Places to stay near Purtis Creek State Park

The Bluegill Aframe cabin at Bluegill Lake Cabins

A-Frame Bluegill Cabin is a waterfront retreat with an open floor plan living room and furnished kitchen. King bed and full bath is on main floor, loft has two twin beds in the Aframe peaks. Outside relax in the hot tub overlooking the pond, rinse off in the outdoor shower, cook on the charcoal grill, all on the deck. With the pier extending directly from the deck, puts you just steps from the water. Complete with a fire pit and picnic table, this cabin is perfect for couples and small families.

Adorable Red Roof Cottage nestled in treed acreage

A perfect waterfront getaway! This newly renovated 2 bedroom 2 bath cottage is located on a private cove, in a quiet neighborhood, on Cedar Creek lake. The large deck overlooks the water and is perfect for outdoor entertaining. With a half acre lot, enjoy the outdoors playing volleyball, corn hole and other activities (kayaks and bikes are available upon request). Gather around the fire-pit at night enjoy the stars. The interior is beautifully decorated and equipped with everything you need.

The Hygge House - Respite in the forest

Escape into nature and experience the warm embrace of hygge (HYOO-gah) - a Danish word that describes a deep feeling of well-being. Nestled in a tranquil natural setting, our home is a sanctuary for slow living, rest, and fostering connection. The soft furnishings and natural light make this the perfect place to savor some of the simple pleasures of life - fresh baked cookies, a nap in our oversized deck hammock and meaningful conversation. Our hope is that you leave renewed. 12mi to Downtown

Dogwood Cabin on Scenic Wooded Mossbridge Farm

Our two cabins Dogwood and Holly 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.

Lone Star Lake Cottage-4 bed/bath, putting green

LAKEFRONT, SUNSET VIEWS, PUTTING GREEN, MASSIVE DECK SPACE!! Relax on the deck and watch the sun set over Cedar Creek Lake. Enjoy evenings in the hot-tub, or on the putting green as dinner is grilled on the Blackstone, then wake up and enjoy coffee at the kitchen table and admire the lake-view through the wall of windows. Since 2022 the house has gotten new fencing, a putting green, a new PAC-MAN machine, a new 2-story Trex deck, and a new boat dock. Privately owned, managed, and cared for.

The Firefly Guesthouse- Quiet Lakeside Retreat

A unique cabin in the woods, just 20 minutes from Canton First Monday. Our lakeside guesthouse is a wonderful respite tucked away from the hustle of the city. Charming surroundings for an unforgettable girls retreat, or leave the husband here to fish while you shop! Sleep in a silo or on the screened sleeping porch as the coyotes howl. Meet our goat, Punkin, or visit the veggie garden. You'll enjoy serene views, and starry skies! We highly recommend unplugged weekends at The Firefly!

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.-

Moon Honey Treehouse - Romantic Getaway - No Kids

Gorgeous treehouse escape nestled in the tree tops of Garden Valley, Tx. The perfect place for a honeymoon, anniversary or surprise romantic getaway! All the joy and imagination of a treehouse combined with elegance, modernized to help adults relax and reconnect. Enjoy coffee in the trees on the balcony, wine and cheese with a sunset view, indoor/outdoor shower. Fully stocked kitchen and outdoor hibachi grill for those who love to cook, great local restaurants for those who don’t.

COPilot’s Landing-Lakefront home @Cedar Creek Lake

Cute, lake front cottage-like house will be perfect for your weekend getaways or week long vacations! Two bed /2 bath home is lakefront with beautiful views of the rising sun. The porch is the perfect place to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning, an adult beverage in the afternoon, followed by a glass of wine at sunset. It’s perfectly situated 3 minutes from Gun Barrel City where you can access Walmart, entertainment or shopping & light-years away from big town worries!

Southern Dream-New Luxury Treehouse

SOUTHERN DREAM is a luxurious, pond-side treehouse in the woods. It is the ideal place to spend your honeymoon or a romantic getaway with your love. Indoors, SOUTHERN DREAM has massive picture windows, a large walk-in rain shower, a fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Outside, you’ll enjoy relaxing in the hot tub, resting on the swing bed, walking the trails, or fishing at the pond. Make SOUTHERN DREAM your own and fall in love all over again.

Relaxing Treehouse Getaway

Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. This tree house is sitting on stilts among trees where a beautiful oak tree comes through the elevated outside dining patio area. The tree house is located on our 15 acres of wooded property with approx. 1 mile in walking trails in the woods on the property for exploring and observing wildlife. Our guests frequently notice our deer and other woodland creatures who share this space with us.

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.