{Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool

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Waddill Cottage - a 104 year old Craftsman home

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Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82300 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Fireplace
Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

McKinney, TX

Collin College
‪3 min drive‬
Chestnut Square Historic Village
‪3 min drive‬
Collin County Courthouse
‪5 min drive‬
Dallas, TX (WSL-North Dallas Heliport)
‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Murphy Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

About this property

Located in Historic Downtown McKinney, Texas, this darling 106 year old cottage has been remodeled with modern kitchen and bathrooms. 15 minute walk or 3 minute drive to all of the charm, dining and shopping of Downtown McKinney. This cottage home is truly a gem and is a cozy retreat from the hustle and bustle of life!

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

McKinney

McKinney is home to this holiday home. Chestnut Square Historic Village and Ewing Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Walls of Clay and Caboose. Splitsville and Cosmic Jump Trampoline Entertainment Center are also worth visiting.

McKinney, TX

What's nearby

Collin College - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Chestnut Square Historic Village - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Collin County Courthouse - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
Allen Premium Outlets - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
Allen Event Center - 10 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

Love Field Airport (DAL) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

‪Hutchins BBQ - ‬2 min drive
‪Asian Buffet - ‬17 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk
‪Dairy Queen - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is {Waddill Cottage} Historic Downtown McKinney charming Craftsman with pool located?

Situated in McKinney, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Heard Craig Center for the Arts, Walls of Clay and Erwin Park Hike & Bike Trail. McKinney Repertory Theatre and Collin County History Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

John F.

4 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family b-day celebration

Great property, really enjoyed the outdoor living space

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikael H.

29 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend trip

I booked this cottage for a wedding weekend for my husband and me, our son, and my parents. The house was exactly as shown online. Lovely accommodations and very responsive host. Highly recommend this location if you’re planning a trip to McKinney!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEBBIE C.

24 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable place

We had four generations at this wonderful home. My 92 year old Aunt, two daughters and granddaughters enjoyed staying here. It was so much fun looking at all your special touches that made us feel right at home. We were close enough to town for my granddaughters to walk to town. We visited Texas Tulips. You must visit this place.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara P.

14 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

SKAT Wedding

We 4 came to attend a wedding, so glad I went on line early and found this gem. TY for the wondrous and wonderful home you provided. Hopefully something will come up in the future in this neck of the woods so we can book again

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Van B.

2 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming and well appointed

Older but well appointed home with character, nice furniture, updated kitchen, good beds. We had a great stay, and the house made our trip even more enjoyable.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melody P.

29 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous!!!

Hosts are so responsive and helpful!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa N.

1 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wind Down on Waddill

The 1920s cottage was very charming! It is located in a mature and peaceful neighborhood conveniently only about one mile from the downtown historic & cultural district where shopping and restaurants abound. The cottage was spacious with comfortable furnishings and rooms. We enjoyed the swings on both the front and back porches. We took refreshing plunges in the swimming pool too! Communications with the host were easy & flawless. Highly recommended.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia J.

10 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Most Adorable House!

This 1900s house has some serious charm! Absolutely adorable. It was perfect for our group! There was outdoor seating in two different areas, plenty of indoor seating, and enough linens for our whole group! It was right around the corner from downtown McKinney, which is where we spent most of our time eating and looking in shops. It’s also easy to get to the highway for anyone wanting to head to Allen or Dallas. The owners were easy to connect with if I had any questions.We loved our stay and we will definitely be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith K.

27 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location

Fabulous location and hosts! We were in McKinney for our son’s wedding. The cottage was the place for our stay. Everything we needed was in the hosts, the outdoor entertaining area is perfect.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison V.

28 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bachelorette Weekend

We booked this beautiful home for a relaxed bachelorette weekend and couldn’t have had a better time. The home is beautiful and clean, the hosts were so responsive, and the beds were COMF. Absolutely would stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

3 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving Family vacation

Your home was beautiful and comfortable with plenty of space for everyone. The kitchen was well stocked and had great cooking space. Beds were comfortable and the outdoor area was a great place to hang out w family. We would highly recommend this home and we look forward to renting again when we are back in Texas! Thank you so much!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean M.

13 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

McKinney Charm

Cute house in quiet neighborhood. We spent most of our time by the pool and outdoor living space. One mile from Historic Downtown…great location.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danette F.

19 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We truly enjoyed our stay. The cottage was clean, very inviting, and very charming!

We would love to visit again, my favorite VRBO!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue B L.

17 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO rental to date!

Really enjoyed this beautiful home with its unique decor and great spaces indoor and out. Would stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah J.

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Peaceful Gem

The Cottage is such a lovely place to stay. We were in town for a wedding and loved coming back to the peaceful little piece of paradise. McKinney has so much to do and wonderful places to eat as well. The cottage owners have a binder of suggestions and were extremely helpful! We highly recommend this little hidden gem!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

angie w.

14 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property! !

Such a lovely property! We stayed for the weekend for a family wedding, and the property could not be more perfect. The pool area, the backyard, the stocked kitchen, and the fun, living area was perfect for our family!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis M.

26 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Beautiful old home with antiques. Small pool. My sisters and I loved our stay. Would highly recommend to anyone.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

29 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family weekend

We came to McKinney for our son’s wedding and stayed at this beautiful family cottage. There were 7 adults and 2 children and it was perfect for us. The house was well stocked with everything we needed…the host was amazing…and the outdoor areas and porches gave us tons of options to hang out. I can’t recommend this house enough. You will not be disappointed.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynnsey W.

29 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome location and property!

This house is simply darling! Beautiful bedrooms, lovely kitchen, tons of space, and all the amenities. We enjoyed the front patio in the morning and the back patio in the afternoon. The pool is perfect for a small gathering and there's so.much.space.to.relax! Loved it!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G.

3 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy, well appointed house

We stayed Wed - Sun for our daughter's wedding outside of McKinney. The house was comfortable, beautifully decorated, and a lovely retreat. It was well stocked, and the coffee bar was a hit with all of us. I had a couple questions during our stay, and the property manager was quick to reply to my texts. Great location close to downtown as well. We would stay here again. Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

4 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful experience!

The house is adorable and we enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia T.

6 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!!!

Everything you need. Truly a storybook property! We enjoyed every detail, especially the outdoor and pool area. Can’t say enough great things about this property.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace B.

6 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!!

My girlfriends and I were in town for a wedding, and we were just so obsessed with this place. It was so perfect for the six of us—downtown McKinney was adorable, and the walk to get there wasn’t horrible at all. Had it not been so hot, we would’ve done it more. We loved being able to hang out together at home, and the pool area was to die for. The hosts were excellent and very communicative. Perfect stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

28 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

McKinney Wedding

Fantastic time in Mckinney, outstanding property close to town and the historic district. We attended a wedding but will be back to enjoy more of McKinney and the area! Highly recommend the property wonderful for a family and beautiful architecture.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie D.

17 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a wonderful home!

My husband and I arranged this home for our parents and uncles for a family wedding. What an incredible place! Gorgeous decor from room to room. Great AC/Heat. Beautiful Yard and so many areas to sit and visit. We loved our time here and can't wait to come back. Host was very responsive and available. The neighborhood was impeccable and home after gorgeous home for our short drive to the downtown meet-ups. We can't say enough on how amazing this home was. Thank you so much!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

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Reviews

Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Common area 1

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property