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Historic Mid-Century Lakefront Retreat - The Iconic Tittle House

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A rustic cabin with a large window, wooden deck, and a chimney.
A room with a wooden ceiling, a large abstract painting, a chair, and a wall with a partial view of a person in traditional attire.
A kitchen with a coffee maker, a bowl, a sink, and a window.
A room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a wooden ceiling, and a wall with a painting.
A house with a dock extending into a pond, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet
  • Washer
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non smoking

Explore the area

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Abilene, TX
  • Place, Taylor County Expo Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Abilene Zoo
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Kirby Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Primary Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Historic Mid-Century Lakefront Retreat - The Iconic Tittle House

Jimmy Tittle designed mid-century house on a 1.75 acre lot with 300+ feet of shoreline in a private cove on Lytle Lake. Featured in the 1966 October edition of PLAYBOY magazine. 17 foot tall copper chimney hood occupies center stage of the living room. 19 foot tall modern stained-glass window on the north wall. Built-in seating for up to 16 people in the living room
Elevated platform seating area can be converted to a queen size bed. Master bedroom features a built-in king size bed with a mirrored canopy. Large deck spans the length of the house and extends off of the living room and bedroom. Pier off of the deck extends over the lake. Expansive shaded St Augustine yard features some of the largest oak trees in Taylor County.

Other things to note:
Elevated platform seating area can be converted to a queen bed. Please let host know what you prefer before arrival and we can have it set up either way.
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, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please turn both air conditioning units to 80.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5399249
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Abilene

Lytle Area, a neighborhood in Abilene, is home to this vacation home. Frontier Texas and Amy Graves Ryan Little Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Abilene Zoo and National Center for Children's Illustrated Literature. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Taylor County Expo Center or Rose Park Tennis Center.
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Abilene, TX

What's nearby

  • Prime Time Family Entertainment Center - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Taylor County Expo Center - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Abilene Zoo - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Kirby Lake - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Mall of Abilene - 8 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dixie Pig - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lytle Land & Cattle Co. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Rib crib - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Mid-Century Lakefront Retreat - The Iconic Tittle House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Mid-Century Lakefront Retreat - The Iconic Tittle House?

As of Oct 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Mid-Century Lakefront Retreat - The Iconic Tittle House on Oct 25, 2026 start from $292, 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 Historic Mid-Century Lakefront Retreat - The Iconic Tittle House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Mid-Century Lakefront Retreat - The Iconic Tittle House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Mid-Century Lakefront Retreat - The Iconic Tittle House located?

Located in Lytle Area, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Taylor County Expo Center, Prime Time Family Entertainment Center, and Camp Barkeley Dog Park. Abilene Zoo and Frontier Texas are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I would most definitely stay here again. Such a really cool property. Very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property has so much character and is so interesting. Great for adults. Some of the mature artwork may be a bit much for young eyes, but the accommodations fulfilled our expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026

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