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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Waco, TX
  • Lake Waco
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cameron Park Zoo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Dining/Office Area

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Cactus Casa - Next to Lake Waco - 15m to Downtown Waco - PET FRIENDLY

Welcome to The Cactus Casa!

Located across the street from picturesque Lake Waco and just a 15-minute drive to downtown, Magnolia Market, and McLane Stadium, our 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is the perfect retreat. Our home also features a bonus room equipped with a standing desk and formal dining table, ideal for remote work or family meals.

Comfort and Convenience:

- Bedrooms: Two queen beds, one full bed, and one twin rollaway bed comfortably sleep up to 7 adults.
- Family-Friendly: A pack-n-play and high chair are available upon request.
- Spacious Backyard: Enjoy a large backyard perfect for outdoor activities and pets. In July 2024, a new flagstone patio and propane firepit with a seating area were installed. (Pictures coming soon!)
- Updated Interior: Our fully renovated home features modern amenities while maintaining a charming Texas-themed design.
- Bonus Room: Perfect for remote work or extra dining space.

Explore the Outdoors:

- Bring Your Bikes or Boat: Take advantage of the beautiful natural scenery surrounding Lake Waco.
- Nearby Parks: Explore Cameron Park, Brazos Park, and the Waco Mammoth National Monument, all just a 5-to-10-minute drive away.

Local Attractions:

- Events and Concerts: The Extraco Event Center, only 7 minutes away, hosts the annual Heart O' Texas Fair & Rodeo and various events year-round.
- Magnolia Market and More: A short drive takes you to popular attractions like Magnolia Market, perfect for shopping and dining.

Amenities:

- Fully-Equipped Kitchen: Cook meals with ease in our modern kitchen, complete with a crock pot, Ninja blender, and Ninja drip coffee maker.
- Laundry: In-house washer and dryer for your convenience.
- Pet-Friendly: Your furry friends are welcome here!
- Family Fun: Enjoy an assortment of children’s Texas-themed books and a variety of family board and card games.
- Beautiful Neighborhood: Nestled in a quiet, beautiful neighborhood, perfect for a peaceful and relaxing stay.

Guest Experience:

We take pride in providing a welcoming and comfortable stay. Enjoy our thoughtfully designed space with unique Texas touches that make The Cactus Casa feel like a home away from home. Whether you’re here for relaxation, adventure, or to explore the heart of Texas, we are dedicated to ensuring you have an unforgettable stay.

We can't wait to welcome you to The Cactus Casa!

Property manager

Lindsey Bednar
Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Waco

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Cedar Ridge, a neighbourhood in Waco. Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center and Bowlero Waco are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Waco and Riverbend Park Ballfields. Hawaiian Falls and Cameron Park Zoo are also worth visiting.
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Waco, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Waco - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Extraco Events Center - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Cameron Park Zoo - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Baylor University - 11 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • McGregor Station - 25 min drive
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kitok Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wako Taco - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Martha's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Nueva Michoacana - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cactus Casa - Next to Lake Waco - 15m to Downtown Waco - PET FRIENDLY pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at The Cactus Casa - Next to Lake Waco - 15m to Downtown Waco - PET FRIENDLY?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cactus Casa - Next to Lake Waco - 15m to Downtown Waco - PET FRIENDLY?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cactus Casa - Next to Lake Waco - 15m to Downtown Waco - PET FRIENDLY located?

Located in Cedar Ridge, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Lake Waco and within 3 miles (5 km) of Hawaiian Falls and Riverbend Park Ballfields. Magnolia Market at the Silos and Baylor University are also within 6 miles (10 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. 49 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J.

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

State Tennis Tournament

We stayed in Waco for a TAPPS state tennis tournament. We were able to bring our two dogs and family. We ate multiple meals at the house, enjoyed relaxation time when not at the courts and accommodations were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

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

Wonderful Stay!!

The property was extremely clean and quiet neighborhood. The property owner made everything easy and would give 10 stars!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

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

Perfect spot for family gathering.

We celebrated Thanksgiving and I was ver impressed with the well stocked kitchen. Also, my family loved the fire pit and comfy living room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobby U.

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

Waco Bayor Homecoming

Great property for a stay in Waco
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

debbie q.

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

Perfect Oasis

Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh L.

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

Perfect house

We loved everything about this house and would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan H.

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

3313

We enjoyed our stay, especially the fireplace during the cold snap.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B.

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

Nice area and home

We enjoyed our second stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Great place!

Just as advertised. No suprises. Easy check in. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

liz c.

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

Waco holiday

The property manager was very accessible by text. We were able to access the home early and we found a very welcoming home including Christmas trees lighted. I might suggest that the host have some extra garbage bags on hand as well as some travel size laundry detergent
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Great Property! Well stocked kitchen and bathrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark & Pam W.

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

Wonderful property in Waco

This property was perfect for our needs. We were in Waco for the Half Ironman Triathlon. We had two couples staying here. Great location. Roughly 2 blocks from entrance to the walking/biking trail over the dam at Lake Waco. We will use this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J.

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

State Tennis tournament

Needed a place to stay for a tournament. Less than 5 mins from the tournament location, easy access to groceries, clean accommodations and able to bring our pups! Nice to cook at the house and save time/money on eating out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

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

Great Stay

House was very clean and ready for us, including some snacks and cupcakes waiting for us upon arrival. Beds were very comfortable. We will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

noahjster J.

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

Eclectic charm in a cozy nook

Well we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here at the cactus casa. Beautiful location with decorative landscape and views. Lindsey is a great resource. She answered any and all of our questions in a timely manner. And made sure that our needs were met. I highly suggest to stay here.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesica R.

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

Clean and nice furniture/love the neighborhood

Clean and nice furniture/love the neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meka B.

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

Absolutely perfect!!

We stayed here for family Christmas with our grown children and it was the best time ! The house was spotless, beds super comfy, kitchen had everything we needed, and the cute house details made our stay even better! Fantastic host and we would rent again any time !
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

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

Loved this home

We absolutely loved this home and the cute street it is on. We moved our daughter into Baylor for her freshman year and this home made the transition easier with being able to relax and visit with comfort and get all of her supplies together. The air conditioning worked amazingly, the beds were all very comfortable and the home was clean. Very impressed.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Obie W.

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

Great time

Lindsey was a wonderful host and provided an excellent experience to my family and I for our annual holiday time. Quiet neighborhood with quick convenience to shopping and restaurants. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Robyn C.

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

Great stay

The house appears just as it’s listed. The area is nice and truly 15min from downtown or anything Baylor related. We stayed 5 days and ran out of toilet paper which the homeowner says that “they don’t supply for the whole stay”, which is my only negative.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne F., Wylie, USA

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

Very clean property adjacent to Lake Waco

We were very impressed with this spotlessly clean property next to Lake Waco. Another thing we loved was the secure parking inside the gate at the backside of the home and the beautiful shaded yard with the deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Family friendly stay

We enjoyed our stay at this house and it was perfect for us traveling with dogs and two kids under 2! The owner was very responsive. We found the house well stocked and clean. There also were plenty of options to accommodate 5 adults and 2 kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

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

Very comfortable, safe and clean

We enjoyed our stay at the Cactus Casa....check in was very easy and host was great to communicate with. It was our first trip with the pups and the location couldnt have been more accomidating! My kids loved the added snacks (especially the candy...haha). We had everything we possibly needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen J.

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

Clean home with a great yard.

Everything was as advertised. The house was clean and all amenities were present. During the stay we had a few questions and they were answered quickly. We enjoyed the total eclipse and then had a barbeque out back. Lots of fun and would stay again. Quiet neighborhood-plenty of parking and across the street is Lake Waco with a wonderful walking trail.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha Lucia M.

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

Amazing Time!

We came for a girls trip to hang out by the lake and do the winery about 20 min away! This house was perfect because it was in great location to downtown as well. We loved the patio and enjoyed it so much. House in general is very clean and perfectly accommodated our group! Will for sure be looking for this place again if Waco calls us back :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lindsey Bednar

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