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~Blue Moon Bungalow~

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Private kitchen
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4549.0 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common spaces

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

~Blue Moon Bungalow~

~~~SHORT WALK TO LAKE ATHENS~~~
Welcome to Blue Moon Bungalow--a one bedroom plus loft--done in a modern farmhouse aesthetic, located within a short walking distance from Lake Athens

Our Blue Moon Bungalow features an open floor plan with high ceilings and lots of windows. All rooms -except the loft- are located on the first floor. You'll find the kitchen fully equipped with a fridge, oversized sink, and a 4 burner stove/oven combo unit, as well as a family friendly eat-in bar which opens up to the living room. We provide dishes, silverware, cooking utensils, pots, pans, and outdoor grill. Lots of counter space and serving space. Living area features a comfy sofa and 55in television. The main bedroom features a queen sized bed, closet, and built-in desk for office use. Upstairs loft area has a double bed with plenty of extra room to use a blow up mattress for added guests-we do charge $15 per night per additional guest beyond 4-.
Spacious bathroom with walk-in shower, sink, and toilet.
Blue Moon Bungalow has a private attached deck and provided outdoor grill and seating.
Our property is a private 15 acres of forest located directly across the street from Lake Athens. We are home to much wildlife, including several heard of deer. Property also features a seasonal stream and approximately 1 mile of trails for exploring the woods and observing the wildlife.
On our property we host 4 short term rental facilities. Each of our stays have their own private yard spaces for our guests to enjoy.

When arriving at Southern Stays, you'll enter the property via our front gate which is clearly marked with our address. You'll follow the driveway into the property, where you'll find clearly marked signs that will point you in the direction of your rental. We provide parking space right up to each of our stays.

The host is available my messaging in person or by phone, but intends to let you have your space to yourselves.  The interaction level is up to you.

We are located off of a residential neighborhood which is home to lake houses and mainly weekenders. The neighborhood homes are either lake houses on the lake or near the lake.
We are directly behind the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center, which can be visited for learning experiences, fishing in their private pond, and other local events.
In our same neighborhood is also the Lake Athens Marina, where you can launch your boat, kayak, canoe, or paddle board.
The Boathouse is located at the Marina and is an excellent place to eat or grab a drink. Tell Fran we said "hi" while you're there!
Our neighborhood is known in the area for it's wildlife, wild flowers, streams and coves.

There is a map picture of the property where you can explore the trails.
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 to start cleaning no later than 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 or shooting weapons.

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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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Athens

Athens is home to this vacation home. Cinemark Athens Cinema 4 and Athens Scuba Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Athens and Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center. Athens Praise & Worship Center and Henderson County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting.
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Athens, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Athens - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Cedar Creek Reservoir - 25 min drive - 35.3 km
  • First Monday Trade Days - 49 min drive - 62.3 km
  • Waterpark at the Villages - 52 min drive - 70.0 km

Getting around

  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fishcamp - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ~Blue Moon Bungalow~ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at ~Blue Moon Bungalow~?

As of Mar 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ~Blue Moon Bungalow~ on Jun 14, 2026 start from $99, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ~Blue Moon Bungalow~?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ~Blue Moon Bungalow~?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ~Blue Moon Bungalow~ located?

Situated in Athens, this vacation home is steps from Lake Athens and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center. Athens Fish and Game Club Lake and Jones Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mostly clean house & pet friendly. Owners communication was great during my stay. Would stay again. Would recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, peaceful, and relaxing. We had a great time going for walks, seeing all of the deer, and relaxing on the front porch. The location was so convenient to everything as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Blue Moon Bungalow was in a quiet wooded area. Very clean and stocked well. Lots of deer in the area. Close to the lake. Host was very responsive for any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a wonderful little oasis! So cozy and nice. Scott was incredibly responsive and helpful. My daughter and I enjoyed relaxing on the deck, walking around beautiful area and feeling like we were away from it all even though only 15 minutes from everything we needed in Athens. Will definitely return. Appreciated Scott allowed a later check out to accommodate a meeting I had as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIll-Ana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Neat! Modern and comfortable. Love the deer!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianna A.

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

Serenity

Lovely spot, quiet, and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mary B.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blue Moon Bungalow was filthy. Our first impression was the filthy sliding glass doors. As we walked into the living room, we immediately noticed the caked-on filth on the ceiling fan in the living area. The stinky smell was so bad (smell like dog), we had to open a window and leave the sliding glass doors open for a while to air it out. If the property had been cleaned property, it would have smelled like cleaning products, not stink like a dog. As I looked down, I noticed the filthy floors that had clearly not been vacuumed in a while, much less cleaned. The shower door appeared to have not even been wiped down since the last use. There was black mold on the concrete grout plus soap and mold buildup in the shower. Even a simple cleaning of the shower would have reduced and/or prevented this. The vacuum cleaners next to the washer and dryer in the bathroom were filthy covered in dirt and dust. This place was nasty. We left the next day and did not complete our stay. I have plenty of pictures to share wherever and with whomever I can.
filthy sliding glass doors
filthy cake-on dirt on the ceiling fan in the living area
filthy floors that had not been vacuumed in a while in the living area at the base of the couch
filthy shower door that had not been cleaned prior to our arrival
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

As expected. Perfect for our needs

Me and two other buddies were needing a place to stay while fishing at Athens Lake. This was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

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

Perfect Weekend Stay

The cabin was exactly as pictured and great for our weekend stay in Athens. We will absolutely stay here again if in the area. The cabin was clean, well furnished, has a comfortable bed, and in a good location. The owner communicated quickly, and check in/out were seamless. We were very pleased with this rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

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

Beautiful Blue Moon

We really enjoyed this stay. The cabin was clean and neat. Our teen enjoyed the loft. The most amazing part was seeing the deer every morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne B.

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

Great little unit

I say little but it was a perfect size for my husband and I as we visited the area for a wedding. Centrally located to all our wedding activities and a picturesque private area. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tommy M.

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

10/10

Was perfect location 3 minute drive from the event I was attending was very clean and the view was amazing my wife enjoyed watching the deer every morning will be definitely booking next time I’m in the area for sure thx
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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Hosted by Scott Smith

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