Almost 200ft of Shoreline at a Newly Renovated Gaines Bend Retreat!
A completely renovated lakefront retreat on one of Possum Kingdom's most coveted addresses — Gaines Bend. Nearly 200 feet of private shoreline, a wall of windows facing the water, and enough room for three families to spread out and never step on each other. Luxury finishes, zero pretension. ________________________________________ The Space Sleep up to 13 guests across five dedicated sleeping spaces: three private bedrooms each with king-sized beds, a custom bunk room with built-in bunks, individual reading lights and storage for every sleeper, a loft, and a large game room with a queen pull-out for overflow. Whether you're coordinating a multi-family Fourth of July or a big extended family reunion, everyone has their own place to land. Inside, the open living area is anchored by a wall of windows and sliding glass doors that frame the lake like a painting. The kitchen is fully loaded — two dishwashers included, because nobody came to PK to do dishes. ________________________________________ The Outdoor Kitchen This isn't a grill on a patio. The fully equipped outdoor kitchen features a Big Green Egg, a full gas grill, granite counters, a sink, and an outdoor TV — all under a covered tongue-and-groove ceiling. Pull up a stool at the outdoor island and cook while the kids play in the yard. It's the kind of setup that turns a Tuesday into a dinner party. ________________________________________ The Yard & Covered Patio The yard is genuinely one of the best on the Gaines Bend peninsula — wide, green, and shaded by mature trees. The covered outdoor living area with cushioned seating, ceiling fan, and those sweeping sliding glass doors gives you a front-row seat to the water without leaving the shade. Adirondack chairs, a picnic table, and hammocks round out the outdoor spaces. Fire pit under the stars at night. ________________________________________ The Water Nearly 200 feet of private shoreline with a full stone retaining wall and stair access connects the yard directly to the water. The dock is a destination in itself — a covered outdoor lounge with string lights, a full sofa, a porch swing, and all the good vibes that come with watching the sun go down over PK. Water carpet off the dock for swimming, three kayaks with life jackets for exploring, and easy tie-up access if you're arriving by boat. Hell's Gate is five minutes away. Binoculars provided — the wildlife watching from the dock is worth it. ________________________________________ The Game Room Rainy afternoon? Late night after the kids are wound up? The game room has you covered — basketball arcade game, telescope for stargazing, and a queen pull-out for overflow sleeping. The loft above adds another layer of fun for kids who want their own perch.
________________________________________ A Few More Details • Sleeps 13 • 3 kayaks with life jackets (life jackets encouraged for all ages on the water) • Water carpet off the dock • Covered dock lounge with string lights and seating • Big Green Egg + full gas grill • Outdoor TV • Outdoor kitchen with granite counters and sink • Two full dishwashers • Custom built-in bunk room • Game room with basketball arcade • Telescope + binoculars provided • Hammocks • Tons of deer, birds, and wildlife • Boat ramp access 5 minutes away • Hell's Gate: 5 minutes by boat
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please take bulk trash to dumpster. Key is and instructions are in House Binder
Please secure patio furniture- Instructions in House Binder.
Please do not strip the beds, but please do put any dirty towels in showers or leave on floor.
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About the area
Graford
Located in Graford, this holiday home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Possum Kingdom Lake and Sandy Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to The Cliffs Golf Course.
Possum Kingdom State Park - 48 min drive - 69.7 km
Getting around
Abilene, TX (ABI-Abilene Regional) - 132 min drive
Restaurants
Hemmingway’s Craft House - 28 min drive
Boondocks - 28 min drive
Fox Hollow - 67 min drive
PK Ice House - 28 min drive
Bonitaville - 31 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Almost 200ft of Shoreline at a Newly Renovated Gaines Bend Retreat! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Almost 200ft of Shoreline at a Newly Renovated Gaines Bend Retreat!?
As of 12 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Almost 200ft of Shoreline at a Newly Renovated Gaines Bend Retreat! on 13 November 2026 start from NZ$3,579, 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.
What time is check-in at Almost 200ft of Shoreline at a Newly Renovated Gaines Bend Retreat!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Almost 200ft of Shoreline at a Newly Renovated Gaines Bend Retreat!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Almost 200ft of Shoreline at a Newly Renovated Gaines Bend Retreat! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Possum Kingdom Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of The Cliffs Golf Course and PK East VFD Auxiliary Flea Market. Sandy Beach and Rocker B Ranch are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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Kid friendly, my grandkids loved the sandbox, swing and the large variety of activities in the kid’s cabinet. Everyone enjoyed swimming, fishing and relaxing on the dock.
We stayed for our 10 year anniversary and enjoyed this property very much! Brad was super responsive and awesome to communicate with! Will definitely go back to this place! Very convenient for bass boat parking next to the dock, and there is a carport for parking vehicles/boats when not in use!
Billy R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2022
I didn't realize it was your anniversary! Thank you for letting us be a part of that!
Very glad you had a nice time, and we'd love to have you back again.
This was the cutest house! So close to the water! Coffee on the porch for sunrise and drinks for sunset. Had ample space for guests and more than enough things to do! This house has it all! Brad was great to communicate with and we appreciated his hospitality so much! Look forward to staying again!
This place was absolutely perfect!! Brad was so easy to get in touch with and answered every question we had about the property/possum kingdom. The house is so clean and cozy, it comes fully stocked with everything you need and more. The property is stunning right on the lake with a picture perfect lawn. We had a blast swimming, swinging, playing cornhole and finishing the night with s’mores at the fire pit. We will definitely be back!!!!
Meghan B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
We're so glad you had a good time! Thank you for letting us host you.
This property perfectly fit our family for the July 4th holiday. Caught many fish from the dock, watched the deer play in the yard every morning and evening. Kitchen was great for large family meals. Would love to return!
Everything was awesome, the scenery, the wildlife, the lake!! Just beautiful, will certainly recommend to anyone! Hopefully be able to stay again soon!!!
We loved our Dec stay; it was 80-90 degrees which was very unusual. The home is very clean, has everything you'd ever need and is set up for comfort, level grounds/property perfect for kids and the elderly. The dock walkway is very solid and doesn't sway. Bradley was wonderful to work with via email. I would love to live there full time! Will definitely be back!!
When we arrived in area we saw dear all around the property. House was clean and right on the water. We enjoyed our stay here for sure. Was our first time at pk but won’t be our last…. Loved the lake and the area…….Beautiful home…….
This property is awesome! Views all around of the lake, it is quiet, and has EVERYTHING you need. It was a perfect size, kitchen is very well stocked for preparing meals, beautiful appliances, ICE MAKER! There are even games and toys in the closet for indoor entertainment. The beds are comfortable and they provide plenty of pillows and blankets. It felt like a home away from home.
The boat dock is a wonderful place to hang out, swim, the swings were a hit and the sandbox is so much fun! We had kids from 1-15 years and all were completely entertained. The sunset and sunrise colors are one of a kind. We would definitely stay again!! The host was extremely helpful with anything we needed.
We loved staying at the house. The owners were fantastic about responding to question. It was nice to be able to tie boat to dock. Plan on doing it again soon and staying longer.
I came with a group of 8 people and everyone could not stop talking about how amazing this place was. No one wanted to leave!! There are great views out every window, and you are on the water near one of the most beautiful sections of the lake. Devil's Gate is only 5 mins away on the water and roughly the same to get gas the other direction. So many amenities to enjoy from the closet of games, to the fire pit, back deck and floating dock with a lounge area. Sunsets were stellar, beds were comfortable and the kitchen was the perfect size for a large group. We cooked several large meals and everything we needed was there with plenty of space for multiple cooks in the kitchen. The host was quick to respond and ensure that we were happy with our stay. It couldn't have been any better. We all plan to go back again next year! Thank you for a stellar stay!