10/10 Excellent
Shanna B.
21 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful lake getaway
Shanna B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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Relax and Reconnect at Heron's Nest
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8173.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Livingston, TX
- Lake Livingston1 min walk
- TDCJ Polunsky Unit20 min drive
- Lake Livingston State Park23 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
downstairs bunk room
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Second Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Hall Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
Master Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Relax and Reconnect at Heron's Nest
Reconnect with your family, your partner, or old friends at this beautiful, quiet lakefront house. Create memories that will last a lifetime.
Just look at that sunroom, with a fantastic view of Sandy Creek Cove. Enjoy several seating areas in the sunroom, the deck, the living room, or the patio below. Go up six steps in this split level home and you will find the dining table and well-stocked kitchen, or use the charcoal grill downstairs on the patio.
Great primary bedroom suite (shower plus Jacuzzi tub) and second bedroom are upstairs. Downstairs is the third bedroom with a queen size bed and a great couch to sleep on, if needed. NOTE that the downstairs has a separate entrance and, I’m afraid, NO BATHROOM. Add to that the pull-out couch in the living room and you have four queen size beds for your group.
Relax outside in the hammock, fish, swim, or gather round the fire ring. Two kayaks are available for your use.
Within 20 minutes are restaurants, golf courses, bowling, a casino, and Lake Livingston State Park (details at house). Or catch your dinner right off the dock - it seems that the catfish are always biting. Great sunsets and a bird nesting ground nearby.
You have access to all that Heron's Nest has to offer, inside and out. Due to HOA restrictions, we can only have a maximum of 8 people.
Included in your rental:
*Well equipped kitchen: plates, bowls, glasses, pots/pans, mixing/serving bowls, utensils, basic spices & condiments, coffee maker and coffee, waffle maker, and of course a blender!
*Charcoal grill, fire pit, hammock, and two kayaks.
*WIFI throughout the house, Netflix, DVD/VCR player.
*Lots of board games and frisbees for the back yard
*Towels and all bedding
*Hair Dryer
*Washer and dryer
You should bring:
*Water toys and fishing gear (and license)
*Lawn chairs if you plan to use the campfire
*Food & drinks
*Personal toiletries
*Camera and binoculars
*’beach’ towels if you plan to swim
The House is not specifically child-proofed and the water is, of course, a hazard. Please supervise children carefully.
Easy parking for three cars on premises. Absolutely no parking on street, per HOA rules. Not suitable for large gatherings. Three night minimum on holiday weekends. Early check-in or late checkout MIGHT be available for a $50.00 fee.
Just look at that sunroom, with a fantastic view of Sandy Creek Cove. Enjoy several seating areas in the sunroom, the deck, the living room, or the patio below. Go up six steps in this split level home and you will find the dining table and well-stocked kitchen, or use the charcoal grill downstairs on the patio.
Great primary bedroom suite (shower plus Jacuzzi tub) and second bedroom are upstairs. Downstairs is the third bedroom with a queen size bed and a great couch to sleep on, if needed. NOTE that the downstairs has a separate entrance and, I’m afraid, NO BATHROOM. Add to that the pull-out couch in the living room and you have four queen size beds for your group.
Relax outside in the hammock, fish, swim, or gather round the fire ring. Two kayaks are available for your use.
Within 20 minutes are restaurants, golf courses, bowling, a casino, and Lake Livingston State Park (details at house). Or catch your dinner right off the dock - it seems that the catfish are always biting. Great sunsets and a bird nesting ground nearby.
You have access to all that Heron's Nest has to offer, inside and out. Due to HOA restrictions, we can only have a maximum of 8 people.
Included in your rental:
*Well equipped kitchen: plates, bowls, glasses, pots/pans, mixing/serving bowls, utensils, basic spices & condiments, coffee maker and coffee, waffle maker, and of course a blender!
*Charcoal grill, fire pit, hammock, and two kayaks.
*WIFI throughout the house, Netflix, DVD/VCR player.
*Lots of board games and frisbees for the back yard
*Towels and all bedding
*Hair Dryer
*Washer and dryer
You should bring:
*Water toys and fishing gear (and license)
*Lawn chairs if you plan to use the campfire
*Food & drinks
*Personal toiletries
*Camera and binoculars
*’beach’ towels if you plan to swim
The House is not specifically child-proofed and the water is, of course, a hazard. Please supervise children carefully.
Easy parking for three cars on premises. Absolutely no parking on street, per HOA rules. Not suitable for large gatherings. Three night minimum on holiday weekends. Early check-in or late checkout MIGHT be available for a $50.00 fee.
Property manager
Susan Koontz & Steve Smith
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
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Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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About the area
Livingston
Located in Livingston, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Polk County Memorial Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Livingston State Park and Sam Houston National Forest. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
Livingston, TX
What's nearby
- Lake Livingston - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- TDCJ Polunsky Unit - 20 min drive - 19.5 km
- Lake Livingston State Park - 23 min drive - 22.0 km
- Sam Houston National Forest - 31 min drive - 31.7 km
- Wolf Creek Park - 31 min drive - 33.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sonic Drive-In - 7 min drive
- Jerry's Restaurant - 7 min drive
- Miss Jeans Bar-BQ - 7 min drive
- La Casita Mexican Restaurant - 7 min drive
- Simple Simon's Pizza - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jackie F.
22 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Environment
Jackie F.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Darrell W.
5 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake get away
Darrell W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
James B.
22 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation
James B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Anthony & Coleen A.
29 November 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Stay
Anthony & Coleen A.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Toby M.
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family lake trip
Toby M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Holly R.
10 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Holly R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joyce C.
26 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering
Joyce C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Adam E.
14 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay on the lake
Adam E.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alan B.
30 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
Alan B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
denise l.
8 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Last blast b4 school starts
denise l.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matthew A.
25 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Work Trip
Matthew A.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany C.
4 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Tiffany C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
K G.
14 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene Views
K G.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
William C.
6 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retreat Enjoyed
William C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Morteza S.
15 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Morteza S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Pam F.
26 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely view of the lake!
Pam F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Adam E.
7 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Adam E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jeff B.
13 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Place and Location
Jeff B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Danny C.
18 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake House
Danny C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brenda D.
18 October 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome view. Enjoyed sun room.
Brenda D.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
31 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, relaxing stay
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alison M.
22 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great way to celebrate Father's Day
Alison M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sharman K., sarasota, florida
6 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very happy that we picked this place.
Sharman K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
6/10 Okay
Margaret R.
22 March 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lovely location
Margaret R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
About the host
Hosted by Susan Koontz & Steve Smith
Steve and Susan are each seventh-generation Texans. We live in Houston and plan to move to this house when we retire - when we are not volunteering in national parks. We will always treat our guests as we would want to be treated.
Why they chose this property
We fell in love with this beautiful house, and are thrilled to be able to own a lakefront home.
What makes this property unique
I love to eat in the sunroom, there is a large nesting ground for water birds nearby, and they are very active in the morning and evening. And the sunsets are breathtaking.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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