Family-friendly holiday rentals in Athens

Wide-open Country Stay: 3 bedroom House on 2 acres

Wifi added! Relax with the family at this peaceful country retreat. Come and truly get away while you stay at this 2 acre country property. Relax and unwind while you rock on the porch, drink coffee and breathe in the fresh air, take a hike at Davey Dogwood Park, ride the train at Texas State Railroad, or go fishing at Richland Chambers Lake which is just a short drive away. Nestled in between Athens and Palestine this 3 bedroom, 1 bath house is pet friendly and designed to get the kids playing.

Holly Cabin on Scenic Wooded Mossbridge Farm

Our two cabins, Holly and Dogwood, are located on a quiet, wooded 10 acre retreat that is 8 miles from Athens. Our special feature is a spring fed creek that flows year round and has it's own micro climate that is perfect for native ferns, mixed hardwood forest and dogwoods. We have provided a nature trail for bird watching and exercise. Recently we designed and constructed a beautiful pond with three waterfalls and a deck overhanging the water with chairs for enjoying our private paradise.

Mini Metal Moonshine Mansion

If you've ever wanted to experience living in a tiny home while fishing from the backyard come stay here! The second bedroom is a beautiful loft in this 6 year old 900 sq ft lakefront retreat. Cute Athens is only 5 miles away, and Canton's First Monday is 30 miles away. After a fun day of fishing, kayaking, SUP races, swimming in the lake, pedal boating, feeding the ducks, cornhole, or frisbee throwing enjoy a gorgeous east TX sunset with your favorite beverage and then a fire with s'mores.

The Green Door. Sweet space near Edom/Canton/Tyler

Our goal is excellent hospitality and a light breakfast is included. Please share dietary restrictions. Great place to unwind. Tiny house sits at the front of our 10 acre property with a beautiful pond & fishing. This is a great place to unwind/disconnect. Super comfy queen bed. Fully stocked kitchen. Smart TV works from your hot spot. BluRay player. 1 mile-Green Goat Winery (open Fri/Sat) and 3 miles- Blue Moon Nursery. 20 min-Canton, 20 min-Tyler, 10 min-Ben Wheeler for great food/music.

Large RV in the country

We have a wonderful 5th wheel to stay in during your visit to the area. We are located between Canton TX (for 1st Monday) and Athens TX(Texas Freshwater Fishery, etc.) The Oak Castle Winery is only a few miles away. The 5th wheel is close to us in a quiet neighborhood. It has great air-conditioning, heat, is clean and can sleep up to 6 people. We provide clean sheets, towels, a coffee maker, coffee and fresh eggs. Anything else you need is only a knock on the door away. Please Come see us.

RANCH experience - minutes from Lake Athens

Just minutes from LAKE ATHENS - rare opportunity to experience actual RANCH living on this 30 acre miniature horse ranch. Beautifully appointed new 2 bedroom 2 bath ranch house with front porch overlooking the coastal pasture. Spend time exploring 30 acres of woods, the spring fed tank or just marvel at the animals galore. We have 5 large horses, over 100 miniature horses, numerous miniature goats and their adorable babies and don't miss our pot belly pigs. Fun for the whole family.

The Stockard Stay a While

"The Stockard Stay Awhile" is located in the peaceful countryside 6 miles west of Athens, Texas off of Hwy 175. Recently remodeled, this charming apartment can sleep 4 comfortably. You will be close to Canton (First Monday) 25 miles, Tyler-45 miles, Cedar Creek Lake -10 miles, or Dallas -60 miles. We are located in a quiet rural area with cows, horses, and birds for neighbors. Come stay awhile and listen to the sounds of the country and soak in the beautiful pastoral scenes.-

Small rustic cabin on ranch close by main house

Simple ,very quiet,western decorated rustic studio cabin by main house on 200 acre working cattle ranch . Great work place.Small lake for fishing .Unlike others,NO cleaning fee /deposit. Stocked lake catfish / bass. Outside fire pits . Charcoal bbq grill . Do have a little wood , but bring your own wood too. 3 miles into town ,with stores supermkt, restaurants . Cedar creek lake with 300 miles of shoreline close by ...boat / fishing rentals . 15 miles from famous Canton Trade Days

Lake Athens Experience

Beautiful view of spring fed beautiful Lake Athens from the front porch. A little slice of paradise to relax and enjoy. Watch the abundent deer stroll through this scenic quiet neighborhood. At the end of the street is the marina which hosts fabulous dining and boat ramp or walk to the Texas Parks Freshwater Fishery for a tour and fishing. Wifi and cable TV now available. Only 90 minutes from the DFW metroplex. Come relax and enjoy the beauty of East Texas. So much to see.

Getaway Space in nature - near lakes - The Oak

"The Oak" at Selah Place Resort is your invitation to pause. Tucked among trees, this minimalist micro-casita offers sacred space to rest, reflect, and restore. Plush Nectar Bed, spa-like rain shower, quiet corners for journaling, and nearby lake access make it a restful refuge. Don't forget to refresh in our new pool. This is more than a stay—it’s a Selah moment. Firewood, S'mores, Charcuterie & Curated Special Packages available. Inquire for more!

Cozy home with yard - Pearl Cottage

Get away from it all and discover the allure of lake life at this modern 2-bedroom, 1 bathroom cottage. Set on half an acre just steps away from Cedar Creek Reservoir and a short drive from the DFW area, this rental is ideal for a couples getaway, or as a family retreat. Enjoy a front row seat to nature while sitting on the front or back porch, walking around a beautiful lakefront neighborhood, and fishing, swimming or boating on the lake.

Alphin's Red Barn & Venue

1 room apartment above our barn. Rustic decor with deck to set and watch sunsets and wildlife. A small pond full of Sun Perch is great for kids and a larder pond in the back full of bass and crappie. Pretty quiet around here, so if you're looking for a place to get away from the hussle of life, this is it. airbnb.com/h/cowcreek, our second BnB may be available if the barn is already booked