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Pet-Friendly Lake Athens Home w/ Fireplace!
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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8278.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
3 bathrooms
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Pet-Friendly Lake Athens Home w/ Fireplace!
Family Friendly | 3,000 Sq Ft | Lake Access | 8 Mi to Land of Lights Christmas Park
Welcome to the good life! This 4-bed, 3-bath vacation rental is the ideal space for your next Athens escape. Nestled on the shores of Lake Athens, this home boasts a full kitchen, furnished deck, and spacious yard complete with a private dock. Stroll through the East Texas Arboretum or visit Tara Vineyard and Winery for a tasting before returning home to cozy up for a movie night by the fireplace.
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 full bed
- Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds
- Bedroom 4: 1 full bed
OUTDOOR LIVING
- Private dock (up to 18-foot boat), boathouse
- Lake access, kayaks
- spacious deck, outdoor dining, bench swing
INDOOR LIVING
- Open floor plan, vaulted ceilings
- Flat-screen TVs
- Brick fireplace, ceiling fans
- Dining table
- Game room, children's books
KITCHEN
- Electric stovetop, oven, dishwasher, refrigerator
- Coffee maker, microwave, toaster oven, toaster
- Knife set
GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central A/C & heating
- Washer & dryer
- Towels, linens, complimentary toiletries
FAQ
- Ring doorbell camera
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
ACCESSIBILITY
- Step-free access
- Interior spiral staircase for access to bonus room
PARKING
- Carport (2 vehicles - low clearance)
- Driveway (1 vehicle)
-- THE LOCATION --
- On-site access to Lake Athens: boating, swimming, fishing, kayaks
- 6 miles to Kiwanis Park
- 7 miles to East Texas Arboretum
- 12 miles to Tara Vineyard & Winery
- 33 miles to Tyler Pounds Regional Airport & 104 miles to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 29 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video when motion is detected by the device or when the video doorbell button is pressed
- The dock can accommodate a boat up to 18 feet long
- While this home offers step-free access, an interior spiral staircase is required to reach the bonus room with the ping pong table
- The carport has low clearance and may not fit some SUVs, trucks, or taller vehicles
Welcome to the good life! This 4-bed, 3-bath vacation rental is the ideal space for your next Athens escape. Nestled on the shores of Lake Athens, this home boasts a full kitchen, furnished deck, and spacious yard complete with a private dock. Stroll through the East Texas Arboretum or visit Tara Vineyard and Winery for a tasting before returning home to cozy up for a movie night by the fireplace.
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 full bed
- Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds
- Bedroom 4: 1 full bed
OUTDOOR LIVING
- Private dock (up to 18-foot boat), boathouse
- Lake access, kayaks
- spacious deck, outdoor dining, bench swing
INDOOR LIVING
- Open floor plan, vaulted ceilings
- Flat-screen TVs
- Brick fireplace, ceiling fans
- Dining table
- Game room, children's books
KITCHEN
- Electric stovetop, oven, dishwasher, refrigerator
- Coffee maker, microwave, toaster oven, toaster
- Knife set
GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central A/C & heating
- Washer & dryer
- Towels, linens, complimentary toiletries
FAQ
- Ring doorbell camera
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
ACCESSIBILITY
- Step-free access
- Interior spiral staircase for access to bonus room
PARKING
- Carport (2 vehicles - low clearance)
- Driveway (1 vehicle)
-- THE LOCATION --
- On-site access to Lake Athens: boating, swimming, fishing, kayaks
- 6 miles to Kiwanis Park
- 7 miles to East Texas Arboretum
- 12 miles to Tara Vineyard & Winery
- 33 miles to Tyler Pounds Regional Airport & 104 miles to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 29 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video when motion is detected by the device or when the video doorbell button is pressed
- The dock can accommodate a boat up to 18 feet long
- While this home offers step-free access, an interior spiral staircase is required to reach the bonus room with the ping pong table
- The carport has low clearance and may not fit some SUVs, trucks, or taller vehicles
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9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 29
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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 and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Athens
Located in Athens, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Cinemark Athens Cinema 4 and Athens Scuba Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Athens and Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center. Athens Praise & Worship Center and Henderson County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Scuba diving and power boating adventures can be found near the property.

Athens, TX
What's nearby
- Lake Athens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
- Cedar Creek Reservoir - 21 min drive - 33.1 km
- First Monday Trade Days - 45 min drive - 60.1 km
- Waterpark at the Villages - 52 min drive - 77.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Starbucks - 8 min drive
- Chili's Grill & Bar - 8 min drive
- Tia Juanita’s Fishcamp - 8 min drive
- Whataburger - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
8 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Laura H.
14 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice family house on Lake Athens
Laura H.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Wade M.
25 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Comfortable
Wade M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael M.
30 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Life on the Lake
Michael M.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jake M.
11 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Very convenient location.
Jake M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shirley R.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eclipse trip
Shirley R.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicole H.
14 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute lake cabin
Nicole H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Diane R.
25 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Guestz
Diane R.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chris C.
3 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place on the lake!
Chris C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Debbie T.
8 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
Debbie T.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
brandon j.
6 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Great place to stay, beautiful views.
brandon j.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Misty W.
12 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Misty W.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Paul F.
14 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Needs updating for price. Good overall
Paul F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
MaKenna P.
4 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway!
MaKenna P.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Shonda L.
25 October 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake house
Shonda L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Denise K.
11 June 2018
Nice house for a group
Denise K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
william
10 May 2024
GO FISH
william
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Leslie
2 July 2022
Athens Lake Weekend
Leslie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Regina B.
18 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Regina B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
James
7 May 2024
Wonderful, peaceful and private
James
Verified
4/10 Poor
Gus S.
2 September 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Clean up
Gus S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gina P.
4 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Last min dog friendly getaway.
Gina P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Kimberly
13 November 2023
Great potential, but run down
Kimberly
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gloria
22 January 2023
Family Gathering
Gloria
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
8 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Bliss
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
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