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Make New Magical Memories! Enjoy Boats-Campfire-Hammocks. Fun for All Ages!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Dining
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Escape to Lake House Retreat, a serene lakefront haven surrounded by tall trees and teeming with wildlife. Enjoy the sounds of nature, roast marshmallows around the campfire, and indulge in water activities like kayaking or paddleboarding on your private dock.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10173 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Make New Magical Memories! Enjoy Boats-Campfire-Hammocks. Fun for All Ages!

-Entire lakehouse all to yourselves...Enjoy your privacy!
-Sleeps 10 guests. Enjoy your stay on a private and serene artesian spring fed lake.
-Reserve your 2025 vacation dates. Holiday weekends are still available. You can create new magical and lasting memories at the Lake House Retreat with your family, and friends! (Dogs welcome)
-Sit around the campfire...
Roast marshmallows and enjoy sharing stories under the stars.
The hosts do not live on property, but will happily assist when contacted.
-Embrace your vacation..
Vacation in a serene setting and spend valuable times with your group.
-Fun for all ages...
We designed the lake house for Comfort, Relaxation, and Enjoyment for all ages!
The lake house is surrounded by tall trees. You will enjoy the sounds and views of the natural setting. While you sit outside you will see turtles bobbing up and down in the lake and sunning on the docks, watch the cranes and ducks flying over the lake and you most likely will hear the frogs, woodpeckers, owls and ducks communicating and keeping busy in and around the lake.

Water Activities All Year Round!
-Boats-Boats-Boats-
Kayaks, jon boat, canoe, stand up paddle boards are available at no charge for your entire stay. Ask your host for details about reserving paddle boats.

-Fishing-
Fishing is a popular past time on our private dock, just steps away from the house. We have bass, crappie, big bream and catfish in the lake.

-Swimming and Floating-
Floating on the water is a wonderful way to spend the day at the lake house. We have a private dock with a swim ladder for ease of getting in and out of the water.

-BBQ, Fun and Relaxation-
We have inside and outside games, dvd's for our guests to enjoy, pacman table for two, foosball, bean bag toss, XL checkers, and a mini putt-putt area. A charcoal grill and bbq area is available for cooking up some delicious Texas bbq . To accommodate our guests, we also have a covered picnic table and plenty of outside seating.

-Hammocks-
Hammocks are available for relaxing under the trees and enjoying your time with family and friends.

-Outside shower-
For your convenience, we have an outside shower to rinse off after a day on the lake.

-Campfire-
At night you can sit around a campfire for plenty of “s’more” fun under the stars.

Your stay includes two private full kitchen suites:
You will enjoy a 2-story lake house with a wrap-around deck and two separate suites. Both suites have their own exterior private entries. You can also use the interior stairs that connects both suites and it also has a privacy door at the top of the stairs.

-Upper suite; is a 2 bedroom and 1 bath and has a complete kitchen, two private bedrooms with queen beds, a bathroom with a shower. It has a living room futon sleeper sofa, dining table, large screen tv and dvd player. The relaxing dining balcony has a umbrella patio table and it looks over the lake.

-Lower suite; is a 1x1 studio has a full kitchen, bathroom with shower, queen bed, hammock and air bed. You can walk out the private entry and you are steps away from the lake and grills, campfire etc.

With both suites, you will have access to the entire lake house that sleeps up to 10 people.
There is plenty of areas to sit, relax and enjoy the lake in our backyard. Our private docks are for relaxing, getting in the water, fishing and boating. We also have an outside shower to accommodate you and your pups after a day on the lake. The lake house has a fence on both sides of the property, going from the front and back for additional privacy.

-Parking:
Our driveway inside the fence will accommodate up to 3 vehicles. (depending on size.) Outside the fence, you can park up to 4 vehicles off the street, on both sides of the driveway.

-Cleaning
We CLEAN AND SANITIZE interior surfaces.

Location-
We are approx. 20-30 min. from Lake Livingston, wineries, antique stores, Naskila Casino, hiking trails, the Big Thicket, restaurants, shopping. Hosts will happily assist you with finding other destinations.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outside only, incl. e-cigs or vapor

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Bodyboard
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,860 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

No loud noise or music after 10pm. Our lake is very quiet and high volume noise will echo throughout the lake community.
You agree to accepting responsibility for the safe use water vessels. We are not responsible for any accidents caused by the use of water vessels.
No parties or day guests allowed. All guests must be accounted for at time of booking. (10 guests max)

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: We do not allow cats.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Life vests are needed for children near the water

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only, incl. e-cigs or vapor

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Lake House Retreat A/B New Listing Goodrich
Lake House Retreat A/B New Listing
House Retreat AB Listing Good
Lake House Retreat A/B Get Away-on Lake Goodrich
Lake House Retreat A/B Get Away-on Lake
Lake Retreat A/B Get Away-on Lake Goodrich
Lake Retreat A/B Get Away-on Lake
Lake House Retreat A/B - Get Away-on The Lake! Goodrich
Lake House Retreat A/B New Listing!
House Retreat A B Get Away On
Lake House Retreat A/B Get Away On The Lake
Lake House Retreat A/B Get Away On The Lake!

About the area

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Goodrich, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Livingston - 24 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Lake Livingston State Park - 25 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Pedigo Park - 27 min drive - 22.9 km
  • TDCJ Polunsky Unit - 33 min drive - 34.4 km
  • Naskila Gaming - 49 min drive - 58.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hughes Catfish Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Hughes Catfish Inn - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Andys Liquor - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪J & K's Grill - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Pro - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Make New Magical Memories! Enjoy Boats-Campfire-Hammocks. Fun for All Ages! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Make New Magical Memories! Enjoy Boats-Campfire-Hammocks. Fun for All Ages!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Make New Magical Memories! Enjoy Boats-Campfire-Hammocks. Fun for All Ages!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Make New Magical Memories! Enjoy Boats-Campfire-Hammocks. Fun for All Ages! located?

This family-friendly Goodrich holiday home is located on the waterfront, 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Trinity River, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Lake Livingston and Lake Livingston State Park. Pedigo Park and Polk County Memorial Museum are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Reviews

Make New Magical Memories! Enjoy Boats-Campfire-Hammocks. Fun for All Ages! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 108 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

Relaxing, pretty, and quiet place to stay

Came for a funeral and didn’t have much time for play but this house had it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy D.

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

Very Relaxing

Loved the place. Had a great outdoor set up we used as often as we could when it wasn’t raining. Spent one whole day out on the dock taking in the peacefulness. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There is something magical about this place. The lake is beautiful and serene. All the water toys really make it worth it. Everybody had something to be in the water. So fun. In the evening, games abound the dining table. It's my favorite family place and the folks that host it... fabulous! They are quick to answer questions and never make you feel like your annoying. They were fabulous. This was my second time here. Almost want to play it down so it will available (ha), but want others to experience it too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua W.

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

Great property

Everything we expected and more. All was great and relaxing. Plenty of stuff to keep the kids entertained and the views were outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassie G.

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

Cozy lakehouse getaway

Very nice property! We enjoyed our time on the lake fishing, swimming, and taking advantage of all the boats available to rent. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Minerva P.

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

Woodsie, Comfy and private.

Totally enjoyed the stay, grand kids and children felt at ease to fish, bbq, run around and play. Everything you needed was there. Lighting was awesome !
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

It was lots of stairs twist and turns . We didn’t understand the water drippings in our bed when the upstairs was being used but overall great stay. Loved the scenery from the peddle boat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley N.

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

Great for older kids and teens

This stay was a great three day getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. We really enjoyed the cabin and overall it was great experience. Here are the pros and cons:Pros: plenty of room for our party of 5 Full suite in both up and down stairs Great views of the lake Direct access to lake Quiet and relaxing 2 floating decks A lot of boats to rent Fire pit Grills Fully loaded back yard with life jackets, outdoor toys, hammocks, firewood, fishing poles, towels All linens were clean and provided All paper goods provided House was cleaned before arrival Easy check in and out Fun, funky decor Good WiFi Lots of indoor games Very responsive host Dog friendly, made our dog feel welcome Cons: Boats are not provided with the booking, they must be rented House was clean but not deep clean( we found items and food from other guest under furniture Outdoor areas are very cluttered There are a lot of tripping hazards inside and outside Upstairs porch railing is very wide and a small child or dog could easily fall Neighbors dogs barked at us a lot Upstairs bathtub cracked and needs replacing. Upstairs bathroom plumbing is placed above downstairs bed. My teens loved this place and already want to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marci L.

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

Relaxing and refreshing

My family of four and my mother enjoyed our time here the week between Christmas and New year’s. The setting is peaceful and beautiful. So many fun little seating areas to enjoy time. But we found the weather to be great and spent most of our time on the dock visiting, reading, playing with the neighbor’s puppies, relaxing. We kayaked and enjoyed the paddle boat. I bet summer would be great here! The hammocks were nice. The home had all we need. Carol was so responsive and helpful and supportive. It made for a nice stay. We played Foosball, Pac-Man and galactica, games, cards, watched some movies or games. There are also darts inside (magnetic) and outside. So many extras here! We had all of our meals in. We did enjoy some time antiquing in Livingston and the nearby Dollar General the opposite way came in handy. The beds were comfy. Heat kept up with the cold nights. Had all the towels and bedding and pillows we needed. Kitchens well-appointed. The house is on a hillside and there are stairs in the house as well as down to the lake. Keep that in mind before booking if that would be a problem for you or your guests. Great private lake. A great getaway! Thanks, Carol!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

e o.

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

A absolutely amazing little retreat

This lake house had everything we needed. It was my husband and I, our 4 kids plus 2 friends for the kids. This lake house had it all. It didn't matter if it was raining outside the house had everything we could have ever wanted. The lake was so peaceful I was able to not worry about the older kids taking kayaks out. It's a dream vacation if you want to just get away from the city. I loved every second, I can't wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelcey A.

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

A great family trip

We took our kids here for a week long summer vacation. This stay was amazing. Our kids loved the paddle boards and my husband and I had a great time fishing. We would come back! Bonus: The hosts are incredible. I’ve never had such quick response time from hosts and we stay at quite a few rental homes every year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Great place to relax!

My Grandnephew and I spent the day fishing on the Trinity River and the afternoons and evens relaxing at the dock with fishing lines in the water. The listing is a good description of what you will experience.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sivia S.

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

Relaxing, Boating, Fishing…it has it all!

This location is perfect for a getaway. The property is amazing & has many amenities to entertain everyone regardless of what you like doing. The big pedal boat is an absolute must when going out on the lake. I highly recommend anyone trying to get away from the rush of the day to day to come here & experience the views, peace, & beauty.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rob B.

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

Worked for us but we are not very picky.

It is not in the best neighborhood and parking is not ideal. The kitchen was good and well equipped. There was no TV service so bring a Ruko if you want to watch anything other than CD's they have. The kids liked the foosball and the firepit was good. The plumbing pipes are exposed downstairs so whenever anyone flushed the comode upstairs it comes through pipes in the room downstairs and is loud. The downstairs bathroom and bed are actually in the large downstairs room and are separated by curton. You pay extra to use the canoe's and stand up board. The washer and dryer are in a building in the back of the house and are not available for you use. We had a person who got wet and I called and they did give me the code to get into the laundry room.For a rustic get away retreat it works.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Great cabin and location

My friend and I needed a base camp for a fishing trip on the Trinity River and a nice place to cook a nice dinner and relax at the end of the day. We were within 10 to 30 minutes of all the boat launches where we meet our guides, and came back to a well equipped kitchen and charcoal grill to prepare a nice fresh fish dinner. We’d sit on the dock dunking worms to end each evening. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

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

Great hidden getaway

My wife and absolutely loved this location. This was one of the best places we’ve vacationed at and I would go back in a second. The house is wonderful and right up against the lake. It’s well covered by trees and has everything you need to enjoy a quick getaway. The hosts were wonderful and very responsive. This is a great place and I look forward to going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

10/10

We had the best time at this home. Not to mention the host was very helpful and communicative from the time we booked until the min we left. We loved the upstairs downstairs set up. Plenty of pillows and blankets for extra comfort. This host left no stone unturned. Best rental we have ever had.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Wonderful family time in a peaceful location

My family enjoyed four nights at this home in mid-March and enjoyed every moment. The owners are wonderful, extremely thoughtful and go the extra mile for their guests to feel comfortable and welcome. Our family enjoyed HOURS on the lake in all the boats available. The lake is very small, quiet and peaceful. My husband and kids also spent so much time fishing and were very successful. I loved spending time reading in the lounge chairs on the dock. There is so much to do in the house and opportunities to have fun together. The beds in the house are super comfortable, I wish I could have brought the downstairs bed home with me!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

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

Just what we needed

The owners were beyond accommodating!!! They were super quick to respond to questions and gave helpful and fun tips. We rented the boats/kayaks and had so much fun!!! The area outside is perfect for everyone, they have so many different areas to hang out❤️. The beds were so comfy, I was super worried because I forgot my pillow at home, but there’s were great. We are looking forward to our next visit💕
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

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

Charming Lake house for wonderful lake experience!

Beautiful home and lake view, amazing layout and everything needed for a wonderful lake experience. Rich and Carol are fabulous hosts and we highly recommend this property. We hope to come back in the summer. 😊❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deena M.

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

House has it all!

Any possible activity you can think of, they have it! Boat, kayaks/canoes, 3 docks...yes 3! Foosball, movies, games, books, hammocks, a golf green, even a guitar and amp. They have simply everything! No doubt I've forgotten items, shoot I'm not even sure i saw it all. Add to that, the hosts are so thoughtful. When symmer gets her, I'll be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

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

Awesome! Lot of fun fishing swimming and having fun with family. Perfect!

Thanks for everything 💕
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim B., Pasadena, TX

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

Lovely Lake House Retreat

Highly recommend. Description of home and property is exactly as it was stated. Our family throughly enjoyed our stay. We were able to make memories fishing, swimming and had lots of laughs. We all got to learn how to paddle board. My daughter and I also learned how to use the kayaks. My son and husband were already pros. We also used the paddle boat, very fun. We saw wildlife creatures up close. My husband named the Opossum George. We did see a water moccasin crossing the steps by the bbq pit. We made friends with the neighborhood dog, she was sweet and very friendly. Our two little dogs liked her too. If you want a relaxing time away from life, unwind here. Thank you again Richard and Carol for making your lake house feel like home. Beds were so comfortable to sleep in too!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy m., Weatherford

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

Fun times

We had a amazing time fishing and swimming. Had everything we needed. Thanks for having us
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexa E.

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

Amazing

The VrBo was so relaxing! We all enjoyed it including our dog. There were activities for everyone to do of all ages! The only thing was that there was bugs in the restrooms but again may come with the area and wasn’t horrible overall would recommend and will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023