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Relaxing vacation home with waterfront access for fisherman and families.
Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio
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2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6108.2 sq m
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Chico, TX
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Relaxing vacation home with waterfront access for fisherman and families.
*About the Watson House*
Welcome to our cozy 2-bedroom vacation home in Chico! Nestled in a picturesque setting, this charming property offers everything you need for a relaxing getaway or fishing trip for the family. Prepare to catch the big one with your own boat dock to have everything ready for the early riser fisherman, while the kids can use the dock for swimming and dock fishing if they want. In the area for a fishing tournament? Perfect home base removing the need to pull the boat every morning while giving you an on-the-lake starting point. If you caught dinner we have fish fry equipment so you can prepare your own, your way. Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, a smart TV, and a clothes dryer, perfect for keeping you connected and comfortable during your stay. Step inside and be greeted by a fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, microwave, coffee maker, kitchen island, toaster, and all the dishes and utensils you'll need to whip up delicious meals. Gather around the dining table for family-style dinners or step outside to the porch and take in the stunning water views. When it's time to unwind, retreat to the living room and curl up with a good book or pop in a DVD from the video collection. The kids will love the selection of games and toys, ensuring endless hours of entertainment. And don't forget to take advantage of the outdoor play area and beach loungers for fun in the sun. With amenities like air conditioning, heating, linens, and an iron and board, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable and carefree stay. So pack your bags and get ready to experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at our Chico vacation home. Even if it's a little too cold to swim, the house is in a very quiet area with abundant wildlife and solitude. The falling leaves create a hushed sense while you relax on the porch. If you have family in this part of town, it's a perfect home base, 12 miles nearer than the closest hotel. Spend your time visiting instead of driving back and forth.
*Bedrooms*
There are two bedrooms, both with queen beds and comfortable mattresses. Both have a simple dresser, end tables, and luggage racks for your suitcases. There is a full size couch in the living room as well as an XL twin cot with pad you can set up where you like, perfect for the kids. There are also two beds on the fully screened porch with a queen and a twin bed, where you can safely sleep outdoors without the bugs when weather permits.
*Outdoor Living*
Jump off the dock into the water. Paddleboard, kayak, swim, fish, or go bobbing (floating on a noodle while enjoying a beverage). Feel like cooking; there is a grill available, and you can have a fish fry with the equipment we have available if you were successful fishing. Care for a crawfish or shrimp boil. We have equipment for that too. Kids playground with swings, slides and sand and seating areas for adult supervision while the kids play.
*Lake Bridgeport's water levels can fluctuate; please check before booking. We are not responsible for lake levels. Please note: as of February 27, 2025, lake levels are low but will facilitate swimming and boating. Access to the dock for fishing is available in the back yard. There are also public boat ramps available for fishing or boating.*
Welcome to our cozy 2-bedroom vacation home in Chico! Nestled in a picturesque setting, this charming property offers everything you need for a relaxing getaway or fishing trip for the family. Prepare to catch the big one with your own boat dock to have everything ready for the early riser fisherman, while the kids can use the dock for swimming and dock fishing if they want. In the area for a fishing tournament? Perfect home base removing the need to pull the boat every morning while giving you an on-the-lake starting point. If you caught dinner we have fish fry equipment so you can prepare your own, your way. Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, a smart TV, and a clothes dryer, perfect for keeping you connected and comfortable during your stay. Step inside and be greeted by a fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, grill, microwave, coffee maker, kitchen island, toaster, and all the dishes and utensils you'll need to whip up delicious meals. Gather around the dining table for family-style dinners or step outside to the porch and take in the stunning water views. When it's time to unwind, retreat to the living room and curl up with a good book or pop in a DVD from the video collection. The kids will love the selection of games and toys, ensuring endless hours of entertainment. And don't forget to take advantage of the outdoor play area and beach loungers for fun in the sun. With amenities like air conditioning, heating, linens, and an iron and board, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable and carefree stay. So pack your bags and get ready to experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at our Chico vacation home. Even if it's a little too cold to swim, the house is in a very quiet area with abundant wildlife and solitude. The falling leaves create a hushed sense while you relax on the porch. If you have family in this part of town, it's a perfect home base, 12 miles nearer than the closest hotel. Spend your time visiting instead of driving back and forth.
*Bedrooms*
There are two bedrooms, both with queen beds and comfortable mattresses. Both have a simple dresser, end tables, and luggage racks for your suitcases. There is a full size couch in the living room as well as an XL twin cot with pad you can set up where you like, perfect for the kids. There are also two beds on the fully screened porch with a queen and a twin bed, where you can safely sleep outdoors without the bugs when weather permits.
*Outdoor Living*
Jump off the dock into the water. Paddleboard, kayak, swim, fish, or go bobbing (floating on a noodle while enjoying a beverage). Feel like cooking; there is a grill available, and you can have a fish fry with the equipment we have available if you were successful fishing. Care for a crawfish or shrimp boil. We have equipment for that too. Kids playground with swings, slides and sand and seating areas for adult supervision while the kids play.
*Lake Bridgeport's water levels can fluctuate; please check before booking. We are not responsible for lake levels. Please note: as of February 27, 2025, lake levels are low but will facilitate swimming and boating. Access to the dock for fishing is available in the back yard. There are also public boat ramps available for fishing or boating.*
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
Chico
Located in Chico, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bridgeport Heritage Museum and Wise County Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bridgeport Country Club and Brushy Creek Vineyard. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Chico, TX
Restaurants
- Martin Dining Hall at Bridgeport Camp
- Julio's
- Subway
- Dragon Cafe
- Chico Doughnuts - 25 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by James Jones
I'm a citizen of the world. Growing up as a military brat, I attended 13 different schools in 12 years. I spent my first career in the USAF, living and traveling to dozens of countries. My second career as a Senior Executive for Siemens Wind Power I travelled the world and in retirement, the Wife and I travel 4-5 times per year. My time at home is spent fishing, boating, swimming, and bobbing when I'm not working as a volunteer Firefighter for our local Fire Department. We love the short-term rental concept, and this is our first attempt at it, using it to help my widowed Mother-in-Law to pay the taxes and maintenance on their lake house they built and lived life in for over 50 years.
Why they chose this property
I started coming to the property for my Wife's annual Family Reunion her parents hosted for 60+ years with 50 of them at this home. There would often be 150 people there for July 4th weekend each year, with many staying the entire week. Group dinners, potluck style, where all families brought their favorite dishes to feed the group. It is a rural area with the lake being the focal point in the spring and summer months. Boating, skiing, wakeboarding, wake surfing, kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, floating, and general fun happen everywhere on this beautiful, clean body of water. There are over 11,000 acres of water so it's never truly crowded, even on holiday weekends. Fishing is king here with crappie, bass, catfish, and sand bass, all plentiful, and many people limit out daily. On weekends, you often smell fish fries going on in many yards, crawfish and shrimp boils, and since this is Texas, brisket and ribs in the smoker. You can be invited to join the party if you look hungry enough, so start working on your hungry face now. On holiday weekends, live band music floats across the water, and families splash and play up and down the cove. Activites which are truly the sounds of summer. While water activities may be limited to fishing, it is beautiful in the fall; only the sound of leaves falling breaks the silence. Watching the geese returning North and hearing them "honk" their goodbyes as they go, is something most people never experience. In the early morning, you can sit on the screened-in porch and watch the deer feeding and drinking from the lake behind the house and around the neighborhood.
What makes this property unique
We have 3/4 acre of property, right on the lake, only a few steps away. No long steep walkways or climbing stairs to the water. The sand playground with swings and slides for the kids keeps them entertained while they are not swimming. Most rentals in this are for large parties over 12 people, with the prices as high as the number of people. We have more land, better water access, quieter location than they do while offering a comfortable, nice property for smaller groups of family and friends.
Since the nearest hotel is 25 miles away, it is perfect if you are visiting family or friends in the local area, especially over the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. We happily accept your beloved pets; keeping your family together is important even if they have four legs. We offer privacy over hotels, the ability to cook your meals, plenty of space to enjoy yourselves, and peace and quiet most properties out here do not have.
Since the nearest hotel is 25 miles away, it is perfect if you are visiting family or friends in the local area, especially over the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. We happily accept your beloved pets; keeping your family together is important even if they have four legs. We offer privacy over hotels, the ability to cook your meals, plenty of space to enjoy yourselves, and peace and quiet most properties out here do not have.
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