At Island Park Cottage- Cozy 2-bedroom home on the Lake, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 798 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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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.
Island Park Cottage- Cozy 2-bedroom home on the Lake
Island Park Cottage is a large and private property with a cozy open concept 2-bedroom home located on the lake in Gun Barrel City. Perfect for a family getaway or a small group of friends, you will have direct access from the backyard to the lake (SEE NOTE BELOW REGARDING THE LAKE LEVEL) for less than most other waterfront homes on the lake. Only an hour away Dallas, Cedar Creek Lake combined with Island Park Cottage is the perfect destination for those looking to escape the city life for a few days. Located in a quiet neighborhood in Gun Barrel City, you can take a walk or ride a bike through the neighborhood. You have access to the Walmart and Brookshires Grocery store within a few minutes' drive. Visit the multiple local restaurants or choose to eat at home on the water.
THE LAKE LEVEL CAN VARY AT ANY GIVEN TIME DURING THE YEAR. We recommend you inquire about the lake level if this is an important part of your visit to the lake BEFORE YOU BOOK. The current level is: VERY LOW, and we have very little water in the channel we sit in currently.
Inside of home: Open concept living room/kitchen Living room has sofa, leather side chair, tv with Hulu, Netflix and Disney Plus. Fireplace has electric heater insert. Kitchen contains: refrigerator, oven, dishwasher, microwave, blender, food processor, toaster, instant pot, pots and pans, dishes, silverware, cooking spices. 1st Bedroom: Queen bed with bedding and pillows. 2nd Bedroom: Full bed, twin bed and pull out twin bed, bedding, pillows, tv with Old School video games. Bathroom: Stand up shower basic toiletries. Sunroom: sofa with queen sleeper, washer/dryer, full length wrap-around drapery for privacy. Wifi is provided, but at the lake anything can happen and sometimes the internet goes down. This unfortunately is not something we can control and most properties are subjected to this. Please keep this in mind if internet is a requirement for you stay.
On the Outside: Raised deck from the back door with outdoor seating including a couch and a bar/table for eating. The grill is located right off the deck with overhead string lights to help see across the expansive backyard. A paddleboard and kayak as well as life vests are provided (You may want to bring your own to assure proper fit). Fish directly from our lower dock, Stairway with rails to help you get in and out of the water. Three beach cruisers and a jr. bike. Dock to tie off boat for day use. We do not recommend leaving your boat in overnight as there is not a boat lift and can be damaged if the water gets rough. Tying up to the dock is done at the guest's risk. We take no responsibility for any damage that could occur to your boat. Local boat ramp is less than 5 minutes away. Upper deck above dock is now open. Enjoy the beautiful sunset views of the lake!
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video games
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift (single-level property)
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the waterfront
Things to do
Bicycles
Kayak
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Used towels can be left on the floor in the bathroom or by the washing machine.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
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 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 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
About the area
Located in Mabank, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Cedar Creek Country Club and Tara Vineyards and Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Purtis Creek State Park and Cedar Creek Reservoir. Whatz-Up Family Fun Park and East Texas Arboretum are also worth visiting. Visit our Gun Barrel City travel guide
Is Island Park Cottage- Cozy 2-bedroom home on the Lake pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Island Park Cottage- Cozy 2-bedroom home on the Lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Island Park Cottage- Cozy 2-bedroom home on the Lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Island Park Cottage- Cozy 2-bedroom home on the Lake?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Island Park Cottage- Cozy 2-bedroom home on the Lake located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Cedar Creek Reservoir and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Tom Finley Park. Whatz-Up Family Fun Park and The Library at Cedar Creek Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Island Park Cottage- Cozy 2-bedroom home on the Lake Reviews
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Property was in a great location with easy access to the lake. House was very comfortable and had all necessities to that made the stay feel like home.
2nd stay, this time over Christmas Holiday. Cortney was amazing… Vrbo was spotless, cozy, and best: decorated for Christmas!!! Can’t imagine staying anywhere else in GBC!
Amazing and responsive host, warm, inviting, and spotless!! So glad we chose this Vrbo… we picked based on proximity to my daughters Gun Barrel City house. We are returning because we absolutely loved the space! I especially liked the sunroom, felt like I was outside without being out in actual heat of the day. Cortney is the Best!!
This sweet lake house was even better than expected. It was perfectly clean and the host had provided everything you would want or need to fully enjoy the stay.
The house is perfectly decorated and has every comfortable of home including a fully stocked kitchen, bathroom necessities such as fresh toothbrushes and nice toiletries, fluffy comforters, and a nice smell greets you when you arrive.
The closed in patio is nice for morning coffee with a view of the lake and there is a large outdoor area with activities if you want to partake.
Courtney was quick to answer any question we had and made the experience so nice.
My daughter and I will be back next time we go to Canton!
Courtney has put a great deal of though into making your stay relaxing, comfortable and stocked with essentials. It’s very clean and spacious with very comfortable sofas, chairs, and beds! The kitchen has all the essentials you’ll need, including lots of spices. It has a great view of the lake tributary from the patio deck outside or from the sunroom that runs the full length of the back of the house. Large trees to enjoy the shade. We enjoyed kayaking, and used the paddle board. The corn hole pad they’ve got is great fun too! Lights for outside ambience at night. We didn’t use the fire pit but it’s a great added feature. Great area to walk or bike the streets and enjoy the neighborhood.
Courtney checks in to make everything is okay and was quick to respond when one set of lights didn’t work due to power outage. It was an easy fix.
Loved our stay and we’ll be back.
We absolutely loved this property. Grew up in the same neighborhood and lived there for years. This is one of the best VRBO I have ever stayed in. The host was wonderful to work with. I HIGHLY recommend.
Absolutely wonderful home, owners, and location. We had 4 friends join us one afternoon to celebrate my husband’s birthday and they also loved the house. We floated in the canal and kayaked and paddle boarded to the lake. We will return.
The property is lovely and well maintained. The sunroom on the back of the house makes the trip totally worthwhile! Courtney is responsive and extremely helpful. My husband and I had a wonderful time. Thank you, Courtney!
Everything was brand new in the home and loved the small but loaded kitchen with plenty of counter space. We spent most of our time on the back deck just enjoying our stay. We loved it and plan to come back. Courtney, property manager, communicated with us very well and made sure everything was ready when we arrived. Thank you very much for the beautiful home on the lake.
This home and property manager are amazing! Decor and cleanliness of the home is fantastic! Decor is perfectly, light and relaxing. The home had all the amenities we needed in the kitchen and was not over crowded with unnecessary items, making what we needed easy to find. Can't wait to find another reason to go back to this property!
If you're looking for peace and solitude topped off by stylish and comfortable surroundings, then this is it!! This place is a true gem from top to bottom. We enjoyed our stay here so much on our very first family ladies' trip and this adorable home provided everything that we could ask for. We absolutely love the ability to sit on the dock, fish and take in the outdoors plus have to use of the fantastic, enclosed patio room when it was raining. You cannot go wrong here! Thank you so much for such a wonderful place!
We’ve stayed at mini vacation rental location and this one supersedes them all by far! Courtney has given careful attention to all the little details. Decorating was in keeping with the theme of the property and we found the rental to be clean and very well stocked with everything we needed from condiments to water to bug spray.
I have stayed at many VRBO properties over the years and this is #1 on my list for the attention to all the details that made my Mom’s stay comfortable. We normally rent something larger, to fit our family of 10, but this time it was just my Mom and me with my daughters visiting. The size was perfect! It felt MUCH larger than the square footage listed in the description!!!