Experience Elm Lake Ranch. Close to Waco, Magnolia Silos and Baylor.

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Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Riesel, TX

Baylor University
13 min drive
Waco Convention Center
14 min drive
Magnolia Market at the Silos
15 min drive
Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
26 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

Located less than 15 minutes from Downtown Waco, the popular Magnolia Market and Silos, Baylor University, and many restaurants and experiences, the 140-acre Ranch offers convenient access to all the amenities the Waco and Central Texas area has to offer. The Ranch also offers an escape to a slower pace, spectacular sunsets and stary nights. Take relaxing strolls or longer hikes across the pastures or through the several wooded areas throughout the Ranch. Enjoy fishing and kayaking (no recreational lake equipment is provided) on our 15-acre private bass fishing lake, or you might prefer our 1.5-acre catfish lake, or any of our other ponds and tanks. The Ranch offers an abundance of wildlife.
Our two-bedroom, two-bath farm house is well appointed and offers a comfortable stay in a unique and relaxing environment.
The first bedroom features a King with its own adjoining bathroom, while the other bedroom has two twin beds with its own adjoining bathroom. With two separate sitting areas, a dining area and a full kitchen, the indoor living spaces are bright and offer terrific views of the Ranch.
Guests will have access to several grilling opportunities, a fire pit, Adirondack seating and BBQ area. An HEB Plus is within approximately 10 minutes if you choose to eat in.
Sit back and enjoy life at the Elm Lake Ranch.

The Ranch is perfect for flexcations, family vacations and gatherings, bridal showers, weddings and small events as well as guided experiences at additional pricing.

Property manager

Wayne Allen

Premier Host

Amenities

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Hello Gorgeous! The front yard has a wrought iron gate entry

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

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: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99

About the area

Riesel

Located in Riesel, this farm stay is in a rural area and on a lake. Mayborn Museum Complex and Texas Sports Hall of Fame are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Magnolia Market at the Silos and Central Texas Market Place. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ferrell Center or McLane Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.

Riesel, TX

What's nearby

McLane Stadium - 12 min drive
Baylor University - 13 min drive
Waco Convention Center - 14 min drive
Dr. Pepper Museum - 14 min drive
Magnolia Market at the Silos - 15 min drive

Getting around

Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪El Tapatio - ‬9 min drive
‪Oakley's Lumberyard Bar - ‬9 min drive
‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
‪Bush's Chicken - ‬10 min drive
‪Legends Pizza & Games - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Experience Elm Lake Ranch. Close to Waco, Magnolia Silos and Baylor. pet-friendly?

Yes, this farm house allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Experience Elm Lake Ranch. Close to Waco, Magnolia Silos and Baylor.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience Elm Lake Ranch. Close to Waco, Magnolia Silos and Baylor.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Experience Elm Lake Ranch. Close to Waco, Magnolia Silos and Baylor. located?

Situated on a lake, this farm stay is within 9 miles (15 km) of Marlin Branch, Baylor University and Ferrell Center. Magnolia Market at the Silos and McLane Stadium are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

29 Oct 2023

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

Girls Trip

We had a wonderful time. The host was very easy to communicate with and accommodating. The home was very quiet and relaxing. While there we had the privilege to watch a group of fraternity and sorority members build their homecoming float on the home’s property and visit with the group of students. The only minor downside was that there could be a few more dishes and that is just minor.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Dawn M.

2 Aug 2023

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

Quiet country escape

A lovely country location to escape for a few days whilst still having access to the activities & restaurants of nearby Waco. The property is rustic but clean & tidy inside. For the w/e price point some additional kitchen utensils, towels, pots & pans would be helpful as the kitchen provisions are basic. The back deck has a great outlook and would definitely benefit from having a grill/bbq out there. Given the country setting I think a few more provisions to allow for easy home cooking would have made our stay a little easier but overall we had a great trip. Wayne the owner was very friendly and offered advice on things to do in the surrounding area, just a shame Texas couldn’t cool down a little bit to let us & our dog enjoy the outdoors a bit more ;)

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hoyt F., Coppell, TX

4 June 2023

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

Another great stay!

We always enjoy coming here! We had a nice peaceful stay, spent time fishing, walking the beautiful property, and shopping in Waco. We hope to return again soon.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan F.

14 May 2023

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

Great Country Getaway

Our family of four and friends enjoyed this country oasis. The property is beautiful and the fishing in the private lake was so fun! The host was exceptionally kind and very attentive, would definitely recommend this stay if you are visiting Waco.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hoyt F., Coppell, TX

23 May 2022

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

Beautiful Property and Relaxing Stay

Our family had a wonderful time! The wildflowers on the property were beautiful, the fishing was good, and the farmhouse was perfect. The host and his son answered questions immediately and made sure we had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. We hope to return again soon!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

27 Nov 2021

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

Thanksgiving on the Ranch

This was the perfect location for our family holiday getaway. We were close enough to the city to hop in for restaurants but also able to escape the city pace and enjoy the quiet. Very comfortable for lounging, family meals, movies, playing games, and walks on the ranch. Wayne was very responsive before, during, and after our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindi S.

28 Oct 2021

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

Perfect Location

We were in Waco for the Ironman combined with our 25th wedding anniversary. We found this property that was absolutely perfect for both! We wanted peace to rest up for the race, but not too far from all the activities. It never took us more than 20 minutes to get anywhere we wanted to go. We will definately choose to stay here in the future if we find ourselves in Waco again.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021