You’ve probably seen them on HGTV, covered in sawdust or debating the merits of a vintage corbel. Dave and Jenny Marrs have become the faces of small-town restoration, making everyone wish they had a historic fixer-upper and a couple of acres in the South. But where do Dave and Jenny Marrs live when the cameras stop rolling?
It’s not some gated Hollywood mansion. Honestly, it’s exactly what you’d expect, yet way more chaotic than the edited TV version.
The short answer is Bentonville, Arkansas. But that doesn't really tell the whole story. They don't just "live" there; they’ve basically woven themselves into the fabric of the town. Their home is a 122-year-old farmhouse that wasn't even supposed to be theirs.
The House That Almost Wasn't
Most people think they bought a farm and built a house. Nope. In 2012, Dave was actually hired to tear this house down. It was a 1903-built structure sitting in downtown Bentonville. A local church wanted the land for a parking lot.
Dave took one look at the craftsmanship and couldn't do it. He told Jenny, and they made a wild decision: they bought the house for a nominal fee, cut it into three massive pieces, and hauled it through the mud to a patch of land they owned outside of town.
It sat there for a while. They initially thought it would be a "country getaway" or maybe a guest house. But as they worked on it, the house sort of claimed them. They moved in and never left.
Inside the Marrs Family Farmhouse
If you’re looking for a museum-quality interior, you won’t find it here. Jenny often describes their home as a "hot mess," which feels pretty relatable for a family of seven.
The house is about 2,400 square feet. That sounds decent, but when you cram in Dave, Jenny, and their five kids—Nathan, Ben, Sylvie, Charlotte, and Luke—it gets small fast.
- The Kitchen: This is Dave’s sanctuary. It’s where the family congregates, and it features a massive island and custom woodwork.
- The Living Room: It’s anchored by a vintage wood-burning stove. Dave loves it because it’s efficient; Jenny loves it because it looks cool.
- The Height Chart: One of the most famous spots in the house is a door frame where they’ve notched the kids’ heights over the years.
- Jenny’s Office: A small, intentional space converted from an old playroom.
They’ve renovated the place three different times since moving in. As the kids got bigger, the house had to evolve. They even turned an extra garage bay into a home gym recently. It’s a working farm, so there’s always mud. Always. Between the five kids and the rotating door of animals, the floors probably haven't been truly clean since 2014.
Life at The Berry Farm
Where they live is inseparable from what they do. Their property isn't just a backyard; it’s The Berry Farm.
Located at 12726 Huber Rd in Bentonville, this is a functioning U-Pick blueberry and blackberry farm. It’s a massive operation with over 5,000 blueberry plants. But they didn't do it just for the fruit.
The farm exists to fund a program in Zimbabwe called HelpOneNow. It provides agricultural training for orphaned teens, teaching them how to farm so they can support themselves.
Living on a working farm means the kids aren't just playing; they're working. During the summer of 2026, you’ll still find the Marrs kids out in the fields pruning and picking. Jenny is big on teaching them the "ripple effect"—the idea that pulling weeds in Arkansas helps a kid halfway across the world.
Why Bentonville?
They aren't originally from Arkansas. Dave grew up in Colorado and Jenny is from Florida. They moved to Northwest Arkansas in 2004 for Dave’s job (he was with Newell Rubbermaid at the time).
They planned to stay for two years. That was over two decades ago.
Bentonville has changed a lot since then. It went from a quiet town known mostly as the birthplace of Walmart to a global mountain biking capital and a cultural hub. The Marrses are a huge part of that growth. They own Marrs Mercantile in Centerton and just opened (or are about to open, depending on the week) Marrs on Main right in downtown Bentonville.
The Reality of 2026
Heading into 2026, the family is still firmly planted in Northwest Arkansas. There were rumors for a bit that they might move to Italy after filming Fixer to Fabulous: Italiano, but those were just rumors. They loved the pace of life in Tuscany, but Arkansas is home.
Jenny recently shared on social media that 2025 was a "really, really hard" year for them. While they haven't shared every detail, it’s clear that even with the HGTV fame, they deal with the same soul-crushing "real life" stuff everyone else does. Their farmhouse is where they retreat to find what Jenny calls "deep soul rest."
What You Can Learn From Their Setup
You don't need a TV crew to steal a bit of the Marrs' lifestyle. Their home works because it isn't precious.
- Prioritize "Real" Over "Perfect": If you have kids and dogs, stop trying to live in a showroom. Use durable fabrics and embrace the scuff marks on the baseboards.
- Save the History: Before you gut a room, look for the "soul" of the house. Is there a brick wall behind that drywall? Keep it.
- Use Your Land: Even if you just have a balcony, grow something. The connection to nature is what keeps Dave and Jenny grounded.
If you ever find yourself in Northwest Arkansas, you can't go to their front door—obviously, give them some privacy—but you can visit The Berry Farm during picking season or grab a coffee near their new shop on Main Street. They’re usually around, probably wearing boots and looking for the next old building to save.
Next Steps for Your Own Home:
If you're inspired by the Marrs' farmhouse style, start by auditing your own space for "intentionality." Look for one area in your home that feels like a "sanctuary"—like Jenny's office or Dave's kitchen—and remove the clutter that doesn't serve your family's daily rhythm. You might not be able to move a 100-year-old house across town, but you can certainly start a "height chart" on a door frame today.