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Family and Pet friendly- Shirley Creek lake house at Sam Rayburn!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Covered area for parking and the fire pit in the back ground.
Outdoor screened in porch perfect for dining, coffee or playing cards!
Pano view of side yard
Back porch that feels like you’re in a tree house over looking the creek bed.
Great space over looking the creek.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 King Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Family and Pet friendly- Shirley Creek lake house at Sam Rayburn!

ENJOY all the comforts of home while staying close to the lake! Plenty of seating to dine and for board games. WIFI available along with 3 ROKU TV's. Bedding for 8. Full kitchen. Washer and dryer with a full sized refrigerator, and A/C and heat. Covered, screened porches for days!! 3/4 mile from the lake and easy access Shirley Creek Marina at the North end of the lake. Very peaceful place where you can enjoy the birds, squirrels, fishing, deer and fenced yard.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Parents are completely responsible for accidents.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs must have current shots and be house trained
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
We are not responsible for accidents. By renting, you're in agreement that you're responsible for any/all guests. No loud parties - No loud music
Please do not allow dogs on the furniture. Dogs must have current shots and be completely house trained. Paper trained dogs are not allowed.
CLAIM YOUR DOGS UPON RENTING. Dogs do not stay for free. There will be a charge on your insurance if they're not claimed and payable by you.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
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
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

Etoile

Located in Etoile, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Texas Forestry Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sam Rayburn Reservoir and Angelina National Forest. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Etoile, TX

Getting around

  • Nacogdoches, TX (OCH-A L Mangham Jr. Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Back Roads BBQ - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Eagle's Nest - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bubba's 103 Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Etoile Diner - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪B J's Country Store - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family and Pet friendly- Shirley Creek lake house at Sam Rayburn! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Family and Pet friendly- Shirley Creek lake house at Sam Rayburn!?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family and Pet friendly- Shirley Creek lake house at Sam Rayburn! on 15 Jan 2026 start from AU$150, 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 Family and Pet friendly- Shirley Creek lake house at Sam Rayburn!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family and Pet friendly- Shirley Creek lake house at Sam Rayburn!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family and Pet friendly- Shirley Creek lake house at Sam Rayburn!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family and Pet friendly- Shirley Creek lake house at Sam Rayburn! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Sam Rayburn Reservoir and within 25 miles (40 km) of Texas Forestry Museum and Museum of East Texas. Pines Theater and Ellen Trout Zoo 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. 28 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Mattison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place and we enjoyed the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alysia H.

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

Great stay

Enjoyed the stay! Definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Awesome Location and Property

I was fortunate to arrive while the property owners were still there!They were great host and did everything to make our stay wonderful Thanks Kelly and Greg
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian A.

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

Great places

Super relaxing place to stay and very clean and easy access to the lake recommend this place and the people that offer this property are super kind and nice
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2023
Thank you for the fantastic review! We're looking forward to your next stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey D.

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

Great Stay!

Kelly was a phenomenal host. House was perfect for our little 4th of July getaway. We will definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

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

Relaxing Stay in Etoile

We had an absolutely great stay at this property. It was super comfortable and owners were extremely helpful and nice. We highly recommend this property and hope to return in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy C.

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

Great spot, very relaxing!!!

Greg and Kelly were great, the cabin was awesome too. Very relaxing, we loved the screened in porches and it’s very close to the lake. We will definitely be staying with them again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2023
Y'all are amazing guest! Thank you so much for the fabulous review! We're looking forward to having y'all stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Nice place to stay.

Everything was as advertised. Place was clean and the owners are super nice. Close to a boat ramp.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2023
Hey Matt, we hope y'all will be back. You're amazing guest! Thank you for the great review. We're looking forward to your next stay! Kelly
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chester E.

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

Exactly as advertised

Beautiful place. Clean and comfortable. My family and enjoyed our little vacation here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2023
Thank you so much and we look forward to your next stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

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

Best of times with friends!

Our 2nd time there. We enjoyed the house and the many amenities that make it so comfortable again, and being able to bring my puppies is a blessing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

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

Great Place near the Lake

Very clean and homey feeling. It was in a quiet neighborhood with wildlife and just a short distance to the lake. Had everything you would need to stay in and enjoy hanging with your family or head out and go fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Fishing trip

Great place to stay, easy access to Sam Rayburn. Very comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Thanks Scott, we do hope you'll come back! It was great having you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

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

Relaxing vacay

Everything was great. Don’t need to bring anything except food. They have everything needed. Was nice and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody H.

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

Awesome weekend getaway

Our stay was great just minutes from the boat ramp and not far from lufkin. We spent the weekend and fished Sam Rayburn the camp was great nice fenced in back yard with a huge screened in patio and a second patio overlooking the woods. We also seen a few deer roaming the neighborhood. I highly recommend and would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2021
We sure enjoyed having y'all. We are looking forward to your next stay with us! Thanks again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

Great Getaway!!!

Property was great and perfect for a getaway! It was clean and the owners were awesome! They thought of everything and even left us goodies in the fridge since it was our anniversary! Very quick to respond and everything is ready to go when you get there! We will definitely be back!👍😁
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2023
We are so glad y’all had a great stay!! Thank you for the marvelous review! We cannot wait for y’all to be back!! Happy anniversary!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Fishing on Sam Rayburn

Very nice place like being at home. Excellent amenities small covered area to park a boat or car. Located about a half a mile away from the boat ramp. Property owners super nice, overall great stay would recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2021
Thank you, James!! We loved having y'all! We hope to see y'all again very soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Place to relax

We went for some time to relax. Home very accommodating for relaxation very comfortable. Perfect place for our furgirls to relax with us. Away from the hustle and bustle. We would love to return when we need to recharge. Kelly was very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gayle G.

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

Fishing Trip

House was clean and comfortable. Very convenient to the boat launch and sufficient parking for our truck and boat. Enjoyed the outdoor space and our dog enjoyed seeing the horses next door from the big yard. Quiet neighborhood. Enjoyed our relaxing fishing trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2022
Thanks for the great Review! Hope to have y'all stay again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Tom B.

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

Quiet!

Easy!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2022
Thank you for the great review! We hope y’all will be back again. Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marissa N.

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

Just what we needed!

There’s not many properties that allow pets, have a large fenced yard, multiple screened porches, thoughtful decor, comfy beds, nice shower, stocked fridge, and 3 minutes from a lake. Oh, and the host was extremely friendly, accommodating and funny. It was the perfect fit, and we will be back!!! Thank you Kelly and Greg!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2021
AWWW SHUCKS! :) We were so happy to have y'all. Looking forward to your next visit! Thank you for the review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tommy H.

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

Sam Rayburn stay

We went over to fish the McDonald tournament and were looking for a place on the North end of the Lake. found a couple places to rent but after looking at reviews felt like this cabin would suit our needs. The house was as described, probably a little over a mile to the Shirley Creek Marina which is just a handful of boat ramps accessible due to low water. The house was very clean and had any necessity's that was needed. The wifi was great allowing access with computer. I've stayed at several rentals and this VRBO was in my opinion 10/10 and will defiantly book again. Miss Kelly and Mr Greg were easy to get a hold of and quick with any question or request we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Shirley Creek

The house was very nice and ckean with plebty of room and had all the accessories and things we needed for our stay. Check in process was easy. The only issues we had were unleashed neighbors dogs and their barking at our dogs House was a bit farther from the lake access than i thoufht it would be but we stayed over Memorial Day Weekend and the access was extremely crowded. Overall the property was nice and quiet as long as the neighbors dogs werent barking. We would definitely book this property again if we decide to visit Big Sam in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2023
Thank you for a great review. We're looking forward to your next stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KENDRA S.

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

Can’t wait to stay here again!

If you’re looking for a place with all the amenities of home and a quiet relaxing atmosphere where you can take in the nature around you, look no further. The Shirley Creek Lake House is the place!! This is no empty shell vacation rental. All you need to bring is food to cook (unless you prefer to eat out), your clothes and personal hygiene items. I normally need a vacation after my vacation because I don’t usually sleep well in a strange place and from the amount of unpacking and laundry I have to do when I return home but that was not the case this time. Kelly and Greg offer a place to relax, unwind and renew while reconnecting with nature, family and/or friends. Get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life at Shirley Creek Lake House. You won’t regret it. Read on for a list of things I felt I needed to mention to complete this review. 1) More like a home than a rental property, 2) The hospitality Kelly and Greg extend through accommodations and communication surpass all expectations, 3) Everything is clean, 4) Even the smallest of details are attended to, 5) Completely stocked with everything you could possibly ask for, 6) Unbelievably comfortable beds with plenty of options for pillows, 7) Full size electric stove w/oven, microwave, refrigerator, washer, and dryer, 8) Cleaning supplies, kitchenwares, and towels, 9) WiFi with boosters, 10) Roku TV, 11) Significant amount of water pressure for washing dishes, showers, and doing laundry, 12) plentiful supply of hot water, 13) Tub/Shower with removable handheld shower head with multiple settings and long hose, 14) Keurig Machine with Pods for Caffeinated or Decaf coffee and pod to use your own coffee grinds and condiments, 15) Plenty of hanging space for clothes in laundry room, 16) 3 stand fans, 17) Popcorn machine with popcorn and condiments, 18) DVD Player with selection of DVD’s, 19) Games for adults and children, 20) Toys and books for children, 21) plenty of screened in porch areas to enjoy Just make sure the first thing you do when you get inside is plug in and log into the complimentary WiFi. Cellular signal at this property is nonexistent but this is not a problem since you can communicate using WiFi for I messaging and other forms of WiFi calling/communication/Apps. Social Messaging Apps are probably the preferred method of communication for anyone that can’t unplug anyway. So it’s really not a problem. I was able to communicate through Snap Chat with no problem.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
We thank y’all so much for the wonderful review. We are so glad y’all chose our place to spend your spring break and so happy you got some peace and rest. Looking forward to y’all coming again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Very Nice Stay

Very nice as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lester M.

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

Great Home

We had an absolutely great time. The house was beautiful. We did spend a considerable amount of time on the water; however, the beds were a lot more comfortable than a boat seat to nap on. Will recommend it to other relatives and friends if anyone is looking. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2022
Thank you so much for your review. We hope you will be back again! We are so happy you had a great stay! Kelly

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