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HGTV’s “BARNDOMINIUM” 16 Acres w/ Lake, Outdoor Kitchen, Decks & Playground

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 20251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

HGTV’s “BARNDOMINIUM” 16 Acres w/ Lake, Outdoor Kitchen, Decks & Playground


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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Ski privileges

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 5 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2700 sq ft (251 sq m)

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Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
5 total pets
Note from host: $100 per pet per stay (pre approval required)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Lake & Pond on-site, not responsible for accidents

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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
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 transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

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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
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is HGTV’s “BARNDOMINIUM” 16 Acres w/ Lake, Outdoor Kitchen, Decks & Playground pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-out at HGTV’s “BARNDOMINIUM” 16 Acres w/ Lake, Outdoor Kitchen, Decks & Playground?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HGTV’s “BARNDOMINIUM” 16 Acres w/ Lake, Outdoor Kitchen, Decks & Playground 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).

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HGTV’s “BARNDOMINIUM” 16 Acres w/ Lake, Outdoor Kitchen, Decks & Playground Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lydia C.

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

Trava D., Paris, Texas USA

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

10/10 Excellent

Jayne C.

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

Tammy R.

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

8/10 Good

Mark G.

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carly B.

Very welcoming home. Great place to gather.
Our family had a wonderful time. Kristi was great to work with and made our stay very special.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Natasha R.

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

Binh N.

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

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.

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

8/10 Good

Don L.

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Breathtaking
We had an amazing time. There's not a better place to stay in the entire Waco area. Hoping for the best as we would return over and over no doubt about it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jenna V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing House
Great house and fun experience for those who love fixer upper! Kristi was easy to communicate with. Lots of room for a large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

monica s.

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

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing country vibes
The barndominium provides privacy, serene views, and a beautiful layout on the inside. This house is perfectly set up for friends, wedding parties or families looking to get away from hustle and bustle and take in the countryside. The outdoor firepits were amazing and the open layout of the kitchen into the living room leaves you wanting nothing else. We really did have an amazing stay there. Would absolutely rent again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenice D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Engagement celebration with family
Everything was really perfect! We had hoped to have more people but Covid stopped that. It was fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Melanie C.

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

Raja P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First family reunion after post-COVID and had a wonderful time
We planned in the last minute after family and friends decided to meet after year and half break. We found this gem of a place and had a blast. This place was perfect with everything you need to entertain family or reunions. Host was awesome and super responsive. This was accessible and yet was secluded. Already recommended to few freinds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Beautiful and Spacious Home
The Barn was gorgeous and looks exactly as it did on the show. Beds were all so comfortable with amazing linens. Plenty of room for families and friends. Having food available when we arrived was a big plus. Property is gorgeous and my boys loved the fishing. Neighborhood is quiet and safe. Barn is close to everything we wanted to visit and yet far enough away that we really felt like we were on a vacation. Will be back to the barn again!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Alexa T.

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

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week!
Our family had a great time at the Barndominium. While at the house, the kids spent most of their time catching bass in the lake! We enjoyed some horseback riding at the Brazos Bluff Ranch, which is close by (highly recommend) and of course, the silos! The house is set up well for a relaxing vacation, with plenty of room for everyone to spread out. Kristi was a great host, answering our one question we had immediately!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

beth c., Houston Texas

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

6/10 Okay

Kathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Lovely but not functional
The property and barndominium are lovely. Unfortunately every outside door had huge wasps flying around their nests. We tried spraying them but unfortunately couldn't get them under control. We couldnt let the children in our party outside because of this. Clearly those wasps that Chip tried to get rid of came back! Our next issue was the A/C unit could not keep the upstairs where the kitchen and main living room are cool. During the day it was a uncomfortable 84 degrees. We were there 3 days and it was never under 84 inside upstairs during the day. We had to go buy fans. The downstairs large dining table is just wasted space. Its hard to believe anyone would want their dining room on a different floor than their kitchen. The bunkbeds have no safety rails on them so we could not let children sleep in them. The ceilings fans are dangerously low to the top bunks also. Even with the problems we enjoyed ourselves and got a kick out of watching the Fixer Upper Barndominium episode while sitting in the actual BARNDOMINIUM.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Paula S.

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
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Trendolyn W., Houston, TX

Best Birthday Celebration Ever!!
My Mom celebrated her 70th birthday this past weekend and since she's a huge Fixer Upper fan, we were ecstatic to be able to stay at The Barndominium!! The house is just as it appeared on the show and my Mom loved every second of our stay. Unfortunately, she fractured her pinkie toe the day before we arrived, so she wasn't able to go into Waco to visit any of the Magnolia venues, but she had a very nice and quiet time sitting out by the lake near the house in the evening. We all loved that there was a home large enough to adequately accommodate the whole family, plus our furry babies. The house was PERFECT!! And Kristi went over and above by having groceries delivered upon our arrival. I've stayed at other vacation rentals and ended up going to the store because we didn't have everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. Not so with Kristi! She made sure the house was very well stocked - it was awesome!! The rental process was very smooth from beginning to end and Kristi was always responsive to any of my requests. It's been a week since our stay and I still find my Mom smiling, thinking about her birthday. She says this birthday was THE BEST one she's ever had (and she's had a couple of good ones!). Kristi, thank you so much for making this an occasion that we will never ever forget!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017