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★Bluegill Cottage★ by the lake - Kayak, pedal boat, fishing, private dock

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A stone deck with a fire pit, two blue chairs, and a railing overlooking a forested area.
A wooden deck with a view of a river surrounded by trees, a green chair, and a red kayak.
A wooden deck with a boat docked, surrounded by a forested area with a pond.
A room with a wooden floor, a wooden bench, a wooden shelf with decorative items, and a door with a window.
A wooden sign with text and a white silhouette of a deer.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
2 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Goodrich, TX
  • Place, Polk County Memorial Museum
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Livingston State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Pedigo Park
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

★Bluegill Cottage★ by the lake - Kayak, pedal boat, fishing, private dock

Welcome to Bluegill Cottage! This place was built in 1970 on a 0.35-acre lot, surrounded by water and nature. The cottage was recently renovated to provide a cozy environment, perfect for family mini vacations. The cottage is sitting by Sleepy Hollow Lake, offering a peaceful experience but plenty of adventure, from fishing to kayaking/boating.

Bluegill Cottage offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, equipped with a king, a queen and 2 twin beds. Although small, there is plenty of wiggle room in this lakeside cottage. The place offers a big screened porch with gathering area, a big backyard with BBQ kettle grill, campfire area, and private docks by the water. Pedal boats and kayaks are available on site (no extra fees). The place also offers a full kitchen with essential supplies, bakeware, utensils and equipment. A coffee station with Keurig coffee maker.

Recently updated with office desk, chair and high speed internet for remote work. With satellite internet, the browsing and streaming is fast, however, it may not be suitable for virtual meetings.

This cottage is pet friendly. Pet fee applies per stay.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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
Guests to sign Liability Waiver
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pet fee is required
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please treat the cottage as if it's your own house. If any problems arise, we will do our best to take action ASAP. Quiet hours from10:00pm to 7:00am.
Pet fee applies per stay. Select "I am travelling with pet" under "Travelers" when booking
Any damages to the property caused by the pet shall be reimbursed by the guest, including but not limited to bedding, couch, sofa, towels, rugs, etc.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2440198vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Goodrich

Located in Goodrich, this cottage is 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 Big Thicket National Preserve. With kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Goodrich, TX

What's nearby

  • Polk County Memorial Museum - 11 min drive - 19.6 km
  • St. Luke's Memorial Hospital - 12 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Lake Livingston State Park - 13 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Pedigo Park - 15 min drive - 17.3 km
  • TDCJ Polunsky Unit - 20 min drive - 27.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Down Under - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lone Star Charlie’s - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Andys Liquor - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Charles Family Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ★Bluegill Cottage★ by the lake - Kayak, pedal boat, fishing, private dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at ★Bluegill Cottage★ by the lake - Kayak, pedal boat, fishing, private dock?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ★Bluegill Cottage★ by the lake - Kayak, pedal boat, fishing, private dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ★Bluegill Cottage★ by the lake - Kayak, pedal boat, fishing, private dock?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ★Bluegill Cottage★ by the lake - Kayak, pedal boat, fishing, private dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from McCardell Lake and within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Livingston and Lake Livingston State Park. Pedigo Park and Polk County Memorial Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an incredible time staying at this little lake house! It was beautifully decorated, was thoughtfully stocked with items we'd need during the stay, and there was so much to do here (thanks to the host) between the paddle boats, kayaks, a fire pit, fishing poles, and dart board. This little lake was perfect, with many nooks and crannies to explore on the boats, as well as lots of fish, turtles, birds, etc. The host was also very quick to answer any questions we had during our stay. We definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a fun and relaxing outdoorsy getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family absolutely loves this place. So cozy and comfortable, just right for our family of 5. The kids love the pedal boats and kayaks and fishing right off the dock. Such a beautiful peaceful place. One of our favorite vrbos ever!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great I think the only issue was the living room chairs were built for very small people and the couch was very uncomfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

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

Weekend getaway

Great place for weekend lake getaway, quiet, peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best mini vacations, ever!! My family and I felt right at home. The host was awesome. The house had everything we needed, including supplies, that made the trip even more enjoyable. This place is a keeper. My family and I plan to return during the summer!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice lake cottage with a private deck. Rooms were clean and beds were comfortable. Kitchen was a good size and the a/c kept it nice and cool.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was perfect!! We rented it for 2 nights to celebrate our 21st anniversary. Close proximity to Lake Livingston State Park and Livingston. We also visited the Johnsons Rock Shop in Indian Springs East of Livingston. The neighborhood is very peaceful and quite. You can hear the birds chirping in the morning, see squirrels playing and enjoy the beautiful lake view. We did not fish or build a fire as it was a drizzly weekend but we very much enjoyed the stay. The cottage has all the essentials and then some. I also got two bullseye on the dart board!! Very nice place to stay. Wr highly recommend!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jo w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a blast. The house was nice and had everything we needed. The property was amazing. I will be back as soon as possible!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg and Sandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was thought of in this wonderful cottage/cabin. Impecable cleanliness and top of the line amenities. Kayaks and Paddle boats were used each day and although not a single fish was caught, a great time was had by all. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noe V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The fishing was great. The home was wonderful and it felt very welcoming. Definitely will be back. 10 out of 10 experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett S.

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

Outstanding!

We had a great time amd woild definitely stay again. The hosts were very responsive!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley C.

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

Bluegill stay

We loved our short time at the Bluegill cottage! The property was clean, nice, and offered plenty of things to due. The owners were very quick with responses and willing to help in any way!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany B.

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

Home away from home

Nice lake house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun D.

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

We absolutely loved it!

This place is five stars! We shall be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home and everything was so wonderful. Well stocked, within delibe3ry for Walmart so we just got there and had groceries delivered. Only issue was i forgot to get pancake syrup. Definitely not the properties fault! Kods loved the kayaks and peddle boats. It was so cold we had to bump up the heat. I bet it is a very lovely home in the summer as well. We streamed tv, played many games at the location, and i loved cooking in the kitchen. Very relaxing place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fantastic! This VRBO had more pots and pans, kitchen, utensils, and a full spice rack, which I have never seen before in a rental.The deck and lake are picturesque. It wasn’t quite cool enough for a fire, but the fire pit is perfectly situated beneath the stars.All in all five stars aren’t enough to give this property! I can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Perfect getaway

We love the peace and quiet and the ability to fish off the dock. Can’t wait to go back and visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

A Little Slice of Heaven

My son, his wife, and I stayed at Blue Gill Cottage for 2 nights. The house was well stocked with nifty kitchen items, comfortable beds, and things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis V.

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

Had a Blast

Had a Blast thos Weekend. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Awesome getaway!

Absolutely enjoyed the weekend, even with a little rain. Will be booking this place several times a year! The house is extremely well kept and comfortable. Had a great time playing darts on the back porch. The fire pit area was amazing in the evening. Enjoyed taking the kayaks out with my son to go fishing. Highly recommend to anyone thinking about staying!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ledena O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
what a wonderful relaxing week in Texas. Lake house is so adorable. Very Clean, Very User friendly. Love the way the drawers and the cabinet doors are labeled. That saves a Lot of time not having to look for things.Can't wait to come back next year!I would strongly recommend this cottageThank you !
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie N.

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

Relaxing getaway

This peaceful lake side property was clean, thoughtfully stocked and a wonderful place to relax for the weekend. We enjoyed coffee on the dock listening to birds each morning, and kayaking in the afternoon. And spent our evenings around the large fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

WJM M.

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

Just what we needed

It was a perfect spot for a short weekend stay. Accommodations were as advertised. The neighborhood was quiet and hoping to go back and enjoy the outdoor area when we have more time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amie G.

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

A Peaceful Retreat

I was looking for something quiet and peaceful to celebrate my husbands birthday. It was a great location, very peaceful, and right on the lake that allowed my husband time to do his favorite hobby - fishing. Will definitely be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Tuan Nguyen

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Hello,

I'm Tuan. I'm a friendly veteran who loves to travel and enjoy wonderful vacations/adventures. Along with my wife, Phuong, we have been slowly fulfilling our dream of traveling the world.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this cute cottage in early 2021 while searching for a perfect vacation home by the water. After months of searching, we landed our eyes on this cozy place and fell in love at first sight. The view, the scenery, the calmness of the water, and the surrounded nature has convinced us that this is the place. Previous owner has taken a good care of this place, through which, we saw love, care and memories being made. We also spent more than a year to renovate this place, pouring our heart into it, to make the place a perfect getaway spot for whoever needs it.

What makes this property unique

We love sitting by the water with a cup of coffee every morning
We love fishing from our private dock or kayak/boat around the lake
We love kayaking/pedal boating around the peaceful and quiet lake
We love having endless campfire with our friends
We love hanging out at the porch for BBQ gathering
We love sitting in the cozy living room, playing board games and making memories

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