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Recently updated with great reviews!

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Karnack, TX
  • Place, Caddo Lake State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Clear Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shreveport, LA (SHV-Shreveport Regional)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1 Red Room

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2- Rock Room

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 Bird Room

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 Bunkroom

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Recently updated with great reviews!

Enjoy the beauty of Big Cypress Bayou on Caddo Lake surrounded by Spanish moss draped cypress trees. Conveniently located right off of the river by the Hwy 43 boat ramp. 2 person canoe and 3 kayaks available for use.

Recently updated cozy and comfortable 4 bed/2 bath house walking distance to boat ramp which provides easy access for all boating fun. Lots of room for gathering in the living room or the large kitchen table. Extensive updates includes renovated kitchen with stainless appliances, internal and external lighting and paint, new grill and smokeless solo firepit. Caddo has lots of great fishing holes along the river and across the lake. Slough access to river in rear of house. Perfect for fishermen, water sports enthusiasts and friend group getaways!

With it's warm and welcoming atmosphere and beautiful natural surroundings its the perfect place to unwind, reconnect with friends or loved ones and create great memories no matter the occasion. Enjoy your morning coffee on one of the porches then later an evening barbecue with your family and friends. Spend time relaxing on the porches or by the fire pit.

5 minutes from Caddo State Park and the Caddo Wildlife Refuge, 10 minutes from historical Jefferson, 20 minutes from Marshall and 40 minutes from Shreveport, LA casinos!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Ensure life vest on anytime outside for children.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Please contact us prior for approval. Thank you.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Put all used bedding and towels in center bathroom.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3795166vb
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

About the area

Karnack

Karnack is home to this holiday home. The Atalanta - Jay Gould Railroad Car and Museum of Measurement and Time are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Singleton’s Virginia Cross Home and The Grove. Martha Josey Ranch and Old Mill Antiques are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Karnack, TX

What's nearby

  • Caddo Lake State Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Clear Lake - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Martha Josey Ranch - 16 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Old Mill Antiques - 19 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • Marshall Depot - 24 min drive
  • Shreveport, LA (SHV-Shreveport Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Pines Lodge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shady Glade Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lighthouse Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Yall’s Place - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Mule Pizza - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Recently updated with great reviews! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Recently updated with great reviews!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Recently updated with great reviews!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Recently updated with great reviews!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Recently updated with great reviews! located?

Situated in Karnack, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Caddo Lake State Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge and Caddo Lake State Park and Wildlife Management Area. Rag Island and Martha Josey Ranch are also within 12 miles (20 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. 16 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerri Ann E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!!! Beautiful home.Everything was easy.The host was awesome!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaymie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!! Really enjoyed using the kayaks and canoes!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

westen b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in a great spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2025
Thank you for the kind words and staying us at The River Runner. We hope you’ll be back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John A.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly as billed. The check-in process was seamless. It really was great for our family. I would not hesitate to use this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2025
Thank you for the nice review. Glad you enjoyed The River Runner and hope you and your family are able to get back to Caddo soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean. The beds were comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharla R.

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

Great location on the river

This was a perfect location on the river. The house was great, even better than pictured. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tessa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is by far our favorite property to stay at, at Caddo Lake!! It’s super convenient with our boat, as well as comfortable and stock with all of your needs!! David, the host/owner, is super friendly and goes above and beyond to ensure all needs are met! We look forward to our stay at the river runner every year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2025
Thanks Tessa, Good to see you guys again. We really appreciate the kind words. Look forward to seeing you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PHILLIP J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Appreciated the comfortable furniture for relaxation and watching the World Series Wifi is fast and reliable. A/C and heat worked well (we needed both because of drastic weather change). Location near river and boat ramp convenient. Kitchen had all we needed for cooking. David made sure we got in okay and had all we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2025
Thanks Phillip, Glad you enjoyed your stay at The River Runner and your time on Caddo. Enjoyed talking Caddo with you and please make it back soon to our special part of the world. Hopefully we're down next time and can coordinate getting on the water together.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Caddo Lake sStay

Beautiful Cabin, great scenery and very interesting boat tour of the lake. Great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov 2024
Thank you for staying with us at The River Runner. Glad you enjoyed Caddo. Fall is a great time to be here. Come see us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean S.

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

Easter 2025 Stay

Cabin was great, David was a very responsive host and cabin was exactly as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2025
Thanks Sean. Great talking with you and glad you enjoyed The River Runner and Caddo. Get back to see us soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Great House!

We really enjoyed our stay! The house was clean, beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked with everything needed for a weeks stay! David was very friendly and attentive to every detail! We had a minor issue with the door lock but it was remedied right away!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2025
Thanks Heather, Glad you guys enjoyed The River Runner and Caddo Lake. Come back and see us soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tansy L.

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

Fun at the River Runner

Stayed with family in this home away from home. The River Runner had plenty room inside and for outdoor living. We enjoyed how close the backwater was to the house and were able to keep our flat bottom in the water for quick access. A quick boat ride to the lake and more food than we could eat at the Big Pines Lodge. We will be coming back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2024
Thanks for staying at the River Runner and the kind words. Please come stay with us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Spring Break

Really enjoyed our stay at the River Runner this past Spring Break. We had 2 families of 4 and had plenty of room. Was clean and well stocked with whatever you might need to prepare a meal. Brought 2 boats and were able to tie them up without any trouble in the back of the house. Also enjoyed the Solo Fire pit in the evenings. Host, David was very friendly and helpful. Even took us out for a boat tour around the lake which we really enjoyed. Would definitely recommend and will hopefully be back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2024
Thank you Jennifer. So glad you enjoyed your stay at The River Runner and it was great to meet both of your families. Loved the pics of the fish, some nice ones ! Please come back to see us soon. The Taylors and Wilsons
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was great. It is across the street from the public boat ramp. Also, none of the surrounding houses were occupied. We had our dog with us, and she had plenty of room to walk at the boat ramp area and the street.We planned on cooking all our meals and did bring all the items we would need. The place is totally stocked with pots, pans, an electric griddle, 2 types of coffee pots, etc.There is plenty of room for everyone in the living room and kitchen area. The refrigerator has a working ice maker. Also, there are plenty of spices and coffee pods for the coffee maker. There is a wrap around deck that also faces a small creek that leads into Caddo Lake. There were plenty of paper towels, toilet paper, trash bags. towels, and wash clothes. I did bring extras as I've stayed in places that leave minimal paper goods and towels. You may want to bring kleenex. We needed to wash some clothes. The laundry room is stocked with everything you need. It stormed one of the days of our stay, so we were in the house all day. The TV was easy to figure out and we had no issues connecting to the internet. Finally, David is an awesome host. He continually checked on us to make sure everything was going okay. He even suggested a guide to contact for a tour on Lake Caddo. Which we did. It was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2026
Jean, Thanks for the wonderful review. So glad y’all enjoyed your stay. We want our guest to be perfectly at home during their stay at The River Runner. Please come back to visit us real soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni P.

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

Caddo's Corner of Paradise

Pictures could never capture the perfection of this gem. Extremely helpful, gracious host! Immaculately clean with everything anyone would need to feel right at home. Plenty of room for everyone to spread out with their own space. Dining space for 14 indoor and 10 outdoor. The back decks and use of kayaks and canoe was over the top. We spent the first hour after our 9 hour trip just sitting on the back deck taking in the peaceful serenity. My only worry is that this amazing place will be booked constantly and we will have to fight for our chance to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2024
Thank you so much and so glad your group enjoyed The River Runner. Really enjoyed discussing Caddo with you, and look forward to having you back real soon. Sincerely, David Taylor
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elton S.

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

Good experience

We had a really unusual experience, but can't say enough good things about the owner, David. The area experienced a really heavy rain the day we arrived, David left his own home early the next morning, which was at risk of being flooded, and came to warn us of flooded roads. We were in danger of being trapped, but thankfully were able to get out in time. David has been super accommodating about working with us to arrange another time to come back and we look forward to returning in the summer. Please don't let the flood story keep you from booking this property. That was just unfortunate timing on our part. The property is very roomy, the kitchen is well furnished, the location is really good, and the owner is as nice as they come. I wouldn't hesitate to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2024
Thanks Elton. The River Runner has never flooded, as it is on higher ground. It's rare, however some of the low lying roads around Caddo can get covered with water if we get an unusual amount of rain in a short period of time. We've been down here for 4 years and this is only the second time it has happened. A few days later the water has receded and we're good to go. Look forward forward to seeing you guys in June to finish your Caddo stay.

About the host

Hosted by David Taylor

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My wife and I enjoy the beauty and relaxation that a stay at Caddo provides and want to share with others! She grew up in nearby Marshall and Caddo has always been one of our favorite escapes.

Why they chose this property

The unique beauty of Caddo exists year round.

What makes this property unique

Very spacious den and kitchen. Accommodates 9 people very comfortably. Well appointed and easy access through the slough in the back or via the boat ramp.

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