LAKEFRONT CHALET, FLOATING DECK, LARGE YARD, GRILL, CHIMINEA, ALL NEW APPLIANCES
Cozy waterfront Chalet nestled in Big Thicket, 17 miles from Livingston, Texas, just outside Ace, TX, 56 miles north of Houston Intercontinental Airport. This quiet, charming Chalet on a private cove will beckon you back, again and again! Enjoy the slow pace, peacefulness and sheer beauty of nature all around you on this quiet fishing lake!
Grab a beverage, a good book or fishing pole and come relax on the floating deck! Have breakfast, lunch or dinner there! Gentle movement on water is guaranteed to wipe your stress away! Sitting in the comfy Adirondack chairs underneath the deck's tin roof, enjoy sunlight dancing on water, or bask in the sun on the foredeck, letting all your cares drift away, or just take a little snooze if you wish!
Accommodations: 1 cozy loft bedroom with queen size bed, 1 downstairs bedroom with full- size bed, air-conditioned, woodburning fireplace, electric fireplaces, Internet(high-speed DSL), ROKU TV, Blu-ray player, Cassette player, movie library, small reading library including children’s books, games, large yard, grill, Chiminea.
Area is great for bird and nature watching, biking, running, or just strolling in the country!
Pets: Your house-trained dogs are welcome with a Pet Fee of $100 for a maximum of 2 canines. Poop bags are furnished for picking up after your pet. Leashes are required outside the fenced property.
ALL NEW APPLIANCES: Electric Stove with Air-Fryer/Convection Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher and NEW and lovely, very comfortable, leather loveseat. NEW Gel Cooled mattress in the downstairs bedroom. ROKU TV.
NO SWIMMING ALLOWED: This is a stocked fishing lake. We do not permit swimming. One reason is due to the close proximity of the Trinity River. An occasional Alligator has been known to visit and make it their home.
NO BOATS CAN BE BROUGHT IN. Outside boats are not permitted on our lake. In the past, they were allowed. However, we incurred over $100,000 in fees to clean out what outside boats brought in. We had to kill all plant life, wait a year and are still working on replacing proper plant life in the lake.
Unfortunately, our boat sank in the boat slip due to being vandalized. Sadly, it is no longer available.
SECURITY CAMERAS: This property is monitored by live video security cameras 24/7. They are there for the security of the property as well as for guest’s security. Guests are welcome to unplug the cameras while on the premises. They just need to be sure to plug them back in prior to departing. Thank you in advance for your compliance!
Keywords: LAKE HOUSE, WATERFRONT, COZY CABIN, FREE WIFI, ROKU TV, FIREPLACE, GRILL, FIRE PIT, FENCED YARD FOR YOUR PUPS! (Note: The lake front and canal side where yard meets lake are not fenced.)
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NO GREASE OR BLEACH down sink drain.
Never leave candles/fireplace burning when leaving premises. No tampons/foreign objects or bleach down toilet.
Please remember that sound travels over water, so keep noise to a minimum.
Observe leash laws, pick up pet poop.
Never leave water standing on floors.
Upon departure, place ONLY sheets/dry towels/cloths in pillow cases, NOT Bed spreads, comforter or shams!
Hang wet towels/cloths on hooks in bathroom.
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: small gatherings possible with prior approval
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
Livingston
Located in Livingston, this chalet is on the waterfront. Alabama-Coushatta Tribe Cultural Center is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at New River Lake and Lake Livingston State Park. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Sam Houston National Forest - 29 min drive - 24.3 km
Lake Livingston - 37 min drive - 28.4 km
Lake Livingston State Park - 38 min drive - 29.5 km
TDCJ Polunsky Unit - 40 min drive - 45.8 km
Naskila Gaming - 50 min drive - 55.2 km
Getting around
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 79 min drive
Restaurants
Myte Fine - 19 min drive
The Kitchen - 17 min drive
Tom's Riverside Retreat - 22 min drive
Hilltop Restaurant - 23 min drive
Fresh Pack Grocery Store - 23 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is LAKEFRONT CHALET, FLOATING DECK, LARGE YARD, GRILL, CHIMINEA, ALL NEW APPLIANCES pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at LAKEFRONT CHALET, FLOATING DECK, LARGE YARD, GRILL, CHIMINEA, ALL NEW APPLIANCES?
As of 12 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at LAKEFRONT CHALET, FLOATING DECK, LARGE YARD, GRILL, CHIMINEA, ALL NEW APPLIANCES on 30 Apr 2026 start from AU$229, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at LAKEFRONT CHALET, FLOATING DECK, LARGE YARD, GRILL, CHIMINEA, ALL NEW APPLIANCES?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at LAKEFRONT CHALET, FLOATING DECK, LARGE YARD, GRILL, CHIMINEA, ALL NEW APPLIANCES?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at LAKEFRONT CHALET, FLOATING DECK, LARGE YARD, GRILL, CHIMINEA, ALL NEW APPLIANCES?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is LAKEFRONT CHALET, FLOATING DECK, LARGE YARD, GRILL, CHIMINEA, ALL NEW APPLIANCES located?
Situated on the waterfront, this chalet is 14.9 mi (24 km) from New River Lake and within 25 miles (40 km) of Polk County Memorial Museum and St. Luke's Memorial Hospital. Sam Houston National Forest and Lake Livingston State Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We loved the location of the property. The view and privacy were very nice. The outdoor seating was cute and eclectic, and we enjoyed the patio lighting. The property was very clean and cared for. All appliances worked well, and the manager was extremely attentive to insuring we had everything we needed.
Vicki G.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2025
Vickie, thank you so much for your time and efforts in writing this wonderful, 5-star review! Your very kind, descriptive words are so appreciated. It was a pleasure working with you on your reservation and hosting you and your family for your Thanksgiving stay. I hope you all will want to make this and annual family Thanksgiving trip!
Wishing you all a Very Merry Christmas and a Wonderful New Year!
Kindest regards,
Patricia
I looked at several options and feel so fortunate that I chose this special home. Patricia, our host, made the stay feel especially welcoming with the heaters on, fragrant candles burning and pup treats for the furbaby. She filled the bird feeders so the birds, brilliant cardinals, goldfinch, yellow rump warblers were abundant the entire stay. A few feet from the front door. Patrica is super easy to communicate with also. The location couldn’t have been more scenic and soul refreshing. The “Chalet” felt like a resort but so homey. Well stocked kitchen with modern appliances, wood ready for the fireplace. Waking up in the loft looking out the at the beautiful sunrise and feeling like I slept at the top of the oak tree. Large fenced yard for the dog. Catch (and release for me) big catfish! Great Egrets, Blue Heron, gator in the distance.I plan on returning for a sister trip.
Frances K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jan 2026
Frances, thank you so much for this wonderful 5-star review! Your time taken to write it and your kind, wonderfully descriptive words are so appreciated. It was such a pleasure working with you on your reservation. I look forward to hosting you again for your sister trip and promise to do everything possible to make it perfect for you all. Thank you so much again for choosing my little Chalet for your birthday get-away week!
Warmest regards,
Patricia
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Nice, quiet and defiantly relaxing.
Karen R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2024
Thank you so much, Karen.
I appreciate you for taking time to write this.
By the way, wanted to let you know, I found a tree company who will be coming to trim the limbs that are hanging over the lake.
Kind regards,
Patricia
Pretty, cozy little cabin tucked in on the lake, perfect for a couples get-a-way. Loved sitting on the porch or floating dock and watching the sun come up with a slight fog on the water. Lots of birds and squirrels to keep a person entertained. Even had the pleasure of watching a young alligator trolling across the water. Would certainly recommend.
BJ M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2025
BJ, thank you so much for taking the time to write this wonderful 5-star review. I am so happy to hear how much you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure working with you on your accommodations. I sincerely appreciate your business and hope you and your family will come back soon!
Best regards,
Patricia
We absolutely loved our stay!!! Patricia was wonderful to rent from and we made Sooooo many great memories while there!
Kristi B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2021
Kristi,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this wonderful review. Also, thank you for working with me to accommodate the last minute date changes during the freeze in February! I am so happy you finally got to take that get-away and that you and your family enjoyed your stay and had a chance to make such great memories together.
Please come back and make some more soon! :)
Thank you again for choosing my little Chalet for your family get-away.
Warm regards,
Patricia
This is the perfect place if you’re looking to get away and enjoy some quiet, relaxing time.
Terry M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2020
So happy to hear you enjoyed the quiet and peacefulness of my little chalet! Thank you for taking the time to write and submit this kind review. It was a pleasure working with you on your reservation and I do hope you and your family will come for another stay soon.
Stay well and thank you again,
Patricia
Randy, upon recent review of my website, I am just seeing that my response to your wonderful review was rejected for some reason by VRBO. I am so sorry for the horrible delay and want to thank you so much for taking the time to write the review. It was a pleasure working with you on your reservation. I do hope you and your wife will come back again soon!
Warmest regards,
Patricia
My daughter and I stayed here to find some peace and relaxation. We enjoyed that it is away from town, but close enough if we needed anything.
Stacie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2024
Stacie, I am so sorry your review was not released to me sooner. I do want to thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to submit it. It makes me so happy to hear how much you and your Mom enjoyed your stay. hope you and your mom will come back for another stay soon!
Kindest regards,
Patricia
Archival
8/10 Good
Karen V.
27 June 2017
Lovely property
Nice quite place. Enjoyed our stay. Patricia was a pleasure to work with and very responsive.
Karen V.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your nice review, Karen. We would love to have you and your family back again.
Kindest regards,
Patricia
We loved our stay! The host was so sweet. This was our first time booking on vrbo and we were so nervous but she made the process so easy with all of her instructions.
Madison K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2024
Good morning, Maddison. First, I want to apologize for the very late response to your wonderful review. Vrbo, just this morning, released it to me so that I am now able to respond. I want you to know how much I genuinely appreciate you for taking the time to write it and for your very kind words about me and my little Chalet. It makes me so happy to hear how much you and your Mom enjoyed your stay and that I could assist in making that happen.
I hope you and your Mom will want to come for another stay soon! It was a pleasure working with you on your reservation and I truly appreciate your business!
Kindest regards,
Patricia
Thank you so much, Alisa, for your kind words and for taking the time to write the review.
It was a pleasure working with you on your reservation and I hope you guys will want to come back soon!
Best regards,
Patricia
Place was amazing the views were spectacular. Property was super clean. Host had amazing attention to detail and it showed.
Casey P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2021
Casey, thank you so much for taking the time to write this very wonderful review. You just made all my efforts worthwhile! :) I love ensuring that my renters have a wonderful stay and it is so gratifying when I get great feed back like yours.
I hope you guys will want to come back again soon!
Thanks again for choosing my little Chalet for your get-away!
Kind regards,
Patricia
Beautiful lake front chalet. Great views of the lake. Very quiet and relaxing. We sat outside on the dock and enjoyed our music and food every night. Would definitely come back again.
Marc G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2024
Good morning, Marc. Vrbo has just now released your great review to me so that I can finally respond. My sincerest apologies for the delay! Thank you so much for taking the time to write this wonderful review and for your very kind words about my property. Also, thank you so much, again, for cutting the tree limbs! That is such a help to me. I am so happy to hear how much you enjoyed your stay and will look forward to having you and yours back any time! I sincerely appreciate your business.
Kindest regards, Patricia
This was just what we needed to get away from the fast city pace.The host was amazing and place was great! We definitely recommend!
Kristina K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2022
Kristina, Thank you so much for taking the time to write this wonderful reveiw! It was a pleasure working with you on your reservation and I am so happy to hear how much you enjoyed your stay. I hope you will come back again very soon. It has been a pleaure serving you!
Kindest regards,
Patricia
Patricia
We had a great stay at your charming cabin on the lake. Sitting on the front porch was very peaceful, I loved the group of ducks that came flying in the morning and evening.
Theresa D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2024
Theresa,
Thank you for this wonderful review. I am so embarrassed that Vrbo has been holding back release of my reviews and I am only now able to see yours after so long a time! I do want to thank you for your time in submitting the review and am in hopes you will come for another stay again soon! I value your business!
Kindest regards,
Patricia
Great waterfront property for peace and quiet. Everything we needed - wonderful host. Excellent communication - everything as promised!
Ron G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2024
Ron, it was such a pleasure meeting you and your wife. Thank you so much for taking the time to write this wonderful review. Your kind and very thoughtful words about me and my property are so appreciated! I hope you and your wife will come for another stay, soon. Thank you again for choosing my little Chalet for your weekend get-away!
Kindest regards,
Patricia
It was a girls get away. We really enjoyed the very cute cabin, it's location on George Taylor Lake had several optional shaded seating areas to view the beautiful lake.
Pamela T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2024
Thank you for taking the time to write this review, Pamela. Your kind words are appreciated. I’m so happy to hear that you ladies enjoyed your stay.
Sincerely,
Patricia
The place was great and had a nice lake type Freeling. The entire place was very clean when we arrived. The place had all of the amenities you would hope for. We would definitely stay again.
Scott R.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2022
Mr. and Mrs. Ringenback,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this great review! It is always so good to hear how much my renters enjoyed their stay. I sincerely appreciate your kind words and hope you will want to come back again very soon! It was a pleasure working with you on your reservation. Thank you again for choosing my little Chalet for your get-away!
Kindest regards,
Patricia
My wife and I had a quiet restful stay with zero negative experiences. The area is lovely and the bird life was awesome! We are thankful for our time there.
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2023
David,
Thank you so much for taking time to leave this very positive and helpful review. It was a pleasure working with you on your reservation and I am so happy to hear you had a very relaxing and enjoyable stay. I hope you and your wife will want to come back again soon.
Thank you again for choosing my little chalet for your vacation week!
Kindest regards,
Patricia
This was a great little escape for our family! Beautiful property. The floating patio was my absolute favorite! Very relaxing.
Tara W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2020
Tara,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of my property! It was a pleasure working with you on your reservation and I do hope you and your family will come back soon!
Stay well!
Patricia
This place was amazing! Patricia is an excellent host and provides many “little touches” that we definitely noticed and appreciated. The property is cute and comfortable, well stocked with everything you will need for weekend getaway (or longer!). We would definitely visit again!
William L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2024
William,
Thank you so much for this wonderful review. It was not released to me in a timely manner by Vrbo, so I do want to thank you again for your business and for the time you took to write this kind and informative review! I hope you will want to come for another stay soon.
Kindest regards, Patricia
We just wanted to be together to celebrate and this was a great place, lovely place, quiet place to do just that.
Larry B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec 2020
Thank you so much again for choosing my home for your very special occasion. So happy to hear you enjoyed your 40th anniversary celebration at my little chalet! Thank you so much for the beautiful bottle you left me. I can't wait to put a candle in it! :)
May you enjoy at least 40 MORE wonderful wedding anniversaries and return to celebrate them at my little chalet! :)
Warm regards,
Patricia
This property is just as pictured. It is a cozy, lovely little place with views of the water as your constant companion. It is very quiet and truly “away from it all”. We loved having coffee on the front porch and watching the birds in the morning and having cocktails in the evening by the water with a fire in the chiminea.
Robin H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Dec 2024
Robin, thank you so much for this wonderful 5-star review! Your time taken to write it during such a busy season and your very kind, descriptive words are truly appreciated. I hope you and your family had a great Christmas and I wish you a very blessed New Year! It has been a pleasure working with you on your stay at my little Chalet, and I hope you and your husband will come back for another stay soon.
Happy New Year with warmest regards,
Patricia
Super cute house in a perfect location. Water on 2 sides, quiet, secluded and secure. Fence enclosed house and drive! We loved it and so did the pups!!
Donna W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2020
Donna, for some unfortunate reason, I have been unable to see my May reviews until now. My apologies for responding so late to your wonderful review! Thank you so much for taking the time to write it. It was a pleasure working with you on your reservation and I do hope you and your pups will come back and visit us soon! Would love having you!
My best,
Patricia
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Deidra G.
5 Sept 2015
Perfect Getaway!
Only an hour drive from The Woodlands , Tx with vey little traffic! Such a peaceful, relaxing little lake. The nature and wild life made it a perfect escape from the city! The use of the little boat was such a special bonus to the rental! We hope to visit again soon!
Deidra G.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Deidra, it was such a pleasure working with you on your reservation and thank you so much for taking the time to write this great review. I am taking the liberty to post the comments you sent me about your stay in your email to me because it was so nice and I genuinely appreciate your very helpful input:
09/01/2015
"Just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed your place! It was "just what the doctor ordered" for my husband! As a matter of fact, although we have been to the coast of Mississippi and South Carolina, The Smokey Mountains, New Orleans, and Mexico in the last few years, he said it was the best getaway he had ever had! The use of the little boat was such a special bonus to the rental! We hope to visit again soon! Thank you again for working with us on such late notice!"
Deidra, thank you so much again for those kind words. I am so happy to hear about how much you and your husband enjoyed your stay. We would love to have you back any time and I will look forward to hearing from you again, hopefully, soon!
With kind regards, Patricia
About the host
Hosted by Patricia Vackar
My late husband and I fell in love with the area while visiting friends who owned weekend houses there and, in 1980, we had the shell of the house built. With the help of wonderful friends, we worked weekends building out the interior. The project took about a year to complete and I have so many great memories of those times. The chalet became our escape from the hectic weekly pace in Houston. We put heart and soul into building out the chalet! When my husband passed away in 1993, the only way I could rationalize keeping the property was to rent it out to vacationers. I've had the good fortune of meeting so many wonderful people who have rented from me since that time and look forward to being blessed with many more!
Why they chose this property
Why this property? BECAUSE it provides THE most peaceful and relaxing get-away anyone would want! BECAUSE the grounds and property are very well maintained and the house is kept sparkling clean! All new kitchen appliances installed in 2024. BECAUSE we provide everything but your clothes, your food and libations! No need to pack up a bunch of essentials, linens and towels because they will be waiting right there for your arrival! BECAUSE we are so thankful for our renters and want to ensure their stay is the most wonderful experience possible! BECAUSE our prices are very reasonable for everything we provide! SO, pack your suitcase, bring your family, even the four-legged members and prepare to ENJOY!
What makes this property unique
Serenity Now!!!! ;) Feel your stress melt away immediately just driving down the winding road to the property. Taking in nature all around you is icing on the cake while cooking in the delightful little kitchen with its great view of the lake, or fishing, lounging around, reading, playing games, sitting in the swing, observing nature, taking a stroll, completely relaxing in the quiet beauty of the atmosphere of Taylor Lake! When I arrive, I never want to leave!