10/10 Excellent
ALYSON G.
13 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
good
ALYSON G.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Entire home
The Ranch House at Lake O' the Pines
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Jefferson, TX
- Lake O' the Pines17 min walk
- Big Cypress Marina6 min drive
- Caddo Lake State Park31 min drive
- Marshall, TX (ASL-Harrison County)39 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Ranch House at Lake O' the Pines
Think of it as rural living with all the comforts and a huge backyard. This freshly remodeled home sits amid some of East Texas' best attractions! Lake O' the Pines and the Big Cypress Bayou are within a half-mile, the uniquely historic town of Jefferson is eight miles, and the unparalleled beauty of Caddo Lake is about twenty miles. The bedrooms are cozy, the kitchen is fully stocked, and the backyard boasts a fire pit and grill. The cows may graze along the back fence as you enjoy your morning coffee in the sunroom. So whether you want to explore what our area has to offer or stay in and relax, The Ranch House is a great place. And if you must work or use wi-fi, we have just installed the long-awaited Starlink system so that you'll have that capability with faster speeds - best of both worlds!
Property manager
Kristi Thomas
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Non-refundable deposit required for up to two
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Jefferson
Located in Jefferson, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Museum of Measurement and Time and Jefferson Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Big Cypress Marina and Enoch's Stomp Vineyard & Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Haley's Antiques and Old Mill Antiques. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Jefferson, TX
What's nearby
- Lake O' the Pines - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Lakeside Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
- Big Cypress Marina - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
- Jefferson Historical Museum - 16 min drive - 15.4 km
- Caddo Lake State Park - 31 min drive - 34.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Crumps Country Kitchen - 5 min drive
- One Stop Grill - 13 min drive
- Big Cypress Tavern - 13 min drive
- Rendezvous Bikini Bar - 11 min drive
- Ernie's Bar-B-Q - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Laurie G.
27 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Getaway
Laurie G.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
John S.
23 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Ranch House
John S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tana A.
15 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Tana A.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ronny N.
14 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home.
Ronny N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ronald L L.
2 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quite and Cozy
Ronald L L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Cody A.
16 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
New Years Jefferson Tx trip
Cody A.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Darin H.
1 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Property
Darin H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jerry T.
31 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, very hospitable hosts.
Jerry T.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Donna H., Spring, TX
23 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Fishing Trip
Donna H.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kasandra S., Tyler
6 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Kasandra S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Eleanor C.
14 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake o’ the Pines
Eleanor C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Letty T.
11 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kristi made every thing so welcoming
Letty T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
2 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from Home
Susan R.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bill & Kathy W.
16 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place
Bill & Kathy W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Wanda V.
3 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Wanda V.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jodie C.
8 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Ranch House Rocks (and so do the hosts)
Jodie C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rebel M.
29 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet & Peaceful & Very Comfortable
Rebel M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Randall B., Lufkin, TX
14 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place
Randall B.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Aaron W.
8 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We won't stay any other place than The Ranch House!!
Aaron W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda
2 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Rhonda
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Selena D.
26 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our favorite girls trip!
Selena D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mark B.
3 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a gem!
Mark B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bob T.
26 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing trip
Bob T.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Howard U.
1 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great 1st time
Howard U.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
About the host
Hosted by Kristi Thomas
Hi, I'm Kristi, and my husband Jerry and I have retired from civil engineering and accounting careers, respectively. We are both life-long residents of Lake O' the Pines and are nature-lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. We love anything that has to do with water and kayak a lot. If you have any questions about outdoor recreation, ask us! To that end, we love helping guests to our East Texas area discover and explore all there is to see and do here.
Jerry's father built The Ranch House in 1963 as the family residence, and it sits on several acres over the hill from our place. After retiring, he was sheriff of Marion County and loved watching the Red Brangus cattle in the pastures outside of the fenced areas. We have remodeled the space and believe that he and his wife Priscilla would be happy to see families and friends enjoying the comforts of their homeplace.
We have listed the property on another platform with great success and have honestly had some of the best guests! Although we haven't "met" most of them in the traditional way due to the current state of Covid affairs, we love the communication and the opportunity to share our East Texas home with travelers from so many places. We've been satisfied with many repeat guests, also, and that makes our hearts happy!
Overall, sharing The Ranch House with others has been a wonderful experience, and we have a mission to continue to evolve as one of the most inviting and comfortable stays you can choose!
Jerry's father built The Ranch House in 1963 as the family residence, and it sits on several acres over the hill from our place. After retiring, he was sheriff of Marion County and loved watching the Red Brangus cattle in the pastures outside of the fenced areas. We have remodeled the space and believe that he and his wife Priscilla would be happy to see families and friends enjoying the comforts of their homeplace.
We have listed the property on another platform with great success and have honestly had some of the best guests! Although we haven't "met" most of them in the traditional way due to the current state of Covid affairs, we love the communication and the opportunity to share our East Texas home with travelers from so many places. We've been satisfied with many repeat guests, also, and that makes our hearts happy!
Overall, sharing The Ranch House with others has been a wonderful experience, and we have a mission to continue to evolve as one of the most inviting and comfortable stays you can choose!
Why they chose this property
The Ranch House at Lake O' the Pines is in a great location if you value privacy and want to be close to Jefferson, the Big Cypress Bayou, Lake O' the Pines, and Caddo Lake. How cool is that? There's a huge parking lot area in the front and a circular drive outside the extensively fenced yard. This makes it easy for anglers with boats, and there is an electrical outlet on the end of the garage for charging batteries.
No matter which direction you choose if you plan to explore, you're right in the heart of it! Many guests enjoy the comfort level so much that they take the opportunity to relax and unwind, never even leaving the property. We have an excellent selection of board games, outdoor games, and amenities to choose from, and the kitchen is stocked with everything you might need, including common spices and other perks. We will also provide a packet of information before your stay on events, restaurants, and things to do and see in our area. We want you to know about all the things our East Texas area has to offer so that you may have the best experience while you are here!
No matter which direction you choose if you plan to explore, you're right in the heart of it! Many guests enjoy the comfort level so much that they take the opportunity to relax and unwind, never even leaving the property. We have an excellent selection of board games, outdoor games, and amenities to choose from, and the kitchen is stocked with everything you might need, including common spices and other perks. We will also provide a packet of information before your stay on events, restaurants, and things to do and see in our area. We want you to know about all the things our East Texas area has to offer so that you may have the best experience while you are here!
What makes this property unique
We have a unique situation in that we are right over the hill if you need us, yet we are out of sight. You will feel like you have a slice of rural life while you're at The Ranch House, with plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. The fire pit will be loaded, and we provide all the necessities for grilling on the charcoal grill. If you bring a pet(s), they will have two fenced areas to go outside safely. We are fortunate that the parking area is extensive and that you will not have neighborhoods to navigate during your stay. You will feel that you have your own home on the ranch, and we feel confident that it will be both a refreshing and relaxing stay!
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