Title: Relaxing Lakefront Getaway Near Houston with Private Dock and Porch Views! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Relaxing Lakefront Getaway Near Houston with Private Dock and Porch Views! Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60540000/60539700/60539657/b4a4c9b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60540000/60539700/60539657/1f995241.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60540000/60539700/60539657/f6dc5835.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60540000/60539700/60539657/c2f54c12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60540000/60539700/60539657/f9f75eed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the serene atmosphere of lake life at this waterfront property. Perfect for large families or extended family vacations, this 2300sq.ft. home is fully furnished with plenty of toys and offers a beautiful view from the large back porch and fishing off the dock. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Relaxing Lakefront Getaway Near Houston with Private Dock and Porch Views! “Escape the city and unwind at this spacious 2300 sq. ft. waterfront lakehouse, nestled in a peaceful community just two hours east of Houston. Perfect for large families or reunions, this gem features stunning lake views, a private dock for fishing, and an inviting back porch ideal for morning coffee or sunset relaxation. With all the comforts of home—including a fully equipped kitchen and plenty of lake toys—your family will have everything needed for a memorable lakeside retreat. Whether you’re fishing off the dock, paddle boarding, kayaking, or exploring nearby trails, this serene getaway promises a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.” ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bidet - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,300 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53900000/53893600/53893527/cfaa10da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront Escape w/ Firepit & Fireplace – Relax & Recharge in Nature! 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No pets on the furniture or in the beds. Pets must house broken. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### 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 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 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 ### Property is also known as "lake Life at Virgil's Place" "private Lake Getaway at Virgil's Place" Woodville "private Lake Getaway at Virgil's Place" Private vacation home ## About the area ![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%7C30.67509%2C-94.41137&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hM9HtDXT91ZU0jOAdTj9QYrqiL0=) Woodville, TX #### What's nearby - First Baptist Church - 14 min drive - 10.1 miles - Allan Shivers Library and Museum - 14 min drive - 10.1 miles - Wildwood Driving Range - 28 min drive - 21.5 miles - Naskila Gaming - 34 min drive - 27.8 miles - Alabama-Coushatta Tribe Cultural Center - 35 min drive - 28.1 miles #### Getting around - George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 110 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive - ‪Senor Toro's Mexican Restaurant - ‬13 min drive - ‪7-Eleven - ‬16 min drive - ‪Pizza Hut - ‬15 min drive - ‪Hancock’s Bbq - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Relaxing Lakefront Getaway Near Houston with Private Dock and Porch Views! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Relaxing Lakefront Getaway Near Houston with Private Dock and Porch Views!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Relaxing Lakefront Getaway Near Houston with Private Dock and Porch Views!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Relaxing Lakefront Getaway Near Houston with Private Dock and Porch Views! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from First Baptist Church and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Allan Shivers Library and Museum. Wildwood Driving Range and Martin Dies, Jr. State Park are also within 25 miles (40 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Relaxing Lakefront Getaway Near Houston with Private Dock and Porch Views! Reviews 10 ### 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 44 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather T. 1 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay We had a wonderful time. The lake was great. It was quiet the house had everything that we needed would definitely rent again will was a great host. ##### Heather T. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary M. 24 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Extended stay The house was amazing and will was a great person to communicate with and was very helpful 10/10 recommend will look him up the next time we are in the area ##### Mary M. Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Able G. 1 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer vacation Its was an awesome house. Highly recommended. Sure will be back ##### Able G. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wanda S. 30 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedding group Wonderful accommodations - everything was so great! ##### Wanda S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jami C. 30 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house for the summer The house was great for my family although we didn't realize the porch beds would be so cold. This would be a fantastic property in the summer. ##### Jami C. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dora S., Tyler, USA 19 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful & Serene Such a wonderful quiet place ...Exactly what we needed for our stay during a difficult time...Such thoughtful, caring owners with BIG hearts...We are thankful and blessed. ##### Dora S. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila M. 25 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Graduation 2025 We booked this h9me for a HS graduation family celebration. Very spacious living, kitchen, dining & deck areas. Bedrooms were spacious & beds super comfortable. Our family totally enjoyed our time & will return again. Highly Recommend this VRBO 100%. Will ( host) was very responsive, friendly & helpful. ##### Sheila M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather L. 19 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing on every level Beautiful deck and view of the lake with a firepit and comfortable outdoor furniture. Nice dock for fishing. Comfortable bed and big couch for Netflix and chill! ##### Heather L. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela H. 4 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Above & Beyond! We had the most peaceful and relaxing stay! The kids had a blast out on the water and didn’t want to come in each evening! Will, the host, went above and beyond to accommodate us as we had my MIL with us who has Alzheimer's We will be back sooner than later for sure! ##### Angela H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brittany K. 9 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Holiday Our family typically goes to Orange Beach for Thanksgiving, this year we were forced to try something different. What a great idea! Beautiful property, easy drive. This property will be our new normal and a regular meeting place for our family. ##### Brittany K. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### angie c., Troup texas 8 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing and very clean Neat and very clean. This is one of the best stocked homes we’ve ever rented. Plenty of paper goods, cooking utensils and soaps and laundry products. The back porch was our favorite place to sit and enjoy the great weather we had while there. Nice clean fishing dock. And very dog friendly. Great WiFi ##### angie c. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lyle C. 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing weekend stay Our family had an amazing weekend at this lake house! It was the perfect getaway with so many activities. We loved fishing, swimming and boating. The house was awesome and had everything we needed. Will definitely be back the next time we're in the area. ##### Lyle C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darnell N. 4 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving Family Getaway This was a very clean property that delivered everything that was promised. It was a very peaceful, relaxing location and the accommodations were well-appointed and comfortable. We enjoyed fishing off the pier…caught and released quite a few bass. We liked it so much that we’re thinking about coming back this summer. ##### Darnell N. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael G. 9 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dad's Birthday Property was just as described ##### Michael G. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theresa M. 6 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing! This Ivanhoe property exceeded our expectations. I would definitely stay here again. All the lovely amenities could keep a family occupied any time of year! ##### Theresa M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danica W. 9 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Lakehouse Quiet, relaxing, clean, and plenty to do. Easy communication. Great porch for hanging out or drinking coffee with a beautiful view of the lake. Fully furnished and with the extras like games, kayaks, paddleboard, life jackets… ##### Danica W. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew M. 24 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful waterfront house! We had a great stay at this house. We’ve been coming to Ivanhoe since we were kids, so we were very excited to return and stay ON the lake! Great house, deck and pier! Kayaks and plenty of floats for some relaxing fun in the water. ##### Matthew M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### April J. 28 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very Relaxing The house was perfect and the lake was wonderful! We sat on the dock for hours just taking it in! ##### April J. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Blake S. 12 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing getaway Just what the family needed. Beautiful house that is full stocked with everything you would need. Beds are super comfy and cold A/C and hot water. The best part is sitting out on the deck and enjoying the lake view. I’m any activities for the kids to do as well. Will definitely be back. ##### Blake S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzi S. 9 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake getaway Beautiful view Great beds and linens ##### Suzi S. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ken T., Bridge city,Texas 5 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Taylors Ivanhoe 2023 Visit This was our second stay with Will at Virgil's place. There is something so peaceful and serene about this place, we all did not want to leave. I thank Will for sharing this place with us all. I had a chance to recharge my batteries some just enjoying the views, Kayaking, swimming/floating, perch fishing, family games and exploring the area on our golf cart. The place has everything you need to chill, relax, be comfortable and entertained if that's what you need.. We want to come back in the fall or winter if time permits and also definitely next summer. Thanks! ##### Ken T. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard C. 31 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great get away Lovely lake with a family friendly vibe House is great Town stores near by are well stocked for weekend lake dwellers ##### Richard C. Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dennis C. 30 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful It was so peaceful sitting on the deck and enjoying the lake. ##### Dennis C. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanesa J. 10 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Lake Cabin We are so happy we found this stunning property to stay at with family over Spring Break! This Lake Cabin has all the comforts of home and an amazing deck that overlooks the beautiful lake! This was a favorite hangout spot for the family and our dogs. Hubby and the boys loved getting up in the morning and going to the dock in the backyard for fishing. Lots of rest and relaxation enjoying the outdoors of the cabin and strolling around the neighborhood. The inside of the house is very cute and had everything we needed for our stay. The home was immaculate when we arrived and had a kitchen stocked up very nicely with cookware, great space for cooking and a BBQ area on the deck. We also had the opportunity to meet the owners and they were the nicest people! ##### Vanesa J. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronda K. 28 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place to Stay This lake place was just what we needed to relax. It is located on a beautiful private lake which made the stay even better. Our host took care of all the needs we might have had. We are so glad we came and would like to return. ##### Ronda K. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021