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The Boat House - Lake Livingston - Sleeps 12

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Coldspring

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A spacious kitchen with a large island, a ceiling fan, and a view of a living room with a couch and a fireplace.
A two-story building with a balcony and garage doors.
A deck with two wicker chairs, a small table, and a patterned rug.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and wall decorations including a sign that says "THIS IS OUR HAPPY PLACE".
A forested park with a swing set, benches, and a picnic table.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Coldspring, TX
  • Place, Lake Livingston
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Sam Houston National Forest
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Sam Houston State University
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the area

Coldspring

Cape Royale stay.A stay at this Cape Royale vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Livingston and 3 miles (5 km) of Sam Houston National Forest. Wolf Creek Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and Double Lake Recreation is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Livingston - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sam Houston National Forest - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Lake Livingston State Park - 36 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Sam Houston State University - 54 min drive - 60.4 km
  • Huntsville State Park - 58 min drive - 70.0 km

Getting around

  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Taquito - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Corral - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The HOP in Coldspring - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Mason Jar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪SUBWAY - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Boat House - Lake Livingston - Sleeps 12

WELCOME TO THE BOAT HOUSE AT CAPE ROYALE!

Lake days. Game nights. Hot tub evenings. Family memories.
Welcome to The Boat House at Cape Royale, a modern lake house tucked inside the gated Cape Royale community on beautiful Lake Livingston.

Just a 5-minute walk from the lake, The Boat House is made for families and groups who want to spend the day on the water and come home to a house that's just as fun. Bring the boat or jet skis, head to the lake, fire up the grill, challenge everyone to a game of pool, and end the night relaxing under the stars.

With 4 bedrooms, 9 beds, 2 bathrooms and space for up to 12 guests, there's room for everyone to spread out, relax and make themselves at home.

Come for the lake. Stay for the memories.

THE SPACE
A Lake House Built for Fun
The Boat House isn't just a place to sleep—it's a place to hang out, reconnect and have fun together.

The main level features an open-concept living space with soaring windows, tons of natural light, comfortable seating, a fully equipped kitchen and plenty of room for everyone to gather.

The kitchen is stocked with the essentials (and then some!) so you can actually cook meals instead of eating out every night. You'll find a full-size refrigerator, dishwasher, oven, stove, separate ice maker, Instant Pot, Crock-Pot, electric griddle, George Foreman grill, plenty of cookware and all the dishes and serving pieces you'll need.

There's also shuffleboard right off the kitchen—because apparently dinner needs a little competition.

THE GAME ROOM
When You're Done With the Lake, The Fun Isn't Over
Head downstairs to the game room and let the competition begin.
Pool table
Dart board
Bar area
Private basketball goal
Plenty of room to hang out

And for the kids?
There's a dedicated upstairs bedroom/game space with gaming chairs, Xbox, board gmes and LED lighting, giving them their own place to disappear and entertain themselves while the adults enjoy a little peace and quiet.

OUTDOOR SPACE
Your Own Little Slice of Texas
Step outside and you'll find towering pine trees, a spacious wraparound deck and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors.
Start your morning with coffee on the deck.
Fire up the grill for dinner.
Gather around the smokeless fire pit in the evening.
Or sit back and enjoy the stars.
There's also a wood-burning fire pit, perfect for s'mores, stories and late-night family memories.
And yes…
There's a private hot tub. (Additional fee per night)

It's available year-round, so you can enjoy it after a summer day on the lake or on a cool evening surrounded by the Texas pines.

THE LAKE
LAKE DAYS START HERE
The Boat House is approximately a 5-minute walk from Lake Livingston inside Cape Royale.

Bring your boat or jet skis and take advantage of the community's:
Boat launch
Fishing docks
Marina
Beach/lake access
Volleyball
Hiking trails
Parks & picnic areas

The marina also offers a small store for those things you inevitably forget.
Spend the day on the lake. Come home and keep the fun going.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
Where Everyone Sleeps
Primary Bedroom- 1 King bed ()Mobile crib available
Bedroom 2 - 1 Queen bed
Bedroom 3- 1 Queen bed
Bedroom 4 / Kids' Space -2 twin daybeds, 2 twin trundle beds - Sleeps 4
Loft - Twin daybed, twin trundle bed - Sleeps 2

PERFECT FOR FAMILIES
Bring the Whole Crew
We've designed The Boat House with families in mind.
Little ones have games, the Xbox, gaming chairs, a swing and even a slide.
Teens have their own space to hang out.
Adults have the deck, hot tub, fire pit, bar and game room.
And everyone has the lake.

Whether you're planning a:
Family vacation • Multi-family getaway • Fishing trip • Boating weekend • Girls' trip • Guys' weekend • Birthday getaway • Long weekend
…The Boat House gives everyone something to enjoy.

THE LITTLE THINGS
We've Tried to Think of Everything
You'll find:
Coffee supplies
Fully stocked kitchen
Separate ice maker
Washer & dryer
Roku TVs
Wi-Fi
Shampoo, conditioner & body wash
Premium linens & pillows
Mobile crib
Board games & cards
Xbox
Fire pits
Private hot tub (Additional fee per night)
Free parking
And yes—you can actually cook here. We provide the cookware, utensils, dishes, serving pieces and appliances you'll need to feed a crowd.

GUEST ACCESS
Your Stay at Cape Royale
The Boat House is located inside the gated Cape Royale community.
Before your arrival, you'll complete the required community Security Gate Access Request and Occupant Information Sheet so your group can enter the community.
You'll receive your personalized home access code before check-in.
Minimum renter age: 25.

THE LOCATION
Close Enough to Get Away—Far Enough to Feel Away
The Boat House is located in Cape Royale on Lake Livingston in Coldspring, Texas, making it an easy lake escape while still giving you that tucked-away East Texas feeling.

You're surrounded by pine trees, the lake and nature, with plenty to do inside the community without ever having to get back in the car.

This home holds a very special place in our hearts, and we hope that when you stay here, you create some of the same kind of memories that make this place so meaningful to our family. We'd love to have you at The Boat House.

WHY GUESTS LOVE THE BOAT HOUSE AT CAPE ROYALE
5.0 rating
100% 5-star reviews
5.0 for communication
5.0 for location
5.0 for value
5.0 for check-in
100% response rate
We're not just renting you a house—we want you to have an amazing lake vacation.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a lake
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Copy of DL and Security Gate Access Form required 72 hours prior to checkin - FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN CANCELLATION
Hot tub fee - $50 per night w/signed agreement
MINIMUM AGE - RENTER UNDERSTANDS HE/SHE MUST BE AT LEAST 25 YEARS OF AGE TO RENT THE PROPERTY.

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Boat House - Lake Livingston - Sleeps 12 to the airport?

This vacation home is 55.6 mi (69-min drive) away from the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Boat House - Lake Livingston - Sleeps 12 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Boat House - Lake Livingston - Sleeps 12 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Boat House - Lake Livingston - Sleeps 12?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Boat House - Lake Livingston - Sleeps 12?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Boat House - Lake Livingston - Sleeps 12?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Boat House - Lake Livingston - Sleeps 12 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Boat House - Lake Livingston - Sleeps 12 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Boat House - Lake Livingston - Sleeps 12 to downtown Coldspring?

This vacation home is 4.4 mi away from Coldspring.

The Boat House - Lake Livingston - Sleeps 12 Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good clean house lovely stay

It was a good stay clean beautiful house
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely home. Great accommodations.

Stayed for my husband's birthday and also had a family reunion at nearby Wolf Creek Park. Being so close was very convenient. Will definitely stay again if available. Host was very good at communicating expectations. Great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The check- in was seamless. My buddies and I enjoyed the peace and quiet of the neighborhood. We enjoyed the pool table and music in the game room. We definitely plan to rebook this home in the near future!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

My group was in town for work commendation were good for us

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025