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Gator Lodge on Caddo Lake

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Welcome to Gator Lodge!
Front room
Bedroom 1
Full kitchen
Bedroom 2

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Jefferson, TX
  • Place, Caddo Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge
  • Place, Caddo Lake State Park
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shreveport, LA (SHV-Shreveport Regional)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gator Lodge on Caddo Lake

Gator Lodge is a waterfront property which sets high among towering oak trees overlooking Caddo Lake. We welcomed our first guests in 2010. Three bay boathouse with over the water deck for fishing and relaxation. Deck has table and chairs with ceiling fan. Canoe furnished for guest use. Excellent fishing off of dock.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Ashtrays are provided on the porch for smoking.

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Jefferson

Located in Jefferson, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Caddo-Pine Island Oil Historical Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Caddo Lake and Frog Island. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Jefferson, TX

What's nearby

  • Caddo Lake - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Historic Caddo Lake Drawbridge - 33 min drive - 41.2 km
  • Caddo Lake State Park - 39 min drive - 47.1 km
  • Horseshoe Bossier City Casino - 59 min drive - 81.1 km
  • Margaritaville Resort Casino - 59 min drive - 80.3 km

Getting around

  • Shreveport, LA (SHV-Shreveport Regional) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Pines Lodge - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Bar & Grill - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Shady Glade Cafe - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Uncertain Tavern - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Pelican Lodge Catfish - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gator Lodge on Caddo Lake pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

Where is Gator Lodge on Caddo Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Caddo Lake and within 20 miles (32 km) of Frog Island and Caddo-Pine Island Oil Historical Museum. Earl G Williamson Park and Historic Caddo Lake Drawbridge are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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

Amber G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful place to stay with really nice/helpful hosts. Highly recommend staying here if you want peace & quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was very clean,and cozy.The view was outstanding.The kitchen had everything you could need! The boathouse was very nice also.Overall our stay was wonderful,and we are looking forward to coming back to our favorite Lake Caddo!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoroughly enjoyed our extended weekend getaway at this place. Multiple areas to relax. Utilized the canoe numerous times. Watched the sunset. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted O.

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

Gator getaway

Very enjoyable, quiet and relaxing stay. Sam and Lize are great hosts who made us feel right at home. This location is fairly remote with stores or restaurants 20 to 30 mins away so just bring what you need. We even had some luck fishing from the boathouse on a rainy day and caught several nice crappie.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

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

Loved it!

This was our 2nd time staying at this property, and we'll do it again next year. The house has just about everything you'd need, and it's clean & comfortable. It being on the lake made our stay super convenient & extremely enjoyable. I can't wait to go back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal D.

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

Honeymoon on Caddo

From my DIL.....It was so peaceful! The birds and squirrels were my favorite part hahah! The dock was fun ee enjoyed fishing! The house was cute and spacious! They had books and movies! The property was lovely and had seating all around! Our morning coffee outside was wonderful. Such a quiet, relaxing, and magical weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

josh g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little place to stay when visiting caddo lake
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was great. It has everything and more that you will need and want for just a weekend stay or a long week stay. Great lake access with a great dock that you can dock your boat, fish off of, or just sit and enjoy the great lake views. We fished for 4 days straight all over the lake and caught our biggest fish right in front of the dock here. The owners are just next door and will help with anything you may need. We cant wait to get back.
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Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was friendly and accommodating. Will definitely be back! The dock is spacious and relaxing to be on and the view is wonderful, the house was very comfortable to be in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was perfect for a fishing trip. The dock was amazing and the boat ramp was close. The house was super clean and cozy. Absolutely recommend to anyone visiting Caddo lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

Quick get away with unique views

We do plan to return and memories were made. Canoeing firsts and wonderful stocked lodging!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

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

Wonderful Place

We enjoyed every aspect of our stay here. The location is beautiful, and the house is lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janeen C.

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

Relaxing

Beautiful property, quiet, no distractions. Short 22 min drive to dining, state park, and boat tours. If you want to do nothing and enjoy nature, this the place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chancey H.

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

Amazing stay

The property was so beautiful and the owners were such great people! We will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

COLLEENE M.

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

Peaceful haven

We had such a relaxing stay. It is tranquil with a private fishing pier. The owners were so helpful. The bed was very comfortable. The perfect place if you are looking to get away from it all!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elyssa B.

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

Spring break getaway

My husband, 2 boys and I stayed here over Spring Break for a close to home getaway. We had a great time fishing on the dock and exploring the area (Big Pines Lodge has amazing food and live outdoor entertainment). The kitchen had everything you might need and the owners were nearby to assist with check in and the luggage lift. Keep in mind if you are in a big truck the turn to get to the property is very sharp. The only down side were the mattresses, they're all extremely firm but we didn't stay in them long anyway. We will definitely stay here again and catch another sunset on the dock.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

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

Best part of the lake!!

Loved our brief stay at Gator Lodge! I stay at my family's place down the road for few months out of the year, but we had family in town and needed more space. If you're looking to come to Caddo, you can't beat this location for the best of Caddo. (I'm probably biased, but the views from this part of the big lake are stunning -- positioned to catch every sunset over the water on the Big Lake.)Gator Lodge is great for a classic Caddo cabin experience -- modern amenities with the way the lake felt growing up. The dock/outdoor spaces here are incredible as well. If you want a boring house rental that could be in a big city or anywhere, go elsewhere. If you're looking to really feel like you're at Caddo, come here. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Caddo Lake Thanksgiving!

Liz and Sam are amazing hosts who were receptive to our needs. We had a glorious day of cooking for Thanksgiving, then canoeing, fishing, hiking, campfire, and more. Caddo Lake is eerily beautiful; perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori A.

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

Great place to recharge

Very comfortable. Everything you need to relax away all your stress. Beds were so comfortable and cozy. Views of the lake from the kitchen! The dock has breathtaking views of the lake Loved every minute and hated to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy R.

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

Waterfront view

Comfortable beds, clean shower with good water pressure, and cold AC. Bonus was being able to overlook the lake from either the deck or back room of the home. Or just watching the squirrels play in the trees. The stairs may be too steep for the elderly or those with bad joints. Would stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

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

Tranquil retreat

Mother Nature at its best
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Guys fishing trip

The hosts were so nice and the place was perfect . We put our boat in the water easily with the boat ramp so close to lodge. Beautiful sunsets from the deck and great fishing . Thank you Lize and Sam
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Wonderful weekend!

We absolutely loved Gator Lodge! Sam and Elizabeth were so kind to us and the cabin was just as advertised. We enjoyed the privacy, the view and that the cabin was impeccably clean and neat. We'll be back and highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

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

Weekend Trip

We loved it, beautiful sunsets view from the pier. Took our boat out to cruise the lake. Boat slip was nice to keep from having to load the boat up from each trip. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

An East Texas Gem!

This is a wonderful cabin for a quiet retreat. From breakfasts on the deck overlooking the lake to afternoons on the dock watching the world go by, you can’t ask for a better property. The hosts are very responsive and made sure we had everything to make our stay memorable. One evening as thunderstorms rolled through, the host stopped by to ensure we were safe. Also, Jefferson, with several nice restaurants and shops, is worth the short drive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth Browning Sloan

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First rental was November of 2010.

Why they chose this property

It is paradise, very serene, while we live next door, we strive to disappear when guests are present. Ideal for fishing, boating and wildlife!

What makes this property unique

Welcome to Caddo Lake, the only natural lake in Texas.

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