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❤️ Wide Open Water! Huge Boat Dock w/ rope swing! Lake toys (Kayak, Paddleboard, Lily Pad) included! Great fishing! 🐟

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A fire pit surrounded by chairs on a patio with a view of a dock and water.
A kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a blue cabinet.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and blue cabinetry.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a dresser, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.
A dining area with a long wooden table, six chairs, and a bench.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Cedar Creek Reservoir
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Gun Barrel City, TX
  • Place, Cedar Creek Reservoir
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Purtis Creek State Park
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, First Monday Trade Days
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed and 3 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

❤️ Wide Open Water! Huge Boat Dock w/ rope swing! Lake toys (Kayak, Paddleboard, Lily Pad) included! Great fishing! 🐟

Make some memories at this lake front paradise! Beautifully updated home sits on peninsula with 150’ of open water. Enjoy brand new 1,000 square ft boat dock with swimming platform, rope swing and party deck. Lake toys (kayaks, paddle boards, lily pad, and more!) included with your stay. Large lawn for you to enjoy lawn games (corn hole, super size jenga, etc…). Enjoy the sunset and s’mores around the firepit. Green light insures abundant fishing for the fishermen in your party.

Available by phone for all your questions and if any issues arise.

Lovely neighborhood near Main Street. Close to grocery stores, restaurants, etc...
- Please note that you will be charged a 3% cancellation fee if you cancel your reservation. This is a charge incurred by us by the credit card company and not refunded by them if you cancel.
- 8 adult maximum. Can accommodate two additional adults for extra fee.
- No jumping in water before getting in water and checking for debris and depth. Swimming & jumping is done at renter's own risk.
- No parking in front of neighbor's mail box.
- No going into neighbors' yards or boat docks.
- Please respect our neighbors. They live there full time and we pride ourselves on being a good neighbor!
- After using kayaks or paddle boards, do not tie up and leave in water. They may sink. Please put in yard until next use. Put back on kayak stand upon checkout.
- Replace all water toys to where you found them in the condition you found them. Hang up life-jackets, roll up and secure lily pad, etc... Shed doors must be closed.
- Do not move the furniture. If you do, move it back or you will be charged a $100 moving fee. Our cleaning crew are not movers.
- Please let owner know if propane tank runs out. We have extras for you to use, but to make sure we always have this, we always re-fill tanks when they run out!
- Please follow check-out instructions. They are there to insure future guests have as great a stay as your own!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2360409vb
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

About the area

Gun Barrel City

Mabank is home to this cottage. 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.
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Gun Barrel City, TX

What's nearby

  • Cedar Creek Reservoir - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Purtis Creek State Park - 24 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Trinity Valley Community College - 33 min drive - 48.0 km
  • Lake Athens - 37 min drive - 55.0 km
  • First Monday Trade Days - 50 min drive - 50.6 km

Getting around

  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Casa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪BNR Pitt Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ❤️ Wide Open Water! Huge Boat Dock w/ rope swing! Lake toys (Kayak, Paddleboard, Lily Pad) included! Great fishing! 🐟 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at ❤️ Wide Open Water! Huge Boat Dock w/ rope swing! Lake toys (Kayak, Paddleboard, Lily Pad) included! Great fishing! 🐟?

As of 31 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ❤️ Wide Open Water! Huge Boat Dock w/ rope swing! Lake toys (Kayak, Paddleboard, Lily Pad) included! Great fishing! 🐟 on 3 August 2026 start from NZ$1,348, 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 ❤️ Wide Open Water! Huge Boat Dock w/ rope swing! Lake toys (Kayak, Paddleboard, Lily Pad) included! Great fishing! 🐟?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ❤️ Wide Open Water! Huge Boat Dock w/ rope swing! Lake toys (Kayak, Paddleboard, Lily Pad) included! Great fishing! 🐟?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ❤️ Wide Open Water! Huge Boat Dock w/ rope swing! Lake toys (Kayak, Paddleboard, Lily Pad) included! Great fishing! 🐟?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ❤️ Wide Open Water! Huge Boat Dock w/ rope swing! Lake toys (Kayak, Paddleboard, Lily Pad) included! Great fishing! 🐟 located?

Situated in Mabank, this cottage is steps from Cedar Creek Reservoir and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tom Finley Park and Whatz-Up Family Fun Park. The Library at Cedar Creek Lake and Optimist Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Misti H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property matches its pictures and the space is beautiful inside and outside. There was so much to enjoy outside through what’s provided. The kitchen was well stocked and there were plenty of linens as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great communication, clean, dock excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place I’ve stayed on the lake. Might be the best view on the entire lake. We had a great time and caught a good amount of fish even with the water being low.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 April 2026
So glad the fish were biting! We agree with your lovely assessment of the view. We never get tired of it. Come visit us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our trip with our boys! They loved the dock!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2026
Thanks so much for your review, we always appreciate the feedback and excellent rating! We hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

walter c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, everything just as listed. Owner very responsive and we had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2026
Thanks so much for your review, we always appreciate the feedback and excellent rating! We hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monera S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property by far is one of the best rentals we’ve been to. It is super clean and stocked with ALL we could possibly need. The house is by the lake which gave us a beautiful view. We really enjoyed our stay and Sharon was really helpful.Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2026
Thanks so much for your review, we always appreciate the feedback and excellent rating! We hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joel G.

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

Great place to stay

Awesome place right beside the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2025
Thanks so much for the review! We take pride in providing an exceptional experience and hope you book with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Criselda D.

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

Beautiful view

This is our second time staying at this property and it doesn’t disappoint. Great location and a beautiful view of the lake! Made great memories and looking forward to staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2025
Thanks so much for the review! We take pride in providing an exceptional experience and hope you book with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucas A.

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

One of a kind

Gorgeous location. All the linens and towels are top notch, super comfy beds, great accommodations all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2025
Thanks so much for the review! We take pride in providing an exceptional experience and hope you book with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria L.

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

Great Stay!

Awesome property with a brand new dock. Enjoyed our stay and so did the kids. The house is very well stocked and has everything you may need. Plenty of toys and the Sandy bottom makes it easy and comfortable to swim.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2025
Thanks so much for the review! We love that 2 story dock as well, especially at sunset :) We take pride in providing an exceptional experience and hope you book with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sina R.

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

Fun Family Lakecation

We enjoyed all the amenities of this place including the lake toys, location and cozy home. While it was very hot, the house was very comfortable and the lake helped cool us all off.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2025
Thanks so much for the review! We take pride in providing an exceptional experience and hope you book with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam G.

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

The Perfect lake Getaway.

I cannot say enough about how nice this place is. All updated, very clean, and the best access to lake, fishing, along with the kayak's and paddleboards. My favorite part is the lights on the dock at night...just magical.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2025
Thanks so much for the review! We love those paddleboards as well, and just replaced them last year actually with brand new ones! We take pride in providing an exceptional experience and hope you book with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marlene B.

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

Beautiful lake house

Beautiful views, clean, well stocked and comfortable house. We are definitely planning on returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2022
Great to hear ! Can’t wait to host u in 2022! We just finished putting flagstone around the fire pit since your stay as well!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family Weekend

Awesome relaxing weekend at the lake. House was well equipped and clean. Recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2024
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay! We would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Fun vacation

Our family really enjoyed the house and the beautiful lake! The kayak's, paddle boards, and the lilly pad were the favorites of our grandsons! The neighbor was very kind and offered the use of his paddle boat to the boys!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2025
Thanks so much for the review! Yes, both neighbors are awesome and we are blessed to have them! We take pride in providing an exceptional experience and hope you book with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Wonderful Stay!

Great house and beautiful location on the lake. We were a group of ladies going to Canton 1st Monday. Easy 30 minute drive into Canton. We loved all being together and staying here instead of a hotel. I definitely want to come back to this home during the summer to fully enjoy the lake and beautiful sunsets!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2025
Thanks so much for the review! We take pride in providing an exceptional experience and hope you book with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ken K.

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

Wonderful weekend getaway

Location was the best on the lake that we saw. The dock was incredible... so clean, new, and in pristine condition. Furniture in the house is very comfortable. The kids loved the bunk room. We really appreciated having the Kayaks and the paddle boards there for our use. Great stay...we hope to go back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2025
Thanks so much for the review! We love that dock as well, especially the rope swing and sunset view :) We take pride in providing an exceptional experience and hope you book with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

monica l.

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

Wonderful

This was by far one of the best rentals we have been to. My family absolutely enjoyed the dock and the water toys. They caught so many fish, it was great to see my kids wake up early (4-5am) and head out for more fishing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2022
So happy you enjoyed the place! It is so fun to fish there and that green light on the dock really helps the fish come in at night! Now I need to get my kids to get up at 4am lol
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

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

Baseball tournament weekend

We were playing baseball in the area and decided we wanted to stay on the lake. House was great. Location was great. Wish it were warmer so we could have gotten in the water but they had everything we would have needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2025
Thanks so much for the review! We take pride in providing an exceptional experience and hope you book with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

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

Lake House Vacay

We had an amazing time at the lake house! It was my family, my parents, and my brother's family. So, 6 adults and 4 teen boys! The house was super cute, full of everything we could possibly need, and the hosts were very responsive! We cooked full meals for 10 every night, and had all the pots, pans, and cooking utensils necessary. We all slept very comfortably, and the dock was perfect for everyone to fish off of. Thank you Andy, for a great mini vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2026
Thanks so much for your review, we always appreciate the feedback and excellent rating! We hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Lake Time

What an amazing way to spend quality time with family! this house has everything to enjoy the lake life . the Host was so wonderful and attentive to any needs . the deck , fire pit and water toys were all enjoyed. can’t wait to return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2025
Thanks so much for the review! We love the lake toys and fire pit as well :) We take pride in providing an exceptional experience and hope you book with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Summar C.

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

Mom Getaway

We had the most fun at this beautiful house! It’s the perfect place for an active group. We celebrated our friend’s 40th with the best views, late night talks on the lit up top deck, kayaking and paddle board excursions, sunbathing on the lily pad and grilling out. I would recommend this home to any group of friends or family looking to make the most of a lake vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2024
We are so happy you had a great stay! We would love to host your group again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deb C.

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

Perfect lake weekend

Great location with large flat yard for games and fire pit. Spectacular deck for taking in the sunset and house with everything you need! Our party of 11 had a great time! Love the use of the lake toys! We are already looking at summer dates!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 March 2022
So happy you had a great time with the property and all the toys, sunset not too shabby either!!! We love the toys as well! By the way…we just put beautiful flagstone all around the fire pit so it will be new and improved when you book again 😎
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lanea O.

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

Perfect!

This rental is amazing! We had the best time. There was never a dull moment between the beautiful dock, sunsets, water toys, all the attention to detail in the house, comfy pillows and blankets. We had 7 teenage boys that didnt want to leave. We enjoyed our stay very much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2022
We are so happy you enjoyed our little piece of heaven on the lake !😎
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kayla W.

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

Fantastic Lake Get-A-Way

Property was just as listed. We enjoyed the view, the dock, kayaks, Lilly pad, noodles, fire pit and chairs to watch the sunrise and sunset. Wonderful 3 night get stay. Easy to find, simple check out procedures. Owners were super friendly and very attentive. Loved it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2025
Thanks so much for the review and we love those lake toys as well :) We take pride in providing an exceptional experience and hope you book with us again!

About the host

Hosted by Sharon Sykes

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Local to the DFW area, we love to escape to Cedar Creek Lake with our family! We hope you enjoy our lake retreat as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

The home is so charming with all the amenities you would want. We outfitted the home with everything we want to have when our family and guests stay there. Comfy bedding, modern amenities, fully stocked kitchen, water toys we enjoy using, outdoor games.... Outside the home, you will be amazed at how you are surrounded by water with views galore. Our just built 1000 sq feet boat dock is unbelievable. Tie up the lily pad, launch the water toys, swim or just hang out on the party deck or the covered below seating area. We also had a swim platform built off the boat dock with rope swing and we have a lake ladder and lake stairs to easily get out of the water or launch the kayaks and stand up paddle boards! Our son loves to fish and the fishing is abundant. He always catches plenty and is able to catch bait fish with his casting net off the shore or boat dock. Being on the lake at dusk and while the sun sets is our favorite part of the day! The sunset views from the party deck or the bottom deck are unbelievable. After the sun sets, we always start a fire in the fire pit and enjoy hanging out while the fishermen in our party continue to fish. The main TV and the bedroom TV's are all Roku-enabled so you can stream from your favorite streaming service. Our home is also conveniently located in Gun Barrel City - close to restaurants and shopping!

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