Awesome View

Nice place. Beautiful sunset

We went to hang out during the eclipse and celebrate my sons 8th birthday. He had a blast fishing and kayaking, we really enjoyed our stay. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in the area.

This house was so cute! This was a last minute trip and Mark and Brenda were extremely helpful.

We were in the area on business but it felt like a mini vacation away from city life. It was so quiet and peaceful while we were there. It was a short stay but it was worth it.

The "Awesome View" property and its hosts, Brenda and Mark, were great. My two buddies and I had a wonderful stay and took advantage of many of the listed amenities (including waterfront access to Houston County Lake, separate bedrooms, A/C, kitchen, and outdoor BBQ grill). I stupidly used the old WiFi for 2/3rd of the stay. Otherwise, everything was clean, comfortable and as-advertised.

I wanted to point out a few pros and cons for future (hardcore) kayak anglers: It is not possible to roll and launch fully rigged fishing kayaks from the car driveway to the backyard to the water. We planned for this and used the ramp at the nearby Crockett Resort & Marina before check-in and after check-out. Paying $10 total to fish early and late was worth it. We stored our kayaks on the water or on the dock in the evenings. Be prepared for many stairs between the house and water. Everyone said fishing was tough due to muddied waters, but I did end with a 7# largemouth!

I will definitely return!

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Absolutely beautiful~

Beautiful home with a great view and an amazing deck by the water. It was perfect for our group of 5. Responsive owners!

"Homeaway"

Mark and Brenda were extremely helpful and friendly. We went for the weekend and brought our boat. Loved the lake and the kayaks.

Beautiful and relaxing place. View was amazing.

"Awesome View" is exactly that, an awesome view of the lake. It was great to sit on the deck overlooking the lake and enjoying the morning. This house is very clean and has everything you need during your stay.

"Guest Book"

Another Year, another wonderful stay at Awesome View. We had such a great time making memories with our friends. We boated, kayaked,fished, campfired, played games, talked and talked and laughed and laughed.
Thank you for letting us stay. It definitely lives up to its name and we all love Awesome View!!
Tanya B and Friends

Awesome View says it all with the name of the property. It truly is a place that offers an Awesome View. It is a great place to relax, unwind, and soak it all in surrounded by nature’s eye candy.

It’s our second time to stay in this property and each time I have hosted older siblings with confidence that they were not disappointed in their time there. If you’ve ever grown up being the “little brother”, you’ll know what it means to be able to deliver the goods when it comes to a place to stay.

The fire pit allowed us to start the trip off with s’mores and the dock/kayak combination allowed my family to fit in some kayaking when the weather (cold and windy) allowed us to. The lake is gorgeous at dawn, sunset, and all hours before and after. Meaning, even when there is nothing to do, you’ll be happy not doing it. :). It’s just that pretty.

Book with confidence.

The name of the cabin is “Awesome View” but that simply does not prepare you for just how breathtaking it is. There are 2 pieces to the experience that create the awesome view (1) nature itself and how it is framed/captured in this tranquil setting (2) the immense planning/effort that went into the man-made side of this and that should not be under-stated. The man-made side is not intrusive on the natural beauty, rather it compliments it very, very well.

"Guest Book Review"

Absolutely "An Awesome View"! Enjoyed it so much-------
Thank you for the wonderful time and memories.
Love your landscaping. Everything is well thought out.
The W family

Amazing place!

My husband , boys and I had a great time. Very peaceful here and the view is beautiful. Cozy cabin. If you need a place to just get away from all the craziness going on right now, this is it. We attempted to go fishing with no luck but we still had a great time making memories. Also enjoyed the firepit. The area is pretty chill, I recommend Mimsy's BBQ in the area for some good brisket. 🙂 Thank you Mark and Brenda!!!

"Google Review"

Stayed at Awesome View and had a FABULOUS time! The place is clean and well kept and has a very well stocked kitchen. The hosts are awesome people who do everything to ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible. The views are AWESOME just as indicated by it's name. The value is great for all you get in this home! Linda October 2021

"VRBO Review"

What a great spot! It was quiet, the house was clean and comfortable & the view is amazing. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back.

Everything was perfect.

we rented awesome view and lakeside, our experience was amazing! communication was extremely fast and the both house's were better than advertised. Lakeside was perfect for our 12 person group, everyone had room to stretch out and be comfortable. The boat dock was everyone's favorite plan to be!

"VRBO Review"

This place is amazing! There was plenty of room for all of us. The house has everything you need. Full washer/dryer for after lake activities. They have plenty of kayaks/life jackets. Both of our daughters were new kayakers and took to it nicely. There was a swim out dock and plenty of room to fish. There is a multi level deck that is Magnificent!!! The lake level to get onto the kayaks or fish and swim- then next level up has an outdoor fire pit- and the top level has an eating area and separate sitting area. Both sides of the house have nice balconies as well. We will for sure come back!!!

Owner Response: Thank you so much for the nice review. We're so glad you folks enjoyed your stay and had such a great time!!!

"Guest Book Review"

Another wonderful family getaway @ Awesome View. Thank You for such a great place to get away from it all.

The S & R family

"VRBO Review"

Enjoyed are stay here. Excellent decks throughout the backyard & along the water. Kids loved kayaking & jumping off the deck into lake. House was super clean & beds were comfy (no back pain)! Can’t wait to stay here again!!

Guest Book: We had an awesome stay here! Wonderful views and great deck areas. Loved making memories with my family here! We definitely want to come back 🙂 Thank you for being great host! T B family.

"Google Review"

Such a beautiful place to stay in. Great views and amenities. Friendly owners and are very hospitable. Wood on site plus you can get ice/more wood delivered for a small fee. You have a boat ramp and store not far from the property as well. Highly recommend and will be visiting again soon.

Owner response: Thank you Kris, we’re pleased you enjoyed it and we’d like to say thanks for being great guests! See you soon!!!

"Guest Book Review"

This is our 4th trip to Vacation Country Rentals. We brought our kids and grandkids on this trip so they could see our Happy Places (Rented Henry's & Awesome View). They got to swim, Kayak, fish and have smores by the campfire! This place is exactly like its name "Awesome" We will continue to have this place as our escape and OUR HAPPY PLACE!

Jo & Sharon W.

"Guest Book Review"

This is our second stay at Awesome View and we enjoyed every minute of it! The water was high the first couple of days but made it more fun. Thank you Mark & Brenda

"Facebook Review"

This was our 3rd trip to Vacation Country Rentals. We had 2 married couples, 4 teenage girls and a vey active 5 year old boy. Our tripo was for Memorial weekend.

By Saturday of our trip all teenage girls were making plans for next yearsvisit and the 5 year old put himself to sleep at 8:35 P.M.

Wonderful atmosphere, great amenities, beautiful lake, gracious host, well maintained grounds and tons of fun!!

We will be back! These places are worth your time and money, no doubt!

Keri A & families

"Guest Book Review"

What a great time to spend with friends on a beautiful lake, even though it was just several days. We will definitely be coming back to swim, listen to different types of music and swim a lot!!! The S family.

"VRBO Review"

Fun time

Air BnB: This was a wonderful house with amazing decks and beautiful views of the lake. Everything was ready and thought of for us to have a relaxing and special vacation.

Guest Book: We had an awesome time the view is truly amazing. Thank You!

"VRBO & Guest Book Review"

Great place and very nice. Mark was more than helpful with getting us into the house.

Guest Book: Mark & Brenda, We had a great time. Thank you so much for allowing us to check in early.. Everything was ready + waiting for us!

Owner response: You're very welcome. We were able to get you in early under the circumstances. Of course, it's not always possible.

"Google & Guest Book Review"

Google Review: Very clean and great hospitality! Incredible views! Home has everything you need. Will definitely recommend and return to Vacation Rental Rentals.

Owner response: Your family is always welcome. You folks were great!
Guest Book
Mark & Brenda,
We had such a great time. We love Awesome View, the deck(s) the view from the home and relaxing on the lake. We found this gem of a place by chance and so glad we did. Hopefully we can make it back soon with more family! Thank you for your amazing hospitality. K & W families San Antonio Tx.

"Google & Guest Book Review"

Google review: Awesome Home! Perfect for a family of 5. Maintained well, with access to the water and feels like the lake is all yours! Kayaks were in good shape and we enjoyed the firepit at night. Great getaway spot!

Mark & Brenda,
Our family has really enjoyed our stay at Awesome View. We wanted to get away and enjoy the lake, peace and quiet. This di just that! Thank you for this well maintained piece of heaven! Our kids are already asking us when we are coming back. Thanks again for everything.

Side Note: The property was great! I am a bit of a neat freak and I thought it was very clean and well maintained! Just what our family Needed! It was
lovely.

The C family.

Amazing deck and outdoor space!

You will not regret it!

Note to owner: Thank you for the hospitality and experience.

"Guest Book Review"

Once again we had an "Awesome" visit! Thank you for understanding that with love of a family comes laughter in very loud ways at times!! Thank you for your patience, kindness and your fantastic homer we stayed in! See you in June!

"Air BnB Review"

“Mark & Brenda are incredible hosts for a number of reasons: We had some crazy weather and Mark & Brenda had to improvise the first night as power was out, so they relocated us to a lake property with the most incredible outdoor space. Though we weren’t here for the water, we will be back as there was ample deck space, kayaks, and access to the water from the deck. Such a great family spot. Our second spot and original location got power back the second day, and we were able to head over to our stay and enjoy the beautiful outdoor woods in a private area. We were looking for a private retreat and found it. The night sky was clear and bright full of stars. We will be back to visit many times!”

Owner response:
Thank you so much for the kind words Kayla. We enjoyed meeting you folks and appreciate the patience during the frustrating power outage. Coming from Minnesota and seeing snow in Texas was an unlikely once in a lifetime event. Thanks for being great guests

"Google Review"

Hard to imagine a more welcoming place to spend your time with friends and family than Vacation Country Rentals! After our first time a few years ago we really fell in love with the place and became regular guests. Everything is perfect here - lovely spotless very well-equipped houses (I believe we stayed in each one :-), comfortable beds, relaxing atmosphere, cute backyards or cozy decks with a nice view, if you prefer to stay on the lake. Vacation Country Rentals is suitable for recreation in any season and weather. Last time even two days heavy rain couldn't ruin our stay. In our hearts, Mark and Brenda have won the title of Superhosts forever.

Wow, what an awesome and much appreciated review!
What we do here wouldn’t be possible without the guests we’re so fortunate to attract. It makes our job not only easy, but enjoyable.
Thanks so much. Until next time!!’

"Google Review"

When some thing or some place is so perfect you really want to keep it to yourself - the fear of it being tarnished by too many people finding out about it could rob it of its perfection. This past week was our third visit to VCR - staying in a different house each time. We have loved everything about each of our visits - the homes, the grounds, the lake, the kayaks, the cycling...everything. I have full confidence in the owners, Brenda and Mark, to keep this place charming and beautiful - so go ahead and tell your friends ... but just two or three of them!!! 🙂

Owner Response: Lol, Awesome review Chris. We'll always have room for you and your family!!! Thanks!

"VRBO Review"

Nice place.

"VRBO Review"

From booking to checkout, everything went smoothly. The house was very clean when we checked in and VERY well appointed. The house was great but the outside is even better: multiple decks and sitting areas, amenities galore, and plenty of space to spread out. The kayaks and fishing off the dock were our favorite activities. We hope to be back soon!

"Air BnB and Guest Book Review"

“Loved awesome view!! So peaceful and relaxing. Everything was super clean ,and all the neighbors are Super friendly.”

Guest Book: Thank you so much for the lovely stay, We enjoyed the Awesome View and how clean your place is. Thanks again. Alexa

"Guest Book Review"

We had a lovely peaceful visit. Thank you so much for such a clean and well cared for home.

"Air BnB Review"

The view is worth every penny

"Air BnB Review"

This place fit all of our needs and made for a great weekend getaway! The house was really well kept, and we fully enjoyed all that the back patio had to offer such as the grill, fire pit and kayaks. It was a really nice experience!

"Air BnB Review"

“Our stay at Amazing View was wonderful. Such a quiet peaceful place but still with plenty for the kids to do. We had a fantastic time here!”

"VRBO Review"

We had a great girls trip on the lake. We kayaked, put together puzzles, played games and basketball, and cooked a lot! The kitchen had everything we needed. We enjoyed the beautiful lake and and time on the decks. We highly recommend it for a nice getaway!

"Facebook Review"

Vacation Country Rentals is our favorite getaway destination. The views are beautiful. The grounds are breathtaking. The homes are clean and have lots of amenities. There are so many things children of all ages can participate in. Kayaks are available. The staff is readily available for anything you might need. We have stayed four times in three different homes and looking forward to the next house we rent. Do yourself a favor and book at Vacation Country Rentals.

"Guest Book Review"

We had a wonderful weekend celebrating 29 years of marriage. Beautiful View! Will be back. Thanks for being great host!

"Air BnB Review"

“Beautiful place. Super clean. Very responsive hosts. We will definitely be back. My kids and I loved it!”

"Air BnB Review"

“A private lake, great sunsets and a comfortable house with a lot of well thought out small details on a quiet street.”

Private feedback: “Thank you for the hospitality. I enjoyed talking to you both and we hope to see you again next year about this time. I do have one question for you: at Pat's place there is a flowering plant that is bright red with a long pistil coming out of the center of what resembles a tightly woven red rose - I was wondering what the name of that plant might be? We noticed all the small details - like the windbreak behind the outdoor grill and how well built even the "life preserver" storage house was. Those are the things that make a good place great.”

Owner response, The plant was a Turks Cap. Deer resistant and a perennial that multiplies every year.

"Guest Book Review"

We had an incredible Labor Day Weekend! Thank you for the amazing view! We couldn't have asked for a better rental. I am so glad we found this place! Y'all have created an amazing place and we loved our time here! Can't wait to come back.

"Guest Book Review"

Thanks so much for a beautiful trip! That view sure is awesome!

"VRBO Review"

We are so glad we booked Awesome View when our other summer plans fell through due to the pandemic. We brought food with us from Austin for the whole week and never had to leave the property. The view is as described, the lake is clean, quiet and surrounded by trees. Kayaking was gorgeous and we spent hours floating around in the lake everyday on tubes (we brought) while our kids jumped off the swimming platform. The decks were beautiful and offered many nice places for sitting outside to eat, visit, read a book, play games or just admire the view. Inside the house was comfortable and well-stocked. We found the whole trip to be very relaxing and it was surprisingly pleasant to spend most of the day outside even in 100 degree temperatures. The owners are very experienced hosts and every aspect from communications to cleanliness was excellent.

Owner Response:
Thank you so much for the nice descriptive review . We are very happy to hear you enjoyed the home, lake and setting!

"Google Review (Vacation Country Rentals)"

My friends and I came out from Fort Worth for a weekend at An Awesome View, one of Vacation Country Rentals’ lake side properties. As the name of this house alludes, it was AWESOME. The lake views from the house and decks were beautiful, the house was incredibly clean upon arrival, and the kayaks were a much anticipated and enjoyed perk of the house. The owners have built incredible docks/balconies for this house; they are multitiered, lighted, and gorgeous! You can cook whatever you want as they have a full kitchen, grill, and fire pit. We kayaked, swam, drank, and cooked all day, and at the end of the night relaxed out on the dock and watched the stars. They are so bright out there that you can see the Milky Way! The only recommendation I have would be to stop at a grocery store and get EVERYTHING you need before arriving, especially bug spray and Tupperware/ziploc baggies.

"Guest Book Review"

Enjoyed a great week of beautiful sunsets, great fishing and relaxing quiet time. Love all the flowers and amazing decks. Kayaks were funand allowed us to explore the lake, Thanks for being such wonderful host.
Tha Wintermute's

"Homeaway VRBO Review"

Excellent view of the lake! Great spot for fishing. Home was clean and neat and organized with clear labels. Perfect spot to get away from the city!

"Google Review: Vacation Country Rentals"

What a nice weekend at Awesome View. It truly does have an awesome view of the lake and particularly amazing at sunset! Opening the doors of the second story bedroom to listen to the nighttime sounds is soothing to the soul

"Google Review: Vacation Country Rentals"

Beautiful place! Very clean and owners were wonderful to work with. We are planning a trip again...

Owner response: Thanks so much for being such great guests. We're very happy you enjoyed your stay!

"Homeaway/VRBO Review"

The property is exactly what was listed. the couple who took care of us were really accommodating and nice. helped us with anything we needed. very relaxing and nice

"Google & Facebook Review (Vacation Country Rentals)"

We will definitely be back again and again! The house was so clean — I mean, so clean! The decks are beyond belief amazing. The crew power washes and cleans the kayaks and decks and outdoor seating before you arrive. We spent the week laughing and kayaking and floating on rafts (worth every penny to pick some up before you go!) Mark and Brenda are the most gracious hosts. They truly care about the properties and take every opportunity to make you feel like a welcome guest. The neighbors on the lake are also so kind. They saw us kayaking with our girls and told us about a sand bar (an old road) that’s 4 ft deep where the kids could get out and swim. We’re booking our next trip to Awesome View! Thank you for a wonderful family vacation!

Owner response:
Thank you so much for the nice and thoughtful review. We truly enjoyed seeing you all having such a good time in the lake. We look forward to seeing you again!!

"Homeaway/VRBO Review"

This place is absolutely amazing!

Owner response: Wow, we're thrilled you liked Awesome View that much. We're even happier to see you book for another week in early July. As an added Bonus you're folks will be joining you and staying at Henry's Hideaway. It should be noted: If folks are renting one of our other homes they can come and enjoy the huge docks at Awesome View. There's plenty of room!

"Facebook Review"

Peacefulness. Terrific Owners/Care takers! Family friendly

"Great Spot!!"

“Mark and Brenda were absolutely fantastic and their rental was perfect for us! The house is beautiful and was BEYOND clean! So many things to do and the everything we needed was right at our fingertips. We hope to stay here for years to come!”

"Fabulous Vacation Spot"

My wife, Cynthia, and I spent four nights for our one year anniversary at Awesome View. It was exactly what we were looking for. The owners, Mark and Brenda, were fabulous! They went out of their way to give us the grand tour and to ensure we had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. ALL of their properties are incredibly beautiful, clean, relaxing, and the kind of place you want to visit time after time! We could not have asked for, or expected, anything better. Thank you, Mark and Brenda, for working so hard to create such beautiful properties!

Response from the owner:
Thank you so much for the very nice review. We truly enjoy seeing our efforts recognized and appreciated.
It was very nice meeting you both and we look forward to your next visit. Thanks again for the awesome review!!!

"Facebook Review: Vacation Country Rentals"

My family rented the Awesome View for the weekend and it was the most peaceful, relaxing weekend I’ve had in a long time along with having everything you need!!! I definitely recommend going through Vacation Country Rentals if you are looking for a great get away! They have wonderful properties to choose from and all are so well taken care of! I had a lot of people on my Facebook page asking where this amazing place was when I posted pictures, so look forward to a lot of business thrown your way

"Facebook Review: Vacation Country Rentals"

We've rented two houses Henry's hideaway and awesome view, they both are awesome. They have everything you need in the kitchens and in the rooms. The space in the house is great. The decks are spectacular, fire pit place is cozy. Everything everywhere is clean and well maintained. Lights, pictures on the trees, etc, all done with love. My daughter and my hubby love kayaking on the lake. We are staying at these rentals for many years already, and we are definitely coming back!
Thoughtful amenities · Spacious rooms

Owner Response:
Thank you Julia. We always enjoy having you folks and look forward to you all visiting every year.

"Facebook Review: Vacation Country Rentals"

Mark and Brenda were wonderful hosts. They greeted us upon arrival and checked in several times to see if we needed anything. We rented two houses and they were both awesome. The kitchens were fully stocked and everything was labeled to make finding things easier. The space worked well for our large family. The decks leading down to the lake were spectacular. We enjoyed an evening fire and several kayak trips out on the lake. We will be back!

Owner response:
Thank you so much for the kind words. You folks made our job easy. What a great group!!!!

"Review"

The house was clean and comfortable but we chose Awesome View because of the outdoor space and we couldn't have been happier with our decision! It's beautiful!

"Air BnB Review"

We had the most wonderful time at the “Awesome View”. The house is very comfortable, well equipped and spotless clean. The beautifully constructed deck offers majestic views. Everything you need for swimming, fishing and dining is there. This property checked off every box on our wishlist! Thank you, Mark and Brenda!

"Air BnB Review"

Lovely house, clean and well-maintained, responsive owners, beautiful sunsets. Was exactly what we needed!

"Air BnB Review"

Absolutely lovely home with a very AWESOME VIEW! The sunsets were amazing! The cleanest Airbnb we have stayed in. The hosts communicate well and are available for questions. Perfect place for making memories.

"Facebook Review: Vacation Country Rentals"

We stayed at the Lake View, beautiful home! We enjoyed our week so much! We will definitely be back next summer!
Thoughtful amenities

"Air BnB Review"

The place is appropriately named 'Awesome View.' The views are awesome and the place is very comfortable. We (2 couples and our 3 kids) stayed for the weekend. The house was perfect; direct access to the lake with kayaks available for everyone, comfortable beds for everyone, and plenty of space for everyone to sit and eat together (inside AND outside). Mark and Brenda are right out of an old-time storybook; they were eager to help in any way. They were available with just a text/call and were extremely delightful.

"Google Review: Vacation Country Rentals"

We stayed in Awesome view - Very clean and well maintained , Beautiful Decks and Views . Very small bathrooms. We enjoyed our stay. Friendly and helpful owners.

Owner response:
The bathroom showers can be a little tight for us bigger guys. Still, it's worth the inconvenience for that terrific view!!

"Air BnB Review"

Awesome view is a great place in a cool and quiet neighborhood. The decks and dock area are great and the view really is awesome. Highly recommended!

"Facebook Review: Vacation Country Rentals"

5 Stars!! Everything from the accommodations, to the fishing, to the owners...it’s all FANTASTIC!! This is a great place to stay! Nice, clean houses with WONDERFUL views! My favorite place to stay! Book today because you won’t regret it!! Thank you Brenda and Mark for a wonderful time!!
Spacious rooms · Thoughtful amenities

Owner response:
Aww shucks Jill, thanks so much for the kind words. Folks like you and Jim make our job a breeze and we really appreciate you all.

"Air BnB Review"

Fantastic house inside and out. Great decks and outdoor seating. Would love to come back once the lake level is higher. Best lake house we’ve stayed in. Extremely well kept up and great amenities.

"Facebook Review: Vacation Country Rentals"

We stayed at the Awesome View house for 3 days and nights and loved it. Everything about our stay was wonderful. The grandkids had a blast and have already ask when we are going back. If you love outdoors, nature and water, this is the perfect choice for you.

"Air BnB Review"

Mark and Brenda were wonderful hosts and the house was amazing too. We will be back 🙂

"Excellent View"

The property has an epic feeling tone and look. The owners are very accessible and customer friendly. This will be my place to stay every time I am in Houston County.

"You get what you pay for!"

This couldn't be a better place for individuals or family members to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet, the sounds of nature, and beautiful surroundings of a lake environment. The descriptions and photos on the website are exactly what you get and well worth the price. The owners, Mark and Brenda, are the real deal and sincerely have the visitor's best interest at heart and want to provide an enjoyable stay. The property is VERY well maintained! We're going to stay at the Creekside next time to enjoy time in the woods with the deer. The drive from Dallas was very easy and not so long where the kids start to ask "when are we going to get there." A definite place to return to!

"Successful Girls Getaway Weekend"

This was our 4th year at Vacation Country Rentals, and our first year to stay at Awesome View. The house is appropriately named - the view is amazing. We lucked out and even got some gorgeous pics of the moon setting over the lake our last morning here. It had plenty of room for the 3 of us, and tons of deck choices for lounging, playing games, or just enjoying the view. Kudos to Mark and Brenda for building such a nice place for folks like us to share and relax.

"Fantastic, Relaxing and Fun for all!"

Great place to stay and play. We took the family (5 kids) for a lake vacation and that's what we got, a vacation. This is a fantastic place to visit and enjoy the lake. Decks to accommodate swimming, fishing, cooking or just relaxing. The location on the lake is perfect. Great for the kids to swim without boat traffic yet a short troll with our boat to the main part of the lake for wakeboarding. We all had a great time and appreciate the hospitality. We will return again and again.

"Another “Awesome” stay at Awesome View!!"

As always it was hard to leave the tranquility of the lake to return to the hustle and bustle of Houston. "Awesome View" was perfect as usual. We caught a few fish and enjoyed kayaking in the early morning and at sunset. This property has everything you need for a perfect lake retreat. Cannot wait to return. Thank you Mark and Brenda for our little piece of "Paradise in the Pines".

"Another Great Stay in Mark And Brenda’s Homes"

Stayed at Awesome View for the second time. The facilities are always spotless and outside areas are beautifully landscaped. This is our fourth stay with them over the past few years. Fishing was mostly about fishing and not as much about catching as in the past. Lots of rain prior to the trip had the lake stirred up. Hope to return again maybe in the summer or next spring.

"Spring break"

Like the name of the house, awesome view! Emaculate kept house. Everything you need for a fun, relaxing vacation.

"Very Nice"

Stayed here for a weekend with some friends- had a great time and were very comfortable. Very pretty setting. Owners are very nice and pleasant.

"Fantastic Family Retreat"

What an enjoyable time at Awesome View. The decking provided three areas (or five depending on how you count) for enjoying the outdoors. The weather was perfect for us and I greatly enjoyed watching the grands drowning worms. The Copus' were excellent hosts--helpful when you needed them but never hovering. We plan to return with the crappie in the spring.

"What a comfortable weekend!!!!"

I spent the weekend with my son and two sons-in-law for a men's retreat weekend. Awesome View is aptly named, but the entire home is as comfortable as home. We didn't lack for any comforts, which allowed us to really concentrate on the purpose for our time away. I had a secondary "mission" for the weekend also...my wife asked me to check out as much of the other accommodations as possible, with a view toward a future booking for the entire family. Mark was very gracious in escorting me to a viewing of the two homes large enough to accommodate my whole family of 8 adults and 7 grandchildren. I was thoroughly impressed with the cleanliness and attention of home-like comfort in all of the places. We will not hesitate to book a stay at one of the larger homes for the entire family. Thank you, Mark and Brenda, for your hospitality and your attention to making this home-away-from-home a place to which we can look forward to returning.

"Awesome Stay!"

Awesome View is the perfect vacation home. All the amenities of your own home with an absolutely Awesome View of Houston County Lake.

I sty with Mark and Brenda Copus every trip to the Crockett area and bring my family along fro Spring Break and other vacation opportunities. The amenities they have are second to none and their hospitality is tops!

You can't go wrong with Vacation Country Rentals, all of their homes are excellent!

"Should be Called Perfect View"

We stayed here for two nights as a bonus stop over on our way to our family vacation, this place is AWESOME. The house was clean and had everything you would need for a comfortable stay however the real showpiece is the outside spaces, the top deck has two seating areas, one fully shaded, one level has a fire pit which I imagine would be fantastic in the colder months then the dock itself is just made for relaxing from sun up to sun down at which point the stars were amazing. Other little bonuses are the kayaks and various water toys available for use.

Lastly, and worth a mention, is that we stay in a lot of vacation homes and always leave them in the condition we find them and until now have never received a thank you from the owners so that was a nice touch. Will definitely return one day.

"Relaxing and Enjoyable stay at Awesome View!"

Our family stayed at Awesome View over the holiday break. The house was very clean and quite comfortable. We particularly enjoyed the outdoor areas, especially the fire pit, where we spent hours talking while we roasted marshmallows and enjoyed the view of the beautiful lake. We took daily walks around the neighborhood, enjoying the deer and a variety of birds. This property is beautiful and we hope to come back in the summer or early fall.

Submitted: Jan 19, 2015 Stayed: Dec 2014 Source: VRBO, from HomeAway

"Awesome View"

Had a great stay and family really enjoyed it. We will be back after the first of the year when fishing is better. Thanks for everything.

"FacebookReview: Vacation Country Rentals"

We stayed at Awesome View this past weekend. The owners are awesome, they were very kind & helpful before we even arrived. Barb & the other grounds helpers were very friendly & accommodating. My 12 year old & his friends never got bored. They loved exploring and watching the wild life. They saw raccoons at the edge of water & watched the mama deer w/her 2 newborns for hours, it would appear they are living in the wooded area to the right of awesome view. It was amazing watching the baby deer playing & mama watching. She didn't seem to mind us watching as long as we didn't get to close. The boys caught & released a couple small bass. Last night they tried their hardest to catch the small alligator gar swimming near the deck. The gar outsmarted em & they finally gave up:-) the swim platform, kayaks & basketball court was a huge hit w/them. I could go on and on. Wonderful get away!!!! Thanks so much for everything!!!

"Awesome weekend at Awesome View!!"

More than we imagined it would be! Mouth dropping gorgeous. Clean and fresh as the lake breeze. Weather was prefect and the surprising and refreshing misters on decks made for comfortable setting outside!

Best family retreat! Thanks! Please Note: The misting system was a maintenance nightmare. We removed it and have not found a system that works.

Everything at Awesome View was wonderful. We spent a long weekend and were not ready to leave. The property was just as advertised! Great views of lake, beautiful decks for eating, relaxing, and fishing. We will definitely stay again.

"A guest from Port Neches, TX"

My family had a wonderful time during spring break! My children, grandchildren, and I truly enjoyed the relaxed comfort of the lake house...the different decks, walkways, dock were in immaculate shape, as well as the house itself. S'mores by the firepit were a special treat...great weather to enjoy the campfire! The kids played hide n seek, fished, and kayaked and even tried to swim in the too chilly lake waters...we will def. be back in the warmer summer months! Thank you so much ... Awesome View was just perfect!!

My family had a wonderful time during spring break! My children, grandchildren, and I truly enjoyed the relaxed comfort of the lake house...the different decks, walkways, dock were in immaculate shape, as well as the house itself. S'mores by the firepit were a special treat...great weather to enjoy the campfire! The kids played hide n seek, fished, and kayaked and even tried to swim in the too chilly lake waters...we will def. be back in the warmer summer months! Thank you so much ... Awesome View was just perfect!!

"Wonderful Weekend!"

Everything at Awesome View was wonderful. We spent a long weekend and were not ready to leave. The property was just as advertised! Great views of lake, beautiful decks for eating, relaxing, and fishing. We will definitely stay again.

"Just Awesome! A great property for a fun family getaway!"

We had a great weekend at Awesome View! Wonderful house that is well maintained and clean! The kitchen is well stocked and there is lots of room on the property to spread out. We enjoyed the trees, birds and squirrels. In the hot August heat, we loved the misters on the pier to help cool us off. Mark and Brenda are fabulous hosts and very accessible. They have several other properties that are equally as nice. We will definitely be back!

"Liz and Robert, Friendswood, Texas"

We loved Awesome View. The home and view were perfect and our children loved the water and fishing. It was very quiet and relaxing. Just what we all needed for a mid-summer break. We will definitely be back.

"Great Getaway"

We (two couples) stayed at Awesome View for 3 nights and had a wonderful time. The house was spacious, and the decks and view were amazing. Although it was hot, we were quite comfortable sitting on the deck with the ceiling fans, enjoying the view. The kitchen was well stocked; we cooked a delicious meal on the gas grill one evening. We also ate at Moosehead Cafe and Tchoupitoulas in downtown Crockett. Mark and Brenda were great to work with. We would highly recommend Awesome View and hope to return soon! Please Note: Tchoupitoulas has closed, we were very sorry to see it go as it was our favorite.

"The name says it all"

Myself and a group of friends decided to stay here instead of a hotel for a wedding we had in the area. Best decision we've ever made. The house is great, the yard is extremely well manicured, and we couldn't have asked for a better view at sunset. On top of that, we found out later from others in the wedding party that we were paying less per person for the entire weekend than what they paid per night at their hotel! My only regret was that we couldn't stay longer. If you're looking for a place in the area, look no further.

"Awesome time @ Awesome view"

We had a great time at Awesome View lake house! The view is gorgeous!! The house was comfortable, and has everything you need. Just show up & relax! The owners were great to work with, and made sure our stay was the best. Thanks, Mark & Brenda! We hope to visit again soon!

"Awesome View is definitely Awesome"

We rented Awesome View for 2 nights and wished we could have stayed longer. The view is definitely awesome. The boat slips are very handy. We loved using the fire pit. Everything was spotless and well-stocked. We hope to be able to rent again soon!

"Labor Day Weekend"

Amazing Property. Clean, Well Kept, Well Supplied. Owners were very nice to work with.

The real highlight of the property is the back of the house/dock. We had plenty of room to sit outside and relax while taking in the "Awesome View" of the lake.

There is no doubt in my mind that we will visit again.

"Great time!!"

We had a great time. Nice cool water to dip into. Great fishing and it was just perfect weather. I will go back for sure.

"Awesome View is AWESOME!!!"

If you are looking for a great getaway, This is the place! Very relaxing, quiet and peaceful. Deer and other wildlife are abundant in the area. The fishing was great! Everyone we met were all very friendly and engaging. I can't say enough about the great hospitality that Mark gave us. The home was very clean, neat and Very well taken care of. Thank you so much for making our vacation a great and memorable time had by all. I would definitely recommend it to friends and relatives. The owner was very helpful and prompt with answers to any questions we had. Looking forward to going back!!

"What’s your first name? W."

We just spent a week at "Awesome View" ~ myself, husband, son and his friends and, had a wonderful time. The extra amenities that this house has exceeds all expectations. We have stayed in many vacation rentals & it is sometimes difficult to know if the description & pictures are accurate. Well, as the pictures indicate ~ this house is amazing. We turned on all the outside lights each night; lighting up the trail of deck stairs, lights around the lower water level decks and fishing lights made this house look so beautiful. We took out boat out one night and could see the house lit up from across the water ~ it was really quite something to view. Everything inside the house was also so beautiful. Everything you could possibly want in the kitchen. The owners Mark & Brenda were more than accommodating with all my questions & emails and eager to prepare for our arrival. The wood flooring in this home is beautiful; beds were comfortable with extra pillows & blankets; loved cooking in the kitchen; bathrooms & showers were great and decorated so well; provided beach towels (which we had forgotten). Everything was new & the home was very clean, something that's very important to me. The Flowers outside were so incredibly beautiful it was like being in your own private Sanctuary! There simply are not enough words to fully describe "Awesome View" and the comfort level it provides. We were in a melancholy state of mind when we had to leave and can only look to the future for a time to return to this wonderful and beautiful home. Thanks for sharing such a great place for our family and friends to spend our vacation at and we look forward to returning soon.

"What a great place!"

I decided on the day of that my family needed to get out of Conroe for the weekend. I booked online and after talking with the owners Mark & Brenda Copus, arranged to stay at Awesome View. We headed out to Crockett and we loved every minute we stayed. It was really peaceful: My husband was off his cell phone and took our oldest son fishing as I lounged around with the baby. Stars at night, lake during the day..Who needs more?

"Awesome View was as awesome as advertised!!"

My wife and I rented Awesome View for a long weekend with our daughter, son-in-law and three grandkids (ages 3,5,11). It was a wonderful weekend - even with 100 degree days. Everything is as pictured in the ad and absolutely clean and well kept. The decks were a delight with misters and fans to keep us cool and in the shade. Grandkids caught lots of pan fish off the dock and we enjoyed the kayaks and 2-person fishing boat. We hope to return for a fall trip and would highly recommend this property to others.

Dear Mark & Brenda, When we were making plans to come- I thought 3 whole days. The time went so fast- a weekend
is just not enough time to completely enjoy Awesome View. I look forward to a return visit. Thank you for thinking of
everything visitors would need during their visit. We love your house, property and hospitality. Thank you so much, we
really loved the fire at night. Everything was perfect. Thanks again!

We had a wonderful week at Awesome View. It definitely has the right name. This place is a hidden treasure. The outside decks are the best part. Great for families with kids. The owners have taken great care to make this whole place feel homey and warm. All the flowers they have carefully placed all around the outside make it look so pretty. We were very impressed with the whole experience and will definitely return. They even provided floats and water toys. They were very friendly and helpful to us when booking and bent over backwards to provide answers to all our questions. We absolutely loved this place.

Recommended for: Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway

"Lake Front Paradise"

We had a wonderful week at Awesome View. It definitely has the right name. This place is a hidden treasure. The outside decks are the best part. Great for families with kids. The owners have taken great care to make this whole place feel homey and warm. All the flowers they have carefully placed all around the outside make it look so pretty. We were very impressed with the whole experience and will definitely return. They even provided floats and water toys. They were very friendly and helpful to us when booking and bent over backwards to provide answers to all our questions. We absolutely loved this place.

A Happy B-day to Joan & Jean. Had a great girls weekend. Wonderful home to spent it in. Thank you so much.
Mark & Brenda, Thank you for a wonderful stay at Awesome View. The house is just beautiful. We really enjoyed sitting
out on the deck and around the fire. We hope to be back!

Getaway weekend. Mark & Brenda, Thanks for letting us use your wonderful home, for an amazing and relaxing weekend. We loved it here. It truly is an “awesome view” and we can definitely see why going back to Houston on Sundays will be difficult. Hope to return again!

I had a great time at awesome view! I know my Dad loved it too because he grew up here! We went kayaking and boating and swimming! My cousin got three HUGE fish, I learned how to fish, Mom relaxed. Dad found a house he grew up in that looked the same as it did 35 years ago. My only complaint is that we didn’t stay long enough! Thanks Mark & Brenda for an awesome vacation.

From Dad: The sunset views, the fishing, the decks and that cool lake I have always loved, every detail was perfect. You guys have done an incredible job and are wonderful hosts. We will be back!
Recommended for: Girls Getaway, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway

"The best kept secret in Texas: Houston County Lake"

I had a great time at awesome view! I know my Dad loved it too because he grew up here! We went kayaking and boating and swimming! My cousin got three HUGE fish, I learned how to fish, Mom relaxed. Dad found a house he grew up in that looked the same as it did 35 years ago. My only complaint is that we didn’t stay long enough! Thanks Mark & Brenda for an awesome vacation.

From Dad: The sunset views, the fishing, the decks and that cool lake I have always loved, every detail was perfect. You guys have done an incredible job and are wonderful hosts. We will be back!

"Awesome View – Houston County Lake"

Wow, what an awesome place. The house is beautiful, right on the lake, with an absolutely inspiring deck down to the water. Sunsets across the lake were picture perfect. I found time to read, swim, and just plain relax as my wife and daughter did the same. We will definitely be back and will tell others about this place. Thanks for letting us stay in Awesome View.

Bob - Houston, Texas

"Awesome visit to Awesome View"

When we were making plans to visit - I thought, "3 whole days". The time went so fast - a weekend is just not enough time to completely enjoy Awesome View. I look forward to a return visit. Thank you for thinking of everything visitors would need during their visit. Your home was immaculate and the grounds were beautiful. We love your house, property and especially your wonderful hospitality. Thank you so much, we really loved family time around the fire at night. It was an Awesome family get together at Awesome View. Everything was perfect. We loved going into Crockett with its small town charm and really enjoyed Christmas on the Square. I highly recommend Awesome View to everyone. Thanks again!