Photo gallery for Escape to Bear Den Retreat—your private Waco sanctuary just 5 mins from Baylor<br>Whether you're gathering with family, going to the game or chasing Chip & Jo dreams, this Texas stay is where style meets soul.





In the heart of Baylor, this 2-bedroom house offers a cozy retreat. Enjoy Netflix streaming and local channels in the comfort of your own home, equipped with a well-stocked kitchen and two bathrooms. Take advantage of the private backyard or explore nearby attractions like McLane Stadium and Magnolia Market.
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 4 880 sq ft
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Brand New 3BD/2B Home - 2 min from Baylor U, 3 min from Magnolia
Brand New 3BD/2B Home - 2 min from Baylor U, 3 min from Magnolia
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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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
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A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
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About the neighborhood
Baylor, a neighborhood in Waco, is home to this vacation home. Texas Sports Hall of Fame and Dr. Pepper Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hurd Tennis Center and Cinemark Waco. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ferrell Center or Foster Pavilion.

Waco, TX
What's nearby
- Baylor University - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
- Magnolia Market at the Silos - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
- Dr. Pepper Museum - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
- Waco Convention Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
- McLane Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
Getting around
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 10 min walk
- George’s Restaurant Bar & Catering - 15 min walk
- Dancing Bear Pub - 11 min walk
- Fuego Tortilla Grill - 8 min walk
- Shorty's Pizza Shack - 7 min walk
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Reviews
Escape to Bear Den Retreat—your private Waco sanctuary just 5 mins from Baylor<br>Whether you're gathering with family, going to the game or chasing Chip & Jo dreams, this Texas stay is where style meets soul. Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
9.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
9.0
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
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May 16, 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lynne R.
May 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close and convenient
Lynne R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
John S.
Aug 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding and convenient
John S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Celeste G.
May 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waco
Celeste G.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ashley M.
Mar 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay!
Ashley M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Phillip M.
Oct 18, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
IronMan Weekend
Phillip M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Deanna B.
May 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable little house
Deanna B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patrick O.
Mar 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House
Patrick O.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Vicki C.
Sep 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to Baylor U
Vicki C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Collins A.
Jun 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Collins A.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nichole S.
Mar 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome place to stay in Waco
Nichole S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Madi R.
Nov 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Trip
Madi R.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jonray C.
Apr 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Jonray C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen F.
May 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Karen F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Matthew R.
Apr 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My stay
Matthew R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan C.
Feb 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very responsive management
Jonathan C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Angie F.
Jun 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Property
Angie F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dana V.
Jun 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick trip to texas
Dana V.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael M.
Jun 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Michael M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kirk S.
Oct 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great house and great location
Kirk S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alan M.
Jun 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very happy
Alan M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Trava D., Paris, Texas USA
Aug 24, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Pet Friendly!
Trava D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Cynde S.
Apr 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Cute small home close to area sights
Cynde S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kim Phuong T.
Jul 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and convenient in Waco
Kim Phuong T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie J.
Oct 17, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to Baylor
Stephanie J.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022