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Firefly Cottage - Lakefront Cottage with Huge Dock on Quiet Cove

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Boat Dock at night
The afternoon sun sets over the cove
Plenty of shade and room to play during hot summer months.
View of the walkway between the Cottage and the storage shed at Firefly Cottage.
Enjoy family games outdoors like Giant Jenga, checkers, bags and washers.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Granbury, TX
  • Historic Granbury Square
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Granbury City Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Harbor Lakes Golf Club
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1) Lake View Master Suite

1 King Bed

2) Master Suite

1 King Bed

3) Kids Room

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

1) Lake View Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

2) Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Firefly Cottage - Lakefront Cottage with Huge Dock on Quiet Cove

Get away from it all at Firefly Cottage, a charming three bedroom, two bath lake front cottage. Located in a gated, lakeside community only 7 miles from the historic downtown Granbury square, this cottage and its charming decor are sure to help you create treasured memories with family and friends.

Nestled under a canopy of trees on a quiet cul-de-sac, Firefly Cottage offers beautiful, serene views of the water and stunning sunsets. My home is located on a quiet private cove just off the main body of Lake Granbury. The property boasts a large, partially covered boat dock that will easily accommodate the whole family. There is a fenced yard with plenty of space to run around, which is ideal for our guests that like to include their furry family members. Up to two dogs are welcome with the completed pet addendum and $50 pet fee.

In addition to a rope swing, which is a great way to launch into the refreshing waters of the lake, there is also a paddle boat which our guests can use to explore and fish the private cove. Launch your boat or jet skis for free at the community marina. Our dock has a strap style boat lift for guests that bring their own boat and a separate lift, which holds our paddle boat or can accommodate 2 jet skis.

Relax on the porch or covered boat dock while fishing and listen to the soothing sounds of nature. There is a variety of wildlife, including hummingbirds, ducks, geese, cormorants, & great blue herons. In mid to late February, each year, we have pelicans that visit our cove before they proceed on their migration North, making it one of my favorite times of the year.

Rain or shine, you can still enjoy the outdoors under the covered wrap-around porch, which is home to a hand-crafted family style table that seats up to ten. While you hang out or grill your dinner on the porch, enjoy a game of bags (corn hole), giant Jenga, or Connect Four. In the evenings, gather chairs around the firepit and roast marshmallows for smores and enjoy the star filled skies.

Firefly Cottage has three bedrooms:
1) The Master bedroom houses a king-size bed and ensuite bathroom. 2) The Kid's Room has a queen-size bed, located next to the Master bedroom and close to the kitchen.
3) The third bedroom, called the Lake View Room, features a king-size bed and ensuite bathroom and has bay windows that look out over the lake.

There is a lovely window lined sunroom with a dining table for 8.
The French doors give views of the lake, patio and dock. There is also a small sofa for additional comfy seating. This is the perfect place to enjoy some family game nights as well. We have a good selection of family friendly games and puzzles to enjoy.

The living room has a full-size pull-out sleeper sofa that will accommodate sleeping for two. There are additional fresh linens in the closet in the living room, and towels, toilet paper, and hair dryers are provided in each bathroom. My kitchen is fully stocked with dishware, silverware, cooking/baking supplies, spices, and about every appliance you can think of. Amenities also include a washer, dryer, iron & ironing board.

Firefly Cottage offers high-speed wireless internet. This makes us a great option for folks who are interested in “staycationing”. If you’re going to work from home, why not do it from the lake?! For your indoor entertainment we provide streaming services (Netflix, Hulu+, Disney+ & ESPN+) for the 4 televisions. Local channels can be viewed on Hulu.

The Firefly Cottage is privately hosted, and available year-round. We allow guests to book out dates up to a year in advance so it’s the perfect choice for: spring break, fishing trips, family vacations, romantic getaways (we had a wonderful couple get engaged on our dock in January of 2023), relaxing long weekends, girls trips, Memorial Day, summer vacation, 4th of July, Labor Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas (we decorate for the holidays), New Years and more!

From fishing, hiking, biking, swimming, boating shopping, golfing, or just reading and relaxing, there are endless possibilities! Come enjoy Granbury, the lake, and the rejuvenating spirit of Firefly Cottage.

Property manager

Carolyn Obrist
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
With prior approval
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$50 pet fee & completed pet addendum required.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave all used beds unmade.
Please leave all used towels on the bathroom floor.
If a dog was on your reservation, please walk the property and pickup waste with provided scooper/bags.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We do not allow events/parties to be hosted at our property. If you are unsure if what you had in mind is considered an event, please contact me :-).
We allow our guests to have a maximum of 4 day-time visitors. Quiet time rules apply, as well as parking regulations with a maximum of 8 cars.
Our neighborhood does not allow fireworks.

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
Note from host: With prior approval
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Granbury

Located in Granbury, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Granbury and Dinosaur Valley State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Granbury's Railroad Depot Museum and FCS Paintball. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Granbury, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Granbury - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Granbury City Park - 13 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Historic Granbury Square - 13 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Granbury City Beach - 14 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Harbor Lakes Golf Club - 15 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stumpy's Lakeside Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Firehouse Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mesquite Pit Steaks and Bar B Q - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Firefly Cottage - Lakefront Cottage with Huge Dock on Quiet Cove pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Firefly Cottage - Lakefront Cottage with Huge Dock on Quiet Cove?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Firefly Cottage - Lakefront Cottage with Huge Dock on Quiet Cove?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Firefly Cottage - Lakefront Cottage with Huge Dock on Quiet Cove located?

This family-friendly Granbury cottage is located on the waterfront, steps from Lake Granbury and within 6 mi (10 km) of Granbury City Park and Granbury Opera House. Granbury's Railroad Depot Museum and Granbury City Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house right on the water. Perfect for a family or couples weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly lovely place. We hope that we added to the love we felt during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CK H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to recharge. Clean. I’ve been several times. Kitchen well equipped. Carolyn is responsive and a wonderful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shonya H.

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

Extremely Relaxing

Everything from check-in to check out is very easy. Communication with the property owner was very easy, and she was quick to respond. While we were there we swam, went out on our boat, baked cookies, played games and just had a really good time. We are even talking about coming back next summer. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Firefly

Great time and host went the extra mile
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Our go-to for an amazing summer vacation!

As always our stay was wonderful and so was Carolyn! The upgrades and changes that were done for this year were great! We love coming here each year and hope that we can continue this tradition for many years to come!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

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

Perfectly cute place

Such a cute cottage! The host thought of everything! Spices, all the kitchen items you’ll need, all cabinets, drawers and switches labeled, large selection of games, perfectly clean dock and outdoor furniture. Our boys loved jumping off the dock using the trapeze! We will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrystal M.

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

Another Great Visit!

This was our 4th time at Firefly Cottage and we love it still as much as our first visit. We didn't get to fish this time due to the wind, but that didn't stop our fun with games, lake and socializing. The sunsets are stunning and beautiful to take pictures during that time. Would definitely recommend this cottage and I'm sure we'll be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie J.

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

Waterfront Relaxation

We really enjoyed our stay! The place was very clean and pleasant. Fishing was great! We will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele J.

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

Great stay, great property, great location

We were lucky enough to stay for 6 nights at Firefly Cottage. We had everything we needed. There was plenty of room for us to spread out and relax. The yard was great, fully fenced and large. We spent time on the dock and on the patio grilling out. The kitchen was fully appointed with so many appliances. The location was really nice. The evening view from the house and dock was so pretty and relaxing. We went out to eat multiple times and explored the square. We also made a day trip into Glen Rose to visit Fossil Rim. That was great.All in all we had a wonderful stay. We definitely would like to go again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara L.

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

Fantastic Stay!

We enjoyed our stay so much! Firefly Cottage is gorgeous, and so comfortable. The host has made it really feel like a home with cozy blankets and lots of family games. The view down at the dock is beautiful and it is so peaceful. We really appreciated the little touches that made it feel so homey. I recommend anyone wanting a peaceful lake vacation to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

fowler n.

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

Great girls' getaway

A group of long time friends came here to just hang out together and play games. This property was set up perfectly for the four of us. The property was well stocked and we really appreciated the cabinet labels! We loved our morning coffee on the dock and watching the ducks, geese and turtles. The host was extremely thoughtful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jackie h.

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

Great place, Great host!

We really liked this place. House is so cute and cozy. Very well stocked and user friendly. She thought of everything! The yard is pretty and peaceful. dock is big and right there close.This hostess was great! Gave a lot of good info and always answered questions quickly. The only bad thing is it’s three bedrooms but both baths are inside bedrooms. Would be better if it had a half bath somewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

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

Great Little Spot

Great spot and very well-stocked kitchen. Yard is fabulous for the pups.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronald R.

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

Never Disappoints

Fourth time staying at FireFly Cottage and we loved every visit. Host ensures property is ready for your stay and is super easy to communicate with. Lots of games and activities for everyone whether indoor or outdoor. Will book again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Relaxing Girls Trip!

Property had everything we needed to relax. Property manager maintained excellent communication before and during our stay. Great dock and view. Beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

New Years Getaway

Great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reginald W.

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

The Best Lakefront I’ve seen!

The property was great! The boat dock was great seating under the heater! The temporary home away from home was awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine V.

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

Relaxing Weekend

My friends and I loved this place! It was very clean, very welcoming! As soon as we entered and walked around the property, we knew we should have booked an extra day. The bedrooms were all very spacious, and there was plenty of extra blankets and bedding for us all to get cozy :) We had a very relaxing weekend- the kitchen was a delight to use and the paddleboat was so, so fun!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamey W.

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

Nice place to stay

Enjoyed the stay Week kept and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

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

Relaxing Stay on the Water

Great beds! We loved the two kings and queen. We really enjoyed the grill and outdoor games. But the dock is the best of all. Gorgeous view and perfect for fishing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

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

Sisters visit

We, my two sisters and I stayed for a week. The home was perfect for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie G.

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

Firefly Cottage

This is a cute cottage for a quick get away. It was very clean and communication was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B.

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

Firefly Fun!

The cottage had everything you’d need for a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Great place to stay!

The cottage was squeaky clean, tastefully decorated and well-appointed with everything we needed and more! We enjoyed our stay and would like to come back for another visit soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Carolyn Obrist

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There is nothing that brings friends and family together to create amazing memories quite like the lake. I have treasured memories of annual trips to the cottage with my children, and now I get to share that with my granddaughter. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do, the lake is my happy place!

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with this property the first time I saw it and love having a place to wake up and see the beautiful sunrises and sunsets over the water and to hear the geese and ducks in the cove. I am happy to share this experience with our guests. Our place is not pretentious or fancy with expensive things, but it is rich with a great family atmosphere and it is always clean and ready to welcome our guests. NEW UPDATES TO HOME AND BOAT DOCK IN JANUARY 2020.

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests