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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
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$648
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar

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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.


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

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

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About the area

Brookview, a neighbourhood in Waco, is home to this holiday home. Waco Suspension Bridge and Fort House Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bowlero Waco and Topgolf. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at McLane Stadium or Extraco Events Center. Visit our Waco travel guide
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Waco, TX

What's nearby

  • Dr Pepper Museum
    Dr. Pepper Museum
    5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Aerial view of the Magnolia Silos in Waco, Texas USA
    Magnolia Market at the Silos
    5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • The city comes alive at night.
    Waco Convention Center
    6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • The Cameron Park Zoo in Waco, Texas is a terrific zoo! The zoo has a great range of animals and exhibits and the grounds are well kept and spacious. There's lots of shade to keep you somewhat cool during those hot Texan summer months if you visit during that time frame. The animal enclosures are nice, and can really give you great views of the animals themselves if you are a bit patient. This also makes for great photo views, as shown here with this photo of an approaching jaguar. Food and snack prices are also very reasonable, as are prices for souvenirs. This zoo makes for a great day out for the family.
    Cameron Park Zoo
    6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Extraco Events Center
    5 min drive - 3.0 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
  • San Diego's
    3 min drive
  • La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina
    3 min drive
  • Toasted Yolk
    2 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 1 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A REAL Fixer Upper - Giraffe House on 2 Mar 2026 start from 647.54, 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.

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 2 mi (3.2 km) from Bowlero Waco and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Magnolia Market at the Silos. 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

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 79 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

Reviews

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

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
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda W., Chandler, Texas

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!!!

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

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

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
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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.

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

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
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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!!

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Lynne S.

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Alison R.

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

Cute!

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W., Seattle, WA, USA

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

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