Come & stay at Jesse's place, a beautiful remodeled home with rich Waco history. Purchased in the 1970s by local Wacoan Jesse Contreras, owner of Jesse's Tortilla Shop since 1958, where you will find the best chips & salsa in town. Recently purchased by Jesse's grandson & transformed into its current state, Jesse's Place welcomes all guests to experience the old style pier & beam home with updated amenities & comfort. Immerse yourself even more during your Waco stay by choosing this property!
You will enjoy comfortable comfortable bedding, a fully stocked kitchen, a nice back yard and a great location for all things Waco. Some of Waco's finest eateries are less than 1 mile.
Magnolia - .5 miles Dr pepper Museum - .7 miles Waco Suspension Bridge - 1.4 miles Waco Downtown Farmers Market - 1 mile Jesse's Tortilla Factory - .6 miles Baylor University - 1.7 miles McLane Stadium - 1.6 miles Cameron Park Zoo - 2.5 miles Texas Ranger Hall Of Fame & Museum - 1.9 miles Texas Sports Hall Of Fame - 1.2 miles HEB Grocery - 2.7 miles Top Golf - 4.6 miles Cottonwood Creek Golf Course - 4.9 miles Cameron Park - 2.2 miles Mayborn Museum Complex - 1.3 miles Chick fil A - .2 miles Waco Mammoth National Monument - 6.7 miles Homestead Heritage - 11 miles
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Waco
Located in Brazos, a neighbourhood in Waco, this holiday home is near a water park. Fort House Museum and Waco Suspension Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Texas Sports Hall of Fame and Mayborn Museum Complex. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Foster Pavilion or Hurd Tennis Center. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
Magnolia Market at the Silos - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Baylor University - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
Dr. Pepper Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
McLane Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Waco Convention Center - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
McGregor Station - 25 min drive
Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 19 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min walk
In-N-Out Burger - 9 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 4 min walk
Whataburger - 5 min walk
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Jesse's Place - Magnolia/Baylor/Downtown Waco pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Jesse's Place - Magnolia/Baylor/Downtown Waco?
As of 29 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jesse's Place - Magnolia/Baylor/Downtown Waco on 27 June 2026 start from NZ$491, including 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 for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Jesse's Place - Magnolia/Baylor/Downtown Waco?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Jesse's Place - Magnolia/Baylor/Downtown Waco?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Jesse's Place - Magnolia/Baylor/Downtown Waco?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Jesse's Place - Magnolia/Baylor/Downtown Waco located?
Located in Brazos, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Fort House Museum, Magnolia Market at the Silos and Baylor University. Dr. Pepper Museum and Texas Sports Hall of Fame are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We loved this rental. We travel extensively and stay in many vacation rentals. This is one of the best. What we loved: 1. Location. Just great. Walk almost anywhere you want to go.2. Cleanliness. Super clean. No problems at all.3. Amenities. The house was wonderdully prepped with coffee, snacks, and a wonderful back patio and picnic area. 4. Communication. Prompt, professional, and helpful.This is our first choice next time we are in Waco.
We stayed for 2 nights and the property was clean, comfortable, and well thought out with special details. We would definitely return here again in the future… especially for a longer stay!
We loved our stay at Jesse’s place. Everything went seamlessly from the check-in to check out. The place was clean and beds comfortable. The kids loved the bunk beds and the cool video game in their room along with the outdoor area activities. We will certainly be back the next time we are in Waco. Thank you for a great stay!
Jesse’s place was such a warm, cozy, and beautiful home. Me and my family really enjoyed the outdoor space with corn hole and the kids enjoyed the bunk beds and arcade game. The kitchen was fully stocked and the big island was a nice touch. Easy access to just about everything was a plus! All furniture was very comfortable. Definitely will stay here again! Thank You for hosting us.
We really enjoyed our stay. Very clean house in a great location. The hosts were so great when we had questions and were able to provide great insight. Our son loved the basketball goal! We look forward to coming back!
Our family of 6 stayed for 3 nights during a recent trip to Texas. We did day trips to Austin and Fort Worth from Waco. The property description was accurate; the house is super cute and very clean! As others mentioned in their reviews the location is great if you are in town to visit the Silos or Baylor. A few of the surrounding streets are still going through revitalization. With that said we greatly appreciated the gated driveway for added privacy and security. But we note that at no time did we feel unsafe. Our kids very much enjoyed the basketball hoop, yard game, and covered outdoor seating area. We would definitely recommend this home to others. The only thing we felt we were missing in our stay were wash cloths and a few more pillows. But really the house was perfect. We went to a Baylor baseball game, went to the park along the river, spent hours at the Silos, designed hats at Ranch Hat Bar, visited the Dr. Pepper Museum, ate at Terry Black’s, Magnolia Table, Cappuccino Cafe, Magnolia Press and Silo Bakery for coffee and treats and even did a Whataburger and In & Out taste test. Day trips with easy drives to Austin for shopping and sights as well as Fort Worth for Stockyard and bull riding event at the Cowboy Coliseum. Really enjoyed our visit!
Great little house to stay for Baylor activities. Very clean and well equipped. Easy to find location near both downtown Waco and Baylor. Loved our stay!
This place is ADORABLE! They had chips and salsa waiting for us when we arrived. I took my daughter and her friends for a birthday weekend trip and it fit us comfortably. The neighborhood was a little questionable but otherwise I would highly recommend this place. They have it done so cute on the inside and it was nice and cool!
Erin W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa
24 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was very convenient to Magnolia and other things we enjoyed. The place was recently remodeled and very nice.
Jesse's Place was a great place to stay in Waco. Great location, close to campus, downtown and the football stadium. Clean, quiet and super easy to work with.
We hope to stay here again.