WACO BEAR DEN
Spacious 5 BR/4 Ba, 2900+ sq ft home includes a mother-in-law suite with a private entrance, extra workspace, and a bonus kitchen -- just a few of the unique amenities this property offers. Established in 1928, this home exudes historic charm with many upgrades like a hot tub and a newly updated kitchen! Guests will enjoy easy access to everything from this central location -- minutes from Magnolias & downtown Waco. 4 of 6 beds are King-sized beds. 2-car attached garage. Check out and into "Waco Bear Den!"
The space
MAIN LEVEL - BEAR DEN
FAMILY ROOM/DINING ROOM: Features a large 70" Smart TV, a coffee table that converts into a workspace, games, books, and additional desk workspace, and a dining area suitable for Goldilocks and her friends. This property offers ample space for everyone to spread out so everything can be "just right!"
KITCHEN: Spacious newly updated well-equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a gas stovetop.
MOTHER-IN-LAW SUITE/"GRAMMA BEAR SPACE": Private main-level entrance, combined living/dining area, 40" Smart TV, workspace area, BONUS kitchen with an oven, microwave, refrigerator, spacious Gramma Bear Bedroom (BR#1) with a Queen bed plus a couch with a queen-sized pull-out, LOTS of walk-in closets, and an attached full bathroom. The mother-in-law suite is connected to the main property but can be closed off if needed.
MAIN LEVEL LAUNDRY ROOM: Upgraded front-loading washer/dryer, plus a bathroom with a shower/mudroom/backyard egress uniquely wrapped into one!
UPSTAIRS - BEAR DEN
"Momma/Papa Bear Bedroom (BR#2)": KING bed, foam mattress, walk-in closet, attached full bathroom en suite.
"Sister Bear Bedroom (BR#3)": Located at the top of the stairs on the left, equipped with a KING bed, foam mattress, walk-in closet, and attached full bathroom.
"Brother Bear Bedroom (BR#4)": Situated at the top of the stairs, equipped with a KING bed, foam mattress, wardrobe (no closet), shelving, no attached bathroom.
"Baby Bear Bedroom (#5)": QUEEN bed, foam mattress, closet, drawers, no attached bathroom.
OUTDOORS
The front and backyards are fully fenced and pet-friendly (prior approval required for any pet exceptions). A cornhole game is available on-site as well as a basketball hoop in the front driveway. A propane grill is available outside in the backyard next to the hot tub. Jacuzzi Hot tub -- great for cooler months.
Guest access
Guests will have ample parking spaces, including space in the garage. From this property, guests have easy access to streets near downtown Waco, public transportation, or they can quickly connect to other parts of town and avoid construction traffic that is so prevalent in parts of Waco.
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other things to note
Some traffic noise can be expected at this location, which is also located near a hospital. Fans, music, white noise makers, and Smart TVs offer options for "white noise" and mitigate noise for a peaceful stay.
This home has upgraded WiFi speed (400 Mbps) and a mesh system to enable consistent coverage throughout the property. However, cellular coverage can vary, depending on the carrier, unless guests are on WiFi. When this historic home was built, they used solid cedar plank walls, which can affect cellular coverage in parts of the home.
This property is also monitored by a Ring Doorbell that records from the front two entrances of the home for owner and guest protection.
