Van Vacation Retreat w/ Private 300-Acre Lake!

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A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs, a kitchen with bar stools, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue island, and pendant lighting.
A lakeside camping area with a swing, a tent, and a boat house.
A modern living room with a brown sofa, patterned armchair, and a coffee table. A kitchen area is visible in the background with bar stools and a refrigerator.
A spacious living room with a ceiling fan, a wooden coffee table, a brown sofa, and a patterned armchair.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Arcade/game room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Van, TX
  • Place, Yesterland Farm
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Texas Rose Horse Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, First Monday Trade Days
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Van

Located in Van, this holiday home is on a lake. First Monday Trade Days and Old Mill Marketplace are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Van Memorial Stadium and Van Lake. Consider Pickers Pavilion for a night out or Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark if you're travelling with kids. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Map
Van, TX

What's nearby

  • Yesterland Farm - 11 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Texas Rose Horse Park - 12 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark - 14 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Old Mill Marketplace - 15 min drive - 25.0 km
  • First Monday Trade Days - 18 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • Mineola Station - 34 min drive
  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pilot - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tele's Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Van Vacation Retreat w/ Private 300-Acre Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Van Vacation Retreat w/ Private 300-Acre Lake!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Van Vacation Retreat w/ Private 300-Acre Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Van Vacation Retreat w/ Private 300-Acre Lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Van Vacation Retreat w/ Private 300-Acre Lake! located?

This family-friendly Van holiday home is located on a lake, 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Van Memorial Stadium, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Van Lake and Sky Lake. Yesterland Farm and Texas Rose Horse Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with tons of activity options right there on site!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun 2026
Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the property and all the activities available right on-site. We work hard to create a fun, relaxing experience with plenty to do for our guests. We’d love to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful property and just as described in the listing. The host has been very responsive and helpful. We hope to return again one day to this property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found the property to meet your expectations. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we sincerely appreciate your kind comments regarding our responsiveness and hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you back anytime and hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future. Safe travels, and thank you for choosing our property!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful views

This property was stunning. Great views, wonderful location. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Best girls weekend!!

We traveled to First Catch to shop in Canton for the weekend. This place is perfect… from the location, the quiet peaceful atmosphere, the beautiful sunsets, and of course the accommodations!! The owners were accommodating and communicated all that we needed to know. This is our second time staying at “First Catch” and we will definitely be back next year!!
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing First Catch again for your Canton weekend getaway! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, sunsets, and accommodations. It means a lot to us that you returned for a second stay, and we truly appreciate your kind words about our communication and hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you back again next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

The property and house was exactly as advertised and even greater then our expectation. Clean, perfect location for our events in Van, Tx. Management and owner easy to work with. We are planning our next visit already.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jul 2025
From the owner: "Hi Lois, thank you so much for the wonderful 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at First Catch Lake House. It means a lot to us that you took the time to share your experience. You're welcome back anytime!"
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great get away

This is my second time staying at this lake house rental for a weekend of shopping and relaxation. It’s clean, quiet and has everything we needed. We had so much fun shopping (only20 minutes from First Monday in Canton)we didn’t get to enjoy the fishing or the barn with all the games. Watching the sunset over the lake with a glass of wine was a great way to end each day. Already looking forward to our next stay next year. Book it NOW!
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2026
Thank you so much for your amazing review and for staying with us again! We’re thrilled to hear you had another relaxing and fun shopping weekend. It sounds like you made the most of the sunsets and lake views, even if you didn’t get a chance to enjoy the fishing and games this time around. We’ll have them waiting for you on your next visit! We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation, and we can’t wait to welcome you back again next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property. It has everything and more. There is even a Starbucks around the corner. I had nothing but compliments from the family on booking it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2025
Thanks so much for the great review! We’re so glad you and your family enjoyed the stay (and the Starbucks around the corner 😊). You’re welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick family trip

We had a great stay! We travels to Van because my son was in a state baseball tournament. He thoroughly enjoyed fishing and swimming in his down town. The house was very clean, and the owners were very responsive. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Clean and tons of room

House was very clean with lots of room. Beds were comfortable and everything we needed was already stocked. Close drive for First Monday. Will be booking again very soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was absolutely AMAZING! The views, the house, the covered outdoor entertainment space, the shop with all the games/space, the amount of yard for the kids and dogs to play in, and the lake right there made this place have endless possibilities of fun and relaxation for our family trip. We will absolutely be staying here again for our annual First Monday Trade Days trip, and we will likely try to come back during spring/summer to take advantage of the fishing and lake activities. We have stayed in many different places within 30 minutes of Canton, some of which were on other lakes. This one, hands down, is the place to be.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really great place to stay. Home is very nice, clean and comfortable. Received prompt answers to the few questions we had. Easy drive to First Monday Trade Days in Canton, and a very nice place to relax and unwind after a long day of shopping. The outdoor area is beautiful, right on the lake. Although we didn’t use the game area, it appears to be well equipped and is definitely spacious. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wedding Trip Retreat

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this home while in town for a wedding! It was the perfect setup for our group, with multiple families and a mix of ages all staying comfortably under one roof. The house easily accommodated all 8 of us, and everyone had plenty of space to relax and enjoy.There was truly something for everyone. My husband and son had an amazing time fishing and caught a dozen fish during our stay, which was such a highlight for them. Our young adult kids stayed entertained the entire time with all the activities—ping pong, foosball, darts, and even a friendly (and competitive!) cornhole tournament.Evenings were just as special, spent unwinding together around the fire pit. It created such a fun and memorable atmosphere after busy wedding festivities.This home made our trip extra special, and we would absolutely stay here again. Highly recommend for families or groups looking for a place that offers both comfort and fun!
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for this incredible review! We’re truly glad to hear your group had such a memorable stay, especially during such a special occasion. It’s great to know the home was a perfect fit for your families and that everyone—from the fishermen to the game-night competitors—found something to enjoy. Hearing that your husband and son had such success fishing and that the evenings around the fire pit brought everyone together really means a lot to us. We love creating a space where guests can relax, have fun, and make lasting memories, so your kind words mean everything. You were wonderful guests, and we’d absolutely love to host you again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem

We were very fortunate to stumble across this home. Our original home was canceled on us 1 month before our spring break vacation. I quickly searched for something new and this place had everything we wanted from fishing to a ton of games. We walked along the dirt road (when it wasn't too windy) and met some cows during our stay. The kitchen had almost everything we needed, as we cooked every meal while there. We caught a few catfish while fishing, played all the games and even rode the bicycles around. My family including 2 teenagers, grandparents and pups had an amazing time. I would definitely recommend this place for a nice get away!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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