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Hidden Gem Cottages: Sapphire Cottage

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Palestine, TX
  • Green Park
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Redlands Hotel
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Texas State Railroad: Palestine Depot
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property

Hidden Gem Cottages: Sapphire Cottage

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay. The house has a king bed in the master with attached bath, a secondary bedroom with 2 queens, an additional hall bath and a queen air mattress for additional sleeping space. It sits on a stocked pond with a fishing pier. You will have access to fish and relax at our catch and release pond. The outdoor space also includes a patio with gas grill, large front porch overlooking the pond, covered back porch overlooking woods and a fire pit.

Our home is situated on the back of our 8 acre property overlooking our pond. It is new construction featuring modern farmhouse decor for a comfortable, cozy feel.

Guests have access to the property around the house and pond. We will respect their space and privacy. We ask they do the same for us.

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Amenities

Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave all used beds unmade. Put used towels in the hamper. We'll do the rest!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Palestine

Palestine is home to this cottage. Redlands Hotel and Palestine Community Theatre are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include River Run Park and New York - Texas Zipline Adventure.
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Palestine, TX

What's nearby

  • Davey Dogwood Park - 27 min drive - 17.8 km
  • University of Texas at Tyler Palestine Campus - 27 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Green Park - 29 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Redlands Hotel - 29 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Texas State Railroad: Palestine Depot - 39 min drive - 29.9 km

Getting around

  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rump's BBQ - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Heath's Crawfish - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hidden Gem Cottages: Sapphire Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hidden Gem Cottages: Sapphire Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hidden Gem Cottages: Sapphire Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hidden Gem Cottages: Sapphire Cottage located?

Situated in Palestine, this cottage is within 16 miles (25 km) of University of Texas at Tyler Palestine Campus, Green Park and Redlands Hotel. Palestine Community Theatre and Anderson County Courthouse are also within 16 miles (25 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. 27 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mayra Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, and comfortable. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lannai G.

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

Amazing stay

Amazing stay - convenient to everywhere. Clean and cozy. Will stay again. Management was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie L.

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

Perfect for our needs

Quiet, near our destination and will be back on our annual trip. Will probably have others take the 2nd cabin also
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toyah D.

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

Enjoyed my time at Sapphire Cottage!

Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

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

Amazing Stay

The property is picturesque and pastoral. The interior is elegantly decorated. Not to much and not to little. Comfortable and relaxing. Perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon P.

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

Perfect Hideaway

A perfect place for a one night stay or a week. Very nicely decorated and super clean. Lots of things to do and see within a fairly short distance. Plenty of room for kids to enjoy indoor and outdoor activities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Omg! The best cabin ever!!! We loved it!!

This was the best cabin we have stayed at, so roomy, 2 bathrooms, washer and dryer are a plus! Pond was great, fire pit although we didnt use it, we saw deer the last morning of our stay. Location was amazing and only 15 min from Palestine!! We will def be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a lovely hidden gem. I will be back as often as possible. You’ll love it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

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

Amazing place

Even better than advertised!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

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

Overnight stay

Wonderful host. A little further out of town for our overnight stay getting to the train ride. Catfish pond was fun to watch.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher s.

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

Beautiful Property

We had a fantastic stay at this property. The pond was a real highlight, stocked with plenty of fish for a fun and relaxing time. The area is beautiful, offering a peaceful and scenic escape. The owner was very friendly and professional, making our experience even better. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R. Y.

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

Beautiful & Relaxing

Loved Susan’s cabin! The views are gorgeous, and her place is clean, comfortable, welcoming, and has all the essentials. Thank you! Look forward to my next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison M., Keller

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

Great Respit

We loved the cabin. Nicely decorated and clean! Nice large bedrooms. We enjoyed fishing in the pond. We would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica N.

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

Beautiful location

The property was beautiful. Quiet and private. Loved watching the deer. And the kids really enjoyed the pond fishing. They had items that you tend to forget which was awesome. The beds were comfy and plenty of space was availabile for all of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sheri H.

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

Very comfortable master mattress

Everything we needed was available. The host was responding fast to a question we had about the lock pad. Lots of nice bath towels. Quiet natural setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

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

Clean and tidy

Very very clean cabin with cute surrounding grounds. No funky smells and all of the linens felt crisp and new. Will definitely stay here again in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

LaNetta C.

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

Anniversary Getaway

The cabin was very nice, clean and peaceful. I was pleasantly surprised with the amenities. The host was extremely professional, has great communication and responds quickly. My only regret is that I couldn't stay longer. We plan to return in the near future
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Great place. Great stay.

Came to area to visit family. Place was super nice. Grandkids came over and had a great time fishing in the pond and setting around a campfire. Susan was an excellent host. Quick to respond to any questions. Thanks for a memorable stay. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Hide away

Awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

JanMarie P.

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

Excellent

Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

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

Perfect for girls trip!

The house was set up so perfectly for a group of 6 ladies that wanted to have space to chat, share food and play cards. The open living space meant you didn’t miss one word of conversation while you fixed a snack or a drink. Loved the outdoor seating areas and pond.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Traci C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was simple, host was responsive, and amenities are nice. Cleanliness could be improved upon. Cob webs and dead bugs in bedrooms, hair in bathroom drawers, and there was a dirty plate with what looked like spaghetti still on it that was put away with the clean dishes. We had to go to Walmart and purchase some cleaning supplies. Could also use new pots and pans. We were unable to use the main tv in the living room because the cable box was broken. WiFi, when it worked, was very slow. Overall, we were happy with our stay. Next time, we would probably book the ruby cabin instead of the sapphire.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clint A.

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

Better than expected

Very friendly, welcoming folks. The place was very clean inside and out. The pond is stocked with some big catfish. The outdoors area is very nice. We have recommended this to other family and we will most definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene C.

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

Very nice!

The house was very clean and comfortable. There was a very nice outdoor area to grill and a few outdoor areas with tables and chairs to sit out under the tall pine trees. Even though we didn't fish, we fed the catfish in the pond from the nice pier. The host was very responsive to my calls and texts. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Great cabin

Stayed at Sapphire Cottage during a hunting trip at Gus Engling WMA. The cottage was only 15 minutes from the WMA, making it a great location. Stayed with 2 aother hunting buddies. The cottage was well stocked coffee, soap, shampoo. Susan was a pleasure. Excellent communication and helpful when we needed assistance. Highly recommend and definitely plan to return to enjoy the beautiful property and great cabin. Susan, thank you do much for hosting us!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan McGriff

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My husband and I are both from the DFW area. We grew up in the hustle and bustle of the big city, so we really appreciate and enjoy the peace and quiet of our country life. We like hosting so others can enjoy some of the country life, too.

Why they chose this property

Our property sits about 15 minutes north of Palestine. We are surrounded by pine trees and have many deer on our property. Our stocked pond is a fun place to fish or just sit out by a fire.

What makes this property unique

We built this house specifically to share our property with guests. We were very thoughtful in furnishing and decorating our property. Our house is not a "garage sale special" or furnished with someone else's leftovers. We tried to provide everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing time away from home.

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English

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