The Best Sunsets on the Lake! Large cove, big firepit & great fishing awaits!

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A view from a covered deck overlooking a lake with a dock and a small pavilion.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A wooden dock extending into a lake with a covered seating area and a boat in the distance.
A lakeside house with a dock, a covered deck, and a fire pit.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Cedar Creek Reservoir

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Arcade/game room
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Mabank, TX
  • Place, Cedar Creek Reservoir
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Richland Chambers Reservoir
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Place, First Monday Trade Days
    ‪59 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 and 1 Single Bunk 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
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

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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 Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing adventures can be found near the property.
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Mabank, TX

What's nearby

  • Cedar Creek Reservoir - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Purtis Creek State Park - 26 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Lake Athens - 40 min drive - 53.1 km
  • Richland Chambers Reservoir - 59 min drive - 60.4 km
  • First Monday Trade Days - 59 min drive - 55.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Casa - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Best Sunsets on the Lake! Large cove, big firepit & great fishing awaits! pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Best Sunsets on the Lake! Large cove, big firepit & great fishing awaits!?

As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Best Sunsets on the Lake! Large cove, big firepit & great fishing awaits! on 8 January 2027 start from NZ$814, 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 The Best Sunsets on the Lake! Large cove, big firepit & great fishing awaits!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Best Sunsets on the Lake! Large cove, big firepit & great fishing awaits!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Best Sunsets on the Lake! Large cove, big firepit & great fishing awaits!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Best Sunsets on the Lake! Large cove, big firepit & great fishing awaits! 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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 196 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 196 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 196 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 196 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 196 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. House was clean and plenty of room for our group
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a nice time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great pet friendly spot. The side yard was perfect for them. Great sunsets. Great overall getaway lake spot.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2026
So glad that you enjoyed your time at our lake escape!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Owner answered questions quickly. Definitely would go back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views are absolutely beautiful. Our family spent time together and just enjoyed the peace and calm retreat from our very busy lives. Our host Laura is amazing! She makes sure everything about the stay is seemless and that her home is cozy and welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded our expectations!! Kitchen was impressive with how much it was stocked with everything you’d need. Wonderful experience, with the best views and sunsets! Couldn’t have asked for more!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 March 2026
So glad that you enjoyed your stay! Come back to relax and unwind again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great economical place on the lake. Laura is also an accommodating host. All out party joyed the property, even in late Fall. We would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice property by the lake

and enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice and relaxing

Stay was nice and relaxing. Lake views are outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 April 2025
Thank you for your review! We have to agree that the view of the lake, sunsets and peacefulness of our cove is great! We hope you will visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Get Away

Great location, beautiful sunsets and a very relaxing place to stay. This was our second year to stay here on Memorial Day weekend and we hope to continue doing this.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2021
We are so happy to have guests that reutn to stay with us and that just get the beauty of the sunsets and the slower pace that is the lake! Come back to stay with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway place!

Love the lake and location on the waterfront. Owners and property manager very friendly. Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2023
So happy that you had a good time! Please come visit with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Really loved it

We loved it and will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 April 2025
So happy to hear that you enjoyed your time at the lake!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a blast!

Had a blast!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Winter stay

Stayed here because we had a wedding really had some very besunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2024
We are so happy that you and your family enjoyed your stay! We strive to provide a comfortable, clean and amazing water access to all of our guests! Please tell your friends & come stay again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Restful Covid Relief trip

Comfortable cabin and wonderful sunsets. Enjoyed our 3 night visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Memorial Day weekend

It was a very comfortable place, everything you needed was there the view was amazing. I highly recommend this place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2025
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay! We hope you will come back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house and location

We loved the house and location on the lake. Sunsets were amazing and there’s plenty of room to swim and play in the water. The whole family had a blast and we’re already looking forward to a return. Best place we’ve rented at Cedar Creek!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
Thank you for the comments! We truly love the views and the cove within a cove provides a safer, calmer place to enjoy the water. We look forward to you visiting again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun trip

Great views and enjoyed the paddle boat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing with beautiful sunsets

Great girls getaway, so close to shopping; very peaceful and plenty of room to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 November 2022
So glad that you enjoyed your time at the lake! We hope that you will come back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

We stayed at the house with a group of friends for a weekend getaway. The property was clean and there was plenty of space for everyone. I would recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
Thanks so much! Glad that you enjoyed your time at the lake. Laura & Joe
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

LOVED our stay!

The house was perfect, both in size and location! Fantastic access to the lake (as it was right on it!). The house had everything we needed to have a good time (grill, paddle boat, los of tables, etc). We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 28 December 2024
So happy that you enjoyed your stay!! time at the lake is just relaxing and revitalizing! We hope you will join us again.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Are 2025 vacation

We love this Lake we will be back we like the property that we stayed on very beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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