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HGTV’s “LITTLE HOUSE” w/huge deck, fire table, grill

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Back Deck
Living Room
Back Deck
Kitchen
Bathroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Waco, TX
  • Cameron Park Zoo
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Waco Convention Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Front Bedroom

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Middle Bedroom

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

HGTV’s “LITTLE HOUSE” w/huge deck, fire table, grill

This Charming & Unique home from Fixer Upper, Season 2 Episode1, is available to enjoy on your visit to Waco!! Hard to mistake this darling home with its original hardwood floors, walls and ceiling. And who could forget Chip eating that cockroach & his flair for design by leaving the old fireplace he unearthed in the very center of the room! This precious home is decorated like it was on the show. "Little House on the Prairie" is perfect for a quaint family gathering, girls shopping weekend or a fun Waco touring expedition. Located in the center of Waco, you can be almost anywhere worth seeing within 10 minutes. STR#0000491062020

Property manager

Kristi Bass
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
$100 per pet per stay
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No street parking, no pets on furniture, no additional guests or events allowed.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waco

Located in Cameron Park, a neighbourhood in Waco, this holiday home is near theme parks. Dr. Pepper Museum and Waco Mammoth National Monument are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Magnolia Market at the Silos and Central Texas Market Place. Travelling with kids? Consider Cameron Park Zoo and Hawaiian Falls. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Waco, TX

What's nearby

  • Cameron Park Zoo - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Dr. Pepper Museum - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Waco Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Baylor University - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • McGregor Station - 26 min drive
  • Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Slow Rise on the Brazos - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kitok Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Wako Taco - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Martha's Restaurant - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is HGTV’s “LITTLE HOUSE” w/huge deck, fire table, grill pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at HGTV’s “LITTLE HOUSE” w/huge deck, fire table, grill?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HGTV’s “LITTLE HOUSE” w/huge deck, fire table, grill?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HGTV’s “LITTLE HOUSE” w/huge deck, fire table, grill located?

This family-friendly Waco holiday home is located in Cameron Park, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cameron Park Zoo and Magnolia Market at the Silos. Waco Mammoth National Monument and Hawaiian Falls are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

7.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Great Time in Waco

This was the perfect house for our family vacation! The house was clean! The communications with the owners went well too! I would recommend this!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Great Stay

We had a great stay. It was awesome being able to stay in an actual fixer upper house
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty D.

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

Perfect

This was a great place for our whole family to stay at. It had everything we needed and more. Very comfortable and nice porches to enjoy the weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

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

Weekend Getaway

We had a great time! Really enjoyed staying at the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah L.

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

Cute and fun, but a little dirty

It was very cool to get to stay in a Fixer Upper house! The property manager was quick to respond and very clear with expectations for check in and out. The house though, was very dusty and buggy (though maybe that’s the norm for summers in Texas?).
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

Great stay

Cute house with amazing back yard for kids and dog. Grill and fire pit were awesome. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tori P.

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

Great weekend getaway

The perfect place for a weekend stay. Close to everything. Kids loved the bunk beds and we were only a mile from the zoo!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

I fell in live

Incredible property, amazing deco and outside space!! Wish I had more reasons to visit Waco
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

kerry m.

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

Great stay while taking our son to orientation at Baylor.

The customer service in response time was excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Troy I., Huntington, IN

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

Great stay in Waco

The Little House was a great experience and a fun place to stay after having seen the renovation on Fixer Upper. Kristi is easy to deal with and a great caretaker of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miguel M.

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

Little House on the Prairie

We recently stayed at the Little House on the Prairie property, and the experience exceeded our expectations. The accommodations were clean, well-maintained, and the host was incredibly responsive. Booking through Vrbo was seamless, making it a stress-free getaway. Highly recommend!"
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Toni I.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Room for improvement

We enjoy the house however we feel there is room for improvement. You are need to get an exterminator to take care of the wasp problem at the front and back of the house. The house should have been dusted before guess arrive. The drains need to be cleaned in bathroom. The laundry room needs to be cleanr
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne K., Tennessee Valley

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

Exceeded expectations!

This beautiful and cozy home was the perfect place for us to stay while in town visiting Baylor. Beds and furnishings were incredibly omfortable, entertaining space so charming! We loved it and thank you for your warm Texas hospitality providing information for local grocery stores for necessities also. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

Cutest & Coziest

We stayed here with another couple for Baylor's homecoming weekend. It was so close to Baylor, Nimfas and the Silos. A lovely and very cozy place. We all thought the beds were extremely comfortable and the layout still felt spacious at maximum capacity.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Faith V.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute, fun, close

My daughters and I had so much fun staying at a place flipped by the Gaines’s. Gave us a real feel for what the couple has done for housing and design in Waco. Plenty of room for fun and relaxation. Very glad to have a good AC on the super hot days. Nice back deck. It’s an easy trip to the Silo’s etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Angela G., Dallas

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

Precious House

Upon arrival, my husband and I were concerned because of the location of the house but we were pleasantly surprised after entering the home. Very clean and perfectly decorated! Seriously the most comfortable bed that I’ve slept in at a VRBO (and I’m picky!). The neighborhood was so quiet that we could have easily slept all morning. The backyard is huge and there’s a nice little seating area with a fire feature on the back deck. Very cute and charming home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Kristi S.

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

Thermostat

There is something wrong with the thermostat. Kept turning it down to 72 and during the day and night I would go up by itself. Woke up in the middle of the night hot. Got up at 2:00 am and it was 77. I'm a 53 yr old woman and I just cannot do hot during the night and I'm sure other people staying there would agree.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garnet C.

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

Waco Bungalo

We have two children that livecin Texas one in Houston. I had a work trip to Austin. Waco seemed like a great meeting place for a quick vist with bothnkids and their spouses. Plus I had to visit the Magnolia Silos. Cute house with comfy beds. Not as close to downtown as i would have liked.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Cozy, beautiful home.

We loved staying in the Little House on the Prarie. The interior of the house is so cozy and peaceful. It’s decorated beautifully to compliment chip and Jos work! The neighbor was extremely kind, as were the hosts. We lost power for a few hours(storms) but we had a fun night of apples to apples(provided by Kristi) in the candlelight. I will remember this trip with joy :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Anna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Tranquility

We absolutely loved staying in this home. We especially enjoyed browsing through all the Magnolia magazines and we started reading the book The Magnolia Story that was on the shelf. We were not able to finish reading the book so on our drive home we listened to the audio book and we were blessed. Thank you for providing all the basic necessities for our stay and we will definitely be renting this place in the future. It was a peaceful and blessed time. Cozy house!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Pat M.

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

Disappointing

Was looking forward to relaxing on what appeared to be a huge deck in the pictures, but was much smaller. But more disappointed that the furniture was so dirty we wouldn't sit on it. Really need to replace the shredded rug too. Same with furniture on front porch. I realize it was an older home, but the closets were so musky we hung our clothes in the living room. One of the drain plugs in the sink would not open, so we had to take turns using just one. Felt very uncomfortable, women alone, with no coverings for windows in kitchen. Did not feel the locks on the doors provided adequate safety. Outside bedroom doors were unlocked when we arrived. I have never left a review like this. But spending that much money and being that disappointed was a bit much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Ellen E.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Fixer Upper house needs fixing up

The house is in a less than desirable neighborhood and was noisy with vehicles coming and going all hours of night and day with loud engines and music. There are windows in the house that do not have coverings leaving the house somewhat exposed at night with the neighbors being within relatively close proximity. Because we were all women traveling together it left us feeling uneasy at night. The front door and porch is barely visible due to overgrown shrubs. Yard is unkept and most of the outdoor furniture needs cleaning and or refurbished . Upon arriving there was a cigarette and empty beer can left on the bedroom dresser. Soap residue in the one and only tub. Toothpaste smeared on the front door of the bathroom vanity. Two hand towels and six wash cloths left to service five women for a three night stay. The bedding and throw pillows on the bedding and sofa are looking worn and dingy. There was an open hole in the floor of the bedroom closet directly exposing the cellar basement. That closet could not be used due to the “musty” odor inside. The entire house had an unusual odor. It was not at all appealing. Honestly, it was just disappointing when compared to the listing description and pictures reflecting the property. I believe Joanna Gaines would be mortified to know that her name is being used to “promote” this house considering its appearance now. I just simply expect better from a premier host on VRBO
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Macy B.

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

Family trip to Waco

My family and I had the absolute best time at this property. The kids and dogs had a blast running and playing in the huge beautiful backyard. The neighbor, Lafell, was super sweet and helpful. The house was exactly as pictured in the TV show. The location was super convenient to everything in Waco and could not have asked for a better host. Will definitely be returning with our family!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

jennifer g.

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

family trip for Baylor football game

Cutest place ever and fully stocked with everything you would need for your stay. Only one bathroom which is the only complaint. We were not there much but when we were it was so comfortable and adorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cute house- fun stay!

Easy check-in, fun farmhouse style. One note is the king “master” bedroom is connected to the home’s only bathroom. So if you’re that room’s occupant, you will hear any night time bathroom users 😊 - no big deal just something to know. The property manager was great, responding with a fix and discount for an electrical issue we encountered (& were able to fix easily). We enjoyed our stay and the drive to Magnolia was simple.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kristi Bass

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I grew up with deep roots in the the Central Texas area and have called Waco home for over 25 years. Raised my three kiddos in this community & love the small-town feel that our community offers. I have enjoyed watching the transformation of Waco from a sleepy lil college town to what is now one of the most highly sought after travel destinations in the country! Such a joy & blessing to have the opportunity to share my home & my love for this community with people from across the world.

Why they chose this property

The Batson family, who were on THE Fixer Upper show, contacted me about their beloved home as they were wanting to expand their family. This quaint, sweet home would simply not accommodate their growing family. Since I had been successfully renting & been sharing THE BARNDOMINIUM (Also from HGTVs FIXXER UPPER), this home was a perfect addition to my vacation rental family!

What makes this property unique

This home is so charming and quaint! It has such a nice open floor plan that you feel very connected from every room in the house. It has the same feel that captivated viewers on the show. The back porch is ideal for cooking out & lounging out back and enjoying an evening in Waco, Fixer Upper style!

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests