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Ivanhoe is with out a doubt one of the best kept secrets in East Texas.

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A wooden sign with the text "THE COTTAGE ON SHALIN CIRCLE".
A well-maintained grassy area with a wooden deck, a gazebo, and a bird bath.
A tranquil lakeside setting with a small dock, a covered structure, and lush greenery.
A lakeside dock with a covered pavilion and a boat.
A small wooden building with a door, adjacent to a wooden deck and a body of water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Woodville, TX
  • Place, Lake Charmaine
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Naskila Gaming
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Alabama-Coushatta Tribe Cultural Center
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bunk house

1 Single Bunk Bed

The retreat

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Ivanhoe is with out a doubt one of the best kept secrets in East Texas.

Ivanhoe is located just two hours north of Houston Intercontinental Airport in the rolling hills of Tyler county .
“The Cottage on Shalin Circle” is on a relaxing private lake it features an floor plan with two comfortable queen size bedrooms. Private deck with beautiful water view. Separate private sun deck overlooking the lake and a free standing pergola with fire pit .

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2416035vb
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 (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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 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

Woodville

Located in Woodville, this holiday home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Lake Charmaine and Martin Dies, Jr. State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Wildwood Driving Range.
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Woodville, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Charmaine - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • First Baptist Church - 17 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Allan Shivers Library and Museum - 17 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Naskila Gaming - 39 min drive - 48.4 km
  • Alabama-Coushatta Tribe Cultural Center - 40 min drive - 48.8 km

Getting around

  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Senor Toro's Mexican Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bar-B-Q Pit - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hancock’s Bbq - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La enchilada - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Senor Toro - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ivanhoe is with out a doubt one of the best kept secrets in East Texas. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ivanhoe is with out a doubt one of the best kept secrets in East Texas. ?

As of 14 Jul, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ivanhoe is with out a doubt one of the best kept secrets in East Texas. on 24 Jul, 2026 start from S$1,230, 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 Ivanhoe is with out a doubt one of the best kept secrets in East Texas. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ivanhoe is with out a doubt one of the best kept secrets in East Texas. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ivanhoe is with out a doubt one of the best kept secrets in East Texas. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ivanhoe is with out a doubt one of the best kept secrets in East Texas. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Charmaine and within 12 miles (20 km) of First Baptist Church and Allan Shivers Library and Museum. Wildwood Driving Range and Martin Dies, Jr. State Park are also within 25 miles (40 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. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It’s been great, and the perfect place for our wedding weekend. We appreciate the host, and the place was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod R.

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

Relaxing and Enjoyable Weekend

We had a great time on our stay. Very relaxing weekend enjoying the lake and beautiful scenery. Looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod R.

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

2nd Stay- Great Weekend with Family and Friends

We enjoyed the deck at the house and dock on the water. We all enjoyed the lake. A very restful and peaceful place to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess W.

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

Great host and place!

Beautiful property and home. Excellent host! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherie M.

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

Peaceful cottage!

The cottage on Shalin Circle was charming, and the hosts were incredibly helpful and responsive. Great lake get-away!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family time

Beautiful home to stay and enjoy your time with the family I would love to stay at this beautiful home again and enjoy the sun by the lake again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2023
It is families like yours that making hosting worth the effort.you are welcome back any time ll
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wanda S.

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

Wedding party

Wonderful stay, wonderful accommodations! Beautiful property and owner is so friendly and thoughtful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Françoise G.

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

Most enjoyable third stay at the Cottage

This was our third stay at the Cottage. As in the past, we were able to enjoy Ken's comfortable home, its great location on the lake and the peaceful surroundings.We would love to come back yet again some other time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne J.

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

Idyllic

Beautiful location. Quiet neighborhood. The accommodations were very comfortable. The host was friendly and eager to please. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn F.

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

View is great.

House is cute though small.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann A.

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

Yellow Lake House

The cabin was clean and spacious. We had a great view of the lake. Great for the grandkids. They stayed in the bunk room . Enjoyed sitting on the deck in the morning drinking coffee .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by KenAustin

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