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Experience the ultimate Waco getaway at The Giraffe House, a charming three-bedroom abode featured on HGTV's Fixer Upper Season 4. Lounge on the inviting front porch swing or head to the spacious backyard for a relaxing retreat, complete with a playground and grill. With its cozy cottage vibe, modern upgrades, and eclectic touches throughout this one-of-a-kind home near downtown Waco.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

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.


    Waco Vacation Rentals manages the property and is available 24/7 during your stay and even before your arrival. You will be emailed a digital welcome LINK with area information before your stay, complete with popular places to see, favorite restaurants and things to do in Waco.
    On the morning of your arrival, you will receive a TEXT message and an EMAIL with access information for your vacation rental. This is self check in property at 3 p.m or after.
    For FAST response, please TEXT us anytime prior to your arrival and during your stay at (254) 970-3667

    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.

    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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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: 1,799 square feet

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Brookview, a neighbourhood in Waco, is home to this holiday home. Shoppers can check out Magnolia Market at the Silos, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Cameron Park Zoo and Lake Waco. Texas Sports Hall of Fame and Mayborn Museum Complex are also worth visiting. Visit our Waco travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A yellow brick building with arched windows and a green awning.
    Dr. Pepper Museum
    9 min drive - 3.7 km
  • An aerial view of a large industrial complex with two prominent silos, a parking area, and a green field.
    Magnolia Market at the Silos
    9 min drive - 3.4 km
  • A leopard walking on a wet path surrounded by greenery.
    Cameron Park Zoo
    10 min drive - 3.4 km
  • A building with large columns and a curved facade.
    Baylor University
    10 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Extraco Events Center
    8 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • For Keeps
    3 min drive
  • Las Trancas
    5 min walk
  • Mitch's Corner Stop
    10 min walk
  • La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina
    3 min drive
  • San Diego's
    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 is parking at A REAL Fixer Upper - Giraffe House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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 within 3 miles (5 km) of Bowlero Waco, Magnolia Market at the Silos and Baylor University. Dr. Pepper Museum and Waco Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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A REAL Fixer Upper - Giraffe House Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 82 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was a perfect place to enjoy some family time during Baylors Family weekend. Absolutely loved the kitchen and dining room for gathering. In the late afternoon, after all our sightseeing, shopping, and cheering on the Bears, I enjoyed reading on the front porch swing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary V.

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

Sweet short stay

Visiting Baylor with my son we stayed a couple of nights. Explored the neighborhood and enjoyed our stay. Take some time to sit on the front porch and soak up some sunand listen to the neighborhood on a Sunday morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Perfect House

We loved this house!!! There was plenty of room, clean, close to the HOT Livestock Show and downtown. We will definitely be staying here again next year!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Waco, here we come!

The Giraffe House was a beautiful home to stay at for our visit to Magnolia Market. This was a bucket list for my mom. We had a girls’ trip and we loved it. Waco Tours taught us so much about Waco and where we should visit. We loved dating in a home from Fixer Upper and done by Chip and Joanna. The home is not walkable to the Silos, but we had a rental car and that was fine. Home was clean, beds were comfortable and check in was super easy. I highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee M.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

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
From a partner site

8/10 Good

EmilyM

Giraffe House

I was in Waco with my mom and sister for a girls trip and we loved being able to stay in a “Fixer Upper” house! The home was beautiful and was very clean. Everything there was very comfortable and we appreciated all of the information that the hosts gave us. The only negative thing we have to say was that when we first got to the house it was FREEZING. The house was set to 58 degrees and it took a while for it to heat up to a comfortable temperature. We would still stay here again when we come back again some day.
Verified

8/10 Good

Laurie L.

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

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui N.

So much fun!!!

We were all so excited to stay in the Fixer Upper house! And it was more amazing than we expected!!! Stayed here for 1 night, wish we could have stayed longer! Will for sure be back! Waco was so much fun!! Went to every Magnolia store. House was amazingly decorated! Got ideas for my own house. We all had so much fun playing board games at the table eating Magnolia cupcakes! And playing twister in the upstairs gameroom! Also played in the backyard on swingset and playing football! We loved the front porch swing. Quiet neighborhood, 5 to 10 mins from all things Magnolia! Thank you for the coffee, wine, and treats, and for sharing your house!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

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

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alexis M.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, family friendly,good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

Family vacation

We absolutely loved our stay at the giraffe house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myles S.

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

Great stay

Had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we expected. Fun area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah A.

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

Sister Trip

We had a great stay for our sister trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison R.

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

Cute!

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

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

Trip to Waco

The giraffe house was great for our family! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

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

home

The home was beautiful we enjoyed staying the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynsey E.

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

Perfect getaway

The house was very nice and close to all things Magnolia!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

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

Spring Break at Magnolia

Such a treat to stay at the Giraffe house. We are Magnolia fans so were so excited to stay at the Flipper Upper. Such a cute place to stay as a family and so close to all things Magnolia.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeremiah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Weekend getaway

Nice little house for a weekend getaway very relaxing, not the best neiborhood though a bit run down, but close enough to downtown Waco
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whitney I.

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

Amazing!

The Giraffe house was a beautiful house to stay in. Great location, just a 7 minute drive to the Magnolia Market and downtown Waco.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023