Skip to main content
Entire home

LAKEFRONT HOME WITH AN AMAZING LAKESIDE DECK ONLY 1 HOUR FROM COLLEGE STATION.

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

Photo gallery for LAKEFRONT HOME WITH AN AMAZING LAKESIDE DECK ONLY 1 HOUR FROM COLLEGE STATION.

Rustic but large lakefront deck
View of property from other side of Lake Kickapoo.
Community Entrance
View from deck of both Kickapoo & Swan Lakes.
View of Kickapoo Lake from large deck

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

View in a map
Hilltop Lakes, TX
  • Place, Franklin Ranch Community Park
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Place, Messina Hof Winery
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Place, Veterans Park and Athletic Complex
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

LAKEFRONT HOME WITH AN AMAZING LAKESIDE DECK ONLY 1 HOUR FROM COLLEGE STATION.

Are you looking for a lakeside get-away? Come to HILLTOP HAVEN & enjoy a GORGEOUS LAKEFRONT VIEW! This lake house has a view of two of the five lakes in Hilltop Lakes, Texas and includes four newly decorated bedrooms (1 King, 2 Queens, 1 set of Twin bunk beds, 1 Twin daybed & 1 Twin trundle bed), two full luxurious bathrooms, a comfortable living, dining & fully furnished galley kitchen to make your stay as enjoyable as possible.

Relax with coffee or wine on the HUGE deck in this lower-level duplex on Kickapoo Lake with access to multiple neighborhood amenities, which include golf, mini-golf, fishing, a Texas shaped community swimming pool, local restaurant, club & use of all five area lakes.

We are Nathan & Robin; owners of Hilltop Haven and we live on the property. After 30+ years of city living, we decided to move away from the hustle and bustle to the beautiful lakeside community of Hilltop Lakes. We have a large family and wanted a gathering place for everyone as well as a place to call home into our retirement. In that process, we found this 1963 split-level home (STAIRS required to enter the home) that had a fantastic view, great bones and just needed a little TLC. So, in January 2023 we began updating this 60's beauty with the plan to share the gorgeous location with others through VRBO. Our hope is to provide a "Haven" from every-day life. We work remotely full-time so proceeds earned through VRBO will be re-invested to continue updating and improving this beautiful lakeside home. We hope your family and friends will choose to pay us a visit to enjoy all that Hilltop Lakes has to offer.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

This side of the house looks out at the lake.
Group Escape to Nature with view of Lake
Franklin
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
Group Escape to Nature with view of Lake

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

default

Events

No events allowed

default

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3318674vb
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Normangee

Located in Normangee, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Madison County Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Boggy State Park and Franklin Ranch Community Park. Waterskiing, water tubing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
View more Holiday homes in NormangeeOpens in a new window
Map
Hilltop Lakes, TX

What's nearby

  • Jewett Flea Market - 37 min drive - 48.4 km
  • Franklin Ranch Community Park - 50 min drive - 62.6 km
  • Messina Hof Winery - 53 min drive - 80.2 km
  • Veterans Park and Athletic Complex - 59 min drive - 93.2 km
  • Travis Park - 60 min drive - 91.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪normangee tx cofe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Front Porch - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Overlook Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Spot Normangee - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Gloria's Tamales - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does LAKEFRONT HOME WITH AN AMAZING LAKESIDE DECK ONLY 1 HOUR FROM COLLEGE STATION. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is LAKEFRONT HOME WITH AN AMAZING LAKESIDE DECK ONLY 1 HOUR FROM COLLEGE STATION. pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at LAKEFRONT HOME WITH AN AMAZING LAKESIDE DECK ONLY 1 HOUR FROM COLLEGE STATION.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at LAKEFRONT HOME WITH AN AMAZING LAKESIDE DECK ONLY 1 HOUR FROM COLLEGE STATION.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LAKEFRONT HOME WITH AN AMAZING LAKESIDE DECK ONLY 1 HOUR FROM COLLEGE STATION.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is LAKEFRONT HOME WITH AN AMAZING LAKESIDE DECK ONLY 1 HOUR FROM COLLEGE STATION. located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 32 miles (52 km) of Jewett Flea Market, Eagle Scout Park and Fort Boggy State Park. Truman Kimbro Convention Center and Madison County Museum are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

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

Awesome location

Spacious house with a great view right on the water. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine T.

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

Family time

It is a nice property. Owners are nice and always available. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2023
Thank you Elaine. Glad your family enjoyed your time at Hilltop. Hope to have you back. Take care.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hardin S.

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

Family Va-Ca!

Couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay on our family vacation! The house is beautiful and cozy and the split floor plan is perfect for two families. And the lake view is just amazing! Nathan and Robin know exactly how to make guests feel welcomed! Looking forward to the next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2024
Thank you for such a great review. We enjoyed hosting your family and friends. I hope you come back and when you move to HTL, we look forward to having you as new neighbors.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy B.

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

A dream come true!

My mother, children and I have been dreaming of an extended vacation here at HTL for years! It was everything and more! Thank you for sharing this picture perfect place with us!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2023
It was a total delight to have you! I hope you will come back to HTL. Take care.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Billie H.

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

Lake Retreat

We had the BEST stay at the Hilltop Lakes retreat and the hosts Nathan and Robin were beyond accommodating and helpful! They made sure our stay was great and that we had everything we needed including golf tee times, laundry and the most gorgeous lake side view ever! We road paddle boards and kayaks around the lake while our grand babies played and laughed all day! Such a beautiful property and location. Can’t wait to go back and drink coffee on that porch!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2023
Thank you for the lovely review. We enjoyed watching you and your grandkids enjoy the property and the lake. So glad you made it home safely. We look forward to hosting you again in the future. Take care.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Fabulous stay, great view of fireworks

We had a great friends weekend at this Hilltop Lakes home. The fireworks show was literally right in front of us, so we had a front row seat without having to drive before or after, not to mention access to AC, restrooms and snacks. Plenty of room for everyone, and there were plenty of supplies for our home cooked meals in the kitchen. We also had cookouts our two nights there, so it all worked out beautifully. Hosts are very responsive and easy to reach. Highly recommend,
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2023
Thank you Linda. We enjoyed having your party here for the 4th of July festivities. I hope you will be back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

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

The best place for a weekend getaway

Home is lovely and in a prime lake spot. It’s private and right off the water. Perfect for hosting a family getaway. Plenty of space for our party of 7, all adults and one toddler. We even got some fishing in and just floated the lake before coming in and having some food on the grill. The home is clean and decorated well. We also drove the ten minutes into town and ate at a place called “the spot” where we chatted with the owner for a bit. Friendly people, everywhere we went. This is definitely on my list of favorite places and will absolutely recommend to all my lake loving friends and the kids are already saying they want to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun 2025
Im so okeased yiu enjoyed yuurxstsy, Thank you so much fOr stayung at Hilltop Haven & for the review.
Verified

8/10 Good

Catherine Z.

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

Amazing Duplex!!

What a sweet spot we stumbled upon! The lake view is incredible and the house was so well stocked. Beds were comfy, and we all had a wonderful time. The only downside is that we had no idea it was a duplex and the owners would be staying above us for the weekend. It turned out to be totally fine, it was just a surprise at first, as I didn't see anything in the listing regarding this possibility.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Dec 2024
Thank you for the review, Catherine. I am sorry you were surprised by the fact that the owners live onsite. However, this is disclosed in the description of the property on VRBO. We really try to ensure our guests have as much privacy as possible with the duplex set-up. I hope you will visit again. Thank you.

About the host

Hosted by Robin Hoffman

Host profile image

We opted to leave the big city life for a slower pace in the country with a beautiful backdrop.

Why they chose this property

We love Hilltop Lakes for the beautiful mix of lakeside living in the country.

What makes this property unique

We have a view of two of the four lakes in our community. Our property has a large grassy area, fishing dock & spectacular lakefront views.
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback