The Ozark Giraffe

Bentonville

The Space

Giraffe houses are generally thought to have first appeared around 1910, but their acceptance grew during the 1930s by Missouri agricultural extension bulletins, which described how to build a house from indigenous stone. Often used as a veneer over standard frame houses, the thick slabs could be structural as well. But, these makers of slab stone houses used their own sense of design, with starburst patterns and other creative choices of surface decoration to personalize their building process. Consider these builders part of a long tradition of “make-doer’s” in the Missouri Ozark hills.

By the mid-twentieth century, Giraffe house building was a thing of the past. Thankfully, many still stand today — a testament to creativity, hard work and a little ingenuity. Born of a folk tradition, these houses represent just a slice of the rich, indigenous American architecture deserving of remembrance today. Put a little blue grass on the record player and sit on the porch while you wave at the passers by. Cheers!

The Neighborhood

The Ozark Giraffe has major Hipbilly vibes! This quirky little house is located steps to Bentonville Town Square, right in the heart of downtown Bentonville. With super comfy beds, 100% organic cotton sheets, a fantastic record collection, curated book collection, ice machine, fire table, BBQ grill 65 inch TV and cozy blankets - you’ll be sure to enjoy the relaxing moments between play.

Enjoy staying in a little piece of history, a traditional craftsman style 1920s home with Ozark Giraffe Stone exterior. This home is coming up on 100 years old. That means smaller closets, small bathroom and some unevenness throughout. It is a comfy, cozy, old home with old home characteristics. If you want to feel right at home sipping a cocktail and listening to records, this is the place for you!

The Ozark Giraffe

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 beds · 1 baths