The JOY House in Waco, TX! "Charming 1934 Cottage"
Welcome to the JOY HOUSE in Waco, TX!
✔2,100 sq ft home w/ Private Yard + Plenty of Parking! ✔4 bed, 2.5 bath, 8 beds, sleeps up to 12 ✔Ideal for Longer ✔Fast WiFi - Perfect for Working Remotely! ✔2 HUGE Living Spaces! ✔Professionally Cleaned! ✔In-home Washer & Dryer! ✔Fully Stocked Kitchen! ✔Smart TVs w/ Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+! ✔Magnolia Silos - 4 mi (5 mins!) ✔Baylor U - 6 mi (10 mins!) ✔Haywain Falls Water Park - 2.2 mi (5 mins!) The Joy House is a beautiful 1934 home! Every inch of this property has been lovingly and thoughtfully restored to present clean and modern comfortability while still boasting charm and personality! This is your home away from home!
[Our prayer for everyone who visits the Joy house is Romans 15:13; "May the God of hope fill you with all JOY and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope!"]
SPECIAL OFFER: Stay for more than 7 days, NO CLEANING FEE!!
KITCHEN All NEW Stainless Steel Appliances (Refrigerator, stove, oven, Nespresso coffee maker, microwave, toaster) New dishwasher (pods provided) Cookware (Pots, pans, cooking utensils) Silverware, dishes, tupperware, salt and pepper, coffee Dish towels, cutting boards, knife set Paper towels Aluminum foil, Plastic Wrap, Ziploc bags etc First Aid Kit
BEDROOMS 4 Bedrooms (Sleeps up to 12 guests) New fresh, clean sheets, bedding and pillows Black-out curtains
BATHROOMS 2 Full Bathrooms + 1 Half Bathroom Fresh towels and washcloths Showers equipped with shampoo, conditioner and body wash Hand soap dispensers, Q-tips, Bathroom tissue Full bathrooms include hair dryers
LAUNDRY ROOM/MUD ROOM Washer + Dryer Laundry soap pods included Mud room with hooks to hang your hats, take your shoes off and make yourself at home!
The Joy House is professionally designed with charm and modern comfortability from room to room! It was created with you in mind, to make our guests feel at home, away from home. Magnolia tones throughout the home give you the Waco experience! Wall-to-wall windows flood the spaces with natural light!
With four bedrooms (8 beds) and 2 & ½ baths, there’s space to comfortably accommodate 12 people.
The master suite features a luxury king bed, Smart TV and gorgeous natural sun light with views of the barn and trees in the backyard and the outdoor sitting area in the front. The master suite features a newly remodeled master bath with a large fully tiled walk-in rain shower and walk-in closet!
The main living area features a mounted LG Smart TV, a large comfortable sectional, 2 leather chairs, a large ottoman to put your feet up and open concept to the dining room and kitchen to feel together but still give everyone their space.
The large dining room (seats 10) has sliding glass doors that open to the side patio area equipped with a fire pit and adirondack chairs so it can be enjoyed sun up to sun down! Ready for conversations, stories and laughter!
Upstairs the charm continues into the flex room with a wall to wall window seating! Upstairs is a great "fun space" with a sleeper sofa (queen size), smart tv and 2 trundle twin size beds, 4 twin mattresses total. Upstairs also includes a walk-in closet stocked with games for lots of fun and memories!
The JOY HOUSE is ready to bring you JOYFUL MEMORIES!
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please put all used towels and sheets in the laundry room.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Waco
Located in Landon Branch, a neighbourhood in Waco, this holiday home is near theme parks. Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center and Bowlero Waco are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Magnolia Market at the Silos and Central Texas Market Place. Travelling with kids? Consider Cameron Park Zoo and Waco Mammoth National Monument. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Magnolia Market at the Silos - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
Baylor University - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
Getting around
McGregor Station - 25 min drive
Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
For Keeps - 4 min drive
Wako Taco - 3 min drive
Dubl-R Old Fashioned Hamburgers - 3 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Kitok Restaurant - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The JOY House in Waco, TX! "Charming 1934 Cottage" pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The JOY House in Waco, TX! "Charming 1934 Cottage"?
As of 6 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The JOY House in Waco, TX! "Charming 1934 Cottage" on 11 Apr, 2026 start from S$386, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The JOY House in Waco, TX! "Charming 1934 Cottage"?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The JOY House in Waco, TX! "Charming 1934 Cottage"?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The JOY House in Waco, TX! "Charming 1934 Cottage"?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The JOY House in Waco, TX! "Charming 1934 Cottage" located?
This family-friendly Waco holiday home is located in Landon Branch, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Waco, Cameron Park Zoo and Extraco Events Center. Waco Mammoth National Monument and Hawaiian Falls are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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This is an awesome house. It was perfect for our family of 8 ( 4 adults and 4 kids). It is in a great location and had everything we needed. We will stay here the next time we are in town.
We had a great stay at the Joy House. Communication prior to the trip was great, and the check-in process was very smooth. The house was clean, secure, and comfortable; it was exactly what we were looking for. We would not hesitate to stay here again, and we highly recommend this to other people. Thank you very much.
Dave L.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan, 2024
Thank you so much, we are glad you enjoyed your stay at the JOY house! You and your family are welcome back anytime!
This house is absolutely beautiful and in a great location in regards to distance from things. Home was clean, homey, and exactly as stated in description! Response from owner was super quick and she was delightful! Would definitely recommend.
We stayed here during my son’s graduation from Baylor. I wish we would have found this place sooner in his college life. Great place to stay. Well updated. A little Waco Fixer Upper charm style home. Great layout for a family including my elderly parents. I would highly recommend.
My girls and I had a bachelorette weekend here and this host was AMAZING to work with! They allowed us to check in early which I have not seen before when booking through VRBO. The house is GORGEOUS! We had no complaints with this home and the process with the hosts. We love the location in regards to distance to downtown and the zoo. My husband and I are talking about staying here sometime. We loved how cute and simple it was. Highly recommend booking here for your getaway in Waco! Sooo many places to sleep and the comfiest couch ever!
Aaron G.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
About the host
Hosted by Emily
Why they chose this property
Nice neighborhood 1 mile away from Lake Waco and close to downtown Waco, Magnolia Market & Silos and Baylor University!
What makes this property unique
Plenty of room in the rounded drive way, side drive way, or back lot!