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Perfect Getaway On The River Yet Minutes Drive To Magnolia And Waco Attractions

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A campfire with two blue chairs around it, a metal barrel, and a body of water in the background.
A dining area with striped upholstered chairs, a central table with a vase of flowers, and a chandelier.
A spacious room with large windows, a cozy seating area with a sofa and chairs, a bed with floral bedding, and a small table with a lamp.
A cozy living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a staircase with a railing.
A kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a chandelier, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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China Spring, TX
  • Place, Lake Waco
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Waco Mammoth National Monument
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Hawaiian Falls
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Perfect Getaway On The River Yet Minutes Drive To Magnolia And Waco Attractions

The River Retreat has a peaceful setting on the Brazos River, allowing you to relax and enjoy the beautiful river view. A short distance to the Mammoth State Park, Cameron Park Zoo, Waco Regional Airport. 15 miles to Magnolia Market and less than that to McLane Stadium, Baylor University, Dr. Pepper Museum, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame, Waco Suspension Bridge, numerous eating establishments, nightlife, antiques, and tours.

Newly and completely renovated throughout, its beautifully decorated and very clean. Double oven, complete set of pots and pans, Keurig coffee pot, electric teakettle, toaster, microwave and dishwasher. Lighted covered parking, Large comfortable living area plus enclosed sun room. Large fenced yard perfect for outdoor games plus a fire pit for s'mores by the river.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Steps not suitable for small children
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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

Property # 7513137
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

China Spring

Located in China Spring, this cottage is on a river. Waco Mammoth National Monument and Waco Suspension Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center and Bowlero Waco. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Bosqueville Football Stadium or Extraco Events Center.
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China Spring, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Waco - 15 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Waco Mammoth National Monument - 18 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Hawaiian Falls - 21 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Riverbend Park Ballfields - 23 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Cameron Park Zoo - 26 min drive - 27.9 km

Getting around

  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Mexicano Grill and Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Griff's Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect Getaway On The River Yet Minutes Drive To Magnolia And Waco Attractions pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Perfect Getaway On The River Yet Minutes Drive To Magnolia And Waco Attractions?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Perfect Getaway On The River Yet Minutes Drive To Magnolia And Waco Attractions?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Getaway On The River Yet Minutes Drive To Magnolia And Waco Attractions?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Getaway On The River Yet Minutes Drive To Magnolia And Waco Attractions located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 12 miles (20 km) of Lake Waco, Bosqueville Football Stadium and Waco Mammoth National Monument. Hawaiian Falls and Riverbend Park Ballfields are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 134 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terri G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a really cute house! Very clean and it fit 6 of us easy. We all are already taking about coming back next year. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roberto M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
clean. Beds were comfy. 20 to 28 minutes to waco. Access to the river from the property. Good place to grill and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This space had everything we needed, and what a fantastic patio! Thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thomas E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was so adorable! It’s decorated so cute! It’s so cozy too! The host has thought of everything. The kitchen is fully stocked, towels are soft, beds are comfortable, a cute screened in porch area, books, games, and fire pit area by the water. Super clean too!!! You can access the river from the property. My 3 kids loved fishing and swimming all day. They caught 14 fish, they were excited!! I’d highly recommend staying here! We had a great time as a family!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad your family enjoyed the cottage and had fun fishing and swimming in the river. We'd love to welcome you back anytime for another relaxing getaway by the river!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I am 84 and my granddaughter is 30. The property was perfect for us. We enjoyed fossil hunting on the river and just enjoying the home. Surprisingly too cold to enjoy a fire, but if it had been hot, we couldn't have spent as much time outside. Enjoyed Waco National Monument. Went to Tonkawa Falls. Waco /Baylor Fossil Museum. Jace's Grocery. My granddaughter loved the porch bedroom. She spent a lot of time there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2026
Thank you so much for the sweet review! We’re so glad you both enjoyed your stay, especially the fossil hunting and relaxing by the river. It sounds like you had some wonderful adventures exploring Waco Mammoth National Monument and Tonkawa Falls too! We love hearing that your granddaughter enjoyed the porch bedroom so much. We’d love to host you both again anytime! 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monique J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication! Awesome and quaint and beautiful little spot! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This wonderful river getaway exceeded our expectations. Everything was wonderful. My wife loved the decor and I enjoyed access to nature. We will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2025
Thank you so much for the lovely review! We’re really glad you both had such a great time — it means a lot to hear that the decor was a hit and that you got to enjoy the nature around you. Can’t wait to have you back next time! 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danae F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
loved our stay! Everything was perfect. Linda had so many special touches. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ms. Linda's house was clean, inviting, and so much detailed thought went into the preperation and presentation for our stay. It was perfect for our kids and we really enjoyed the time. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taylor G.

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

Wonderful Retreat for a Girls Trip

We had a wonderful stay! The place was super cute, very clean, and had everything we needed for a comfortable visit. The host was incredibly responsive and made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Foster H.

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

Highly suggested nice place for privacy along Brazos

Very clean, sweet patios, river bank sitting area, and gallst water views to the north...highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to the water. Nice deck area. Host was very responsive. Would visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Retreat was perfect for our family! Quiet and cozy. We very much appreciated all the details put into the comfort and cuteness of the house. It was hard to get out of the lush beds. The location by the river was great and we loved the outdoor space. Linda has thought of everything you could need!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janci L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a lovely little cottage very close to the river and you can walk down to the river from the cottage. The host, Linda, was very kind and gracious and had lots of “extras” like popcorn and granola bars and water for guests and she has a wonderful flair for decorating. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 October 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! I’m so glad you enjoyed the cottage and its location by the river. It was a pleasure hosting you, and I’m happy to hear the little touches made your stay more comfortable. You’re always welcome back anytime — I look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff and Timberly J.

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

Fall Break Getaway

Great stay outside of the city!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family enjoyed very much their time in your wonderful home. Very inviting, comfortable with ample room for them to enjoy table games - which thoughtfully provided. They felt like they were in a "magazine". Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m truly happy to hear your family enjoyed their time and felt comfortable in the home. It means a lot to know the space felt inviting and that the games added to your time together. You were wonderful guests, and you’re welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Beautiful Home away from Home!!

Beautiful place. Immaculately kept!! Beautiful river location!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Si S.

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

Great for Waco Visitors

If you like peacefulness with a small town feel, take advantage of this gem next time you visit Waco. Easy access to Waco without the hustle and bustle of the city. Host was very communicative, and place was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barry M.

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

Great Accommodations

Very clean and comfortable. Everything we needed. Will definitely return. Especially loved access to the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

nice get away

great
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammie L.

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

Family vacay

We stayed here for our summer family vacation and it was beyond fantastic. The Retreat was amazing we made so many memories and had such a wonderful time,playing games,fishing ,floating in the river,laughing and just relaxing. We can't wait to go back and make more memories. The beds were wonferful,wonderful quiet location,it had everything you needed ,jusy bring yourselves and clothes. ,relax and enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2024
We had the pleasure of hosting Tammie and her family. So easy to communicate, super friendly, took great care of The Retreat. Tammie went above and beyond! She donated a note pad for our guests to leave comments/messages, and left everything cleaned and tidy. I highly recommend Tammie to any other host and would be very happy to welcome her again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

Clean, Comfortable, Cozy in the Country

We were pleased to stay here during the eclipse in April. The home is setup with all the amenities needed for a convenient stay, and our host was very gracious and friendly. While we felt out in the country, everything was close enough to be a convenient 15-20 minute drive. Would definitely recommend and would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

LOVE

Loved this place so much! So inviting and peaceful! My kids absolutely enjoyed it, they enjoyed the nearby creek which kept them pretty busy! Neighbor was very friendly also and let us use his property to access the creek! The aesthetic of the house felt so nostalgic yet so modern. Definitely would return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

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

Girls weekend

Perfectly clean and adorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

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