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Grand Luxurious Lodge (Lake Front) on beautiful 700+ acres at Cedar Cove Ranch

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Living area
Room
Private kitchen
Bathroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Athens, TX
  • Purtis Creek State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Cedar Creek Reservoir
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • First Monday Trade Days
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional)
    ‪68 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Grand Luxurious Lodge (Lake Front) on beautiful 700+ acres at Cedar Cove Ranch

Come and enjoy this beautiful, and luxurious Cabin/Chateau/Log Home with a private 25+ acres lake in the midst of serene wilderness and nature on 700 acres Ranch. This place has all the amenities and luxury you can think of! And the beauty at Cedar Cove Ranch is absolutely breath taking with private lake and, 700 acres of wooded and pastured land! CCR was highlighted in the TV Show "This is Dallas" as a place must to visit in DFW area!

Located an hour away from the Dallas metroplex, the city of Eustace, Texas holds one of the best-kept secrets in the state. Cedar Cove Ranch is a quiet paradise, tucked away amongst the lakes and trees of the eastern region. From kayaking on the private lake, enjoying horseback riding adventures, and watching outdoor movies, to staying in five-star accommodations, the ranch is teeming with activities for the whole family.

The lake front chateau has large spacious game room with ping pong, Foosball, grand living area with beautiful views, 4 bedrooms that fits 10-14 people. We provide comfortable portable memory foam mattress - to sleep additional guests. It also has a kitchen with all necessary appliances and cookware - where you can hire a private chef, cater food or cook out with your family.

Included in your costs are hiking, swimming in the lake, board games, horse shoe, volleyball/badminton, corn hole - request the resort staff upon checking in and they can provided access to necessary items. Complimentary dock fishing with your own rods. Additional rentals may be purchased from us.

10 mins away from Purtis Creek State park and 15 mins away from Canton Trade days

We do have a two night minimum stay policy, however, please get in contact with us regarding a one night stay and we may be able to accommodate. If booking one night only, there may be a surcharge, depending on when you are looking to book.

For All Inclusive Activities package with lodging or Hunting Packages please ask for rates.
For wedding inquiries, please ask about our gorgeous barn venue!
The property houses lake for swimming (not a pool). Life Jackets will be available upon request.

You will have access to all the amenities and activities(upon booking) on the 700 acre property and a private 25+ acre shared lake. This lodge is located on resort grounds giving you privacy as well as a list of activities that your whole family can enjoy.

Please ensure to put right number of guests while booking to avoid excessive surcharge.

Common amenities such as 25 acre private lake, boat dock, volley ball may be shared with other lodges. For private reservation, please be sure to request prior to checking in and we can consider your request based on availability.

Property manager

Ripple Sheets

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Athens

Athens is home to this cabin. Athens Scuba Park and Cinemark Athens Cinema 4 are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit East Texas Arboretum and Athens Bowling Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Henderson County Fairgrounds and Athens Praise & Worship Center.
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Athens, TX

What's nearby

  • Purtis Creek State Park - 12 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Cedar Creek Reservoir - 27 min drive - 25.8 km
  • Henderson County Fairgrounds - 32 min drive - 35.0 km
  • Trinity Valley Community College - 33 min drive - 33.5 km
  • First Monday Trade Days - 36 min drive - 36.1 km

Getting around

  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tara Vineyard & Winery - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Castle Oaks Vineyard & Winery - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Michoacano Mexican Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tara Winery - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Cellar Door - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grand Luxurious Lodge (Lake Front) on beautiful 700+ acres at Cedar Cove Ranch pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Luxurious Lodge (Lake Front) on beautiful 700+ acres at Cedar Cove Ranch?

As of 23 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Luxurious Lodge (Lake Front) on beautiful 700+ acres at Cedar Cove Ranch on 24 June 2025 start from AU$5,987.93, 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.

What time is check-in at Grand Luxurious Lodge (Lake Front) on beautiful 700+ acres at Cedar Cove Ranch?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grand Luxurious Lodge (Lake Front) on beautiful 700+ acres at Cedar Cove Ranch?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grand Luxurious Lodge (Lake Front) on beautiful 700+ acres at Cedar Cove Ranch located?

Located in Athens, this family-friendly cabin is 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Purtis Creek State Park, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Cedar Creek Reservoir and Callender Lake. Athens Scuba Park and Athens City Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marcus B.

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

Great Experience !!

Beautiful Place To Stay Host Were Very Noce!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

clara s.

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

Very Fun Stay

We really enjoyed our stay. The property manager was extremely helpful. Sleeps less than advertised, but other than that we would recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Julie L.

Boys weekend

Perfect lodge setting!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Anne B.

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL

The property was even more beautiful than the pictures. Mr. Steve was the best host and a very down to earth guy. We really enjoyed the amenities and seclusion. We hope to be back again.

10/10 Excellent

vicki w.

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

Peaceful and fun

Everything was as expected except no one told us how nice the staff was. They provided everything we needed and had lots of info about the property. Beautiful, peaceful and fun are the way a 14 year old described his time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great trip and Beautiful Location.

We enjoyed our long weekend here. It was so nice to see the kids out in nature 24/7. They had a blast fishing, canoeing, Clay shooting, riding the ATV, horseback riding and more. The property staff were great. A few small hiccups with weather and equipment didn’t deter our fun. We look forward to coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

BEYOND AMAZING!!

Our stay at Cedar Cove Ranch was one of the biggest blessings for our family, Everything from check in to the cabin to the amazing service while there was way beyond our hopes for this trip. The adults had a blast and so did the kids. We are already booking another trip there and cannot wait to be back. Don't miss this opportunity to get away from the city and experience nature and kindness at it's best. Thank you to everyone at Cedar Cove Ranch! We love you all!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

JD H.

Group Golf Trip

Cedar Cove Ranch was the end of our search. Each year I lead a group of 21 guys to play golf in east Texas and the ranch we use to stay at was sold in the last year. I was so lucky to find CCR! The staff was great to work with, flexible, accommodating, and patient with all my questions. When we arrived everything was as described and the accommodations were beautiful. Our group loved this place and can't wait to return each year!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen T., Burleson, Texas

Amazing Family Vacation

We just returned home following a 5 night stay at Cedar Cove Ranch and it was one of the most memorable and relaxing trips we've taken. There were 6 adults and 3 children (7, 3, and 21 months) and all of us had a wonderful time. From the moment we reserved the Chateau to the moment we left, Arlan, Ripple, Nate, and Bryant were available to make sure our trip was a success. The home was beautiful and the views unbeatable. We participated in several activities - hunting for the guys, outdoor movies for all of us, fishing, kayaking and paddle boarding - all were fun and top-notch. We are already planning several return trips. Great memories created for our family - can't wait to go back.

10/10 Excellent

jo D., Denham Springs, LA

Cedar Cove Ranch - The Perfect Combination of Seclusion, Luxury, and Service

Our family spent almost a full week at this lake house retreat in Eustace, TX. We have met for family vacations on many properties - mountain homes, beach homes, various resorts, and other lake houses. Everyone agrees -> This stay was the BEST time for all of us! The Grand Chateau is spacious and lovely and well-appointed. The lake is beautiful with great fishing and plenty of room to play! The property is gorgeous. And...one of the most important factors...The Staff Was Attentive to our every need; yet, allowed us the independence we desired. If we are playing the Five Star Game -- Cedar Cove Ranch is FIVE on all fronts!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Awesome Weekend

Everything about our weekend at Cedar Cove Ranch was perfect – the house, the lake, Arlan and his crew, even the weather. They went out of their way at every turn to make sure we had what we needed. The activities we planned ahead of time went off without a hitch and were a big hit with our house full of 13 year old girls. To find a house and property this beautiful just an hour south of downtown Dallas is rare, but the optional activities are what really put Cedar Cove Ranch over the top. It's like having your own 700 acre resort with a friendly staff to carry out whatever it is you choose to do. We started planning another weekend before we even left!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016

6/10 Okay

Bill & April S., DFW

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Awesome cabin, with too many eyes

Cabin & fishing are great, exterior to cabin is very nice. The on-site staff stay in rooms on property, “to help”. If you are there for a get away with your wife, you don’t really need the ranch hands hanging around watching you. There were many positives but the on site staff is are intrusive and sleep within a stone’s throw of this Grand Chateau. There are multiple lodges on the same property , so don’t expect privacy on 700 acres . Staff is around even if you don’t call for them & also at night. Some lights shine on the Chateau fire pit from the adjacent apartment lodge. It could be a 5 star with more privacy and the staff not being so close in evening and at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Rachel P.

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

Beautiful Getaway - but a few surprises

This stunning home sits on a private lake, this is not Cedar Creek lake- so if you're on VRBO and searching for Cedar Creek properties, this may be confusing. The home is part of a large private ranch and other families will be on property with you if you do not book all the lodging facilities. This led to some confusion and frustration for our group and another group on site. Additionally, unlike many lake homes, unmotorized water sports are NOT included. Again, that led to a bit of confusion. Overall, the home is STUNNING, incredibly well appointed and has all the amenities you can imagine to make the stay wonderful. The property is gorgeous and would be ideal for a family reunion, corporate get away or weekend away. Just be sure you understand that this is not a single home on the lake, and you'll have a contract to sign before arriving.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Isaac H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property, just a few problems.

The property is great and the cabin was excellent for our party of 10. It’s a great setting and we had a lot of fun with our family there. The property is presented as a resort/ranch with multiple houses on the 700-acre property, and there is 24hr support available. We had a lot of fun, even though we visited out of season. We had a few issues - that I think would have been resolved with more clarity in the listing or at check-in, and better resources given to the property. There’s an indoor fireplace, but your not allowed to use it. We purchased wood from the property, only to find out later it could only be used in the outdoor fire pit because guests aren’t allowed to use the indoor fireplace. There was only one extra roll of paper towels at the property, but it was under the sink where there was also a leak (which soaked them thru). When we called to ask for more paper towels, we were told the entire property was out of paper towels. Given this property was outside of town, it’s not easy to get more items in a pinch. The outdoor grill didn’t work, so we had to go to a nearby house and borrow that grill (by rolling it nearer our house). There is a volleyball court onsite but it sags down so far it’s really unusable. We asked for a volleyball which they obliged and delivered to the volleyball court, but the court wasn’t useable. We had a few more small issues that were somewhat inconvenient that we had to wade thru. I think this property is more focused on the warmer months (and rightfully so), and we paid the discounted winter rates, which resulted in slimmer staff and support for the grounds. Again, it’s a beautiful property and the home was nice. But it didn’t quite live up to everything we hoped for. I would stay there again only if I had some assurance that these issues were resolved and the staff and facilities were better resourced.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Johanna B., Frisco, TX

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

Highly Recommend

We had such a wonderful time! Great get away with beautiful views and accommodations. Would certainly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

April P., Dallas, TX

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

Amazing 50th birthday celebration

Cedar Cove Ranch Resort was a gem to find, especially since we were all driving only a short distance for a weekend getaway to celebrate my 50th birthday. We typically book small trips and vacations in Broken Bow a few times of year with a group of 8-16 of us but tried a location closer to home for our weekend trip. The house and property were spectacular. We were impressed with the furnishings and cleanliness. The lakefront view and elevated outdoor firepit was spectacular and an overall very relaxing environment! We wished there was more comfortable seating by the firepit to accommodate all of us however. We were extremely happy not to have any one staying in the Lodge less than 25 yards away so we had the area to ourselves. We chose not to do any excursions and to just enjoy the setting and the outdoors at the house. The ping pong table and corn hole game were an awesome addition. It’s a shame that the interior grand fireplace cannot be used because in the winter months that would be such a spectacular setting to be able to enjoy. It was unfortunate the kayaks and paddle boats at the private dock were not available to use unless you paid an additional rental fee. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and will consider coming back for another stay at some point in the future. April

10/10 Excellent

Biswajit D.

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

Excellent place

a very charming property - lovely house with magnificent views of the lake. The staff was very nice and the water sports were amazing. We also tried the outdoor gun range and again a very pleasant experience. Overall an excellent experience and can’t wait to be back

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

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

Just Amazing

Peaceful, Quite, clean, and beautiful. Fishing was amazing. Staff and service was awesome. We Will be back!

10/10 Excellent

Myra W.

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

Great Texas Ranch Getaway

Great house and peaceful location with lots of activities as well as peaceful resting spots.

10/10 Excellent

Bashir Y., Dallas tx

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

This place is amazing!!

I can’t say enough great things about this place, truly amazing. The owner Mr. Sheeps is an awesome person, always ready to help. The view is amazing, house is extremely clean and well organized. Honestly it looks much better than the photos posted online. This place will be our future weekend getaways for sure. I highly recommend it to everyone. Than you so much Mr. Sheeps and Matt for the perfect weekend, I can’t wait to bring my family and friends over again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

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

Great father / daughter getaway

Private, first class rustic getaway just 1 hour from Dallas. Josh was a great help and host. Great trip and look to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Great house inside and out.

The property was everything we were hoping it would be. The outside sitting area was great in the morning for sunrise and wonderful at night for a fire with s’mores! Josh was great and very helpful with anything we needed. The house was great inside and worked great with our large group. This place definitely deserves a revisit in the summer when you can enjoy the water activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rene A.

Awesome Getaway House

The property, lake and the house was beautiful. The house is very spacious and has everything you need. Josh the caretaker was an awesome host. He made our trip enjoyable with helping us with any needs or questions we had during our stay. I recommend this place to anyone who want to get out of the city life for a bit and get off the grid into the country.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

david b.

Great location, great staff ...

Thanks for hosting our party this past weekend. You have a beautiful property that was perfect for our group get together, and Steve took care of everything during our stay. We're looking forward to finding another time soon to visit. thanks again for everything.

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Great house for group of friends

Stayed at the Grand Chateau house with a group of friends. The house is amazing- beautiful on the inside with a lot of sleeping, fun game room with TV/ping pong/foosball, nice large open kitchen, personal lake and a great fire pit (my favorite part). The property staff were super friendly and very helpful- we were burning through some major firewood and they ventured out into the cold to keep our inventory up. If you are looking to "get away" this is a perfect place to do so. Between the stellar property, beautiful log cabin home, friendly property staff, and management pre/post visit being very nice and helpful- our stay was an all around great experience. Highly recommended!

About the host

Hosted by Ripple Sheets

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Why they chose this property

Passion to provide unique experiences to their guests!

What makes this property unique

This lodge is perfect for large gatherings looking for comfort, and luxury!

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