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WATERFRONT, sun rises, gated yard, spacious porch, 1 story - Serenity!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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View as you drive up to our home
Aerial view of our home. You can see our small dock.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Tool, TX
  • Place, Cedar Creek Reservoir
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Richland Chambers Reservoir
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, First Monday Trade Days
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Closet converted to bunk bed for two small children.

2 Child Beds

Guestroom - Room 3

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Water View Guest - Room 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Water View Master Bedroom - Room 1

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

WATERFRONT, sun rises, gated yard, spacious porch, 1 story - Serenity!

Fantastic (waterside) lake views pull at you from sunrise to sunset; you never want to leave the porch. LARGE fenced in yard (lakeside) - peace and tranquility just 70 miles from Dallas! Sometimes, you can catch glimpses of a white heron, ducks, cardinals, and several other birds...you will feel tranquility here.

The kitchen is a home cook’s dream. This home can fit a large family, but is also perfect for just two. This home is perfect for making memories. The open concept great room has vaulted ceilings with the amazing views of the lake as the centerpiece. We are located in an area that is PERFECT for swimming. We have a paddle board for your personal use.

3 NIGHT MINIMUM STAY FOR SUMMER & HOLIDAY RENTALS.

Owners, Laura & Dan manage 3 Lake Front Properties.

We understand the need to get away and take a break in a safe, serene setting with your family. All you need to do is come and relax, sit back with your feet up and take in the beautiful lake views. Let the kids run in the fully fenced lakeside yard, fish off our small dock [or community dock] and enjoy a splash in the water.

We offer family friendly services and are available to answer your questions promptly.
A fantastic newer style home on Cedar Creek Lake. Bright and open. Whether lake levels are high or low {lake levels fluctuate - we are on a cove}, your family can play at the water's edge, collect seashells or venture out deeper to enjoy your water toys. We have a paddle board and lily pad - they can be tied up to our dock in our protected cove. You can enjoy building an evening fire in the firepit, all the while enjoying the privacy this cove has to offer your family.

There are water views from nearly every room in the house. The immense back porch makes it possible for Mom and Dad to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or a glass of wine in the evening while watching the kids playing in the water. Dream house is what we call it, we think you will too!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children of all ages allowed
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$100 pet fee - non refundable Limit 2
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
KITCHEN: Please wash your dishes and leave the kitchen as you found it. Unplug appliances you used and returned them to their original location.
TRASH: Tie garbage bags and place them in trash cans at the end of the driveway. If the cans are not at the end of the driveway, please make sure they are placed there for trash pick up.
BEDROOMS & BATH: Please strip off all sheets and pillowcases of beds used. Put on the bedroom floor. Put all used towels in the laundry room.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We are on a pie shaped lot - Please be conscientious with our neighbors space. 6 cars only please. Also, quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am.
For the security of our guests and the safety of our home, we have external security cameras located outside the front door and above the back door.
Pet Policy- we allow up to 2 dogs under 50 lbs. No pets on furniture. Please pick up after them. There is a $100 non refundable fee.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Tool

Located in Kemp, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Tool, TX

What's nearby

  • Cedar Creek Reservoir - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Purtis Creek State Park - 30 min drive - 35.9 km
  • Trinity Valley Community College - 37 min drive - 53.3 km
  • Richland Chambers Reservoir - 44 min drive - 53.0 km
  • First Monday Trade Days - 52 min drive - 63.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jalopy Joe's Gourmet Popcorn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Figs Backyard Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Casa - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WATERFRONT, sun rises, gated yard, spacious porch, 1 story - Serenity! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at WATERFRONT, sun rises, gated yard, spacious porch, 1 story - Serenity!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at WATERFRONT, sun rises, gated yard, spacious porch, 1 story - Serenity!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WATERFRONT, sun rises, gated yard, spacious porch, 1 story - Serenity!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WATERFRONT, sun rises, gated yard, spacious porch, 1 story - Serenity! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Cedar Creek Reservoir and within 6 mi (10 km) of Optimist Park and The Library at Cedar Creek Lake. Whatz-Up Family Fun Park and Flag Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 265 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice! We enjoyed our stay! Everything was just as promised! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fun stay! House was well stocked and had plenty of room for 6 adults and 6 kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time at the lake. The house fit our entire family and was a great oasis with a dogs. Can’t wait to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli R.

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

The Best Lake House

This was our fourth time renting this hands down, perfect lake house!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly how described. Thank you for sharing your home with us! We had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for everything we needed for a relaxing weekend getaway with my family. Everything was clean and sufficiently stocked with all that you need. The wonderful back porch was my favorite place to be. Watching the lake and wildlife on a beautiful morning was everything we wanted. Roasting s'more's on an evening and grilling burgers in the back by the water was really nice. The proximity to town and surrounding restaurants and groceries was excellent. Everything within 5-10 mins. We had a lovely time staying here and visiting Cedar Creek Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the house. The neighborhood was quiet. My son caught a few fish. We had a family get together for our youngest child’s 10th birthday. We had 6 adults and 3 kids (10, 13, 16). There was plenty of room for all of us! The only issue we had was the white fencing by the lake was not secure. Thankfully my kids are old enough to be careful.
Nice and clean.
Beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean. the only issue was the thermostat. Laura was quick to figure it out and fixed it right away. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time. House was as described. Right on the water. Laura communicated within minutes. A
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pascale G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a nice 3 nights stay. The inside was clean but the outside needs a little more attention. The porch and lights were full of spider webs, the BBQ was too dirty to grilled our hamburgers on it. Also, fyi, the water is brown in the reservoir, so if you want to swim, make sure your family knows about it before you go . They have lots of spices, but few bottles were just empty ….
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jackie w.

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

Awesome olace

Very easy checking in. The fishing was amazing. Very prompt with their replies
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

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

Memorial Day Lake Stay

The home was as listed and pictures were all very accurate. Plenty of beds for a large family and lots of places to lounge and visit. Enjoyed the back yard and deck. Kids swam and paddle boarded. Very well appointed kitchen. Plenty of cookware and dishes. Overall Aplus.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky N.

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

Thanksgiving at cedar creek

We had a blast and your home was perfect for the whole family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

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

Nice House

The house was clean and the location is great. We would stay here again if we’re back in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jamie t.

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

Mr Ray's Fishing Trip

This house was perfect for us and the view was amazing. We absolutely loved every minute of our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Vera W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful host and nice friendly neighborhood

Our family enjoyed the stay with kids and grand parents.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy T.

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

We had sweet family time…with a beautiful view!!😃

Very nice property…everything we needed and much more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Cedar Creek Getaway

This was our first visit to Cedar Creek and we’ll definitely be back! Great location right on the water with beautiful views. We were able to fish right off the dock and caught some catfish. We loved being able to bring our dog and the fenced in yard was perfect for this! Plenty of room for our family. Communication with the hosts was prompt and very helpful. Thanks for a great first visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

Lake life!

We had a great time, the location is excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordan T.

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

Quick family trip

Great spot for a quick family getaway. We enjoyed sitting in the shade on the patio and enjoying our view of the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely vacation home! It's gorgeously done, and such a pretty porch/water view! We spent four days here fishing and just relaxing with our dog. Everything you need is truly at your disposal (great kitchen set up!) and the rooms are decorated exceptionally well and with fun, bright colors. Extra twin beds in each bedroom are so fun for kids. We felt at home instantly! There is a Brookshires just a few minutes away, so you can pick up needed groceries. Laura was an amazing host. We texted her several times and she answered immediately. The only surprise we had during our stay was that the neighbor's dog, a tiny Yorkie, is able to walk through the fence posts on the side of the house, and she greeted us on our porch steps the first evening. Our dog has issues with other dogs, so we were concerned. Laura talked to the neighbors, as did we, and they very nicely kept the dog out of our yard during the rest of our stay. Overall, a wonderful stay, superb home, and the very best host!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., Wichita falls

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

Beautiful Property

The house was wonderful, great views and everything needed for a relaxing getaway. The owners thought of everything to make our stay enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Enjoyable stay

We really enjoyed our time in Tool. The house was as advertised. Great place to visit with family, loved the porch and the view of the lake. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn H.

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

Great location

Great house. Really liked the fenced in yard. Loved the back porch. Easy to relax and spend time with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Laura Barnett

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We purchased this lake house because we fell in love with it the minute we walked through the door. The HUGE open room in the center of the home, with amazing lake views brought us peace. We love to travel, but most of all we love our family & friends. We believe we found the perfect place to spend time together and enjoy a little bit of God's beautiful creation!

Why they chose this property

Many homes around the lake were built in the 70's and 80's. We wanted a newer home, one with water views. For us, this home was a rare find, a treasure, a perfect lake home offering privacy, room to play and magnificent views. We are also on one level - that means NO STAIRS!

What makes this property unique

It is situated in a quiet neighborhood on a cul-de-sac. Very tranquil, peaceful. Our home has a HUGE yard with an amazing view of the lake.

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