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CLARA'S CABIN... a place to unwind, reflect, draw, write, or enjoy your people.

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Welcome to Sunset at Clara's Cabin
Come sit on the porch at Clara's Cabin and wait for Gus to show up..
Enter through the 18th century Spanish Colonial doors from Guatemala
WELL! There is GUS...... and Sadie....Different "GUS"...sorry "Clara"
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

CLARA'S CABIN... a place to unwind, reflect, draw, write, or enjoy your people.

This is a lovely little two bedroom cabin in beautiful East Texas. There are views of the hardwood forest on three sides with a pasture to the south of Clara's Cabin. It is secluded from the rest of the property and is full of natural light afforded by the large windows. The doors are antique Spanish Colonial with hand forged hinges. As in Gus's Place, we have wonderful stained glass created by regionally acclaimed glass artist, Pat Williams. I think that you will love the very special artistic touches throughout this home.
A quiet spot for reflection is snuggled into a recess in the woods. The walkway from there will take you to the back porch and the propane fired grill is always ready for your own foodie creations.
Truly a place to get away and relax.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 29

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

Events can be accomodated elsewhere on property

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Totally non- smoking facility....

SMOKING ON THE PROPERTY OR PETS ON THE PROPERTY WILL RESULT IN A $100 CHARGE TO YOUR CARD.

ALL GUESTS ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY ACCIDENTS OR INJURY WHILE STAYING AT CLARA'S CABIN PROPERTY.

PLEASE PARK ON DESIGNATED AREAS. NO PARKING ON THE GRASS BECAUSE OF POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE SPRINKLER SYSTEM.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1044275vb
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 can be accomodated elsewhere on property
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

About the area

Nacogdoches

Located in Nacogdoches, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Durst-Taylor Historic House and Gardens and Nacogdoches Railroad Depot are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ruby M. Mize Azalea Garden and SFA Mast Arboretum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at William R. Johnson Coliseum or Homer Bryce Stadium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hunting nearby.
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Nacogdoches, TX

What's nearby

  • Zip Nac - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Lanana Creek Trail - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Nacogdoches Visitor's Center - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Stephen F. Austin State University - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Ruby M. Mize Azalea Garden - 10 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Nacogdoches, TX (OCH-A L Mangham Jr. Regional) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Express - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kroger Fuel Center - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is CLARA'S CABIN... a place to unwind, reflect, draw, write, or enjoy your people. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at CLARA'S CABIN... a place to unwind, reflect, draw, write, or enjoy your people.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at CLARA'S CABIN... a place to unwind, reflect, draw, write, or enjoy your people.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at CLARA'S CABIN... a place to unwind, reflect, draw, write, or enjoy your people.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is CLARA'S CABIN... a place to unwind, reflect, draw, write, or enjoy your people. located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Zip Nac and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lanana Creek Trail and Sterne-Hoya House Museum and Library. Oak Grove Cemetery and Nacogdoches Visitor's Center are also within 6 miles (10 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. 66 out of 66 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clara's Cabin was absolutely beautiful and relaxing. My family and I enjoyed our time here. Needed time to stop all the running around, take a deep breath and spend some much needed time with my little family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aleta C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was perfect for us. Out-of-town location, but not too far out. Privacy and a lovely porch with rockers to sit and enjoy coffee.
Stayed 56 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very charming and quiet place! would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jeff l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place. Great place to chill. Enjoyed the trees!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SC R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful stay and would give this property more than 5 stars if we could! The location was perfect, and the directions provided were spot on, making arrival completely stress-free.The home itself was beautifully decorated and impeccably clean—it truly felt welcoming from the moment we walked in. Every detail was thoughtfully put together, which made our stay even more enjoyable.The property owner was exceptional—extremely responsive, kind, and genuinely invested in making sure we had the perfect weekend. She went above and beyond to ensure everything was just right, and that level of care really stood out.We would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing and seamless getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARNIE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay in Clara's cabin was beyond perfect! Marcia, (our host) created a cabin that is so much more than welcoming, comfortable & immaculately clean; it is beautifully & artfully decorated with Charming touches & custom finishes throughout. The garden & outside area had everything we could want to enjoy a fun & restful weekend (even though it was raining!); Built in grill & fire pit, a pergola, rocking chairs on the covered front porch. Our stay was a delight in every sense & we felt so cared for with all thoughtful touches. It felt like we were staying in the home of a creative & caring friend! Thank you so very much; We are already planning our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr, 2026
We enjoyed having you stay with us SO much. I hope to have you over again soon! Thank you so much for choosing to stay with us.💕
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti S.

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

Fantastic cabin!

This cabin was so inviting, peaceful and welcoming! Quality throughout and the proximity to town was very convenient as well. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ShannonG

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location outside of the city, incredibly peaceful and quiet. Cabin is beautifully decorated. Bed was very comfortable w Temperpedic mattress. I stayed there the weekend my daughter was getting married in Nac so it had even more meaning for the need for peace, quiet, serenity. Absolutely recommend if you’re looking for a getaway from the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter and Laura S.

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

Great getaway

Great place for a short getaway for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Great Place

We enjoyed our stay and it was conveniently located close to SF Austin!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul, 2023
Come see us again and again....We loved having you.... Marcia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivia K.

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

Wonderful!

We had such a great stay. The house is so pretty and it was a great location to fishing and downtown Nac!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Best place to stay!

You have to stay there to then know, you will be back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul, 2023
You are so sweet...Some of these things are hard to convey how "back in time' some of these little breaks can take us. We appreciate that you chose us to "escape" with.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geneva A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best weekend at Clara’s cabin. The house is lovely and in a perfect location that feels remote but still super close to Main Street and the heart of Nacogdoches. Marcia was attentive, understanding, and very easy to communicate with. The house is truly stunning and came equipped with everything we needed. We could not have asked for a better experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Enjoyed Cottage

Nice Getaway for anniveersary
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris s.

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

Clara’s cabin was a wonderful family getaway and the host was great

We came down to visit our daughter at SFA and wanted something different. We love the peacefulness of the location with all the modern amenities. It was beautifully decorated with a southwest theme. Clara’s cabin was a great place for our family to getaway and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

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

Great place

Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary L.

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

Great, very cozy.

This place was amazing, tucked away in the woods. Very modern and updated amenities. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cass A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely lovely cabin with carefully curated finishes and furnishings. Everything from the entry doors, the bathroom countertops, the custom slab bathroom floor, to the carved wood chairs was perfecly selected. Clean, comfortable and cozy, in a secluded setting. Our host was delightful and provided every thoughtful convenience we could want. We would stay again in a heartbeat. Cindy & Cass
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendall B.

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

Serenity and Convenience in the country

Nice property. Very quiet and private yet convenient to town and local attractions. Really nice cabin design and upscale finishes.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Long M.

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

Beautiful cabin

This is one of the nicest Vrbos. Very clean and decorated beautifully. The host is super helpful and friendly. I highly recommend this cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly W.

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

Great little cabin

Perfect for a quiet getaway. Beautiful southwest interior. All the comforts of home and close to town if the need arises. Had a great relaxing time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov, 2024
I'm so glad the you came and enjoyed your stay. Don't be a stranger....Love you have you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara E.

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

Perfect Retreat

This property is immaculate with the perfect coziness of country living. We enjoyed our stay here very much and left feeling recharged!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul, 2023
Success! That is exactly the feeling that we hope to impart to our guests. I am so glad that you enjoyed our stay and we certainly do hope that you find your way to Clara's Cabin again soon. Thank you for coming.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly A.

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

Clara’s Cabin

Very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon G.

Beautiful, eclectic, unique cabin experience

The cabin was beautiful and uniquely decorated. We enjoyed all of the windows that let in the natural light and the fireplace made it very cozy and relaxing in the evenings. Our stay was very peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jul, 2023
Thank you so much for coming over....I am so happy that you enjoyed your little break. Come again soon...You guys are the best!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

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

Great property!

This is our 2nd stay at one of Marcia’s properties. It was lovely as usual. She has thought of everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Marcia Lyon

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Why they chose this property

We escaped from busy, busy Dallas to Nacogdoches in 1984. Wanted to raise our 3 kids here in this wonderful little town and were glad that we did. We thought about moving to Austin when they went off to college but found this wonderful property and happily stayed.
We have turned the original 1865 homeplace, Gus's Place, into a wonderful little vacation rental. We also added a large barn with an apartment, a pool kitchen and we have great areas to allow for large parties or reunions.
"Gus" was so busy that we decided to bring "Clara's Cabin" into the picture. While not as historic as ole "Gus", it is just as charming and decorated with wonderful art and artifacts from that period. Clara's Cabin is set in an area that is easily accessible to our guests who stay there yet very private.

What makes this property unique

IF you love fishing and want to come home with a boat full of fish...let us know and we will line you up with an outstanding professional fisherman/ER nurse, Super nice fellow. Knows where ALL the fish live and is just the finest person you could meet. In the winter months, I do Raku firings from time to time and kiln openings when the kiln has been fired and is ready to unload. There are some other amenities that we can offer....Just ask....Kids LOVE It out here!

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