Rustic Star Ranch at Lake Whitney | Cove Access, Private Pool, Pet-Friendly
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Get out of the city and come on down to Lake Whitney! Great location to get away from the hustle and bustle of the D/FW metroplex and unwind with family and friends. With its 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, this property easily accommodates up to 15 guests. There are multiple marinas and boat ramps nearby if you want to bring your boat and cruise the lake for the day. We look forward to you coming in and enjoying our lake property.
Be sure to ask about our other properties around the area, if you have more guests wanting to come than what the occupancy of the property will hold, and depending on availability. Property is situated adjacent to the The Blue Star Bungalow (which can be rented separately) with both properties accommodating up to 21 guests.
3 BR / 2 BA / Sleeps 15
Great for Couples! Great for Friends & Family Reunions!
Property requires a pet fee if bringing your pet
FIREWORKS ARE PROHIBITED ON PROPERTY AND AT COVE AREA!
Recommended Items to bring to property- Floats, Beach Towels, Bluetooth Speaker, Battery Operated Lantern/Light, Water Shoes, Favorite Music CD's, Fire Starter/Wood for Fire Pit, & Folding Chairs for Cove Area
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SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
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Master Bedroom - 2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 2 - 2 Queen Size Bed
Bedroom 3 - 1 Twin, 1 Queen Bed
Living Room Loft - 2 Twin, 1 Full Bed
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AMENITIES
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- Coffee Maker (Standard)
- Can Opener
- Kitchen stocked with basic cooking essentials
- Outdoor Gas Grill
- Dinnerware for 15
- Linens & Towels
- Stand-in Shower (Upstairs)
- Shower/Tub Combo with Jetted Garden Tub (Downstairs)
- Microwave
- Wall Mounted Oven & Electric Range Top
- Full Size Washer/Dryer
- 65" Roku TV (Living Room)
- 50" LG Smart TV (Game Room)
- 3 Dining Tables
- Free WIFI
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PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
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- Right by the lake with trail path leading to a cove area (Path and cove area are off property boundary line and maintained by the Army Corp of Engineers)
- Private and secluded
- Above Ground Pool with Outside Deck (4ft Deep) Pool Season: May 1st-October 1st. Pool Closed for the Season: October 1st-May 1st
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Game Room with Pool Table, TV, Board Games, and Lounge Area
- Boat Ramp/Launch at Cedar Creek Park, Lake Whitney Marina (Juniper Cove), and White Bluff Resort Marina
- Small Fire pit in common area
- Outside Sitting area with Tables and Chairs
- Spacious and Shaded Front Yard Area
- Boat Rentals at Harbor Resort & Rentals & White Bluff Marina
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SAFETY FEATURES
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- Digital Deadbolt Lock
- Smoke Detector
- Fire Extinguisher
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PROPERTY DISTANCE TO...
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- Lake Whitney Marina Boat Ramp (Juniper Park) (1.5 miles)
- McCown Valley Park Boat Ramp and swimming area (2.8 miles)
- White Bluff Marina Boat Ramp (11.6 miles)
- Harbor Resort & Boat Rentals (15 miles)
- Lake Whitney State Park swimming and fishing area (7.7 miles)
- Brookshires (4.3 miles)
- Whitney City Center Shopping and Dining (5.1 miles)
- Dollar General (1.8 miles)
- Dallas, TX (79.4 miles)
- Fort Worth, TX (62.5 miles)
- Waco, TX and the Magnolia Market at the Silo (45.7 miles)
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PROPERTY DISTANCE FROM...
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- D/FW INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 78.6 MILES
- LOVE FIELD AIRPORT 86.7 MILES
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POLICIES/RULES...
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* Non smoking residence
* No events or parties- If determined that a party/event is taking place at property, management has right to evict tenants and guests with no refund given.
* If determined that a party took place on any of the nights reserved, reservation guest will be charged $500, no exceptions!
* No uninvited guests without permission
* This property sleeps 15 people!!! If we determine you have more than 15 people, we will charge a fee of $100 per person, per night.
* Must be 25 years old to reserve home
* City and state taxes, in addition to cleaning fee and Standard Property Damage Protection Policy will be added to all reservation fees
* Please park in front of property at all times
* Reservations made for teenagers or young single groups will not be honored without any accompanying adult staying in the unit at ALL times. We require at least one member of the party to be 25 (twenty-five) years of age.
* Be respectful of the house and contents - it is someone's home. Respect the neighbors and neighborhood.
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DISCLAIMER
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Cove area at property is on the other side of property boundary line which guests can fully access and use at their own risk.
Property Owner or Property Management Company, or their employees, agents or other associated personnel are not responsible if guests are injured as a result of ANY problems (medical, accidental or otherwise) which occur while staying at the property and leaving the property boundary line.
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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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Whitney
Located in Whitney, this holiday home is on a lake. Lake Whitney Marina At Juniper Cove and White Bluff Golf Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Whitney State Park and Lake Whitney.
Lake Whitney Marina At Juniper Cove - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Lake Whitney State Park - 15 min drive - 15.6 km
Cameron Park Zoo - 58 min drive - 90.5 km
Lake Waco - 58 min drive - 69.1 km
Getting around
Waco, TX (ACT-Waco Regional) - 62 min drive
Restaurants
Texas Great Country Cafe and Pie Pantry - 11 min drive
Chicken Express - 8 min drive
SONIC Drive In - 8 min drive
Tres Hermanos - 11 min drive
the cove cafe - 16 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Rustic Star Ranch at Lake Whitney | Cove Access, Private Pool, Pet-Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Rustic Star Ranch at Lake Whitney | Cove Access, Private Pool, Pet-Friendly?
As of 2 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rustic Star Ranch at Lake Whitney | Cove Access, Private Pool, Pet-Friendly on 31 May, 2026 start from S$325, 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 at Rustic Star Ranch at Lake Whitney | Cove Access, Private Pool, Pet-Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rustic Star Ranch at Lake Whitney | Cove Access, Private Pool, Pet-Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rustic Star Ranch at Lake Whitney | Cove Access, Private Pool, Pet-Friendly?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Rustic Star Ranch at Lake Whitney | Cove Access, Private Pool, Pet-Friendly located?
Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Lake Whitney and within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Whitney Marina At Juniper Cove and McCown Valley Park. Cedron Creek Park and White Bluff Golf Resort are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was perfect for our huge family! We went for a wedding so we will be renting this again for summer! So wonderful! Highly recommended to anyone!
This is our 3rd summer staying at the Rustic Star and we will definitely be back! The whole process from check in to check out was seamless and any issues that came up were handled very quickly!
It was an easy process and probably one of the best VRBO rental experiences we've had in a long time. The house was great, the lake was beautiful and we had a great time! Already planning on a summer trip!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar, 2023
Thanks for the review! Glad you had a wonderful experience. Come back anytime.
Jeff
3 generations gathered for some family time. The kids loved the pool and game room. The kitchen and dining areas accommodate a crowd well. Grateful for the opportunity to bring everyone together!
Best time ever! We had 8 months to 83 and everyone had a great time. Lovely pool and excellent amenities. Perfect for our family and the needs of all ages. Plenty of room for all…
Thank so much for sharing your home with us and we can’t wait to come back next year!!!
Terri H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2023
Thanks for the review! Look forward to your next visit.
Nice sized house with plenty of room for large families. Kids enjoyed the pool and game room Lots of board games for rainy days. The walk to the lake is short. Bring good walking shoes as trail is rocky but that did not detour us from enjoying the lake fishing. Would stay here again
Karen M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr, 2023
Thanks for the review! Come back down anytime.
Jeff
We had a great time at the Rustic Star on our annual family fishing trip that we’ve been doing for over 30 years. There were 10 of us, just men and boys. There were plenty of room and beds, the pool table was a hit. We are looking forward to next year.
The house was big and had a ton of beds. Very well stocked with kitchen ware. The walk to the lake was really rough with rock and tall grass and stickers! Other then that great place and tons on fun
Roomy property for a big group. It was a very cold weekend and the fireplace was great to have, kept us warm. Property manager replied very quickly to anquwations or needs we had.
Very nice setup. Does not have a downstairs bedroom but we included the bungalow which worked out great. Elderly should know there are step ups and downs between most of the rooms.
The kids loved the pool table and pool. There was plenty of room for quiet time but also to congregate.
Jerry K.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jun, 2024
Thanks for the review! Glad you enjoyed the stay. Come back anytime.
Jeff
This is a large house,and is spread out well. All the bedrooms are upstairs, so sleeping wasn't an issue when people were having fun and being loud. We have a family of 11, so plenty of room. The lake is walkable along a rough path. We really enjoyed the pool. The only big issue we had is we didn't know beforehand that all the bedrooms were upstairs, and our group includes an 82 yr old and a 75 yr old, who can't do stairs easily
Gayle H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2023
Thanks for the review! Come back again.
Jeff
Verified
6/10 Okay
Abbey L.
24 Sept, 2024
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location
Came for golf tournament
The house was very big and had lots of beds/rooms/places to spread out. Overall was good stay. WiFi did not work consistently, and property manager kept texting me to try and fix it. Also gave out the door code to our house to strangers in the bungalow next door and told them to ‘go in house/no one was in there’ when we had already checked in and were just away from the property. Was not ok with that.
Abbey L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct, 2024
Thanks for the review! We had a Coax Internet Module go out on the side of the house. It was repaired after you checked out. Modem had to be reset constantly so internet would come back on. We never gave out your door code to the guests in the bungalow behind you. We asked them to go over and knock to see if you were there to reset.
Jeff
I recently stayed at this vacation rental home and had a wonderful experience. The kitchen was impressively well stocked with all the necessary utensils, cookware, and appliances. It made cooking and preparing meals a breeze. The home itself was spotlessly clean, and I appreciated the attention to detail in maintaining its cleanliness. The communication with the owner was excellent throughout the entire process. They were responsive, accommodating, and provided all the necessary information for a smooth stay. Overall, I highly recommend this vacation rental home for its well-stocked kitchen, cleanliness, great communication with the owner, and the ability to comfortably accommodate several guests.
Kyla H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2023
Thanks for the review! Glad you loved your stay. Come back anytime
Jeff
About the host
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