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Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View

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A patio with outdoor furniture and a large umbrella, a covered porch with steps, and a view of a road and cars in the background.
A two-story house with a gravel driveway, a wooden fence, and a green door.
A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a matching ottoman, a fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.
A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, ottoman, and a fireplace.
A living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Rusk, TX
  • Place, Texas State Railroad Rusk Depot
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Jacksonville
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Texas State Railroad: Palestine Depot
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Additional Sleeping (Bonus Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 (Loft)

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

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About the area

Rusk

Located in Rusk, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caddo Mounds State Historic Site and Jim Hogg Park, while Texas State Railroad Rusk Depot and Vanishing Texana Museum are cultural highlights. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Rusk, TX

What's nearby

  • Rusk Footbridge - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Texas State Railroad Rusk Depot - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Lake Jacksonville - 15 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Texas State Railroad: Palestine Depot - 50 min drive - 57.6 km
  • Lake Tyler - 54 min drive - 78.1 km

Getting around

  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sonic - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View?

As of 9 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View on 5 Apr 2027 start from AU$619, 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 Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Rusk State Hospital and within 3 miles (5 km) of Rusk Footbridge and Jim Hogg Park. Texas State Railroad Rusk Depot and Adreneline Rush Zip Line are also within 9 miles (15 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. 8 out of 8 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall we had a pretty good experience. Very cute home and loved the backyard. Perfect size for a family of 4.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the house and big yard. House was clean and had all essentials. AC works good. We enjoyed exploriing the area and history of Rusk. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2026
To the Welch family , Thank you so much for the review and for choosing us ! Love to host you and your family again !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and private. Easy access to the surrounding communities.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome cozy & cute cottage

We loved the place it was perfect for our needs
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2025
From the owner: "Thank you, Michael! We appreciate your review. Glad it met your needs!"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The house was welcoming and the outside was well kept and relaxing. I would recommend putting a reflector at the driveway entrance. It's very dark at night and we had a hard time seeing the driveway. 100% recommend this house and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family time

My sister and I are absolutely in love with this house and property. This house was a very pleasant surprise and will definitely try to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice, Cozy

It had a homey feel and was clean. Kitchen was not as well-stocked as other places we’ve stayed, but was fine for us. Decor was nice. Plenty of space and places to sit while not overly crowded with furniture. There is a grocery store nearby. Overall we have enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic Retreat

Our overall stay was good. The home was decorated with super cute decorations. It felt very home like and there was enough room for us all. Plenty of blankets and towels. My only suggestions are regarding a few minor things that would only help improve for future visitors. (maybe even us again next year) The back of tub was very slippery with the soft water. I’d like to suggest offering a slip resistant mat or tub stickers. My son had an incident and slipped. Although, not at all hurt. There was a quite a bit of dust, debris, bugs, and pet hair behind the futon and underneath both beds. It could use a good sweeping/vacuum. Also, 3 single rolls of toilet paper for 3 adults and two boys for an entire week didn’t last. I did go out and purchase a double roll pack and left a partially used roll behind for the next guests use. :)
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
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