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The Marlin House: Waterfront Escape with Dock, Outdoor Kitchen & Stunning Views!

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Outdoor kitchen
Located in an no wake zone for swimming & fishing
Perfectly surrounded by trees for plenty of shade
The Marlin House
Launch your boat less than a mile away

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Half Bath

Toilet

Primary Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

The Marlin House: Waterfront Escape with Dock, Outdoor Kitchen & Stunning Views!

Welcome to The Marlin House, your ultimate waterfront escape! This charming, newly renovated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers everything you need for a relaxing stay. Step outside to your private oasis and enjoy the convenience of an outdoor kitchen, equipped patio, and serene water views.



With a boat and jet ski lift available, along with access to a neighborhood boat launch, water adventures are right at your fingertips. Spend your days swimming right in front of the house or casting a line off the boat dock in the backyard. As the day winds down, enjoy dinner outside overlooking the water and enjoy the sunset from the balcony. With its prime location and array of amenities, this waterfront home is the perfect choice for your next getaway. We can’t wait to host you!



*Please inquire about monthly stays



Sleeping Arrangements:

★ Primary Suite: Queen bed with a twin sofa pull-out & private bathroom

★ Bedroom #2: Queen bed

★ Bedroom #3: Full/twin bunk bed & twin/twin bunk bed



Amenities:

★ Boat & jet ski docks

★ Boat ramp access & trailer parking

★ Located in a no-wake zone for swimming & fishing

★ BBQ grill/outdoor kitchen area

★ Fully equipped kitchen

★ Washer & Dryer

★ Heating & A/C

★ Dishwasher for convenient kitchen cleanup



Area Info

0.4 miles to the boat ramp

6 miles to the grocery store

5 miles to freeway access to I-45

11 miles to Historic Montgomery

18 miles to Sam Houston National Forest & Park

29 miles to Texas Renaissance Festival



Things to Note:



This is a non-smoking residence. Smoking is strictly prohibited. This is a family-friendly property and there will be additional charges if we discover any evidence of smoking in the home.



Absolutely no events, parties, or large gatherings. Any unauthorized guests, including day guests, will result in immediate cancellation of the reservation with no refund.



We have a strict no-pets policy. Pets on the property will result in an immediate cancellation with no refund.

You must be 25 years of age to book. ID verification will be required.

Looking for a great deal? Discounts are automatically applied based on your length of stay. No need for promo codes or requests. The total price you see includes your savings, so you can book with confidence. Discounts may display differently across booking platforms, but rest assured, they’re built into your final price.

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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

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3901320vb
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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Willis

Located in Willis, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 7 Acre Wood and Cedar Brake Park are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Conroe Outlet Mall and Montgomery Trace Center. Cape Conroe Park and Conroe Art Gallery are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Willis, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Conroe - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Sam Houston State University - 26 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Woodlands Mall - 28 min drive - 44.9 km
  • Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion - 29 min drive - 46.0 km
  • ExxonMobil Campus - 33 min drive - 53.0 km

Getting around

  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Early's BBQ - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chillis - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Marlin House: Waterfront Escape with Dock, Outdoor Kitchen & Stunning Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Marlin House: Waterfront Escape with Dock, Outdoor Kitchen & Stunning Views!?

As of 16 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Marlin House: Waterfront Escape with Dock, Outdoor Kitchen & Stunning Views! on 2 Sept 2026 start from AU$497, 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 The Marlin House: Waterfront Escape with Dock, Outdoor Kitchen & Stunning Views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Marlin House: Waterfront Escape with Dock, Outdoor Kitchen & Stunning Views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Marlin House: Waterfront Escape with Dock, Outdoor Kitchen & Stunning Views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Marlin House: Waterfront Escape with Dock, Outdoor Kitchen & Stunning Views! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Conroe and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bentwater Marina and Grand Pines Golf Club. Seven Coves Marina and Berton A. Yates Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place right on the water. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2026
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We truly appreciate you choosing our home and are thrilled to know you had a great stay. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we’d love the opportunity to host you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great at this comfy home! We immediately felt right at home and were able to wake up and look out on the lake. It was a great stay, and great host!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2025
Happy to know you felt well taken care of during your stay! You are welcome back anytime and we hope to get to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan R.

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

Great spot on the lake to relax!

We had a great trip. Everything was comfortable, clean, and the spot on the lake was incredible. The boat dock and slip was amazing and we will be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so glad you enjoyed the home, the lakefront setting, and the boat dock. It is great to hear everything was comfortable and clean. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee D.

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

Family getaway!

We enjoyed our stay the property was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2024
Thank you for your feedback, Renee! I am so happy to hear you had a fantastic stay and I hope you come back to stay again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne T.

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

Great house on the water

Loved the house. It was quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2026
We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you taking the time to leave a five-star review. We’d love to host you again anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Marlin House was awesome, can’t wait to return! There were no issues utilizing the ramp access or the boat slip for my 22’ center console with T-top. 120v is available at the boat slip if needed. The house was clean and everything was as advertised. Very satisfied.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed your stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great trip!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great place for us to stay. We bring our boat and really appreciate how well it's protected. The boat ramp is private and gated and allows for parking of our truck and trailer. The back patio is shaded well and the grill is convenient for burger and steaks.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay in our home. We strive to deliver a five-star experience, and we're glad we could meet your expectations! When you plan your next visit, don’t hesitate to reach out to the iTrip Team—we’d love to host you again!
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10/10 Excellent

Perry S.

High Scholl Fishing Tournament

We had a great time. Enough parking for a truck with bass boat attached and two other cars. Boat slip was awesome and worked great. Enjoyed sitting outside in the evenings on the docks as the sun went down. Quite neighborhood and close to town.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2025
It was a pleasure hosting you, Perry! I'm thrilled to hear that you had a great time at The Marlin House and that the parking and boat slip met your needs. The evenings on the docks sound wonderful, and I'm glad you enjoyed the peaceful neighborhood and convenient location. Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and I hope to welcome you back in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CLaude B.

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

Great Property.....

We absolutely loved it. The location on the lake was ideal for us. The property was clean and very well appointed. The coffee pot is a little wonky, but we made it work. They thought of everything. The beds and furniture were comfortable and inviting. We felt very much at home. The outdoor seating was well thought out and had everything we needed for a great stay. We are already planning our next stay. One of our new favorite places...
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re so glad you felt right at home and enjoyed the lakefront location—it really is a special spot. It’s great to hear the comfort, furnishings, and outdoor spaces all contributed to your stay. We also appreciate you mentioning the coffee pot—we’ll be sure to take a look at that. We’re thrilled to hear this has become one of your new favorite places and can’t wait to host you again for your next visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

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

Wonderful family stay-cation!

We booked for a little weekend of family time (close to home). It was cold and rainy, but we still had a great time together. My kid loved the foosball table and games. Smooth process with booking, communications and check-out. Beds were cozy- we all slept well! We loved sitting out by the water watching the birds and such.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Dec 2024
Thank you for your review! We're thrilled your family had a great time, enjoyed the games, cozy beds, and relaxing by the water. We'd love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara T.

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

Nice shady spot near the lake.

We used this place for family staying for a local wedding. The nice upstairs "loft" area was perfect for the groomsmen to hang out together. One room has multiple bunk beds, so it would be perfect for a family with kids. The house faces such that the lakeside of the house is nice and shady and it was very pleasant back there, with plenty of space to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2024
Thank you for the great review! We're glad the loft was perfect for the groomsmen and that the bunk room suited your family. Happy to hear you enjoyed the shady lakeside area—it’s a great spot to relax. Hope to host you again!
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Awesome house.

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit at the lake house. We caught some catfish right off the dock. It is located in a quiet community, but not to far from the city of Willis. The only thing I would change is to provide a 10-12 cup coffee pot, especially for a house that potentially holds 8 people. We hope to return soon. I highly recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2025
Thank you so much for the lovely review! I’m glad you had a great stay and enjoyed some fishing off the dock. The quiet setting with easy access to Willis is one of our favorite things too. We do have a drip coffee maker available in the pantry, so sorry it was missed! We’d love to have you back anytime. Thanks again for the kind words and recommendation!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

Great place for boaters on a nestled cove

The house was great. I was able to park my truck and trailer for a 25ft boat along with 2 other vehicles and we kept our boat in the water during our entire stay. Boat slip is at least 6ft deep when the lake is full. Coming back to the house for lunch or after a sunset cruise was very relaxing because the cove is tucked away from all the heavy traffic lake conroe is known for. The back patio gets plenty of shade in the afternoon. Beds were comfy. Master bathroom has a nice big shower. AC worked well. Host was very responsive and understanding. I can't imagine why anyone would ever have a bad stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2024
Thank you for the fantastic review, Mark! I'm so glad to hear you loved the lake location and were able to fully utilize the amenities offered. I’m happy I could make your stay a good one, and I’d love to host you again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Logan R.

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

Great place on the lake!

The marlin house was great! The pics and descriptions in the listing do a good job of accurately describing the property. The location is very good. The cove is quiet and fairly sheltered. I brought my boat and the dock worked well, had good lighting and outlets. The private neighborhood boat launch is a 5 minute walk from the house and also very nice. There’s good fishing on the North end of the lake and this location is great. We caught some nice catfish right off the dock. The house was perfect for my wife and two kids. Lots of room and well appointed with good kitchen equipment. We made dinner a few times at the house and had everything we needed to cook. I also used the Weber charcoal grill. We spent most of our time out on the lake and sitting on the patio. Great neighbors also. We felt safe and the neighborhood was nice. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2025
Thank you so much for your amazing review! I am thrilled to hear the Marlin House was a great fit for your family and that you were able to enjoy everything from fishing off the dock to cooking meals and relaxing on the lake. It sounds like you had the kind of peaceful and fun stay we always hope to provide. I am especially glad the dock and boat launch worked well for you. We would love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

4/10 Poor

Mark C.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
First off, this states its a 2-bedroom. It is not. It has an area behind the kitchen that has a bed in it, but it doesn't have a door or a closet. The floors are very soft in several areas (rotten). The furniture is dirty and threadbare. Our feet were black from walking on the floors, they were so dirty. The kitchen cabinets were filthy and in need of a thorough cleaning. No towel holders in the bathrooms. No toilet paper holders. Smells of mold. The beds were very old and saggy. This unit is priced cheaper than other Ocean Lakes locations, which I thought was a deal until I got to this trailer. It's not worth the money. You must have a golf cart to stay here. It's like a mile from the beach. The washer broke down during the week. Owner promised to have someone out. No one ever showed. The AC did work well. That was the only positive.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Margaret W.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2025
Thank you for staying with us! We’re glad you chose our home and hope you’ll visit again for the 5-star experience we always strive to provide. We did not receive any concerns during your stay, but we truly value all feedback and will continue working to make each visit exceptional!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2025
Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5-star review! We are so glad it was a great stay!

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