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Waterfront Lighthouse with Large Dock for a Great Family Getaway

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The Lighthouse on Lake Livingston
The reason you come here.
View of the back porch with large deck and plenty of seating
Boathouse with electric lifts for a boat and two jet skis
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 101900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Livingston, TX
  • Lake Livingston
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • TDCJ Polunsky Unit
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Lake Livingston State Park
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs Bedroom (#4)

1 Double Bed

Master (#1)

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #3

1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom #2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #3

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Outside Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Lighthouse with Large Dock for a Great Family Getaway

Don't miss out on the opportunity to stay at this unique and local treasure. The Lighthouse is a four bedroom / three and a half bath home sitting at the northern most point of the private and gated community of Kalita Point.

This two story home features two expansive porches with 120 feet of lakefront access, picturesque 180 degree views of Lake Livingston and also includes a private boathouse with powered lifts for a boat and two jet ski's and multiple access points into the lake. The Penwaugh marina is only a two minute drive from the home.

Inside:
Downstairs includes an open-concept kitchen, dining niche and family room as well as a bedroom and full bath, which includes a full size washer and dryer.
Upstairs includes the master bedroom with ensuite master bath and two other bedrooms which share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom as well as a loft/entertainment area.

Downstairs:
Family Room: Large sectional sofa with room for 8 with additional portable seating for additional guests. 65" Smart TV with basic cable and access to apps such as Hulu, Netflix and Amazon Prime

Kitchen: Modern kitchen with full suite of modern appliances and full stocked with dishes, pots, pans and utensils.

Dining: Dining table set up to seat 6, but expands on both ends to seat up to 10. Additional seating available for two at the bar.

Bedroom #4: Smallest bedroom in the house includes a full size bed.

Upstairs:
Master (Bedroom #1): King size bed with 40" Smart TV. Bedroom has large window with direct views of the lake. The spacious en suite bathroom includes a custom walk-in shower, full size tub and double vanity.

Bedroom #2: Queen size bed with 40" Smart TV. Similar to the master bedroom, this bedroom also includes a large window with beautiful views of the lake (and sunrise depending on the time of year). This bedroom attaches directly to the Jack & Jill bathroom.

Bedroom #3: Unique triple-decker bunk bed with queen (bottom), full (middle) and twin beds. This bedroom also includes a unique enclosed ceiling fan and also attaches directly to the Jack & Jill bathroom.

Bathroom: Jack and Jill bathroom with double access to sink and vanity. Additional door allows for private access to shower/toilet.

Loft: Pull-out sofa with 50" Smart TV with classic video game consoles.

Minibar: Fridge, sink and microwave enclosed by doors right off of the loft.

Outside:
The downstairs porch is completely covered and can be accessed from both sides of the yard as well as from the house via a sliding glass door. There is a centrally located staircase that leads directly to the back lawn and the water and a spiral staircase that leads to the upper deck. The main dining table can comfortably seat 6 with additional seating and ottomans available for additional guests. There is also a 6-burner propane grill available to all guests. This is the most likely the primary deck that will be used due the easy access to the house and yard and also includes access to a custom finished, climate controlled half-bath...the poop deck!

The upstairs deck offers some of the best views on the lake and is the ideal place to watch the sun rise and set or just sit and take in the beautiful lake views. Basic seating is offered upstairs. This deck can be accessed from below via a spiral staircase or from inside via a sliding glass door from the loft area.

The dock/boat house has plenty of room with both portable and bench seating for the entire party and includes electric boat and jet-ski lifts. Various life jackets are available upon requested. This is a great place to hang out, relax, swim, float or jump from the rope swing into the lake.

Property manager

Trevor Thornton

Languages

English
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Amenities

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Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

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

About the area

Livingston

Located in Livingston, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Polk County Memorial Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Livingston State Park and Lake Livingston.
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Livingston, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Livingston - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • TDCJ Polunsky Unit - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Lake Livingston State Park - 14 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Wolf Creek Park - 38 min drive - 41.7 km
  • Sam Houston National Forest - 39 min drive - 39.8 km

Getting around

  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wet Deck - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Jerry's Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pueblo Viejo - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Lighthouse with Large Dock for a Great Family Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Lighthouse with Large Dock for a Great Family Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Lighthouse with Large Dock for a Great Family Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Lighthouse with Large Dock for a Great Family Getaway located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Lake Livingston and within 6 mi (10 km) of Trinity River and TDCJ Polunsky Unit. Lake Livingston State Park and Polk County Memorial Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Light House was great

Beautiful house on beautiful lake
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie A., Houston

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

Weekend at the Lighthouse

We had an awesome stay at the lighthouse! The kids thought it was so cool! The house was wonderful, we were able to use the rope swing and boat lift. We are counting down the days until we return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

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

Five Stars!

This was the cleanest, most well appointed VRBO we've stayed in. Trevor and Trisha have gone the extra mile and it shows. Their home is beautiful. Lake views are outstanding. We highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh G.

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

Lake Livingston Lighthouse

We really enjoyed our Labor Day Weekend at this beautiful home on the lake. It was so nice to be able to keep our boat on the lift! Communication with Trisha was awesome, any questions we had she was very quick to reply. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha S., Houston, TX

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

Love the lighthouse

We had two families staying together (10 people total) and there was room for everyone. The kids especially enjoyed the rope swing from the boathouse. There were plenty of life vests for all sizes that came in handy when our 2 and 5 year old decided jumping off the dock and swimming back to the ladder was their favorite thing to do. Having the boat lifts was amazing so that we could have our boat safely out of the water when we weren’t using it. I would highly recommend staying here. The 6 kids ranged from 2 to 15 between the two families and every single one of them had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Livingston Lighthouse

Our family had a great time on vacation here. There was plenty of room for everyone. The owners have a lot of nice touches for their guests. The views of the lake from the two balconies are incredible. The house is in a gated community on a cove which is very nice. The small boat ramp in the community is great to launch jet skis. The owners are easy to work with and are easily available for any questions you may have. The neighborhood is great for families, all of the neighbors are friendly and helpful too. It’s a very peaceful and relaxing area. The kids had a great time swimming, fishing, and tubing. Would definitely recommend this home for a great vacation. Thank you to the owners for sharing their beautiful home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marsha S., Houston, TX

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

Love the Lighthouse

For the past 4 summers we have started our end of school / beginning of summer at the lighthouse. Once again it was an amazing retreat form the city. Being able to use the boat lift for our boat is so helpful. I can’t imagine having to put it in and out of the water everyday. We put it in when we get there and don’t have to pull it out of the water until our last day. The kids enjoyed fishing, kayaking, jumping off the dock and playing catch in the grass. We had 2 families of 4 and there was plenty of room for all of us. My kids always look forward to staying at the lighthouse and the second we left they were already asking when we could go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 26 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody H.

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

Family Christmas

Our family rented this property for Christmas. It was a great house. We had a great time and highly recommend this house to everyone
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shirley R.

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

Lighthouse

Great place and great host. Process was wonderful. Only downfall was parking. I will be going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janie W.

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

Great family weekend!

Everything as advertised!!. We would stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Great View

This place was amazing we will definitely stay here again in the future. Owners were very attentive to any questions. This is the perfect place to relax
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marsha S., Houston, TX

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

Repeat Customer

We love staying at the lighthouse each summer. We had two families with 10 people total (4 adults, 6 kids ranging from 4 to 17). It is the perfect house to two families. The kids couldn’t get enough of the rope swing and jumping off the dock to swim. We also enjoyed kayaking and grilling. Everything we needed was there. We brought our own boat and jet ski and the lifts were perfect to keep them out of the water when we weren’t using them. It was a wonderful break from our normal lives and we can’t wait to enjoy a trip again next summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

An amazing getaway

We loved staying at The Lighthouse. They did an amazing job giving it a personal touch. We loved the lake and the kayaks were so fun to use. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz M., Richardson, Texas

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

The Lighthouse is great for family gatherings

My family of 9 adult siblings had a wonderful reunion at the Lighthouse! Trisha and Trevor were the best hosts. They are so kind & quick to respond to messages. Their lake house has a beautiful serene view of Lake Livingston and they provide all of the essentials to relax & have a great time. Their home is spacious & clean with comfortable beds, kitchen/dinner ware, a grill, games , nice linens, towels and a large washer & dryer. The comfortable large sectional couch , the large kitchen table & patio table provide ample seating for a large group. There are 4 flat screens & great WiFi. The 3.5 baths are beautiful! We had fun lounging on the boathouse. The small gated neighborhood is friendly & safe. We truly appreciate you sharing your beautiful home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

paris m., Dickinson TX

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

Lighthouse

Very nice and clean. Awesome communication with property manager. Caught 2 5ft alligator gars off the dock and bunch of white bass. Loved it and would definitely recommend it to friends and family. Thanks from the Mitchell Family
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marsha S., Houston, TX

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

Love the Lighthouse

This was our second time booking the lighthouse (we also stayed in June 2020) and it did not disappoint. Communication was great with the owners and there were plenty of things for everyone in our group to do (3 adults and 4 kids ranging from 3 to 18 years old). The favorites were kayaks, the rope swing and the old school Nintendo. The location can’t be beat either. We enjoyed watching the sunset over the water multiple evenings. We even got a game of Cornhole in. It was the perfect end of school celebration for us to unwind and enjoy the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erika H.

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

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

This house is BEAUTIFUL and Trevor and Trisha are amazing. They stayed in contact with us the entire stay, making sure we didnt need anything (it was great to know they were available incase we did need help) We were there for a 30th birthday celebration and Easter. Everyone enjoyed this beautiful property. The house is clean and the liens are GREAT! They had everything we needed in the kitchen as well. The neighbors are awesome too. One of the neighbors had their grandkids, they got out a slip and slide and had a GREAT time. The only thing I wish we had, was a boat, I think we would have been able to enjoy the lake a little more, if we had one. Now we know, for the next time we stay. Thank you again Trevor and Trisha!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Cold

We had a great time. It was crazy weather. The owners were very nice and helped with anything and every thing that was needed. We would stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Christy I.

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

Family get away.

We loved the Lighthouse! We loved the lake view! We stayed for 9 days and we loved every minute of our stay. The house was clean and comfortable. The dock was so nice, we fished and used the kayaks. The bathrooms are beautiful along with the rest of the house. Can’t wait to come back and visit again. The owners answered every question quickly and we had a problem with a lock on the door and someone was over within 30 min. And fixed it for us. Highly recommend taking advantage of this house and the lake.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Labor Day 2020

We enjoyed our stay very much. The property was everything it was advertised to be and more. It easily accommodated 9 of us and never once felt crowded. Did some water sports and even caught fish right off the dock. We couldn't have been more pleased with our experience and the entire family wants to make it an annual trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

renee m.

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

Awesome group vacation and getaway

We rented this house for two weeks with extended family and friends. It was very comfortable. The spaces are modern and all the accoutrements are there. There’s one bedroom on the first floor for the older set, and three bedrooms on the second floor. Bathrooms are beautiful. We used the boatlift on the dock for our boat, and the water is deep off of the dock for jumping in or using the rope swing. The back porch is very comfortable and wraps around, with lots of space and seating. It also includes a big propane grill where we cooked our dinner most nights. The kitchen is well stocked with almost everything you need. If you’re big into baking, you might need to bring some extra pans. The neighborhood is nice and quiet, and the neighbors are friendly. We will definitely return to this beautiful spot.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Amazing Get Away

We absolutely LOVED our time at this beautiful unique place. We are ready to go back already ❤
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Great Family Vacation on the Lake!

We have 5 adults and 5 children and we had plenty of room. The house is located in a quite cove so even if the lake is a little rough we seemed to have a quiet part of the lake. We caught fish off the pier, jumped off the rope swing and used the 2 paddle boats. Also a nice boat lift if you have a boat. Everything was clean and kept up really well. Thank you for a great stay we hope to stay at this cute light house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kari S.

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

We had the best thing me at this home. The house was great and the dock was fun.

We took our son and 6 of his friends 17-18 year olds. They had so much fun in the lake, the rope swing and kayaks. Great dock for a boat and jet skis. The house was perfect and just the right size. Would love to come back! The owners were very responsive and kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Trevor Thornton

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Local Houstonian's who grew up spending summers on the Lake. We're excited to have the opportunity to own this house and share it with others who are passionate about the lake.

Why they chose this property

When we decided to purchase a vacation home, this home was not on our radar. We saw pictures online, but just thought that a "Lighthouse" was not for us. It wasn't until we saw it in person that we fell in love with this unique home. The previous owners puts so much into restoring this home and took advantage of the unique shape and it's incredible charm. This house quickly moved from a "No Way" to top of our list. We brought the rest of the family up the following weekend and they confirmed what we already knew...this was the place for us.

Since purchasing this home, we have really only made changes to make this house fit our larger, extended family (6 adults and 4 kids) while at the same time making it an optimal option for renters. We've added larger beds, a huge sectional sofa, an extendable dining table and a full size washer and dryer that we hope will make stays for our family and yours, much more comfortable and to make this an option year round.

What makes this property unique

Besides the obvious unique shape and style of this home, here are few additional details.
This house resides in a quiet gated community which is only a 2 minutes drive from the marina. There are countless restaurants (local and chain) within a 5-10 minute drive as well as Wal-Mart and HEB. It's only an hour or so drive from Houston, which makes it the ideal destination for a quick weekend getaway or an extended summer vacation on the lake.

Languages:

English