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Rustic ranch retreat with private saltwater pool! Pool closed Nov1-March 30

Cabin in Rusk with private pool and kitchen

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Front porch of bunkhouse!
Pool area.
Outdoor cooking area overlooks the pool.
seating area in the cookhouse.
Full kitchen with gas range.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Rusk State Hospital
  • Place, Jim Hogg Park
  • Place, Texas State Railroad Rusk Depot
  • Airport, Nacogdoches, TX (OCH-A L Mangham Jr. Regional)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rustic ranch retreat with private saltwater pool! Pool closed Nov1-March 30

Enjoy a stay in the gorgeous piney woods of East Texas! Watch the kids play in the pool as you grill at the cook house. Use the metal detector to find artifacts on the grounds of the 150 year old Dog-trot styled Ante-Bellum main house. Visit the nearby Cherokee trace drive thru Safari park, Mission Tejas, Caddo Mounds, I.D Fairchild state forest,and Texas State railroad. Enjoy spring Wild flowers , birding, or experience a brilliant night sky unobstructed by city lights. Enjoy pastoral views of grazing livestock. Collect fresh eggs and feed the resident pot bellied pigs. In the fall you can pick Pecans and experience the Texas fall colors. Polar express is booking right now. We have Horse accomodations available for trail riders and plentiful parking for boat haulers. Proximity to Davy Crockett National forest, Historic Nacogdoches, Canton trade days and Tyler Rose park. Bunkhouse sleeps 4, with additional sleeping area on the pull out sofa bed. Bunkhouse also has refrigerator, coffee maker and toaster oven. Full kitchen is located in the Cook house. Guests have access to Bunkhouse, pool house and swimming pool.(No lifeguard on Duty, Guests swim at their own risk.) If you can't cut the cord at work, we have fast wi-fi . This is a working ranch with livestock. Pool is not heated and may be too cold for bookings after September. Extra fee for horses. Horses must have current coggins ,signed waiver and owner must provide their own feed
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Minors must be accompanied by Parent in pool area
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Events

No events allowed
Events must be approved in advance via email.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Unagressive. please leash outdoors crate indoors.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please smoke or vape outdoors.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Leave houses unlocked
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please discuss family events, or other visitors in advance with host.
Electric fence is in use. Please stay out of livestock enclosures. Livestock may be dangerous.
Disabled guests/small children must wear flotation at all times in pool area and must be supervised by legal guardian. No exceptions.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: events must be approved in advance via email.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Rusk

Rusk is home to this cabin. Rusk Footbridge and Texas State Railroad Rusk Depot are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Adreneline Rush Zip Line and The Texas Basket Company.
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Rusk, TX

What's nearby

  • Rusk Footbridge - 13 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Rusk State Hospital - 16 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Jim Hogg Park - 16 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Texas State Railroad Rusk Depot - 19 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Mission Tejas State Park - 47 min drive - 43.9 km

Getting around

  • Nacogdoches, TX (OCH-A L Mangham Jr. Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sonic - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Rustic ranch retreat with private saltwater pool! Pool closed Nov1-March 30 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Rustic ranch retreat with private saltwater pool! Pool closed Nov1-March 30 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Rustic ranch retreat with private saltwater pool! Pool closed Nov1-March 30?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic ranch retreat with private saltwater pool! Pool closed Nov1-March 30?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Rustic ranch retreat with private saltwater pool! Pool closed Nov1-March 30 located?

Situated in Rusk, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Rusk Footbridge, Rusk State Hospital and Jim Hogg Park. Texas State Railroad Rusk Depot and Maydelle Country Wines are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hannah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rose is a wonderful host, the property was beautiful and we had everything we could possibly need. We worked remotely during our stay and it worked really well. They have a lovely pool, fabulously stocked cookhouse, and are pet friendly. Very happy we could stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyson H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The whole place overall was extremely welcoming, cozy and felt like home. The hosts whent above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and made sure we had everything we needed. Even offered us to tag along while feeding the horses.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My soul is refreshed by my stay at this beautiful, peaceful place! Perfect hosts and perfect accommodations. I can’t recommend this enough. Rose and Jack are excellent hosts. All the animals welcomed us as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jack and Rose are fantastic hosts. I mentioned that we were there to celebrate my husband’s birthday and Rose brought us a giant slice of a delicious cake to celebrate. The animals are beautiful and my son loved playing with the dogs and cat as well as chasing the chickens. This place is a little slice of heaven away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

P G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great relaxing time. Hosts were wonderful and very kind. Animals and property are fantastic. Pool was perfect!! Best and most relaxing vacation i ever had.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deedee O.

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

Cabin stay

Stay was excellent! Very relaxing and comfortable. Host very nice. Great place to get away to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing. Just what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We definitely will be back again! Such friendly hosts and was so prompt in responding back to us when we had questions. They did a great job of making sure everything was stocked for us and cleaned. Thank you so much Rose!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eleana E.

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

Meeting grand babies

The house is adorable. Lovely property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley A.

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

Relaxing reading bookcation

We enjoyed sitting on the porch, under the shade at the pool and relaxing all while reading our books. The property is quiet and very pretty. I will definitely plan to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway for City Slickers like us. Communication texts made check in simple and the cabin was perfect for our needs, with the pool being an added bonus. All of the animals, the sounds and smells of the farm took our minds far from the concrete jungle of Houston. Thank you Jack n Rose for sharing your piece of tranquility with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla B.

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

Quiet and comfortable!

We enjoyed our stay! It was clean, quiet and comfortable with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Wonderful!

Property was secluded and private. Tons of supplies and amenities provided by the Hosts! Fun to watch the horses play, the friendliest dogs, and a great pool! Hosts were responsive and very accommodating. Would HIGHLY recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

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

Perfect Stay

I can’t brave enough about this property and its owners, Rose and Jack. The property is rustic yet clean at the same time. We enjoyed spending time with the animals and interacting with Rose and Jack as well. They respected our privacy and were very helpful when needed. We enjoyed the pool, the bunkhouse, the cookhouse, and the serenity of peace. We will absolutely be booking this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Rustic Ranch retreat is an awesome place! Rose and Jack are extremely welcoming and they made sure all our wants and needs were met. Outstanding communication. All the animals were a joy to have around. This is a wonderful place to enjoy peace and the cabin i very cozy with everything you could ask for! We will be back to stay in the future! Thank you Rose and Jack!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephany N.

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

Perfect Stay!

We came into town for an event in Palestine and had a fantastic stay! The home was exceptionally well equipped, the beds were incredibly comfortable, and we loved all the new friends we made throughout the farm. The property is stunning and thoughtfully designed.The pool was wonderful and watching the baby foal play was so much fun.Rose is a gracious host, and we’re already looking forward to returning next year!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Another great stsy at the rustic ranch

This was our secomd visit to the rustic ranch. Everything was fantastic. Rose and Jack are great hosts and do a fantastic job providing the little things that help make our stay very relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Private And peaceful

We really enjoyed our stay. The space was nice. The kids liked the animals. It was very cold so we didnt use the pool but im sure we will stay here again when its warmer. The hosts were very responsive and friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very quiet atmosphere. Hosts were friendly and helpful. I plan on staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Penny B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eclectic stay

Truly a bunkhouse experience. Beautiful area. Hosts were very nice. Had everything well stocked. Had very pleasant stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M K.

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

Loved our Stay

Our stay was enjoyable. Rose and Jack were wonderful hosts. They had everything we needed. I loved the tour of their home and to learn the history. My grandkids loved coming to swim in the pool. I would definitely recommend staying at the ranch.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey L.

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

Who knew such a gem of a place could be tucked away in Rusk ,TX ?!

This place is simply amazing, I wouldnt change one thing about this little slice of heaven! It has everything you need from the bunkhouse, the cook house, to the pool! The peaceful solitude of this place is so worth it! Rose & Jack are awesome, kind host ! I definitely will be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

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

Perfect retreat

Jack and Rose were amazing hosts. The property was just as described and our girls loved seeing the pigs, horses, cows, and chickens. Overall, it was a great way to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a nice quiet weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

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

Fun girls weekend!

Jack and Rose were the sweetest hosts! The bunk house was perfect for 3 adults and 2 infants. We had everything we needed for our stay plus more than we could have asked for. The pool was a nice place to hang out during the day and the porches that overlook the farm animals were awesome! We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven R.

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

Country Get-Away

If you are looking for a true country get-away...this place can not be beat. Rose the hostess makes sure you have everything available you could think of while the accommodations themselves give you a true ranch style feel. With a huge pool to float around and relax in this is a great place to just unplug, get away, and relax. Rose even made sure we had fresh eggs available which made for a great breakfast to start each day. Rose goes out of her way to make everyone feels at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Rose

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We love meeting people and sharing our unique piece of Texas History!

Why they chose this property

The Bunk House sits on the grounds of an 1855 farm house, it is Near the site of a confederate Civil war camp. The main house features distinctive “Dog~trot”architecture and still retains many period features.

What makes this property unique

The bunk house is the perfect get away to enjoy family time or peace and quiet. The setting is pastoral yet close to many attractions.

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