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.
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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 cycling and hunting nearby.
Cherokee Landing State Park - 7 min drive - 10.2 km
Northeastern State University - 21 min drive - 26.0 km
Tenkiller State Park - 31 min drive - 39.7 km
Getting around
Tulsa International Airport (TUL) - 79 min drive
Restaurants
Princess Drive-in - 9 min drive
Big Red - 6 min drive
Nancy’s Homemade Pies & Cafe - 6 min drive
Dockside Pizza - 17 min walk
Hungry House Cafe - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Tranquil Bay House on Lake Tenkiller near Tahlequah pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Tranquil Bay House on Lake Tenkiller near Tahlequah?
As of 17 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tranquil Bay House on Lake Tenkiller near Tahlequah on 18 September 2026 start from NZ$650, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Tranquil Bay House on Lake Tenkiller near Tahlequah?
On-site parking is available at the 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.
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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.
Very easy to use this was my first time using vrbo
Sandy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2021
Glad we could be your first experience with VRBO. We enjoyed having your family stay at the Bay House. You are the kind of guest we love having and we hope you will come stay again!!
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.
Carol D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
It was our pleasure to host you and your family. You were perfect guests!! We would love to host you anytime you are in our area again.
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
Thomas M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 October 2020
Thank you Thomas. You were great guests and we really enjoyed hosting you and your family. We welcome you back any time!
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.
martha s.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for your kind words. Your family was an absolute joy to have at the Bay House and to have a great celebration time with your son and soon to be daughter!! Thanks for blessing us with more toys for our toy closet!! If you ever repeat a place to stay, just know you are welcome here any time!!
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!
Erin B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2023
Ahhhh!! Thanks Rebecca. You guys are the type of vacationers that keep us going!!We loved hosting your group!
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!
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.
Cait W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 October 2022
We are so glad everything worked out for your visit here. Your family was so great to take care of the house and property. We would love to host your group anytime!
The Love Family is amazing! You will not regret staying here. It has everything you would ever need, and is absolutely gorgeous. ❤
Kellie N.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank You Ke llie. It was such a pleasure to host you and your family. We certainly appreciate the gift you left :) We would love to have you back anytime!!
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 at the house for a girls weekend. Vickie was such a nice hostess and was quick to respond to any questions we had. House was very clean and spacious with great outdoor space. Beautiful area of the lake. It was perfect for what we were needing and we would definitely stay again!
Tammy V.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2020
Tammy and her friends were AWESOME guests!! They were very self sufficient and we barely knew they were there. This is the type of guests all hosts wished they could book every weekend! We do hope you return Tammy it was great having you and Thank You for taking such great care of the property.
About the host
Hosted by Chuck and Vickie Love
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.