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COZY RETREAT! FISHING, WATERFRONT,3 BEDROOMS, QUIET, ISOLATED RURAL AREA

Travelers find a peaceful escape at this woodland retreat where they can paddle across the lake or gather with family around the crackling fire pit

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Set within 113 acres of woods, this serene property offers a private pond for fishing and kayaking. Families can enjoy evenings by the firepit or games of ping-pong. The retreat includes on-site golfing, a playground for kids, and free WiFi throughout.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$1,029
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

About the area

Located in Palestine, this lodge is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Kathleen C Fitzgerald Museum and Palestine Community Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Texas State Railroad: Palestine Depot and Maydelle Country Wines. Travelling with kids? Consider River Run Park and Texas State Railroad Rusk Depot. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Palestine travel guide
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Neches, TX

What's nearby

  • green river running through the forest
    River Run Park
    17 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Julington Creek, Jacksonville, Florida
    Lake Jacksonville
    26 min drive - 23.9 km
  • Texas State Railroad Station - Depot - Palestine Station.
    Texas State Railroad: Palestine Depot
    34 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Davey Dogwood Park
    28 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Redlands Hotel
    29 min drive - 31.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Pizza Place
    17 min drive
  • Front Street Coffee
    15 min drive

About this property

COZY RETREAT! FISHING, WATERFRONT,3 BEDROOMS, QUIET, ISOLATED RURAL AREA

Family-friendly lodge by the lake
Take advantage of golfing on-site, a firepit and a garden at COZY RETREAT! FISHING, WATERFRONT,3 BEDROOMS, QUIET, ISOLATED RURAL AREA. Active travellers can enjoy boating, cycling and kayaking at this lodge. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and an arcade/games room.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A bike on-site, games and barbecues
  • Golf privileges (optional), ping pong and books
  • A video library, smoke-free property and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guest rooms at COZY RETREAT! FISHING, WATERFRONT,3 BEDROOMS, QUIET, ISOLATED RURAL AREA offer perks, such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware and children's books
  • 3 bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and separate dining areas

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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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

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
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • 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 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please put all the trash in the bags( not loose) and put into the container located by the gate
Turn off all air conditioners and lights
Clean the grill
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Additional fees apply for events

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is COZY RETREAT! FISHING, WATERFRONT,3 BEDROOMS, QUIET, ISOLATED RURAL AREA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at COZY RETREAT! FISHING, WATERFRONT,3 BEDROOMS, QUIET, ISOLATED RURAL AREA?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at COZY RETREAT! FISHING, WATERFRONT,3 BEDROOMS, QUIET, ISOLATED RURAL AREA on 10 Mar 2026 start from AU$1,029, 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.

How much is parking at COZY RETREAT! FISHING, WATERFRONT,3 BEDROOMS, QUIET, ISOLATED RURAL AREA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at COZY RETREAT! FISHING, WATERFRONT,3 BEDROOMS, QUIET, ISOLATED RURAL AREA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at COZY RETREAT! FISHING, WATERFRONT,3 BEDROOMS, QUIET, ISOLATED RURAL AREA?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is COZY RETREAT! FISHING, WATERFRONT,3 BEDROOMS, QUIET, ISOLATED RURAL AREA located?

This family-friendly Palestine lodge is located on the waterfront, 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from River Run Park, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Kathleen C Fitzgerald Museum and Frankston Depot Library. Davey Dogwood Park and Lake Palestine are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Reviews

COZY RETREAT! FISHING, WATERFRONT,3 BEDROOMS, QUIET, ISOLATED RURAL AREA Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 114 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was Amazing! Very sweet and attentive. House was beautiful and super clean. Property was very peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

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

Michael P.

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

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

Shannon M.

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

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

Christopher M.

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

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

Christopher M.

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

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

Kelly L.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

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

6/10 Okay

Catherine J.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

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

8/10 Good

Vicki T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen could have been better stocked with cooking utensils. Wrong filters for coffee maker. Not enough paper towels. Upstairs could have been cleaner. Spider webs near beds. My brother-in-law killed a brown recluse spider downstairs. Just a suggestion; each bathroom should be stocked with soap and shampoo. Only one stand up shower. Drawers broken in kitchen and by coffee maker.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Great place!

The property was great and Nataliya was super supportive!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William T.

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

Property was as advertised

Our family enjoys the peace, quiet, and beauty that comes with country living. Cozy Retreat provided all of that and more. The grandkids enjoyed fishing in the pond and our grandson caught his first bass! Natalia, the host, checked in advance to make sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Kudos to Cozy Retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

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

Peaceful confort

This property is off the beaten path but not too far. Lovely and spacious! The owner was just as awesome. We will be making this a regular stop.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

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

Great birthday weekend!

Had a great time, once again! Everything was even better with the new upgrades that Nataliya had added. I Always look forward to coming back to spend a few days. Thanks again, for everything Nataliya!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Jeri S.

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

Quiet and Relaxing

Very Nice would rent again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Marilyn G.

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

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

8/10 Good

Christopher M.

The cabin was really nice and well decorated

My family and friends had a great time there, Nataliya was so nice and accomidating. It was very peaceful and loved the fishing...I would've given it 5 stars, but the only negative things were the lack of wifi and a good phone signal...other than that it was great...looking forward to going back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Awesome vacation and get away !!

Came with a group of 8 and it was a very awesome time we had . The fish were biting well, plenty of room to rest and lots of land to explore and have fun!! Super clean place !! A must see .. I would recommend people of all ages to take the chance to visit and vacation here !

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

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

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

Rafael V.

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

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

Wendy R. Y.

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

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

Janio L.

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

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

2/10 Terrible

Karen K.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Misleading Listing and Unsettling Experience

My family and I stayed here for a getaway, and unfortunately, it was by far the worst vacation rental experience we’ve had. The host called at 8 PM asking if we had arrived. When we got there, a car was parked in the bushes, which made us feel uneasy. Within 10 minutes of entering the home, we heard arguing outside. Then, after 10 PM, the host knocked on the door unannounced, requesting we sign a paper waiver, list all family members, and review house rules. She also began questioning our intentions, including whether we planned to have a fire. It felt invasive and entirely unnecessary at that hour.The back door didn’t properly lock—it only had a chain at the top, which still allowed it to open a visible gap. The home had visible dust, spider webs, heavy mold in the coffee pot, and stained blankets. The upstairs AC panel was locked at 73, which was not disclosed. There was also an outside security camera that was not disclosed as well.The listing claimed 4 bedrooms, but there were only 3 true bedrooms—two connected—and the extra space was not private. The “many acres” were completely overgrown and unusable. Furniture was outdated, and gave the home a neglected, tired feel.Other guests have raised many of these same concerns, which unfortunately we overlooked and the host’s responses were combative, snarky and unprofessional. We came for a peaceful and private stay, but instead experienced late-night confrontation, privacy violations & safety concerns. Do NOT recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025