Title: 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=602780&destination=Somerville%2C+Texas%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=116997773&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking ## Photo gallery for 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking (Somerville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/117000000/116997800/116997773/2e132e68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking (Somerville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/117000000/116997800/116997773/7cadef59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking (Somerville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/117000000/116997800/116997773/dc91d1a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking (Somerville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/117000000/116997800/116997773/56028f5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking (Somerville)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/117000000/116997800/116997773/f1f6be14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking provides amenities, such as a firepit and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1100 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Parking available £266 includes taxes & fees 6 Apr - 7 Apr ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking Welcome to Walnut Cottage, your charming retreat near Lake Somerville. The cottage is located just 5 minutes from the lake via Big Creek Marina, 15 minutes from Lake Somerville State Park (Birch Creek Unit), 30 minutes from historic downtown Brenham, and 40 minutes from College Station. This 3-bedroom house sleeps up to 7 guests and is perfect for families, couples, and friends looking for a quiet getaway. At Walnut Cottage, nature, relaxation, and hospitality combine for great memories! ABOUT THE SPACE: Walnut Cottage is a 3-bedroom / 2-bathroom home, built in 2022\. Downstairs: 1 Bedroom (King bed), 1 Bathroom (full bath with tub) Upstairs: 2 Bedrooms (one with a Queen bed, one with three Twin beds (triple bunk bed), 1 Bathroom (walk-in shower) Outside: Firepit and seating area with 6 chairs The kitchen is well equipped for cooking. Staples such as olive oil, salt, pepper, and common spices are provided. For your morning coffee, we provide both a drip coffee maker and Nespresso with a complimentary starter supply of ground coffee/pods/filters and creamer/sweetener. Tea drinkers will find an electric kettle and an assortment of black and herbal teas. The cottage is located in a wooded, rural neighborhood right off of Recreational Road 4\. There is easy access to nature via the nearby lake and state park, and you may even see some right in the cottage's backyard! We recommend wearing shoes and insect spray outside, and keeping a keen eye out for the critters that call this region of Texas home. Scorpions, snakes, mosquitoes, and a variety of insects are native to Texas - we can't guarantee you'll see them, and we can't guarantee you won't. We contract with a professional exterminator for routine pesticide services. While we hope you'll unplug and enjoy a calming stay, the cottage is equipped with reliable Wi-Fi via Starlink. The living room features a Roku TV, on which you are welcome to log in to your favorite streaming services. BOOKING RULES: Guest is required to sign a Renter Agreement within 48 hours of booking or within 4 hours if reservation is made less than 48 hours before arrival. Check-in instructions will not be provided until the Renter Agreement is signed and reservation may be canceled if signed Renter Agreement is not received. Security Deposit Hold of $300 required. Deposit to be processed by Host on Guest's credit card. Minimum age to rent is 25. NO smoking on property. NO pets. NO parties/events. Quiet hours are from 10PM-7AM. CLEANING AND DAMAGES: Excessive cleaning after check-out will result in an extra cleaning fee. Guests are responsible for damages. No parties, pets, or smoking on the property. PLEASE NOTE: CHECK-IN TIME IS ANYTIME AFTER 3:00 PM CST. Before you arrive, we need to ensure our previous guests have checked out, the property has been cleaned, and that linens and towels are fresh for your visit. To allow time to prepare for your stay, please do not attempt to access the property before your 3:00 PM check-in time. Check-out time is 11:00 AM CST. Cleaners may arrive as early as 11:01 AM to begin preparing the property for the next guest. To request an early check-in or late check-out, please message within 24 hours of your check-in date. We will determine availability and do our best to accommodate when possible. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Firepit ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a zoo - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - 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Deposit to be processed by Host on Guest's credit card. NO smoking on property. NO pets. NO parties. Excessive cleaning after check-out will result in extra cleaning fee. Guests are responsible for damages. Minimum age to rent: 25 ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip 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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b6ed7bx ## About the area Located in Somerville, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Burton Cotton Gin and Museum and Brenham Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lake Somerville Marina and Copperas Hollow Country Club. Antique Rose Emporium and Hohlt Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Somerville travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Somerville.dx602780) [View more Cottages in Somerville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Somerville-Cottages.d602780-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.34321%2C-96.60541&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=G1gdR3D0X5z-nkRHL4dURgmMylQ=) Somerville, TX ### What's nearby - ![Somerville Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197057/5c06b34e-bb62-44aa-ae04-26845b072771.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Somerville Lake 3 min drive \- 1.9 miles - ![Texas A&M University is a public land-grant research university in College Station, Texas. It was founded in 1876, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081017/b0fbd9b3-1bee-4235-9aac-c4f42299bf87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Texas A&M University - College Station 28 min drive \- 30.9 miles - Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek 14 min drive \- 10.0 miles - Overlook Park 19 min drive \- 15.3 miles - Lake Somerville Marina 19 min drive \- 15.5 miles ### Getting around - College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood) 42 min drive ### Restaurants - Ricky's Catering / Mantey Country 13 min drive - Sonic Drive-In 12 min drive - Buffalo Bar & Grill 12 min drive - Neinast Mexican Grill & Steakhouse 8 min drive - Dairy Queen 13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking? ### How much is parking at 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking? ### What time is check-in at 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking? ### What time is check-out at 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking? ### Where is 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### richard h. 27 Mar 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great location to the park. The place was spotless and the attention to detail and had everything you could need. Have never been to another rental place so well stocked ##### richard h. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Romantic Luxury Cabin! 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