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Charming Lake Athens Waterfront Cottage: Families, Fisherman, Pets, Canton

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The dock on beautiful deep water. Swim/float right off the dock.
Mine is the one to the right of the blue roof on the main part Lake Athens.
Cute little bungalow.
View from the front door. Open kitchen and living area.
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

Other Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Outdoor shower!!

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Lake Athens Waterfront Cottage: Families, Fisherman, Pets, Canton

Looking for a place to stay and play? This water-front, pet friendly property with a large fenced yard and private dock on deep water is perfect for families who want to have fun on the lake or recreational/professional anglers going after the big catch.

This cozy 1000 sq ft cottage has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Master bedroom has a queen size bed (lake view and access to large deck), second bedroom has a king bed. Each bedroom has a flat screen television with WiFi and Roku for you to sign into your favorite streaming services. Fully supplied kitchen with dining for 6. Living area is fully furnished with large flat screen TV (internet Roku). You can add 1 for sleeping on a fold out twin mattress or bring your own air mattresses. All linens & towels provided. TVs have Roku devices for you to access your personal subscriptions to streaming services. No cable tv or dish included.

Enjoy your mornings with coffee on the front deck looking down to the lake or evenings on the dock enjoying the relaxing sunsets and stargazing. Fire pit/outdoor fireplace available for smores and large outdoor grill/smoker for outdoor cooking. Yard is spacious enough to play volleyball, badminton or horseshoes, so bring your outdoor games!

This property has 100 feet of lake front for swimming right off the dock with a private dock. Boat lift is occupied but fiberglass mooring whips are available to secure your boat on the dock. It’s located on deep water overlooking the main part of Lake Athens with the best sunsets. Don’t settle for a shallow channel view of your neighbors across the cove!! We provide 4 basic kayaks, a variety of life jackets and swim ladders. Kayaks are kept on the dock and may require a quick wash off in the lake as spiders and gnats are impossible to keep off of them. Property is also fenced around the house for young children as well as your family pups. NOTE: Although we strive to eliminate them, there are sticker burrs and fire ants in the grass going down to the lake so please wear something on your feet to avoid them!!

Lake Athens has a nice Marina with a nice restaurant for lunch or dinner and bait shop that also sells breakfast and lunch. Don’t miss Tia Juanita‘s Fish Camp, which is a great new restaurant in town. Visit the nearby Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center, Zipline Adventures, or drive 10 minutes to Athens for shopping, groceries, restaurants and a movie theatre. Lake Athens is 30 miles from Tyler that provides many choices for shopping, eating, movies and such. Also 30 miles from Canton, home of the famous First Monday Trades Days!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Never allow kids in the laundry area. KEEP LOCKED
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Limited 75 lbs. No unattended dogs. Keep in fence
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
If you’re feeling super amiable, please start the towels in the washer. Thanks!!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please do not allow children access to the laundry room/storage room which is immediately to the left of the front door. Keep locked at all times.
Boat lift is used at your own risk. Landlord does not assume any liability to boats or other personal property.

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
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

Athens

Located in Athens, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Cinemark Athens Cinema 4 and Athens Scuba Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Henderson County Fairgrounds and Athens Praise & Worship Center. East Texas Arboretum and Athens Bowling Center are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing adventures can be found near the property.
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Athens, TX

What's nearby

  • Lake Athens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cedar Creek Reservoir - 25 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Waterpark at the Villages - 48 min drive - 66.7 km
  • First Monday Trade Days - 49 min drive - 63.7 km
  • University of Texas at Tyler - 53 min drive - 67.0 km

Getting around

  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tia Juanita’s Fishcamp - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Lake Athens Waterfront Cottage: Families, Fisherman, Pets, Canton pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Lake Athens Waterfront Cottage: Families, Fisherman, Pets, Canton?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Lake Athens Waterfront Cottage: Families, Fisherman, Pets, Canton on 12 Apr 2026 start from AU$327, 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 Charming Lake Athens Waterfront Cottage: Families, Fisherman, Pets, Canton?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Lake Athens Waterfront Cottage: Families, Fisherman, Pets, Canton?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Lake Athens Waterfront Cottage: Families, Fisherman, Pets, Canton?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Charming Lake Athens Waterfront Cottage: Families, Fisherman, Pets, Canton located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Lake Athens and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Jones Lake. Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center and Roberson Lake are also within 6 miles (10 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. 106 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 113 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great. The host was very responsive and helpful. The yard is per friendly with plenty of room to roam with the fence and gates.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent little cabin everything that you could want. Perfect location on the lake check-in process was exactly as described. Very easy working with property management was also excellent response was quick. We’ll definitely be back this year and in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Phil L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very clean, well appointed and in a beautiful location. Host was very attentive
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great relaxing setting with a beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable cabin and relaxing views. Enjoyed the Canadian geese and crows, just to mention a few of the birds.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love Lake Athens. Good location with nice access to the water
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is perfect for a small family getaway! The rooms were spotless, and the yard was fantastic for our dog to run around in and for grilling. We spent most of our time on the docks, enjoying all the lake fun with the kayaks and fishing. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the cutest lake house I have ever stayed at. There was everything we needed. The sunsets and water were amazing. So peaceful and relaxing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly E.

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

Perfect spot

great cottage, very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot say enough good things about this property. We were here for Thanksgiving and this host has every appliance every pot pan every sort of cooking utensil in the world so it made it so helpful. She has hooks in every room for you to hang your towels, which there are plenty of towels, and I just can’t tell you how wonderful this place was lots of bedding lots of pillows, Games, kayaks ,fishing poles. This was amazing. I will definitely stay here again. We really enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Nice place to stay

Fun place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Excellent and fun place to stay

Our second time at this rental property and it’s well worth it
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amber c.

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

A Must stay

We had an amazing time here with our family and sweet Dalmatian! The house was super clean and had everything we could think of needing. The property was very well taken care of and the boat dock was perfect. We are already booking our next trip here for the summer.!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Thomas G.

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

Great location

Close to Athens, good fishing off of dock, bed is small in master bedroom, overall very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madalyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The owner was no nice and checked in on us while we were staying there. The owner would answer any questions I would have about Athens.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William O.

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

Enjoyed

I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Beautiful weather

We really enjoyed the fishing and the weather cooperated. We will stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany V.

Great place for a quick weekend getaway from Dallas

This lake house is the perfect place to stay for a quick and quiet weekend getaway from Dallas. Fantastic views of the lake from the back deck, master bedroom, and living room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz T.

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

Great stay!

Property was clean, tidy and easy to locate. Very close to the fair grounds. Amazing lake view and space for our little one to run around.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

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

First Timers

great property. great location.One suggestion: Add tv services requirements on your property listing.thanks for a fun fishing trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Nice views

Beautiful sunsets and wildlife
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bjoern T.

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

Pleasant Stay

Our family enjoyed the stay at this nice lake property. It’s fence and was perfect for our dog to roam, play and run around. Everyone from two to four legs enjoyed they stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Excellent time

Very cute bungalow with gorgeous sunsets!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason N.

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

Nice Place

Nice location. Only issue is swimming is a bit problematic for kids
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lake Athens fishing tournament stay

outstanding in every way. we have stayed here many times and it is always awesome. immaculate, awesome property manager, awesome neighbors, excellent condition... the list goes on. better than advertised. highly recommend this property
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Linnea Rose

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I’m new to hosting and look forward to supplying you an outstanding experience like Sheryl did for years in this one of a kind cottage on great water at Lake Athens.

Why they chose this property

Lake Athens is a special lake and this property is on deep water that offer great sunsets and swimming right off the dock. Don't settle for a cove where you have to have a boat to be able to get to swimmable water!!

What makes this property unique

On deep water which is key. You don’t want to be on a cove where you have to have a boat to get to a place good for swimming and kayaking! Yard is fenced so children and pets can be safe until you want to proceed to the lake shore. Lots of outdoor space to play volleyball, croquette, horseshoes or badminton so bring your games!

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