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“Cool River” Helm™ model Container Home 12 minutes to Magnolia/Baylor

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Exterior
Exterior
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Sport court

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 645 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Waco, Texas
  • Homestead Heritage
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Heart O' Texas Speedway
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Hawaiian Falls
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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Exterior of the Home

NEW! The Flagship 2 Story Container Home

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (11)
The price is NZ$467
for 1 home
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
NEW! The Flagship 2 Story Container Home

About the area

Waco

With a stay at this vacation home in Waco (Chalk Bluff), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Magnolia Market at the Silos and Baylor University. .This vacation home is 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Waco Convention Center and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Homestead Heritage.
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What's nearby

  • Homestead Heritage - 7 min walk
  • Cameron Park Zoo - 11 min drive
  • Baylor University - 12 min drive
  • Waco Mammoth National Monument - 14 min drive
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Friday's Seafood And More - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪El Conquistador Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

“Cool River” Helm™ model Container Home 12 minutes to Magnolia/Baylor

Summary:
Waco’s most stunning and unique vacation rental–The Helm™ by CargoHome! Step from the upstairs suite to the well-lit rooftop deck for an evening cocktail. A fusion of 2 shipping containers, 20' and 40', the interior of this unique home is insulated and paneled in pine shiplap and trimmed in 100+ year old barn wood. One bedroom and bathroom downstairs and one bedroom and bathroom upstairs allows for two private suites for couples traveling together. Only 12 minutes from Magnolia Silos and Baylor.

The Neighborhood:
The location is a safe rural neighbourhood, just north of Waco and close to I-35. Surrounded by trees, cattle graze nearby. Guests are also welcome to use the lawn. Shop and eat in Homestead Cafe and Craft Village, only minutes away by road.

Getting Around:
You can park right at the house and Uber is available.

Interaction with Guests:
We live right around the corner so are available for anything you need including any questions on the house or your time in Waco. You can check yourself in with the passcode we’ll send you the day of check-in.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a microwave. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and an office.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

VillaStay Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 480 sq ft (45 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
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“Cool River” Helm™ model Container Home 12 minutes to Magnolia/Baylor Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 56 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Sandy G.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This Tiny House Community is A Hidden Gem for Families—Our Second Stay!
This was our second time visiting the Cool River Helm™ Container Home, and it was just as fantastic as our first! Myself and my three kids stayed here during our fall break, and we had an unforgettable time. The owners are absolutely magnificent—so friendly and responsive. The location is perfect for a peaceful getaway, just 12 minutes from Magnolia and Baylor. The sunset from the house is stunning, and we were thrilled to find they had added a Pickleball court since our last visit. My kids had a blast exploring the property, especially the pond in the center, where they loved seeing turtles and fish. The upstairs bed was a favorite of my two sons, who said it was super comfy! And the memory foam pillows? Incredible! Now I need to buy one for home! One small issue with the thermostat in the bedroom was quickly resolved—within 5 minutes of texting the owner, someone was there to fix it. The service was beyond impressive, and we were right back to enjoying our tiny house adventure. We can’t wait to come back again! This unique and charming tiny house is perfect for families, and it keeps getting better every time we visit.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aime M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick overnight stop - Cute and well stocked
Wish we had more time but we arrived late due to horrible traffic on the 35. Amazing container home. Easy location, great comm with owner, fully stocked. Our 3 teens enjoyed their space downstairs and my husband and I enjoyed our space upstairs. Would definitely come back for a longer stay maybe a girls weekend for our teens and I.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique, fun, and convenient
We (grandma, mom, teen girl) stayed here for one night for a short trip to Waco and loved it - wish we could have stayed longer! This was a perfect setup for us to have some space, even in a “tiny” home and was super comfortable. Directions were great, and these hosts have really thought of everything (like backlit unit numbers). The horses next door were a bonus! It’s good to know that the third bed is a twin air mattress, and that there are extra sheets for that but no extra blankets, so bring your own if you’ll have someone using that. This spot was well worth the money and we are already planning our next trip - we loved not having to do any cleanup, etc before leaving.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANNETTE R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tiny container Waco
Loved the unique stay close to Waco but in the country side. Very clean and so fun!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Positive Review
5 star…….0ne suggestion for property owners for safety……be extra careful when going out the door to go up the spiral staircase. One has a tendency to be looking DOWN at the boardwalk to avoid stepping off and you can get a pretty hard knock on the head, as the spiral staircase is CLOSE to the front door. We finally hung a plastic bag on the staircase as a warning. A pool noodle could be mounted at head level on the staircase corner. You MAY need to use the little space heater when it’s cold as there aren’t any extra blankets. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back AND refer our friends! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
Wonderful stay and beautiful clean property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
This was a delightful little house, cute and comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay. Communication with the host was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rassa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tiny house in a slice of heaven
The property was clean and well organized. The property manager was super attentive and made sure it we were all set! It was a great evening stop for us while we were on our way for a 36hr Kayak Fishing trip, will definitely book again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
First time staying in a "tiny house" AKA container house. Loved it. All the amenities were available and the check-in, check out was seamless. We will definitely book again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

caleb o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Tiny House
We had a great & quick stay in this unique tiny house converted from a shipping container. Kids loved the house, it was clean and smartly designed. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Great little spot. We highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, fun, and accommodating
Loved staying here! The tiny houses were nicely furnished and very well organized. The tenants are very welcoming. You won’t be disappointed with your stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful unique spot!
We really enjoyed our stay! Check-in was super easy (all digital) & upon arrival, the house was clean and exactly as portrayed online. There were some horses roaming just across the way which was super exciting for our two young girls. Our girls loved the tiny home experience!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
So unique!
Our family loved our stay in this tiny home! It was so cute and stylish. We enjoyed time together on the upper deck in the evening. It was the perfect place to stay during our quick stop in Waco to take in the Magnolia sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Experience
The house is wonderful, clean adnnd smelled so good. The house is comfortable and the views are amazing. The house came with coffee, creamer and filtered water. Netflix was also available on the tvs. The host communicated the most our of all VRBOs I have ever experienced. I literally had no questions because they communicated so well and was available. It was such a wonderful experience for my family to stay. Thank you Kenneth and Amanda's for this wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy K., victoria

Liked: Cleanliness
Great containers!
Fun property to stay in, really amazing what you can do with containers!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Getaway
Such a unique and charming place. We loved the decor and amenities, our host was super and always responded to questions. The uptop deck under the wide sky was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Container home was perfect!
Perfect space for my son and I for Baylor Homecoming Weekend. The container home was clean, fun, well-stocked, and especially loved the rooftop patio to kicking back and watching the sun set over the fields. Plus, love the location at Heritage Homestead with their coffee shop, market, and more to walk to. We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
1 night stay
Adorable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, Simple, Perfect for us
Had everything we needed for a comfortable overnight stay and the communication with the property manager was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place!
What a unique experience! Loved sitting out on the deck with coffee in the morning and watching the sun set in the evening. Cozy and comfortable- would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cargo container adventure
We were a little apprehensive about renting this remodeled container for 4 adults. However our concerns were unfounded. Yes, containers are narrow but clever design created a comfortable environment. Accommodations were clean and well stocked. Communication and transfer of information was outstanding. We wanted an adventure and we are so pleased with our stay!! We will certainly recommend to our friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time in unique lodging!
The container home is amazing! Great amenities and a really unique experience. Great location as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

RYAN H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Excellent property to stay at. Very clean, and as advertised. Excellent communication throughout the whole process. Property owners are great, and everything was flawless.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022