Canton is home to this guesthouse. Old Mill Marketplace and First Monday Trade Days are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Purtis Creek State Park and Van Memorial Stadium. Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark and The Maze are also worth visiting.
Welcome!We love hospitality and are excited to host you at ElKen Retreat in the small, quaint East TX town of Canton!You'll be treated to personalized touches throughout your stay and are sure to walk away with a happy heart because of your experience!
ElKen Retreat (suite 5) is a pool house that is a separate space behind our home (combined with a garage). The double doors open to the pool and waterfall for a nice treat :). We also offer 3 suites listed that are behind our home., as well as suite 4, which is a private room attached to our house. You will be treated to 2 wonderful Twin beds, and also have a Serta mattress on a comfy rolling bed that can be brought into the foyer area (added fee for more than 2 guests).
Jason is a Licensed Massage Therapist with his office on our property. Book your spa package during your stay! ($100/hour Added fee- pay after services; not available on Sundays)
Depending on the day and schedules, breakfast options include omelettes (made to order🎉) or egg casserole, homemade biscuits, bacon, gravy(normally served on Saturdays); french toast & sausage (normally served on Sundays); or muffins (normally served on weekdays). We serve breakfast in our dining room or on the back covered porch/pool deck area. If your stay is more than 3 days, we’ll chat about breakfast options on days 4+. We communicate before or during your stay to accommodate our guests as much as possible!
Pool and hot tub are just around the corner from your private room 😊 Hot tub is closed during the summer. Pool may also be seasonal. Hot tub is under a covered porch. Hot tub is for guests 18 and older only.
We do have a sweet dog- Sadie, our schnauzer and 2 cutie goldendoodle puppies, Hazel and Blair- who may greet you and “talk” occasionally..we quiet them as quickly as we can!!
When you arrive, you'll park on concrete or asphalt, walk through a lovely gate and enter into your own private retreat. Walk around the pool to your room. If weather permits, you can enjoy the pool and hot tub, along with a very large covered back porch with tables and chairs.
More about ElKen Retreat.... Suite 4 was started as a rental in October of 2018...because it was going well for us and our guests;). We soon expanded to this space that shares with Jason’s office and in 2020, we completed a brand new addition to ElKen Retreat. Connected by the roof, but behind our home, we added 3 large bedrooms with 3 bathrooms (walk in showers) and a large gathering space with commercial kitchen and half bath. One bedroom has a Serta icomfort (so comfy) King bed and sofa sleeper. Two bedrooms have 4 twin beds (also comfy Serta icomfort beds with high end bedding!)... All rooms have extra space to add a roll in Serta cot for another person. Also available is our King bedroom (attached to our home; separate from this space, but on same property).
Retreat for the weekend: girls trip, Bible study, scrapbook, quilt, spa, leadership retreats, business retreats. *Retreat pricing is available that would include: *2 night minimum stay *Tell us why you are coming and we'll accommodate (pricing can vary)! Spa can include infrared sauna, massage therapy by licensed massage therapist, hot tub, facials, aromatherapy, saltwater pool. *Use of the Gathering Place - a great room with 3 large tv's, kitchen (rules apply), tables, chairs, relaxing environment, etc...we will accommodate your needs!
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Family friendly!
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Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only allowed outside the fenced area.
There may be other guests, and we live on property, so...please keep all noise levels down. Only registered ElKen guests are allowed on the property.
Checking out: please strip sheets off beds and put on floor leaving mattress covers on beds. Other bedding can stay on bed. Thx!
No lifeguard on duty. Please swim at your own risk. Pool/hot tub closes at 10:00pm. Hot tub closed during summer.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2205149vb
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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Frequently asked questions
Does GETAWAY!Suite 5@ElKen!$Massage,Breakfast,Relax,Renew have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at GETAWAY!Suite 5@ElKen!$Massage,Breakfast,Relax,Renew?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GETAWAY!Suite 5@ElKen!$Massage,Breakfast,Relax,Renew on 15 May 2026 start from AU$269, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is GETAWAY!Suite 5@ElKen!$Massage,Breakfast,Relax,Renew pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at GETAWAY!Suite 5@ElKen!$Massage,Breakfast,Relax,Renew?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at GETAWAY!Suite 5@ElKen!$Massage,Breakfast,Relax,Renew?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at GETAWAY!Suite 5@ElKen!$Massage,Breakfast,Relax,Renew?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is GETAWAY!Suite 5@ElKen!$Massage,Breakfast,Relax,Renew located?
Situated in Canton, this guesthouse is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Yesterland Farm and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Old Mill Marketplace. Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark and First Monday Trade Days are also within 6 miles (10 km).
LOVED this place! Our room was so nice and comfortable. The beds were comfy and loved the kitchenette and the living room area. It was nice to have separate spaces. The bathroom was great, only problem was that the water pressure isn't fabulous. The breakfasts were amazing!! Everyone was so friendly and we really enjoyed the hot tub!
I can not say enough! From the massages that we got as soon as we set our bags down to the absolute care and compassion of both Jason and Jennifer that is reflected in every aspect of this place! The rooms, the beds, decor, cleanliness… they have thought of everything and have such servant hearts! Breakfast was wonderful and the environment is so relaxing. We will be back for another great time!!
Stayed here for first Monday shopping. It was very comfortable with lots of special touches. Breakfast was amazing! The massage was awesome and it was great to soak in the hot tub afterwards. We will definitely be back again!
Jason and Jennifer are amazing host. Are stay at there resort was beyond are expectations, there hospitality and the friendly and caring environment made are stay unforgettable.
oh my Goodness, The Elkin Retreat was just that a wonderful treat, me and my girls had a wnderful time
Jason and Jennifer are amazing host and hostess
eveything was perfect, even the atmosphere, and thats an amazing experience..
oh yeah beds were great, food was terrific, and yes the place was very clean.
When you put your heart into something its always perfect.
thnaks for a wonderful time
Rhonda Powell..
Rhonda P.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
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