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'The Whacky Shack' Family Cabin w/ Fire Pit!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
TV

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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Trinity, TX
  • Place, Sam Houston State University
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Huntsville Memorial Hospital
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Livingston State Park
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

'The Whacky Shack' Family Cabin w/ Fire Pit!

Designed for families or friends looking to relax and unplug along the water, 'The Whacky Shack,' a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental cabin offers serenity and entertainment on your Trinity getaway. Sway in the shady hammocks, spend the day boating out on Lake Livingston, and end the day gathered around the fire pit for storytelling and stargazing. Explore the trails of Sam Houston National Forest, enjoy a dip in the lake to travel to Goat Island, or plan a hunting trip to Wormy's Ranch.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Built in the 1970’s | Patio | Waterfront Boat Dock

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: King Bed, Twin/Full Bunk Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Patio w/ charcoal grill, dining table & seating, backyard w/ fire pit, seating, horseshoes, 2 hammocks & kids’ swing, life vests
INDOOR LIVING: 4 Smart TVs, 2 living areas, 2 dining tables, board games, 1,700 sq ft
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, fridge, oven w/ 4-burner stovetop, microwave, island w/ seating, Keurig & drip coffee makers, toaster, cooking basics, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Central heating & A/C, ceiling fans, washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, laundry detergent, hair dryer, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: Steps required, no WiFi
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), RV/trailer parking allowed on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

LAKE LIVINGSTON: Boat dock (on-site), Goat Island (3.7 miles), Harbor Point Boat Launch & Park (4.9 miles), Marina Village (5.8 miles), White Rock City Marina (7.8 miles), Kickapoo Marina (17.8 miles), Penwaugh Resort & Marina (24.9 miles), Lake Livingston State Park (33.5 miles)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Wormy's Ranch (12.1 miles), Triple J Lanes (23.2 miles), Teysha Vineyard (23.8 miles), Texas Prison Museum (26.6 miles), Polk County Memorial Museum (29.5 miles), Tempe Creek Vineyard (30.6 miles), Joe Pedigo Park (32.5 miles), Naskila Gaming (46.3 miles)
ESCAPE TO NATURE: Onalaska City Park (14.5 miles), Sam Houston National Forest (23.1 miles), Huntsville State Park (33.7 miles), Davy Crockett National Forest (37.1 miles), Lone Star Hiking Trail #9 (47.1 miles)
AIRPORT: George Bush Intercontinental Airport (85.1 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required at check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs for access
- NOTE: This property serves as a remote escape; therefore, it does not include internet access
- NOTE: Please ensure that you provide at least 7 days notice for your booking
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Lake Livingston. Features include laundry facilities. The vacation home offers a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Lake Livingston and 7 minutes from Trinity River
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

479614

'The Whacky Shack' Family Cabin w/ Fire Pit! Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 3 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Renee S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
home wasnt in shape to host families
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful dock and backyard. Nice firepit and grill. Very private
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

We had a great time! Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023