Fixer Upper: Renovation and Holiday Decor at Magnolia House Bed and Breakfast

Chip and Joanna Gaines purchased a "fixer upper" bed and breakfast that's in a great location, but has peeling paint and a lack-luster appearance, as seen on Fixer Upper. (Before #17)

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BEFORE: "The Wild West House"

It was Joanna's idea, but her enthusiasm was contagious. This stately (albeit neglected) Victorian in McGregor, Texas was one of the homes Chip and Joanna had shown to clients Jaime and Kyle Ferguson on a home tour. The Fergusons opted for a newer house on a wooded lot, but Joanna positively fell in love with this quaint and historic home built in 1880 – and with the idea of transforming it into a bed and breakfast. It wasn't long before Chip was on board with the project as well.

The newly renovated Magnolia House bed and breakfast has been transformed from the inside out. The exterior has a new brick skirt, updated paint, metal roof, and landscaping, as seen on Fixer Upper. (After #17)

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AFTER: Magnolia House Bed and Breakfast

During the home tour, Chip had dubbed this "The Wild West House" because it was built by a banker in in the late nineteenth century and sometimes served as a makeshift cash repository when money was being transferred via stagecoach. For the renovation, the home's exterior got a new brick skirt, fresh paint and a classic metal roof.

The new sign that welcomes guests into the newly renovated Magnolia House bed and breakfast, as seen on Fixer Upper. (exterior)

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New Adventure

This sign welcomes guests at the newly renovated Magnolia House.

The front door to the newly renovated Magnolia House bed and breakfast, as seen on Fixer Upper. (exterior)

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Home for the Holidays

As it turned out, Chip and Joanna would welcome the B&B's first guests – both sets of their parents – during the holiday season. The new front entrance is decorated for the occasion with evergreen garland and urns filled with pine cones, greenery and large red ornaments.

Hosts Chip and Joanna Gaines pose for a portrait while demolishing the entryway of the Bed and Breakfast, as seen on Fixer Upper. (portrait)

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Meet the Homeowners

This time you may recognize them. Chip and Joanna Gaines prepare to take on yet another fixer upper – but this time its one of their own. The soon-to-be bed-and-breakfast is 2800 square feet, has four bedrooms, two baths and comes with a beautiful, private backyard with a gazebo.

Host Chip Gaines starts demolition in the entryway of the Bed and Breakfast by removing an old chair rail, as seen on Fixer Upper. (action)

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Demo Day

Chip gets started with one of his favorite parts of any renovation: demolition day.

The dining room in the bed and breakfast had outdated wall paper, an old fire place, and brass chandelier, as seen on Fixer Upper. (Before #4)

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The Dining Room, BEFORE

The fabric wallpaper was peeling, the carpet was worn and the brass chandelier, though dated, was more "1980" than "1880."

Newly Renovated Dining Room With Industrial Style Chandelier

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The Dining Room, AFTER

The renovated dining room gets a restored fireplace, hardwood flooring, an industrial style chandelier and plenty of shiplap.

The dining room in the bed and breakfast had outdated wall paper, old cabinets, and brass chandelier, as seen on Fixer Upper. (Before #5)

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The Dining Room, BEFORE

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The Dining Room, AFTER

Furnishings in the new dining room include an antique grandfather clock case and rustic table in distressed white. The original built-in cabinet was retained and is painted matte black for a nice contrast with the white walls.

The chandelier over the dining room table in the newly renovated Magnolia House bed and breakfast, as seen on Fixer Upper. (after)

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Dining Room, Detail

The fireplace mantle in the dining room of newly renovated Magnolia House bed and breakfast, as seen on Fixer Upper. (after)

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Dining Room, Detail

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Holiday Table Setting

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Holiday Table Setting

The living room on the first floor of the bed and breakfast was old and worn down with outdated wall paper, as seen on Fixer Upper. (Before #1)

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The Living Room, BEFORE

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The Living Room, AFTER

Walls were removed to open up the living room space and hardwood flooring installed throughout.

Host Joanna Gaines decorates the Magnolia House bed & breakfast for Christmas, as seen on Fixer Upper.

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Finishing Touches

Joanna decides on placement for a framed print in the new living room.

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Holiday Decorating

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Holiday Decorating

Industrial Style Chandelier in Renovated Living Room

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Living Room, AFTER

New, larger windows were added in the living room to bring in more light, and the walls are lightened up with shiplap painted in white.

Living Room With Christmas Tree and Industrial Chandelier

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Living Room, AFTER

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Living Room, Detail

Coffee Table Adorned With Holiday Accents

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Living Room, Detail

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Oh, Christmas Tree

For the Christmas tree in the living room, Joanna opted for a monochromatic approach – with white and silver ornaments, simple white lights and a ribbon garland.

The hallway on the first floor of the bed and breakfast had ugly wallpaper and a staircase in the middle of it, as seen on Fixer Upper. (Before #3)

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First Floor Hallway and Stair, BEFORE

Prior to the renovation the hallway had dated wallpaper and an obtrusive stairway enclosure.

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Foyer and Stair, AFTER

One of Joanna's recommendations when she showed this house to prospective buyers was to open up the foyer and stair. The renovation included reconfiguring the entry, making room for a perfect reading nook with built-in bookshelves tucked beneath the stairs.

Reading Nook and Staircase Decked Out in Garland

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Foyer and Stair, AFTER

Antique Streetlamp Pendant Lights in Foyer and Hallway Space

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Foyer and Stair, AFTER

The foyer and hallway are lit with pendant lights fashioned in the style of antique streetlamps.

The staircase leading to the second story was a tight space, had outdated wall paper and carpet, as seen on Fixer Upper. (Before #6)

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Stairwell, BEFORE

The stair leading to the second floor was claustrophobic, and the steps were covered in worn carpet.

The entryway in the newly remodeled Magnolia House bed and breakfast was opened up by removing walls and a new staircase was created that leads to the second story, as seen on Fixer Upper. (After #6)

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Foyer and Stair, AFTER

The updated stairs are widened and have a sleek look with hardwood and a new iron railing.

The kitchen of the bed and breakfast had outdated cabinets, flooring, wallpaper, and appliances, as seen on Fixer Upper. (Before #15)

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Kitchen, BEFORE

The existing kitchen had outdated cabinets, flooring and wallpaper, but it was spacious and offered opportunity for plenty of natural light.

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Kitchen, AFTER

The renovation includes custom concrete countertops, a farm sink and new stainless steel appliances.

The kitchen of the bed and breakfast had outdated cabinets, flooring, wallpaper, and appliances, as seen on Fixer Upper. (Before #16)

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Kitchen, BEFORE

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Kitchen, AFTER

Joanna's simple and rustic style is in evidence in the kitchen with its clean lines, generous work surfaces and open shelving. The multilayered lighting scheme makes use of recessed fixtures, task and accent lighting above work areas and a distinctive chandelier.

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Kitchen, AFTER

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Kitchen, AFTER

The kitchen in the newly renovated Magnolia House bed and breakfast features custom concrete countertops, a farm sink and stainless steel appliances, as seen on Fixer Upper. (after)

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Kitchen, Detail

The dining table and chandelier in the kitchen of the newly renovated Magnolia House bed and breakfast, as seen on Fixer Upper. (after)

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Kitchen, Detail

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Kitchen, Detail

The bedroom on the first floor of the bed and breakfast was old and worn down with outdated wall paper and fireplace, as seen on Fixer Upper. (Before #8)

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Downstairs Bedroom, BEFORE

Newly Renovated Bedroom With Restored Fireplace

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Downstairs Bedroom, AFTER

This renovated downstairs bedroom now features hardwood floors, cool gray wall paint and a restored fireplace.

Antique Dresser and Custom Wood Headboard in Bedroom

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Downstairs Bedroom, AFTER

A custom wood headboard and antique dresser pair nicely with the new wood flooring. A door in this bedroom offers access to a side porch.

The bedroom on the first floor of the Magnolia House bed and breakfast has a newly restored fireplace, windows, and access to the side porch, as seen on Fixer Upper. (after)

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Downstairs Bedroom, Detail

The mantel is accented for the holidays with a fresh evergreen wreath, and stockings are hung by the chimney with care.

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Downstairs Bedroom, Detail

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Downstairs Bedroom, Detail

The bathroom on the second story of the bed and breakfast had old fixtures, outdated wall paper and torn carpet, as seen on Fixer Upper. (Before #7)

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Bathroom, BEFORE

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Bathroom, AFTER

The renovated bathroom, done in uniform white, features a glass enclosed shower and antique style pedestal sink.

Bathroom With Antique Style Pedestal Sink

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Bathroom, AFTER

Bathroom With Moroccan Style Floor Tiles

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Bathroom, AFTER

Other highlights in the renovated bath include a pedestal tub, white shiplap and Moroccan style floor tiles.

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Downstairs Bedroom #2, AFTER

A second bedroom on the ground floor has two single beds and features enlarged windows, white sheer window treatments and suspended bedside tables.

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Downstairs Bedroom #2, AFTER

The second bedroom on the first floor of the newly renovated Magnolia House bed and breakfast has new windows, flooring and fresh decor, as seen on Fixer Upper. (after)

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Downstairs Bedroom #2, AFTER

Wall decor includes a mirror in an ornate frame and a framed print with some words to live by.

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Downstairs Bedroom #2, AFTER

The top of the staitcase that led to the second story of the bed and breakfast was in an odd position and had outdated handrails, as seen on Fixer Upper. (Before #12)

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Upstairs Landing, BEFORE

At the top of the stairs is a spacious landing with lots of light but worn carpeting and dated railing and wallpaper.

The seating area in the upstairs landing of the newly renovated Magnolia House bed and breakfast, as seen on Fixer Upper. (After #12)

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Upstairs Landing, AFTER

New wood flooring, white shiplap a simple bench seat and more modern styled railing make for a dramatic transformation in this space.

The commons area on the second story of the bed and breakfast was purposeless and had outdated wall paper and carpet, as seen on Fixer Upper. (Before #11)

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Upstairs Landing, BEFORE

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Upstairs Landing, BEFORE

Another seating area on the second story of the newly renovated Magnolia House bed and breakfast, as seen on Fixer Upper. (After #11)

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Upstairs Landing, BEFORE

The ample space on the upper landing offers room for an additional seating area.

A close-up of the side table in the seating area on the second story of the newly renovated Magnolia House bed and breakfast, as seen on Fixer Upper. (after)

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Upstairs Landing, Detail

The ladder and decor in the seating area on the second story of the newly renovated Magnolia House bed and breakfast, as seen on Fixer Upper. (after)

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Upstairs Landing, Detail

The chandelier over the seating area on the second story of the newly renovated Magnolia House bed and breakfast, as seen on Fixer Upper. (after)

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Upstairs Landing, Detail

The closets on the second story of the bed and breakfast were an odd size, lacked purpose and had outdated wallpaper and carpet, as seen on Fixer Upper. (Before #13)

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Upstairs Bedroom, BEFORE

This upstairs room was being used as a closet but, for that purpose, the space was awkward and inefficient.

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Upstairs Bedroom, AFTER

With just a single bed and spare furnishings, the room converts nicely into a cozy hideaway bedroom.

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Upstairs Bedroom, AFTER

A rainy afternoon and the sound of rain on the new metal roof might well be the recipe for the perfect nap in this attic bedroom.

The half kitchen on the second story of the bed and breakfast lacked appliances and had outdated wallpaper and carpet, as seen on Fixer Upper. (Before #14)

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Upstairs Kitchenette, BEFORE

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Upstairs Kitchenette, AFTER

New tile floor, white shiplap paneling and a bistro table and chairs transform this formerly wasted space into a casual dining area with coffee bar.

This former closet on the second story of the newly renovated Magnolia House bed and breakfast has now been converted into a coffee bar and sitting area, as seen on Fixer Upper. (after)

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Upstairs Kitchenette, Detail

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Upstairs Kitchenette, Detail

The bedroom on the second story of the bed and breakfast has outdated wallpaper and carpet, as seen on Fixer Upper. (Before #9)

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Upstairs Bedroom, BEFORE

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Upstairs Bedroom #2, AFTER

Part of the landing and common area at the top of the stairs was reconfigured to make this spacious bedroom suite.

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Upstairs Bedroom #2, AFTER

The decor is kept straightforward and clean with a simple wood bench seat, four-post bed and industrial styled dresser.

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Upstairs Bedroom #2, Detail

The bedroom on the second story of the Magnolia House bed and breakfast is spacious after it was converted from a common room, as seen on Fixer Upper. (after)

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Upstairs Bedroom #2, Detail

Hosts Chip and Joanna Gaines reveal the Magnolia House bed & breakfast to their parents for the first time, as seen on Fixer Upper.

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Christmas With Family

Chip and Joanna take their parents on a tour of the newly renovated Magnolia House B&B.

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Family Portrait

Hosts Chip and Joanna Gaines bake Christmas cookies, as seen on Fixer Upper.

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Happy Holidays

It's just not Christmas until somebody bakes cookies.

Hosts Chip and Joanna Gaines suprise the kids with a reindeer visit at Magnolia Farms, as seen on Fixer Upper.

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Reindeer R Us

Back at Magnolia Farms, Joanna and St. Nick pose for a pic with a late model sleigh and one tiny reindeer.

Fixer Upper: Renovation and Holiday Decor at Magnolia House Bed and Breakfast

BEFORE: "The Wild West House"

AFTER: Magnolia House Bed and Breakfast

New Adventure

Home for the Holidays

Meet the Homeowners

Demo Day

The Dining Room, BEFORE

The Dining Room, AFTER

The Dining Room, BEFORE

The Dining Room, AFTER

Dining Room, Detail

Dining Room, Detail

Holiday Table Setting

Holiday Table Setting

The Living Room, BEFORE

The Living Room, AFTER

Finishing Touches

Holiday Decorating

Holiday Decorating

Living Room, AFTER

Living Room, AFTER

Living Room, Detail

Living Room, Detail

Oh, Christmas Tree

First Floor Hallway and Stair, BEFORE

Foyer and Stair, AFTER

Foyer and Stair, AFTER

Foyer and Stair, AFTER

Stairwell, BEFORE

Foyer and Stair, AFTER

Kitchen, BEFORE

Kitchen, AFTER

Kitchen, BEFORE

Kitchen, AFTER

Kitchen, AFTER

Kitchen, AFTER

Kitchen, Detail

Kitchen, Detail

Kitchen, Detail

Downstairs Bedroom, BEFORE

Downstairs Bedroom, AFTER

Downstairs Bedroom, AFTER

Downstairs Bedroom, Detail

Downstairs Bedroom, Detail

Downstairs Bedroom, Detail

Bathroom, BEFORE

Bathroom, AFTER

Bathroom, AFTER

Bathroom, AFTER

Downstairs Bedroom #2, AFTER

Downstairs Bedroom #2, AFTER

Downstairs Bedroom #2, AFTER

Downstairs Bedroom #2, AFTER

Upstairs Landing, BEFORE

Upstairs Landing, AFTER

Upstairs Landing, BEFORE

Upstairs Landing, BEFORE

Upstairs Landing, BEFORE

Upstairs Landing, Detail

Upstairs Landing, Detail

Upstairs Landing, Detail

Upstairs Bedroom, BEFORE

Upstairs Bedroom, AFTER

Upstairs Bedroom, AFTER

Upstairs Kitchenette, BEFORE

Upstairs Kitchenette, AFTER

Upstairs Kitchenette, Detail

Upstairs Kitchenette, Detail

Upstairs Bedroom, BEFORE

Upstairs Bedroom #2, AFTER

Upstairs Bedroom #2, AFTER

Upstairs Bedroom #2, Detail

Upstairs Bedroom #2, Detail

Christmas With Family

Family Portrait

Happy Holidays

Reindeer R Us

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