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Pine Grove Cottage - Romantic Getaway on Private Lake

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Beautiful stocked 4 acre pond behind Pine Grove Cottage.
Exterior
Pine Grove Cottage sheltered in a grove of tall pines and beautiful hardwoods.
Pine Grove Cottage in East Texas Pine/Hardwoods forest
Living area

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Pittsburg, TX
  • Place, Witness Park and Prayer Tower
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Northeast Texas Rural Heritage Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Bob Sandlin State Park
    ‪29 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.

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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
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Events

No events allowed
Not without owner approval.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pet must be pre-approved. Ask re: 2 small dogs.
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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
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.
No pets allowed unless previously approved by owner. Once a pet is approved, guest must sign pet addendum to contract prior to arrival.d
Swimming is strictly prohibited. All fishing is "Catch and Release" only.
Four wheelers, fireworks and discharge of firearms strictly prohibited. .

Important information

You need to know

Property # 73494vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Pittsburg

Located in Pittsburg, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lake Bob Sandlin State Park and Witness Park and Prayer Tower reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Beauweevils and Clara Ida Frances, Inc. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Pittsburg, TX

What's nearby

  • Witness Park and Prayer Tower - 15 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Northeast Texas Rural Heritage Center - 15 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Historic Upshur Museum - 24 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Lake Bob Sandlin - 26 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Lake Bob Sandlin State Park - 29 min drive - 38.7 km

Getting around

  • Texarkana, AR (TXK-Texarkana Regional) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Midway Truck Stop Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Perzel Palace - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Simpsonville Country Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Singing - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pine Grove Cottage - Romantic Getaway on Private Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Pine Grove Cottage: private lake getaway?

As of 12 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pine Grove Cottage: private lake getaway on 23 Dec 2026 start from AU$341, 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 Pine Grove Cottage - Romantic Getaway on Private Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pine Grove Cottage - Romantic Getaway on Private Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pine Grove Cottage - Romantic Getaway on Private Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pine Grove Cottage - Romantic Getaway on Private Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 9.8 mi (15.8 km) from Northeast Texas Rural Heritage Center and 9.9 mi (16 km) from Witness Park and Prayer Tower. UT Health Pittsburg and Lake Bob Sandlin are also within 16 miles (25 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. 243 out of 248 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 248 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 248 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 248 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 248 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry Wade G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this place!Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property comes as advertised. Paula is excellent to communicate with and checked in the make sure we had everything we need. The fishing was great and the water was the clearest I have seen it. We already have a return trip in a couple of months.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and cozy cottage! Loved the whole experience. The eggs, biscuits and jelly was such a kind added touch. The host was always responsive to all our needs. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ty H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our third stay! We always enjoy the fishing and the beautiful property! We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a lovely cottage. Everything you need for a wonderful stay. Very clean. Great beds and bedding ! Wonderful towels and amenities! Fishing was great. Enjoyed day trips to Gilmer and Pittsburg !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

W. Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an excellent place to stay out in the country while visiting NE Texas. We really enjoyed our stay w/ 3 kids (9, 6, 4) and one elderly. The house is cute and well-appointed with everything you need for your stay. The private pond is beautiful and close to the house, but not TOO close (FYI if you have really little ones). There were 2 rowboats and a canoe which we enjoyed. We saw fish moving though didn't catch any ourselves. Paula the host was extremely helpful and responsive. Just a couple of things to be aware of: 1) the loft with twin bed is up a ladder and not a good choice for small children or adults without sufficient strength and coordination. This means you really have just two bedrooms (one king, one queen I believe), plus the pull-out couch. Also 2) Pittsburg is pretty far out from Longview, Tyler (35 min-1 hr), etc and on country roads - it's lovely and quiet but some people might want to be closer to town, or not want to drive on the winding roads at night. Overall though it's a very nice place, good value and with a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
Thank you again for your stay and for taking the time to leave a review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. I am glad you brought up the loft. We do not advertise it or include it in our description because we feel it is a very limited space. Not good for the young or old but teens and pre-teens love it. It sounds like you missed the trundle beds on the sun room which is two separate twin beds...one pulls out from below the other. Those two twins on the sunroom can serve as a third bedroom. You found the sofa bed in the living room though which we also don't advertise as it is inconvenient without much privacy when others are up. Glad you were resourceful! Thank you again for your feedback.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Pine Grove Cottage is a great escape to enjoy being in the country and fishing a private lake! The inside is clean and beds comfortable! We caught lots of small bass, but my husband lost a couple of big ones. We enjoyed the town if Winnsboro that was close by, good restaurants and shopping! Paula is a great host and helpful through our entire stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The area was very relaxing and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nate W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Pine Grove Cottage was excellent! Paula was the most gracious host that we have had the pleasure of meeting ad the cottage was very clean and neat. The fishing was excellent which is what we went for and we have made plans to visit again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Quinella C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect getaway!! Great location, pure peace and quiet. Paula is a great host, check in was a breeze. The property has everything you could possibly need, literally a home away. We both enjoyed everything and look forward to returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Pine Grove Cottage was fantastic.It is such a a cozy place but at the same time all the room you need.The property is unbelievably well kept.The fishing at the pond is awesome.It is a great place to get away to and relax.The Acher's are such sweet and accommodating host.This is a wonderful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and home! The kindest host and service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

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

Great weekend getaway

The cottage was comfortable with a beautiful view of the pond. We caught lots of bass.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mike m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We consider this as a home away from home. So relaxing not a room in house where there not somewhere to stretch out and relax. You need something Paula takes care of it. They make you feel like family. Love it.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bret B.

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

Cabin stay

Stayed here for a weekend while riding at Barnwell Mountain. Great spot and it worked out perfectly. Even saw a bald eagle!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

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

Peaceful Country cottage with pond

Very relaxing and comfortable accommodations away from the city in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith L.

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

Nice and relaxing

Had a nice and relaxing visit. Paula was very nice and had everything in great shape. We enjoyed the scenery and fishing and just spending time together as a family. We recommend it highly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Getaway

Highly recommend this property. Nice and quiet get away. The loft is accessible by a small ladder, so not ideal for everyone, other than that, this property is great for a family getaway. Owners are very nice and very accomodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dallas N.

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

Great place for a getaway

My wife and I had a blast here. Pond had tons of fish, house had everything we needed, beautiful area and the owners were very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jansy A.

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

Perfect getaway

We enjoyed every second of our stay. The house felt so welcoming and the host was amazing! We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roy A.

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

Extremely peaceful, enjoyable, and relaxing!

Beautiful area close to the lake for a relaxing, reading, and fishing. Well maintained lake with excellent bass fishing opportunities. The host Paula does what gives the full meaning of hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelley F.

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

Spring break getaway

We had a great time relaxing and fishing. Everything was well stocked and nice and clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

Best Stay

We have been coming for years and keep coming back. We just love the area and Paula is the best. Best fishing trip to date!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Perfect get away

Everything was perfect, fishing was great, very peaceful stay. Only thing is I wish I had longer to stay, we could have stayed all week instead of a weekend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great experience at Pine Grove, peaceful and relaxing. The house stayed cool in the heat and the trees provided plenty of shade. The fishing was excellent as we caught over 40 fish in 3 days. And don’t miss the opportunity to interact with Paula and Jim. They are very nice people and very f you need anything just ask.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Paula Archer

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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.

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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