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NEW! Lakefront home, boatslip, great for families!

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Marina

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12261.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Livingston, TX
  • Lake Livingston
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • TDCJ Polunsky Unit
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lake Livingston State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bunk Room

4 Single Beds

Downstairs Primary

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Queen + Playhouse Bunks

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Pack-and-Play & Toddler Cot

2 Child Beds

Upstairs Primary (Parent's Room)

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Hallway Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Downstairs Primary Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Primary Ensuite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

NEW! Lakefront home, boatslip, great for families!

4 bedroom house with an outdoor flex room that sleeps up to 12 adults + extra kids! Perfect for families, stocked with everything needed for a baby to big kid to eat, sleep and play. A gorgeous shaded backyard provides respite from the hottest Texas days for backyard games (provided). Fully furnished and climate-controlled detached flex room provides an additional lodging or lounging space. The extra-long patio offers stunning views of the lake, including the most breathtaking sunset you’ll ever experience. Covered patio with grill has a picnic table (table cloths and fly tents provided) so you can enjoy the breeze and overlook the lake while dining.

The property has two docks: one where the jetskis are stored that is perfect for swimming, rope swinging & shaded lakeside-lounging, & second dock for boats. Lake seats, a stand-up paddle board and a kayak for your use are provided. The second dock houses the boats with an open boat slip to bring your own boat (without a lift, please see photo for measurements). The marina is a 3-minute boat ride away and a .2 mile drive to launch your boat.

MORE ON THE HOUSE
Enjoy astounding lake views from nearly every room of the house from the ample picture windows. All rooms are very comfortably appointed with plenty of cozy and practical seating options for gathering. Enjoy an evening around the game table playing poker, dominos, chess/checkers, or any of the other supplied games (including many kid games!) with a perfect view of the sunset. The house has two primary suites- a downstairs queen with an ensuite bathroom and an upstairs King with an ensuite bathroom. The upstairs king primary has a walk in closet converted to a nursery. No stairs are required to enter the house or enjoy the living spaces. The only space upstairs is the secondary king master and bathroom.

The bunk room features two XL twin over twin bunks so they are suitable for adults and kids alike.

Two living spaces offer a place for the kiddos to chill out at the end of the day while the adults do the same in a more serene space. Both the game room and living rooms have TVs. The game room has an Xbox with 4 controllers and lots of games, as well as many family-friendly DVDs. Main living room has provided streaming services available.

A fully stocked kitchen offers everything you will need to cook for and serve the up to 12 guests you may have at the house, including kids plates/cups/utensils.

The outdoor flex room is fully climate controlled and has gotten rave reviews from even the grumpiest teenagers as the coolest place to "camp out." BYOB air mattress + linens for this experience, please! Tables and chairs in this room make it also an option for anyone who needs a quiet space to work during their stay. The flex room also has a treadmill overlooking the lake, free weights, and other exercise equipment, including a detachable treadmill desk.

For those visiting during the winter months, an indoor wood-burning fireplace and an outdoor firepit make this lakeside lodge the coziest place to spend a dreary fall or winter day.

Do you love the 🌎? The house is powered primarily by solar panels! Cool off after a long day on the lake with energy sourced from the sun☀️!

MORE ON THE LAKE AMENITIES
Lake floats, a kayak, and a stand-up paddle board are available for your use as are 35 - 55 lb lifevests for the kiddos. Upon booking a reservation, you'll receive information on renting watercrafts and lake toys with a discount code for Lakeside Lodge guests.

MORE ON THE LOCATION
Conveniently located in West Livingston, making it one of the quickest drives from the Houston area. Walk to the Wet Deck (21 and up only after 4 p.m.) for some nightlife or to grab a casual lunch with the family. Hop to the marina - a .2-mile drive - to launch watercrafts and gas up. A 5 - 10 minute boat ride will get you to the oh-so-loved Pine Island. Enjoy a handful of inviting restaurants, even a winery, within 10 - 15 minutes from the property (see my guidebook for more recommendations!). Lake Livingston State Park is a 6-minute drive. Livingston Municipal Golf Course is a 15 minutes drive, as is Matthews Street Park featuring a pool, trails, pavilions, tennis, playground, and more.

Another benefit of the West Livingston location…the AMAZING sunset over the lake 😍 it can’t be beaten!


MORE ON FAMILY FRIENDLINESS
Each room has a sound machine. The crib room has a wall-mounted monitor and a diaper genie for the littlest guests and a ReadyRocker in the closet for babies who need rocking. Bathtubs for infants, play mats, jumpers, and more can be found in the crib room's closet. For groups traveling with more than one infant or toddler, we have:
1- a pack and play with mattress and SlumberPod
2- a toddler cot with a sheet and blankets
3- a toddler mattress that can be used on the floor of a parent's room

The kitchen offers plenty of kid-friendly eating supplies.

Toys galore for the older kiddos, including a karaoke machine and some outdoor activities, blocks, Nerf guns, trucks, stuffed animals/baby dolls, and more.

In the backyard, you’ll find a tree decked out with platform swings and climbers. A ninja climbing course with a zip line will challenge and detail the older kiddos who are taking a break from lake activities. Pop your little one in the infant/toddler bucket swing hung from the ceiling on the swimming dock to keep them entertained while the big kids enjoy the rope swing into the lake.

Alongside the adult picnic table outside is a kid-sized replica where up to 6 little friends can dine.

Rash guard-style life vests suitable for kids 33 to 55 pounds and comfortable enough for all-day wear provided for your use (8 available).

No smoking. No parties
Must be at least 25 years old to book.

ALL 5 ⭐️ REVIEWS!
Although we are new to VRBO, check out our reviews on our original platform:
https://www.airbnb.com/h/livingstonwaterfrontfamilyhome

Property manager

Amy Lee
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Pets are allowed in the outbuilding with a fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing adventures can be found near the property.
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Livingston, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Livingston - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • TDCJ Polunsky Unit - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Lake Livingston State Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Pedigo Park - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Wolf Creek Park - 37 min drive - 31.5 km

Getting around

  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wet Deck - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is NEW! Lakefront home, boatslip, great for families! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at NEW! Lakefront home, boatslip, great for families!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW! Lakefront home, boatslip, great for families!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is NEW! Lakefront home, boatslip, great for families! located?

This family-friendly Livingston holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Livingston and TDCJ Polunsky Unit. Lake Livingston State Park is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

Thank you and God bless.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter Weekend

Great weekend with lots for little kids to do. Kitchen has everything you need, lots of comfortable seating and meal seating, Comfortable beds, child accessories, large yard and quiet friendly neighborhood. Loved all of it and host very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family birthday weekend

We stayed here to celebrate several family member’s birthdays. Everyone had a great time. The house was just as advertised. The road to get there is rather bumpy but that did not effect our stay. There were a ton of gnats outside and several spider webs, both of which are very common and expected for the lake. Just a heads up if you have younger kids that don’t like bugs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Broken toilet seat

So just received email that home owners charge insurance for a broken toilet seat that was already broken for weeks before and tile floor was broken covered by rug in bathroom downstairs master forced to get insurance and it’s like paying for repairs they already needed. They were nice house had good views be aware of insurance claims against you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Amy Lee

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Events director by day and mom of 3 littles 24/7! Have managed long term rentals for about 10 years as a side gig, now trying my hand at short terms rentals…you know, because there wasn’t enough going on before! :)

Why they chose this property

During COVID, we got stir crazy one day and said, why don't we own a lakehouse!?! We started looking that afternoon, went to 6 properties on two different lakes that Saturday, which ended at this house. We immediately knew it was the one! We were the proud owners just a couple of months later, and have loved spending weekends out where with our family ever since! Love getting to share it with other families for some great memory making.

What makes this property unique

Lake front, large yard, shaded, turnkey for families

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests