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Exterior
TV, offices
Exterior
Exterior
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 645 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Waco, Texas
  • Homestead Heritage
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Waco Mammoth National Monument
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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Interior

NEW! The Flagship 2 Story Container Home

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (11)
The price is €306
for 1 home
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
NEW! The Flagship 2 Story Container Home

About this property

Entire place

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

Stunning Container Home with Rooftop Terrace-The Cool River Helm

Summary
Waco's most captivating Airbnb—The "Cool River" 2-story Container Home, a YouTube sensation nearing 1M views! Walk to the incredible shops and restaurants of Homestead Heritage or play pickleball on our brand new court, all while being just 12-min from the heart of Waco! The well-lit rooftop deck has beautiful pasture views, perfect for evening cocktails. All together, there are two private suites for you, a bedroom and bathroom on each floor-- ideal for couples traveling together!

The space
Our unique home started with two shipping containers but has been transformed into an unforgettable space. The rooftop deck is lit for ambiance and might be our favorite feature. Catch the sunset over the pasture with a glass of wine, or enjoy the morning with a cup of coffee. Inside, there is ample natural light and beautiful design. You'll have all the modern amenities-- a cozy living space, 2 smart-TVs, pristine Queen-sized bedrooms, a kitchenette stocked with essentials, and full-sized bathrooms. When you’re ready to get active, head to our brand-new pickleball court! Everything at Homestead Heritage—Cafe Homestead, Homestead coffee roasting, and the Homestead Craft Village—is just a short walk away. There's so much to do, eat, learn, and see while you're here. We can't wait to share it with you. Thanks for staying with us!

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're just around the corner and ready to assist with anything you need, whether it's questions about the house or tips for your time in Waco. Enjoy a seamless check-in experience with the passcode we'll send you on the day of arrival.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Homestead Heritage. The vacation home offers a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and TV
  • 15 minutes by car from Magnolia Market at the Silos and 12 minutes from Baylor University

Property manager

VillaStay Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 480 square feet

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Stunning Container Home with Rooftop Terrace-The Cool River Helm Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girlfriends Trip

The container lodging experience was fun and comfortable! Everything was immaculate, with a nice decor. Lindsay, the host, was so nice and excellent on updates information before our arrival. We will definitely return for a future visit!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cool River

This is a lovely place. Would welcome a chance to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and accommodations

Very nice property 15 mins from Baylor campus. Perfect location. Very clean and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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