Fannie's On 5th Street-Close To Downtown And Magnolia Market

Waco, Texas
$519 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 12

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

This historic 4-bedroom, 2-bath home combines timeless character with modern comfort just blocks from Magnolia Market, the Farmers Market, Spice Village, and downtown Waco attractions. Originally built between 1907 and 1910, Fannie’s On 5th features stained glass windows, hardwood floors, tall ceilings, a clawfoot tub, and a grand front porch with rocking chairs, creating a one-of-a-kind stay near Baylor University.

Historic Downtown Waco Location
Fannie’s On 5th placesyou within walking distance of Magnolia Market, the Silos, the Farmers Market, Spice Village, Austin Avenue shops and restaurants, and many of downtown Waco’s most popular attractions. Baylor University is about a mile away, and Waco Surf is only a short drive from the home, making this a convenient location for both relaxing weekends and Baylor visits.

The Home
Originally constructed between 1907 and 1910, Fannie’s On 5th is a beautifully restored historic home filled with craftsmanship and character rarely found today. From the moment you arrive, the grand front porch welcomes you with large columns, handcrafted details, and white wicker rocking chairs perfect for slow mornings or relaxing evenings.

Inside, the home showcases many of its original architectural features, including stained glass windows, transoms, hardwood floors, tall ceilings, hand-carved woodwork, and an original fireplace mantel designed to mirror the stained glass patterns throughout the home. Guests will also find timeless touches like a clawfoot tub, vintage pedestal sink, and a charming sleeping porch lined with original windows.

The home has been lovingly restored by the great-great-granddaughter of the original owners, who rediscovered the property generations later and thoughtfully preserved its historic beauty while adding modern comforts throughout. Each bedroom includes unique decorative touches inspired by family history, local artists, and meaningful personal details connected to the home’s story.

A Thoughtful Stay in a Historic Neighborhood
Fannie’s On 5th has been part of this downtown neighborhood for more than a century, and maintaining a peaceful atmosphere for neighbors remains important. Guests are kindly asked to be respectful regarding noise and gatherings so everyone can enjoy the property and neighborhood comfortably.

Whether you’re visiting Waco for Magnolia, Baylor, or simply to experience one of the city’s most unique historic homes, Fannie’s On 5th offers a stay filled with warmth, history, and timeless charm.

Occupancy Certificate License: STR000978-12-2020

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 3754 Sq Ft (349 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    4 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Note From Host: No Smoking And No Vaping. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

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Review Review

  • Nancy

    Submitted Feb 1, 2022

    Stayed Jan 29, 2022

    Stop searching and book Fannie’s; you won’t be disappointed! 11 women stayed here while back in Waco for a 50 year reunion as friends who met our freshman year at Baylor. Plenty of space, great kitchen and gathering areas. A perfect choice for us!

  • Colleen W.

    Submitted Feb 4, 2026

    Stayed Feb 2, 2026

    It was a great place to stay! I would highly recommend! The host was very accommodating!

  • Shawn K.

    Submitted Jan 31, 2026

    Stayed Jan 26, 2026

    Had a wonderful stay. Close to town. Staff was amazing to work with. Recommend

  • Submitted Jan 24, 2026

    Stayed Jan 19, 2026

    Our group enjoyed a wonderful family gathering at Fannies on 5th. This beautiful home was spotless, comfortable and in a great location for the things we wanted to do around Waco. Communication with the property manager was very responsive and helpful. We appreciated the layout of the house and all of the abundant kitchen equipment. We would highly recommend this home!

  • Kathryn R.

    Submitted Dec 28, 2025

    Stayed Dec 26, 2025

    Such a great house with thoughtful touches. We really enjoyed our stay and loved how close we were to coffee shops, restaurants and the Silos. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Hollie B.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2025

    Stayed Nov 28, 2025

    We stayed with friends over the holiday weekend to attend a Baylor football game. The home was very clean and spacious for the 8 of us (4 adults, 4 teens). Would recommend. Had everything we needed and more.

  • Tammy L.

    Submitted Nov 24, 2025

    Stayed Nov 21, 2025

    Great house for a large group. Loved the front porch and spacious rooms. We were there to celebrate my daughter’s Bridal Shower. I was thankful for the two refrigerators because I made and transported the cake and was able to keep it separate from all of our other food. The kitchen is a good size but if you want to do any serious cooking, bring what you need. The kitchen could use more cookware/bakeware storage containers. Other than that the house was great!! Would stay there again!!

  • Tracy W.

    Submitted Nov 17, 2025

    Stayed Nov 14, 2025

    Fully equipped kitchen. Comfortable living space and outdoor seating. Beautiful home! Would definitely stay here again and highly recommend to anyone needing a large space. Hostess was very responsive and helpful.

  • Sierra C.

    Submitted Nov 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 31, 2025

    Everything about our stay, from communication to ease of check in, comfort, and charm… Fannie’s on 5th had it ALL. We loved our time in this special home and hope to return again soon. Thank you!

  • Kay B.

    Submitted Nov 8, 2025

    Stayed Nov 6, 2025

    We were a group of six friends going to a women's conference in Temple. Our decision to come two days early was a good one! What a gorgeous and well-maintained historic property! Coffee and visiting on the many porches, card playing in the dining room, exploring Waco - fabulous stay. We'll be back.

  • Angela C.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Sep 26, 2025

    We had a wonderful time! Plenty of room to sit and visit, play games and have space to spread out! Great location.

  • Kimberly G.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    Great location and house!!

  • Chris R.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    The house is great! Beds are comfortable and home was clean! Beautiful home good location! The communication was great. 10 of 10 would stay again!

  • J B.

    Submitted May 16, 2025

    Stayed May 12, 2025

    Great house for large get-togethers. Plenty of room. Kitchen was great. Loved that we could park so many cars in the gated back yard.

  • Kim H.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    We had a great family weekend visiting family and seeing the sites of Waco. The house fit our family exactly and location was perfect to walk to most of our activities!

  • Natalie D.

    Submitted Apr 1, 2025

    Stayed Mar 30, 2025

    This is a beautiful historical space to have family or friends. There are so many thoughtful details such as coffee, extra items in the pantry and lots of towels. The different porches are fantastic for relaxing, chatting and having coffee. Do yourself a favor and stay here, you'll never want to stay anywhere else in Waco.

  • June T.

    Submitted Mar 17, 2025

    Stayed Mar 13, 2025

    Huge house in a great location. Highly recommend.

  • Bradford F.

    Submitted Jan 5, 2025

    Stayed Jan 3, 2025

    We had a group of ten in town for a wedding downtown and this was the perfect house for us to gather and enjoy being with each other.

  • Margaret M.

    Submitted Nov 17, 2024

    Stayed Nov 12, 2024

    Fannie’s on Fifth did not disappoint……. The home was conviently located, beautifully appointed and overall amazing! The kitchen, dining room, bedrooms and bathrooms were great. We enjoyed ourselves and even walked to downtown, The Silos and The Spice Village. If we come back to Waco we will try to stay there again. We are all recommending it to our friends. We utilized all of the porches and gathering spots. It was Great!

  • Robert H.

    Submitted Nov 10, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    Beautiful house. Great communication and location.

  • Debra C.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    Great place for a girls trip to Waco! Enjoyed shopping at Magnolia and eating out at good restaurants in town. House was just the right size for 7 of us women. We enjoyed nights together around the dining room table sharing stories and quality girl time! Thank you for sharing your house with us.

  • Russell P.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    We stayed at this beautiful home for a college reunion and it was perfect! Easy parking, downtown and near Baylor campus, very clean home and comfortable beds. We already mentioned that we want to stay here again for next years trip. 5 stars!!

  • Warren E.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2024

    Stayed Sep 3, 2024

    Second stay at Fannies on 5th in Waco. Great for a big group. We had 10 people. Good parking for lots of cars in back. Driveway a bit narrow though. Highly recommend. Management group great to wrk with.

  • Stephanie P.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2024

    Stayed Sep 13, 2024

    A group of 7 adults celebrating a family birthday. The house was clean and nicely decorated (not too much, not too little). The rooms were spacious and we enjoyed spending time at the house, The beds were comfortable. The location was central to everything. The management service was friendly and prompt. Having the 2 bedrooms downstairs made it very convenient for my elderly family members. I would stay there again and highly recommend it.

  • Bonnie H.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2024

    Stayed Aug 16, 2024

    Fannies on 5th, was perfect for our family of 5 adults and 4 grandchildren. Our family came from MN, CA and TX to attend the graduation of our daughter-in-law who graduated with highest honors from Nursing School. We love to cook, saw the silos, the suspension bridge, the mammoth dig, took hikes, and ate at the amazing Pivovar Restaurant. Fannies was close to everything which make driving a snap. Thank you also to Sarah, who cheerfully answered a myriad of questions. I highly recommend this VRBO.

  • Stacy C.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2024

    Stayed Jul 31, 2024

    The location was great as it was close to a lot of places we wanted to go. It was a beautiful home, very clean and the AC worked great! The owner/manager was very informative with instructions etc... We had a great time and would absolutely stay there again.

  • Kelly G.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2024

    Stayed Jul 18, 2024

    Beautiful home with spacious rooms. Loved the history and location to downtown activities. Hosts were very responsive and kind. Would highly recommend!

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