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Belton Lake views, large patio, pool table! 3 bed,2 bath with 4th bedroom option

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Beautiful view of Lake Belton from our patio
A view of the kitchen and main entrance door
Fully furnished kitchen with all the cooking utensils + appliances and spices
Dining with a view
Dining space flows into an open living room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gatesville, TX
  • Belton Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Temple Mall
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Temple, TX (TPL-Draughon-Miller Central Texas Regional)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunkroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Guest House

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Sunroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Guesthouse Bath

Soap Ā· Towels provided Ā· Bathtub Ā· Toilet Ā· Shampoo

Main Bath

Soap Ā· Towels provided Ā· Toilet Ā· Shower only Ā· Shampoo Ā· Hair dryer

Secondary Bath

Soap Ā· Towels provided Ā· Toilet Ā· Shower only Ā· Shampoo Ā· Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Belton Lake views, large patio, pool table! 3 bed,2 bath with 4th bedroom option

Welcome to Owl Creek Hideaway - a hidden gem with breathtaking views of Belton Lake!

Our property sits on the cliff with a little over half an acre overlooking the lake. It is located in a remote rural area that is developing. The home is newly updated and completely furnished with all that you will need. During the day, you can enjoy the views or access Belton Lake through various parks throughout the season. The kitchen is fully stocked with cooking appliances and spices. The living space is perfect for relaxation or playing board games provided. In the evening, you can grab a blanket to cozy up by the fireplace outside on the patio.

Whatever you choose to do, we are sure you will feel right at home!

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NOTE: This home comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests. It does NOT include the 4th bedroom. For extra parties, the guest house with a 4th bedroom and full bathroom is available for an additional cost of $125/night + a one time $65 clean fee. Please message us prior to booking if you and your guests are interested in securing this space.




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Other important items to note prior to your stay:


Owl Creek Hideaway is tucked away on the north side of Belton Lake. Due to our slightly remote location, the wifi signal can be weak from time to time.

As the property is on a cliff and not fully fenced in, please take caution especially with pets and younger children. We do not have lake access and highly discourage exploring beyond the cliff as the terrain is unpredictable and unsafe.

In addition, wildlife, snakes and insects (spiders, wasps, bees, flies, mosquitos, gnats) are very common in the area since we are near water and trees- especially during the summertime. We do have our home treated consistently through the year to help reduce the incidence of bugs, but are unable to control the natural elements surrounding the home. We ask that guests be vigilant by keeping doors closed, food covered and trash picked up as we will not be responsible for any injuries during your stay.

We do provide life jackets along with a SUP board, a kayak, and some inflatables. Do ensure that equipment is strapped down properly when transporting - you will be response for any damage. Use these at your own risk and only when weather conditions permit.

**DUE TO THE DROUGHT, LAKE LEVELS ARE EXTREMELY LOW AND MAY NOT BE ACCESSIBLE. PLEASE KEEP THIS IN MIND PRIOR TO YOUR ARRIVAL. You can check the state site for updates on park closures.

Our first and foremost priority is your safety. Please do not disregard these items when booking our space.

Property manager

Victoria Le
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Must be supervised at all times
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
For 8+ guests, message to book additional space
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please notify us of pets prior to booking. 2 MAX
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Maximum TWO pets must be supervised and leashed at all times
No trespassing beyond the patio
Pets must be supervised and leashed at all times

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: For 8+ guests, message to book additional space
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Gatesville

Located in Gatesville, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Mother Neff State Park and Belton Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Western Hills Park and Heritage Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Beall Park and Chisholm Trail Park. With jet skiing, kayaking and water tubing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Gatesville, TX

What's nearby

  • Belton Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple - 31 min drive - 27.3 km
  • Temple Mall - 31 min drive - 28.6 km
  • University of Mary Hardin-Baylor - 32 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Bell County Expo Center - 35 min drive - 31.9 km

Getting around

  • Temple Station - 28 min drive
  • Killeen, TX (GRK-Killeen-Fort Hood Regional) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Backyard Bar-B-Q - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪El Magueyes Mexican Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Sundy's Burger Shack - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Tres Magueyes Restaurant - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Morgan's Point Sports Club - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Belton Lake views, large patio, pool table! 3 bed,2 bath with 4th bedroom option pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Belton Lake views, large patio, pool table! 3 bed,2 bath with 4th bedroom option?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Belton Lake views, large patio, pool table! 3 bed,2 bath with 4th bedroom option?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Belton Lake views, large patio, pool table! 3 bed,2 bath with 4th bedroom option located?

This family-friendly Gatesville holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Belton Lake and Owl Creek Wildlife Management Area. White Flint Park and White Flint Wildlife Management Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 63 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sima A.

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

Excellent property

Vicki was so nice and quick response, We suggest changing the couch
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

clarissa h.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk T.

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

Awesome view of the Lake

We had 3 couples and 1 single person so we rented the extra guest cottage and we were all very comfortable. There was plenty of parking. The kitchen was well equipped. The house has a big view of the lake and it is mostly undeveloped as far as the view you have from the house. So, you get the feeling it is all yours to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Family Get Together

The house was great the wife loved it and was great for our pets. Our family stopped by and it was perfect. The neighborhood wasn't great but overall the stay was still great. We will be booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cliff S.

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

Texas 12 hour endurance race

Property was as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Great stay!

We loved our stay! Location was great for us and the view was unbeatable. Beautiful views of the lake. The house was very comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

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

The View

The view was amazing and the home is charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John M.

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

Beautiful view

The property is very cozy and clean with a great view. If i could make a couple of suggestions, replace the furniture as it is hard to set in and very uncomfortable. Secondly, area rugs should have backing or done away with as they are slick and present a slip hazard. Couldn't get hot water to work in main bathroom. Just a few tweeks it will be perfect! Beds were incredibly comfortable!! Thank you for the use of your property!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie D.

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

Just right

It was a really nice weekend. The property is super cute. The house is really nice on the inside. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

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

Great views

Great clean property with beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Donna G.

Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Lake Belton

The view is nice ,Bed were comfortable but the house and property is in need of a lot of TLC and deep cleaning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

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

Great getaway

Beyond expectations. Great property, with the best views of Belton Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis S.

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

Awesome

Our stay was great. Very remote location and secluded. Everything we needed was there. Far from any grocery store about a 30 minute drive but not to bad.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Just what we needed

We were looking for a place to call home for a wedding weekend and this place ended up being perfect. It was very rainy, so we didn't get to enjoy the outdoors quite as much, but the house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarissa W.

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

Beautiful Lake View & Home

The view of the lake is incredible! It was so relaxing to sit on the porch and enjoy the calm. The house was clean and well stocked with whatever we needed. Pots, pans, utensils, dishes and the best coffee pot we’ve had at a VRBO. The home was comfortable and had great feel. Like most lake homes, the surrounding neighborhood doesn’t always match the type of house you are headed to. We never felt unsafe and all of the neighbors we passed were very friendly. 10/10 recommend! Thank you for the great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Lorie S.

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

Scary Area

I would have given this place a better overall rating if the area hadn’t been so sketchy. The house was adorable and clean, I didn’t have any problems with that at all. What’s not mentioned in the listing is that this house sits in the middle of an area where we didn’t feel safe. Some of the windows didn’t lock and the back double doors could have easily been broken into. The host was very easy to contact and was always prompt in responding to questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

mary kay r., Bolivar, MO

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

Really unique with a beautiful view!

We were concerned upon arrival due to passing through lots of run down areas getting to the house. The property didn't have me expecting such a huge side yard and the pool table/game room in the garage was really a bonus! We enjoyed the family centered layout of the house and the views were phenomenal. The owner was very easy to work with as well. We knew that internet would be spotty so that wasn't an issue. We found the beds to be extremely comfortable too. The house is stocked with high end dishes/utenils/cookware/linens which is always a plus. There was a strong smell when we entered the house--like a dog smell, maybe? But the house was immaculately clean. We got some Febreze and fragrance plug ins and it became something we just barely could notice. I have a nose like a blood hound though so that's likely more me than the property. We ran out of hot water because of the big tub and having five people so plan around that, but the games, the porch, even the extra upstairs space we also rented--met our needs perfectly and we hope to return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

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

Quick Getaway

Had a quick relaxing getaway to this lovely quaint home. Vickie was super responsive and the home was clean and cozy. The beds were super comfortable and we had everything we needed. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and would love to come back and visit. Highly recommend for a relaxing time away!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haylee M.

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

Niagara Temple

Clean cozy and private house with great views.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Suzie C.

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

Serene lakeside view

Incredible patio/view for our family gathering. Could enjoy it even from indoors though all the windows. Comfortable beds, cozy living area, delightful bay window & dining area. Bunk room small & obviously it does have bunk beds but the beds are comfortable. The extra guest room is probably best for one person but we were 2 & made it work for us. Enjoyed playing corn hole toss on the patio and pool in the garage with the door open and the sun coming in. Best spice cabinet I’ve ever seen in a VRBO. We loved it. & thank you Vickie for working with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

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

Great stay with family.

Stylish home with a beautiful view in a remote location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lea J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The view out back and patio kinda erased a few disappointments

We arrived after dark and had a little trouble finding it. It was confusing. It felt as if we were sneaking around trying to find it. There was very little lighting when entering. I thought there were beds for 3 couples. The 3rd bedroom had bunk beds. A couple slept on an air mattress. Everything else was great! Upon leaving, the gate broke and my husband fixed it. I think it was a bit over priced. I think the guest house should not be extra. We loved the patio and the view of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maribel M.

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

Start on Belton Lake

Very nice house. Loved the decor and had everything we needed to cook.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte W.

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

Belton Lake House

Beautiful views, beautifully furnished. Had a baby supplies if needed. Very clear and private. We had a relaxing time. The outdoor fireplace is inviting. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Vacation

Beautiful property, beautiful scenery, my family had a wonderful time. We will be staying there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Victoria Le

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We love being able to share our home with others to help create memories.

Why they chose this property

Our property sits on the cliff with a little over half an acre overlooking the lake. It is newly updated and completely furnished with all that you will need. During the day, you can enjoy the views or access Belton Lake through various parks throughout the season. The kitchen is fully stocked with cooking appliances and spices. The living space is perfect for relaxation or playing board games provided. In the evening, you can grab a blanket to cozy up by the fireplace outside on the patio.

NOTE: This home comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests. The guest house with a 4th bedroom and full bathroom is available for an additional fee. Please message us prior to booking if you and your guests are interested in securing this space.

Whatever you choose to do, we are sure you will feel right at home!

What makes this property unique

Along with the views, spend your day using any of the amenities provided: a pool table, cornhole, SUP boards (small ones have a 120lb weight limit), and a single person kayak.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests