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BRAND NEW + pool & hot tub, lake front with dock

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A pool area with a view of a lake, a dock, and a covered seating area.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a small adjacent building.
A modern living room with a staircase, a ceiling fan, a large window, and a flat-screen TV.
Kitchen & dining - 14 ppl. More dining available outside.
A modern kitchen with a herringbone backsplash, a built-in oven, and a countertop with a coffee maker.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Athens

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Athens, TX
  • Place, Lake Athens
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cedar Creek Reservoir
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, First Monday Trade Days
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Captain's Quarters

1 King Bed

Crew Quarters

2 Double Bunk Beds

First Officer

1 Queen Bed

Skipper

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1/2 Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Captain's Quarters Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Crew Quarters Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

First Officer Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Skipper Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Athens

Athens is home to this holiday home. Lake Athens and Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Athens Praise & Worship Center and Henderson County Fairgrounds. Travelling with kids? Consider Athens Bowling Center and Henderson County Performing Arts Center.
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Athens, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Athens - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cedar Creek Reservoir - 30 min drive - 39.4 km
  • Lake Palestine - 32 min drive - 36.8 km
  • Waterpark at the Villages - 50 min drive - 68.8 km
  • First Monday Trade Days - 59 min drive - 64.9 km

Getting around

  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Casa - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does BRAND NEW + pool & hot tub, lake front with dock have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is BRAND NEW + pool & hot tub, lake front with dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at BRAND NEW + pool & hot tub, lake front with dock ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BRAND NEW + pool & hot tub, lake front with dock ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BRAND NEW + pool & hot tub, lake front with dock ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BRAND NEW + pool & hot tub, lake front with dock located?

Located in Athens, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Lake Athens and within 6 mi (10 km) of Athens Praise & Worship Center and Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center. Henderson County Fairgrounds and Athens Bowling Center are also within 9 miles (15 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. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great property.lots of little extras, a great kitchen setuphuge refrigerator, lots of ice machines and small fridges lots of space to gather great outdoor setup, with a dock, hot tub, outdoor music, etc
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us! Come back and see us soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to unwind and enjoy quality time with your family! Has everything you need pool, pier, 2 living rooms, plenty of extra towels and parking!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thank you so much! I’m glad y’all had a great time!!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is amazing! We met up with family here, there were plenty of places for everyone to sleep and hang out and the house is absolutely beautiful! The outdoor space is so nice and the view from the pool is unmatched. They have everything you could possibly need and they were so helpful anytime we had a question or request. I can not think of one thing they could have done better. We had so much fun while we were here! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you! I’m so glad everyone had a great time and that view is my fav part too!!! Come back and see us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place with plenty of room for everyone - love that each bedroom has its own bathroom - pool and lake access is so relaxing - kitchen is stocked with everything you need including ice maker and huge fridge- towels are amazing - beds were all comfy with extra pillows in closets - outdoor kitchen and large closet filled with life jackets and pool toys - the grandkids loved the secret room under the stairs with squish mellows we didn’t want to leave
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2026
Thank you so much!!! Please come back and see us!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place had and has everything. Clean, comfortable in every way. What is advertised is what you get. Our stay could not have been better. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us and I hope y’all caught lots of fish!!! 🎣
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a Fantastic Property…..every square foot of it! Everything you could possibly need for your trip was at this vacation home. Super, Super clean! Communication from our host was top notch. She was very prompt and accommodating in responding back to any questions. After 2 days and 3 nights, the peace and beautiful sunsets will be hard to leave. Thanks for making our Moms 74th birthday so Special. Love this place!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 April 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us and celebrating a special occasion! Please come back soon!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house had the perfect set-up! Nice features, couldnt hear noise outside when inside. The hot tub was a hit with the teens. The frig was spacious. Had plenty of dish washer ans laundry wash to use during the stay. Owners very responsive and kind the entire trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2025
Thank you so much! Come back and see us soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house, the pool, the hot tub, the dock, the lake, the pool toys, the kayaks, the lily pad, the beach towels, the kitchen, the technology, all of the amenities and 8 members of our family of all ages all combined to make a perfect summer vacation. We had a fishing guide, rented a pontoon boat, visited the Texas Fresh Water Fishery, and had so much fun. We LOVED the TCU purple house. GO FROGS!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2025
Thank you so much Janet!!!! Go Frogs!!! 🐸 💜
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts provided everything you needed, and more, to enjoy a home away from home experience. There are special touches provided throughout the home that make one feel well taken care of and pampered. The open and airy home is cozy, clean, and has more than enough seating and comfy bedding for everyone! We could not get enough of the pool and lake. The pool and deck area is an entertainers dream. You can relax in multiple areas and watch tv while floating around in the pool. There are lots of toys and floats to enjoy the lake, and the opportunity to paddle into secluded areas of the lake and enjoy beautiful, peaceful scenery and wildlife. The hosts communicated and responded quickly to anything we needed, and we didn't need much at all. There are moments created inside and outside of the home that that are specially thought out and well executed. In addition, the home is very comfortable for elderly people to move around inside and outside. The pool is easy to get in and out of as well as being able to walk down and enjoy the dock.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house and location

We loved our time at the beautiful purple house! The house is quite large and the outdoor area with the pool, hot tub, fireplace, BBQ pit, and so many porches is amazing! We enjoyed watching the ducks and geese that are around this time of year. The house is full of technology which is quite easy to use. The pool, hot tub, outdoor lighting, and music are controlled by an iPad located conveniently by the back door. The kitchen was fully stocked with plates, pots and pans, utensils, glassware, everything you need if you like to cook. There is a huge refrigerator, two ice makers, large island, and plenty of seating. There are four bedrooms, two upstairs and two downstairs, each with it's own bathroom, as well as a half bath in the main hallway. There is even a secret hide-a-way for the kids!Blair was very responsive and friendly the few times I had to contact her. We would definitely stay here again and would recommend the house to anyone - families, couples, girls or guys trip. Our hope is to come back sometime when it's a bit warmer so we can enjoy the pool and the lake more.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Premium Stay

Just pack your swimsuits, clothes and food for your stay!!! The Grease Palace had everything we needed for a great weekend away!!! We have six children ranging from 8 months to college age…they have SERIOUSLY thought of everything!!! Lifejackets in every size, umbrella for the pool, pool toys, outside towels, kayaks, LILY PAD, extra blankets/pillows, spices, Tupperware, TWO ICE MACHINES, outside mini fridge, and cooking supplies/appliances! The kids really enjoyed the built in chargers on the kitchen island!! lol. We have stayed at dozens of beach houses over the years, but never at the lake. Def a new favorite! We enjoyed bringing our boat to dock, the 2 kayaks provided, and endless hours in the GORGEOUS pool! The baby really loved the lagoon area to play in and the umbrella was perfect to keep him out of the sun. REALLY appreciated that! (And the pack and play to sleep in) You get to watch the sunset every night, and we loved the night swims/hot tub time with the pool lights! I am a must have music person- and they have the NEATEST system for that!!! We will DEFINITELY be back❤️ We never heard “I’m bored” NOT ONE TIME from our kids 11/10 Recommend staying at the Grease Palace!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2024
Hi Sherrie! Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are so happy you used our amenities and enjoyed them as well. I enjoy having music all of the time too, so we are glad you used our AV system for just that! Please come back and visit us again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of 8 had an absolutely incredible stay at the Purple House on Lake Athens. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by how spacious and well-designed the home is. There was far more than enough room for all of us to spread out, relax, and enjoy our vacation comfortably.The house itself is spectacular. Every room feels thoughtfully designed, and the amenities seemed endless. We kept finding little touches and features throughout our stay that made us appreciate the property even more. It truly feels like a luxury vacation experience rather than just another VRBO.The lake views are stunning and provided the perfect backdrop for our family getaway. The pool was a huge hit with our kids and quickly became one of their favorite parts of the trip. Between the lake, the pool, and all the space to enjoy together, there was never a shortage of things to do. Another thing we appreciated was how convenient local food and grocery delivery services were incredibly helpful on days when we wanted to stay at the house and enjoy the property without making a trip into town. Most importantly, our kids absolutely loved it. As parents, there’s nothing better than seeing your children make memories they’ll talk about long after the trip is over. We’ve stayed in many vacation rentals over the years, but this property stands out as something truly special! We are already talking about making this our annual summer family vacation destination!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2026
Traci - thank you so much and we would love to host y’all again!!! Yall were great guests!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clear communication about check in and amenities which made for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2026
Thank you!!! Please come back and see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2025
Thank you Latasha! Come back and see us soon!!!!
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