Title: The Merlot - Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=100548683&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Merlot - Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions ## Photo gallery for The Merlot - Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions ![House - The Merlot - Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions (Waco)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100550000/100548700/100548683/5ce70828.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Merlot - Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions (Waco)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100550000/100548700/100548683/1c82cca4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House - The Merlot - Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions (Waco)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100550000/100548700/100548683/ed65fb0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House - The Merlot - Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions (Waco)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100550000/100548700/100548683/02c2fbe7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House - The Merlot - Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions (Waco)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100550000/100548700/100548683/2ae3bf98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Merlot - Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## 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. ### The Merlot - Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions This vacation home features free self parking and free WiFi in public areas. The vacation home features a refrigerator, a TV, and a hair dryer. This vacation home offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: High-speed internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Street parking available - Free self parking on site - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Food and drink - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - 2 units ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100028700/100028700/225e636d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### AC Hotel By Marriott Waco Downtown Brazos - 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Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions Waco ## About the area Chalk Bluff, a neighborhood in Waco, is home to this vacation home. Cameron Park Zoo and Marlin Branch reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Homestead Heritage and Waco Mammoth National Monument. Hawaiian Falls and Texas Sports Hall of Fame are also worth visiting. [Visit our Waco travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Waco.dx286) [View more Vacation homes in Waco](https://www.expedia.ca/Waco-Private-Vacation-Homes.d286-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C31.65507%2C-97.14374&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=X_HbBR0XIpwZyjzYRvcR9U2E_vg=) Waco, TX ### What's nearby - ![Baylor sciences building, beautiful. If you look at a satellite view of this building along with the McLane Student Center, it looks like a bear claw](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/286/b366e53b-e923-4fba-b82b-9b7fcbe1a901.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Baylor University 9 min drive \- 14.5 km - ![Aerial view of the Magnolia Silos in Waco, Texas USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633860253250/8cf2bfc9-6e4c-4b22-92b4-00b5da981591.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Magnolia Market at the Silos 11 min drive \- 16.4 km - ![The city comes alive at night. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/286/130d7bd2-9b44-4df2-9c92-702c9c02a0b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Waco Convention Center 12 min drive \- 16.0 km - Homestead Heritage 2 min drive \- 2.3 km - McLane Stadium 10 min drive \- 14.9 km ### Getting around - Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) 16 min drive ### Restaurants - Whataburger 7 min drive - Chick-fil-A 7 min drive - McDonald's 6 min drive - Starbucks 6 min drive - Wendy's 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Merlot - Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at The Merlot - Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Merlot - Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions? ### What time is check-out at The Merlot - Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions? ### Where is The Merlot - Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Merlot - Unique Container Home Near Waco Attractions Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Russell Nov 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The attention to detail as far as the layout and decor was impressive. Communication was very good as well. Would definitely recommend. And would not hesitate to return, if the opportunity should arise. ##### Russell Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Candace Aug 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication Enjoyed our stay! The bed was great! Slept so well. The home had everything we needed and the details were very cute. The floor was rickety and use some repair as it was uncomfortable to walk on in some areas of the home. Outside of that, I have no complaints. Would rent again. ##### Candace Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jackie Oct 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort Disliked: Communication ##### Jackie Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Mar 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Westin At The Woodlands](https://www.expedia.ca/Conroe-Hotels-The-Westin-At-The-Woodlands.h13173066.Hotel-Information) > > [Boardwalk](https://www.expedia.ca/Galveston-Hotels-Boardwalk.h21513323.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Van Zandt](https://www.expedia.ca/Austin-Hotels-Hotel-Van-Zandt.h10269315.Hotel-Information) > > [Experience elevated comfort in this upscale 2-bedroom Dallas condo with pool views and exclusive access to an award-winning courtyard featuring a resort-style pool, hot tub, dry sauna, and lush lounge areas. 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