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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Garage parking available

Explore the area

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Valley Mills, TX
  • Place, Red Caboose Winery
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Bosque Museum
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Waco
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Mama’s House

Step away from it all when you visit Mama’s House. Sit at the kitchen table and watch the birds and wild deer, or relax in the outside rockers and breathe in the country air and enjoy just the quiet.
We’re 35 minutes from Waco, Baylor campus & McClane Stadium, and Chip & Joanna’s The Silo’s. Valley Mills may be small, with Hwy 6 running through the middle, but it has some unique shopping and excellent places to grab a bite or just a cup of coffee. Gatesville, and Clifton are “just around the corner” also.
This house is in the country, 5 miles from town, and sits on the northern corner of the Damnrox Ranch, where you may see cows, chickens and an occasional guinea fowl.
Although the house only sleeps 4, at Mama’s House kids are always welcome, just bring you bedrolls and sleep on the floor. Additional fees over 4 guest will apply.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Only 2 twin beds which will convert to king.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Any events must be pre approved. No loud parties.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
$20/pet/night fee and paid prior to arrival.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3578892vb
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Any events must be pre approved. No loud parties.
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

Valley Mills

Located in Valley Mills, this holiday home is in a rural area. The Clifton Whipple Truss Bridge and The Rock Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bosque Arts Center and Paul and Jane Meyer Observatory.
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Valley Mills, TX

What's nearby

  • Red Caboose Winery - 18 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Bosque Museum - 20 min drive - 29.7 km
  • The Clifton Whipple Truss Bridge - 21 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Lake Waco - 26 min drive - 37.5 km
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 43 min drive - 64.2 km

Getting around

  • McGregor Station - 38 min drive
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CEFCO Convenience Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Jalapeno's #2 - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Burger-N-Wok - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mama’s House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Mama’s House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mama’s House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mama’s House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mama’s House located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 16 miles (25 km) of Red Caboose Winery, Bosque Museum and Bosque Arts Center. Goodall-Witcher Hospital Authority Clifton Medical Clinic and The Clifton Whipple Truss Bridge are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wulf L.

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

Extended stay

We absolutely loved mamas house! The extended stay was great. It was comfortable and beautiful grounds as well! Great location as well. We highly recommend mamas house!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry F.

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

Beautiful Place

A perfect quite place in the country. We would defiantly go back.
Stayed 24 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Feb, 2025
And you are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I am from a small town but large family and the phrase Mama's House is the best was to say what this home was. It is adorable,with a large kitchen, bedroom, and master bath.. Being able to see 3 doe and 2 bucks eating only a 5 feet from where I had my coffee was the best added bonus. This is a nature lovers paradise for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Home!

This property will truly take you back to "the old" days. Moma's house is much as you would imagine being at your grandmother's house in the 60', 70's or 80's! Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wulf L.

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

Country Stay

The property is as advertised! Loved the welcome letter and the friendship bread! I couldnt stop eating it! We loved our stay very clean and cozy Hosts are super nice and if anything is needed they are right down the road! Home is located out in the country and its amazing with all the wildlife and quietness. We highly recommend staying here you will enjoy it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2025
Thank you Kayla, and when you get settled, don’t forget, I’ve got a rooster with your name on him. 😉
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana T.

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

Even when …..

Even when the stay is sad due to a loss. Joel and I were so loved and cared for by Gayle. This is our second stay at Mama’s house and we love it here. Dog friendly and you will be part of a working ranch. Seeing each cow and the beautiful birds gives such an interesting and relaxing ambiance!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy A.

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

Love this house

Very cute homely filling house very peaceful no issues. Everything was great. Love the wildlife love seeing the hummingbirds. The deer came up to eat. It was such a peaceful trip. Definitely want to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2024
Thank you Tracy, and you’re always welcome back at Mama’s.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

Loved it.Will book again.

The property was just as described. The host went above and beyond with dog treats and friendship bread waiting for us. We had never seen so many deer right up close to the house. Lots of beautiful birds at the feeder and bird bath just outside the breakfast window. Watching the guineafowls come by and feed at the house was very entertaining. Couldn't be happier with the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2023
Thanks so much and I’m glad you enjoyed. Y’all come back now, ya hear. 😉 Gayle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana T.

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

Peaceful and Beautiful

Owner made friendship bread and pup treats to great us. Home was beautiful and a excellent price for a long term such as we needed. We can't wait to go back. Cow's came to feed and in the morning birds. Bed very comfortable and towels were Lux ... Had hairdryer so don't bring yours and also soap for dishwasher and washing. Again, don't bring yours. We brought all incidental's and didn't need them but used ours anyway. Gayle Cross great VRBO hostess!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr, 2025
Thank you Dana. Y’all come back now. 😉
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wulf L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

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Hosted by Gayle Cross

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