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GUS's PLACE...Unwind with a TRIP to the PAST in this CABIN built in 1865.
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 3 102.2 sq m
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Nacogdoches, TX
- Stephen F. Austin State University5 min drive
- Ruby M. Mize Azalea Garden6 min drive
- Homer Bryce Stadium7 min drive
- Nacogdoches, TX (OCH-A L Mangham Jr. Regional)12 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Little Cabin Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Reading Room w Bottom Bunk
1 Single Bunk Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
GUS's PLACE...Unwind with a TRIP to the PAST in this CABIN built in 1865.
This is just the cutest little cabin that was the original homeplace for this property back in 1865. We both love LONESOME DOVE so we named this cabin for GUS. (We built a two bedroom "CLARA'S CABIN" at the other end of the property. Both are very private and have their own sense of a peaceful getaway.)
It has been updated in keeping with respect for both its age and our modern needs. The kitchen boasts a new stainless GE gas stove/oven and a stainless GE fridge. It has a porcelain farm sink and the floors....while not old....are stained to match the old plank flooring in the rest of the house. There is a comfy living room with a fireplace and DirecTV and fantastic stained glass pieces done by widely acclaimed stained glass artist, Pat Williams.
The bedroom has a queen size bed and off this bedroom in the front is a reading room/bunk room with a bunk for ONE extra person...although this little house is more comfortable for one or two people. We can also provide a cot or a Pack N Play if given advance notice that you are bringing a small child.
The bathroom has a slate tile floor and slate tile shower with stained glass in the window of the shower and above the sink. There is a washer and dryer in the event that you need those items. We supply a hair dryer and linens and towels for your needs. We also supply shampoo, soaps, Tide, charcoal for grilling, etc., just like your home. We stock the pantry with condiments and other foodstuffs for your use.
There is a lovely patio in the back with a couple of tables and chairs and patio furniture with an umbrella. We have a hot tub (PLEASE...NO LOTIONS AT ALL ON YOUR BODIES IN THE HOT TUB.) There is a fire pit for your enjoyment and we generally have wood out there for it. . There is also a propane fired grill for your outdoor cookouts!
Whatever you would like to use at the Little House, please feel free to do so.
AND....if you love fresh farm eggs feel free to go into the chicken coop and get some fresh eggs and in the garden behind the little chicken coop, you can pluck some fresh veggies whenever the garden yields its crops.
Our newest dog addition, Lilly the blue eyed husky, will usually camp out under the Little House just to keep cool.
It is just a lovely little cabin. Please enjoy yourself! You can text me at 936-645-6101
It has been updated in keeping with respect for both its age and our modern needs. The kitchen boasts a new stainless GE gas stove/oven and a stainless GE fridge. It has a porcelain farm sink and the floors....while not old....are stained to match the old plank flooring in the rest of the house. There is a comfy living room with a fireplace and DirecTV and fantastic stained glass pieces done by widely acclaimed stained glass artist, Pat Williams.
The bedroom has a queen size bed and off this bedroom in the front is a reading room/bunk room with a bunk for ONE extra person...although this little house is more comfortable for one or two people. We can also provide a cot or a Pack N Play if given advance notice that you are bringing a small child.
The bathroom has a slate tile floor and slate tile shower with stained glass in the window of the shower and above the sink. There is a washer and dryer in the event that you need those items. We supply a hair dryer and linens and towels for your needs. We also supply shampoo, soaps, Tide, charcoal for grilling, etc., just like your home. We stock the pantry with condiments and other foodstuffs for your use.
There is a lovely patio in the back with a couple of tables and chairs and patio furniture with an umbrella. We have a hot tub (PLEASE...NO LOTIONS AT ALL ON YOUR BODIES IN THE HOT TUB.) There is a fire pit for your enjoyment and we generally have wood out there for it. . There is also a propane fired grill for your outdoor cookouts!
Whatever you would like to use at the Little House, please feel free to do so.
AND....if you love fresh farm eggs feel free to go into the chicken coop and get some fresh eggs and in the garden behind the little chicken coop, you can pluck some fresh veggies whenever the garden yields its crops.
Our newest dog addition, Lilly the blue eyed husky, will usually camp out under the Little House just to keep cool.
It is just a lovely little cabin. Please enjoy yourself! You can text me at 936-645-6101
Property manager
Marcia Lyon
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have Pack N Play and toys for kids.
Events
No events allowed
We have facilities on the property for lg Events
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
This is a non smokng property. FIRM Policy.
Important information
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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
Note from host: We have facilities on the property for lg Events
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Nacogdoches
Located in Nacogdoches, this cabin is in the city centre and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lanana Creek Trail and Pecan Acres Park, while Durst-Taylor Historic House and Gardens and Nacogdoches Railroad Depot are cultural highlights. Ruby M. Mize Azalea Garden and SFA Mast Arboretum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nacogdoches, TX
What's nearby
- Lanana Creek Trail - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
- Nacogdoches Visitor's Center - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
- Stephen F. Austin State University - 5 min drive - 6.3 km
- Ruby M. Mize Azalea Garden - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
- Homer Bryce Stadium - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Taco Bell - 6 min drive
- McDonald's - 7 min drive
- Clear Springs Restaurant - 5 min drive
- Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 6 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
31 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy S.
7 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Amy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paton W.
20 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!!!
Paton W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chelle H.
13 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday Weekend!
Chelle H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Daniel S.
25 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical experience
Daniel S.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Z P.
17 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Z P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tammy M.
1 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gus' Place
Tammy M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura R.
12 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house
Laura R.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Carey W.
5 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and Cozy
Carey W.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephen M.
15 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to stay.
Stephen M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dennis H.
7 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place
Dennis H.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim P.
29 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overnight Get Away
Kim P.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Denell F.
8 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience
Denell F.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joseph C.
15 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Cabin
Joseph C.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angel H.
5 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gem of a stay!
Angel H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
David C.
5 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Cabin in the Woods
David C.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Margaret W.
16 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Margaret W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Gary C.
28 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxed & Reset
Gary C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Andi B.
26 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short weekend graduation getaway
Andi B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris S.
6 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and quiet
Chris S.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matilde R.
4 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and peaceful
Matilde R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jeanie C.
13 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gus cabin
Jeanie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lynette L.
3 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation stay
Lynette L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lana B.
18 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little getaway
Lana B.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dennis H.
14 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday Weekend Getaway
Dennis H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
About the host
Hosted by Marcia Lyon

We have lived on and loved this wonderful property since 2000. It is just the perfect spot being 2.5 miles from town and yet on 25+ acres of beautiful hardwoods. We both love the outdoors and this place allows us to enjoy the close proximity of town and the peace that is found in the country. My husband grew up in Levelland, Texas on a farm and loves the pastures as well as the woods surrounding us out here. We always have a few cows in one of the adjoining pastures and we enjoy them as well as the gardens and the chicks. Of course we have a wonderful dog or two always and our little farm cat wandering about. (We LOVE our animals but we DO NOT welcome them into the house.)
I grew up in West Texas also... Amarillo to be exact, and really enjoy our little Casita (and the main house which is a bit like a large treehouse)! We have a barn with a kitchen and music studio and of course work space for the farm stuff! Out in the back of the big house is a "Brew Kitchen" where my husband makes incredible craft beers from time to time..
I grew up in West Texas also... Amarillo to be exact, and really enjoy our little Casita (and the main house which is a bit like a large treehouse)! We have a barn with a kitchen and music studio and of course work space for the farm stuff! Out in the back of the big house is a "Brew Kitchen" where my husband makes incredible craft beers from time to time..
Why they chose this property
Hi! I'm Marcia. I have been a VRBO host for seven years and our portfolio of vacation rentals includes three properties now and another soon to be open. We manage every detail of our homes and are 100% involved in all aspects of the entire process. We maintain 'Premier' status throughout our hosting, and we score within the top 1% of all vacation rental hosts. We do this by valuing our guests and understanding what's important to them. (Like supplying almost EVERYTHING BUT your groceries in all of our homes! We have been to too many rental homes that did not even have toilet paper, paper towels, or coffee, soaps, shampoo, condiments, etc. We want you to enjoy your vacation and feel that you are home and NOT in a rental.) Our guests appreciate a professionally cleaned home on each visit. Our guests also appreciate our quick, communication response times throughout the rental process - from the booking to the stay. We are passionate about hosting and take great pride in ensuring our guests have a great experience. I hope you enjoy it as much as we do! If you are a returning guest, please inquire about special pricing for returning guests.
We live 1/4 mile up a winding driveway high on a hill. We are gone a good bit and may or may not be at home when you arrive. BUT you will be WELL CARED FOR! You can reach me at (a telephone number that this site will not give out until booking) if you need me. Be advised....I am NOT a mechanic, electrician, or carpenter (but I can usually locate them!). I am grandmother named KUKU who loves to have folks over to enjoy a leap back in time.....I will do whatever I can to make your stay memorable.
We live 1/4 mile up a winding driveway high on a hill. We are gone a good bit and may or may not be at home when you arrive. BUT you will be WELL CARED FOR! You can reach me at (a telephone number that this site will not give out until booking) if you need me. Be advised....I am NOT a mechanic, electrician, or carpenter (but I can usually locate them!). I am grandmother named KUKU who loves to have folks over to enjoy a leap back in time.....I will do whatever I can to make your stay memorable.
What makes this property unique
Since we bought this property we have added the barn with an apartment in it, and Clara's Cabin, as well as updating Gus's Place. We "vacation" there when we can't find the time to get away. Sitting on the front porch, looking out at the cows in the pasture to the left or gathering eggs for breakfast or just relaxing make this a very, very special get away. Come see your college kid or just enjoy fishing at one of the area lakes or take in the many historical landmarks in "The Oldest Town in Texas". Relax at a wonderful, personal little cabin that is a quaint bit of history and leave totally refreshed and relaxed.
I think you will love it as we do.....
I think you will love it as we do.....
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