Holiday rentals in Thornton

The Firefly- Pvt drive Studio Apt, 5mins from Lake

The Firefly is located in heart of Dawson, Texas only a short drive to beautiful natural landscapes of country fields, small businesses, and five minute drive to the Navarro Mills Lake. You will enjoy the rural charm of a small town off the main road that will take you straight into Waco if you go West 40 minutes or Corsicana if you go East 30 minutes. The Firefly is 1.15 hours away from Dallas, Texas. If you are looking for a peaceful and relaxing vacation spot, we welcome you to the Firefly.

Da-MOO-de Farms

Nestled on 50 acres located near the tail end of Tradinghouse Lake & across the road from Lake Mart. Our cozy little farm is a wonderful place to sit back, relax, & enjoy the country life. Say hello to our cows & donkey, roast marshmallows over a fire, cast a line in one of our ponds, or take a peaceful walk down to the big lake. It is the perfect destination for a weekend getaway or rest from your visit to Waco & the Silo District (25 min), Baylor University (20 min), or Waco Surf (10 min).

The Ranch Cabin - 20 minutes to The Silos!

Welcome to "The Cabin" at Travers Cattle Company! Come enjoy a real life ranch experience. A true quaint and quiet retreat, free of TV or WiFi distractions, just nature and solitude! Reserve "The Cabin" for two or pair it with "The Barndiminium" for a shared experience with friends or family! The Cabin is located on a working ranch hub alongside "The Barndominium" and our workshop. Relish in this beautiful, peaceful country area with breathtaking sunsets and sunrises! Cell phones work!

The checkpoint - B side

Welcome to your quiet personal cottage in Waco Texas! One bedroom, one bath. It’s close to everything!! McLane Stadium! Baylor University! Extraco Event Center! The Silos, Magnolia Market & restaurant! Baylor Scott & White and much more! It’s a great place to stay if you are in town for a game, work, graduation, conference or whatever the occasion might be! This is a duplex home. Both units A&B are used for AirBnB. Entirely private, no shared spaces. Last home on the street behind a cemetery

Spacious log cabin for country getaway

LincolnPark is a spacious log cabin sitting on 12 acres, perfect for those seeking a peaceful getaway to enjoy nature, wildlife, and star lit skies. Our cabin has an open concept, 3 bedrooms, 2 full/2 half-baths and enough space for gaming and lounging with friends, family, and groups. The fully stocked kitchen includes stainless steel cookware and double ovens for your culinary needs. A propane grill and wood smoker is available for BBQ enthusiasts. LincolnPark Cabin would love to have you.

Serenity Place Close to Waco, Magnolia, & Baylor

This is a beautiful studio apartment located in the country with private entry & excellent views. The apartment is down the walkway on the left. We love being hosts and part of the Airbnb family! We are conveniently located about 15 minutes from Magnolia Silos and other points of interest such as the Zoo, Dr. Pepper Museum, Baylor etc. No pets without special permission from host, however there is a $25.00 pet fee because of the extra cleanup. We have a queen size bed &futon for guests.

Studio in town close to everything Waco offers.

A second story studio apartment with kitchenette, full bath With tub and shower, small refrigerator, Hardwood floors with an area rug, queen size new bed, Wi-Fi is strong and fast, TV has been added (November 2023)...Street parking. The apartment is 10 minutes from historic downtown, Baylor University and "Fixer Upper" Silos complex. Easy Exit from Interstate 35 north of the city...Washer and dryer in closet for longer stay! And a NEW Queen bed (Durant plush mattress on Feb. 9, '24.)

The Carriage House at Willow Spring Farm

Willow Spring Farm is a peaceful, gated acreage ideally located near Baylor University, downtown Waco, and the Silos District. Approximately 2 miles to McLean Stadium; approximately 3 miles to the Silos. Private parking right outside your door. The Carriage House is separate from the main house, and the barn. It's a piece of the country right outside the City. Have your morning coffee in a peaceful setting, then spend your days at Baylor events, or shopping in the Silo District.

Historic cottage in Cameron Park

Come stay in our Cameron Park guesthouse! Featured in book, "Historic Homes of Waco." Located on the historic Waco Penland estate, the cottage was built in 1924 and is newly renovated. Gorgeous new kitchen with marble countertop and subway tile. New bath has large shower & new fixtures, new carpet and tile. Tempurpedic mattress. Keurig w/lots of coffee! 5 mins to the Magnolia Silos and Downtown. Walk the grounds, or one block to Cameron Park for kayaking, biking, etc. STR418052020

Private cabin w/hot tub, in woods, small lake view

Private Cabin in the Woods with hot tub. Nestled in the middle of 3 very wooded acres this cabin has a Lake Limestone view from the front porch. With nature at its finest you can watch deer, squirrels, all kinds of birds and maybe a few other species if you keep a look out. Can you imagine seeing these animals and/or a lake view sunset with a glass of wine while sitting in the hot tub. Neighbors are hidden by the woods and you can take short walks with trails, hills and creeks.

Dan’s Place - 14 miles to Baylor & Magnolia

3 bedroom 2 bath, 1500 sq foot cottage close to Tradinghouse Lake. The cottage was built in the late 1940's and was totally renovated in 2017. It is isolated with only one neighbor across the street and is very peaceful. It has a small pond that has a fountain, and is stocked with Bass, Crappie, Bluegill and catfish. Fishing poles and baits are provided. Small gatherings/parties are permitted. I have had several small weddings in the past.

Red Farmhouse on 17 acres~20 min to Waco &Magnolia

Decorated by a licensed architect, this is a cozy two bed two bath farmhouse on 16+ acres. Enjoy the calm and seclusion of country life while being only twenty minutes away from conveniences of Waco. Pets are welcomed, please add them to your reservation. For events and design inquiries please contact us. This farmhouse has a full kitchen, an outdoor fire pit and BBQ. The lot has two ponds with fish ~ catch and release ~