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Lakefront Escape w/ Firepit & Fireplace – Relax & Recharge in Nature!

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball
Interior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Located deep in the heart of East Texas, Familia Ball Lake House offers a tranquil retreat. Perfect for romantic getaways or family vacations, this lake house features an RV parking spot and allows you to swim and fish right from your backdoor.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Lakefront Escape w/ Firepit & Fireplace – Relax & Recharge in Nature!

At Familia Ball Lake House, you can roast S'mores around the firepit, swim, and fish right from your backyard. Whether you're planning a romantic getaway or bringing the whole family, this home is perfect for everyone—including snowbirds, with a dedicated RV parking spot and 50amp/30amp hookup.

Nestled in the heart of East Texas, Familia Ball Lake House is located in the peaceful City of Ivanhoe, just 8 miles south of Woodville, and a short drive from Houston (2 hours) or Beaumont (1 hour).

Come enjoy the serenity and fun that awaits right outside your door!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

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
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

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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

Rules

Quiet Time - 9:00 pm - 7:00 am
Fishing - catch and release only.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

PRIVATE_VACATION_HOME
Cottage on Private Lake
Private Lake Front Cabin
Familia Ball House Woodville
Familia Ball Lake House Woodville
Familia Ball Lake House Private vacation home
Familia Ball Lake House Less Than 2 Hours From Houston
Familia Ball Lake House Private vacation home Woodville

About the neighborhood

Map
TX, Woodville

What's nearby

  • First Baptist Church - 14 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Allan Shivers Library and Museum - 14 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Wildwood Driving Range - 28 min drive - 34.6 km
  • Naskila Gaming - 34 min drive - 44.8 km
  • Alabama-Coushatta Tribe Cultural Center - 35 min drive - 45.1 km

Getting around

  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Senor Toro's Mexican Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hancock’s Bbq - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La enchilada - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Escape w/ Firepit & Fireplace – Relax & Recharge in Nature! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Escape w/ Firepit & Fireplace – Relax & Recharge in Nature!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Escape w/ Firepit & Fireplace – Relax & Recharge in Nature!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Escape w/ Firepit & Fireplace – Relax & Recharge in Nature! located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from First Baptist Church and 9.5 mi (15.4 km) from Allan Shivers Library and Museum. Martin Dies, Jr. State Park and Wildwood Driving Range are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Reviews

Lakefront Escape w/ Firepit & Fireplace – Relax & Recharge in Nature! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martha G.

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

Family Fu

Everything was exactly as promised! Warm and cozy. Great lakefront area where kids had a great time fishing, boating, making smores and playing ball!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

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

Excellent Stay

We needed a place to stay for a last minute trip to the area and I’m glad I chose this property. The house was clean and well organized and the lake frontage is very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Extended stay

Our stay was very pleasant and peaceful and would recommend to anyone wanting to get away 10/10 recommend. Very helpful and made sure our stay went well
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jami C.

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

Great spot in Ivanhoe

My family really appreciated the space and comfort of the house while attending a family event in Woodville.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

esther i.

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

Great location.

We enjoyed our stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda S.

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

Wedding party

Accommodations were wonderful. Such a beautiful home and property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie S.

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

Quick weekend getaway

Cozy lake cabin loaded with everything one needs for the stay. Grocery stores and convenience stores nearby. Loved the views. Would have loved to use the lakeview room but it faces neighbors windows and no privacy (curtains/blinds to the side). Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Relaxing

This property was just what we needed! It provided the perfect spot for us. Bill was helpful and responsive. We are looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Electra G.

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

R&R

Very relaxing, quiet, not too far from home getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dixie E., Willis, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Beautiful Serene Setting

The property was great. It has a spectacular view of the crystal clear lake. Everything was good. Nostalgic home. I actually contacted owner. Left Property Manager a message, she never returned my call. However, the owner responded almost immediately when I texted him. Very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

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

Perfect

I cannot say enough great things about this property. It’s a hidden gem. Our 7 year old didn’t ask about electronics the whole weekend, she had so much fun! My family cannot wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gilles M.

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

Relaxing near the lake

Communication with from the property owner was excellent from booking to checkout. The property is well maintained and clean. This is a very nice little house with lake access. One of the bedroom was custom built on the patio with view of the lake and is accessible from the patio sliding doors. A paddle boat was provided and we enjoyed a trip on the lake, especially the kids! If you like hikes, Big Thicket National Preserve is a short drive from there. When booking, we had not realized there was no dishwasher in the kitchen, but that was fine for a few days. Everything was provided to make us comfortable during our stay. We will book again next time we are in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette D.

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

Serene Lake Spot

The backyard facing the lake makes the property special. The yard has plenty of shade and was comfortable and relaxing even in August. We kayaked and floated on rafts in the lake. It was a lovely lake weekend with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Johnny P.

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

Nice Stay

Property was older but well maintained and clean. Owners contacted us to assure all was good and respond to a couple questions during our stay. Would recommend to others

10/10 Excellent

kerry b.

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

Even better than the pictures

We were looking for a cottage experience to get out of the city with two little ones and this place was perfection. An easy drive from Houston, spotless ( and super comfy beds!) and loads of attention to detail. We spent our days fishing and swimming and the kids could jump off the dock into the lake. Roasted marshmallows by the fire at night. We’ve stayed at a lot of properties and we were 100% happy with our stay here. We hope to get back again soon! Thanks Bill for sharing your beautiful property with families like ours who need a quiet and nature filled break from it all . And for being so easy to contact!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ramon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025