1940's Charming Home w/Lake-Park View in Quiet, very Family Friendly Area
We would love to host your stay in this 1940’s house is in a quaint quiet area next to great park! 2 mi from main interstate, but no freeway noise can be heard. 1100 sf home, 2 large Bedrooms, comfy large Livingroom, 2 smart TV's, one is movable. 1 Bath-Tub/Shower combo, Kitchen is supply stocked and cook ready, WIFI 400+ speed, Large fenced backyard w/patio & Lakeview to area park and walking trails. Outside BBQ pit and chairs. Window Units cooled, Radiator (safest) Space Heaters warmed. Lots of extras included a pet friendly very large back yard! **We love longer stays, ask about longer stay discount, 30+ nights means no occupancy taxes at all!**
Fully fenced, half shaded backyard for your dog (2 dog limit), pet friendly inside offering one large crate, if you don't have your own already and a large dog bed too. Washer/dryer (top and front load) and some detergent supply to start off with. Kitchen is supply cook ready! Close grocery stores. There are fresh linens, blankets and towels. Living room TV has chrome streaming, DVD player and can support game station if you bring it. Backyard view to a beautiful park! Park has a great playground, mini putt-putt golf, a catch and release fishing pond/dock. The park also has walking/running trails and an outside obstacle stretching zone plus an inside exercise gym and pool available to our guests. There are area ducks to feed (crackers are a favorite) and picnic options. Another adjoining park has basketball/baseball/playground as well.
There is also an awesome dog park around the corner, a library and even another quiet secluded park, called Heritage Park about a half mile away. Perfect house for the family!
You have the entire house, front and back yard, drive way and carport are all for guest use. Garage is not for guest use as we use it for storage.
Other things to note Don't speed in Katy! Almost all roads in old town Katy are 30 mph. You can chance it only up to about 34-35, but not over. There is a 2 dog limit, and they should be crated when you’re not home. The backyard is fenced but some of the fence is 3' and they can’t be allowed in front, unless on a leash. Pet friendly area. Ducks roam the area from the lake.
Note: VRBO has photo restrictions that don't allow us to include a picture of us, the hosts, but we would be happy to share if you prefer via a booking inquiry. As well as the pack-n-play, and the infant bath cradle. Odd that these photos aren't accepted.
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Bring kennel or 1 is actually provided.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Pulling bed linens is optional, only if you don't mind. Please do gather towels and place on the dryer to be washed.
Please wash all your dishes. Gather all trash bags and take them out to the large trash can. Don't forget your own personal items. If you accidently leave something behind, inform me immediately.
Of course lights off, A/C off or leave on 74-76 and put the key back in lock box, or it's also fine to leave it on the table.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Expectation that you will clean up after your pet/s. No pets on furniture. Leash laws apply in area.
Inside Garage is not for guest use.
Do not leave candles burning when not home or asleep!
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3804617vb
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
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
About the area
Katy
Located in Katy, this holiday home is near a water park and on a lake. Cinemark Katy and Andretti Karting and Games are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mary Jo Peckham Park and Katy Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Typhoon Texas, or check out an event or a game at Legacy Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking.
Katy Veterans Memorial Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald’s - 5 min drive
Circle K - 3 min drive
Katy Beer Garden - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Pho Guru - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 1940's Charming Home w/Lake-Park View in Quiet, very Family Friendly Area have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at 1940's Charming Home w/Lake-Park View in Quiet, very Family Friendly Area?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1940's Charming Home w/Lake-Park View in Quiet, very Family Friendly Area on 18 Sept 2026 start from AU$208, 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.
Is 1940's Charming Home w/Lake-Park View in Quiet, very Family Friendly Area pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at 1940's Charming Home w/Lake-Park View in Quiet, very Family Friendly Area?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 1940's Charming Home w/Lake-Park View in Quiet, very Family Friendly Area?
Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1940's Charming Home w/Lake-Park View in Quiet, very Family Friendly Area?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is 1940's Charming Home w/Lake-Park View in Quiet, very Family Friendly Area located?
This family-friendly Katy holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of City of Katy Dog Park and Mary Jo Peckham Park. Katy Veterans Memorial Museum and Legacy Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We very much enjoyed our stay. Debbie & Charles are wonderful hosts.The property is close to many grocery & shopping stores, we loved being close to Mary Jo Peckman park.We would definitely stay there again
Carol C.
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2025
Carol and Skip are just the most wonderful kind of people. We were delighted to host them and even get to know them a little bit! Such a joy and we hope to see them again!!
The property was excellently clean and stocked. The neighborhood was quiet. Nice location to the park. Close to businesses and restaurants. We would defiantly recommend this property that would like to visit the area.
Don F.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2025
Thank you Don, we appreciate the opportunity to host your stay!
We love staying where it's pleasant to take a walk right outside our door. So this location in a wooded residential neighborhood and looking over the back fence into a park (the entrance of which is only a few minutes' walk away) was perfect - also because it is a very short drive to grocery stores and nice eateries. The house had a very nice setup - we enjoyed it!
My stay here was absolutely incredible! The location is perfect—just a quick hop off the interstate and close to plenty of great restaurants. The hosts were exceptionally friendly, welcoming, and communicative throughout my stay, which made everything feel seamless and comfortable. The home itself was impressively well-stocked—I brought extra pots and pans just in case (based on past experiences elsewhere), but I didn’t need a single one. The attention to detail and care the hosts put into this place really shows. I’d absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.
We had family we were visiting in Katy. This cottage afforded us the comforts of home whilst navigating the energy of Katy, TX and Houston, TX! If you appreciate an older, grandmotherly home with a humble outdoor sitting area, this is your spot!
The hosts are wonderful at communicating! The house was perfect for what we needed and we felt comfortable the minute we walked in the door. The hosts thought of pretty much everything. I loved the notes around the house letting us know how things worked, etc. The location was quiet and we were sad it was too hot to go to the park behind the house- it looked so nice! This will be where we stay every time we come to visit our family who now live in the area! (Photos were from right before we checked out. Forgot to do photos prior!)
Katelyn S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Thank you Katelyn, what a great review! Come back!!
Verified
8/10 Good
Carol C.
12 Jan 2026
Carol C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
About the host
Hosted by Debbie and Charles
We love hosting because it was always our desire to have a bed and breakfast. This is as close as we can get to serving others, but giving them their space to enjoy the home and their time in Katy.
Why they chose this property
We've actually owned the house for over 20 years, and only 4 years ago did we change from it being a long term rental to a short term. Some of the furniture in the house has been in our family for a good many years.
What makes this property unique
We think this little house has charm, and a warm homey feeling. We have hosted our selves not too long ago when we were between selling one house and buying another, and we loved the quietness of the evenings!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests