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5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking

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Welcome to Walnut Cottage!
Enjoy s'mores around the firepit in the evening, and bring your morning coffee out to listen to the birds. Grab a game of giant Connect 4 on the astroturf.
Dining table has plenty of seating for your meals and board games.
Feel free to borrow a book from our little library, or bring a book to swap.
Eat-in kitchen.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Fenced yard

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bunk Room

1 Twin Bunk Bed

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

First floor bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

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. 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 $100 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.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4618806
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

About the neighborhood

Somerville

Located in Somerville, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Burton Railroad Depot & Museum and Burton Cotton Gin and 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 Horseshoe Junction Amusement Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
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Somerville, TX

What's nearby

  • Somerville Lake - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek - 14 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Lake Somerville Marina - 19 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Texas A&M University - College Station - 28 min drive - 49.6 km
  • Brazos County Expo Complex - 30 min drive - 55.2 km

Getting around

  • College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crawfish Getaway - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ricky's Catering / Mantey Country - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Las Fuentes Mexican Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking?

As of May 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking on Aug 29, 2026 start from $235, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5 mins to Lake | Sleeps 7 | Boat Parking located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Somerville Lake and 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek. Lake Somerville Marina and Rocky Creek Park are also within 20 mi (32 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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stocked very well and very clean. Nice location and very nice hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sydney B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home close to the lake, very clean! Host is absolutely wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

richard h.

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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

About the host

Hosted by Adre Kilgore

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We are Adre ("Audrey") and Kevin. We love getting away with our two children to slow down, make memories, and appreciate life.

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