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Gorgeous OPEN WATER views for a Summertime getaway. Great fishing! Sleeps 20

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Majestic 2700 sq ft home for the entire family. Close to EVERYTHING. Sleeps 20+
The entire family can gather on this HUGE deck. SPECTACULAR views of the lake
Dock your boat here. You have plenty of room for the whole family to safely swim
Picture perfect! Fantastic sunset viewing or all night fishing off this dock.
Spectacular sunsets from atop the party deck!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 202700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Cedar Creek Reservoir
  • Place, Tom Finley Park
  • Place, The Library at Cedar Creek Lake

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Barbados

1 Queen Bed

Beach Life

2 Queen Beds

Family Room

2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

Master Suite

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Porthole Pleaser

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Hallway

Toilet

Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gorgeous OPEN WATER views for a Summertime getaway. Great fishing! Sleeps 20

Come gaze into the beautiful waters at this 2700 sq. ft. gem. nestled on the deep open waters of Cedar Creek Lake. This home is minutes away from all the local shopping, restaurants bars and the bait shop. Spend your day boating, fishing, swimming ( so much room to swim safely) or just relaxing on the covered patio with a good book. Perfect for making many long- lasting family memories year after year. Do you need accommodations for a Girl’s Weekend in Canton for First Monday’s? This location is only 25 minutes away!
Enjoy the full lake experience in this nautical inspired setting. The Five Star Master Bedroom Suite has a full view of the lush open waters. Cozy up to the fireplace in this master, on your romantic getaway. Relax in the tub or enjoy the huge walk in shower. Plenty of room for two with these double vanities! There is a Queen room on the other side of the Master bath. Perfect for Seniors or young children. All on the main floor.
The “Barbados” Room boasts a spectacular 180-degree view of the lake. The queen size bed in this room is fit for a Queen. Decorated with relics from Barbados, St. Lucia and the Virgin Islands, you will think you are in paradise!
The “Beach Life” Room has room for the whole family with these two queens. Let your imagination take you to your favorite beach in this room. An oversized bathroom is just across the hall!
The “Porthole Pleaser” is great for the younger guests. This quaint off set has a full trundle bed with a twin pull out. The TV plays your favorite DVD’s! Sure to be the popular hang out for teens or the Grands!

The new Family room we call the BOATHOUSE features two deluxe Queens and two deluxe Full size beds all on the main floor. This room gives you the availability to sleep 8 additional guests taking your total guest to well beyond 20! A shuffleboard table and additional seating make this the perfect hang out for cold or rainy days. Watch a movie on the 58” big screen or play cards and a board game or two. Otherwise, you will want to be outdoors!

You and your guests will say “WOW” as you enter the home to see the massive floor to ceiling windows that illuminate your perfect view of the lake. Snuggle up to a good book by the fireplace or simply lounge on the sleeper sofa. There is also a full futon in the living area. This open concept living area opens to the dining area that accommodates 10 comfortably. Very open and inviting for entire families.
The “chef” is in full view of all guests while in this open-concept kitchen. Fully equipped with all cooking utensils and small appliances. Whether you need to make toast, a cup of coffee, or blend up a cool concoction, you have all the comforts of home. Want steaks? There is a large Char-Broil five burner grill on the deck at your disposal.
This 20 sleeper is spectacular on the inside, but you came to the lake for the outside space and you will not be disappointed. The back patio is fully covered. Huge Amish wooden rockers rock your cares away. Dine in this large pergola area on your tables for 18! Additional seating, ceiling fans, the grill, and patio lighting make this the perfect outdoor space as you enjoy the breathtaking views of Cedar Creek Lake. Take in a game of corn hole. Are sunsets your thing? They get no better than the ones from atop the 25X25 foot party deck high above all the rest. Bring your boat and safely and securely house it in your own boat slip. Do the same for up to two jet skis.
And fishing??? You do not even need a boat for that! Just fish right off the back patio. The catfish practically jump onto your line! This property has every amenity imaginable for your next vacation.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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
Life jacket is required for all children under 12.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$50 non-refundable deposit ea. No cats
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$100 charge for cigerette butts left on premises.
4 vehicles parked in drive, 3 in grass .
Absolutely no jumping from the party deck! It is dangerous!

Important information

You need to know

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 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
Property Registration Number 1879889

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gun Barrel City

Located in Mabank, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Cedar Creek Country Club and Tara Vineyards and Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Whatz-Up Family Fun Park and East Texas Arboretum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gun Barrel City, TX

What's nearby

  • Cedar Creek Reservoir - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Tom Finley Park - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Whatz-Up Family Fun Park - 4 min drive - 5.2 km
  • The Library at Cedar Creek Lake - 4 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Cedar Creek Country Club - 20 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Casa - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous OPEN WATER views for a Summertime getaway. Great fishing! Sleeps 20 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous OPEN WATER views for a Summertime getaway. Great fishing! Sleeps 20?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous OPEN WATER views for a Summertime getaway. Great fishing! Sleeps 20?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous OPEN WATER views for a Summertime getaway. Great fishing! Sleeps 20 located?

This family-friendly Mabank holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Cedar Creek Reservoir and Tom Finley Park. Whatz-Up Family Fun Park and The Library at Cedar Creek Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Great Family getaway!

We all enjoyed our time at the lake, laughing and making memories! Our hosts were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We do a family vacay every year, us our 4 kids and all the grands, This was probably the best rental experience we’ve had to date! The home is very nice, we were all so impressed with the little things they did to us feel welcomed and at home., from the candies to the smores set ups. There were plenty of blankets, pillows, towels., everything we needed to walk in and start having fun. We literally had everything except for the groceries! Lol highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Utpal B.

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

Great stay

Thanks for great support and sharing your home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

tlah m.

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

Family lake trip

We had a wonderful stay at this property. There was lots of space in the boathouse for the children. The short walk to the dock was great along with the nice large patio for everyone to gather and hang out. The parking was a little tight but we made it work and our host was very accomodating to our needs and was very responsive. The kitchen can be tight depending on how many people you have, we had 20 ish people and we navigated it just fine again our host made sure we had everything we needed to keep it smooth. We were welcome with cookies, jam, candy, and a smores setup for the children and this was such a wonderful welcoming. All in all we loved the house, the lake area was parefct, the location was perfect and we made a bunch of memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

Best VRBO host!

This was the very best VRBO experience we’ve ever had!! I was chaperoning a weekend for a group of HS seniors and when we arrived our house was decorated with “congratulations graduates” decor, candy, and FRESH BAKED cookies (which were a hit with the kids!). Every little detail was considered. Often we need to resupply toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, etc….at other houses we’ve rented. Not here, EVERYTHING was considered! Great communication. We loved being on the lake. The boathouse room was our favorite! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

Fourth Celebration🇺🇸

We had a great five days in a lovely home. Our host and hostess could not have been more accommodating. The house was decorated for the Fourth and there were wonderful snacks when we arrived. How welcoming! Two showers for seventeen adults was a challenge but we worked it out. Our boys suggested an outdoor shower might be a good addition. Overall, it was a great trip and we hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb S., Austin, TX

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

Wonderful family vacay

Karleen is the best host I’ve ever encountered at a VRBO property, and I’ve stayed at over 20. She went out of her way to ensure our handicapped guest had everything she needed. The house is beautiful and roomy. The deck and dock were perfect. Spent lots of time swimming and fishing—caught white bass, crappie, and catfish. Our group included a 10-month-old to an 86-yr-old. All had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

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

Best Birthday Weekend!

Karleen and Jon went above and beyond to make sure my birthday/Memorial Day weekend was the best!! The house was exactly as pictured, the kitchen was well-stocked with all the tools we needed for an awesome cookout, all the bathrooms had anything we could've forgotten and the property was very well-kept. The best part? They even left me a birthday cake and party supplies! The SWEETEST! Their communication was top-notch the entire time and made sure everything went swimmingly. And the sunset view from the dock? Unreal. I HIGHLY recommend you stay here if you can!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Beautiful Property, Great Hospitality

This was a beautiful place to stay. Although we only had three couples, it would be great for larger groups or families with kids, with beds galore. The host Karleen was very thoughtful, asking if we were celebrating anything in particular, and I told her it was my fiance's birthday. We arrived to birthday decorations (alongside seasonal fall decorations) as well as a birthday card, cake, homemade cookies, a bottle of champagne and orange juice. The kitchen was fully stocked with dishes and cooking utensils, something that can often be lacking in vacation rentals. We had great meals both inside and on the large back porch overlooking the lake. Overall, my only complaint is that we didn't stay longer! But that's our fault. Highly recommend, thanks Karleen!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOEY S.

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

Family Summer Fun @ Cedar Creek

I’ll start off by saying that Karleen and Jon define the true meaning of “Super Host”. They had us prepared for our getaway months before check-in. When check- in day finally came, we were not disappointed. The house was clean and perfectly stocked. You honestly only need food and clothes for the trip; everything else is graciously provided. Karleen was so awesome to satisfy our sweet tooth as soon as we walked in with freshly baked goodies and s’mores set-up. We brought 10 guests (7 adults) and we all had plenty of space. The back porch is perfect for morning coffee or beautiful evening sunsets. The boat dock is great! After taking our boat for morning fishing trips, we played in the water right off the dock the remainder of the day. We can’t thank Karleen and Jon enough for their fantastic home and amazing service. Everything about this trip was something to remember!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Great place

Everything was great, except front yard, and backyard is very small for 20 people
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

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Perfect , porch is the best looking right at the water just beautiful this was 2 nd time thier

Loved everything
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Perfect getaway

This property was perfect! we had adults, teens, and kids and everyone enjoyed games on the patio, smores at the fire pit, fishing off the dock… The kids LOVED having the ‘Boatroom’ for their own space. I can’t speak highly enough about the attention to detail by the host and the ease of communication. We can’t wait to return to this beautiful home on the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin T.

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

Wonderful weekend!

Karleen is about the best there is as far as it comes to hosting. We loved her house, it was perfect for our long weekend. Karleen was SO attentive and sweet. Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad F.

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

Labor Day Weekend on the lake

We had an amazing time at this place. Karleen and Jon did a great job welcoming us and the communicating with us before the trip was very helpful. The house is spacious and clean inside with everything that you need. As great as the inside is, the deck is better. It has a great covered area to sit outside and eat, play games or just sit in the rocking chairs and enjoy the lake. We all enjoyed the shuffle board table and the other games in the boathouse. Thanks for a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie G.

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

Amazing family time

Kathleen and Jon have to be the most hospitable hosts on VRBO! We arrived to a clean, beautiful, and very comfortable lakefront home with a welcome card, a cake, appetizers and mimosas. The instructions are accurate and thorough. They provide all of the amenities necessary for an amazing family vacation. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

BEST HOUSE ON THE LAKE

We loved this rental and would recommend it to anyone. Everything was lovely and we would love to return in the near future. Best house we have stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sang H.

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

Family vibes

A much needed weekend getaway with my family. The place was beautiful and the hosts was so welcoming. They kept us informed about everything. We got rained on and off and we still enjoyed our stay. We fish and hang out on their roomy deck/patio. They also welcome us with cookies, OJ and champagne to make mimosas. Of all the places I've stayed, no hosts ever welcome like Kathleen and Jon.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Amazing

The hostess was amazing. Beautifully decorated wirh home cake, cookies, candy , dips, champagne and orange juice to celebrate new year's. We will be back .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billie S., Denton, Texas

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

Thanksgiving on the Lake

Great experience! Anytime we had a question the host answered immediately and were very helpful. We enter the house with a plate of cookies, a dip and a cake waiting for us, along with mimosas for the morning. House was right on the water and we had everything we needed. The bunkhouse was great for the kids. We snuggled up to a fire inside and roasted marshmallows on the fire pit outside. The best was sitting on the porch in the rockers and watching the sunset. Definitely made some good family memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonja H.

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

47th Family Reunion

This home is beautiful, Kathleen welcomed us with a cake and cookies, smores for the kids (very good). This home provides everything you need. I was a little disappointed in the back yard, not a lot of room to do games such as sack race games for the kids. But for the adults it was great, the porch is beautiful. I recommend this home. I would rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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A Great Birthday!

We spent a weekend with friends at the lake to celebrate a birthday. I let Karleen and Jon know, and they had the house set up with decorations and a birthday cake!! The house was as pictured, clean, and well stocked. The back deck was great for hanging out and we loved swimming near the dock. We had a great time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Amazing Stay!

Karleen was amazing! Her house is just wow! We were all so happy and pleased with how beautiful everything was. This vacation was very special to us it was are very first family vacation we had a total of 24 guest! And there was plenty of beds for all of us which was just amazing! She greated us with home made cookies and cake that were all so delicious. The little ones had such a blast making s’mores which she also treated us with. Her communication skills were amazing! Thank you for everything and we now have many memories in your beautiful home! - Rivera Family!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

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

My new family

Karalene and Jon were the best host ever. Easy to get a hold of if we had any questions. I feel like I found my lost family. The house was clean she left lots of treats which were fantastic. I barely got any because they were so good. Need that recipe for the cookies...lol. I highly and I mean highly recommend anyone to stay at their place. We made so many memories. The swimming area was great. The fishing contest was fun. The girls killed it. The one thing I am most excited about was finding my new family that I will have forever. We are already talking about next time we go. Please do not hesitant to stay at Annette Harbor!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Wonderful

I was extremely pleased with the home. We (family) decided four years ago to keep our small family yearly vacation local. All of our stays have been awesome. This property was one of the best
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karleen and Jon Henry

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For several years our mother Annette, "Granny" to most, rented us property on Cedar Creek Lake for family vacations. We made many wonderful memories on the lake. We lost her in 2019 after a long illness. We vowed to keep her memory alive and to continue to make more family memories in her honor. So we purchased this property to enjoy for ourselves and to share with you. The home is full of many family heirlooms that mean a lot to us. We want to share those with you but please keep them intact in the home. We would be devastated to lose any of them. Every room has a little reminder of her beauty and sweet personality. She was a phenomenal mother, "Granny" , co-worker and friend. She loved her family, friends and her God. She is looking down on us, very pleased we are keeping this tradition going and hopefully helping you to start your own traditions year after year at this exquisite property.

Why they chose this property

This property is located on spectacular open water. The views and the sunsets are breathtaking! It is absolutely the most convenient location on the lake. Just off the main bridge and three boat docks down from Big Chief Boat dock, accessibility is tremendous. You are literally minutes from the bait shop, multiple restaurants and bars, Walmart, Lowes, and any other shopping you might need. The home is also just 25 minutes from the world renown Canton Trade Days. Make a weekend of shopping while lounging at this beautiful property.

What makes this property unique

This home easily accommodates 20+, but with blow ups and sleeping bags, could accommodate more. One Master Suite downstairs with a King and Queen bed and 3 large bedrooms upstairs, a sleeper sofa and futon in the living area, a family room with two queen beds and two full beds, there is room for all. The open concept living and dining room make it great for family entertaining. The covered patio has a tables for 12. However, if the weather is right and you want a picnic outdoors, you will find a folding table and 8 additional chairs to use for your enjoyment. You can feed 24 on patio! Relax on 4 oversized rockers as you watch your fishing pole or smell deliciousness coming from the grill. The boat dock will accommodate your ski, fishing or pontoon boat and two jet skis. The party deck is great for sunbathing and watching the amazing sunsets or the stars. There is an area to fish from as well. At night, your pathway is illuminated by solar lighting. If you want to party until dawn, the patio can be fully lit with patio lighting.
There are some lifejackets available for use. We HIGHLY recommend you bring your own for a proper fit. Children under 12 MUST be in a life jacket anytime they leave the gated backyard area to the water. The water is 10 feet or more deep and only strong swimmers should enter the water without a life jacket. There is a nice 4' set of stairs leading into and out of the water for your safety.

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