Located in Canton, this resort is near a water park. Purtis Creek State Park and Van Memorial Stadium reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark and The Maze. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing, fishing and winery tours.
ElKen Retreat Experience: relax, rest, enjoy Suite 3
Welcome! We love hospitality and are excited to host you at ElKen Retreat in the small, quaint East TX town of Canton!You'll be treated to personalized touches throughout your stay and are sure to walk away with a happy heart because of your experience! This private suite has 4 wonderful Serta icomfort twin beds...1 more guest could join on a comfy rolling bed (over 2 guests, there is an added fee; For 5th guest, we can add an air mattress for comfort, as well!). This is one of 4 rooms and a large Gathering Place that we offer @ ElKen Retreat! If requested, twin beds can be connected (added fee).
More about ElKen Retreat.... This space with the 4 twin beds is part of a brand new construction in 2020, connected by the roof, but behind our home. 3 large bedrooms with 3 bathrooms (walk in showers) and a large gathering space with commercial kitchen and half bath. One bedroom has a Serta icomfort (so comfy) King bed and sofa sleeper. Two bedrooms have 4 twin beds (also comfy Serta icomfort beds with high end bedding!)... All rooms have extra space to add a roll in Serta cot for another person. Also available is our King bedroom (attached to our home; separate from this space, but on same property).
Retreat for the weekend: girls trip, Bible study, scrapbook, quilt, spa, leadership retreats, business retreats. *Retreat pricing is available that would include: *2 night minimum stay *Tell us why you are coming and we'll accommodate (pricing can vary)! Spa can include infrared sauna, massage therapy by licensed massage therapist, hot tub, facials, aromatherapy, saltwater pool. *Use of the Gathering Place - a great room with 3 large tv's, kitchen (rules apply), tables, chairs, relaxing environment, etc...we will accommodate your needs!
Jason is a Licensed Massage Therapist with his office on our property. Book your spa package during your stay! ($100/hour Added fee- pay after services; not available on Sundays). Depending on the day and schedules, breakfast options include omelettes (made to order🎉) or egg casserole, homemade biscuits, bacon, gravy(normally served on Saturdays); french toast & sausage (normally served on Sundays); or muffins (normally served on weekdays). We serve breakfast in our dining room or on the back covered porch/pool deck area. If your stay is more than 3 days, we’ll chat about breakfast options on days 4+. We communicate before or during your stay to accommodate our guests as much as possible!
Pool and hot tub are just a few feet outside your space 😊 Hot tub is closed during the summer; pool may be seasonal- ask please! Hot tub is for guests 18 and older only.
We do have a sweet dog- Sadie, our schnauzer and 2 cutie goldendoodle puppies, Hazel and Blair- who may greet you and “talk” occasionally..we quiet them as quickly as we can!!
When you arrive, you'll park on concrete or asphalt, walk through a lovely gate and enter into your own private retreat. Walk around the pool to your room. If weather permits, you can enjoy the pool and hot tub, along with a very large covered back porch with tables and chairs.
Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Breakfast included
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Oh yes! Family friendly!
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Events
Events allowed
Contact us! We have a Gathering Place available!
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside the fenced backyard. Bench out by a tree.
No lifeguard on duty. Please swim at your own risk. Pool/hot tub closes at 10:00pm. Hot tub closed during summer.
Checking out: please strip sheets off beds and put on floor leaving mattress covers on beds. Other bedding can stay on bed. Thx!
There may be other guests, and we live on property, so...please keep all noise levels down. Only registered ElKen guests are allowed on the 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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Contact us! We have a Gathering Place available!
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Frequently asked questions
Does ElKen Retreat Experience: relax, rest, enjoy Suite 3 have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at ElKen Retreat Experience: relax, rest, enjoy Suite 3 ?
As of 17 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ElKen Retreat Experience: relax, rest, enjoy Suite 3 on 20 Apr 2026 start from AU$234, 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.
Is ElKen Retreat Experience: relax, rest, enjoy Suite 3 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at ElKen Retreat Experience: relax, rest, enjoy Suite 3 ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at ElKen Retreat Experience: relax, rest, enjoy Suite 3 ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ElKen Retreat Experience: relax, rest, enjoy Suite 3 ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is ElKen Retreat Experience: relax, rest, enjoy Suite 3 located?
This family-friendly Canton resort is within 3 mi (5 km) of Yesterland Farm and Old Mill Marketplace. Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark and First Monday Trade Days are also within 6 miles (10 km).
ElKen Retreat Experience: relax, rest, enjoy Suite 3 Reviews
Reviews
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From reservation to check out, everything was just perfect. The owners go above and beyond to ensure an amazing stay! Elken Retreat was the ideal spot for our girls getaway and we all look forward to staying again.
This place was awesome! The room was beautiful, the bed was so very comfortable, and the food was so yummy. This is where I’ll be staying during my next trip to Canton!
I am so glad we found Elken Retreat and we can’t wait to stay again! The place is beautifully maintained and decorated, extremely clean, the owners are absolutely amazing, the room had anything we needed, the pool was perfect and having breakfast made the next morning was the cherry on top! Truly a fantastic place and people!!
We had a wonderful stay. It was so comfortable. The hosts were warm and inviting! Their home and pool are beautiful! My daughters and I had a wonderful stay! I would highly recommend!!
We would love to come back one day!
Avid travelers traveling from Oklahoma & Louisiana to meet, this is our families favorite place to stay. We usually like to find new places every trip but this is the best in the region. The best of both hotels or vaca rentals with enjoyable outdoor space for all ages & weather, well thought out rooms with all the details (the kids especially love they each get their own bed instead of sharing or pull outs), excellent breakfast and friendly, accommodating hosts who make you feel like family. We love ELKen Retreat and the Faglie’s!
Jason and Jen were wonderful hosts. I strongly recommend staying here if in the area. Very personal and wonderful touch with homemade cookies for me and my daughter as well. Also, even if the dad jokes didn’t go over with the kid, I enjoyed them. My daughter did comment that the French toast was better than mom’s.
We chose ElKen Retreat for a short weekend trip away from the city. We couldn’t have picked a better place! Clean rooms, super comfortable beds, great hospitality, and DELICIOUS food. 😋 My Grandma was already trying to book another date to return on our first day there. We will definitely be back.
My girlfriends and I recently traveled to Canton Trade Days and chose to stay at the ElKen Retreat! We were not disappointed! The owners have done an incredible job making sure that no detail was left unfinished! They thought of everything! We were treated with personalized touches throughout and every need was met! We had the pleasure of meeting the owner Jennifer and her daughter during our stay - such a sweet family! Thank you again - the girls trip was incredible and this retreat was the icing on the cake!!
Perfect Getaway, Especially During Canton Trade Days
What a wonderful place this is! Jason and Jennifer, the owners, are amazing.l They are so friendly and helpful. The rooms are very nice and the beds are so comfortable also. We stayed in a room with four twin beds. It was perfect for a girl's trip!
As we approached the rooms, we found a table right outside with a personalized note expressing their appreciation for our return visit, along with a plate of chocolate chip cookies which were delicious! It was so cute! Oh, and did I mention they have a pool? After traveling a couple of miles to a local restaurant, Jalapenos for dinner, we enjoyed their large, well-maintained pool.
We had a great night's sleep in our charming room and woke up to a cup of coffee before heading to the dining area. There, we found a lovely table reserved with our names. The tables were beautifully decorated and Jennifer warmly welcomed us bringing us orange juice and coffee. While she engaged us in conversation, her husband was preparing breakfast at the griddle. Within minutes, they both served us beautifully presented plates of French toast, breakfast sausages, and fresh fruit. It felt like we were dining at a 5-star high-end restaurant and tasted even better!
Our short stay couldn't have ended better. Jason and Jennifer are the kindest people you could meet. In fact, we already planned another stay at Elkins for the beginning of December, and Jennifer happily set it up for us before we left.
You won't regret staying at Elkin Retreat! I promise!
The best part of the stay was witnessing the love and care the owners put into their service to the guests. They were the sweetest! Yummy breakfast, great massage, clean and cute accommodations. What a treat!
Jennifer and Jason were delightful hosts! This property was exactly what we were looking for to make a canton excursion the perfect trip. Jennifer was so helpful in making dinner restaurant suggestions and then provided the most delicious muffins to get our morning off just the way we needed! We will absolutely stay again!
What a great place to stay! You can really feel all the care that Jen and Jason have for what they do in all the little details from the notes they leave you to having everything set up for you when you return from a day out. If that didn’t clue you in then the wonderful homemade breakfast will! Oh! And the beds! Oh the beds! So comfy!
Thank you Jen and Jason! We’ll be back!
My mom and sisters and I stayed here for our trip to Trade Days. Close by and such a cute place. Everything you need and then some. Clean and comfortable. The owners are very friendly and sweet! Will come back every time!
Jason and Jennifer run an excellent bad and breakfast. The atmosphere and hospitality were top-notch. When I’m in the area again, I will definitely be booking with them.
This was the best girls trip EVER! This facility and Jennifer and Jason were the best hosts you could ever wish, dream or hope for. They even tolerated my chatty 7 year old. We WILL be back!
The hosts were absolutely perfect! They met all our needs, were kind, polite, and helpful! If you are taking a girls trip to Canton for Trade Days or just need a place to meet and hang out with friends this is the place. We loved that we each got our own bed. The room was very clean and decorated nicely. The pool was nice. I recommend booking this and will be back!
Jason and Jennifer were great hosts and made us feel very welcome. The property is beautiful and impeccably clean. It was even better than I expected and I will be back on my next visit to Canton.
Jennifer and Jason made our relaxing girls weekend exactly what we were looking for.
Rooms were very clean, decorated really cute, and very comfortable for all three us. The property is very close to Canton so restaurants and shopping were easy to get to. Definitely will return.
The room was very clean & decorated very nice.
Beds were very comfortable.
It was nice to have real cups & glasses in the room.
The warm chocolate chip cookies delivered to the door that night was an unexpected treat & cookies were yummy!!
The hosts were a kind & hospitable
couple. 💕
Highly recommend 👍
Shari D.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
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