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Once in a Lifetime Toledo Bend

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A lakeside deck with string lights, a dock, and a grassy area.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a black dishwasher.
A living room with a brown sofa, a red armchair, and a beige rug. There is a ceiling fan with lights, a door labeled "LAKE", and a small table with a lamp.
A wooden deck over a muddy water body, surrounded by a grassy area with trees and a small structure in the background.
A building with a porch, steps, and a tree.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free internet
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Hemphill, TX
  • Place, Harborlight Marina and Resort
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Patricia Huffman Smith NASA Museum
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Toledo Bend Tourist Info Center
    ‪29 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

2nd floor bedroom 1 king

1 King Bed

2nd floor bedroom queen

1 Queen Bed

2nd floor living room queen sleeper sofa

1 Queen Bed

Basement 2 twins

2 Single Beds

Basement Bedroom king

1 King Bed

Master king

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

2nd Floor Bath

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor Bath 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Outdoor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Once in a Lifetime Toledo Bend

Something for everyone here. Serenity can be found on the porches with a cup of coffee and family time can be enjoyed at the lake with swimming area shallow enough for young children. Kayaks for adults and teens. And a swim deck for the whole family.
Nearly 3000 square feet of living space with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms (including one full bathroom outside) plus two well-equipped kitchens, one on main level and one downstairs with multiple coffee makers, blenders, pots and pans and full appliances in both. Pass through bar from kitchen area on bottom floor to outside and Jacuzzi tub in master bathroom on upper floor.
Sits on approx. 2.2 acre (plus leaseback) with approx 300 ft. of waterfront and a 2 story boathouse. Outside you find a concrete circle drive, 4-car carport on concrete for plenty of room for parking and/or easy boat trailer maneuvering
Great views of the lake from all levels. Neighborhood boat launch nearby.
The house has a mid-lake location on the Texas side of Toledo Bend and Cypress Bend can be seen across the lake.
Boat house is well lit with a hammock for afternoon relaxing and an upper deck for great views of the open lake.
Sleeps 11+ with King Size Bed in Master upstairs and in downstairs bedroom and then another King bed and Queen bed in other two bedrooms plus a twin size daybed with a twin trundle downstairs. Additional Queen sleeper sofa in the main floor and 2 twin roll away beds, air mattresses and linens can be found in downstairs closet.
Wifi included.
Keywords: House, waterfront property, Toledo Bend, lake house rental, lake house rental
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Only with adult supervision
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Events

Events allowed
Only with advance notice
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7936121
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Only with advance notice
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
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

Hemphill

Located in Hemphill, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Harborlight Marina and Resort and Cypress Bend Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Patricia Huffman Smith NASA Museum and Hodges Gardens State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.
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Hemphill, TX

What's nearby

  • Harborlight Marina and Resort - 18 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Patricia Huffman Smith NASA Museum - 20 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Toledo Bend Tourist Info Center - 29 min drive - 36.5 km
  • Cypress Bend Golf Course - 45 min drive - 56.2 km
  • Cypress Bend Park - 48 min drive - 57.6 km

Getting around

  • Alexandria, LA (AEX-Alexandria Intl.) - 123 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lost Frontier RV Park and Marina - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Fisherman's Galley - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Hemphill BBQ - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪moonshiners - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sabine Social Room - ‬41 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Once in a Lifetime Toledo Bend pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Once in a Lifetime Toledo Bend?

As of 24 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Once in a Lifetime Toledo Bend on 30 Sept 2026 start from £963, 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 at Once in a Lifetime Toledo Bend?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Once in a Lifetime Toledo Bend?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Once in a Lifetime Toledo Bend?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Once in a Lifetime Toledo Bend located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Sabine National Forest and Toledo Bend Reservoir. Harborlight Marina and Resort and Patricia Huffman Smith NASA Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely enjoyed every second of our stay here. If I could I would live here. Everyone enjoyed their time they had everything you need to have the most pleasant stay, I can honestly say this was by far the best place we have ever booked and we will be returning back. The hosts are awesome. Thank you for sharing your house with us
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a fishing weekend! Boat ramp is next door, dock space is huge, house has plenty of beds and two kitchens was nice cooking for a large family group. Would recommend to anyone looking for a lake getaway! We plan to stay here again for future trips to Toledo Bend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of space for my crew. Any issues orcommunication was quickly responded to
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, well stocked kitchen, house was clean. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Owners were very responsive and happily answered all of my questions.Lots of stairs in the house. We definitely got our exercise in!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay and relax

Our family had a great time fishing, swimming and kayaking. The house is great and we all enjoyed the gorgeous views and peaceful quiet.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great. There was plenty of room for everyone. We had a fantastic family vacation. Would definitely stay here again. .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. our family had a wonderful time. there is so much space that everyone had their own spot to relax. With the larger group rooms we spent quality time together. The outdoor space was a heavenly oasis.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Great location and great property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious relaxing getaway

The house has more then enough space for our group that went and easy access to lake and fishing we had weather come in while we were there so didn't get to enjoy the lake as much as we wanted but still enjoyed ourselves with a very relaxing getaway still
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice big place

Very well stocked. Nice big spaces for everyone to hang out. Great communication with owner. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing Friends

There are 10 fishing buddies that go to east Texas every spring, this property was in a great location and enabled us to all be in one place. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing vacation

We had a great time. The house was very clean and well stocked with kitchen supplies and linens. It was everything we expected and more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sibling getaway

A group of 10 guys stayed for a few days. My brothers and some nephews. Great location, great property and great time was had by all. Highly recommended for a relaxing and fun getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful time with family!

The property was beautiful and very clean!!! My kids loved the boathouse which is w where we stayed most of the day and night!!! Loved the swimming area even though it was a little cold!!!! I wills recommend the house to anyone looking for a wonderful place to stay!!! Hopefully we will be back next year!!❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome

Had a great time no problems
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family getaway

We enjoyed our stay at this home. We loved the fishing dock and swimming area. Each bedroom was separated and private with access to bathrooms. The grandkids loved playing checkers and darts inside. The views were spectacular in the morning. The house was nestled in a quiet neighborhood. Having kayaks was fun for the grandkids to row around the cove in. Everyone had a great time at this rental. We are definitely booking this one again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay!

House had everything we needed to accomodate our large group! We were 4 families with approximately 22-24 people! Everyone had a place to sleep!! Lots of extras like water noodles, floats, folding chairs and the grill. The host was super accessible and answered quickly. Over all we have this place saved under a favorite to come back to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Slice of Heaven

Stayed with friends and family for an extended weekend. Absolutely loved this property. Pretty much spent the entire weekend outside at the boat dock enjoying the water and fishing. Setup of the home was unique and we really enjoyed the dual kitchens. Host was very easy to communicate with and we will definitely be back to enjoy this wonderful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Grand Trip

It was the best trip ever. It was so much fun and relaxing in spite of the weather. The kids took the kayaks out and explored the banks and we sat on the dock in the swings and enjoyed the view. The house has everything to offer. We fried fish, we barbecued and so much more. Plan to book again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing getaway

This was out first time to Toledo Bend, and we were so impressed with this property. The house had plenty of room and was very clean! We had 3 families in the home, and there were places for the kids as well as the adults. The view of the lake and dock were amazing. Brandon was very helpful and available for questions.The neighborhood is small, safe, and the people were friendly. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2023
Thanks so much, Natalie. We really enjoyed having you and your group at our home and would welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing and funnn!!!

We stayed for 2 weeks and had such a wonderful time. We were able to have fun and relax whenever the time was right. We had family come see us sporadically for a couple special occasions and were just delighted to be able to have plenty of space amongst us. There are plenty little hang out areas and the kayaks were so fun. We definitely are hooked!!! Brandon was pleasant to deal with we would love to come back ASAP!!! Thank you!!
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2023
Y'all are welcome back anytime! Such a great experience dealing with Shane and his group. Thank you for everything!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Home

The house was beautiful, clean, with plenty of room. Many different sitting areas outside including the back porch, a screened in porch and deck with an outside bathroom. Boat house was very nice, with deck on top. We loved sitting in the swinging chairs on the boat house deck! The view of the lake was spectacular. We were able to park two boats underneath the carport to keep them out of the weather which was a bonus! Highly recommend this property! Owner was very friendly and responsive.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2023
Thank you for the great review and taking such good care of the house. So glad you enjoyed the singing chairs, you were the first to use them (installed them right before your stay).
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lakeside Dream

Every person in our family continued to say how awesome this place was all weekend. The layout was perfect! There was room for everyone. We fished, played games, played on the hill, had a fire and so much more. It was absolutely perfect. You will NOT find better! Communication with the owner was top notch. The place was perfect and we really didnt need to contact him, but when we did, he was so friendly and helpful. Can not recommend this place enough! Our goal is to be back this summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

BEST TIME EVER!

The property is beautiful inside and outside. The house was very clean and has everything you need from toiletries to cooking to just having a great time and relaxing. There was plenty of space for our family and friends. We spent most of our time outside. The weather was great! Lots of trees, shade, and chairs for just hanging out outside. The boathouse was awesome. We brought a pontoon and a bass boat. Both boats fit nicely in it. The swim deck was also a big plus for us. We swam and fished from it. We had the BEST time!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

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