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The Rustic Anchor -Relax, Recharge, Repeat- Where Comfort Meets the Lake

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Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
3 bedrooms, travel cot, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Burton, TX
  • Place, Rocky Creek Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Somerville Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Texas A&M University - College Station
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, College Station, TX (CLL-Easterwood)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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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.

The Rustic Anchor -Relax, Recharge, Repeat- Where Comfort Meets the Lake

The Rustic Anchor is a serene haven nestled between Houston, Round Top, and Austin. It offers a perfect escape for bass fishing enthusiasts and Antique enthusiasts seeking a peaceful retreat near the lake. Rustic Anchor offers a perfect blend of comfort and natural beauty. Surrounded by lush landscapes, guests can enjoy serene views and occasionally encounter local wildlife. From playful critters outside to unexpected visitors inside, the retreat is a haven for nature lovers. The property is diligently maintained, with regular pest control treatments applied after each stay to ensure a pleasant environment. While guests may occasionally spot remnants of these wildlife encounters, they are reminded of the unique charm and tranquility that this retreat provides.
The Rustic Anchor ensures easy access to all the essentials for a successful fishing excursion. With a bait shop on the premises, you can rest assured that any forgotten supplies can be easily obtained, allowing you to focus on enjoying your time on the water.

This is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy the beauty of nature with its two bedrooms with an open concept kitchen and living room. It has two bathrooms connected by a pocket door. One bathroom has just a shower and the other bathroom has a shower/tub combo. The house also has a large laundry room. The front door and patio door have are operated by keypads.

The house and patio area are available to guest of the Rustic Anchor. The On the Lake Bait Shop is open to guests Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Monday 7:00 am-1:00 pm. The bait shop is right through the patio gate and down the walkway. Please note that due to our distance in the country side WIFI can be spotty at times.
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Somerville Lake. Enjoy features like laundry facilities and an arcade/games room. The holiday home includes amenities such as a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 6 minutes by car from Somerville Lake and 14 minutes from Lake Somerville Marina
The Rustic Anchor -Relax, Recharge, Repeat- Where Comfort Meets the Lake offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/games room, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

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

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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 to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Please take all trash to the dumpster in front of the bait shop. Put all dirty sheets, towels, and comforters in the laundry room.
Please do not pour any grease down the sink. If needed put it in a container and freeze it. We will dispose of it.
Make sure all mini splits are turned up to 80, All toilets are flushed. Please leave the house in the condition you found it.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Cars cab park in the driveway or on the grass to the left of the driveway. No parking in the roadway or on the neighbors grass across from the house.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children must be watched at all time.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

The Rustic Anchor -Relax, Recharge, Repeat- Where Comfort Meets the Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great space inside and out. Our host was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jodi was wonderful! The house was perfect! Comfy beds and a cozy environment!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The hostess was excellent and went out of her way to accommodate us and answer questions about the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice house, great amenities. Loved the gated patio so my fur baby could roam without a leash. I wish the house was closer to the marina. Overall would recommend this place to my friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jodi was friendly and helpful. The house was very cute and well appointed. It's a great location for running around Brenham, RoundTop, and Burton. Dark skies for star watching!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

BILL S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay. House had everything we needed. It was clean and comfortable. We would recommend this house to anyone looking in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Residence was clean and neat. Easy check and checkout instructions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sahil P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was very clean and the house was very warm and inviting. WiFi was a little big shaky but everything else was absolutely amazing! The hosts were super helpful when I had questions. I recommend this listing!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

AJ W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a little bit of trouble with the door code at check in, within moments of texting through the app my phone rang and we had a new code.Great communication and the facility was great! Roomy and everything was spot on and immaculate! Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was easy to find. Very clean and comfortable for our family. The host was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petra E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer stay

This property is great! Kids loved the theme of the house and everything was in order. Pet friendly. Close to downtown brenham with plenty to do for the whole family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

Great house and very well setup
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blaire J., Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elisha J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Wildlife

Jodi was amazing she made herself available and was accommodating to my families needs. The home was clean and the scenery was beautiful, you can tell it was well kept and full of love. If we are ever back in the area we know exactly where we will be staying.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025