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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Interior
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101314 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Moody, Texas
  • Popular LocationBelton Lake19 min drive
  • Popular LocationBaylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple20 min drive
  • Popular LocationTemple Mall25 min drive
  • AirportWaco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)52 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.

'Willows Nest Inn' - Moody Home Near Belton Lake!

Come spend a relaxing retreat at 'The Willows Nest Inn,' a 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental home situated on a beautiful plot of land in the heart of Texas. Enjoy the sweet simplicity and relaxations of life when you stay at this lovely home. You'll love the small town feel of Moody and the proximity of cities such as Temple, Austin Salado, Waco, McGregor, Gatesville, and Crawford. The enjoys views of surrounding horses and farm fields from the front and back porches.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Family Friendly | Pets Welcome | 1,314 Sq Ft

Enjoy serene views from one of 2 porches, soak up some sun as you explore across 4 acres, venture out to museums and more when you stay at this peaceful property in Moody!

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: 2 Twin Pullout Beds | Additional Sleeping: 2 Fold-Out Twin Beds and Playpen with sleeper combo available upon request

OUTDOOR LIVING: 4 acres of land, 2 furnished porches, grill, fire pit, convertible outdoor chairs/picnic table, kid’s play set
INDOOR LIVING: Open living area, 2 flat-screen TVs (one being 32"), dining table, bedroom 1 w/ flat-screen TV and full en-suite bathroom w/ double sinks and shower/tub combo
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, Keurig coffee maker
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, air conditioning, ceiling fans
PARKING: Driveway

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES: Belton Lake (10.0 miles), Mother Neff State Park (13.3 miles), Stillhouse Hollow Lake (22.6 miles), Brazos River (33.4 miles)
NEARBY CITIES: Temple (13.5 miles), McGregor (16.4 miles),Crawford (22.8 miles), Salado (29.2 miles), Waco (31.2 miles), Gatesville (32.0 miles), Austin (80.2 miles)
RESTAURANTS: Mexico Lindo (5.3 miles), Lucy’s Cafe (6.0 miles), Backyard BBQ (10.7 miles), Eagle’s Landing Restaurant & Grill (11.1 miles), Our Daily Bread (11.1 miles), Johnny’s Steak House (25.5 miles)
AIRPORT: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (85.5 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with $100 per stay fee
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Must call the county burn ban hotline at (254) 933-5555 before starting a fire in the fire ring
- NOTE: Do not park in the surrounding yard. Please keep vehicles parked in the driveway only

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,314 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Moody

This vacation home is located in Moody. Summer Fun Water Park is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mother Neff State Park and Nealy Park. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Belton Lake - 19 min drive
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple - 20 min drive
  • University of Mary Hardin-Baylor - 21 min drive
  • Temple Mall - 25 min drive
  • Bell County Expo Center - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • McGregor Station - 22 min drive
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lucys Cafe - 7 min drive
  • Viejo Jalisco Taqueria & Grill - 18 min drive
  • The Pit Stop - 9 min drive
  • Pendleton Pump - 13 min drive
  • McDonald's - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Willows Nest Inn' - Moody Home Near Belton Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'Willows Nest Inn' - Moody Home Near Belton Lake!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Willows Nest Inn' - Moody Home Near Belton Lake!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 'Willows Nest Inn' - Moody Home Near Belton Lake! located?

Situated in Moody, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Nealy Park, Mattie Neely Park, and Cedar Creek Wildlife Management Area. Belton Lake and Optimist Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
It was very comfortable accommodations and clean. It was also a relaxed location and atmosphere, for us to stay. We would definitely consider this location again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Candice H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty
The sheets on the master mattress were dirty. Abrasive gunk on the sheets along with multiple pieces of hair. The master mattress could have been taken straight from a dump and put directly into that master bedroom. The hall bath toilet was filthy and unclean. The entire place is grimey and poorly maintained. I contacted the on call property manager directly.. never received a response. I contacted Evolve and it took a month to get a credit that didn’t cover the cleaning fee. Vrbo would do nothing because I did not contact them while in the house ( we were there less than two day ). We are now former customer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country comfort
We really enjoyed the rural privacy of this property! The massive yard is fully fenced and was perfect for our two small boys to run and play in with minimal parental stress. The layout of the house is also super family friendly. Both front and back porches are cozy and inviting for cold sweet tea and good conversation. I’m certain we’ll be staying again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Mixed reviews
If you are looking for a place that is out in the country with nothing around, this is for you. The house is not represented well in the outside front photo. The front has massive overgrown trees (some half dead). The fire pit does not have stumps as in the picture, but what looked like old school desks around it. The grill is charcoal and very old. The house itself is old but clean. It reminds me of my grandmothers house. Outdated furniture and decor. Could not get the shower in the master bath to work. Back outside light didn’t work. The property is surrounded by what looks like a family compound of about 3 houses on the right. Behind the house is a pasture with a horse. We never saw anyone tend to this poor horse with food or water for 3 days. Since this is your only view from the back porch it’s pretty hard to not notice or care. The outdoor furniture is metal and SO uncomfortable we went and bought chairs to sit in. Since the house is in the middle of nowhere it would have been nice to at least have comfortable outdoor seating. On the positive side, the washer and dryer are very nice as well as the fridge. The king sized bed in the master was very comfortable! And the water pressure and hot water in the guest bath were awesome. This rental served our purpose of getting off the grid for a few days but we were disappointed overall with the condition of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janie J., Temple Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas
We enjoyed our time here. It was the perfect place for our family to meet up. The country setting was so nice, and we spent a lot of time enjoying the outdoors.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Sherri Y.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Visit
It was comfortable and nice. My kids liked seeing the horses in the pasture behind the house
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Our lil vacation
Very nice home ! Enjoyed all the space and comfy beds ! It was very nice of them to leave us a bottle of wine which we enjoyed and had a relaxing time !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lois J., Granbury, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for family get togethers
This was the our type of rental, in the country, no traffic noise. You will hear the trains in the background, my husband’s a train watcher, but you can’t see them. Fort Hood is near by and do practice exercises. Sound like distant thunder.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trisha P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
The manager was very nice and accommodating. The house was nice and felt homey. Had everything we needed and then some. Would love to stay there again when we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

KAREN R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful rural setting, with modern amenities.
Spacious fenced yard, with a friendly horse the next yard over. Lots of room to run. Rural area, but close to small town with a nice grocery store, and a larger area with many good restaurants. very quiet. the house is charming and nicely appointed. I wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kyle J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Country Home
This place was amazing!! The outdoor fire pit & grill were the best for having a beer at night. It was clean and the beds were nice ! Will stay again the next time we are in town !

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Prefect
This is the best place I have ever stayed at. We were Fishng Lake Belton had plenty of room for trucks and boats. Very nice inside and out
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful country cottage
So peaceful and perfect for what we needed. Owner very helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We enjoyed the property, the peace and quiet. We used the fire ring outside and just sat out on the porch. I have been working in Temple and have had to use a VRBO every week and this has been by far the BEST. Also, the host was very helpful and responsive. I have already booked my next stay. The only thing I would say is bring your own coffee cups. The cups in the house barely hold the coffee from the Keurig and if you want to add creamer or something, forget it.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nikki J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country Haven
This is an older style home but everything was clean and welcoming. It was perfect for what we needed. Sitting on the front porch listening to bullfrogs in the evening was so relaxing. Amy was a great host couldn't be more pleased with our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!!
The property is beautiful! The kids played in the yard the entire time no matter how cold it was. We loved being able to see and hear all the different animals. Plenty of bedding. If I had to be in this area again I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roxanna S., Houston, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Best quick get away ever
I am so thankful for all those involved in making this stay such a wonderful one. We were craving peace and quiet outside of our busy city and lives and this house and property delivered. I recommend it to everyone that is looking for peace and quiet in a beautiful area. Thank you again for providing such a beautiful home with all the amenities we needed. Even my dog was calm and relaxed! My family and I will never forget this stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House South of Waco
My family (three generations) stayed at Willows' Nest Inn recently for Baylor Homecoming and had a fantastic time. The house is about 30 minutes away from campus so not to far. Everything that we needed was at the house and we enjoyed the weekend together as a family. My only regret was not getting to use the fire pit for s'mores! My son and I got up on morning and went for a run up and down the country road and didn't see a single car (but we did see lots of cows and goats). Sunday morning we drove into Moody and picked up some donuts and kolaches for breakfast. Super easy check-in process and communcation with Amy and Rita was great. My family will definitely keep this house in mind for future Baylor trips.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Stay
I had to go to a conference in Waco but didn't want to stay in the city. This was a great alternative- close enough to Waco but very much in a country setting. I forgot the directions and I don't have gps, but the property manager was great and helped me navigate my way to the property. The large lot size was great as I brought my dogs and they had room to run and play. I really like that it was fenced and gated so my dogs stayed in the yard (and other dogs out of the yard). The house was very clean and very large, the air conditioning worked great. You could hear the train go by and the sunsets were marvelous. I added on another night after my conference was over so that I could explore the area more. Mother Neff State Park is nearby and was well worth the visit. If I'm ever in Texas again, I would certainly stay here. Thanks for providing a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Staci R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful!
My mom, husband, and I stayed over Labor Day weekend to visit our son who lives in Temple. The house was extremely clean and comfortable. It smelled good every time we walked in the door! Our little Aussie loved playing frisbee in the big yard. It was very relaxing and peaceful. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country Setting Close to Belton & Temple
We very much enjoyed our stay at Moody & will definitely book again. It was the perfect size home. The beds were comfortable. The bathrooms had everything we needed. The kitchen was stocked. The living room was comfortable. There was plenty of room for parking. The firepit was nice to sit around in the evenings. We loved the country setting while being close to Belton & Temple. The owners left some delicious watermelon for us which was much appreciated. We loved sitting on the porch in the morning, drinking our coffee, and listening to the cows and chickens. Moody had everything we needed and more!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful property and thoughtful owner
We had a great time staying here. Our hostess was very kind and even left some fresh grown fruit waiting for us when we arrived! Thank you for the lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Country Home
Overall nice but queen room could use new mattress and some of the washcloths needed replaced. But enjoyed the country space.

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Awesome place close to lake Belton
Excellent boat parking, plenty of room, peace and quiet!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Great place to relax and unwind from the noise of the city
Hosts were great and accommodating. The kitchen had all the equipment you need to cook up some awesome meals and more importantly it was clean, clean!!!! There were 9 of us that stayed in the home and it was a perfectly cozy place to spend quality time together. Our family most definitely got quality rest and relaxation during our stay. We would definitely recommend the property and hosts to others!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018