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Unforgettable Experience: Enjoy a maritime adventure unlike any other. Unwind in a cozy little ship with upper and lower decks with private dock access

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A red lodge with a covered deck and a sign reading 'Hodge Podge Cottages.'
A wooden dock extending into a calm body of water surrounded by trees with Spanish moss.
A cabin interior with wooden walls, a bed with gray and white bedding, a steering wheel, and a radio.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in refrigerator, and a window with a view of trees.
A cozy room with a wooden dining table, two chairs, a ladder, and a television mounted on the wall.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Karnack

Located in Karnack, this holiday home is on a lake. Martha Josey Ranch is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Caddo Lake State Park and Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
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Karnack, TX

What's nearby

  • Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Caddo Lake State Park - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Clear Lake - 17 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Martha Josey Ranch - 24 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Caddo Lake - 30 min drive - 37.9 km

Getting around

  • Marshall Depot - 30 min drive
  • Shreveport, LA (SHV-Shreveport Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Pines Lodge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shady Glade Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Circle S Country Store - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rusty Mule Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Dad's Pizza Pad - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Unforgettable Experience: Enjoy a maritime adventure unlike any other. Unwind in a cozy little ship with upper and lower decks with private dock access pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Unforgettable Experience: Enjoy a maritime adventure unlike any other. Unwind in a cozy little ship with upper and lower decks with private dock access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unforgettable Experience: Enjoy a maritime adventure unlike any other. Unwind in a cozy little ship with upper and lower decks with private dock access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unforgettable Experience: Enjoy a maritime adventure unlike any other. Unwind in a cozy little ship with upper and lower decks with private dock access?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Unforgettable Experience: Enjoy a maritime adventure unlike any other. Unwind in a cozy little ship with upper and lower decks with private dock access located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 3.9 mi (6.4 km) from Caddo Lake State Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Caddo Lake State Park and Wildlife Management Area and Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge. Rag Island is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

GOT ENGAGED

We had an amazing time. Mark popped the question in the doorway!! We plan on coming back in March!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay. Will book again next time in that area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The tugboat cabin was super cute and unique, and relatively private (on its own lot) with easy parking. Caddo Lake is just across the street, and we loved being able to take the kayaks out for a little adventure! The cabin was exactly as described, and the host was very responsive. We enjoyed watching fireflies and listening to the birds from the patio in the evenings, such a lovely place to get away!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a blast at The Shipwreck and the experience for our daughter was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Not worth the price

Owners did a great job of providing anything extra you might need. Decorations were cute and the area is great. Privacy and communication were good. However, the beds were awful. I'm sure the use of kayaks, etc would be nice, but we left early after a very bad night's sleep and didn't utilize them.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Boat!!!

We like finding unique places to stay on our trips and this boat was definitely that! The display of pictures from it’s glory days was a nice touch. We really enjoyed our stay and would recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly Recommended

Very unique place to stay. It feels like you are in a boat the whole time. Lake is beautiful. Host are very kind and helpful. They check up on you daily and I would stay at their cabins anytime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great experience, Kids love this carbin.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I was a cozy little boat. Wish I could have stayed when I wasn’t working in the area, but I enjoyed the peace and quiet. The communication with the host was top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

shipwreck

great experience, recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The property is so cute and check in was really easy. I deducted a star for the comfort of the beds. Both beds were incredibly uncomfortable. The bed upstairs slants into the middle and is very soft. The bed downstairs is thin to fit in the space.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2025
Hi Mallory, Thank you for sharing your feedback about the beds — we’ll be replacing them right away! We always appreciate hearing from guests, and it’s best to let us know during your stay so we can take care of anything promptly and ensure everything’s perfect for you.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Unique stay

Property was as described. This is a unique stay for the under 55 crowd. The place was clean. Hot water and pressure was great. Think tiny house and be reasonable with expectations and it was a cute stay. We enjoyed the upper deck sitting area in the mornings.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cool.Boat

Really cool place to stay. its a actuall pld boat. very clean. not much to the town. but reall cool.place 100 yards from boat ramp. great lake to Kayak.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Stay was unpleasant , inconvenient .Basic restroom and kitchen was not functional

Bathroom had flushing issues, did not work at all . Kitchen stove did not work . No lights outdoor for grill . Issues were fixed by Jennifer next day promptly but still we felt inconvenience . Based on listing it says 6 people accommodation , not for young kids and senior citizen and too small and not comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2025
Thank you for your feedback. I’m truly sorry for the inconvenience you experienced during your stay — I understand how frustrating that can be. I appreciate your patience while we addressed the restroom and kitchen issues, which were resolved promptly the next day. All of those items have since been fully repaired and are now working properly, along with new outdoor lighting by the grill for future guests. While the cabin is cozy and best suited for smaller groups, we do our best to describe the layout clearly so guests can choose the right fit for their needs. Your feedback helps us continue improving, and I do hope you’ll consider giving us another try in the future under smoother circumstances. Warm regards, Jennifer
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, quiet and close to where we wanted to be for the weekend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time and the property was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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