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Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar.

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Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library - Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar. (Malakoff)
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A firepit, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar.. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar.

A traditional Texas lake house with a touch of the Virgin Islands awaits you just one short hour southeast of downtown Dallas. The Cruzan Confusion is appropriately named after a traditional drink of the Virgin islands meant to temporarily "confuse" your mind from your everyday worries. Come pull up a barstool at the outdoor bar area that we have dubbed "Soggy Dollar North". Relax in a hammock, sit by the outdoor firepit, or grab a seat at one of our many seating areas on our expansive outside deck which is shaded by a canopy of beautiful trees. If you feel like being a little more active, take a paddle on one of the 2 provided kayaks, have a swim off the boat dock, or toss in a line. At the boat dock you will find mooring whips to keep your boat secured for your stay, a slide for the kids and a waverunner lift to easily launch the kayaks or store your own waverunners. The boat dock has a boat lift as well which may be available for use for an extra fee. Make sure to take in the amazing 360 degree views from the large party deck above the boat dock, especially at sunset. If you wish to enjoy the game while remaining outside, pull it up on the 50" 4K smart tv behind the Soggy Dollar North bar. Oh yeah, the property does come with a 4 bedroom house as well if you want to take a break from the outdoors. The kitchen and main living areas have been recently renovated and decorated with a light nautical/coastal theme which is carried throughout all 4 bedrooms. The house sleeps 11 with a queen in bedroom 1, another queen in bedroom 2, a queen and twin in bedroom 3 and a full over full bunk in bedroom 4. When it is time to eat, throw some food on the propane grill at the outside bar, or prep it in the kitchen on the new granite countertops. Enjoy plenty of seating at meal time including a farmhouse dining table that expands to seat 10-12 people. Views are in no short supply from inside the house as the entire wall facing the lake consists sliding glass doors. So get away from troubles and hustle and bustle of everyday life and come get "confused" at Cruzan Confusion! ***please note that WiFi has been unreliable. There is only one provider in the area and they have been impossible to deal with. We have antenna television, dvd with tons of movies, and the tv apps can run off of phone hotspots if the internet is not working properly. If reliable internet is a must I recommend a different rental.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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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

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

If any of the house rules or policies are violated, some or all of the deposit is subject to forfeit.

No more than 11 people at anytime even during the day without special permission from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

About the area

Located in Malakoff, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Purtis Creek State Park and Cedar Creek Reservoir reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Athens Bowling Center and East Texas Arboretum. Henderson County Performing Arts Center and Whatz-Up Family Fun Park are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Malakoff travel guide
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Malakoff, TX

What's nearby

  • Cedar Creek Reservoir
    Cedar Creek Reservoir
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Purtis Creek State Park
    23 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Navarro College
    50 min drive - 67.6 km
  • First Monday Trade Days
    52 min drive - 63.6 km
  • Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark
    55 min drive - 67.3 km

Getting around

  • Love Field Airport (DAL)
    88 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Dock Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant
    9 min drive
  • Whataburger
    9 min drive
  • Dairy Queen
    16 min drive
  • Big Momma's Snack Shack
    15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Cedar Creek Reservoir and within 12 miles (20 km) of Trinity River and Tara Vineyards and Winery. Athens Bowling Center and East Texas Arboretum are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar. Reviews

Reviews

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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Meredith E.

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

Spring Break getaway

Great view of the lake. Wifi wasn’t reliable throughout the two nights but didn’t keep us from enjoying the outdoors!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

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

Summer fun

Great location beautiful view and the outside deck was the best part.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue K.

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

Family Christmas

We had a wonderful time at your home. It was perfect for our need and enjoyed the view of the water and the pier. The outside deck and bar are great! We definitely would like to come back over the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelby S.

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

Great family weekend getaway!

We had a family of 11, ages 7 to 70, stay here for the weekend. We had a great time. Outdoor space was amazing for the perfect temperatures we had. We sat on the top deck a lot and enjoyed the views, fished, grilled, and played games. Only issue was the internet. Couldn't get it to connect which was probably only temporary and I'm sure is pretty common on the lake but no big deal. Host was great and very accommodating. We will definitely stay here again. Thanks, Wes! My family made great memories.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy J.

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

Lake Life is Bigger in Texas

We visited from out of state for the total solar eclipse. The house has everything you could want for a lake vacation - kayaks, water slide, floaties, some life jackets (bring your own too), and a great Margaritaville bar for the full Buffet experience. There is a large grass area down to the lake, and a top deck over the water for tanning and sunset watching. There's a back bedroom that sleeps 4 and is great for kid-parent separation and accommodating naptimes and earlier bedtimes. The eclipse would have been epic on its own, but getting to see it here with friends and family was truly once in a lifetime. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

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

Picture Perfect for Family Fun - 1 problem

This property was amazing and was the perfect spot for meeting up with old friends and all our children. The deck and backyard were perfect for hours of relaxing and space to explore and run for the kids. We grilled, we cooked, we listened to music and watched the outdoor tv. We ate on the outdoor table and indoor table with ease and we enjoyed all the lake views from the deck, the rooftop boat house deck and the backyard firepit! I would like to point out that the full over full bunk room is accessible through a queen room and the ensuite bathroom so it's not private. There are only a couple of things I would advise future traveler's about. There is no bathtub, only stall showers, I know this is minor so if you are traveling with littles you might want to bring an inflatable infant tub. The major issue is that one of the queen beds was completely unusable. This was in a private queen bedroom so as an adult couple we quite literally could not sleep on it. It was like something out of a cartoon network throwback nightmare. You would sink 12inches into it and roll, the metal springs were so loud you could hear them from the living room. After several sleepless hours of pain, we resorted to the couch and living room floor. The next night we all drew straws and my 50+ yo husband ended up on a twin top bunk leaving the queen bed of horrors empty for a whole night of our stay. If they replace the mattress I would say this is an absolutely perfect lake house getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time in a wonderful setting with wonderful weather. Wes was always responsive to questions. The lake was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun, casual lake house with a beautiful boat dock and huge backyard and patio. We especially loved the swing in the back yard and the fire pit. Neighborhood was super quiet. Host is a great communicator, and doesn't bog you down with lots of chores!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rae f.

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

Great family rental

Has everything you need! Our family felt right at home! Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

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

Great place

It’s a great property in a nice quiet neighborhood right on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marci A.

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

Great vacation spot for a quiet, secluded lakeside getaway!

We loved our stay. We had a group of 8 who slept comfortably and had plenty of room to hang out while indoors. Highly recommend if you are looking for a peaceful getaway just outside the city!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karan m.

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

Wedding weekend

We stayed here to be near my daughter’s wedding. It was a great place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

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

Relaxing WFH Trip

We enjoyed the beautiful views and time connecting in nature at Wes’ property. Our family had a blast!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LAURA N.

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

Wedding weekend stay

Beautiful property - the outdoor space was great!! Everything you need for a weekend at the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Desiree B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive! Every time I asked a question, he answered within 5 minutes. The outside was beautiful, great location, plenty of room to enjoy the views and outside. I loved the outside bar!! The only real problem was the WiFi. It worked about 7% of the time we were there. We wanted to watch the tv outside at the bar area and the WiFi wouldn’t work. So, we had to use our phone and data. The beds are extremely soft as well. Some people like soft beds, I prefer a firm mattress. Other than those 2 things, everything was great!! I’d definitely go back, especially in warmer weather to enjoy the outside more!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon Paul T.

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

Wonderful birthday weekend

We celebrated my mothers 60th birthday with our family and the entire experience was wonderful. Our family looks forward to booking another reservation here in the future the owners were very gracious hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

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

Perfect weekend

Just as cute as it shows in the pictures. Clean and well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toby C.

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

Vacay

Nice deck. Nice dock. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

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

Lake house

Excellent expirence. Cozy beds. Awesome view of the lake. Quiet neighborhood. Loved everything about the place! Great memories!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bret S.

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

spring break

Everything we expected!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Underwhelmed

I have to echo that for the price this property is very underwhelming. The outdoors and lake are beautiful. The property itself is essentially a renovated double wide. Old, musty, very used furniture. Uncomfortable. Paper thin walls. Spiders greet you in the showers. Thin old towels and only one roll of paper towel and one garbage bag for the weekend. Back doors are so warped that they barely open. Not what I was expecting and we have been to may VRBO units throughout the country. This place needs a renovation or a significant price reduction. My kids both said they’re stuffed animals smell like the lake house still, and not in a good way. Sorry.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Samye H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Fine for a Canton get-away

We stayed 3 nights for a girl’s trip Canton weekend. Host provided good and thorough check-in information, though when I messaged a question through the app he did not ever respond. It wasn’t a big issue though, we figured it out. The house is cute, well decorated, beautiful lake view and neat lake access. The house is older and it shows in some things like the rattle in the ceiling fans, smaller rooms, the need for extra A/C window units to keep it cool, and the lack of outlets around the bathroom mirror (had to plug in hair dryer above toilet which was odd but we made do, not worries). The one thing that would cause us to not look at renting here again was the roach in the kitchen. Can tolerate spiders, roaches are an issue with me. Understand you’ll have more bugs next to a lake house but it was surprising to our party and we avoided the kitchen, definitely didn’t cook while we were there. We enjoyed the large dining table for games and the living room was comfortable. The tables outside were nice for sitting and relaxing the short time we spent on the deck. The check out procedures were simple and clear. Overall it was a good stay apart from the big issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh M.

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

Relaxing Retreat

Perfect location if you are attending a wedding at Margot Hill. Great getaway - very relaxing with the beautiful lake views. The deck is so spacious and has plenty of seating. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. Beds were super comfy. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

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

Nice Thanksgiving Celebration.

The house, deck, and grounds were great. We really enjoyed our stay. Our stay was relaxing and fun. We cooked the turkey on the grill and all the Thanksgiving day sides in the oven. It was a great family get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

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

Best outdoor getaway at the lake

This house was great for our family getaway of 4 adults and 2 kids. The outdoor areas were wonderful and we spent a lot of time outside enjoying our time by the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022