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9.8

Exceptional

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 202700 sq ft

Popular amenities

Washer

Pet friendly

Barbecue grill

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Waco, TX

Baylor University11 min drive
Waco Convention Center11 min drive
Magnolia Market at the Silos12 min drive
Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)20 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Enjoyed our time there. We had a great Easter egg hunt in the back. The grandkids loved the Lego room and the swing set!

Jayne C.

Apr 15, 2024

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

"Lego" Bedroom

1 Twin Bed

Bohemian Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Rise & Shine Bedroom (Upstairs)

1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Sofa Bed (upstairs livingroom)

1 Double Futon

Western Chic Bedroom (Upstairs)

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Wildside Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

FIXER UPPER’s Original BARNDOMINIUM!! Sits on Private 16 wooded acres & lake

As most recall, this Luxuriously appointed, fully renovated barn boasts 5 Bedrooms, a "Grand Dining Hall" (that still seats an army). Sitting area/Den, Trendy Kitchen, Living Room, Breakfast Area, 2 Full Bathrooms. Recently added over 2,000sq ft of outdoor living space with cover patio, decking, pergola, outdoor kitchen with gas grill. Sofas, chairs, benches & dining table can seat a huge group while enjoying fire tables for warmth & ambience! Property is fenced with an electric entry gate & set away from road and any surrounding neighbors.

BEDROOMS:
(Lush pillows bedding & quality linens)

Downstairs:
*Bedroom 1- King Bed
*Bedroom 2- Queen Bed
*Bedroom 3- "Lego Room" Twin Bed

Upstairs:
*Bedroom 4- Queen Bed & Full/Full Bunkbeds
*Bedroom 5- Queen Bed & Full/Full Bunkbeds
-Queen sleeper sofa
-Air mattress (if avail)

Outdoors:
Upstairs deck with Pergola & seating
Downstairs covered patio & deck w seating
Playground area with swing & playhouse
Dining table & chairs
Kitchen w gas grill, sink, fridge & icemaker
Patio fire tables
Outdoor propane heaters
Picnic table

This remarkable home sits on over 16 acres of Private land covered in Oak trees, a private pond & lake, wildflowers. Six of these acres are heavily wooded & perfect for a wildlife expedition. The property is nestled alongside the banks of a spring fed (20acre) bass filled lake, perfect for any fisherman. Your stay will be enhanced with the following amenities:

Tv
High-speed internet/WiFi
Flatscreen in livingroom
Tv's in master & den
Apple TV- live streaming
DVD player
Fishing Equipment

Gas grill
Outdoor kitchen w/sink, fridge & ice maker
Fridge & pantry
Completely equiped kitchen upstairs

Conveniently located just 1 mile off I-35, only 9 miles from McLane Stadium & 10 miles from Magnolia Markets, "The Silos". Cameron Park, Cameron Park Zoo, Texas Rangers Museum, Dr Pepper Museum, Mayborn Museum, Brazos River & The Shops of River Square Center are all within a 15 minute drive.

This property was never occupied, as the Meek family was transferred out of state before they were able to occupy the home!! It remains almost identical to what aired on Season 3, episode 6 of the FIXER UPPER! You will certainly feel captivated by your surroundings both inside & out. I can guarantee you will not be disappointed!!

*Please note, this land is in its natural form & has some great rugged terrain. The lake and tree covered areas are kept somewhat organic & are part of the nostalgia that makes the Barndominium experience so unique! Fishing, kayaking, lounge floating or just taking a dip in the lake are welcomed. Just be aware that it doesn't have sandy white beaches so the banks may have some areas of high grass or floating Lilly-like pads, depending on the season & weather.

Property manager

Kristi Bass

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Air conditioning

Water view

FIXER UPPER The first and only Mid Century Modern. Stay in this one-of-a-kind

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Lake & Pond on-site, not responsible for accidents

Events

No events allowed

Please contact me in regards Private parties

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 5 total)

$100 per pet per stay (pre approval required)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No outdoor fires allowed. No outdoor music after 10pm. No additional guests.

A copy of driver's license is required after booking confirmation. No smoking.

Pets are not allowed on beds and furniture. If extra cleaning is needed, there's an additional $250 charge.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Please contact me in regards Private parties

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Waco

Located in Waco, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Homestead Heritage and Waco Mammoth National Monument are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Marlin Branch and Cameron Park Zoo. Traveling with kids? Consider Hawaiian Falls, or check out an event or a game at Heart O' Texas Speedway. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Waco, TX

What's nearby

Homestead Heritage - 11 min drive
Baylor University - 11 min drive
Waco Convention Center - 11 min drive
Magnolia Market at the Silos - 12 min drive
Cameron Park Zoo - 13 min drive

Getting around

Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
‪Friday's Seafood And More - ‬8 min drive
‪El Conquistador Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is FIXER UPPER’s Original BARNDOMINIUM!! Sits on Private 16 wooded acres & lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 5 total).

What time is check-in at FIXER UPPER’s Original BARNDOMINIUM!! Sits on Private 16 wooded acres & lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at FIXER UPPER’s Original BARNDOMINIUM!! Sits on Private 16 wooded acres & lake?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is FIXER UPPER’s Original BARNDOMINIUM!! Sits on Private 16 wooded acres & lake located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Heart O' Texas Speedway, Cameron Park Zoo, and Waco Mammoth National Monument. Hawaiian Falls and Texas Sports Hall of Fame are also within 9 mi (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Melanie C.

Jul 7, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Multiple family weekend getaway

If you like chip and Joanna Gaines, you should love this place. It’s definitely missing a bit of up keep though. Positives -great for large groups -comfortable beds -lots of cookware/utensils -land for kids to run around on -very easy to check in and out Not so great… -kitchenware was all a bit dirty and everything was just shoved into drawers -was told there was swimming opportunities but the “lake” was basically brown stagnant water and not really swimmable. -the kitchen is on the 2nd floor and the large table in the picture is on floor 2 so not super accessible for meals Overall it served its purpose but at that price point, I expected a bit more in terms of the facility but I’m sure part of the price has to do with the fact that it’s sort of famous??

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia C.

Jun 27, 2024

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

Family Time

We had a great time with our adult children, there was plenty of room and the surroundings were peaceful and beautiful. It was close enough to town to take advantage of see the Dr Pepper Museum and for a day of shopping. Perfect weekend getaway!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Paula S.

Jun 20, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Barndominium

We had a nice stay overall, but there were a few things that I feel we should note. We paid for early check in at 3 pm and when we got there it was HOT! The temperature was at 78 and we literally did not get relief until 3:45 AM! The house really held that heat and even though we understand Texas heat, we still can’t justify being that uncomfortable temperature wise, especially after the sun had gone down. The duvet cover in one room had a questionable stain (blood like) so that was tossed to the corner right away. There were several spider webs throughout the house that made me wonder when it was cleaned. The other thing was the yellow jacket and wasps nests around the house. The nests were recent, but it would have been nice to not have to deal with that. They had spray cans outside to deter them, but due to severe allergies we tried to avoid all together. Has anyone ever reported feel a “presence”? We had several paranormal experiences independently that I think collectively we decided were figments of our imagination until we all discovered during breakfasts on Sunday that we had all experienced something. The hosts were very communicative so I will praise them on that, but I think one visit at the Barndominium will do for us!💙🙏💙

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayne C.

Apr 15, 2024

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

Epic Easter Egg hunt

Enjoyed our time there. We had a great Easter egg hunt in the back. The grandkids loved the Lego room and the swing set!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

monica s.

Nov 20, 2023

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

Great place for family gatherings.

Stayed with many family members ages 8-78 who came for a family members funeral. We were able to share our meals and our stories and just hang out together without being enclosed in a room. Plenty of space to walk, play and cook. Immediately checked to see if this listing was available for thanksgiving but it was not. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Mark G.

Oct 19, 2023

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

Tech vs Baylor weekend

Convenient location but out of the fray. Great family gathering place.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Trava D., Paris, Texas USA

Sep 25, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Spot

We loved the barn for hosting our family for a Baylor game weekend. It was comfortable with plenty of beds for everyone.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

beth c., Houston Texas

Sep 11, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Lovely

We were so glad to have a nice place to come home to during the weekend of the Baylor v. Utah game. (Go Utes!!) According to my count, this home sleeps 11, tops. Maybe more if you have mostly little kids. Communication with the homeowners was excellent. Towels and dishes aplenty. Not too terribly far from BU/downtown. Lots of land for the kiddies to run around on. Kitchen is on the 2nd floor and dining table is on the 1st floor. Kind of weird. The bathrooms are both shared (no en suite/private) - one per floor.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Binh N.

Aug 16, 2023

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

Graduation Celebration

The Barnomidium was a unique and luxurious experience that was close to Baylor's campus. Incredible outdoor area and beautifully decorated interior with lots of amenities. We love to stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Don L.

Jul 3, 2023

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

60TH Birthday/Reunion

The get-together was a combination 60th birthday party for my wife and a family get together with family coming in from all over Texas. We had a great time!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

Jun 30, 2023

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

Fun family get away

It was everything we had hoped for, thank you

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Jun 29, 2023

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

Beautiful unique barndominium

Everything was great! Such a cool and unique house. Loved all the Chip & Joanna decor too.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan K.

Jun 10, 2023

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

70th Birthday Celebration

We had the best time staying for my mother in law’s 70th birthday with our family and kids in January. We would love to come back. Picture perfect property!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natasha R.

May 30, 2023

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

Family weekend getaway

Had a relaxing getaway during our short stay at the Barndominium. Super clean with lovely decor. Grounds are beautiful.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexa T.

Jan 21, 2023

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

Family/friend vacation

We had a wonderful time at the Barndominium! The attention to detail is amazing. The only down side is that the kitchen is upstairs which requires a lot of carrying groceries up stairs and there is no Master bathroom. Otherwise, staying in Chip and Joanna’s flip and spending time at the Silos was amazing! Kristi checked in on us when we got there and was available throughout the whole stay. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Carolyn O.

Dec 12, 2022

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

Just once

Great location for kids to play, scream, run around. and not bother the neighbors. Five bedrooms: 1 king, 1 queen, 1 twin, 2 with 3 beds: a double and double bunk beds, kinda weird. The 'double doubles' made it interesting: Which adults were sleeping the same room with kids, or were all the girls in one room and the boys in the other? Not ideal for 3 families. The 16 acres appeared to be fenced and inaccessible. That was okay because there was a lot of gunfire nearby. A shooting range or target practice perhaps? We would not have felt comfortable letting the kids roam in the woods.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

Nov 6, 2022

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

Great place to stay for Baylor law school graduation

Nice property, ages 2-84 here and everyone enjoyed their time.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rose J.

Oct 16, 2022

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

Girls Get Away

We had an amazing time staying at the barn. The owner was very quick to respond and offer fast assistance any time we had a question. Our girls get away was everything we hoped it would be. Thank you

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Belinda A., Irving, Texas

Sep 29, 2022

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

Beautiful Barndo Does Not Disappoint!

We spent only a few short days here to host a small baby shower for friends and family. The location was such a draw...everyone was curious to see the place in person! We set up food and drinks both up and downstairs which kept the crowd moving around. We loved the place. It was PERFECT!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Aug 23, 2022

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

Great Accommodations

Everything was great! The property owners were very responsive. Will definitely stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

Aug 15, 2022

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

85th B'day Celebration

My siblings and I wanted to celebrate our Mom's 85th birthday by taking her for a real life experience of her favorite TV show "Fixer Upper" by staying in the Barndominium and visiting the Magnolia Silos. What a great property for a family gathering! Thank you.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy R., Graham, NC

Jun 13, 2022

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

Loved it!!!

We loved the Barndominium!! Close drive to Waco Magnolia fun. House was clean and just as described! Lots of room for everyone. Outside spaces were amazing! Playground was definitely appreciated! So very special to stay in this incredible place.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darla B.

Jun 9, 2022

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

Family reunion at the Barn

Easy location. Very private. Beautiful. Greatly enjoyed by all from Granna down to the baby.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie D.

May 31, 2022

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

Best Family Reunion Ever

We hosted our 45th family reunion and everyone thought the barn was beautiful. The host is awesome and accommodating. I am referring the Barn to several of my friends. Thank you Kristi

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian R., Ladera Ranch, CA

May 15, 2022

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

Baylor Grad

In town for graduation, our second time staying at the property. It was immaculate as before, Kristi is very responsive. Perfect venue for location close to school and activities, would definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kristi Bass

I am a Central Texas native who's always been passionate & enthusiastic about homes, design & unique destinations. Having local roots, I am thrilled to be enjoying running my own company where we do construction & renovation of properties locally. I not only Love what I do, but I love where I get to do it, right in the Heart of Central Texas. Although I wasn't involved in this project specifically, I'm honored to have been blessed with this magnificent property to share with my friends, family and extended community worldwide.

Why they chose this property

Although I had never seen this property in person, I too was mesmerized by the transformation I saw on the show. Although I knew the owners & the Gaines through our church, I never dreamed I would one day have the honor of purchasing it for myself. Just so happened that the Meek family (who did the show), were forced to relocate out of state before moving in. This gave me the opportunity to purchase it, with a stroke of luck, perfect timing & Gods grace, I was able to make this place my own! One day I hope to build a home on the land that is simply incredible!

What makes this property unique

I immediately fell in love with the Barndominium on the show, however when I saw it in person, it was more spectacular than I had ever imagined!! With the magnificent 16 acres of land and spring-fed lake it sits up on, it's truly breathtaking. You just can't really appreciate it until you have see it personally. There is definitely something magical about this place and its no wonder Chip and Joann were ecstatic about the opportunity to transform this Barn. The lake, Im told, is filled with bass and catfish for those fishing enthusiast. The land is ideal for exploring nature and connecting with its creator. I am honored & blessed to call it mine & I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to share it with others. I am confidant you will share in my sentiments once your experience it firsthand.