Have you ever stayed in a Grain Silo? This silo house is a one of a kind unique getaway just 30 miles south of DFW. On 15 gorgeous acres of fields and forest. With a gated entry and all the privacy and peacefulness for a great stay. Enjoy breathtaking sunrises with a cup of coffee on the bedroom balcony. Start a fire and take in some of the most beautiful sunsets. Then lay back and wonder at a 360 veiw of the stars. No city lights. You may be in the country but with this silo you will have plenty of luxury. Melt away the city in our two person Steam sauna shower equipped with Radio and color changing lights. You set the mood. 60' UHD Samsung TV with Theatre sound and BlueRay player and Dish Network. LP player with LPs in the bedroom, great little place to dance. Have a picnic by the seasonal pond (no fish). Take a stroll in the BigFoot Forest or lay back take a snooze or watch the wild life in the Hammock. Follow us on Facebook @ The Silo House
Secluded Luxury Silo House Breathtaking Views Unique Romance Hideaway Near DFW
- Chateau / Country House1050 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms1
- Sleeps2
- Bathrooms1
- Half Baths0
- Min Stay2 nights
Owner
Lykele & Cathy Tamminga
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within one hour
- Speaks:
- english, spanish, dutch
- Calendar last updated:
- Oct 9, 2018
About Lykele & Cathy Tamminga
Howdy, Im Lykele Tamminga but you can call me Lee and Cathy and our fur child, Fia. I am from a small northern farm town in Holland and moved to Waxahachie in 1984. I grow up on a dairy farm in Holland and Waxahachie. Cathy is from Hickory NC and moved to Texas in 1979. We were Jr.High sweethearts for 2 years then we went our separate ways. 25 years later we end up back together. We both grow up here... literally just across the fields. I am a grain harvester and work 4 months a year and Cathy is an Insurance Agent that works from home. We wanted to share our unique Silo House with others while we are gone for harvest.
Lykele & Cathy Tamminga purchased this Chateau / Country House in 2013
Why Lykele & Cathy Tamminga chose Waxahachie
After the family dairy stopped milking I decided to recycle the grain silo... into our house. I had 15 acres to put it on, so I welding two trailers together and hooked up to the tractor and away we went. I did all the welding and fabrication and had a local builder help with the framing and interior. I studied the sunrises and sunsets so that you could see both views from inside. It truly is peaceful and quiet out here. You can truly feel like you are the only people on Earth.
Amenities
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Pets Welcome
- Fireplace
- TV
- Satellite or Cable
- Washer & Dryer
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bedrooms
- 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 2
- Bedroom 11 queen
- Bamboo Sheets Office Desk Eucalyptus Pillow Spray Iron & Board Washer & Dryer Flat Screen TV w/ Dish Record/Tape/Radio Records Bedside Lamp Window Seat Rocking Chair Marble Chest Board Essential Oil Diffuser w/ Oils One Robe Ironing Board
Bathrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Bathroom 1toilet, shower
- Two person steam shower Essential Oils for shower Kenneth Cole Towels Forgotten Essentials Shelf (shampoo, conditioner, soap) Hair Dryer One Red Bathrobe
Location Type
- Rural
Theme
- Romantic
- Away From It All
- Historic
- Tourist Attractions
- Adventure
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- GarageCarport
- Air ConditioningMitsubishi Mr.Slim
- Linens ProvidedBamboo Sheets Extras sheets if needed
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- FireplaceElectric Fireplace
- Parking
- HeatingMitsubishi Mr.Slim
- Internet
- Towels ProvidedKenneth Cole
- Wireless Internet
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Living Room60' Smart Samsung TV Leather L Shape Couch Throw Pillows Movies Blue Ray
Kitchen
- DishwasherSoap
- RefrigeratorSamsung Ice Maker Water
- StoveSamsung Glass Top
- OvenSamsung
- MicrowaveSamsung
- Coffee MakerKeurig (pods not included) Cuisinart Suger Powder Creamer Coffee Mugs
- Toaster
- Pantry ItemsLarge CuttingBoard
- Dishes & UtensilsDishes All Necessary cooking utensils Wine Glasses Beer Mugs Brandi Glasses Shot Glasses Tea Glasses
- Kitchen
Dining
- Dining Area
- DiningMarble Top High Seated Table Looking out windows Place Mats Napkins
- comfy seating for 2 people
Entertainment
- Television60" Samsung Smart TV
- Satellite / CableDish Network
- StereoDenon/ Bose
- DVD PlayerBlue Ray
- Books
- Music LibraryLP player in Bedroom
- Video Library
Outside
- Lawn / GardenFire Pit Bigfoot Forest Hammock Tree Swing Lawn Chair
- BalconyBistro table and chairs
- Outdoor GrillOklahoma Joes Gas/Charcoal Grill and Smoker
- Deck / PatioFour Chair
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
Pool / Spa
- SaunaSteam Sauna Shower with Aroma Therapy Oils
Attractions
- recreation center
- churches
- library
- museums
- playground
- cinemas
- live theater
- restaurants
- winery tours
- health/beauty spa
- festivals
Leisure Activities
- walking
- horseback riding
- antiquing
- bird watching
- sight seeing
- scenic drives
- horseshoes
- shopping
- wildlife viewing
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- fishing
- golf
- equestrian events
- hot air ballooning
House Rules
Check-in: 2:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date.
8 Reviews
Very unique property. Great for a couples weekend retreat
What a unique experience. I was attracted to the Silo House because I used to construct and maintain silos (we called them grain bins) in high school. Very nice appliances, bedding, etc. Plenty of cookware and dinnerware, just would be nice to have a chef's knife for slicing veggies, etc. since we tend to cook instead of eating out.
Only thing keeping me from giving 5 stars was the leaks we had to deal with during the stay. It was a rainy weekend and we had to fight a leaking ceiling right in front of the stove and water coming in under the door. Made cooking and relaxing difficult. Owners solution was to tell us where the mop was located and tell us they've never had this issue before. However, the texture is missing from the ceiling and the trim at the base of the door is rotted so this issue has been going on for years. No offer of any type of refund for the trouble. Other than that,it was a nice place and very secluded.
A unique experience that was perfectly secluded and peaceful.
The Silo House was the perfect escape from the city without a long drive. We watched sunrise from the balcony, and gazed at the stars by the fire pit at night! The home had all amenities covered, and made our experience easy and focused on relaxation.
A carefree getaway
The Silo House is the perfect spot to get away and forget your troubles! I definitely recommend if you’re looking for a quiet weekend to getaway and relax.
Wonderful, so glad you enjoyed your stay.
Amazing Weekend
This place is so great. We stayed for the weekend to celebrate our 37th Anniversary. We took our two dogs and had a fantastic time. It feels like you are totally isolated but in reality you’re not. It’s the perfect combination!! We walked the property in the early mornings and grilled steaks in the evening. In between we took up residence on the hammock under a canopy of trees. We will definitely return.
Close to the Metroplex, private, wonderfully comfortable and dog-friendly to boot!
The perfect weekend getaway. only thirty minutes south of Dallas but far from the maddening crowds. The Silo House has everything you could need. A well-appointed kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances and all the utensils necessary to make incredible meals, including a combination gas grill/ BBQ smoker. All the entertainment needs are met with full WiFi, smart TV, dish satellite... there is even a record player. And the shower ! Rain head, body jets, handheld plus the he max relaxing steam bath. About 100 yards from the house they have cleared a patch of woods, added a Hammock and a chair swing. It was perfectly comfortable at the hottest part of a 100 degree day. Cozy, quiet, and dog friendly. It is the perfect weekend retreat
So glad y’all enjoyed your stay and the house. The hammock is my favorite place on hot days.
Amazing & unique place!
My husband and I booked The Silo House as our lodging while we attended a foster parent training in Waxahachie. It was amazing! What a neat experience to stay in a silo, and we were close enough to Waxahachie for our training and for some delicious places to eat. We could have used the well-stocked kitchen, but we didn't. We highly recommend The Silo House if you are looking for a secluded, unique couple's getaway.
Thank you Carolyn,
We are so happy that you choose to stay in our Silo house. Glad to see you enjoy our little town of Waxahachie. Hope you may stay again and tell your friends.
Thanks,
Lykele & CathyTamminga