Buying a new home is one of life’s biggest milestones, right up there with graduation, marriage, or welcoming a new child. Naturally, every buyer hopes to know exactly what they’re getting and to avoid any surprises after moving in.
For Kayla and her family, that expectation was no different. But after settling into their new home in Texas, they quickly discovered something unexpected that hadn’t been mentioned in the listing.
To their surprise, it became one of their favorite things about the house.
A Hidden Surprise In The Backyard
When Kayla and her family first noticed this unlisted “feature,” they were caught off guard.
In a video posted on her Instagram profile, @wanderlustkyla, she revealed that it turned out to be what she called the “best part” of their new home.
The video begins innocently enough, showing Kayla’s child joyfully swinging in the backyard. But in the next clip, something unusual catches the viewer’s attention.
Near the fence, there’s a small hole, and it isn’t just any hole.
Peeking through it is the face of Stewie, the friendly dog belonging to the next-door neighbors. Through this perfectly sized opening, Stewie can observe the yard and say hello to his new human friends.
What could have been considered a flaw in the property quickly turned into a source of daily smiles for Kayla’s family, especially the children, who now look forward to greeting their furry neighbor each day.
The Internet Falls In Love
Kayla’s Instagram video quickly went viral, winning hearts across social media.
In the caption, she explained that the hole in the fence wasn’t new:
“For those wondering, the hole was there when we moved in! The previous owner said it was for a sump pump and that was before Stewie lived there,” she wrote.
Viewers flooded the comments with playful suggestions and admiration:
“Paint a flower so Stewie can be a flower!!!!” one person commented.
Another wrote, “I mean seriously. How awesome is that!!!”
A third joked, “You’re lucky it wasn’t in the listing, otherwise the bidding would have skyrocketed! 🐶”
Kayla added that the family is now considering improving the setup for their four-legged friend.
“We are looking into making a door for him!” she shared.
What started as an unexpected discovery turned out to be the most heartwarming feature of all, proof that sometimes, the best parts of a new home aren’t the ones you expect.
