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A covered deck with a view of a lake and trees.
A red wooden cabin with a porch, surrounded by trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a microwave, a dishwasher, and a refrigerator.
A spacious living area with a sofa, a rocking chair, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen with wooden cabinets, and a ceiling fan.
A red cabin by a lake with a sign indicating 'Inner/Outer Loop' and 'Powerline' paths.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Located along the water, this 2-bedroom vacation home accommodates 6 guests and features 2 bathrooms. It offers boat access for water activities and nearby options for birdwatching, hiking, and swimming. Enjoy views of the water from the porch, deck, and patio while being close to Callender Lake and Bear Creek Branch Library.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ben Wheeler, TX
  • Place, Callender Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Palestine
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, First Monday Trade Days
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com

Lovely two-bedroom lake house overlooking the private 20-acre lake on a 300-acre ranch. Watch the sunset from the covered wrap around porch. There are various trails through pasturese, woods, around the large lake, and to a smaller lake hidden in the woods. Fish from wooden piers, paddle boats, or your own human powered watercraft. There is a pavilion, used by Boy Scouts, that may be reserved for weddings, family reunions, gatherings or church events. Ring cameras are around ranch work shed area. High speed internet provided.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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, birthday parties, weddings
See rental agreement re: additional fees
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please do not smoke in wooded areas.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Please take all trash to the dumpster near the metal workshop.
Do NOT strip beds, but please do pile towels.
Please wash dishes and sweep floors.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
see rental agreement for all details

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2256027vb
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: see rental agreement re: additional fees
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 deadlock

About the area

Edom

Located in Edom, this holiday home is near a water park and on the waterfront. Garden Valley Golf Resort and Cinemark Athens Cinema 4 are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Brownsboro City Park and Henderson County Fairgrounds. Athens Praise & Worship Center and East Texas Arboretum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Ben Wheeler, TX

What's nearby

  • Callender Lake - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Henderson County Fairgrounds - 26 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Yesterland Farm - 31 min drive - 38.3 km
  • Lake Palestine - 33 min drive - 34.9 km
  • First Monday Trade Days - 38 min drive - 44.9 km

Getting around

  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vintage Cork 917 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Forge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Los Pinoes - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Moore's Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Red Bird Kitchen - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com on 16 June 2027 start from AU$614, 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 Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Callender Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Bear Creek Branch Library and Murchison City Hall. Roberson Lake is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, will most certainly go again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lake view was peaceful and the house was perfect for our family!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and peaceful. The host was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay! Spent time on the porch relaxing, hiked a couple of the trails on the property, and used the pedal boat to explore the lake. Loved the peace and quiet of the ranch! We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Beautiful stay, clean accommodations, Steve (property manager) was very accommodating and communicative. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super cute cabin!

Cabin and location were perfect. There were little extra touches that made us feel special. Highly recommended and will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
Thank you so much for choosing us and taking great care of the cabin and property. Please come again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Quiet and peaceful! Great for nature walks
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Arc Ridge Ranch was exactly what our family needed. It was such a comfortable and relaxing getaway, and we truly enjoyed every moment. The fishing was incredible—we caught so many fish we lost count, including an amazing 7 lb bass!After a tough few months, this trip was such a blessing for our family of five. It gave us the chance to slow down, reconnect, and just enjoy being together. Arc Ridge Ranch truly feels like a little piece of heaven on earth.We are so grateful you shared your beautiful place with us, and we will definitely be returning!
Walking the trails! Very easy for all ages!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Canton shopping

Quiet with a beautiful scenery. Cabin was so nice and cozy. We slept well and had enough space.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway spot

Met all my expectations. Nice comfortable lake front cabin with hiking trails nearby. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Mothers day trip

Very nice and quiet. Beds very comfy. Would stay again. LR furniture needs to be deep cleaned or replaced.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Batteries recharged!

Outstanding accommodations and the property is amazing! The hosts couldn’t have been more friendly and accommodating. I can already tell this will be a regular stay for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words, loved having y'all and hope to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

OUTDOORS

EXCELLENT OUTDOOR TRIP
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing

Nice place easy to find with some good fishing and hiking trails
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful overall 👍😁❤️

Everything we were looking for... very quiet and relaxing. My husband and my sister woke up every fishing. The paddle boats was enough added plus to the stay. The property managers was so wonderful so friendly. We will be back enjoyed every moment of it lovely place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd time at ARC ridge ranch. Its rustic but not in a bad way. Cel service minimal, but heck its a vacation. Wifi excellent once us non techys figured it out with manager help. Garrett, manager is super quick to reply to questions. Definitely will go there again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

evacuation destination

We booked this property in order to safely evacuate from Hurricane Ida with our family and pet. The host has been so wonderful and understanding during this difficult time. The kids and men loved fishing on the lake in the paddle boats. Great quiet place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Quiet Getaway, Simple

This place was very out-of-the-way. It was quiet and peaceful with a great view. Unfortunately it needed some updating (broken dishwasher, wifi went in and out, one of the stove burners didn't work).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise by the pond

If you’re headed to East Texas or you just need a great place to say owned by some really great people. Don’t look any further just book a place here my boy and I fished all day one day barbecued for Friends that evening. The owners are awesome and they’re on site, the cabin was clean and beautiful. This is exactly what we needed. It’s way out there, but it’s quiet and nice and exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serenity Defined

Adorable 2/2 cabin with wraparound porch on private pond was perfect for our escape from reality. Onsite owners quick to respond to any issue. Watching the geese on the pond & the longhorn calves frolic next door provided entertainment during long hours of conversation on the porch. Perfect. We WILL be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun

Had a fun time. Living room furniture had some stains and wear. Sofa bed was not suitable for sleep. Very uncomfortable. Keurig or similar would be nice for use
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication

Enjoyed our stay

We enjoyed our trip to first Monday Trade Days. The cabin was adequate but needs some repairs. The dishwasher wasn’t working & water poured out around the sink facet. The yard was full of ants. The beds were great. Please beware that cell service can be tricky & internet is not the best. It is a drive from Canton but we were ok with that. Overall, it was ok just not for the amount you pay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Last Minute Planned Stay....excellent experience

Due to bad weather that had gone through the Canton earlier in the day that left our rental with some clean up needed and with no power, we needed to find another place to stay. I searched VRBO for other locations close and messaged about Mermaid. I received a very quick response. The host had the cabin cleaned for us very quickly and we were able to stay there the same night. We had no idea we would wake up the next morning to such a beautiful lake view. Thanks so much for being willing and able to get the cabin ready for us quickly so we didn't miss our Girl's Trip to Canton. This would be a great place for a family or friend gathering with multiple cabins available. Thanks again, Rhonda
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointed

Location/property was beautiful and peaceful. Unfortunately the cabin was dirty. Food left in fridge and nasty, dirty dishes in cabinet, floors were dirty, bathtubs were dirty. I was very skeptical about laying in the bed after seeing everything that I requested to wash sheets, manager came out with new sheets and removed food in fridge. Other than the dirty cabin and the 2 dogs that were loose and jumping on you the whole time, the view of the lake was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is an excellent getaway and delightful. I’d visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026

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