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Renovated waterfront home with WiFi, lake views, dock & boat lift - dogs OK

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Living area
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8133.8 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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  • Place, Inks Lake State Park
  • Place, Longhorn Cavern State Park
  • Place, Inks Lake

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Renovated waterfront home with WiFi, lake views, dock & boat lift - dogs OK

Arva's Retreat

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This completely updated home on the highly sought after Upper Colorado Arm of Lake LBJ is perfect for your next vacation. It is sitting on a sloping lot with 147 feet of waterfront, beautiful natural granite outcroppings, and fantastic lake views from the large back porch outfitted with a gas grill and outdoor seating. The boat dock features a covered boat lift (rated up to 4000 lbs), as well as a swim/fish platform and two complimentary kayaks to use.

Arva’s Retreat is located just minutes from Perisso's Winery and Inks Lake State Park, where you can enjoy hiking, geocaching, boating, scuba diving, fishing, water skiing, and more!

THINGS TO KNOW
The boat launch/ramp is located at Heart of Texas Resort at 408 Clen Oak Parkway, Burnet Tx 78611. They will charge a $20 fee to use the boat ramp.
This home is not available for events such as bachelor parties, fantasy football drafts, prom weekend parties or senior graduation parties.
The jet skis and jet ski lifts are not available for guest use.
Due to the Hill Country location of our rentals, you may encounter situations with wildlife/pests. Please be aware of your surroundings, take caution while driving at night and supervise your children at all times while outdoors. In addition, all properties do utilize pest control maintenance on a regular basis, BUT this does not guarantee pests/bugs/critters will not be visible.
Smart TV's in living room and both bedrooms, guests must login to their own streaming accounts.


If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Dock details: Private dock. Public boat ramp "Heart of Texas" $20 launch fee.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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 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

About the area

Burnet

Located in Burnet, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake LBJ and Inks Lake State Park, while Fort Croghan and Highland Lakes Squadron are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Burnet, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake LBJ - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Inks Lake State Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Longhorn Cavern State Park - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Inks Lake - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Lake Buchanan - 9 min drive - 8.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Buddies 1 Stop - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪La Tequila Jalisco - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Dam Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Renovated waterfront home with WiFi, lake views, dock & boat lift - dogs OK pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Renovated waterfront home with WiFi, lake views, dock & boat lift - dogs OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renovated waterfront home with WiFi, lake views, dock & boat lift - dogs OK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Renovated waterfront home with WiFi, lake views, dock & boat lift - dogs OK located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Lake LBJ and Colorado River. Inks Lake State Park and Perissos Vineyards are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 160 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

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

Great stay!

Very nice stay. Caught something the whole time we were there from catfish, bass, and more right off the dock. Would love to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jackie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beds were uncomfortable, however, recliner chairs were nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice but not any extras - no lotion no Kleenex but clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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6/10 Okay

Shaun L.

Roomy and comfortable in great location on the river.

Location on the river was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anoush M.

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

Relaxing getaway

We spent the week with family fishing, playing and relaxing at this cute retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

matthew r.

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

Guys fishing trip

Great place to stay Very comfortable and clean Plenty of parking also , even with fishing boat
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie K.

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

Great getaway!

Fantastic getaway! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Aleta M.

Great place on the Lake!

We loved this place! I especially loved the granite uplifts on the property, very grounding! We stayed and played outside a lot. It was so private. When we were inside we loved the recliners in front of the TV, it was perfect for football watching! I would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle I.

Beautifully updated house in a Relaxing location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our time at Arva's retreat. The house looks like it was recently remodeled, the bathrooms are nice and the beds are comfortable. We loved the location on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
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6/10 Okay

Karen O.

Too many issues

This house is a nice little lake house on an awesome area of the lake. It had great reviews and we were really hopeful for a fantastic vacation with our girls. There was a wonderful swimming dock with a ladder so the girls could jump and swim for hours. We tied our floating island to the dock and it gave them a place to play. The remodel in the house was nice. The second bedroom with bunk beds was perfect for the girls.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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6/10 Okay

Hank T.

Wonderful home and relaxing view BUT....

The home was quaint, nice and clean. Everything in the house was great. Loved the sunsets and it's quiet and peaceful. BUT...If you have a child or animal with you, the sand spurs are outrageous. Getting up and down to the dock might be a challenge for younger or older folks, especially at night. The porch and dock need a power wash badly. Bring your own chairs and Kleenex. I swear that Vacasa in Spanish means "No Kleenex".
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kari P.

AMAZING

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: WOW! What a beautiful house inside and out! Newly remolded and right on the water. Very quiet and clean. Tracy and Ruben were EXTREMELY hospitable and helpful! It felt like we were renting from family! They were very welcoming and accommodating! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Selene M.

Lovely stay on the Colorado!

The house and location were fantastic! So peaceful. We enjoyed sitting down by the water for coffee or wine. Didn’t figure out that the shed was yours until yesterday so we didn’t find the kayaks and supplies in time to enjoy eight the sun on the first two days. We would definitely return and even rebook for this summer if you updated the master bed. It didn’t sleep well. Could be bigger and more comfortable mattress with updated linens. Almost left a day early because of the bed 😩 would also love to know Arva’s story and the story of how this house came about. Would make it even more special. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Great getaway!

Had a great time fishing off the dock. Kids caught something the whole time we were there. Would come back again!

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Guys trip getaway

Great location and quiet. Can’t wait to come back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy A.

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

Just what we were looking for!

Nice place if you’re looking for simplicity and comfort. Great location. Semi-isolated. WiFi and phone service was an issue but every thing else was just what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chelsea F.

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

Peaceful waterfront house

Size was just right for 2 elderly parents and family of 4. We loved being right on the water. Slope down to the water was tricky for my father but stairs and railing were a plus! Read reviews regarding having issues with grass burrs; yes they're everywhere but it's nothing new to us. Kids asked to stray here again and probably would without our older parents.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John R B.

Quiet Area

My wife and I enjoyed the peace and quiet of this property. It’s up on a hill and has access to the Colorado River. We could walk down the hill to the pier and fish. Several times there were some deer that came into the yard. We could even hear birds singing. It has a nice big open area to watch tv and relax. One of the bathrooms has a great walk-in glass shower. Overall our stay was pleasant and relaxing.

6/10 Okay

Sue N Stan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
never make the pull back up.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Pat M.

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

Property renter

You need to remove boat lift as an amenity _ it is inop and obviously been inop for a time Pans dirty- old coffee maker that barely works and takes forever to brew- back patio dirty and furniture full of spider webs- yard needs mowing and trimming- lot of money for a place that is borderline shabby
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rochelle I.

Great Location. Comfy Beds.

The house is updated nicely with very nice appliances. The beds are comfortable. It was clean, however more odds and ends could be available in the kitchen. Bring your own kleenex, and potholders if you plan on using the oven. So many deer! We loved seeing the deer multiple times per day. One morning about 50 geese were snacking on the lawn between the house and the river. If you bring a dog, the yard, front and back, has lots of stickers/sand burs so be careful. This area of Texas has scorpions so don't hang outside at night if they make you squeamish.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

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

Relaxing family vacay

This was a perfect spot for our family of 5 and our dog! Our children enjoyed sp ending time swimming, fishing and kayaking while also having some of their usual creature comforts like WiFi. Mom and Dad were able to relax and enjoy spending quality family time. The backyard was fenced in which was great for our dog as well. The amenities included all the comforts of home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

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

Great spot - Perfect for lazy lake days

The home was welcoming, cozy, and clean. The location was perfect. Adults, kids, and dogs all had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra A.

Awesome views

We took a mini vacation to this house for my husband’s birthday cause he loves fishing and it was all we were looking for, the lake right in the backyard the entire family had so much fun. Recommend 💯
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Brandon W.

Nice riverside getaway

Overall the property was as described and in good, clean condition. The interior has new appliances and the propane grill on the porch is very new. Downsides include nonfunctional window blinds and subpar cookware. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

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