Nestled in the scenic Angelina Forest this home is the perfect retreat for nature lovers and outdoors men and women. You will enjoy relaxing afternoons on the oversized deck as well as walking, boating, & fishing. Plenty of room for your group with 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, generous kitchen open to the large living room, dining room and generous outdoor grilling area. You will appreciate the Free parking for up to 3 vehicles 2 boats. Peekaboo view of the magnificent Lake Sam Rayburn. Only a 2 min walk to the lake -no vehicles, 3 minutes to the popular Cassels-Boykin Park boat ramp, 5 mins to Zavalla for restaurants and groceries. In front of Kervins RV Park. One of the most picturesque locations in the area!
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
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11 AM check out instructions for tomorrow:
*wash and put up dirty dishes
* give everything you used a quick wipe
Take out all trash to the dumpster at the back of the park
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No parties.
3 vehicles maximum.
No pets.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4102008vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Zavalla
Zavalla is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sam Rayburn Reservoir and Boykin Springs at Angelina National Forest.
Boykin Springs at Angelina National Forest - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
Ellen Trout Zoo - 42 min drive - 64.2 km
Rayburn Country Golf Course - 48 min drive - 57.2 km
Seay Lake - 48 min drive - 62.0 km
Little Cedar Creek Lake - 55 min drive - 81.0 km
Restaurants
Carlene's Cafe - 10 min drive
Eagle's Nest Cafe - 10 min drive
K B Bar B Que - 11 min drive
LITTLE GAL'S - 10 min drive
B & E Feed & Seed - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Lake Sam Rayburn Access! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Lake Sam Rayburn Access! ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lake Sam Rayburn Access! ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lake Sam Rayburn Access! located?
Situated in Zavalla, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Sam Rayburn Reservoir and within 6 miles (10 km) of Boykin Springs at Angelina National Forest and Angelina National Forest. Sturrock Cemetery and San Augustine Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A little tough for boat parking, but awesome house and host.
Chester J.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2026
Thank you for your 5 Star review! I’m sorry about the boat parking… we can fit 2 quite easily but more than that becomes tricky. Thank you for being an exemplary guest.. we hope to see you back!
Everything was exactly as described! Exceeded expectations even! Spacious home, charming decor and updates, very comfy big couch and beds! Great tvs too! Not much to pick from in this area, but this one should be your top choice for sure!
Perfect weekend getaway, very clean. The only thing that was bad was they ate on a water well an you have to preserve the water. You only take showers no baths. It’s not on the water so we had our little kids a slip and slide to play to keep them busy and manager was very nice but told us we had to be mindful on water use. The grill area outside was very nice an setting on the large back porch was relaxing
Carrie F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2026
Hi Carrie, thank you so much for your 5 Star Review! The property is on a water well so continuous water usage for a slip and slide for an extended amount of time would be too much. Thank you for understanding. We hope to see you back!
Plenty of room for 9 adults, next to the bait shop and down the road from the two boat ramps and park at the lake. The back porch is nice and peaceful in the morning to sit and have a cup of coffee or two.
We had a fantastic time at this rental, which truly has everything you need. If you're searching for a peaceful spot by the lake, away from a busy boat ramp, this is the perfect choice. The rental offers ample space and multiple rooms, making it ideal for large families. It also includes covered parking and options for outdoor grilling. Two stores are conveniently located within a quarter-mile, just a mile and a half from the Castle Boykin boat ramp.
Katie A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! You were a pleasure to host!
I was very impressed with the accomodations. I travel quite a bit for fishing trips, and the homes that I rent are hit and miss when it comes to being able to have the room to park my truck and boat and also have electrical hook ups to plug in the battery charger for the boat. This property was perfect. The house was spacious with enough rooom to easily sleep four people or more. I would definitely consider staying here again on my next trip to Lake Sam Rayburn.
Everything is just like advertised. Outstanding property. % STARS!!! The only thing that could make even better is a swing at the end of the porch, for resting at the end of the day. Very quiet neighborhood and easy drive to Zavalla. Will be staying here again when I go back to Sam Rayburn.
We had a fantastic time. The host Sonya was amazing to work with. Very communicative throughout the stay. Even checked in to see how things were going. We came for a quick weekend to fish on Sam Rayburn. We wish we would have had longer just to be able to relax in the house. It was so clean and comfortable. Had everything we needed! Location was fantastic. So close to the “mini” store and a mile from the launch site. And only a few miles to Zavalla where there is a Brookshire Brothers and a Dollar General. We had 8 in our party and it was the perfect size. Slept everyone comfortably. Couch was nice and roomy too, enough seating for all of us which is usually hard to find. We will be back again staying longer next time. The only thing missing if you’re looking for a complete pkg is a place to swim and nearby fishing for kids. But knowing that, we still give it 5 stars and will be coming back!! Thanks Sonya for everything!
Kristyn R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
About the host
Hosted by Sonya Bravo
Languages:
English, Spanish
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