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

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 202700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Waco, TX
  • Place, Heart O' Texas Speedway
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Homestead Heritage
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Baylor University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Waco

Located in Lacy-Lakeview, this vacation home is within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Magnolia Market at the Silos and Baylor University. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Heart O' Texas Speedway - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Homestead Heritage - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Baylor University - 10 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • McLane Stadium - 11 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Magnolia Market at the Silos - 11 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive

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 4 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

Upstairs:
*Bedroom 3- Queen Bed & Full/Full Bunkbeds
*Bedroom 4- 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.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Optional ski privileges

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Optional ski privileges
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,700 square feet

Policies

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Lock the doors
Bag all trash and place in the outside receptacles (beside the outdoor staircase) Leave used beds unmade
Gather towels & place in bathrooms or laundry room Start dishwasher Lock doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

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.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 5 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $100 per pet per stay (pre approval required)

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Lake & Pond on-site, not responsible for accidents

Events

No events allowed
Please contact me in regards Private parties

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
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
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Note from host: Please contact me in regards Private parties
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Lacy-Lakeview, close to Magnolia Market at the Silos, Homestead Heritage, and Waco Mammoth National Monument. Heart O' Texas Speedway is also within a driving distance of 3.4 mi.

How much does it cost to stay at HGTV’s “BARNDOMINIUM” 16 Acres w/ Lake, Outdoor Kitchen, Decks & Playground?

As of Dec 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HGTV’s “BARNDOMINIUM” 16 Acres w/ Lake, Outdoor Kitchen, Decks & Playground on Jan 13, 2026 start from $302.5, excluding 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.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at HGTV’s “BARNDOMINIUM” 16 Acres w/ Lake, Outdoor Kitchen, Decks & Playground?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include access to a chef, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at HGTV’s “BARNDOMINIUM” 16 Acres w/ Lake, Outdoor Kitchen, Decks & Playground?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional), which is 10.8 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at HGTV’s “BARNDOMINIUM” 16 Acres w/ Lake, Outdoor Kitchen, Decks & Playground?

Yes, every accommodation at HGTV’s “BARNDOMINIUM” 16 Acres w/ Lake, Outdoor Kitchen, Decks & Playground comes with a balcony with some featuring water views.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

lynette o., Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy private area. Plenty of space to spread out. There was sand in one of the top bunks in the bed, so two people ended up having to share a bed space. The kitchen was fully stocked and loved having access to a rooftop deck. The pond has a lot of sticks so it really was not fishable. The property is peaceful and is close enough to all the things Waco.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

rob b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place for our family to stay while our son participated in the Waco Ironman 70.3! Beautiful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved that it was pet friendly and loved the amount of space outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine R.

Liked: Cleanliness

vacay

The house was beautiful, and the grounds were too. The kids had a ball running around playing hide and go seek in the dark.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful home, on beautiful property. Perfect for large gatherings. Perfect for a quiet get away. Plenty of seating and gathering space, whether inside, or outside on one of the patios. Privacy to perfection, whether indoors via separate bedrooms, or outdoors, via distance from the public and the surrounding trees. Absolutely the best stocked VRBO ever, with comfortable, quality items, plentiful kitchen stock. The host was easy to contact and checked via text, to be sure everything was just right. It was all above and beyond our expectations. I will politely suggest, especially on behalf of the menfolk in our group, that having better access to the lake for fishing and kayaking would've been greatly appreciated. The guys also thought a Blackstone griddle would be awesome. The ladies would've appreciated a cordless vacuum. We definitely recommend this beautiful home and would look forward to another stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C., Bellville, TX USA

Liked: Cleanliness

4th of July Getaway

We had a wonderful stay with every comfort from home! It actually rained the entire weekend so we were so grateful for a beautiful home to enjoy being cooped up. We really loved cooking in the beautiful kitchen and eating at the huge dining room table! Big bonus for us that it was dog friendly! We would stay again:-)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

TLC

This property has a lot of potential but needs some TLC to be a great stay. You really aren’t able to fish or swim. It needs some sort of dock to get past all the buildup at the bank. Overall we did enjoy our stay but there were just a few little things that need to be addressed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor K.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Chip & Joanne Experience

Being a big "Fixer Upper" and Chip & Joanna Gaines fan, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to book this property! The grounds and home were beautiful, and you could tell it was totally Joanna's vibe inside. We even watched the Fixer Upper episode where they remodeled the Barndominium while we were there...that was fun! We were looking around at everything as they were doing it, which was really entertaining. (Season 3, Episode 7).The rooms were very comfortable and clean. The property was fairly well stocked with household items, minus a few minor things (salt & pepper, napkins), but nothing to complain about.The grounds were pretty and it was quiet and peaceful there. It was entertaining to watch the family of deer pass by through the large french doors.The banquet table is so impressive! We ate meals there since one of our party was elderly and couldn't really do the stairs to go up where the kitchen was. That actually took a little getting used to (having the kitchen and living area upstairs), and may be something to consider for future visitors.Overall, we really enjoyed it. It wasn't just a place to stay, it was an experience!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annika C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Getaway

My family and I loved our stay at the Barndominium!! It was spacious and had great views. The host was also very friendly and responsive to all our questions. We really liked that the home was near to the Silos and other attractions in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pradeep C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Reading Retreat

Ten ladies spent a lovely weekend at the Barndominium; we had our book discussions inside and outside on the deck. We enjoyed shopping at Fanled book shop and the Silos.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Waco Experience

The Barndeminium is exactly as expected. We had a great time and the property is within 15 minutes of every attraction we attended. We visited the Silos, the Castle, and did Zoo lights.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fanily Christmas

wonderful location, easy to drive to, easy access to the property, big open area for the kids to run around, great communication with the hosts. We had an amazing time. Only issue was that its a two story so it would be hard for someone with disabilities to navigate.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving getaway

Traveling from several locations, our extended family enjoyed a relaxing Thanksgiving get together. The large table made the dining experience more special and the views and weather were perfect. From playing games, to fishing and breaking bread together, this experience was one to be cherished and remembered.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

6/10 Okay

Melanie C.

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.

Liked: Cleanliness

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., Missouri City

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.

Liked: Cleanliness

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.

Liked: Cleanliness

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.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

Liked: Cleanliness

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.

Liked: Cleanliness

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