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The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake

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A wooden building labeled 'The Gator Den' with a covered outdoor seating area and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
A living room with a sofa, chairs, a dining table, a TV, and artwork on the walls.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, and a coffee station.
A bedroom with a bed, a mounted TV, wooden paneling, a painting, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Caddo Lake
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Karnack, TX
  • Place, Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Caddo Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Caddo Lake State Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shreveport, LA (SHV-Shreveport Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area

About this property

The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space at Caddo Lake / Big Lake in Karnack, Tx. Right across the road from Tuckers boat ramp for launching. Covered boat parking and charging at on site carport.Also, daily or overnight in water boat parking available for $3 day.Enjoy year-round fun boating, duck hunting, fishing, and frogging on Caddo Lake. Hunting is also available at the Caddo Lake national wildlife refuge located behind the property. 4 Bedrooms (all queens) 2 Baths (1 shower only, 1 shower/tub combo) Large kitchen Open floor plan Laundry room Private hot tub on front porchOutdoor firepit & seating Kayaks availf9r giest use. Entire house. Located in a rural areaGeneral need items:Zapps convenient store (bait, snacks, drinks, NO GAS): 5 miles / 6 minsFamily Dollar: 8.5 miles / 14 minsRestaurants: Zapps BBQ: 5 miles / 6 minsBig Pines: 10.5 miles / 18 mins (also available by boat)Shady Glade Café: 13.5 miles / 22 mins (also available by boat)Lighthouse Bar & Grill: 14 miles / 22 minsGrocery Store / Gas: Spring Market: 16 miles / 18 minsThings to do: Caddo Lake State Park: 9 miles / 17 minsCaddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge: 4.5 miles / 12 minsGator & Friends: 16.5 miles / 19 minsSplash Kingdom (seasonal): 24.5 miles / 29 mins
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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: dogs and cats less than 99 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3490099vb
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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

About the area

Karnack

Located in Karnack, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Caddo-Pine Island Oil Historical Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Caddo Lake State Park and Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Karnack, TX

What's nearby

  • Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Caddo Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Caddo Lake State Park - 20 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Bally's Shreveport Casino & Hotel - 44 min drive - 56.1 km
  • Margaritaville Resort Casino - 48 min drive - 57.6 km

Getting around

  • Marshall Depot - 36 min drive
  • Shreveport, LA (SHV-Shreveport Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Pines Lodge - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Bar & Grill - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Shady Glade Cafe - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Pizza Pad - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Dallas Caddo Club - ‬29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 99 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Caddo Lake and Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge. Caddo Lake State Park and Wildlife Management Area is 10 mi (16.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lot of fun there, very clean and quite. Will stay there next time. Thanks Lonnir
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

Great Stay!

My crew and I enjoyed the stay very much. All 4 of us were comfortable the entire week. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Great getaway

Beautiful property and friendly owners. Highly recommend booking the gators den
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

Great short trip

This was perfect for a girls weekend away. We were safe and very secluded. I wish we could have seen the water, but the boat tour was close and great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

HomerDebra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spent 1 night at the Gator Den. Nicely decorated, spacious and enough beds for all 5 of us. Our kids enjoyed having access to kayaks and I loved the screened in front porch. Beautiful area, peaceful and quiet. Very relaxing. Being city folk, there were a few too many bugs indoors for our liking, but totally understandable. We'd love to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Loretta R.

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

Sisters weekend

Very relaxing. Furniture comfy with lots of space
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Roy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
House is clean, sleeps good. Needs some repair
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alabama H.

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

The spot you want

The owner was a pleasure to work with. She made our trip a breeze to stay with and help set up our trip for success. The house was very nice and clean. The proximity to the boat ramp made getting on and off the water in a snap. If you like to fish this is the place to stay. Our group had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trinity R.

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

So much FUN

The Gator Den was such a blast! Absolutely a beautiful property, so many perks and amenities. Easy to park, walking distance to Tuckers boat launch, and the owners are incredibly helpful. 5 21 year old women were able to have fun comfortably and celebrate our friend getting married. The only suggestion I could even add is a curtain to cover the sliding glass door bc it is very easy to see in at night. Other than that, it’s a perfect place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan V.

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

Perfect option

Needed a base camp for 24 hrs while on the lake for a photo shoot. Gator Den was perfect for our needs! The host allowed us to drop our bags a bit early and plug in a crock pot to get dinner rolling. The property was tiddy inside and out. Newer clean appliances and comfortable beds and couches. Showers hot and good pressure. It is within walking distance of the lake and had ample space to bark a boat or two overnight. Thank you April!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Great cabin on Caddo Lake

The cabin is as advertised. It was very clean. Had plenty of room for everyone. The front screened in porch is a great for relaxing and enjoying the hot tub. You can see the lake from the front porch. The mattresses are new. They are a little too firm for my preferences, but that’s a personal preference and nothing against the host or house. WiFi and data aren’t great, but then why do you need internet when you’re at the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lois M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice owner

it wasn’t exactly what we were expecting. We did have roaches and ants. The landlord dropped off some bait but it didn’t really change anything. The sofa quit working we tried everything and couldn’t get it to work but in messing with it there was cereal and something spilled under the couch. Cereal in the couch. There was a poor dog that was hungry and hung out we finally fed her she was starving we couldn’t get anyone to come get her.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Gator Den

We saw mouse droppings in the cabinet above the stove. Every dish we tried to use was dirty, had to be washed to use. Bugs were in the kids beds. They had to sleep on the couch. And they said they colud hear mice, making noises. They guy that runs the boat ramp was very nosey. Demanding we pay 3 dollars to fish. We didnt see anywhere it said we needed to pay. No big deal. Other than that, the stay was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
I want to start by saying this review has me really bothered. We have been on another booking platform for 4 years where we are superhosts and this cabin has all 5 star reviews. We just added our cabins to this platform and this is our 1st guest via VRBO. Michael and his family stayed at our cabin Mon-Thur. Not one time did he communicate ANY issue. Never even a return message when I messaged him. We had guests check out the same day he checked in they left 5 stars a great review, we had guests arrive the day he checked out, they also left a 5 star and great reviews. This review is not accurate! Why would you not let the host know there was an issue??? We have no mice.....have never had an issue with our kitchen cleanliness, as far as "bugs" come to find out it was ants or spiders or something to that nature mind you our cabin is by a lake, a swampy lake.....in a rural area. We spray the yard weekly to try and minimize the insects aka bugs and I was there and cleaned personally both the day of checkin and checkout and there was nothing in the beds (he did not strip the beds at checkout). As far as Tuckers fish camp across the road. They have a boat launch, fishing and boat parking. They also have a sign AND a drop box for the $3 they had to walk past to get to the water which information is also in our guest book on a flyer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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