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{Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool

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Pool
Waddill Cottage - a 104 year old Craftsman home
Cozy front porch
Front porch
Living Area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
McKinney, TX
  • Chestnut Square Historic Village
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Collin College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Collin County Courthouse
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Dallas, TX (DAL-Love Field)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Murphy Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

{Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool

Located in Historic Downtown McKinney, Texas, this darling 106 year old cottage has been remodeled with modern kitchen and bathrooms. 15 minute walk or 3 minute drive to all of the charm, dining and shopping of Downtown McKinney. This cottage home is truly a gem and is a cozy retreat from the hustle and bustle of life!

Property manager

John & Alisa
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

McKinney

McKinney is home to this holiday home. Chestnut Square Historic Village and Ewing Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Walls of Clay and Caboose. Splitsville and Cosmic Jump Trampoline Entertainment Center are also worth visiting.
Map
McKinney, TX

What's nearby

  • Chestnut Square Historic Village - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Collin College - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Collin County Courthouse - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Medical City McKinney - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Allen Premium Outlets - 7 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Love Field Airport (DAL) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hutchins BBQ - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Asian Buffet - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool located?

Situated in McKinney, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Heard Craig Center for the Arts, Walls of Clay and Erwin Park Hike & Bike Trail. McKinney Repertory Theatre and Collin County History Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Such a great location and historic property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corban G.

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

Beautiful House

The place was so cute and perfect for my friends and I to catch up. The pool was great and the outdoor area was very nice to hang out in the summer
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

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

Girls weekend

This was the perfect house for our girls weekend in McKinney! We were able to walk to downtown for the farmers market and lunch and then had a nice relaxing afternoon out by the pool! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne F.

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

Staycation

Lovely, comfortable and had everything we needed. Four spaces for great conversations, inside and outside. Huge windows and a lot of light, blooming roses and hanging bird houses.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Birthday celebration

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Waddell Cottage!!! It had everything we needed for a girls weekend-so much character and charm! The pool was perfect for cooling down, and the outdoor area was fantastic! Being so close to downtown McKinney was a huge plus. We are planning on returning to Waddill Cottage in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda Z.

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

Weekend stay for family wedding

Photos show the beauty of this property accurately. I absolutely loved the home layout, decor and outdoor amenities. Location is excellent. Communicating with the owner was superb. This listing will forever be a family favorite, 10/10 will stay here again!!! A home I would love to own!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela M.

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

Best Ever Stay in McKinney, Tx

This home is absolutely adorable. It was perfect for the Cowgirl Tea Party we were hosting for the Bride To Be! Very Clean. Great location. I still can’t get over how perfect it is!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clay C.

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

Perfectly pristine

Mom and sisters were in town for my daughter’s wedding. The house was perfect and in a great lo cation. So much better than staying at a hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Spacious house with so much charm and amazing backyard!

We loved this house so much! There was plenty of space for all of us. There was so much character and it was in a beautiful neighborhood. The backyard was gorgeous with plenty of seating. It's also so close to downtown McKinney. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Family b-day celebration

Great property, really enjoyed the outdoor living space
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikael H.

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

Wedding weekend trip

I booked this cottage for a wedding weekend for my husband and me, our son, and my parents. The house was exactly as shown online. Lovely accommodations and very responsive host. Highly recommend this location if you’re planning a trip to McKinney!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEBBIE C.

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

Adorable place

We had four generations at this wonderful home. My 92 year old Aunt, two daughters and granddaughters enjoyed staying here. It was so much fun looking at all your special touches that made us feel right at home. We were close enough to town for my granddaughters to walk to town. We visited Texas Tulips. You must visit this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Van B.

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

Charming and well appointed

Older but well appointed home with character, nice furniture, updated kitchen, good beds. We had a great stay, and the house made our trip even more enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

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

SKAT Wedding

We 4 came to attend a wedding, so glad I went on line early and found this gem. TY for the wondrous and wonderful home you provided. Hopefully something will come up in the future in this neck of the woods so we can book again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melody P.

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

Fabulous!!!

Hosts are so responsive and helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Booked this home for a little girls staycation and it could not have been more perfect!! Communication with the hosts is easy and prompt from booking to check out. The house itself is so well decorated it doesn’t feel like an empty rental, it has a cozy lived in feel and made for the perfect backdrop for our girlie pop weekend. The house was big enough that we never got cabin fever, utilized every inch from the porch swings to the pool, front porch to the spacious gazebo. The kitchen was well stocked, even had an infusion pitcher perfect for sangria, baking plates for cinnamon rolls, plenty of coffee grounds to get through the mornings and cups for the pool and cute photos. We played card games on the spacious dining table, lounged in the living room and watched movies when it rained, sunned in the pool while watching the cardinals feed their babies in a nest in the gazebo. My favorite part of this trip was drinking sangria on the front porch watching the neighborhood with the girls during a thunderstorm. The beds were absolutely cozy, the AC worked well, the check in process was easy and we had absolutely everything we needed for an absolutely memorable weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

perfect stay in charming town

The Waddill Cottage was such a great house in which to relax and enjoy ourselves while in town for a family wedding. The large kitchen was well appointed with anything we would need for meals. We loved the outdoor spaces .... the spacious front porch in the mornings and the back covered patio in the afternoons and evenings. The beds were comfy. We loved the large living room and dining room since we were there with my sister and her husband, and much playing of games and visiting was done! We walked to the downtown a couple of times, which was fun. The owners, John and Alysa, were responsive and easy to communicate with when we had questions, etc. We are so glad we chose this house to settle in while in McKinney!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

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

Great for families!

Fantastic place. Beautiful old-school-cottage-like house. Old timey light fixtures, decor, etc. Very comfortable though. Everything works great. Wood floors, big kitchen. All the beds very comfortable. Then there’s the outside patio area… BOOM! Fantastic, plenty of seating. Can’t say enough about that patio area… really takes the place over the top. Pool is pretty small (you won’t be doing laps in it) which was great for us because we have 3 grand babies that all need floaties, so the size of the pool made it easy to keep all the kiddos corralled. But the pool is plenty big enough for everyone to get in and cool off in the Texas summer (we stayed for July 4th). Also: there is a small gate that surrounds the pool area that the little ones can’t get through or climb over. This makes grandma and grandpa very happy! Overall, LOVED the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison V.

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

Bachelorette Weekend

We booked this beautiful home for a relaxed bachelorette weekend and couldn’t have had a better time. The home is beautiful and clean, the hosts were so responsive, and the beds were COMF. Absolutely would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danette F.

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

We truly enjoyed our stay. The cottage was clean, very inviting, and very charming!

We would love to visit again, my favorite VRBO!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa N.

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

Wind Down on Waddill

The 1920s cottage was very charming! It is located in a mature and peaceful neighborhood conveniently only about one mile from the downtown historic & cultural district where shopping and restaurants abound. The cottage was spacious with comfortable furnishings and rooms. We enjoyed the swings on both the front and back porches. We took refreshing plunges in the swimming pool too! Communications with the host were easy & flawless. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia J.

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

Most Adorable House!

This 1900s house has some serious charm! Absolutely adorable. It was perfect for our group! There was outdoor seating in two different areas, plenty of indoor seating, and enough linens for our whole group! It was right around the corner from downtown McKinney, which is where we spent most of our time eating and looking in shops. It’s also easy to get to the highway for anyone wanting to head to Allen or Dallas. The owners were easy to connect with if I had any questions.We loved our stay and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean M.

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

McKinney Charm

Cute house in quiet neighborhood. We spent most of our time by the pool and outdoor living space. One mile from Historic Downtown…great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue B L.

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

Best VRBO rental to date!

Really enjoyed this beautiful home with its unique decor and great spaces indoor and out. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

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

Thanksgiving Family vacation

Your home was beautiful and comfortable with plenty of space for everyone. The kitchen was well stocked and had great cooking space. Beds were comfortable and the outdoor area was a great place to hang out w family. We would highly recommend this home and we look forward to renting again when we are back in Texas! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

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