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5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books
Smart TV, books

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Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Somerville, TX
  • Place, Somerville Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Texas A&M University - College Station
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home 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. At Walnut Cottage, nature, relaxation, and hospitality combine for great memories!

THE SPACE:
Walnut Cottage is a 3-bedroom / 2-bathroom home

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.

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.

The cottage is equipped with reliable Wi-Fi. The living room features a Roku TV, on which you are welcome to log in to your favorite streaming services.

No parties, pets, or smoking on the property.

Check-in time is any time after 3:00 PM CST.
Check-out time is 11:00 AM CST.

To request an early check-in or late check-out, please message me within 24 hours of your check-in date, and we will determine availability.

GUEST ACCESS:
Guests will receive a unique code for the front door.

The property is fenced and has space for one vehicle within the gate. Additional vehicles may park along the road. Your boat trailer can be backed in and dropped within the gate, or there is room outside the gate for a boat and truck. Please do not block the neighboring property.

PLEASE NOTE:
Rental Agreement and Security Hold are required to stay on this property.

After booking, you will receive a personalized Rental Agreement via our web-based system, OwnerRez, and a $300 Security Hold will be processed 2 days prior to check-in. Security Hold to be processed by Host on Guest's credit card, separate from platform booking charges. Security Hold will be released 2 days after check-out, barring any property damage or excessive cleaning needs.

These steps are required to receive your arrival instructions.
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be close to Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek. Features include laundry facilities. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and fenced yard
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 24.8 mi (39.9 km) from Texas A&M University - College Station and 27.9 mi (44.9 km) from Kyle Field
This cottage offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Somerville cottage is smoke free.


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
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Signed Renter Agreement and $300 Security Hold Deposit required to stay on property. 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

  • No pets 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
Onsite 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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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