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9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedroomsSleeps 6
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Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Green Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
Red Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Bath 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Lakehouse, Sleeps 6, Private Dock, Infinity Beach Pit, 2 Kayaks!
Waterfront property includes use of private dock, infinity beach pit and 2 kayaks. GRIF's GETAWAY is a cozy, fully furnished, vintage inspired cottage that has been recently renovated, with 2 bedrooms and 1 large 4 pc bath that includes everything you will need to get away for a weekend or longer to re-energize yourself! Two bedrooms include antique queen beds with foam toppers and vintage linens (you won't want to get out of bed!), closet space with shelves to hold your suitcases/belongings with an additional queen sofa sleeper in the living room. Foam topper, linens and blankets also included for the sleeper sofa. Total sleeping to accommodate 6 comfortably. Surrounded by trees, the calmness of the outdoors and tranquility overlooking beautiful Lake Hawkins is unmatched! Watch the sun rise over the lake with your morning coffee, then wind down in the evening having s'mores at the firepit as the sun sets. Enjoy the private boat dock for securing a boat, or to fish, swim, kayak or just chill overlooking the lake. Outdoor furniture (table and chairs) on the house deck and on the dock provided. Includes a Gas Grill and a Weber Charcoal grill on the deck if you choose to cook or enjoy the fully stocked kitchen inside. Taking a walk each morning is a treat! Everyone on the lake is so friendly and looking out for each other. Vintage charm is everywhere in the cottage from the painted wood floor living room with fireplace, beadboard walls/ceiling, multiple quilts throughout, bathroom sink vanity and other decor. Eat in kitchen for 2 or dining table for 6 available. A well-behaved pet is welcome with a NR $50 fee. You'll want "our place" to be "your place" for your next getaway!
Lake Hawkins is a very clear, spring-fed lake with beautiful winding roads and hills - perfect for walking, bicycling or motorcycling. Great nature-watching, including hawks, bald eagles, ducks, grey herons - all kind of wild birds, deer, foxes, squirrels and rabbits. Good bass, crappie, and bream fishing! A public beach at Lake Hawkins County Park is down the road, just a few minutes away.
GRIF's GETAWAY at Lake Hawkins is 15 miles from Mineola, TX on Highway 80 West, which has unique shops and great places to eat. The Mineola Nature Preserve is over 2900 acres of pristine nature! If you head down Highway 80 East, you will arrive at Gladewater, known as the Antique Capital of East Texas (one of our favorite places to spend the day shopping and eating). A fabulous Italian restaurant, Rima's Taste of Italy, is within walking distance of the cottage, on the lake and is absolutely a must! Additional information regarding things to do, places to visit and eat is supplied in the Welcome book.
Enjoy your stay at GRIF's GETAWAY to relax, restore, and renew! Memories to be made and the sunset over the lake are priceless!
Lake Hawkins is a very clear, spring-fed lake with beautiful winding roads and hills - perfect for walking, bicycling or motorcycling. Great nature-watching, including hawks, bald eagles, ducks, grey herons - all kind of wild birds, deer, foxes, squirrels and rabbits. Good bass, crappie, and bream fishing! A public beach at Lake Hawkins County Park is down the road, just a few minutes away.
GRIF's GETAWAY at Lake Hawkins is 15 miles from Mineola, TX on Highway 80 West, which has unique shops and great places to eat. The Mineola Nature Preserve is over 2900 acres of pristine nature! If you head down Highway 80 East, you will arrive at Gladewater, known as the Antique Capital of East Texas (one of our favorite places to spend the day shopping and eating). A fabulous Italian restaurant, Rima's Taste of Italy, is within walking distance of the cottage, on the lake and is absolutely a must! Additional information regarding things to do, places to visit and eat is supplied in the Welcome book.
Enjoy your stay at GRIF's GETAWAY to relax, restore, and renew! Memories to be made and the sunset over the lake are priceless!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Must watch children near the water.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
1 pet $50 fee. Bring dog towels and carrier.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted outside only
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Hawkins
Located in Hawkins, this cottage is on the waterfront. Holly Lake Ranch Golf Club and Grand Oaks Vineyard & Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Wood Land Village and Pickers Pavilion. Hawkins City Park And Pavilion and Santa Land are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Hawkins, TX
What's nearby
- Page Park - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
- Tyler State Park - 23 min drive - 34.5 km
- Lake Fork - 38 min drive - 47.1 km
- University of Texas at Tyler - 39 min drive - 58.4 km
- Waterpark at the Villages - 52 min drive - 91.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Coffee Rig - 10 min drive
- Italy On The Lake - 10 min walk
- Red Rooster IceHouse - 11 min drive
- MUD HEN? Coffe Shop - 11 min drive
- SONIC Drive In - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Jan 21, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth M.
Nov 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kenneth M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
tracie v.
Nov 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

tracie v.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melissa S.
Oct 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melissa S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ana H.
Aug 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ana H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
pam k.
Sep 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

pam k.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Katie H.
Aug 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for family
Katie H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susie B.
Sep 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bill M.
Aug 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bill M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Danna V.
Nov 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Danna V.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bev R.
Apr 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Bev R.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bev R.
Mar 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved lake Hawkins the Grifs hideout
Bev R.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Adrianne J.
Aug 17, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Get Away
Adrianne J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Charles E.
Aug 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time.
Charles E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Norm D.
Jul 31, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay as we expected. Owner is great.
Norm D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
6/10 Okay
YihShyue L.
May 20, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Getaway
YihShyue L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Colin H.
Oct 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet retreat
Colin H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Barbara B., San antonio
Aug 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was perfect.
Barbara B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
Ken L.
Aug 7, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Week at the lake
Ken L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Ian L.
Jun 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice time at the lake
Ian L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Caryn D.
Jan 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Getaway
Caryn D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Marissa G.
Aug 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun week at the lake
Marissa G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris b.
Aug 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer fun
Chris b.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lat L.
Oct 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little getaway
Lat L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Debbie M.
Jun 28, 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanks
Debbie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
About the host
Hosted by Phil and Toni Griffin
We are new owners of this darling cottage (April, 2019) on Lake Hawkins. We visit the area often and have stayed in a couple of the cottages on the lake. When this one became available to purchase, we decided to take the plunge! We are both retired and enjoying life to its fullest. We have three grown children and 2 sweet granddaughters!
Why they chose this property
Texas. Lake Hawkins. The lake, neighbors and East Texas. We love it all.
What makes this property unique
We love the coziness of this cottage and surrounding area! Phil says he gets the best sleep when we visit!
Languages:
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