10/10 Excellent
Brandy M.
3 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect For Short Trip
Brandy M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Entire home
JoyHouse-Waco convenient to Baylor, Silos and great restaurants!!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6140.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Waco, TX
- Lake Waco7 min drive
- Extraco Events Center10 min drive
- Magnolia Market at the Silos14 min drive
- Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)21 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Primary Suite
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Primary Suite
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
JoyHouse-Waco convenient to Baylor, Silos and great restaurants!!
Welcome to JoyHouse in Waco, Texas! I am so excited to share this special get away with you. It is perfect place to stay for family gatherings, Baylor events, weddings, girls' weekend, or a romantic get away. There a so many fun things to do in Waco and surrounding areas.
This house has been a labor of love and is a true gem after its fixer-upper journey. This 3 bedroom home is nestled on a quiet street with charm both inside and out. Enjoy the updates and beauty of JoyHouse, whether gathered around the farm table, cozied up by the fireplace, playing games at the vintage game table, or relaxing under the cafe lights in the private, fenced yard.
JoyHouse sleeps 6 comfortably with one queen bed in private master suite. Enjoy an additional queen bed in a second bedroom. The third bedroom features two twin beds. Additional air mattresses also available. There are also portable cribs available.
Gather around a large table in the kitchen, perfect for making memories. Kitchen is well stocked with everything you may need during your stay, including a dual coffee maker, toaster, slow cooker, pot/pans, utensils, and all you would need to enjoy a bottle of wine (or 2,3 or 4) etc.
Linens, towels, shampoo, soap, hair dryers, toilet tissue and paper towels are all provided.
There is internet and three TVs for your enjoyment. The living room, twin room and master suite are all equipped with smart TVs.
There is outdoor seating under cafe lights in the fenced private backyard.
There is ample parking in the double driveway and attached garage.
Event rate varies.
No pet fee WITH approval! (Dogs and/or small animals in cages permitted. For allergy reasons, no cats please.)
City of Waco License Number: STR0000238-02-2020
Maximum 8 adults, of which no more than 4
individuals unrelated by blood, marriage or
adoption
CANCELLATION POLICY-
100% refund with cancellation more than 30 days of stay
50% refund with cancellation more than 14 days of stay
0% refund within 14 days of visit (however, $200 damage deposit will be returned)
This house has been a labor of love and is a true gem after its fixer-upper journey. This 3 bedroom home is nestled on a quiet street with charm both inside and out. Enjoy the updates and beauty of JoyHouse, whether gathered around the farm table, cozied up by the fireplace, playing games at the vintage game table, or relaxing under the cafe lights in the private, fenced yard.
JoyHouse sleeps 6 comfortably with one queen bed in private master suite. Enjoy an additional queen bed in a second bedroom. The third bedroom features two twin beds. Additional air mattresses also available. There are also portable cribs available.
Gather around a large table in the kitchen, perfect for making memories. Kitchen is well stocked with everything you may need during your stay, including a dual coffee maker, toaster, slow cooker, pot/pans, utensils, and all you would need to enjoy a bottle of wine (or 2,3 or 4) etc.
Linens, towels, shampoo, soap, hair dryers, toilet tissue and paper towels are all provided.
There is internet and three TVs for your enjoyment. The living room, twin room and master suite are all equipped with smart TVs.
There is outdoor seating under cafe lights in the fenced private backyard.
There is ample parking in the double driveway and attached garage.
Event rate varies.
No pet fee WITH approval! (Dogs and/or small animals in cages permitted. For allergy reasons, no cats please.)
City of Waco License Number: STR0000238-02-2020
Maximum 8 adults, of which no more than 4
individuals unrelated by blood, marriage or
adoption
CANCELLATION POLICY-
100% refund with cancellation more than 30 days of stay
50% refund with cancellation more than 14 days of stay
0% refund within 14 days of visit (however, $200 damage deposit will be returned)
Property manager
Gayla Smith
Premier Host
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Pre-Approval required. No cats.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Very strict NO smoking policy.
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
Waco
West Waco, a neighbourhood in Waco, is home to this holiday home. Waco Suspension Bridge and Fort House Museum are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Magnolia Market at the Silos and Central Texas Market Place. Carleen Bright Arboretum and Cameron Park Zoo are also worth visiting.
Waco, TX
What's nearby
- Lake Waco - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
- Extraco Events Center - 10 min drive - 10.6 km
- Central Texas Market Place - 12 min drive - 11.3 km
- Magnolia Market at the Silos - 14 min drive - 14.3 km
- Baylor University - 14 min drive - 15.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Whataburger - 4 min drive
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- George's Restaurant & Bar - Westrock - 4 min drive
- Sonic Drive-In - 3 min drive
- Poppa Rollo's Pizza - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Alice J.
17 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant Place to Stay
Alice J.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy R.
12 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous home in Waco
Amy R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lawrene
23 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!!
Lawrene
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Terri W.
6 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Terri W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Becky O.
2 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joyful
Becky O.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cathy D.
8 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Cathy D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tanner T.
25 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and hospitality
Tanner T.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Toni R G.
3 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home with Everything Needed
Toni R G.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joel L.
30 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home in quiet neighborhood
Joel L.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rose D.
2 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place for graduation from Baylor
Rose D.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Renee W.
27 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient roomy nicely decorated
Renee W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline A.
10 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Jacqueline A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Diana C.
24 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will stay again.
Diana C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Wendy C., Chicago
1 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at the JoyHouse
Wendy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sean C.
28 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home and host
Sean C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy H.
22 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Getaway
Amy H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nick H.
24 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great week
Nick H.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amber K.
17 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little home
Amber K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tammy C.
4 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home away from home.
Tammy C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hoyt M., Van Alstyne, USA
18 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect House for Baylor Family Weekend
Hoyt M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Barbara J.
3 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Experienced and considerate host
Barbara J.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Judy F.
26 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joy House is our favorite
Judy F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura D.
13 March 2019
Beautiful home with attention to detail for the renter. Definitely recommend!
Laura D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Judy F., Little Rock, Arkansas
14 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Joy House is a Joy
Judy F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
About the host
Hosted by Gayla Smith
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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