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Lakeside Retreat to Relax & Unwind, and take in the Best Sunsets on the Lake!

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Another amazing sunset!
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10153.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Mabank, TX
  • Cedar Creek Reservoir
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Tom Finley Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Whatz-Up Family Fun Park
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Middle Bedroom

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

M Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakeside Retreat to Relax & Unwind, and take in the Best Sunsets on the Lake!

Enjoy the best sunset view on the lake! Time to slow things down a bit and have a change in scenery? Why not catch the birds as they pass over the water, just as the sun sets and the sky turns from blue to amber, before the stars begin to shine.

Come stay at our home - recently updated with new flooring throughout, updated 2nd bath and brand new sleeper/sectional in main living room. The home is thoroughly cleaned after each guests stay. Perfect for a family get away or a group of friends looking for a weekend adventure. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath lakeside retreat is the place to make those memories happen. Wake up and enjoy your morning coffee on the fully furnished covered porch, while watching a flock of Ducks pass by. Later as evening arrives, take in the breathtaking sunset views on the open water. Lots of room for all to gather around the over-sized stone fire pit. Roast marshmallows, make s'mores and reminisce about the days fun filled events. A portable Bluetooth speaker is available for inside or on the covered elevated porch.

While inside this cozy retreat, gather in the kitchen while preparing dinner, looking out over the lake. With 3 fully furnished bedrooms, a pullout couch and additional bunk-beds, the home can comfortably sleep 6 -8 adults and/or 4 children. The open concept provides two living rooms that can be enjoyed by all or to provide the adults space to stretch out on the comfortable lounge furniture while the kids take over the game room. Board games and a giant Jenga game are provided for all to play. The home is equipped with 3 TV's with Roku's, so you have access to all of your favorite Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, etc., web based entertainment. WIFI is provided, allowing you to stay connected, however we do recommend 'unplugging' while at the lake.

The retreat is located within Indian Harbor on an over sized lot that offers a landscaped and enclosed side yard. Take advantage of the lake, bring your fishing gear and try your luck. Go swimming or just float in the expansive protected cove with beautiful lake views. There is easy access to 2 private boat ramps, visible from the home, so bring your boat and jet skis to enjoy. The home does have a covered boat house with a lift and a single jet ski lift. Please be sure to let us know if you would like to use them for your water craft.

Easy to get to, just an hour’s drive from downtown Dallas. This retreat is conveniently located close to shopping and restaurants in Gun Barrel City or Athens. Explore the largest flea market in the U.S. with a trip to Canton’s First Monday Trade Days (held on the weekend adjacent to the first Monday of each month), only 30-minute away! IF you like to get out and explore, a book of suggestions is provided along with tips for enjoying your stay.

We welcome you to come and enjoy Lake Life...Relax, Unplug, & Unwind.
C'mon, what are you waiting for?

Property manager

Laura Broadhead-Kipp
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No parties/Loud Events
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs - Housebroken, must clean up after
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outdoors only
Boathouse and jet ski lift are available - Must Contact us to discuss access
We do allow pets, up to 2 per stay and this does require a pet fee. We also ask that you keep the pets off of ALL Furniture.
If planning to have daytime guests - this needs to be communicated prior to your stay.

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: No parties/Loud Events
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Mabank

Located in Mabank, this holiday home is on a lake. Purtis Creek State Park and Cedar Creek Reservoir reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Whatz-Up Family Fun Park and East Texas Arboretum. Athens Bowling Center and Henderson County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting.
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Mabank, TX

What's nearby

  • Cedar Creek Reservoir - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tom Finley Park - 13 min drive - 13.3 km
  • The Library at Cedar Creek Lake - 16 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Whatz-Up Family Fun Park - 16 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Purtis Creek State Park - 24 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Casa - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Retreat to Relax & Unwind, and take in the Best Sunsets on the Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Lakeside Retreat to Relax & Unwind, and take in the Best Sunsets on the Lake!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Retreat to Relax & Unwind, and take in the Best Sunsets on the Lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Retreat to Relax & Unwind, and take in the Best Sunsets on the Lake! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Cedar Creek Reservoir and within 12 miles (20 km) of Tom Finley Park and Whatz-Up Family Fun Park. The Library at Cedar Creek Lake and Optimist Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 170 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristy W.

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

Great weekend retreat

This was a great place for a relaxing weekend retreat. The neighborhood is sketchy until you get to the property, which was nice. The house was very clean and had everything you needed to have a relaxing weekend with the worry of forgetting stuff such as plates, utensils, etc. the check in process was very easy and they host/owners responded quickly. Even though the bowl dock was partially closed for storm damage repair , we were able to use it without issues. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

kayla C.

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

Not the best

Not impressed
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Linda Bunk W.

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

Spring break

Wonderful view of lake . Beautiful sunset.comfy beds. Lots of seating inside and outside. Quiet neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

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

Quiet getaway

Very clean nice place to getaway from all the hassle of the holidays so peaceful we really enjoyed our time away
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

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

Canton girls trip

Wonderful quiet place away from the crowds of Canton but within a short drive to thrifting! Lots of yummy restaurants close ba and the views are amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful sunset views

The neighborhood was not what was expected based on location. However, the inside of the property was very clean and the back porch view of the lake was beautiful. Laura the owner even stopped by to bring soap and chat.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taryn Y.

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

Best place for a family gathering

So thoughtfully appointed. Very comfortable stay. Everythjng we needed for our stay! Our hostess met us and went over the property. Beautiful sunsets. Really great outdoor deck to watch the birds on the lake. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan G.

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

Cedar Creek

Had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Had a blast!

Had a blast!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

Becky's 65th birthday.

The property was great. The view on the back porch was spectacular. We loved drinking coffee and putting our makeup on the back porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Heidi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Good Stay Overall

The neighborhood was a little scary but once at the property all seemed ok. Jessi, the property manager was wonderful. The place was very clean and nicely decorated. Ample sleeping and living areas. The only reason not giving a perfect rating is the Adirondack chairs were mostly broken and unusable. Glad we brought our own. The outdoor speaker was also not working. But everything was really nice and overall had a fun family weekend with friends
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Lake life get-a-way

Just need to make sure that everything works and that its fixed before people arrive. ( Dock lights & paddle boat )
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khristale M.

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

Great getaway

Awesome!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose M.

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

Amazing time

The property is great my family and I have stayed here year in and year out and it does not disappoint. Management is great and very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

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

Amazing!

The house feels like home. Jessi and Laura make sure that you are taken care of! The outdoor set up is the best! The sunset views are breathtaking. 10 out of 10, would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siera S.

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

Memorial day weekend

We absolutely loved it! We had a great time! We look forward to doing it again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie D.

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

Lake front Cutie

property was just perfect for our group. clean and cozy. beautiful views of the lake. well stocked kitchen, comfy beds, Deck was perfect for enjoying evenings. easy check-in and Jessi and Laura responsive and helpful. Would definitely recommend and return
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie A.

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

Family getaway

A great family getaway with plenty of room. Truly a hidden gem.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lizz N.

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

Great for family weekend

Beautiful views where it feels like your own little part of paradise. Fishing to going to Canton and shopping. Will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry K.

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

The porch is my happy place!

The place was spotless and the side yard is great for fur babies. The neighborhood is a bit rough, but once you are at the rental is is amazing. The lake is so peaceful. The porch was where I relaxed with morning coffee and evening sunsets. Stayed the week of the eclipse and was able to observe totality from the backyard. The fire pit is really nice and we made some great s'mores ♥️
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn B.

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

Great Stay

The house is really nice, and very clean. The manager met us at check in and showed us around the place and was there to ask any questions we had. We were hoping for warmer weather, so we could actually get in the water, but with the wind and the clouds we ended up just handing on the porch and by the water. Which was the second best thing, to swimming/floating. The view is wonderful, lots of bird and boats to watch. There are a lot of places to DoorDash from in the area, and we had a spectacular weekend just hanging out.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobby H.

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

Weekend Fishing Trip

The property was very clean. The floors and carpeting was new. No issues and would stay again! . Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Shirley S., Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Needs Updates

Needs update: Carpet needs to be cleaned, unlevel floors, bedroom doors need to be held by a block, boat dock needs boards replaced and spider webs knocked down. The backyard view is amazing for sunsets! Clean bathrooms and kitchen! Great host! Jessie and Laura were awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindy G.

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

The views are amazing

The house sits right on Cedar Creek reservoir and has stunning sunsets and views. It’s such a relaxing place to stay. Definitely family friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Meagan R., Austin, TX

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

Very clean!

The place was very clean and decorated for the holiday. Host was responsive and even came to our "rescue" quickly when we locked ourselves out. The lake access is beautiful and can be enjoyed from the deck or the dock. We had everything we needed during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Laura Broadhead-Kipp

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We have been homeowners on Cedar Creek Lake for over 13 years. This is our Oasis, our happy place to unwind and relax. We hope that you will take in a sunset or many and enjoy your time here too!

What makes this property unique

The VIEW! We have been all around this lake for many years and our cove within a cove delivers the best view without being by any rough waters. There is great lake activity in our outer cove and views to the other side of the lake!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests