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1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Property grounds
TV, offices

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 430 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Waco, Texas
  • Homestead Heritage
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Heart O' Texas Speedway
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Hawaiian Falls
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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Unique Container Home in Waco

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (10)
The price is €171
for 1 home
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Unique Container Home in Waco

About this property

Entire place

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

Rooftop Container Home in Waco

Summary:
Welcome to The Mainsail, your cozy container home getaway!
- Handcrafted from a 40' shipping container, featuring insulated pine shiplap interior.
- Comfortable stay with a Tuft & Needle queen mattress and spacious living area.
- Stunning rooftop deck for stargazing, lit with LED lights.
- Full-size, custom-tiled shower and a quiet, efficient AC unit for comfort.
- Located just 12 minutes from Magnolia and Baylor, with local attractions nearby.

The Space:
Experience the charm of The Mainsail, a unique tiny container home meticulously handcrafted by CargoHome™ in Waco. This delightful retreat features a cozy bedroom and a large couch in the living area, comfortably accommodating up to 4 guests. Enjoy a restful night on the super comfy Tuft & Needle queen mattress and wake up ready to explore all the wonders that Waco has to offer.

The focal point of this enchanting abode is the stunning rooftop deck, which invites you to relax and unwind. Illuminated by beautiful LED lights at night, it becomes an ideal spot for stargazing or enjoying your morning coffee. The beautifully designed full-size custom-tiled shower and spacious bathroom add a touch of luxury to your stay, ensuring you have everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

Comfortable Accommodation:
The Mainsail offers an inviting atmosphere that combines modern convenience with rustic charm. The interior features warm pine shiplap paneling, creating a cozy and unique vibe throughout the space. With a well-utilized layout, the living area is designed to be both functional and comfortable, making it the perfect home base for your Waco adventures.

Outdoor Bliss:
Step outside onto the astroturf rooftop deck, where you can bask in the sun during the day and marvel at the twinkling stars at night. The deck is bordered with a custom cable railing system which ensures safety while maintaining that open, airy feeling. The gorgeous cedar siding on the exterior makes this tiny home stand out, blending seamlessly into the natural environment, while still allowing the original shipping container structure to be seen.

Delightful Dining:
Though the Mainsail does not provide kitchen facilities, it is conveniently located just minutes away from Café Homestead and the Homestead Craft Village. Enjoy various dining options that highlight local flavors, ensuring that you experience the culinary delights of Waco throughout your stay.

Professional Cleaning:
Health and safety are top priorities at The Mainsail. This charming tiny home shines, thanks to meticulous professional cleaning. Every detail is tended to, ensuring that your stay is not just comfortable but also pristine, allowing you to relax and enjoy your getaway without worry.

Local Attractions:
The Mainsail is a mere 12 minutes from popular attractions like Magnolia Market and Baylor University, making it a perfect hub for exploring Waco. The home is also about 8 minutes from Waco Airport, ensuring you have easy access to and from your destination. Nestled in a safe, pleasant neighborhood in the country, you're just 5 minutes off I-35, providing you with excellent accessibility while enjoying the serene atmosphere.

In summary, The Mainsail encapsulates the essence of a tranquil getaway, combining the charm of a tiny home with modern conveniences and proximity to Waco's local attractions. Whether you seek adventure or relaxation, this unique container home is sure to provide the perfect backdrop for your stay.

The Neighborhood:
Great, safe neighborhood in the country just north of Waco. 5 minutes off I-35 and 3 minutes from Cafe Homestead and Homestead Craft Village. Only 8 minutes from the Waco airport.

Getting Around:
You can park right at the house and Uber is available.

Interaction with Guests:
We live right around the corner so are available for anything you need.
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Homestead Heritage. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a balcony in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, balcony and sofa bed
  • 12 minutes by car from Baylor University and 15 minutes from Magnolia Market at the Silos

Property manager

VillaStay Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

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: 320 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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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The Zephyr Tiny Container Home
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Rooftop Container Home in Waco Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kaley A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for overnight getaway
Clean and cutesy. Games on roof and lights made a relaxing night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey, Frisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This container home is very cute and clean. I was worried initially because it rained and stormed while we were there but we felt comfortable and safe inside.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Hosts!!!
Love the Property!! Bright,Clean & Cute!!! Concerns, Questions etc were Answered Quickly by Hosts! Will Definitely be Back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

LAURA C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cutest little home
My husband and I stayed here for one night. It was clean and had everything we needed. Getting to the location was easy as the owners communicated how to get there in a very detailed manner so we couldn’t miss it. My only suggestion would be installing lights at the property entry so it’s easier to spot at night. The bed was VERY comfortable, something we have had issues with in the past at other rentals but not here, we slept great! The upstairs deck was so magical at night with comfy chairs and games. Entry/check in was seamless as was check out. We appreciated how well the owners communicated all details with us and presented everything in such an organized manner. Also the location was of the home just so happened to be right next to a coffee/breakfast spot, craft village, and resturant which made breakfast, lunch, and dinner options a breeze. We had a great time here and if we are ever in Waco again, we will definitely be back. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sierra E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Was a great experience! Was not too far from downtown Waco. Had a nice spot right near it with a coffee shop, general store, and bbq.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Nicole E., USA

Great Concept
Thank you for a lovely stay. All the amenities you would need and far enough out in the country away from downtown Waco. Great communication and great host. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Teen Birthday
We did this as a fun place to stay for my teens birthday while visiting Waco and Magnolia sights. We had a blast and as a small business owner that runs a clamping party business in AZ, I thought these were the coolest things!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hilda A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Bigger then I had expected it to be. The above patio was definitely a hit for my son and I. We had a blast playing corn hole, board games, and stargazing. The location was next to heritage homestead which turned out to be a fun surprise! We would definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is SO cute! They have left no detail undone and you have everything you need for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Molly J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun night stay.
My family of four enjoyed our quick one night stay. Thankfully our children were small enough to sleep on the couch otherwise I would not consider this space appropriate for 4.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aubrie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable tiny house Village!
These storage container tiny homes are SO cute and located super close to The Magnolia Market at the Silos. The whole property is adorable and family friendly. There is a coffee shop, cheese shop, bbq restaurant, general store & a lot more all within walking distance and plenty of little trails. Overall, it was a fun family getaway and definitely a repeat vacay! The owners were extremely attentive and helpful our entire stay. We were very pleased.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little getaway
Such a great place. The hosts were very attentive and helpful. Loved the tiny house and the rooftop area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
This was a nice place to stay visiting Baylor. Very quiet and peaceful. Cool rooftop area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tammy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A gem north of Waco
Came to Waco to visit the Homestead community. This little gem is right next door and I think they may be owned by the community. It was just what we needed. We were curious about this type of tiny home. I used to work for a trucking company that handle these type of containers. Very comfortable! Enjoyed our time spent visiting the community. So much to see and learn about. Would definitely book again. The host was in contact with us daily via text or email. Just 10 minutes from Waco. We did spend time in Cameron Park before checking in. Thanks for a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
tiny house life
This was the perfect overnight trip for our family of 4. We love trying out different tiny houses, and this one was very cute. Yes, the road is a little loud from the roof, but we didn't hear it at all from inside. The kids loved the rooftop games while we drank our coffee this morning. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

brandi f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay
Our stay was wonderful! The home was very clean and well equipped with anything we may need. The rooftop was an awesome addition. We would highly recommend this home.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for a getaway!
This was a great spot for a getaway. The property was far enough away from Waco to feel relaxing and remote, but close enough to take in the local restaurants and activities. As a bonus it is literally right next door to the Homestead Heritage farm with its activities and cafe. The house was impeccably clean and super comfortable. I highly recommend it as a place to relax and recharge.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mandi A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend!
Wonderful place to spend the weekend, easy check-in, property owners checked on us girls to make sure all needs were met! Easy trip to downtown Waco via Uber! High recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
Nice clean place. Like the Homestead Farms area also. Nice to be out of the city
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Leslie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute & great rooftop!
My best friend (and her infant daughter) & I stayed here for a girl’s trip. We loved the tiny house! It was super clean & so cute! Everything we needed was available - very “thought through”! The rooftop was the best! Property manager was readily available & so nice! Didn’t love being so close to a busy road while hanging out on the rooftop, but that’s the only time we noticed the traffic noise. We’d come back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chill and Relaxing Getaway
Staying at this tiny house was such a joy and uniques experience. Each detail was thoughtful, and such a clean place. Wish we could have stayed longer! The owners communicated quickly, and thoroughly explained their expectations of check in and check-out. Definitely worth the money!

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls’ Trip!
Such a fun trip!! Thank you for the wonderful place to stay. We enjoyed our time in Waco! It was a great place to relax. We loved the rooftop area. We will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Getaway
We can't wait to return! This is the perfect cozy spot nestled in Waco
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little hideaway
We had the best time! Great location and wonderful hosts. Everything that you need, convenient spot and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Denise N., Tomball, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace all over
We were delighted with the Mainsail container home. It had every convenience and the owners provided for every need. We spent two days visiting the heritage farm community eating at their cafe and visiting demonstrations of spinning weaving pottery making and metal forging. The people there were so peaceful and was a contrast to the chaos in the world. Looking forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020