Barndominium in the Country on 11+ Acres: resort like pool/game room/guest house
A collection of Barndominiums surrounding a resort like pool with ammentities and located on 11+ acres.
Located ~1 hour East of Dallas, between Lake Tawakoni and Lake Fork; in the heart of East Texas. As you pull up the long private gravel drive you will immediately understand the modern country tranquility that awaits you and your guests. You are not in the city anymore...and will quickly understand the uniqueness of this property as you approach the barndos.
Welcome to to your modern, country, retreat!
*Hot tub can be heated for additional fee. Please contact host for more info.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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
About the area
Point
Located in Point, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Emory Livestock Auction and Texan Theater are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Tawakoni and Sky Point Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Hunt County Fairgrounds and Splash Kingdom. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting.
Does Barndominium in the Country on 11+ Acres: resort like pool/game room/guest house have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Barndominium in the Country on 11+ Acres: resort like pool/game room/guest house 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 Barndominium in the Country on 11+ Acres: resort like pool/game room/guest house?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Barndominium in the Country on 11+ Acres: resort like pool/game room/guest house?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Barndominium in the Country on 11+ Acres: resort like pool/game room/guest house located?
Located on a lake, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Tawakoni, Sky Point Park and Ruby McKeowan Park. Emory Livestock Auction and West Tawakoni City Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Place was clean,spacious and kitchen was well equipped. The pool was an extra bonus and it was well used by entire family in the hot Texas heat. . I highly recommend this place as a family getaway. The communication between owner and myself was easy and fast.
We had a blast staying here. The layout is perfect for having a good time with friends and family. Wouldn’t hesitate to book again. We appreciate yall so much thank you again!
This was the perfect size property for my family of 15. The location was nice and serene and very relaxing. Both the main house and guest house was very beautiful and clean upon arrival. Communication with the property owner, Skip, was very prompt and informative. The pool and spa were a hit with everyone as well as the game room and pool table! Plenty of outside seating. Would most definitely book this property again!!!
Mindy F.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
6/10 Okay
Sissy F.
7 Jul, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
It is listed as having 5 bedrooma....it has two. We had 5 seperated couples...
We really loved this place, had a family Gathering and everything was great. Such a beautiful property and the area where is located at so peaceful and calm
Loved the set up of this property and the spacing. Quiet country land with a great outdoor area to enjoy it. Owner does a great job having anything you need on hand.
WOW no words can justify how beautiful and relaxing this place was , the area the scenery around location everything was great for our Labor Day vacation . We will definitely be back the host was attentive and response was on point he was in full communication with me all the time thanks to him it was awesome ..
Moses E.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
6/10 Okay
Regina H.
1 Dec, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Hedrick TG
Beautiful property. Not clean, I had to clean especially the kitchen. Could not use game room, strong odor, very noisy night due to high winds & spinners on roof. Also, had too dust furniture. Nice pool & outdoor area. Good location for us to visit family.
What a wonderful relaxing place to spend quality time with our family. Skip was quick to respond to all our inquiries and was a pleasure to work with. We had a fantastic stay and would definitely recommend to others. We will be back!
Rented this property for a group of high school graduates. It was a perfect set up. Plenty to do, space to spread out and comfortable sleeping. Plenty of
Privacy for late nights and music. I would definitely recommend. We had a great time.
This property was a cute getaway oasis for my friends and I to enjoy some much needed relaxation before the school year began. The response from the owner was quick and they were extremely friendly and accommodating. Would book again and definitely recommend!!!
We were looking for a great place to enjoy visiting with our family--we wanted a central location in East Texas. This was perfect! The houses/property were exactly as billed and very clean. Skip was easy to communicate with and always got right back to us on check-in instructions, pool instructions, etc.
No complaints at all! We would definitely stay here again.
Johnny
This property is amazing! I through my boyfriend a 40th bday celebration family and his friends were so amazed and fascinated with the beautiful pool and spa area, and the feel on being at a resort but nope we are in Texas at Whatabarndo!! I would recommend everyone stay here. Skip is really awesome and communicates so well. My boyfriend said this was the best birthday ever!! 🥰🥰🥰 Book it now!!!
Skip was very responsive and accommodating for our stay. The barn was clean and tidy upon arrival. We had a great time playing in the large field behind the barn - plenty of space to throw the football and frisbees. I would definitely stay here again. One note: You're in the country... bring bug spray! :) Thankfully we had spray so we could enjoy being outside around dusk. Thanks Skip!
The houses were beautifully decorated, both kids and adults loved the spaces. Amazing showers, comfortable beds, lots of space. It was very clean. They had welcome baskets (even a welcome treat for the dog) and thought of all the extras (board games, outside games, firewood, smores roasters, dog bowls, laundry soap, dish soap, coffee, tea, soap, shampoo, etc). Property is large. We had a few issues with pool heat (but owner communicated well when issues came up).
Our recent stay at the Barndominium was absolutely fantastic. Skip's exceptional service and communication throughout the booking process and during our stay ensured that our extended family get-together over a long weekend was perfect.
The Barndominium created an ideal setting for relaxation and quality family time. The well-maintained pool offered refreshing relief from the Texas heat and the game room with a pool table provided endless entertainment for all. The separate houses on the property allowed each family member to have their own space while fostering togetherness.
We were impressed by Skip's attentiveness and dedication to ensuring a seamless experience, making us feel valued and well taken care of. We would not think twice about staying here again.
Skip and his property are both incredible! Whatabarndo was perfect for us. We booked last minute as a last minute change to better accommodate our family for the weekend. My wife and I we're married on Saturday April 1st in Emory. Skip walked me through everything and made it all happen with ease.
Property is clean and quiet, we all had plenty to do between the games and the pool. The property is definitely a one of a kind and is worth a few nights or as long as you'd like stay. You will not be disappointed either way.
We had the pleasure of booking a getaway to the country for a large group of 12 adults (late 20s & 30a) and 2 kiddos. There was plenty of space for 6 couples and the little ones to sleep, sit, and relax. We spent the majority of our stay poolside, but spent late evenings playing games and hanging out indoors. Having the separation of space for the main home and guest house worked out perfect so that we had an additional space to not worry about noise and waking up the kids. All amenities were put to use from the outdoor grill, to kitchen + cookware, games, pool table etc. Towels, and toiletries were a relief to our group as well!
Beds were comfortable and the home stayed cool! (even during triple digit heat wave)
Skip really thought of everything for the perfect weekend getaway. He provided easy to follow instructions and was also quick to respond for any questions that we had. We will most definitely be planning future stays at Whatabarndo!
My family of five and I stayed for 3 nights for a family getaway. When we first arrived, it was exactly as described. Beautiful and quiet! The place is so serene and out of the city. We swam in the pool, enjoyed the scenery, played life size connect 4, the old school Atari and pool table was a big hit with the husband!! We cooked meals in the kitchen and grilled steaks on the flattop grill and even enjoyed time on the back porch listening to the rain when a storm came through on our last night. The kitchen was stocked with all the accessories and utensils we needed. The double faucet kitchen sink with drying racks is perfect for cooking, washing and drying. The nearest grocery store is only 8 miles, so a quick trip for groceries and we had all we needed. The decor gives a perfect Texas country feel. Smart TVs in every room for evening shows and the tv on the back porch with morning coffee was relaxing. Complimentary bathroom toiletries, laundry supplies and the kitchen is stocked with complimentary soap, dishwash detergent, trash bags, coffee supplies and even pancakes with syrup that we enjoyed on our first morning! Our host, Skip, was amazing at communication with me and so friendly. We HIGHLY recommend Whatabarndo for a peaceful vacation and hopefully we will be back soon to enjoy it again!
Dochea D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Skip
We are a loving family from Dallas with 2 kids. We enjoy getting away when we can and love our family and vacation time. When not at home in Dallas, you can find us here enjoying Whatabarndo in East Texas or Whatabeach House in Port Aransas.
We are truly blessed and take great joy when other families can get away and relax at one of our 2 properties. Faith, Family & Friends. Enjoy!
Why they chose this property
The country life with a modern twist made us fall in love with this property. The 11+ acres gives you plenty of room to roam around while enjoying the multiple buildings and outdoor amenities. Close proximity to 2 large lakes, Canton for shopping and quick drive from Dallas makes it the perfect family getaway.