but I also design homes and businesses full-time.

Why they chose this property

In 2019 I decided to launch our newest adventure, Halet James Design Co. Named after my two boys, Parker James who is 6 and Merritt Halet who recently turned 3. Our Waco airbnb, The Halet House serves as a spec home. I wanted to create a space to showcase my true design style from the ground up. The Halet House was once a drawing I drew on a napkin at a restaurant, and now is a place filled with Waco history, European antiques, vintage art, and modern elements. What you won’t see are the bible verses and blessing for each person walking through our doors, that were written on the beams throughout each room behind the sheetrock. This house was built with love and faith. This house is my heart, and I’m glad to share a piece of it with all that walk through its doors.

What makes this property unique

This vintage European style custom built home has re-imagined the Waco vacation rental scene.

I wanted to create a space filled with every idea I have wanted to do, but did not have the right project to do it for. While growing up in Waco, I have fallen in love with learning all about Waco’s past and wanted to use this design project to also pay homage to Waco’s rich history. Inside the home you will find many historic photos with the stories behind each image inside the house manual.

The open kitchen and dining room is my favorite space. I loved Mixing vintage elements like the cabinet trim and pulls with more modern touches like the vent-a-hood and the sleek quartz counter-tops. When designing to also serve as a vacation rental, I also had to consider first impressions and homely touches. I wanted the design to be different as soon as our guests walk through the front door. I focused on making the kitchen a statement piece with the built in china cabinets on both sides and choosing such a bold cabinet color. I wanted to create a vacation rental that was more than just a place for people to sleep but for them to never want to leave!

Languages:

English

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