Cabin
Pine Grove Cottage - Romantic Getaway on Private Lake
Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Pittsburg, TX
- Place, Lake Bob Sandlin28 min drive
- Place, Lake Bob Sandlin State Park30 min drive
- Place, Lake Cypress Springs38 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Pine Grove Cottage - Romantic Getaway on Private Lake
Fully furnished cottage in the woods with backyard opening to pine trees and four acre pond. Cottage has wood floors, window air conditioners and homey furnishings. Perfect for a family retreat or a romantic getaway. Located on our 50 acre working ranch, Pine Grove Cottage is tucked away on its own corner of the property with private drive and gated entrance. A sun room runs the length of the house in the back and looks out on the pine grove and lake beyond and serves as a third bedroom. An open family room/dining/kitchen is perfect for family gatherings. Guests are free to roam the ranch property which includes expanses of wooded acreage where wildlife and birds abound. Fishing on the lake is available on a "catch and release" basis to ensure fishing remains good for future guests. Lakes are stocked with bass, catfish and bream.
The ranch abounds with wildlife and provides a wonderful opportunity for birdwatching due to its forest and lake features. It is also in a migratory area that is home for many birds (including Bald Eagles) in the fall/winter months. Permanent bird residents are many and varied from songbirds to ducks, herons. hawks, cranes, owls, woodpeckers, and many more.
Canoes and boats are provided for those who want to go out on the lake to fish or just relax. Located within 15 minutes of Pittsburg, Gilmer, and Winnsboro, guests can experience life in the country but enjoy the amenities of a town. In the summer, fresh peaches, blackberries and blueberries are sold at nearby orchards. Golfing, a winery and a variety of restaurants are within 15 minutes of the ranch. For those who enjoy antiques, there are many shops within 15-30 minutes of the ranch.
The ranch abounds with wildlife and provides a wonderful opportunity for birdwatching due to its forest and lake features. It is also in a migratory area that is home for many birds (including Bald Eagles) in the fall/winter months. Permanent bird residents are many and varied from songbirds to ducks, herons. hawks, cranes, owls, woodpeckers, and many more.
Canoes and boats are provided for those who want to go out on the lake to fish or just relax. Located within 15 minutes of Pittsburg, Gilmer, and Winnsboro, guests can experience life in the country but enjoy the amenities of a town. In the summer, fresh peaches, blackberries and blueberries are sold at nearby orchards. Golfing, a winery and a variety of restaurants are within 15 minutes of the ranch. For those who enjoy antiques, there are many shops within 15-30 minutes of the ranch.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Not without owner approval.
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pet must be pre-approved. Ask re: 2 small dogs.
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 personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Please wash all dishes/pots/pans and put them away. Clean up outside grill if you used it.
You can place trash in can outside the back door. If there is not enough room, leave extra inside.
Put used towels in the bathtub or shower...please do not leave on wood floors as they can damage the floors.
Turn the thermostat up to 78. Leave the doors unlocked and the key on the counter. Thank you!
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Not without owner approval.
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Pittsburg
Located in Pittsburg, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Holly Lake Ranch Golf Club and Shadow Lakes Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Bob Sandlin State Park and Lake Bob Sandlin. Beauweevils and Clara Ida Frances, Inc are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Pittsburg, TX
What's nearby
- Northeast Texas Rural Heritage Center - 15 min drive - 18.6 km
- Lake Bob Sandlin - 28 min drive - 35.0 km
- Lake Bob Sandlin State Park - 30 min drive - 37.6 km
- Lake Cypress Springs - 38 min drive - 41.3 km
- Tyler State Park - 61 min drive - 83.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards - 16 min drive
- Midway Truck Stop Restaurant - 21 min drive
- 4M Restaurant - 8 min drive
- Ferndale Fishing Club - 15 min drive
- Ol'time Bakery - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Paula Archer
Jim and Paula Archer own and operate Lone Star Cattle Company, a working 250 acre ranch in Northeast Texas. Jim is a recently retired Professor of Chemistry. Paula retired last year after 30+ years as a software sales leader for a major corporation. They moved to the ranch over 13 years ago. Jim continues to be active in Rotary International and recently served as District Governor for Rotary International. They moved to the ranch over 20 years ago. Jim served as as a District Governor for Rotary International 2008 and remains active in Rotary International. He is Chair of the Northeast Texas Community College Foundation and serves on the Wesley Foundation Board at the college. In addition, Jim serves on the local ambulance board. Both Paula and Jim enjoy sharing the relaxation and enjoyment of the ranch through the vacation rental program.
Why they chose this property
We love the beauty of the area and the wonderful community of small town friends and neighbors. We moved to East Texas more than 20 years ago. After living in 'town' (Pittsburg TX) for 10 years we bought the ranch and fixed up Pine Grove Cottage for our weekend getaway. We loved staying there so much we sold our home in the city and moved to Pine Grove Cottage while we began plans for a new home on another corner of the property. During this time we needed more room for family and friends so we added Spring House on still another corner of the ranch. In 2005 our home was completed and we moved out of Pine Grove Cottage. We decided to offer both Pine Grove and Spring House on VRBO at that time so others could share in the beauty and fun of the ranch. We were so pleased with the wonderful guests that visited, we have added a third VRBO guest apartment and a Bed & Breakfast to allow larger groups to stay. In 2011 Paula's sister and brother-in-law moved to the area and purchased Spring House as their private residence. Our positive experience with vacation rentals led us to replace the property with a brand new one, Lakeside Cottage, which we built and opened for business in 2012. We often host extended families looking for a retreat, wedding parties and multiple families who want to come together to visit. Now we can accommodate all. Our return rate is very high and many of our guests have come to view the ranch as their own special place in the country...without all the hard work!
Update: In 2022 we realized it was time to downsize now that we are in our 70's and 80's. We now offer only one property as a vacation rental and that is our beloved Pine Grove Cottage with it's own 4 acre stocked pond.
Update: In 2022 we realized it was time to downsize now that we are in our 70's and 80's. We now offer only one property as a vacation rental and that is our beloved Pine Grove Cottage with it's own 4 acre stocked pond.
What makes this property unique
Relaxation in a beautiful country setting with all the amenities of home. A wonderful opportunity to observe nature and to fish for bass and bream.
Languages:
English
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