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New! Cheerful cottage filled with art and books in the heart of Waxahachie

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Dining
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Living area
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Waxahachie, TX
  • Ellis County Courthouse
    3 min drive
  • Mosaic Madness
    3 min drive
  • Ellis County Museum
    3 min drive
  • Dallas, TX (WHN-Police H Port-Redbird Heliport)
    37 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

New! Cheerful cottage filled with art and books in the heart of Waxahachie

Welcome to the Little House of Books! This luxe two bedroom, 1 bathroom house has the best of both worlds. It is located in a quiet neighborhood within walking distance of Little Creek Trail and Chapman Park and yet is adjacent to bustling Highway 77 and all of its shops and restaurants. It's a three minute drive to Waxahachie's iconic dowtown square.

Guests can enjoy an art- and book-filled retreat with cozy seating for reading after a busy wedding, girls' night out or work trip. This house sleeps up to four, making it ideal for couples and families or small group seeking a taste of the Crepe Myrtle Capital of Texas.

This 1950s house has all of the charm you would expect in a Waxahachie home. Original hardwood floors, four over four windows and elegant molding. Each bedroom in kitted out with luxurious linens, ample closet space and ceiling fans.

The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, large pantry with a few basic staples and a built-in wooden ironing board original to the house. The house also has a full sized washer and dryer in the laundry room, as well as a spacious fenced backyard for soaking up the Texas sun.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parties and no pets. The house is in a quiet neighborhood. Please keep noise to a minimum after 10 pm.

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 first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Waxahachie

Waxahachie is home to this holiday home. Waxahachie Sports Complex and Matthews Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Scarborough Renaissance Festival and Watkins Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Billy Goodloe Stadium or Texas Motorplex.
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Waxahachie, TX

What's nearby

  • Ellis County Courthouse - 3 min drive
  • Ellis County Museum - 3 min drive
  • Waxahachie Sports Complex - 4 min drive
  • Ellis County Expo Center - 7 min drive
  • Scarborough Renaissance Festival - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Love Field Airport (DAL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El Fenix Waxahachie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hibachio - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is New! Cheerful cottage filled with art and books in the heart of Waxahachie pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at New! Cheerful cottage filled with art and books in the heart of Waxahachie?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New! Cheerful cottage filled with art and books in the heart of Waxahachie?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is New! Cheerful cottage filled with art and books in the heart of Waxahachie located?

Situated in Waxahachie, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Ellis County Courthouse, Ellis County Museum and Mosaic Madness. Joshua Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church and Matthews Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
C10 in the Park Event
Such a nice cozy place to stay in a quite neighborhood five minutes from Getzebdaner Memorial Park where we have come the last 9 years for C10 in the park. Very convenient access and great communication with the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Night of wedding
I booked this for my son and daughter in law to stay after their evening wedding. The house was clean and the communication was great.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waxahachie Wonder
Our little house was clean and well stocked with everything we needed. It was in a quiet, conveniently located neighborhood. The decor was so cute and eclectic! Very comfortable beds!! We highly recommend it and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable cottage
This cottage is just perfect! So clean, beautifully decorated, and conveniently located. It worked so well for the four of us. We definitely would stay here again and again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Sue Ellen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute home
My husband and I enjoyed our stay while in town for an event we host. Reminded me of my great-grandparents home. Loved having a full kitchen and washer/dryer. Great water pressure and lots of hot water. Even though it is small, it had everything we needed. Convenient location close to HEB and :)Taco Casa! About a 10-15min drive to TX Motorplex! The neighborhood was mostly quiet except for the house 2 doors down… but I would definitely rent again to avoid hotel living!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Visit with Family
My daughter and family live in Waxahatchie and this home is 4 minutes from her home. We had a great week visiting and then going home to our quiet vrbo! It was quite, clean, and perfect for us. I loved all the books! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming House in Waxahachie!
My wife and I had an great stay at this charming house in Waxahachie! Everything was exactly as described and Katherine the host was great to work with. She made the stay easy and very comfortable. We would definitely stay there again. Highly recommend this charming house! Thank You
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
My family united over the Texas Country Reporter Festival. My daughter & husband shared a booth, so the rest of the family came to visit! Some did not stay with us, but the house gave us a great get together space all our own. It was immaculate and had everything we needed plus more! The kids even had a little place to play! The AC was on when we got there and was perfect! My girls loved the book selection, even though we didn’t have time to read! Great place & would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home base
Fantastic property! Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the Little Book House
We loved the laid back vibe from this house. It was decorated beautifully! I was pleasantly surprised with the extras provided such as coffee, tea, popcorn, and oatmeal. It was very clean and the beds were comfortable. Very easy to check in and very conveniently located to downtown (5 minutes) with a quiet neighborhood and large backyard. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Rowdy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Awesome great property very quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Great location and very comfortable. Everything we needed for a short stay. Will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Cottage. Excellent Location.
Wonderful cottage! I rented it for a girlfriend getaway. There was plenty of room to visit, work on a project, yet have separate space to relax. Excellent location in a quiet neighborhood. It’s easy to get to downtown and great restaurants. Great host with excellent communication!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
I had a wonderful stay. This is the second time I rented this house. Both times were great. Wonderful neighborhood and beautiful house and yard. I had everything I needed. Thanks again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home
The minute we walked in we felt the comfort zone. Very easy to relax and enjoy our time there. Convenient location for us. Very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phil G., Mill Creek WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home!
Just as advertised. Katherine was outstanding! Perfect place to call home while we were visiting Texas. Will definitely stay again. Thanks!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yellow House
The yellow house in Waxahatchie was very groovy. Lots of books and beautiful art. We had everything we needed and the property was convenient to shopping and entertainment. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute house in nice neighborhood close to downtown and eating places. Just as described. Nice large backyard. Everything very neat and clean and lots of extras included for your convenience in bath and kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy home Conveniently located
This is small home conveniently located in the center of Waxahachie. Nice big back yard, quiet neighborhood. Great for a weekend away. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host!
The home was clean and very unique. It’s an older home with lots of character. The host did a great job of making check in and out easy and was great a great communicator. We would definitely use her again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tonya C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and clean. Perfect size. Nice extras available.
Great property. Really cute and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay!
We traveled to Waxahachie for a family wedding and throughly enjoyed our time in our VRBO home away from home. Katherine, the owner, was awesome and communicated throughout the process. The home was just as described m filled with charm and personality. The backyard is beautiful as well as the home. We enjoyed our stay and appreciated the extras provided such as toiletries and towels. We would not hesitate to reach out again and stay if the home was available.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

mike s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Property!
Beautifully unique home. Conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood giving easy access to downtown and shopping. The home is very well equipped and comfortable. Host is an absolute joy to work with. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cottage
Property was very cute and clean. Plenty of towels and beds were very comfy. Location was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Havis N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect small town get away
Such a lovely cozy home to come back to at the end of the day. Everything was neat and clean. The home is a bit older (built in the 1950s I believe) but has been updated. Communications with the owner is timely. I would not hesitate to book this again whenever I'm back in the area. Plus, it's super convenient to be able to park in a garage. Be aware it's on older house/garage and can only fit a compact SUV or smaller.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Your host

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I'm a former magazine editor who worked in New York for design publications such as Metropolitan Home and Martha Stewart Living. After being obsessed with home decor for years, I decided opening up a VRBO would be the perfect way to address my desire to decorate. It's been such a joy working on this sweet, cheerful house, and I can't wait to share it with my guests. I'm a native Texan and have lived in Waxahachie for over 10 years now. It is a truly special place with loads of amazing restaurants and shops. But truly, it's the people of Waxahachie that make it a real jewel.

Why they chose this property

Built in 1950, this house has amazing bones only found in older homes. Of all the things I love about it, one of my favorites is the four over four windows that allow for each room to be flooded with natural light at different times of the day. (There are shades and/or curtains in each bedroom in case you want to sleep in!) Each room features an eclectic mix of styles and furnishings from England, Italy, France, Africa and America.

Because it's Texas, keeping cool is essential during the summer months. The home has a brand new central air conditioning system. In addition, the living room and each bedroom have ceiling fans, so you'll always have a cool place to come home to when it's sizzling.

What makes this property unique

This house is within walking distance to Little Creek Trail and Chapman Park, a perfect bonus if you have children. In addition, I've designed a small kids' closet in the hallway, so be sure and open up all of the doors to see what's inside!

Another small hall closet has been converted into a makeshift makeup area with a mirror and shelving so everyone has room to get ready.

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