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Tranquil Bay House on Lake Tenkiller near Tahlequah

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Bay House from the front.
Covered Back Porch and upper deck with lake view
Gas grill with 6 burners
Little outside gazebo for sitting and great for pics.
Entry to house

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 18288.0 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Park Hill, OK
  • Tenkiller Ferry Lake
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Cherokee Landing State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Cherokee Casino Tahlequah
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1 Master Bedroom (downstairs)

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2 (downstairs)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 (downstairs)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (downstairs)

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5 Master bedroom (upstairs)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6 (upstairs)

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 (downstairs)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 1 Master bath (downstairs)

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3 (upstairs)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tranquil Bay House on Lake Tenkiller near Tahlequah

This Spacious 3100 sq ft home is a quiet getaway in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. It is nestled on two acres with a lake view and is a mere 1200 feet from the Pettit Bay Marina and Park entrances and 10 miles from the Zeb Wildlife Management Area. The large yard can accomodate campers and boats or pitch your own tent. The gazebo has provided for many picturesque moments and the fire pit with andirondack chairs provide for great evening entertainment. There are various seating throughout the yards with a picnic table and cusioned swings. A few long banquet tables can be requested for serving outdoor meals. Guests have access to covered parking for 2 vehicles.

The house has 6 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms, . The Downstairs master bedroom has a king size bed, full shower, and a jacuzzi bathtub. There are 3 more bedrooms downstairs all with comfy queen beds. One of the bedrooms has a lake view and a couch with a truly comfortable pull out bed. This is a great room for a family with children. The upstairs master bedroom has a balcony with a lake view. The bathroom has a deep soaker tub and shower. There is an additional bedroom with a full size Ikea bed called the "Red Room". The kitchen has vaulted ceilings, granite counter tops and is fully equipped for preparing meals for large or small groups. The kithen comes with a drip coffee pot and a K-cup Kurig. The dining room has a large table that seats eight. There is a small childs table for seating four toddlers. The kitchen island seats an additional three people on bar stools. There is a large pantry for storing your food. The living room is very spacious and can accomodate many people. The large windows look out on to the covered deck with seating and tables with a view of the lake. The Living room has a 55 inch flat screen with Direct tv, and wifi.

Lake Tenkiller is the clearest body of water in the state of Oklahoma with 130 miles of scenic shoreline. It has two state parks and 20 parks managed by the Corp of Engineerss. Tenkiller is known for its boating and fishing activities. If you're fishing for bass, walleye, crappie or trout - this is the lake to visit! Bring your boat or if you don't have one there are several marina rental sites available for boats, jet skis, paddle boards, and boat pull toys. Eating on the lake is an incredible experience at the floating restaurants and there are some excellent land based restaurants also. Tenkiller is a magnificent memory-making lake that will capture your heart and sense of adventure.

For the HUNTERS, The Bay House is a mere 5-10 miles from the Qualls and Zeb entrances to the Wildlife Conservation Areas. Cherokee WMA consists of approximately 31,360 acres in southwestern Cherokee County and is located two miles south of Hwy. 62 at Zeb, Oklahoma. The WMA is a mixture of uplands with scattered fields and small stream riparian areas. Numerous ponds dot the landscape. Oak-hickory timber on rolling hills predominate the area. Fields and meadows with native bunch grasses and brushy thickets are found throughout with several seasonal small streams bisecting the area. The main drainage is Greenleaf Creek, which runs east to west, and contains typical bottom land over-story such as: sycamore, elm, ash, hackberry, mulberry and pecan. The average annual precipitation is about 41 inches. The management area is divided into a 16,000-acre Public Hunting Area (PHA) and a 15,360-acre Game Management Area (GMA). The PHA is generally open year round for legal seasons, while the GMA is open mainly for controlled hunts.
General Hunting Seasons
Deer Archery: October 1, 2018 to January 15, 2019.
Youth Deer Gun: October 19, 2018 to October 21, 2018.
Deer Primitive Arms (Muzzleloading): October 27, 2018 to November 4, 2018.
Deer Gun: November 17, 2018 to December 2, 2018.
Holiday Antlerless: December 21, 2018 to December 30, 2018.
General Hunting Seasons | Oklahoma Department of Wildlife ...

The city of Tahlequah, located 20 minutes away and is part of the "Green Country" region of Oklahoma and was established as the capital of the 19th century Cherokee Nation in 1893, as part of the new settlement in Indian Territory after the Trail of Tears. The current and present Cherokee Complex can be toured as well as the old court house, cultural center, old jail, art galleries, restaurant and gift shops. While there is much history to see and experience, the town of Tahlequah also offers movie theaters, live theater, a jazz lab, 2 golf courses, antiques, quaint parks, casino, shopping, antiques, restaurants and coffee shops. Tahlequah is also home to Northeastern State University and has that college vibe on the north end of town.

Another one of Tahlequah's biggest outdoor attractions is the scenic Illinois River, which is home to over 60 miles of breathtaking landscapes. Floating is one of the biggest recreational activities available. Depending on your preference, you may float by raft, kayak or canoe.

Property manager

Chuck and Vickie Love
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Small events can be discussed before booking
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is NOT allowed in the house.
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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
Note from host: small events can be discussed before booking
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

About the area

Park Hill

Located in Park Hill, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cherokee Landing State Park and Cherokee State Game Refuge, while George M. Murrell Home and Cherokee Heritage Center are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Park Hill, OK

What's nearby

  • Pettit Bay Public Use Area - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tenkiller Ferry Lake - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cherokee Landing State Park - 11 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Cherokee Casino Tahlequah - 15 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Tenkiller State Park - 31 min drive - 32.0 km

Getting around

  • Tulsa International Airport (TUL) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Red Drive In Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Village Deck and Galley - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Princess Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sportsman's BBQ - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Skipper's Restaurant - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Bay House on Lake Tenkiller near Tahlequah pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Bay House on Lake Tenkiller near Tahlequah?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Bay House on Lake Tenkiller near Tahlequah?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Bay House on Lake Tenkiller near Tahlequah located?

Located in the heart of Park Hill, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Pettit Bay Public Use Area and Tenkiller Ferry Lake. Strayhorn Landing Public Use Area is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

joni m.

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

Great experience

This was the perfect place to host a small family reunion! My family really enjoyed our stay! I recommend to others!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ward S.

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

Value

Overall good location and the place was a good value. Owners were quite accessible when needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

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

Great place to stay

Lots of lake and yard toys. Kids had a blast in the little pool that was there. Lots of space and plenty of bedrooms for a group of 16.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

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

Wonderful family time

Very accommodating, family friendly for all ages, entertainment for everyone perfect location and plenty of parking for all of our families. The house was very comfortable and the large front porch was the perfect gathering spot.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

Good times

The house was very clean and we had a awesome stay here
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori b.

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

Great family home

This home is perfect for a large family. The fully loaded kitchen is fabulous for large meals. The yard is huge and perfect for children. Lots of games and water equipment for your use. Pettit Bay park and marina is an excellent place for young children to swim in a marked off area. Very nice well manicured picnic and camping areas also. Have stayed there twice and hope to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

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

Family Getaway

Fabulous location, every amenity my family could ever need for our stay. Looking for next year's visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam J.

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

Everyone enjoyed our stay at the Bay House.

The house was clean and as described. Our party of 16 enjoyed our 5 day stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

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

Great stay

Has everything and more
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rodney W.

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

Lake house

Great place to stay!! Great people!!!
Stayed 29 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia I.

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

Great Lake House for Big Family!

Such a great place to stay! Big house! Lots of toys and things for the little ones. Close to Petit Bay park, loved the yard games and kayaks!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cooki T.

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

Amazing Place for the Holidays!

We had an absolute amazing time in Petit! The house was everything we needed and more and Vickie was a great communicator!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shonda K.

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

Awesome hosts

The Loves are absolutely amazing! So accommodating and went out of their way for anything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Excellent

We needed a place for our whole family to escape to and just have a great time together! This was the place! It was like a home away from home! The hosts checked on us and we could feel the love in the house!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry T., Bentonville

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

Sagley/Thomas Weekin Getaway

Spacious for all 8 elderly grownups to move around in all the areas of the house. Kitchen was great for preparing meals. Beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly D.

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

Perfect property for multiple families

The home was exactly what are large group needed! Plenty of space, beautiful property that came with a wide variety of outdoor games, and the hosts were easy to communicate with and showed fantastic hospitality! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S., Wewoka

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

Family fun memories

Very easy to use this was my first time using vrbo
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol D.

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

Great Place

This was a beautiful home with a great front and backyard. Vickie and Chuck made sure everything we would need was provided for. My family had a wonderful time and enjoyed the lake while there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

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

Family Vacation

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our time at your property. Plenty of room and amenities to make our stay care free. We plan on booking your place again for next year. Thank you again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

martha s.

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

It was wonderful! It felt like home!!

It was wonderful from the get-go! Vicky and Chuck are wonderful hosts take , good care of us, the house was , clean and very very well-stocked. It was the best house we have stayed at in our 7 years of taking trips.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cait W.

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

Spacious Gathering Place

Chuck and Vickie’s place was the perfect place for our our extended family to gather for my cousin’s wedding. We appreciated the cleanliness and thorough communication they provided. If we’re ever in the area again, we’d certainly stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Duane D.

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

Great house

No problems, just perfect
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellie N., Freedom

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

Heaven

The Love Family is amazing! You will not regret staying here. It has everything you would ever need, and is absolutely gorgeous. ❤
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

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

excellent

excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carson P.

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

Amazing Property and Splendid Hosts

Some friends and I stayed here for a Memorial Day Weekend. Chuck and Vickie baked cookies for our check-in and were incredibly prompt in answering questions over text. The outdoor spaces were incredible with plenty of seating and activities. Would highly recommend staying here and having coffee on the back porch with friends and family! Thank you so much Chuck and Vickie!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Chuck and Vickie Love

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We have been at the Bay House for 32 years, raised our family here and enjoyed this beautiful area. When we became empty nesters we opted for a smaller place, but wanted others to be able to experience our little piece of paradise. We hope you will consider staying here and vacationing. There is so much see and do. We would love to host you.

Why they chose this property

We often came from Kansas to this area to vacation on the Illinois River and Lake Tenkiller. It had the best of both worlds. We love floating the river and boating on the lake. We knew this was where we wanted to live. We purchased this house and over the years the house was remodeled and became much more spacious and family accomodating. We have put a lot of work into our yard and created a well maintained park-like environment. Its just a great place to relax and enjoy family and friends.

Languages:

English

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