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Huge lakefront retreat with private pier, pool, game room and outdoor fire pit

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Desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, ping pong
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

12 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 40471 sq m

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  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
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Onalaska, TX
  • Popular LocationLake Livingston1 min walk
  • Popular LocationTDCJ Polunsky Unit24 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Livingston State Park27 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Huge lakefront retreat with private pier, pool, game room and outdoor fire pit

Calling all large families and groups! This stunning 12-bedroom retreat on the north shore of Lake Livingston offers the perfect escape for your next reunion or gathering. Relax and unwind on the private pier and boat dock, spend hours of fun in the massive game room, or simply soak up the sun by the sparkling new pool (pictures coming soon!).

Location: Lake Livingston, Texas (northern side of the lake in Onalaska)

Private pool: This homes has a private in-ground pool

WIFI: Free high-speed WIFI is available throughout the home.

Cable: We provide Roku with access to Sling TV for live television channels. Guests are welcome to log into their own Amazon Prime, Netflix, or other streaming service apps as well.

Pet policy: Up to 3 pets are welcome in our home with a $25 fee per pet. We ask that pets stay off all furniture, are cleaned up after in the yard, and aren't left alone inside the home unless in a crate or kennel. Please message us if you’re planning on bringing your furry friend!

Large Groups: We love hosting church groups and large family gatherings, however groups over the size of 16 guests must be approved prior to booking.

Parking: There is room for up to 8 cars on the driveway inside the gate.

Party Policy: No parties are allowed at our home. Please look elsewhere if that is the intent of your trip.

Age Requirement: Guests must be 24+ to book.

Imagine this: Spread out comfortably in this expansive property. The main living area, located on the second floor for maximized lake views, features an open-concept kitchen, dining room, and living room that flows seamlessly to a large patio. This level is also home to most of the sleeping quarters. As you walk down the hallway, there's a queen room, a king room, another queen room, and a king room – all perfect for couples or individual travelers.

Next, you'll find a room with 2 queen beds, ideal for families or friends. A smaller room with a twin bunk bed is tucked away at the end of the hallway, offering a cozy spot for younger guests. Finally, the crown jewel of the main floor is a luxurious king suite with a private sitting area, ensuite bathroom, and a twin bed with a matching trundle for additional sleeping space. This suite is located at the far end of the main floor, offering a bit of privacy.

Head downstairs and discover a haven for entertainment! The massive game room boasts arcade games, ping pong, foosball, and a basketball court, all guaranteed to keep everyone entertained for hours. Movie nights are a breeze with the large flat-screen TV in this space. But wait, there's more! This versatile room cleverly converts into a bedroom, offering 3 queen-over-full bunk beds and a full-size sofa bed.

Across the breezeway, on the ground floor, you'll find four more bedrooms for additional sleeping arrangements. Two of these bedrooms offer king-sized beds, perfect for couples seeking privacy. Another room features 2 king beds, ideal for families or groups of friends. The last bedroom on this floor provides a queen bed for comfortable sleeping.

Step outside and embrace the Texas sunshine! A screened-in porch with multiple picnic tables offers a delightful spot for al fresco dining, no matter the weather. Relax on the expansive main porch with comfortable seating and a built-in fire pit, all overlooking the serene lake – the perfect place to unwind and reconnect with loved ones. Take a refreshing dip in the sparkling pool (pictures coming soon!), then head down to your private pier and boat dock for a day of fun on the water. Lake Livingston awaits!

We are unable to price match any rates found on other booking platforms.

House Rules:
- Guests must be 24+ to book the property.
- One-night stays must be approved.
- Groups larger than 16 need to be approved. We do not allow parties.
- Quiet hours are from 10pm-8am.
- Any damages to the house or property during your stay will result in a deduction or additional charge for the resulting repair/replacement cost.
- All pets must be approved by our team, stay off of all furniture, be cleaned up after in the yard, and not left alone inside the home unless in a kennel.
- No parking allowed on lawns, yards, empty grass lots or other neighbors’ driveways, even if their home appears unoccupied.
- Oversized vehicles/trailers are not permitted unless explicit approval has been received from our team.
- Do not turn the AC below 70 degrees. If you do, you will risk the AC unit freezing up, requiring it to thaw out which will result in the home getting extremely warm.
- The homeowner's routine pool maintenance cannot be rescheduled and is required for the health and safety of our guests. They will not need to access the home but will access the yard.

Property manager

StayBeachBox

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Billiards/pool table on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

205046

About the area

Onalaska

What's nearby

  • Lake Livingston - 1 min walk
  • Sam Houston National Forest - 14 min drive
  • TDCJ Polunsky Unit - 24 min drive
  • Lake Livingston State Park - 27 min drive
  • Sam Houston State University - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sonic Drive-In - 2 min drive
  • Miss Jeans Bar-BQ - 2 min drive
  • Vern's - 19 min walk
  • Jerry's Restaurant - 12 min walk
  • Simple Simon's Pizza - 3 min drive

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 23 reviews" "
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Candice E.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs upgrades
We stayed for a women's retreat. I am going to start this review with the positives. Home was in a great location, it was spacious and a/c unit worked well. Lots of dishes for cooking which is a huge plus for rentals. Now here is where we have to highlight some issues. Rental was not cleaned properly, there were bugs in beds(not bedbugs) maybe beetles, bugs all over stairs in master room, carpets, furniture and rugs were filthy. Even bedspreads had stains. Property shows signs of neglect especially with furniture new cleaners that take pride in their work is needed, needs major furniture upgrades. A house of this magnitude should have more pride taken in it. Also pool cleaners didn't come until the end of our last day. Overall nice location, plenty of space but definitely needs work.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Charlotte J.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Would not recommend
I'll start with the positives. Beautiful location with sunrises/sunsets, plenty of space to accommodate large groups, plus a large game room. Property management quickly responded to messages and was easy to reach. Now the negatives (all of which were brought to the attention of property management throughout our stay via pictures and emails). The house was not clean. There were mouse droppings in the kitchen cabinets and drawers. We found an old bag of donuts in the cabinets and old sugar caked in a container on the counter. There were items in several bedroom drawers, including screws and clothing). The master bath shower and one sink did not drain properly. Also the homeowner was installing a pool on the side of the house, to which we were told would not impact our stay. However, when we arrived there were trucks and workers moving about the property. Though we asked that work cease during our stay, we were told the work would continue. Workers were on sight everyday to include pouring gunite at 6:30AM on Saturday morning with several workers and 5-6 commercial trucks accessing the yard and driveway. The only thing the property management offered was to come by to look at the master shower and sink; however, we declined because we felt our family reunion trip was intruded upon enough and we opted to use other available sinks/showers. There's more but suffice it to say I would not stay at this house again or recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Denise D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas
The size and location of the home is amazing! Everyone having a bed and privacy made our weekend so enjoyable. Nothing better than sharing a cup of coffee on the deck, looking over the water with your sisters. ♥️
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Little Piece of Texas Heaven!
We did our corporate retreat at this house and really enjoyed it. The home is very spacious and clean, and being right on the water was excellent! The sunsets in the evening could not be beat! The host was amazing at responding quickly to any of our questions or needs and we would recommend staying at this location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property and So much fun!!
One of our best big family vacations! The property is so big that it has something for everyone! Even though the water level of the lake was too low for boating we found things to do. The bunkroom was a hit for all ages. The beds/bedding were comfortable. The finishes inside and out were so nice and pretty. The two fully equipped kitchens and 2 dens were perfect for a large group. The multiple bedrooms & bathrooms accommodated all. Bring your own towels ;) The patios/decks outside were so relaxing. The area was easy to get to, quiet and overall a FUN time! The owner communicated constantly and professionally. A wonderful experience and vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

TERRENCE A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacay
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home. There was plenty of room to stretch out and every couple had a private bedroom. The game room and pool table were a hit. Our only issue, which our host had no control over, was that Lake Livingston had a infestation of zebra muscles which prevented boats from being in the lake. Nevertheless we still had fun. Our host, Russell, was responsive to all of our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah G., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Perfect for a group! Plenty for kids and adults to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Creighton S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our large extended family vacation
The house was great and exactly as described. We did have a few issues, but the property manager had maintenance on top of everything and our experience was top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nauman S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place for large group with great view
The property is very nice and kept clean for a large group. The view of the lake is amazing. Loved the deck with the lake view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Melanie C.

Great location, needs a thorough cleaning
The location is beautiful! The house is spacious and the rooms were clean. However, there was trash from the previous renters all around the dumpster, but the host took care of it on our second day. The dock needs a thorough cleaning to be usable, and the screened porches on the house do as well. Our children really enjoyed the game room. We saw a couple beautiful sunsets!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023