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A REAL Fixer Upper - Giraffe House

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71799 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Waco, Tx
  • Popular LocationCameron Park Zoo4 min drive
  • Popular LocationMagnolia Market at the Silos4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBaylor University6 min drive
  • AirportWaco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

A REAL Fixer Upper - Giraffe House

Are you a fan of HGTV's Fixer Upper? Step into the world of Chip and Joanna Gaines and experience the ultimate Waco getaway at The Giraffe House - the charming three-bedroom abode featured on HGTV's Fixer Upper Season 4, Episode 15. This delightful home is the perfect retreat for anyone looking for a one-of-a-kind stay just minutes away from downtown Waco and all the Magnolia and Baylor hotspots.
While the home was originally celebrated on the show for its uniqueness from their other properties, it still features the signature Chip and Jo style that we all know and love. The Giraffe House exudes a cozy cottage vibe with modern upgrades and eclectic touches that will make you feel right at home.
Lounge on the inviting front porch swing, or head to the spacious backyard for a relaxing retreat. The open living room boasts stunning herringbone flooring salvaged from the bakery, while the pantry doors were a magnificent find from the garage renovation.
The fully equipped kitchen is ready for anything, while the upstairs bathroom is a true masterpiece with a wooden beam and rock from the house's exterior. And if you need a quiet spot to unwind, the upstairs office/reading nook is the perfect place to kick back and relax.
While most of the homes featured on the show are chosen by couples looking for a new place to call home, this particular property received some special attention from Chip and Jo. The couple purchased it as an investment property before completely envisioning and remodeling the home. Originally owned and occupied by the Matsumotos, the brother of the director of Fixer Upper, since its sale, Jo has mentioned her adoration for the home, showing that it still has a special place in her heart.

PLEASE NOTE: Please note that the Master Bedroom, bathroom, and office area are accessible via steep stairs, so they may not be suitable for all guests.
The upstairs office adjacent to the Master bedroom and bath has padded seats and may be suitable for a child to sleep. We also provide a Play n Stay for our small travelers.
** This property is NOT PET FRIENDLY **
You will be emailed a Welcome Packet with info 7 days prior to your stay with recommendations for local restaurants and attractions.
On the morning of your arrival, you will receive an EMAIL and also a TEXT with access information for your vacation rental.

Waco Vacation Rentals manages the Giraffe House and is always available 24/7 during your stay. Contact and info will be sent 7 days prior to your arrival date as well as info regarding things to do and places to see while in Waco.
Distance to Local Attractions:

Waco Regional Airport: 7 miles
Extraco Events Center: 2 miles
Waco Convention Center: 3 miles
Waco Tourist Information Center: 4 miles
Magnolia Market and Silo District: 2 miles
Dr. Pepper Museum: 3 miles
Baylor University/McLane Stadium: 3 miles
Ferrell Center: 4 miles
McLennan Community College: 6 miles
Texas State Technical College: 9 miles
Cottonwood Creek Golf Course: 3 miles
Earl Harrison House and Pape Gardens: 3 miles
Brazos Park East Boat Ramp: 5 miles
Mayborn Museum Complex: 3 miles
Waco Mammoth National Monument: 6 miles
Magnolia Table: 3 miles
Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum: 4 miles
Texas Sports Hall of Fame: 3 miles
Waco Suspension Bridge/Downtown: 4 miles
Cameron Park Zoo: 3 miles
BSR Cable Park: 13 miles
Homestead Heritage: 11 miles
The Dwyer Group: 4 miles
L-3 Platform Integration: 10 miles
Allergan: 6 miles
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest: 5 miles
The entire house and yard is for your enjoyment during your stay. The playground featured on the show for the kids, grill, table for your outdoor enjoyment.
This house has a shared driveway with house to the left. Plenty of parking to the right towards garage. Please pull forward and do not block driveway at any time.
** This Property is NOT PET FRIENDLY **

Distance to Local Attractions:

Waco Regional Airport: 7 miles
Extraco Events Center: 2 miles
Waco Convention Center: 3 miles
Waco Tourist Information Center: 4 miles
Magnolia Market and Silo District: 2 miles
Dr. Pepper Museum: 3 miles
Baylor University/McLane Stadium: 3 miles
Ferrell Center: 4 miles
McLennan Community College: 6 miles
Texas State Technical College: 9 miles
Cottonwood Creek Golf Course: 3 miles
Earl Harrison House and Pape Gardens: 3 miles
Brazos Park East Boat Ramp: 5 miles
Mayborn Museum Complex: 3 miles
Waco Mammoth National Monument: 6 miles
Magnolia Table: 3 miles
Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum: 4 miles
Texas Sports Hall of Fame: 3 miles
Waco Suspension Bridge/Downtown: 4 miles
Cameron Park Zoo: 3 miles
BSR Cable Park: 13 miles
Homestead Heritage: 11 miles
The Dwyer Group: 4 miles
L-3 Platform Integration: 10 miles
Allergan: 6 miles
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest: 5 miles
Car is recommended.
Uber is available.

Property manager

Waco Vacation Rentals Concierge

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1799 sq ft (167 sq m)

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AS SEEN ON FIXER UPPER "THE BRICK HOUSE"
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (106)
The price is £336
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
AS SEEN ON FIXER UPPER "THE BRICK HOUSE"

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in information
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Waco

This holiday home is located in Brookview, a neighbourhood in Waco. Dr. Pepper Museum and Fort House Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Waco Mammoth National Monument and Homestead Heritage. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Extraco Events Center or McLane Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Waco Convention Center - 4 min drive
  • Cameron Park Zoo - 4 min drive
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 4 min drive
  • Extraco Events Center - 5 min drive
  • Baylor University - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • McGregor Station - 21 min drive
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kitok Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • Pinewood Public House - 13 min walk
  • La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina - 3 min drive
  • San Diego Restaurant - 3 min drive
  • Rosa's Cafe - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A REAL Fixer Upper - Giraffe House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A REAL Fixer Upper - Giraffe House?

As of 25 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A REAL Fixer Upper - Giraffe House on 2 Jun 2024 start from £351.32, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at A REAL Fixer Upper - Giraffe House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A REAL Fixer Upper - Giraffe House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A REAL Fixer Upper - Giraffe House located?

Located in Brookview, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Dr. Pepper Museum and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Magnolia Market at the Silos. Waco Convention Center and Extraco Events Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun stay in Waco at the Giraffe House
I reserved this house for a mother-daughter trip to Waco. We were excited to watch the Fixer Upper episode featuring this house in the weeks before we traveled. The rental contact communicated frequently prior to our arrival with instructions and add'l information about Waco. One the day of arrival, I received specific instructions on how to access the house. We arrived and got into the house without any issues & we loved it! Very cozy bungalow size home with 3 bedrooms to choose from. House was clean and a notebook with check-in & checkout instructions, along with lots of recommendations for eating & shopping in Waco was left out for us. The rental contact stayed in touch throughout our stay to be sure we were doing alright, and I knew I could contact them if we needed anything. Really appreciated their accessibility. The house is very comfortable, but the upstairs bedroom does stay a bit warmer than the rest of the house. I do think they could add some hangars to the closets, and some towel hooks in the bathrooms, but otherwise this is a great place to stay! Highly recommend and we cannot wait to revisit someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Giraffe House in Waco
It was fun to stay in a Fixer Upper house from Season 4. The house is in a convenient location and worked well for our family. Our granddaughters loved playing with the toys, and on the swings and slide in the backyard. A pack and play was available, which was super helpful. It would have been great to have a highchair, too. There was plenty of space in the kitchen and dining area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends’ trip
We had a wonderful time at the Giraffe House. It was exactly as advertised, clean and welcoming. Very easy to check in and out. No problems at all. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Magnolia Experience
Affordable and clean stay with the full Magnolia experience. Toddler age kids loved the backyard and house was kid friendly too. Would recommend to anyone but in particular those with young children. Only request would be a full length mirror in a bedroom or bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just like the show showed!
Beautiful, unique home from Fixer upper. Loved it. Tour bus actually drove by to see it :) As a fyi, there are very steep stairs to get to master suite.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Laurie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun to stay I have stay at a Chip and Jo renovation
The place was nice. The location is not awesome but we chose based on that is was the Giraffe House. It is still not far or difficult to get to what/where you want. Management was helpful and easy to communicate with. They could use a little more sitting space in the living room and the front bedroom bed squeaks/creaks each time you move. Those where the only challenges...
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Alexis M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great Pictures and Decent Place
Neighborhood was on edge of feeling safe/unsafe. Had our kids with us and definitely wouldn’t have gone walking but immediate neighbors were fine. There was a stray cat on porch that was clearly being fed on porch and kept trying to come in house. Kids playground in the back was awesome. Dirty sock on the dresser in our room when we arrived. Lots of options for opening wine but nothing for making tea. Coffee wasn’t good. Some of the finishes felt cheaply done for as much effort as was clearly put into the home. The bedding was all polyester instead of cotton, pillows were not comfortable but beds were great. Last detail- we booked a week before travel at which time we requested a late checkout so our kids could get a nap before departure. I didn’t get a response until the day before our departure (because I asked a second time) and they denied it since they had new guests arriving. Just bad communication and customer service.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W., Seattle, WA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip to Waco
The giraffe house was great for our family! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Myles S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bucket List trip to Magnolia
We came to Waco, TX to check off a bucket list trip to Magnolia. The Giraffe House wad the perfect place to stay. Close to everything in Waco, TX, check-in and check-out was a breeze, and so comfortable we would encourage anyone coming to Waco to have a memorable experience stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023