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Historic lakefront & wildlife haven with firepit & gas grill - minutes to water

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Historic lakefront & wildlife haven with firepit & gas grill - minutes to water provides golfing on-site and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

74 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Historic lakefront & wildlife haven with firepit & gas grill - minutes to water

  • Drop a fishing line in Lake Buchanan off the shore or sunbathe on the beach to bask in the slow pace of life here at Seahorse Cove. This spacious property sits right on one of Texas's best bass fishing lakes, also stocked with catfish and gar. Tie off your boat on-site in the cove or slide a rented kayak into the water from the sandy stretch of beach. If you're up for some cliff jumping, you can explore Inks Lake State Park about nine miles to the south. There are several nearby wineries and the Vanishing Texas River Cruise is definitely worth checking out. A convenience store and Buchanan General Store are nearby and Burnet is only 15 minutes away if you want to visit Fort Croghan Historic Museum, the Hill Country Motorheads Museum, or buy groceries.

    Originally a Texas Ranger's bunkhouse, this beautiful 1930s home retains all its original vintage charm from a location atop a cove shaped like a horse's head. Take in the calming lake views and gorgeous sunsets as you let your worries slip away. The full kitchen, along with the stone fireplace and large windows, gives you plenty of space to spread out, while the cozy cabin makes a perfect spot for kicking back after a long day in the sunshine. Connect to the free WiFi to post photos of your big catch, treat your friends to a BBQ using the gas grill, or step back outside to build a fire in the firepit. Depending on what time of the year you're here, you'll behold beautiful wildflowers, various trees, and other flora, along with deer, foxes, owls, American pelicans, and more.

    End your days gazing at the spectacular night skies and relaxing in your own secluded oasis.

    THINGS TO KNOW
    Private boat ramp provided
    Firewood is not provided.
    This home is not suitable for children. No exceptions. This retreat is on a lot of land and if children are left unattended accidents may happen.
    Drought conditions will affect the water levels for this property so please know that the pictures in the listing may not reflect the true level of water during your stay. We are not able to give refunds or cancellations due to low water levels.
    Due to the Hill Country location of our rentals, you may encounter situations with wildlife/pests. Please be aware of your surroundings, take caution while driving at night and supervise your children at all times while outdoors. In addition, all properties do utilize pest control maintenance on a regular basis, BUT this does not guarantee pests/bugs/critters will not be visible.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
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 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

About the area

Located in Burnet, this cabin is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Buchanan and Lake LBJ. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby. Visit our Burnet travel guide
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Burnet, TX

What's nearby

  • A tree by a lake with mountains in the background.
    Lake Buchanan
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A river with clear water, surrounded by rocky terrain and sparse vegetation.
    Inks Lake State Park
    8 min drive - 10.9 km
  • A coastal town with a river, a bridge, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.
    Lake LBJ
    15 min drive - 16.5 km
  • A rocky cliff with sparse vegetation under a clear blue sky.
    Canyon of the Eagles Nature Park
    21 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Spider Mountain Bike Park
    9 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Killeen, TX (GRK-Killeen-Fort Hood Regional)
    73 min drive

Restaurants

  • Reverend Jim's Dam Pub
    12 min drive
  • Krab Kingz On The Lake
    37 min drive
  • Templeton's Tavern
    8 min drive
  • Shadow & Light
    13 min drive
  • Paradise Point Marina
    42 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic lakefront & wildlife haven with firepit & gas grill - minutes to water pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic lakefront & wildlife haven with firepit & gas grill - minutes to water?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic lakefront & wildlife haven with firepit & gas grill - minutes to water?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic lakefront & wildlife haven with firepit & gas grill - minutes to water?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic lakefront & wildlife haven with firepit & gas grill - minutes to water located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Buchanan and within 6 miles (10 km) of Spider Mountain Bike Park and Inks Lake. Inks Lake State Park and Lake LBJ are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Historic lakefront & wildlife haven with firepit & gas grill - minutes to water Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 122 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

JD A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is super cool with wonderful views. It’s well furnished and very clean the only problem and it’s a big one is the smell of the water. The hot water has a very strong sulfur smell. Now I have lived on well water with sulfur smell but this well next level like so bad it ran us out of the cabin and kept us up at night. It’s unfortunate too because I’d love to come back but just can’t handle the smell
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil Retreat

Beautiful property in a peaceful section of the lake. I always enjoy watching the deer roam and the squirrels play. This really is a place you can go to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri S.

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

Perfect Getaway

Description did not do this magnificent place justice. Absolutely beautiful. Quiet, relaxing and overall perfect One of the best places I have ever stayed!!!’
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ADRIAN F.

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

A great little getaway for a couples.

This place was a hidden gem. Great views of the wild life and aslo of the the lake. Place was an older gome but well kept. Had a great time there. Would definitely recommend this property to others who want a nice quite getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jacqueline S.

Good view

I love the cozy vibe of this cabin. If there was beach access I would have loved it more, but it was a nice quiet place with a nice view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Eugene J.

Beautiful Sunsets

Such a great place! I recommend it for anyone who wants to unplug and get away for a few days or more. Very relaxing and welcoming. The sunsets were beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Randall E.

Great location for a getaway!!

This home/cabin is understated. The view and amenities are very nice. The property and water view really add to the appreciation of this home. Our only regret is it staying longer.
Verified

8/10 Good

Shann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Rustic

Very rustic, comfortable bed, RV size shower, cozy fireplace room, lots of lamps to allow for preferred lighting. Various outdoor seating areas for sunset views. Family of deer visited often.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brandy R.

Quick weekend get away

We loved everything about the cabin and property! It was fully furnished with all we needed. The bed was very comfortable and there was plenty of space in the cabin and outside the cabin. The best part was the waterfront lake access! Amazing sunsets and wild life views! Also very quiet and secluded. Perfect couples or families! We will be back again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly N.

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

Nice and Quiet

This is a nice quiet, comfortable place to stay for two or a a small family. The living room has a nice view but the lake is severely low. Need rain!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R.

This place was awsome!

We had the most relaxing and wonderful getaway. The rustic charm was just what we needed. we saw a beautiful sunset, a deer and a fox. It was quiet and peaceful. It did have cobwebs behind curtains and doors and in the windows but, even that just endeared us more to the rustic charm. Can’t wait to go again! I highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pearl N.

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

A breath of fresh air

My husband and I wanted a mini getaway and so we went to Burnet to this hideaway that took me back to country living, the place was very homey clean and the bed super comfortable. My husband loved the lake views. As we sat outside there was nice breezes and no humidity ...we fished and enjoyed spending interrupted time is this beautiful home and space. We will be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Debra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Secluded

Nice quiet location. House was hot when we arrived and we had issues getting the lock to open. We didn't feel you are given enough time to really enjoy. Check in was 4:00 and out by 10:00 am. Not enough time to enjoy coffee outside. Too expensive to stay 2 nights.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise V.

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

Great weekend getaway

Seahorse Cove was a relaxing place to stay on our weekend. Unlike hotels, there was no one banging around next-door or above you. There were great views of the lake. Although the lake is very low, there was a big field of bloop on it where the water should’ve been, and that was just as pretty. I love the floor in the bathroom! The kitchen was fully stocked with dishes and such. We just had to bring our own groceries. The wind was crazy all weekend, but that has nothing to do with the property. We would’ve loved to sit outside by the fire ring, but due to the wind and the burn ban, that was not possible. This would be a great summer vacation by the lake. There are several places to go and do things and places to eat in Burnet and Llano. Communication was quick and easy with the property owner. We saw deer each day. Would definitely go back..
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert E.

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

Restored bunkhouse

Very nice. Clean. Easy to find. Beautiful addition and character. Wi-Fi was a bit troublesome but worked. We loved the old original floors and the squeak in the master bedroom. Kitchen was very nice and decorated well. First hot shower had sulfur smell which is not uncommon with electric water heaters and well water that sit sometimes. Subsequent showers it was much better. Would stay there again regardless. Bluebonnets were coming up. Views over the water were amazing. Close to town if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sally K.

Peace and quiet on Lake Buchanan

We went to Burnet, the self proclaimed Bluebonnet Capital, to to see the flowers. 2024 is a banner year! Kitchen was well stocked with dishes, glasses and cutlery. Knives were sharp enough. There were pots and pans. This was meaningful because it would be a hike to go to town for meals. We cooked dinner and breakfast 2 times each. I did have to rewash glasses. Because there is no dishwasher, you are at the mercy of the previous occupants' skills. Bed was quite comfortable. We appreciated having Direct TV. It is very quiet and we enjoyed two nice sunsets. It would be ideal if the lake was fuller but a drought is in place across the area. Enjoyed watching the deer in the yard in the early morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Miriam S.

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

Wonderful getaway

This property is absolutely beautiful. It’s a great peaceful escape from the city while also being close enough to a lot of great things to do in Hill Country. I stayed here by myself as a way to get away. However, I underestimated the “nature” aspect. There were animal footprints throughout the property and late night sounds that had me a little spooked. Also, it was challenging to keep the bugs out. However, I did enjoy my time overall and am grateful for the way they have kept up the property. There was NO issue with the water, as other reviews have mentioned. I would suggest a new set up for the TV cable box as it started to overheat with a warning on the tv that it would shut down after about an hour. I propped it up to get some air underneath which helped. I would recommend a stay here to anyone looking for a nice quaint retreat in the woods with lots of open space to enjoy nature.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Rebecca D.

So much potential

In many ways Seahorse Cove cabin is lovely. The furnishings are well-considered, the bed very comfortable, and the setting restful and peaceful. There are important improvements that would make this the perfect stay, and the good news is they are all doable. The first is the instructions given for arrival, which said “gate code” and gave other physical descriptions of the entrance. What was confusing was that the gate that matched the description didn’t have a keypad (because “gate code”). As it turned out the code was for a padlock. If that had been included in the instructions, it would have saved us frustration (and driving up and down the country road making sure we didn’t have the address wrong). The other major problem was the strong sulfur smell. Other reviews mentioned it and the owner/management response was that a filter had been installed. While there was a Brita pitcher in the fridge, the smell comes from the hot water. So, every time we washed dishes (dishes had to be hand washed – no big deal except for the smell), washed hands, showered, the whole cabin smelled. I would think a filter on the hot water line could go a long way to solving this problem. There are other little things that would make for a better experience (a listing of local TV stations, clearing out more than one small drawer for guests’ clothes, an ash bucket for the fireplace), but the real problem was that the confusion over arrival and the smell really set the tone for the stay. This listing has a LOT of potential and I hope the owner/management will consider these improvements.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious private serene.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First of all, we are 93 and 90 years young. We loved our stay. So relaxing! The cabin was delightful. I’ve never seen one so well-stocked. They have thought of everything. We did not notice a sulphur smell as others have commented. Our kids came for dinner one night and vowed to come back and bring their kayaks. The lake would be a perfect spot. Be aware, Wi-Fi is a little spotty.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tehrra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved the quiet and location, very private and beautiful right on the lake, we will be back!! Would recommend to anyone who wants to get away for a peaceful weekend! Had everything we needed and more!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony J.

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

It was a beautiful and large chunk right on the lake.

Very relaxing and perfect for someone like me who is used to ranches and being away from people
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Wonderful place

Very clean, really nice area, wish we had more time to stay longer, dont hesitate to book this place you will enjoy it
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey

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

Peacefulness

Cozy, rich in history- not just your average cabin, lots todo all around, private. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025