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Exterior
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$885
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Neches, TX
  • River Run Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Redlands Hotel
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Texas State Railroad: Palestine Depot
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional)
    ‪64 min drive‬

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About the area

Palestine

A family-friendly stay in Palestine awaits you at this lodge. You'll be 7.8 km (4.8 mi) from River Run Park and 20.9 km (13 mi) from Frankston Depot Library. Highlights at this lodge include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .This smoke-free lodge offers a water park, a games room and a garden. Added amenities include barbecues. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Palestine lodge include Redlands Hotel and Lake Palestine.
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What's nearby

  • River Run Park - 15 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Redlands Hotel - 27 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Texas State Railroad: Palestine Depot - 38 min drive - 32.2 km
  • Lake Jacksonville - 38 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Waterpark at the Villages - 51 min drive - 42.5 km

Getting around

  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 64 min drive

About this property

COZY RETREAT! FISHING, KAYAKING, SLEEPS UP TO 12! A FEW MILES TO TEXAS RAILROAD

Please call at 9037224597
We Don't Accept Young Male Group Reservations. If reservation is made- it will be cancelled.
Pets are not allowed.
We disinfect our towels and bedding sheets with bleach on the hottest water temperature settings to ensure safety for our guests and their piece of mind.
The cabin also gets a complete and very thorough cleaning.

113 acres, 3000 sq. ft, 2-story, 2 bedrooms, 2 studios, 2 kitchens, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 10 in beds based on double occupancy, waterfront

Our secluded property is located on 113 acres of deep woods with a beautiful one acre pond! A private and fully stocked pond can be seen from the balcony and is a few yards or a short walk from the lodge. There is a canoe on the property , you may enjoy time with your family fishing and riding a canoe. At night you may enjoy having a bonfire, making s'mores, and relaxing with your friends and family. There are numerous activities like ping-pong, volleyball, hiking and biking. Fun activities for all age groups! Railroad trips are offered by Texas State Railroad in Palestine all year round and about 20 minutes from lodge.

Mud run(Neches) - 5 minutes.
Pine Dunes Golf Course (Frankston) -15 min.
Neches River run-5 min.
Neches River National Wildlife Refuge-10 min.
Polar Express Palestine-20 min.
Lake Palestine -20 min.
Lake Jacksonville-10 min.
Dallas-120 min.
Houston- 3 hours

Our waterfront property can host a beautiful and private wedding ceremony! Families can also have rehearsal dinners and stay at the same time!! Our property is very secluded, thanks to its location in the midst of beautiful piney woods! Privacy is guaranteed; however, you will have a convenience of a city life. Family reunions, corporate events, retreats, and business meetings are welcome! You may just come to spend a weekend! Whatever it is, it's a perfect place to get away from city life and to enjoy being secluded in a quiet oasis.

We keep our property up to date! Besides, you will find coziness in every corner, your family and friends can spread out comfortably throughout the cabin. Inviting and relaxing atmosphere is guaranteed. Extra pillows, sheets and blankets are provided. For extra people in your party, you may find a king size feather bed and a few air mattresses. All our beds are very comfortable and will provide you with the best and the most relaxing sleep!

For your convenience, our kitchen is stocked with all necessary utensils, microwave, toaster oven, Frigidaire Refrigerator, bake ware, and both Keurig and regular coffee makers. Complimentary coffee and condiments are provided.
We also provide towels, toiletries, and a starter kit consisting of soaps, toilet paper, paper towels and trash bags.
You will feel home away from home!
Please do not book for groups larger than 14. For extra people over 6, additional charge $25 per person per day will be applied at the check-out. In case extra people will be staying without permission and their identification a charge of $350 will be applied without warning.

Property manager

Nataliya

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Playground
  • Table tennis
  • Video library
  • Water park

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35
Note from host: additional fees apply for events
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35. Note from host: additional fees apply for events For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does COZY RETREAT! FISHING, KAYAKING, SLEEPS UP TO 12! A FEW MILES TO TEXAS RAILROAD have a pool?

No, this lodge doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at COZY RETREAT! FISHING, KAYAKING, SLEEPS UP TO 12! A FEW MILES TO TEXAS RAILROAD?

As of 1 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at COZY RETREAT! FISHING, KAYAKING, SLEEPS UP TO 12! A FEW MILES TO TEXAS RAILROAD on 2 Apr 2025 start from AU$885.49, 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.

Does COZY RETREAT! FISHING, KAYAKING, SLEEPS UP TO 12! A FEW MILES TO TEXAS RAILROAD have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is COZY RETREAT! FISHING, KAYAKING, SLEEPS UP TO 12! A FEW MILES TO TEXAS RAILROAD family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that COZY RETREAT! FISHING, KAYAKING, SLEEPS UP TO 12! A FEW MILES TO TEXAS RAILROAD is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at COZY RETREAT! FISHING, KAYAKING, SLEEPS UP TO 12! A FEW MILES TO TEXAS RAILROAD?

No, COZY RETREAT! FISHING, KAYAKING, SLEEPS UP TO 12! A FEW MILES TO TEXAS RAILROAD does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at COZY RETREAT! FISHING, KAYAKING, SLEEPS UP TO 12! A FEW MILES TO TEXAS RAILROAD?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at COZY RETREAT! FISHING, KAYAKING, SLEEPS UP TO 12! A FEW MILES TO TEXAS RAILROAD?

No, pets are not allowed.

COZY RETREAT! FISHING, KAYAKING, SLEEPS UP TO 12! A FEW MILES TO TEXAS RAILROAD Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 103 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Catherine J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good and Bad
We had a wonderful birthday weekend for my husband's 70th. There were some wonderful things about the property, pros and cons.Location -- wonderful! Secluded county estate, but close to Jacksonville and Palestine.Things to Do -- We fished daily from the pond. The younger members went kayaking on Lake Palestine. We all enjoyed the ping-pong table. There is also a volleyball net, but no volleyball in sight.Check-in -- Very stressful. The owner would not give the gate and door codes until noon on the day of check-in. Since we live 3 hours away, I wasn't able to tell my other two parties the specific information until AFTER they had started the journey. Then, the owner showed up about 5:30 to pick up the liability release. That made me see how distrustful she was of us. At midnight, my granddaughter was awakened by a car, shining its lights on the house. She was actually frightened that someone had breached the gate and was coming for us. I'm sure it was the property owner. But, really? Supplies: The kitchen was great. Everything we needed. We were told not to use the garbage disposal. Well, why have one? (It worked fine.) The towels were thin and old. It took us lots of looking to find the extras. No washcloths! No tissue boxes. We went to town to get those, plus more toilet paper. Features: The master bedroom and all the baths have lots of built-in shelves. Perfect for a traveler! I loved this feature. There were lots of great beds, so the teenagers didn't have to share.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Country Getaway
Natalie’s property was the perfect family getaway from the city. We really enjoyed walking out the front door to fishing, canoeing, and nature walks with the kids. Saw plenty of wildlife (deer, beaver, ducks, turtles, etc.) right on the property. The cabin was very clean and well appointed with cooking and cleaning essentials. The only things that weren’t apparent from the listing were that the third bedroom is only accessible through the studio bedroom, and the owner had to come pickup a liability waiver in person. Mentioning for other traveler planning purposes.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicki J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
We will be back. We absolutely loved it. Perfect for all ages.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

KENDA W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
It was so beautiful out there. Just was prompt in answering any questions. Definitely would recommend and we will stay there again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R., Dallas, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Country Retreat
Great weekend getaway from the Dallas area. The property is large and wooded with plenty of walkable terrain. The house has a lot of entertaining areas and a great kitchen. The host was responsive and helpful and I’m sure we will be back for a longer stay next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R. Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Scenery!
My colleagues and I were in town for business and decided to stay here so we could enjoy Mother Nature and have time to work together after client meetings in the evenings and over the weekend. Our husbands joined us for the weekend, and we all had a wonderful time! Nataliya was kind, responsive, and accommodating! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M., Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay
Once again, we had a great time here. Ive been coming here for years for my birthday and haven't had one bad experience. Nataliya is a great host and always on top of making sure everything is going well with our stay and very quick to respond. You wont be disappointed. Looking forward to my next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing gem!
What a great place to come relax and unwind! Beautiful home with everything you need. The pond is awesome to just sit and enjoy nature. Great communication throughout the process. Will definitely stay here again if we are back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Palestine
This was a multi-generational family trip. This property provided a lot of space to stretch out. We really enjoyed the huge family room with the ping pong table. The lake (with canoe) was awesome. Everyone was able to catch fish! We would come here again - very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Marilyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday Trip
Property overall is beautiful. Enjoyed the kitchen for cooking with family. Communication with Owner was always prompt.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M., Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay!
I've been coming here for years and haven't had a bad experience one time. It's very quiet, relaxing and has some great fishing. The host, Nataliya, is so nice and has always been very quick to respond to any questions or issues i may have had. Looking forward to future trips to the property!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property worked out great for our group!
We had a group of 6 in town to visit family living in Palestine, a 20 minute drive away. We hosted a birthday party, watched Saturday football, and ate in every meal! The property more than adequately held our family group of 11 for our gatherings. Sleeping arrangements were more than adequate. I suspect the house would sleep 12, maybe more, people comfortably. The house is very much like a cabin. My kids said it felt like going to camp! The owner was tuned in to our every need, making our stay very comfortable. Thanks Nataliya!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M., Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great times!
I've been coming to this cabin every year for my birthday since 2015 and I've had a great time every year. The owner, Nataliya, has been so accommodating and just a great host each time. I always look forward to going back...the fishing is always good and haven't had a bad time yet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janio L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Farmhouse Fun
This is the second time staying on this property. We had so much fun. The house clean and very comfortable. Nataliya was very accommodating, and the communication with her before, during and after our stay was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Christopher H.

Overall Nice, Peaceful, Secluded Getaway
The massive private property allowed us to enjoy quiet natural surroundings, and there was plenty of comfortable space for everyone. The home could use some updates; central heat & A/C, lighting, bathrooms need actual showers instead of tubs with handheld sprayer (extremely difficult to shower if you're over 48" tall), drainage upstairs almost doesn't work. If the home was pristine and upgraded we would stay here over and over and over again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rafael V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to spend with family.
We had a great time, there were 12 of us and the house was perfect. Plenty of room for everyone and everything was clean. Nataliya was a great host, always responded to all my questions in less than 10 minutes. The kids enjoyed so much they wanted to stay longer, we are definitely planning to come back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M., Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time!
This was my 3rd stay at the cabin and everything was just as great as the previous 2 stays. Nataliya is a wonderful host and was quick to respond to any questions or issues that I had, even though there were some issues with the VRBO app Itself making it a little difficult to communicate at times, but all in all it was a great weekend....I'm already looking forward to the next trip out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great large home
The house was great for our group of 10. We had plenty of space and enjoyed sitting by and fishing at the pond. The large tables allowed us to all enjoyed our meals together.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

carolyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun
Ten members of our family stayed in this spacious house. We had a blast! Nataliya, our host, couldn’t have been nicer. We asked if there was a blender and a fan for the upstairs; she said no and then bought us both. She was accommodating for all our requests and shared fun things for us to do. The kitchen was well equipped and there were beds for 12. I loved that our grandkids had their own space and kitchen upstairs. We played lots of ping pong and all my grandkids loved exploring the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Jacob F.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Realist review Pro's and Con's - Owner needs coaching on customer service
Pro's -Owner was very responsive every time we messaged even late past midnight -The ONLY property available for the amount of people we had stay (14 - 7 adults, 1 teenager, 6 kids all seven and under) -Plenty of space and beds for a large group -Secluded -Comfortable beds and pillows -Was able to maintain the temperature at a low degree downstairs (i like it cool so this was very important) Cons -Description says they keep the property "Immaculate". This couldn't have been further from the truth. Dead bugs in almost every light fixture. Vent filters looked like they hadn't been replaced in a few years. They had layers of filth on them. -Leftover trash included: razor blade in the shelving unit in the wall that was in the kitchen next to the fridge, mcdonalds cup and straw in the cupboard, leftover baby chew toy under bed upstairs, plastic wrapping on banister upstairs as well as dead bugs behind beds. -Upstairs thermostat has lock box. Owner came over once and turned it down upon request but left it on "auto" and not "on". She never came back to adjust when she said she would. -Owner requires you to sign a waiver upon arrival, even wanted the 2-3 year old names (odd IMO). -wifi very unreliable (understandable in the area) -no smoke alarms or inoperable. -listing mentions access to balcony but the door is blocked by a couch/listing says can't move furniture -no hot water in downstairs shower (also very short) -other 2 "showers" are more like tubs with a shower wand -dust and cobwebs very much present especially upstairs Owner was pleasant at first but as soon as I expressed my concern with the cleanliness, wifi not working, hot air she said if I wasn't happy then why don't I just go somewhere else. She said "you said the property was nice when you first got there". I arrived, scanned the place, and left to get groceries. Came back and unpacked then started noticing the details. She also thought it was normal for a door to still open from the inside when it was locked. We had kids and this concerned us. They did say they would be willing to replace it but we told them not to worry about it and we just put the freezer in front so no kids could get out. She said the hot water was a maintenance issue and wouldn't be able to be resolved until after the weekend. When I told her about the wifi not working she said it was working fine when she was there. Much more could be said but this only allows so many characters.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark B., Ft.Worth

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering,
The property was excellent due to a loss of a family member,.beautiful county,..great scenery,. & I got a chance to go fishing in the canoe at the property . I will go back and highly recommend this personal experience.👍🏽
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOHN H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
We had 8 guys for a weekend golf trip to Pine Dunes. The home couldn’t have been more perfect and Natalya was an amazing host. Will definitely return next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cabin in the woods!!
First, I would like to say that Nataliya is an amazing host and very attentive to any needs you may have during your stay. Her home that she opened up to families is incredible. It reminded me of my grandparents cabin in New Mexico. Surrounded by huge trees and nostalgic items throughout the inside. There are the modern amenities people want, TVs, Wi-Fi upon request, etc., but why would you want those with the entire beautiful property right outside the front door. Fishing was good, only for my son because he was the only one with a catch, but it was peaceful and so relaxing down by the lake. This place is exactly what you need if getting away from the insanity of suburban life is what you are seeking. Look no further than this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Away for Peace and Quiet
This property is nestled in the piney woods and secluded for peace and quiet. There was plenty of space for the 12 of us and sleeping arrangements were comfortable. The property allowed for active play outdoors, hiking, private lake, canoe and fire pit.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021