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

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Cedar Creek Reservoir
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Tool, TX
  • Place, Cedar Creek Reservoir
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tom Finley Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Purtis Creek State Park
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

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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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

Property # 2337631vb
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

About the area

Tool

Located in Kemp, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Cedar Creek Reservoir and Purtis Creek State Park 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 hiking and cycling.
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Tool, TX

What's nearby

  • Cedar Creek Reservoir - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tom Finley Park - 14 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Flag Lake - 16 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Purtis Creek State Park - 39 min drive - 34.5 km
  • Henderson County Fairgrounds - 48 min drive - 56.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Casa - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Figs Backyard Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪CiCi's Pizza - ‬13 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 does it cost to stay at WATERFRONT, sun rises, gated yard, spacious porch, 1 story - Serenity!?

As of 20 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WATERFRONT, sun rises, gated yard, spacious porch, 1 story - Serenity! on 5 October 2026 start from NZ$702, 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 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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 247 out of 278 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 278 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 278 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 278 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 278 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved, loved, loved the covered patio looking out over the lake. Was a shame that the lake level was low, but it was still enjoyable. Particularly enjoyed the sunrises - so peaceful!! It was a quiet and relaxing trip - exactly what we needed. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2026
Thank you for taking time to review our home - the patio is hard to beat [even with the low water]. Pray for rain - we need it!!! Come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The ultimate get away! It was so easy to walk in and feel at home. We will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
So happy you all enjoyed yourselves....thank you for your kind words.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful time. I spent most of my time on the back porch watching the birds, ducks and lake. Very peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2026
So happy you spent your time on our porch - it is the best for sure....wonderful for sunrises and sunset...love that it faces East - so in the afternoon, it is NOT hot. Come back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed ourselves very much and the communication between ourselves and the owner was outstanding. In my opinion, the only blemish about this property is if the lake is 3 feet or more down, there isn’t any water in front of the property. However, this is a great property if you just want to relax or have a home base for the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2026
Loved hosting you all. The rain keeps missing us this year. We have never had low water for the summer - pray for rain!!! We would love to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Guest Host Laura and Dan could not of been easier to communicate with. The house is in a great location with a beautiful deck and view outback.Thanks again Laura and Dan for allowing us to use your house
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2026
So happy you found us. We appreciate all your communication as well. We look forward to hosting you all again. You are welcome anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home could not be more perfect. Beautiful view. Peaceful neighbors. Spacious rooms. Superb cleanliness. Caring and available host. Don’t even hesitate booking it for your getaway or vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 April 2026
So happy we could host you for a couple days. We are happy you enjoyed exactly what we love about our home. Come on back when you can.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s a lovely property and home. It was well furnished and very welcoming. The host was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 March 2026
So happy you choose us for your family get together. Love to see people enjoy and make new memories with family!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danyle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 February 2026
You were easy to be nice to. We look forward to hosting you all again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay with beautiful views!! The back porch and backyard were so wonderful to spend time in during all hours of the day! From sunrise to sunset, there was so much to see, boaters, jet skis and nature! We were able to bring our puppy last minute which was a huge blessing. The kitchen was great to cook in and even had lots of spices on hand which was a wonderful addition! Would definitely recommend this home for a great family stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 April 2026
I am so happy you all made new memories. Even though the water is really low for us right now - we do have amazing water views. We would love to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The home was very comfotable. The host had left us a basket of snacks which was very sweet. The home was very clean and inviting. Very quiet neighborhood. If the wind had not been so strong, we would gave loved sitting on the back porch for the beautiful views, so accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2026
So happy you all enjoyed our home! We look forward to seeing you again!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful lake!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 October 2025
Thank you for staying with us on your Canton Trip!!! You are welcome anytime!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place. Host was a great communicator
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 November 2025
Thank you for taking the time to review our home.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2025
So happy you were able to create new memories...we look forward to hosting you all again.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 4 November 2025
So happy you enjoyed your time with is. Come on back when you visit the area. We would love to see you again.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2025
We LOVE hosting you all - Thank you for your loyalty. You all are the BEST guests too!!!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2025
That fish you caught looks amazing. We really do have an amazing property. It feels like you’re sitting on the water. So glad you enjoyed yourselves and you created new family memories. We would love to host you again anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Two friends and myself just had a wonderful week at your cute Waterfront house on Cedar Creek Lake. The location was great and easy to get to. We had everything that we needed including a great guide to area restaurants and things to do and a beautiful view to enjoy. We love coming to Cedar Creek Lake and hope to come back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2025
We LOVED hosting you and your friends - we look forward to hosting you on your return to Cedar Creek...Loved that you all got to enjoy really nice weather. Thank you for taking the time to review our home.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2025
so happy to hear.....you are welcome back at any time.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 December 2024
So happy you all created new memories at our home - Thank you for the review.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2023
So, So happy to hear. We love helping foster new memories for families. We look forward to seeing you again. laura
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2023
So happy to hear - thank you for finding our little gem. We look forward to hosting you again.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2024
Thank you for reviewing us - We appreciate you taking the time. We hope to see you again!
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2022
Thank you for your review - so happy to hear this - we LOVE the views and the peace we feel there.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2024
So glad you all created new memories. So, so peaceful to be on the water. Thank you for the review.
Verified

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
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2023
So happy you enjoyed the patio - one of our favorite features as well. Thank you for your review!!

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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