This beautiful home boasts 5 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, with a wrap around porch is only 5 min to downtown, 7 minutes to Baylor and the Magnolia market and has plenty of parking on the property. This home can accommodate up to three families or about 12 guests comfortably. We are kid friendly so cribs can be provided upon request. The fenced yard has ample play space or room for entertaining large groups of people, big or small. Perfect for wedding parties too. Each reservation requires a 2 night minimum stay or one night stays are available but please contact the owner to set up the reservation. Check for availability as dates go quickly.
Season 1 Episode 1 of HGTV’s"Fixer Upper" 7 min to Magnolia Market/Silos/Baylor
Waco, TX, USA
- House3000 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 12
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Half Baths: 1
- Min Stay: 1 - 3 nights
Instant Confirmation
5 Bedrooms, 4.5 Bathrooms, Sleeps 12
Bedrooms
5 Bedrooms
Sleeps 12
Owner
Charmaine Hooper
Member Since 2015
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- Nov 20, 2018
About Charmaine Hooper
I am an ex pro soccer player who represented Canada on the national team for all of 2 decades. After soccer, I found myself being drawn toward real estate and hospitality. Very strange, since I studied neither during my 5 years at North Carolina State University. I work a lot with kids. That might explain why the home is kid friendly. In whatever spare time I have, I volunteer at Meals on Wheels in Waco.
Charmaine Hooper purchased this House in 2011
Why Charmaine Hooper chose Waco
We were so attracted to this property simply because of its beauty, character and great bones. It has undergone an incredible transformation, thanks to the HGTV stars of Fixer Upper. I had no intentions of being on a TV show and definitely neither did my husband. This house had been transformed from "crappy to happy" in a matter of a very short period of time and the fact that the home is located only 7 min. from Baylor University and only 5 minutes to the Silos and downtown makes it a great place to stay for any events around town.
What makes this House unique
Upon entering the home, one gets a sense of a comfortable home away from home with the open kitchen and dining area, perfect gathering place for everyone while the chef creates. The 5 bedrooms make it possible for large groups to stay together in the same place at a fraction of the cost of hotel rooms. The wrap around porch is a perfect place to sit and enjoy the day in the early morning or late afternoon. Also, the open grassy area makes it possible to play ball or have a party. Check in is 3pm and check out is 11am the latest. Please check with the owner first to see if early check in or late check out is available for your specified dates.
Amenities
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- Satellite or Cable
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Air Conditioning
- TV
- Parking
- Internet
Bathrooms
- 4 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath
- Bathroom 1toilet, shower
- Bathroom 2toilet, shower
- Bathroom 3toilet, shower
- Bathroom 4toilet, shower
- Bathroom 5toilet
- 3 bathrooms have claw foot tubs with showers, one with a stand up shower and the other is a half bath.
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- GarageNot available for use.
- TelephoneLandline available.
- Heating
- Linens ProvidedFresh clean linens always available if needed
- Washing MachineFront loader.
- Clothes DryerFront loader.
- FireplaceNot used since the home is old.
- Parking
- Air Conditioning
- InternetFree WiFi
- Towels ProvidedFresh clean towels and wash cloths always available. Roll paper towels in all the bathrooms.
- Wireless Internet
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Elevator
- Living RoomThe room has the original exposed shiplap.
- Free Wifi
Kitchen
- DishwasherDishwasher available.
- RefrigeratorThere is always bottled water available for guests upon arrival.
- StoveStove available to cook.
- OvenOven available to bake or warm.
- MicrowaveDefinitely available.
- Coffee Maker
- ToasterToaster oven available.
- Pantry ItemsFoil, stretch 'n seal, foil, paper plates, plastic utensils, pancake syrup, spices, extra light bulbs, hot chocolate, coffee, creamer, sweeteners, etc.
- Dishes & UtensilsAll available.
- Kitchen
Dining
- Dining Area
- Child's Highchair
- DiningSeats about 10-12 comfortably
- comfy seating for 10 people
Entertainment
- TelevisionTVs in every room.
- Satellite / CableGrande cable
- ToysOutdoor toddler play area
Outside
- Lawn / GardenLarge grassy area.
- Kayak / Canoe15 min way at Lake Waco.
- Boat15 min away at lake Waco.
- Outdoor Grill
- Golf10 min. away.
Suitability
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- limited accessibility
Notes
- The calendar online will show that there are no dates available in a particular month. Unfortunately, one-night stays may not show up online. Check with the owner directly about one night stays that might be available.
House Rules
Check-in: 2:30 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 7 days before arrival date.
91 Reviews
Wonderful4.9/5
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Pine Tree Alumni Girls Weekend
5/5 Stayed Oct 2018
Rowena R.
We had a great time in Waco and loved our stay at the Gorman House. The house was perfectly located near everything we wanted to see and do in Waco. The open floor plan on the first level provided ample space for everyone to visit and enjoy our time together. Every amenity was provided and we thoroughly enjoyed our visit.
Rowena
Submitted Oct 22, 2018
Plenty of room for all of us.
4/5 Stayed Oct 2018
JoAnn H.
Shower head on 3rd floor was awesome, the tubs were difficult to get in and out and plastic shower curtain does not stay down.
Submitted Oct 15, 2018
GREAT EXPERIENCE EXCEPT FOR ONE THING
4/5 Stayed Oct 2018
Brenda S.
BEAUTIFUL, SPACIOUS, WELL-MAINTAINED HOUSE! THE KITCHEN HAD EVERYTHING WE NEEDED TO COOK A MEAL FOR 12. CHARMAINE IS A WONDERFUL, RESPONSIVE HOST! WE ARRIVED TO FIND BOTTLED WATER AND KERIUG CUPS ALREADY IN PLACE. WE SAT ON THE BEAUTIFUL PORCH AND WATCHED THE FIXER-UPPER EPISODE THAT SHOWED THE RENOVATION OF THE GORMAN HOUSE - SO FUN! THE SHOWER HEADS WERE SO AMAZING, WE BOUGHT ONE BEFORE WE LEFT TOWN! THE ONE DRAWBACK FOR OUR GROUP - 4 OF THE “SHOWERS” ARE CLAWFOOT TUBS WITH PLASTIC SHOWER LINING WITH MAGNETS (THAT FALL OFF) TO TRY TO KEEP THE LINING FROM BLOWING IN & STICKING TO YOUR BODY WHEN YOU TURN THE WATER ON. NO PLACE TO PUT SOAP/SHAMPOO, NOTHING TO GRAB SHOULD YOU GET OFF BALANCE, NO STEPS TO CLIMB IN AND OUT. DANGEROUS AND NOT FUN - NO ONE TOOK A 2ND SHOWER IN THEM.
Submitted Oct 12, 2018
Great Fixer Upper!!!
5/5 Stayed Oct 2018
William B N.
Property was excellent. Eleven of us had a great time and absolutely loved the home. Everything we expected from a Fixer Upper. The owner was great; communication was timely and accurate. The entire reservation process was so simple. The showers were a bit of a challenge but managed fine. The downstairs living area was perfect for our gathering and wild story telling. Would stay again in a minute. Highly recommended. Thank you, Charmaine!!!
Submitted Oct 18, 2018
Great house, very clean and very well cared for!
5/5 Stayed Oct 2018
Cathy B.
Sisters and friends from nine different states, came together for an awesome trip to Waco! The house was fantastic and everything we could have asked for! Great location, lots of room and bathrooms for all! We would definitely stay again and you should too! Thanks Charmaine for making it a trip we will never forget!
Submitted Oct 11, 2018
Wonderful Girls Trip!!
5/5 Stayed Aug 2018
Joy D.
We had a wonderful time. Beautiful home.
Charmaine is the sweetest person I have ever rented from.
She went above and beyond with every detail.
This was a girls trip for 5 of us.
It was 4 of the girls birthday's within a month. We ordered a cake and had decorations
sent to the house. Charmaine had the cake picked up and she decorated the table for us and had the cake set up as a surprise from me for the birthday girls.
Within a mile or 2 of everything! We went to Magnolia Markent, Magnolia Ware House, Magnolia Table, antique shops, the suspension bridge, the Dr. Pepper Museum, many nice restaurants, and a day trip to San Antonio. We had a packed 3 days!!
Again, I can not say enough about the Gorman House and especially Charmaine!!!
Submitted Aug 30, 2018
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Waco, TX, USA
Cameron Park Zoo is 10 min. away. Antioch Church is 3 blocks away at Waco Dr. and 20th street. There is a wonderful Mexican restaurant 3 min away at 25th and Waco Dr. The courthouse is 5 min away on the corner of Washington and 5th street and the County District Clerk's office is across 5th street. Also, the Waco convention is 2 min from the courthouse at 100 Washington Ave. Not to mention, Spice Village. In a nutshell, this is a collection of shops and restaurants, all with a little something to spice up your life.
Availability
Additional information about rental rates
Refundable damage deposit
$500
Cleaning
$150
One night stays are available but it's not included for a weekend stay. Stay at a rate of $475.00. Please contact the owner at 630-715-3760 to make the reservation. If guests are not checked out by the set checkout time, there will be an automatic $100 charged for every hour the guest stays past the checkout time, unless previously discussed with the owner. For 1 month stays or longer, there is a substantially discounted rate. Please check with the owner for more details.