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Reel Life Rentals - The Crappie House Getaway- Lake Palo Pinto , TX

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Downstairs Private Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Alcove Sleeping Space

1 Single Bed

Upstairs Private Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Reel Life Rentals - The Crappie House Getaway- Lake Palo Pinto , TX


Welcome to The Crappie House! Locally loved for its awesome crappie fishing, this cozy lakefront home sits right on the water at the quiet north end of beautiful Lake Palo Pinto.

You’ll be just steps from the lake — or walk right onto your private dock and boathouse, where you can cast a line, relax with a drink, or launch one of the two kayaks provided. This spot is known for some of the best deep-water crappie fishing on the lake, tucked into a peaceful, protected no-wake cove that’s perfect for paddling or floating the day away.

⚠️ Heads up: Please don’t dive off the dock — there could be stumps underwater!

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🏡 The Space
• 2 Private Bedrooms
• Downstairs: Queen bedroom + full bath
• Upstairs: Queen bedroom + full bath
• Upstairs alcove: Twin bed (walk-through to second bedroom)

Plenty of room to spread out inside, and outside you’ve got a half-acre lot with tons of parking space. There’s also a security camera at the entrance for peace of mind.

And the sunsets? Absolutely gorgeous. Kick back with a cold drink on the dock and take in those classic lake views — it’s the perfect way to end the day.

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🌿 A Note About the House

Because some of the wood used in the foundation and trim was treated with creosote, there’s a slight creosote smell inside. It’s not strong, but out of caution, we don’t recommend the home for guests with asthma or respiratory sensitivities.

To keep the air fresh and clean, we’ve added:
• HEPA-rated filters on the A/C
• A NuWave Smart Air Purifier with a top-of-the-line 5-filter system that removes pet dander, odors, fumes, mold, bacteria, and viruses.

You can breathe easy knowing we’ve got great air quality covered.

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📍 Location

Lake Palo Pinto is a hidden gem — 2,399 acres of quiet water fun just 15 miles from Mineral Wells and about 79 miles from Fort Worth.

Need minnows or bait? Head over to:
Palo Pinto RV Park & Marina
📍 1921 FM 3137, Palo Pinto, TX 76484
📞 (940) 769-2336

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Whether you’re here to fish, kayak, unwind, or just soak up the sunset, The Crappie House is your laid-back lakeside home away from home. Bring your fishing gear, kick back, and make some memories on Lake Palo Pinto!

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2847782vb
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 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

About the area

Palo Pinto

Located in Palo Pinto, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The Baker Hotel and Spa and Crazy Water Company are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Crazy Water Bath House & Spa and The Cliffs Golf Course. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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What's nearby

  • Crazy Water Bath House & Spa - 35 min drive - 41.9 km
  • The Baker Hotel and Spa - 35 min drive - 41.9 km
  • Lake Mineral Wells State Park - 40 min drive - 48.5 km
  • Possum Kingdom Lake - 42 min drive - 62.7 km
  • The Cliffs Golf Course - 43 min drive - 62.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Lone Camp Depot - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sweet One Bakery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪the smokin postman - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cesso Dell'hard Rock - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Cafe - ‬34 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Reel Life Rentals - The Crappie House Getaway- Lake Palo Pinto , TX pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Reel Life Rentals - The Crappie House Getaway- Lake Palo Pinto , TX?

As of 15 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Reel Life Rentals - The Crappie House Getaway- Lake Palo Pinto , TX on 6 July 2026 start from AU$229, 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 Reel Life Rentals - The Crappie House Getaway- Lake Palo Pinto , TX?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Reel Life Rentals - The Crappie House Getaway- Lake Palo Pinto , TX?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Reel Life Rentals - The Crappie House Getaway- Lake Palo Pinto , TX?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Reel Life Rentals - The Crappie House Getaway- Lake Palo Pinto , TX located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 25 miles (40 km) of Christ the King Covenant, Mineral Wells Fossil Park and West City Park. The Baker Hotel and Spa and Crazy Water Bath House & Spa are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pratik P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second stay same place because was so good the first time!Host is super great and responsive FUN!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2026
Really enjoyed hosting this guest! Communication was good. Followed the house rules and left the place clean! Welcome back and come again! The Crappie House Reel Life Rentals
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed staying here! Plenty of room, dock is a good place to fish. Hope to go back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr 2026
What a great guest to host! So easy to communicate with, and left the place clean and tidy. Would recommend to any other host, and would welcome back to our property any time. Reel Life Rentals
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pratik P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super fun place clean and nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2026
So glad you enjoyed The Crappie House, come again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
They had everything you needed on the property! Great place for a lake trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2026
Thank you for staying with us—we truly appreciate it and hope to host you again soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and cozy. We caught lots of crappie and had a good time. We will be back with our grandkids!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2026
Thank you for your kind words and your review! Really nice guest. Kept the property clean after check-out. Would recommend this guest to any host. If back in town, you’re more than welcome to stay with us again. Reel Life Rentals
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing pet friendly rental. Great location with access to the lake. Property was clean and has all the amenities you could need. Will definitely try and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2026
Thanks so much for your kind words. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and would welcome you back anytime!
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10/10 Excellent

michael m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for my son and me. Great location on the lake. Fishing was good off the dock.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan 2026
Thanks for coming, Glad the fishing was great!
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10/10 Excellent

Gaëlle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most wonderful stay. The property was absolutely perfect for our family. The fishing was fantastic, and we spent hours kayaking with the grandchildren, memories we will treasure. The house itself is so unique and cozy, with thoughtful touches everywhere. It felt welcoming from the moment we arrived. Everyone we interacted with was kind and helpful, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2026
Thanks so much! Glad you had a great time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, great fishing, very clean .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2025
Thanks so much for visiting our lake house, glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy J.

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

Great Stay

We have stayed here twice, both time perfect vacation. Love the crappie house, perfect time!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2025
Glad you enjoyed our lake home. Come back again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Scotty M.

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

Great place to stay and enjoy the lake.

Only draw back is if you bring a boat there is no place to get it to house because of oak trees. Have to park it at top in front of property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2025
Sorry you missed the second driveway that pulls straight into the extra parking spot. And there is plenty of parking outside the gate. Thanks for staying at our lake house and come back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

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

Great stay

This is a great location on the water. It was clean and had all the amenities we needed for a quick trip. I would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2023
We are glad you enjoyed our home. Come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

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

Lake house

The house was perfect! Right on the lake and fishing access was awesome! Would definitely stay again. Check in was super easy and house had everything we needed to enjoy a nice few days on the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda H.

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

Nice Christmas getaway

Enjoyed the beautiful property. Nicely decorated for Christmas, gave us the holiday feels! Beds were very comfortable, place was very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec 2022
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jackie h.

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

They caught fish!

Very clean , cute house with a pretty view looking at lake or back at shoreline. Several “fishermen” in our group and they caught quite few fish and at least a dozen keepers! Mostly catfish and one big stripper.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2025
Thanks so much!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob B.

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

Very fun!

It was a great get away for my wife and I. We enjoyed the provided kayaks and the quiet evenings very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at our lake house. You are welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

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

Great place to stay

We had a wonderful time. Caught catfish, perch and cripple from dock. Big enough for our crew of 5.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2024
Thanks for visiting our lake house. Glad the fishing was good! Come back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh or Melanie E.

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

Great Place! Great location

This place is amazing! You can swim and fish all day and the AC keeps up with the 104 degree heat! We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2022
We are so glad you enjoyed our home. Come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin M.

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

Nice weekend away

The crappie house was great. It was very nice to just walk down and jump in the boat and go.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2022
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

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

Weekend Getaway

A nice property that was very clean and well stocked on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2022
Thanks for visiting our home, you are welcome back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

Away

Peaceful and secluded
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony K.

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

Great Place

The house was clean and fishing was good. Had a boat dock for my jet skis. Couldn’t have asked for anything else. Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay, come back anytime you can!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky O.

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

We absolutely had a beautiful stay! We made so many family memories!

Renting was a piece of cake! The home was everything they said it was and more! We didn’t bring our boat; but the boat house was perfect for our fishing Kayaks! We will be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2022
So glad you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H.

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

Get away

Spent a relaxing weekend on the lake with my family. Fishing , swimming and just enjoying great company
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
So glad you enjoyed it! Welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara I.

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

Great vacation again

This was our 2nd stay at this great lakehouse. We had so much fun the kids were able to jump in the water and swim off the dock with no boats flying by. It was Memorial day weekend and the lake was so peaceful!! We will definitely book another stay here. We also caught some nice fish and had a fish fry our final nigjt! We love this property!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

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