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HGTV House on Open Water

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A spacious living room with a large window, a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV, and a fireplace.
A living room with a large abstract painting, a wooden cabinet, two white chairs, a patterned rug, and a potted plant.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a large lawn.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with bar stools, and a dining area with a white sofa and chairs.
A building entrance with a glass door, a number '533' on the wall, and a view of a body of water through the door.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home accommodates 12 guests with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It offers lake views and features a porch, deck, and patio for outdoor enjoyment. Engage in fishing, swimming, and motorboating nearby, while Cedar Creek Reservoir and Trinity River provide additional attractions.

Highlights

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    Near Cedar Creek Reservoir
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Onsite parking available
  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Trinidad, TX
  • Place, Cedar Creek Reservoir
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Trinity Valley Community College
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Athens
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Separate Bunkhouse

+2
3 Single Beds and 3 Double Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bath Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Laundry Room Bath

Toilet

Primary Bath Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

HGTV House on Open Water

Waterfront home on open water at the mouth of a large cove with beachfront play area and large dock. Dock has rocking chairs and Adirondacks for seating as well as dock whips/cleats for guests to tie up either a boat or watercraft. Lots of space and seating on patio with television and a propane fire pit that may be used for s’mores. Home renovation was featured on HGTV in 2017. Light, bright open living and kitchen concept that can host up to three families. Main house has three bedrooms. Upstairs master has a king bed and a newly renovated full ensuite bath. One downstairs guest bedroom has a king bed and the other guest bedroom a queen bed. Downstairs has a newly, renovated full guest bath as well as a powder bath. Two full size washer and dryers. Separate bunkhouse has large sectional couch for lounging and tv which is perfect for older children and/or teens. There are three sets of bunk beds that include three full beds and three upper twin beds. Please note there is no bath in the bunkhouse.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

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

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2022942vb
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
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Tool

Located in Tool, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Athens Bowling Center and Tara Vineyards and Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cedar Creek Reservoir and Trinity River. Whatz-Up Family Fun Park and East Texas Arboretum are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Trinidad, TX

What's nearby

  • Cedar Creek Reservoir - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Trinity Valley Community College - 31 min drive - 37.8 km
  • Lake Athens - 37 min drive - 48.4 km
  • Purtis Creek State Park - 43 min drive - 64.3 km
  • New York - Texas Zipline Adventure - 56 min drive - 76.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Big Momma's Snack Shack - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪The Whistletop Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hernandez Mexican Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is HGTV House on Open Water pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at HGTV House on Open Water?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at HGTV House on Open Water?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HGTV House on Open Water?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HGTV House on Open Water located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Cedar Creek Reservoir and within 12 miles (20 km) of Trinity River and Creslenn Ranch Lake. Creslenn Park and Flag Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great week at the lake!

We enjoyed the lake house very much. Everything you need for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2021
Lauren, thank you so much for staying with us! Hope you all have a happy summer! Emily
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Extremely Impressed

We have stayed at a few different properties in the area. This was far and away our favorite.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 October 2021
Susan, thank you so much for your kind comments on our lake house! We are so thankful you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful lake house!

I spent a long weekend here with my family and we had a great time! The house is beautiful and very well stocked. The kids loved the trampoline, deck, and swimming on the beach area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 August 2021
Ellen, thank you so much for your kind review! We are delighted you and the family enjoyed your weekend! Emily
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House and Location

Another wonderful stay at this property!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2021
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay again this summer and appreciate your kind comment, Sherry!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Getaway House!

We loved our weekend at this house. The owners were very attentive and accommodating, and the house was adorable and as-advertised. We really enjoyed our stay and plan to book this house again soon!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short but sweet

We had a wonderful time with family! The kids loved the bunk house, sand/beach area and the trampoline! The view is wonderful and the house well appointed with everything we needed. We were also able to rent a boat and had a perfect day on the water. Our son caught a 23” bass right off the dock! Was a perfect 3 day get away! Thanks
Response from VrboOwner on 19 March 2021
Sherry, thank you so much for sharing such kind feedback regarding your stay! Congrats to your son on catching the big bass off the dock! Thanks, Emily
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So much Fun!

Our trip was so much fun. The property has a great view from the inside, but we spend most of our time outside. The deck was large and spacious, the dock was clean and easily accessible and the beach area was a lot of fun. The beach area did need raking and some cleaning as we found broken bottles and cans in the water, but we made quick work of that and enjoyed it. The sand area could use a rake readily available to clean washed up debris. The beach area was the most fun. The property was well appointed and had everything you would need. If you are thinking about staying here, don't hesistate. It is worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

had a great time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location!

the house was nice and just as described. We enjoyed our stay it was very peaceful.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2020
We are so happy the home was as described and that you enjoyed your stay at our lake home!

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