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Exquisite lakeside views in a tranquill, quiet setting!

Lakefront cabin with private pool and kitchen

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Nestled in a serene lakeside setting, Owl Creek Retreat offers an escape from the ordinary. Soak up the tranquility of the surroundings with family activities like hiking, fishing or birdwatching. Unwind by the pool, challenge your family to disc golf or roast marshmallows at our fire pit.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 442 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Water view

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About this property

Entire place

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

Exquisite lakeside views in a tranquill, quiet setting!

Welcome to Owl Creek Retreat. We are thrilled that you have chosen to stay with us. You will find a breathtaking lake view & many hiking trails. Bring your fishing poles or binoculars to check out the Texas wildlife. Family activities include visiting Texas' famous ghost town,
The Grove, relaxing by the pool, tossing some disc in our disc golf course.
Pool is available for a cleaning and maintenance fee.
We have a UTV ride available for $ 95.00 ( on/off road tour or sun-set ride- sit back and relax as we are your guide). Boating, ask about a three hour outing
, Get away from the crowd and relax at the fire pit.

Guests requesting pool will have access to deck area, inquire about pool rates.
Owl Creek is a great area for hiking. We also have Miller Springs close by. Mother Neft State Park is approximately
18 minutes away.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking in outside only. Outdoor ashtrays provided

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 450 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

2 vehicles max/ boats count as vehicle
Please send vehicle make, model, license plate prior arrival
Pool available/confirm price

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children are counted as guest.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking in outside only. Outdoor ashtrays provided

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
Gatesville, TX

What's nearby

  • Belton Lake - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • White Flint Park - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Leona Park - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Mother Neff State Park - 14 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Cedar Creek Wildlife Management Area - 15 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Temple Station - 27 min drive
  • Killeen, TX (GRK-Killeen-Fort Hood Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Underwood's Cafeteria - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪8th Street Meat Market - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dead Fish Grill Picking Grounds - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Moffat Barbeque - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Exquisite lakeside views in a tranquill, quiet setting! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Exquisite lakeside views in a tranquill, quiet setting! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Exquisite lakeside views in a tranquill, quiet setting!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Exquisite lakeside views in a tranquill, quiet setting!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exquisite lakeside views in a tranquill, quiet setting!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Exquisite lakeside views in a tranquill, quiet setting! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Belton Lake and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Owl Creek Wildlife Management Area. White Flint Park and White Flint Wildlife Management Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Exquisite lakeside views in a tranquill, quiet setting! Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregg H.

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

Fishing tournament

One of the best VRBO rentals I’ve stayed at…Luis was an awesome host for our group!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah h.

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

So cozy and quaint-we LOVED it!

Oh my goodness-the CUTENESS and coziness were just the beginning. The owners made sure that we had everything that we needed and more. The property was a destination in-itself with wildlife and beautiful vegetation. What a lovely a getaway. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022