Title: Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic! Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42380000/42377400/42377377/w2048h1535x0y0-6d1fd549.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42380000/42377400/42377377/3babb7cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42380000/42377400/42377377/26575ca1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42380000/42377400/42377377/w1536h2047x0y0-4e195cb5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42380000/42377400/42377377/1ddbb0b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the charming Austin Ave/Castle Heights neighborhood, The English Writer’s Cottage offers a unique retreat with 12-foot coffered ceilings and cozy rooms. This beautifully designed home seamlessly blends old-world charm with modern touches, making it an ideal haven for your stay. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic! The English Writer ‘s Cottage is a Wonderfully Charming and Unique home! The “English Writer’s Cottage,” earned its name for its English Cotswolds meets Santa Barbara bungalow aesthetic, & sits perfectly situated in the historical and picturesque Austin Ave/ Castle Heights neighborhood, just 3-5 min from Baylor & Downtown Waco. Don’t miss this special house! When you walk in, you are greeted with 12 foot coffered ceilings and cozy rooms for all your guests. Wonderful touches abound where modern meets old world. Jill Mashburn Barrett, creator of the world famous Common Grounds coffee shop by Baylor University, and The Falcon +Owl vintage home goods & interior design studio, has added her special touch of keeping true to the homes vintage, bungalow roots, while weaving in modern design features to make your stay truly enjoyable. The home has the following beds: Master Bedroom: King 2nd Bedroom : Queen 3rd Bedroom: Queen ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - On a lake - On a river ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69940000/69939600/69939580/5ae5538e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk to the River or Downtown. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number STR0000415-05-2021 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C31.53936%2C-97.15308&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=j2-j-ooRFXQwAHyXj79akWZLpig=) Waco, TX #### What's nearby - Dr. Pepper Museum - 4 min drive - 3.4 km - Magnolia Market at the Silos - 5 min drive - 3.4 km - Waco Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.7 km - Baylor University - 5 min drive - 3.7 km - Extraco Events Center - 6 min drive - 3.7 km #### Getting around - McGregor Station - 22 min drive - Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina - ‬2 min drive - ‪Las Trancas - ‬7 min walk - ‪Jimenez Bakery - ‬2 min drive - ‪Lolita's - ‬15 min walk - ‪Toasted Yolk - ‬18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic!? > As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic! on Dec 2, 2025 start from CA $317.32, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Waco-Hotels-Curated-Boutique-Stay-In-A-1920s-English-Bungalow-Modern-Twist-On-A-Classic.h42377377.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Curated boutique stay in a 1920s English bungalow. Modern twist on a classic! located? > Located in Austin Ave., this vacation home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Dr. Pepper Museum and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Magnolia Market at the Silos. Waco Convention Center and Bowlero Waco are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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