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Lake Front Cozy Cottage - PRIVATE DOCK - KAYAKS INCLUDED! LATE SUNDAY CHECKOUT
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 6 90.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Tool, TX
- Cedar Creek Reservoir1 min walk
- The Library at Cedar Creek Lake10 min drive
- Whatz-Up Family Fun Park11 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Lake Front Cozy Cottage - PRIVATE DOCK - KAYAKS INCLUDED! LATE SUNDAY CHECKOUT
Enjoy our Cozy Cottage year round, not just a summer destination. In the fall, winter and spring, you can really enjoy the deck with the cooler temperatures.
This welcoming cottage in Tool on Cedar Creek Reservoir Lake offers a peaceful retreat for guests. With 2 queen beds spread across 2 cozy bedrooms, this home provides a serene space for relaxation. Enjoy the convenience of amenities like central AC / heat, WiFi, washer/dryer, full kitchen with coffee maker, outdoor grill and NEW Blackstone Griddle, fire area and use of 2 kayaks during your stay. The 2 bathrooms are equipped with showers, complementary shampoo, conditioner, bath soap and hair dryers for your comfort and convenience. Experience the magic of Tool at our charming house with great lake views. Enjoy morning coffee and evening drinks on the large deck.
Equipped with 2 single-person kayaks, (with 2 adult life jackets), in a protected canal, off a large cove just off the main lake. Dock is in calm water which eases the onboarding of kayaks.
Other outdoor features: Outdoor fire box with chairs, charcoal grill, large deck with tables, chairs, umbrellas and private dock. Cast a line from the dock or venture out onto the water. Cedar Creek Reservoir is known for its abundance of bass and crappie, making it a fisherman’s paradise. Many fishing competitions are held here.
2 Queen bedrooms with overhead and ambient lighting, ceiling fans, and bedside tables feature USB ports and plugs. In one bedroom, enjoy 42" Roku TV, attached bath, wireless phone charging. The secondary bedroom is close to the second bathroom. One Queen roll-away bed.
Feel like cooking? The kitchen is fully stocked with cookware, bakeware and utensils. Filtered water available inside refrigerator for refilling your water bottles. Coffee maker has carafe or ability to make single cup. The dining area has a nice view of the lake
Feel like relaxing? The living room features 2 cozy, sofas, a 65 inch smart Roku TV, a game area that includes chess/checker board and other games to enjoy during your stay.
Local Attractions:
Figs Steak House: Enjoy a top dining experience at Figs Steak House, (by reservation) just 5 minutes away. Amazing world class food you would normally only be able to enjoy in the big city.
For more casual dining, Figs Backyard, Walkers Smokehouse and many others, along with Brookshires Grocery if you want to stay in for the night, all within 10 minutes of property. (For all restaurants, please check availability, as hours of operation vary during the year.)
Cedar Creek Brewery - About 10 minutes from the house, Cedar Creek Brewery is known for their great food, beer, some house wines and family friendly atmosphere, offering both inside and outside dining. Trying to stay lo-carb? Try their cauliflower crust pizza.
Whatz-Up Fun Park -Go-karts, laser tag, bumper cars, rock wall and mini golf. Friendly and fun atmosphere for kids and adults. 10 minute drive.
Walmart - in Gun Barrel, about 15 minute drive.
Canton: A short drive away, with charming shops, restaurants, and local markets. Don’t miss Canton's First Friday. First Friday is a celebration of arts, galleries, shopping, and dining and entertainment, in Downtown Canton.
This welcoming cottage in Tool on Cedar Creek Reservoir Lake offers a peaceful retreat for guests. With 2 queen beds spread across 2 cozy bedrooms, this home provides a serene space for relaxation. Enjoy the convenience of amenities like central AC / heat, WiFi, washer/dryer, full kitchen with coffee maker, outdoor grill and NEW Blackstone Griddle, fire area and use of 2 kayaks during your stay. The 2 bathrooms are equipped with showers, complementary shampoo, conditioner, bath soap and hair dryers for your comfort and convenience. Experience the magic of Tool at our charming house with great lake views. Enjoy morning coffee and evening drinks on the large deck.
Equipped with 2 single-person kayaks, (with 2 adult life jackets), in a protected canal, off a large cove just off the main lake. Dock is in calm water which eases the onboarding of kayaks.
Other outdoor features: Outdoor fire box with chairs, charcoal grill, large deck with tables, chairs, umbrellas and private dock. Cast a line from the dock or venture out onto the water. Cedar Creek Reservoir is known for its abundance of bass and crappie, making it a fisherman’s paradise. Many fishing competitions are held here.
2 Queen bedrooms with overhead and ambient lighting, ceiling fans, and bedside tables feature USB ports and plugs. In one bedroom, enjoy 42" Roku TV, attached bath, wireless phone charging. The secondary bedroom is close to the second bathroom. One Queen roll-away bed.
Feel like cooking? The kitchen is fully stocked with cookware, bakeware and utensils. Filtered water available inside refrigerator for refilling your water bottles. Coffee maker has carafe or ability to make single cup. The dining area has a nice view of the lake
Feel like relaxing? The living room features 2 cozy, sofas, a 65 inch smart Roku TV, a game area that includes chess/checker board and other games to enjoy during your stay.
Local Attractions:
Figs Steak House: Enjoy a top dining experience at Figs Steak House, (by reservation) just 5 minutes away. Amazing world class food you would normally only be able to enjoy in the big city.
For more casual dining, Figs Backyard, Walkers Smokehouse and many others, along with Brookshires Grocery if you want to stay in for the night, all within 10 minutes of property. (For all restaurants, please check availability, as hours of operation vary during the year.)
Cedar Creek Brewery - About 10 minutes from the house, Cedar Creek Brewery is known for their great food, beer, some house wines and family friendly atmosphere, offering both inside and outside dining. Trying to stay lo-carb? Try their cauliflower crust pizza.
Whatz-Up Fun Park -Go-karts, laser tag, bumper cars, rock wall and mini golf. Friendly and fun atmosphere for kids and adults. 10 minute drive.
Walmart - in Gun Barrel, about 15 minute drive.
Canton: A short drive away, with charming shops, restaurants, and local markets. Don’t miss Canton's First Friday. First Friday is a celebration of arts, galleries, shopping, and dining and entertainment, in Downtown Canton.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
If Blackstone grill is used, it must be cleaned using Blackstone manual instructions. Charcoal grill grate must also be cleaned after use and stored.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Tool
Located in Kemp, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Henderson County Historical Museum and Henderson County Performing Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Whatz-Up Family Fun Park and East Texas Arboretum. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Tool, TX
What's nearby
- Cedar Creek Reservoir - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- The Library at Cedar Creek Lake - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
- Whatz-Up Family Fun Park - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
- Tom Finley Park - 14 min drive - 14.0 km
- Purtis Creek State Park - 38 min drive - 34.6 km
Restaurants
- Chili's Grill & Bar - 15 min drive
- Don Juan's Romantic Mexican Food - 20 min drive
- Taco Casa - 17 min drive
- Hector's Mexican Restaurant - 16 min drive
- Starbucks - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Dawn Garrett

My husband and I are new hosts, and are not currently living in the area, but come out from time-to-time, as we enjoy the lake with our family and want to share with others to experience the serenest of the lake and wildlife.
Why they chose this property
We love the peace and quiet of the neighborhood, nice for walks or bike rides.
What makes this property unique
What makes this property unique is the calmness of the canal, while having large cove water views from deck and yard.
Languages:
English
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