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~The Meadow~ Tiny house short walk to Lake Athens
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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4452.1 sq ft
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Explore the area

Athens, TX
- Place, Trinity Valley Community College15 min walk
- Place, Athens City Park18 min walk
- Place, Athens Scuba Park2 min drive
- Airport, Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional)44 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
~The Meadow~ Tiny house short walk to Lake Athens
This cabin is a tiny house that sits 100+ ft. away from the main house with a privacy fence and oak trees in between. We call it the Meadow House. This stay features a very cozy private yard space with a fire pit, outdoor grill, and patio area. Inside you'll find a cabin atmosphere with exposed wood and modern amenities. There are 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom, living room, and kitchen.
The Meadow house is our rustic charm cabin. Guests love the exposed wood and true cabin experience The Meadow provides. It's a lovingly maintained tiny house with a full 2 bedrooms and one full bath, living room and kitchen. The front outdoor deck looks out underneath the trees. This stay also boasts a private back yard area with a grill, fire pit, and seating.
This cabin is located on our 15 acres of wooded property with approx. 1 mile in walking trails in the woods on the property for exploring and observing wildlife. Our guests frequently notice our deer and other woodland creatures who share this space with us.
The tiny house is down the road from the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center and Lake Athens marina and The Boathouse Restaurant. Lake Athens Marina Boat ramp is just a mile down the road.
Guests are free to roam the property and trails and access all common areas. Be respectful of other guests quarters and private property.
Close to Canton, TX for First Monday Trade Days (20 miles). Tyler, TX is 40 minutes east. East Texas Arboretum is located in Athens, Athens Scuba Park that offers scuba-diving activities and classes.
Parking space is provided right up to the cabin. There is a map picture of the property where you can explore the trails.
The host is available in person or by phone, but intends to let you have your space to yourselves. Interaction level is up to you. Access is by a self check-in door code that unlocks the door.
The neighborhood homes are either lake houses on the lake or near the lake. Everyday you can see the deer that roam the neighborhood and in the woods.
For checkout guests need to clean all dishes before leaving. There will be an additional fees if the property is left excessively dirty, damaged or if there are missing items from the property. Dog fees are an additional flat fee of $40. Up to 2 dogs under 35lbs. are accepted. Larger dogs may be accepted too but please message me first. All dogs must be house trained. Absolutely no cats allowed. Check out is at 11am and typically the cleaners will be there at 11am. Checking out anytime after 11:30 there will be a $50 fee. Check out after 12:00 there will be a $100 fee.
No Hunting.
This home is on a septic system, please don’t flush anything but toilet paper.
There are 2 blue trash cans near the road or front gate for your garbage.
There are additional fees after 4 people that stay in the property.
Please watch your step. You are in the woods and you could possibly run across a snake.
The Meadow house is our rustic charm cabin. Guests love the exposed wood and true cabin experience The Meadow provides. It's a lovingly maintained tiny house with a full 2 bedrooms and one full bath, living room and kitchen. The front outdoor deck looks out underneath the trees. This stay also boasts a private back yard area with a grill, fire pit, and seating.
This cabin is located on our 15 acres of wooded property with approx. 1 mile in walking trails in the woods on the property for exploring and observing wildlife. Our guests frequently notice our deer and other woodland creatures who share this space with us.
The tiny house is down the road from the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center and Lake Athens marina and The Boathouse Restaurant. Lake Athens Marina Boat ramp is just a mile down the road.
Guests are free to roam the property and trails and access all common areas. Be respectful of other guests quarters and private property.
Close to Canton, TX for First Monday Trade Days (20 miles). Tyler, TX is 40 minutes east. East Texas Arboretum is located in Athens, Athens Scuba Park that offers scuba-diving activities and classes.
Parking space is provided right up to the cabin. There is a map picture of the property where you can explore the trails.
The host is available in person or by phone, but intends to let you have your space to yourselves. Interaction level is up to you. Access is by a self check-in door code that unlocks the door.
The neighborhood homes are either lake houses on the lake or near the lake. Everyday you can see the deer that roam the neighborhood and in the woods.
For checkout guests need to clean all dishes before leaving. There will be an additional fees if the property is left excessively dirty, damaged or if there are missing items from the property. Dog fees are an additional flat fee of $40. Up to 2 dogs under 35lbs. are accepted. Larger dogs may be accepted too but please message me first. All dogs must be house trained. Absolutely no cats allowed. Check out is at 11am and typically the cleaners will be there at 11am. Checking out anytime after 11:30 there will be a $50 fee. Check out after 12:00 there will be a $100 fee.
No Hunting.
This home is on a septic system, please don’t flush anything but toilet paper.
There are 2 blue trash cans near the road or front gate for your garbage.
There are additional fees after 4 people that stay in the property.
Please watch your step. You are in the woods and you could possibly run across a snake.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Important information
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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
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Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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About the neighborhood
Athens
Athens is home to this cabin. Athens Scuba Park and Cinemark Athens Cinema 4 are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cain Park II and Athens City Park. Henderson County Performing Arts Center and Athens Bowling Center are also worth visiting.

Athens, TX
What's nearby
- Cain Park II - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Trinity Valley Community College - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Central Park - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
- Athens City Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Athens Scuba Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
- Chili's Grill & Bar - 2 min drive
- Taco Bell - 2 min drive
- Burger King - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
9.4/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Oct 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jacek K.
Aug 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jacek K.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Kris W.
Jun 22, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cozy cabin, great property
Kris W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paula C.
Sep 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Paula C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
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Dec 12, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
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May 15, 2025
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Beverley B.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
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Sep 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little place
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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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Alyssa
Nov 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Alyssa
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
4/10 Poor
Ellie L.
Nov 15, 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Ellie L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
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Jan 20, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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