Forty‑two acres of quiet Texas sky.
A luxury ranch retreat just outside Waco — main house, private tiny home, swimming pool, basketball court, two fully stocked fishing ponds, and a firepit big enough for the whole family. Sleeps fifteen.
Built for the people who arrive together.
Magnolia Ranch sits on forty‑two acres of open Texas country in China Spring, six minutes from Lake Waco and twenty‑two from the Silos. It was built for the kind of trip where the group is large, the days are long, and nobody wants to be on top of each other.
The main house is the heart of it — a rustic, open‑floor plan with a stocked kitchen, three televisions in the living room (one per game, if it comes to that), and enough table space for everyone to eat at once. A few steps away, the tiny home gives a couple or a small family their own front door, their own quiet, and their own coffee in the morning.
Outside, there's a private pool, a full basketball court, a firepit ringed with chairs, and acres of room to wander. Bring your group. Bring whatever you've been meaning to slow down for.
Two homes, one ranch.
The Main House
Open floor plan, rustic finishes, three TVs in the living room, a full kitchen, and enough sleeping space for the bulk of your group. The center of gravity for the trip.
The Tiny Home
Tucked apart from the main house, with its own entrance and its own quiet. Ideal for grandparents, a young couple in the group, or anyone who wants to wake up before everyone else.
The Grounds
Private pool, full basketball court, firepit, two fully stocked fishing ponds, and forty‑two acres to roam. The kind of outdoor space that turns "what should we do" into "let's just stay here."
Every corner, considered.
Click any image to view full size. The gallery shows the main house, kitchen, living room, and the grounds.
Everything you'd expect.
And a few things you wouldn't. Full amenity list available on request.
Private Pool
Sun‑warmed swimming pool with deck space and seating.
Basketball Court
Full‑size court next to the main building. Bring sneakers.
Firepit
Outdoor firepit with chairs. Wood provided seasonally.
Full Kitchen
Stocked with everything you need to cook for the group.
Three Living‑Room TVs
One game, three games, three different rooms — your call.
BBQ Grill
For brisket nights, burger nights, and everything between.
Air Conditioning
Central A/C in both buildings. A Texas necessity.
Washer & Dryer
In‑unit laundry. Useful for longer stays and pool towels.
Two Stocked Fishing Ponds
Two fully stocked private ponds on the property. Grab a rod and go — no license needed on private land.
Wi‑Fi
High‑speed internet throughout both buildings.
42 Acres to Roam
Walk, hike, or just stand still and listen to nothing.
Self Check‑In
Smart‑lock entry. Arrive on your schedule, no key handoff.
Your stay unlocks the Baylor Club.
As guests of Magnolia Ranch, you have complimentary access to the exclusive Baylor Club — Waco's premier members‑only social club, perched inside McLane Stadium with floor‑to‑ceiling views of the field, the Brazos River, and downtown Waco. It's where Waco's leaders gather to dine, work, and celebrate — and through our partnership, it's yours during your stay.
Room rental fees? On us.
As guests of Magnolia Ranch, your group of up to 15 pays no room rental fee at the Baylor Club. Walk in, sit down, enjoy the view and the chef-driven menu — you only pay for the food and beverages. The exclusive private club, the panoramic stadium views, the experience — yours, no venue fee.
The whole club, for your fifteen.
Fine dining, over the field.
The Baylor Club's executive chef builds seasonal menus around local Texas ingredients — refined plates served in a room with one of the best views in Waco. Lunch most weekdays, dinner Tuesday through Saturday.
Restaurant Hours
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday7:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Wednesday7:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Thursday7:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Friday7:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Saturday5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
- SundayClosed
Your booking is your access pass.
Using the Baylor Club perk is simple. Whether you're stopping in for dinner or planning a 400‑person reception, we coordinate the rest.
Book the ranch
Every confirmed booking includes Baylor Club access for the duration of your stay.
Let us know you're coming
Dinner at the restaurant? Game‑day drinks? We'll notify the Baylor Club your group is arriving.
Pay only for the food
No room fee, no cover charge. Your group of up to 15 is seated and billed only for food and beverages.
Quiet enough to hear yourself.
Rural China Spring, with all of Waco a short drive away. Six minutes to the lake, twenty‑two to the Silos.
- 016minLake Waco
- 0213minThe Airports
- 0322minMagnolia Market at the Silos
- 0422minBaylor University & McLane Stadium
- 0525minCameron Park & Zoo
- 0623minHeritage Creamery
A new ranch with an old promise.
Magnolia Ranch is a brand‑new listing — which means we don't have a wall of reviews yet. What we do have is a property we've poured ourselves into and a hosting standard we won't compromise on. Be one of our first guests and tell us what we got right.
Spotless arrival
Professional cleaning between every stay. Linens fresh, kitchen stocked, pool ready.
On‑call hosts
Real people available throughout your stay. We respond within an hour during the day.
Honest pricing
No hidden fees, no surprise charges. What you see at booking is what you pay.
Frequently asked.
If your question isn't here, send us a message — we'll reply same day.
What's the maximum group size?
The property comfortably sleeps fifteen across the main house and tiny home. We can accommodate larger day groups (weddings, reunions, corporate offsites) by arrangement — and through our Baylor Club partnership, you have access to event spaces holding up to 400 people.
How does check‑in work?
Self check‑in via smart locks. We'll send your unique code 24 hours before arrival, along with the property guide and parking instructions. Standard check‑in is 4:00 PM, check‑out is 11:00 AM.
Is the property quiet at night?
Very. The ranch sits on forty‑two acres of rural China Spring with no neighbors within sight — at night you'll hear crickets, maybe a coyote in the distance, and that's about it. The skies are dark enough for serious stargazing. We do ask guests to observe quiet hours from 10 PM to 8 AM out of respect for the surrounding land.
Tell me more about the Baylor Club access.
Every Magnolia Ranch booking includes complimentary access to the exclusive Baylor Club inside McLane Stadium — fine dining with panoramic field views, private lounge access, and no room rental fee for your group of up to 15. You only pay for food and beverages. See the Baylor Club section above for full details.
Can we have an event here?
Small private events (rehearsal dinners, birthdays, corporate retreats) are welcome by arrangement at the ranch. And through our Baylor Club partnership, your group of up to 15 can also enjoy a private dining experience at the club with no room rental fee — just the cost of food and beverages.
Is the pool open year‑round?
The pool is open seasonally, typically April through October. It is not heated, so spring and fall stays may find it cool. The firepit is, of course, year‑round.
What's your cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 14 days before check‑in. Within 14 days, the first night is non‑refundable. Within 48 hours, the full booking is non‑refundable. We do our best to be flexible — life happens, just talk to us.
What airports are nearby?
Waco Regional Airport (ACT) is the closest at just 13 minutes — the most convenient option if you can get a direct flight. Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW) is about 1 hour 45 minutes north by car, and Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS) is about 1 hour 50 minutes south. All three work well — Waco is easiest, DFW has the most flights, and Austin works great if you want to combine a trip.
Do you offer discounts for longer stays?
Yes — any stay longer than 7 nights automatically receives a 10% discount, applied right in the booking widget when you select your dates. For extended stays of a month or more, we offer additional rates — just reach out directly and we'll work something out that makes sense for both sides.
Questions? We're here.
Special requests, custom dates, large‑group inquiries, Baylor Club event coordination — send us a note or give us a call. We typically reply within an hour.