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Spacious Lakehouse: Firepit, High-Speed Wi-Fi

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Terrace/patio
Room
Private kitchen
Living area
Property grounds

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Chico, TX
  • Lake Bridgeport
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Lake Amon G Carter
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Fort Richardson State Park
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunkroom

2 Double Beds

King Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

King Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom (separate entrance)

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main House Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Queen Bedroom En-suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Spacious Lakehouse: Firepit, High-Speed Wi-Fi

**Modern Lakefront Retreat – The Ski Shack!**

Welcome to The Ski Shack, a stunning lakehouse on Lake Bridgeport in Chico, TX, just 1.5 hours from DFW! **Please note: as of Nov 27th, 2024, the dock has water under it and you can fish!

Newly renovated property, boasting breathtaking 180-degree lake views, a spacious open-concept living and kitchen area, and thoughtfully designed bedrooms. Every detail has been meticulously curated for your comfort and enjoyment.

**About The Ski Shack:**
This family-owned property features a striking metal exterior with a sleek gray barn-style design, complemented by modern black trim. As you step inside, you’ll be greeted by a vast living and dining area perfect for gathering with friends. Relax on the generous sectional sofa, complete with cozy throw blankets and pillows, ideal for movie nights after a day on the water.

The dining area accommodates up to 6 guests, with an additional 4 barstools at the island, allowing for comfortable dining for 8. The highlight of this home is the expansive kitchen, featuring a huge island for meal prep, cooking, and dining. It comes fully equipped with pots, pans, dishware, silverware, cups, and more. Appliances include a dishwasher, oven, microwave, fridge with filtered water, and a large farmhouse sink.

**Bedrooms:**
The main house has two beautifully appointed king bedrooms, each with a closet and smart TV, as well as a shared bathroom with a tub/shower combo. The charming bunk-room offers a full-over-full bunk bed, smart TV, large dresser, rocking chair. Off the back porch using a separate entrance is a Queen room with it's own private bathroom with a shower.

**Outdoor Living:**
Step out to the covered porch, complete with rocking chairs, LED mood lighting, and patio lights, offering the best views of the water. From the porch, you’ll access the fourth bedroom with a queen bed, smart TV, and private bathroom.

The multi-level backyard provides ample space for outdoor fun! The top level features and area perfect for children to play, while the fire-pit and seating area create a cozy spot for evening gatherings.


**BEDROOM LAYOUT (Max Occupancy: 8):**
- King Bedroom #1 (Main House)
- King Bedroom #2 (Main House)
- Bunkroom: Full-over-Full Bunk Bed (Main House)
- Queen Bedroom (Exterior Access from Back Porch) with Private Bath

**Amenities:**
- Two boat slips (availability depends on lake levels)
- Smart TVs in all bedrooms
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- Fully stocked kitchen
- Charcoal grill (bring your own charcoal)
- Pet-friendly ($75 per pet)
- Fire-pit
- Located on a peninsula with extensive waterfront access for fishing

**Important Notes:**
- **Max Occupancy: 8**
- The property is equipped with exterior security cameras (front and back doors, driveway); there are no cameras inside.
- Lake Bridgeport's water levels can fluctuate; please check before booking. We are not responsible for lake levels.
- Be considerate of neighboring properties, as there are full-time residents nearby.
- Cell service can be limited in the area; high-speed Wi-Fi is available for Wi-Fi calling.
- Due to septic system limitations, there may be a need for a septic pump during your stay. Our team will require quick driveway access if necessary.
What To Bring:
•⁠ ⁠Bring OFF for chiggers/ mosquitoes/ ticks/ etc.
•⁠ ⁠Favorite coffee and creamers (a starter kit is left at each property)
•⁠ ⁠Condiments
•⁠ ⁠Oils, seasonings, and cooking basics
•⁠ ⁠Ice (some ice makers can be finicky)
•⁠ ⁠Personal Toiletries

Our on-site housekeeping crews provide a starter supply of basic essentials. These supplies will not be replenished, but there are local stores that can assist with any needs that come up!
Below is a list of the items:

•⁠ ⁠1-2 rolls of toilet paper, per bathroom
•⁠ ⁠1 bottle of hand soap, per bathroom
•⁠ ⁠2 bathroom garbage bags, per bathroom
•⁠ ⁠Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash, per shower
•⁠ ⁠1 roll of paper towels
•⁠ ⁠1 bottle of dish soap
•⁠ ⁠1 Sponge
•⁠ ⁠dishwasher pods
•⁠ ⁠handful of tall kitchen garbage bags
•⁠ ⁠Coffee grounds for a pot of coffee
•⁠ ⁠Coffee filters
•⁠ ⁠Starter coffee creamer
•⁠ ⁠Starter coffee sugar
•⁠ ⁠Salt/ pepper


Fireplaces:
Available for your enjoyment from October 1-March 31

The property is managed by The Bear Cabins in BB, LLC. Your host is available by text, message, or call during your stay! After booking you will be required to submit a pre-arrival form, show ID, and sign our rental agreement. This property is a contactless self check in. Code will be sent 3 days before check in.

Property manager

Jaci Christian
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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

Pets allowed
$75/pet/stay up to three pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You MUST submit your e-mail and sign our rental agreement before the reservation will be fully confirmed. Pet friendly properties are $75/night pet
No parties
No over max occupancy, no smoking, all pets must be approved if pet friendly

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chico

Located in Chico, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bridgeport Country Club and Brushy Creek Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland and Lake Bridgeport. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Chico, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Bridgeport - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland - 27 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Bridgeport Country Club - 36 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Lake Amon G Carter - 41 min drive - 32.5 km
  • Fort Richardson State Park - 43 min drive - 33.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Julio's Mexican Restaurant - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Chico Doughnuts - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪That Place - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Pro - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Ole Mexican Foods - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Lakehouse: Firepit, High-Speed Wi-Fi pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Lakehouse: Firepit, High-Speed Wi-Fi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Lakehouse: Firepit, High-Speed Wi-Fi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Lakehouse: Firepit, High-Speed Wi-Fi located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Lake Bridgeport and 11.8 mi (19 km) from Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland. Bridgeport Heritage Museum and Harwood Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 11 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

7.2/10

Location

7.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence A., Fort Worth, TX, USA

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

Thanksgiving by the (dry) lake

The place is amazing. Plenty of space, lots of kitchen space. It's a shame the lake level has dropped, but the shack is still a great place. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Brandon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Ski Shack

The house was very clean, quiet and relaxing. We loved the decor and accomodations. We were warned that the lake level was really low this time of year which was a bummer because I am sure that it would have added to the experience. Aside from a surprising septic issue, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keeley W.

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

Memorable Family Time

Very modern and clean. Large beds, kitchen and dining setup handy for getting together. Relaxing place that we enjoyed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd S., Longview, TX USA

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

Bourbon trip

Had a great time in Bridgeport at Oak & Eden, and wonderful times playing games with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Family Fun

Beautifully appointed home! We made so many fsmily memories in a short period of time. Wished we lived closer so we could return mire frequently.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Forrest S.

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

Hidden Treasure

This place is isolated which is exactly what we were looking for. We hosted a meal, and spent the whole day in the back by the fire pit. Weather was perfect, windy and cool. Perfect fire pit weather. We felt like the only ones on the lake that night.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Jason C.

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

The Ski Shack was a winner

Great property. Very clean and nicely done. It would have been nice to know the boat dock was not usable with the current lake level. Other than that we enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

Our family loved the Ski Shack at Lake Bridgeport!

We loved the home and the property! This cabin was set up with everything we had 10 adults and teenagers it was so spacious! The kitchen was wonderful and had everything I needed to make a 3 full meals a each day! My kids loved the paddle boats on the lake and fishing right at the cabin! We left to go to the park for beachside lake and nature walk and it was only about 20 - 30 minutes drive. The owners were so nice about ensuring we had everything we needed. We will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence A., Fort Worth, TX, USA

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

Thanksgiving at the lake

I spent Thanksgiving weekend with my adult children and families. The kitchen was perfect for the cooking we did and there was room for all of us. We were 7 in total. We did step down to the lake, but, unfortunately, it rained all weekend. We still had a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

April M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disgusted!

I want to start by saying that this property could be a good spot to stay, with some TLC. I asked the property manager to check in early a week in advance, nothing. Two days before our stay the phone was blowing up as to how we could pay an extra 70 to get in a few hours early, clearly not ready for us to be there even at our planned check in time. The place was dirty, disgusting, a live mouse in the filthy toilet. We had to wait for three hours to get into a cleaned up place. Where’s my 70 refund for having to delay our check in? This place was rented 3 months in advance, ridiculous. They did refund my cleaning fee, which was supposed to be refunded if the property was left clean and rules followed? Very poorly managed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

richard s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Worst experience, dealing through VRBO

This property was nothing but a problem VRBO relocated us an hour and 15 minutes away from our original destination because the owner backed out last minute from the homes we originally rented a month prior this home had a small septic tank so it had to be emptied every two days The management company of this HOME left us with no amenities. One roll of toilet paper one roll of paper towels, three garbage bags, three pods for dishwasher. There wasn’t even a broom in this place. The pump for the wild kept overheating so we had to go reset that there’s no water in the channel , even though it shows that is on the water the small backyard is just weeds we contacted the management company in reference to the septic which has no Leitchfield at all and they said we have to be more water mindful. It’s a 500 gallon tank for nine people. If you Google septic tanks that’s large enough for four people with a drainfield this has no drainfield. This place should not even be on the market for rental. This is crazy, vrbo takes no responsibility for anything. I spoke with them and they said we’re only the listing agent that’s on the owners .Vrbo made sure they got my money, so be careful next time I’ve dealt with them for many years. This was the worst experience I’ve ever had. Because of the far distance from our original rental this was just a very costly trip traveling. All our plans are all set up in and around Fort Worth. Just a terrible experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jaci Christian

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Owned by 4 siblings we purchased and renovated The Ski Shack to enjoy many lake memories with our kids! We want to share this beautiful space with our guest

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests