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The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake

Holiday home in Karnack with a hot tub

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Exterior
Interior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Escape to Caddo Lake / Big Lake in Karnack, Tx, where this serene space offers a tranquil retreat. With 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 baths, you'll have ample room to unwind. Take advantage of the large kitchen and open floor plan or enjoy year-round fun boating on Caddo Lake with kayaks available for guest use.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$448
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct

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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.

The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space at Caddo Lake / Big Lake in Karnack, Tx. Right across the road from Tuckers boat ramp for launching. Covered boat parking and charging at on site carport.Also, daily or overnight in water boat parking available for $3 day.Enjoy year-round fun boating, duck hunting, fishing, and frogging on Caddo Lake. Hunting is also available at the Caddo Lake national wildlife refuge located behind the property. 4 Bedrooms (all queens) 2 Baths (1 shower only, 1 shower/tub combo) Large kitchen Open floor plan Laundry room Private hot tub on front porchOutdoor firepit & seating Kayaks availf9r giest use. Entire house. Located in a rural areaGeneral need items:Zapps convenient store (bait, snacks, drinks, NO GAS): 5 miles / 6 minsFamily Dollar: 8.5 miles / 14 minsRestaurants: Zapps BBQ: 5 miles / 6 minsBig Pines: 10.5 miles / 18 mins (also available by boat)Shady Glade Café: 13.5 miles / 22 mins (also available by boat)Lighthouse Bar & Grill: 14 miles / 22 minsGrocery Store / Gas: Spring Market: 16 miles / 18 minsThings to do: Caddo Lake State Park: 9 miles / 17 minsCaddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge: 4.5 miles / 12 minsGator & Friends: 16.5 miles / 19 minsSplash Kingdom (seasonal): 24.5 miles / 29 mins

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Kayak

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

652163

About the area

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Karnack, TX

What's nearby

  • Caddo Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Caddo Lake State Park - 27 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Martha Josey Ranch - 33 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Horseshoe Bossier City Casino - 50 min drive - 56.9 km

Getting around

  • Marshall Depot - 36 min drive
  • Shreveport, LA (SHV-Shreveport Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Pines Lodge - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Bar & Grill - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Shady Glade Cafe - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Pizza Pad - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Shady Glade Cafe - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake?

As of 6 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake on 3 Oct 2025 start from AU$448.42, 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 The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Caddo Lake and Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge. Caddo Lake State Park and Wildlife Management Area is 10 mi (16.2 km) away.

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The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Great Stay!

My crew and I enjoyed the stay very much. All 4 of us were comfortable the entire week. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Great getaway

Beautiful property and friendly owners. Highly recommend booking the gators den
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trinity R.

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

So much FUN

The Gator Den was such a blast! Absolutely a beautiful property, so many perks and amenities. Easy to park, walking distance to Tuckers boat launch, and the owners are incredibly helpful. 5 21 year old women were able to have fun comfortably and celebrate our friend getting married. The only suggestion I could even add is a curtain to cover the sliding glass door bc it is very easy to see in at night. Other than that, it’s a perfect place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Loretta R.

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

Sisters weekend

Very relaxing. Furniture comfy with lots of space
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Great cabin on Caddo Lake

The cabin is as advertised. It was very clean. Had plenty of room for everyone. The front screened in porch is a great for relaxing and enjoying the hot tub. You can see the lake from the front porch. The mattresses are new. They are a little too firm for my preferences, but that’s a personal preference and nothing against the host or house. WiFi and data aren’t great, but then why do you need internet when you’re at the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Lois M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice owner

it wasn’t exactly what we were expecting. We did have roaches and ants. The landlord dropped off some bait but it didn’t really change anything. The sofa quit working we tried everything and couldn’t get it to work but in messing with it there was cereal and something spilled under the couch. Cereal in the couch. There was a poor dog that was hungry and hung out we finally fed her she was starving we couldn’t get anyone to come get her.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Gator Den

We saw mouse droppings in the cabinet above the stove. Every dish we tried to use was dirty, had to be washed to use. Bugs were in the kids beds. They had to sleep on the couch. And they said they colud hear mice, making noises. They guy that runs the boat ramp was very nosey. Demanding we pay 3 dollars to fish. We didnt see anywhere it said we needed to pay. No big deal. Other than that, the stay was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alabama H.

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

The spot you want

The owner was a pleasure to work with. She made our trip a breeze to stay with and help set up our trip for success. The house was very nice and clean. The proximity to the boat ramp made getting on and off the water in a snap. If you like to fish this is the place to stay. Our group had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

Great short trip

This was perfect for a girls weekend away. We were safe and very secluded. I wish we could have seen the water, but the boat tour was close and great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan V.

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

Perfect option

Needed a base camp for 24 hrs while on the lake for a photo shoot. Gator Den was perfect for our needs! The host allowed us to drop our bags a bit early and plug in a crock pot to get dinner rolling. The property was tiddy inside and out. Newer clean appliances and comfortable beds and couches. Showers hot and good pressure. It is within walking distance of the lake and had ample space to bark a boat or two overnight. Thank you April!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023