Escape to Bear Den Retreat—your private Waco sanctuary just 5 mins from Baylor
Whether you're gathering with family, going to the game or chasing Chip & Jo dreams, this Texas stay is where style meets soul.

Waco, Texas
$321 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

5 minutes from McLane Stadium, Downtown, 5 minutes from Magnolia! Cute two bedroom, 2 bath house. There are local channels available and streaming


Waco Vacation Rentals manages the property and is available to respond to any questions you have about the property or the check in process. You will be emailed a digital welcome LINK with area information 7 days before your stay, complete with popular places to see, favorite restaurants and things to do in Waco.
On the day of your arrival, you will receive a TEXT message and an EMAIL with access information at 1:00 pm Central Time for your vacation rental. This is self check in property at 3 p.m or after.


Bear Den isn’t just conveniently located—it’s perfectly positioned in the heart of Baylor. You’ll enjoy the serenity of a true neighborhood retreat with instant access to Waco’s most iconic destinations.

✓ Just 10 minutes to Magnolia Silos, Magnolia Table, and downtown Waco
✓ Quick hop to I-35—making Baylor, the Riverwalk, and Dr Pepper Museum easy day trips
✓ Surrounded by grocery stores, local restaurants, and essentials
✓ 15 minutes to Waco Regional Airport for smooth arrivals and departures

This is the best of both worlds: close enough to dive into all the energy and charm of Waco, yet far enough to relax, recharge, and retreat from the crowds.

At Bear Den there are no shared walls, no off-limits areas, and no awkward host check-ins. From the moment you arrive, everything you see is yours to enjoy—uninterrupted, unshared, and all about you.

✓ Private access to the entire 2-bedroom, 2-bath single-level home
✓ Fenced backyard all to yourself—ideal for pets, kids, or evening hangs, grill included
✓ Full-use kitchen with all cookware, appliances, and essentials
✓✓ Laundry room with washer, dryer, and detergent provided
✓ Smart TV, high-speed WiFi, and cozy spaces to relax or reconnect

Just minutes from I-35, McLane Stadium, Baylor University. This house has been fully remodeled in the past two years with a well stocked kitchen, and 2 bathrooms. Bedroom #1 has a Queen bed and Bedroom #2 has 2 twin beds.
Coffee, linens, gas grill and wi-fi provided. Location to grocery stores, shopping and everything downtown Waco has to offer is just minutes away.
The extra sleeping space in the living area is a futon and is best suited for children!

Backyard and Pets:
The huge, private, fully fenced backyard is your private sanctuary when the
weather is nice. Well behaved and vaccinated dogs are welcome to join you with nonrefundble pet fee.

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Sleeps - Max 4 people
Parking - Max 2-3 vehicles

Parking is off street, driveway large enough to fit two cars with the option to drive in past the gated area.
Car is recommended. Uber is available.

PETS ALLOWED
We love those furry bundles of joy. We allow maximum 2 pets with a $100.00 NONREFUNDABLE pet fee.

NO SMOKING INSIDE
Please refrain from smoking inside the home or within 25 feet of any exterior doors. Any smoking evidence will result in a $500.00 fee for oder removal, including duct cleaning, furniture, bedspread and carpet cleaning.

NO PARTIES/EVENTS
We kindly ask you to treat our home as your own to preserve its pristine condition for future guests and
your return visits. City of Waco has an ordinance that does not allow events or parties at our short term rentals. Violation can cause us to lose our permit to operate. Thank you for understanding and complying with this ordinance.

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  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 880 Sq Ft (82 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Fenced Yard Gas Grill
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Netflix Streaming Services TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 07:00 PM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Submitted Aug 20, 2019

    Stayed Aug 17, 2019

    I will be staying here again. It was extremely comfortable & cozy!

  • Jayme G.

    Submitted Sep 6, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    Cute house. I really liked that the driveway had a gate and nice sectioned off yard because we learned that night that we were next door to a frat house. They had a raging party behind us and started throwing trash over the fence. Then some jumped the fence and knocked on the windows at 3am. The rules say no parties and no parking on the street but both of those things are already happening all around the house. Also the floors on the house had so many soft spots/holes it was a little frightening walking around. But the beds were comfortable and it had everything we needed.

  • Lynne R.

    Submitted May 29, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    We were in Waco for our daughter‘s graduation from Baylor. The house was super close and convenient. Exactly what we needed!

  • MARK P.

    Submitted May 16, 2025

    Stayed May 13, 2025

    This was a very nice and clean place to stay. Great location for our needs. No issues. Easy check in and out.

  • Matthew R.

    Submitted Apr 20, 2025

    Stayed Apr 17, 2025

    Enjoyed the property and its layout. Walked into a cockroach in the hallway. Only issue i had

  • Kirk S.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2024

    Stayed Oct 14, 2024

    Everything was really good and the house was very well prepared for cooking. Best ever in a VRBO. The only thing that we didn't like was the uncomfortable couch. That thing is like a rock. Other than that is was great.

  • John S.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2024

    Stayed Aug 20, 2024

    Loved this place. Super close to campus and it was clean.

  • Submitted Jun 1, 2024

    Stayed May 26, 2024

    BAYLOR HOUSE was an ideal stay. Very clean, well stocked and a convenient location to everything just minutes away. If ever in the area would definitely stay again!!

  • Cynde S.

    Submitted Apr 30, 2024

    Stayed Apr 25, 2024

    Clean and well kept older home that was in neighborhood with many college houses. Appreciated all the little amenities on the property - was very thoughtful and helpful. Would not recommend this place for young children- college party on Saturday night was very loud. The hosts of the party did politely come over to warn us but still disturbed our sleep for many hours.

  • Jonray C.

    Submitted Apr 8, 2024

    Stayed Apr 1, 2024

    Traveling for work and this was a great stay! House was just as described and extremely convenient to work. Bed was comfortable and kitchen had everything I needed and more! Host left snacks which was so nice! I will definitely be back.

  • Ashley M.

    Submitted Mar 26, 2024

    Stayed Mar 10, 2024

    Check in was nice and easy. Location was great. Property was nice and clean. Would stay here again.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$321+
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