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Island Park Cottage- 2 bedroom home on the Lake

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TV
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 798 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gun Barrel City, TX
  • Cedar Creek Reservoir
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Tom Finley Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • The Library at Cedar Creek Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Island Park Cottage- 2 bedroom home on the Lake

Island Park Cottage is a large and private property with a cozy open concept 2-bedroom home located on the lake in Gun Barrel City. Perfect for a family getaway or a small group of friends, you will have direct access from the backyard to the lake for less than most other waterfront homes on the lake. Only an hour away Dallas, Cedar Creek Lake combined with Island Park Cottage is the perfect destination for those looking to escape the city life for a few days.
Located in a quiet neighborhood in Gun Barrel City, you can take a walk or ride a bike through the neighborhood. You have access to the Walmart and Brookshires Grocery store within a few minutes' drive. Visit the multiple local restaurants or choose to eat at home on the water.
Inside of home:
Open concept living room/kitchen
Living room has sofa, leather side chair, tv with Hulu, Netflix and Disney Plus. Fireplace has electric heater insert.
Kitchen contains: refrigerator, oven, dishwasher, microwave, blender, food processor, toaster, instant pot, pots and pans, dishes, silverware, cooking spices.
1st Bedroom: Queen bed with bedding and pillows.
2nd Bedroom: Full bed, twin bed and pull out twin bed, bedding, pillows, tv with Old School video games.
Bathroom: Stand up shower basic toiletries.
Sunroom: sofa with queen sleeper, washer/dryer, full length wrap-around drapery for privacy.


On the Outside:
The lake levels can vary throughout the year, please ask about current lake levels if your visit will include plans to get out on the lake.
Raised deck from the back door with outdoor seating including a couch and a bar/table for eating.
The grill is located right off deck.
with overhead string lights to help see across the expansive backyard.
A paddleboard and kayak as well as life vests are provided (You may want to bring your own to assure proper fit).
Fish directly from our lower dock,
Stairway with rails to help you get in and out of the water.
Three beach cruisers and a jr. bike.
Dock to tie off boat for day use. We do not recommend leaving your boat in overnight as there is not a boat lift and can be damaged if the water gets rough. Tying up to the dock is done at the guest's risk. We take no responsibility for any damage that could occur to your boat. Local boat ramp is less than 5 minutes away.
Upper deck above dock is now open. Enjoy the beautiful sunset views of the lake!
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Cedar Creek Reservoir. A kitchen and a sofa bed are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and sofa bed
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Cedar Creek Reservoir and a 4-minute drive from Tom Finley Park
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Courtney Manqueros

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling on site
  • Kayaking on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1050 sq ft (98 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

712734

Island Park Cottage- 2 bedroom home on the Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

Liked: Cleanliness
End of Summer Vacation
Property was in a great location with easy access to the lake. House was very comfortable and had all necessities to that made the stay feel like home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Excellent spot for quick get away
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Getaway
The house and property was so peaceful, it’s just what we needed as a family. We plan to come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great in every way!
Courtney has put a great deal of though into making your stay relaxing, comfortable and stocked with essentials. It’s very clean and spacious with very comfortable sofas, chairs, and beds! The kitchen has all the essentials you’ll need, including lots of spices. It has a great view of the lake tributary from the patio deck outside or from the sunroom that runs the full length of the back of the house. Large trees to enjoy the shade. We enjoyed kayaking, and used the paddle board. The corn hole pad they’ve got is great fun too! Lights for outside ambience at night. We didn’t use the fire pit but it’s a great added feature. Great area to walk or bike the streets and enjoy the neighborhood. Courtney checks in to make everything is okay and was quick to respond when one set of lights didn’t work due to power outage. It was an easy fix. Loved our stay and we’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is your vacation getaway
We absolutely loved this property. Grew up in the same neighborhood and lived there for years. This is one of the best VRBO I have ever stayed in. The host was wonderful to work with. I HIGHLY recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls getaway
Our stay was fabulous! The house is great and the host is great to work with….gives attention to every detail! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Great house and location for the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful lake house getaway
This sweet lake house was even better than expected. It was perfectly clean and the host had provided everything you would want or need to fully enjoy the stay. The house is perfectly decorated and has every comfortable of home including a fully stocked kitchen, bathroom necessities such as fresh toothbrushes and nice toiletries, fluffy comforters, and a nice smell greets you when you arrive. The closed in patio is nice for morning coffee with a view of the lake and there is a large outdoor area with activities if you want to partake. Courtney was quick to answer any question we had and made the experience so nice. My daughter and I will be back next time we go to Canton!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayla R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
What a beautiful place!
The property is lovely and well maintained. The sunroom on the back of the house makes the trip totally worthwhile! Courtney is responsive and extremely helpful. My husband and I had a wonderful time. Thank you, Courtney!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it more this time!!
2nd stay, this time over Christmas Holiday. Cortney was amazing… Vrbo was spotless, cozy, and best: decorated for Christmas!!! Can’t imagine staying anywhere else in GBC!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debby M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Canton Trip
The house was great. The owner responded quickly when reaching out. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Could NOT have wished for a better place!!
Amazing and responsive host, warm, inviting, and spotless!! So glad we chose this Vrbo… we picked based on proximity to my daughters Gun Barrel City house. We are returning because we absolutely loved the space! I especially liked the sunroom, felt like I was outside without being out in actual heat of the day. Cortney is the Best!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday get away
Absolutely wonderful home, owners, and location. We had 4 friends join us one afternoon to celebrate my husband’s birthday and they also loved the house. We floated in the canal and kayaked and paddle boarded to the lake. We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Details Matter!
I have stayed at many VRBO properties over the years and this is #1 on my list for the attention to all the details that made my Mom’s stay comfortable. We normally rent something larger, to fit our family of 10, but this time it was just my Mom and me with my daughters visiting. The size was perfect! It felt MUCH larger than the square footage listed in the description!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deena H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A spectacular getaway
If you're looking for peace and solitude topped off by stylish and comfortable surroundings, then this is it!! This place is a true gem from top to bottom. We enjoyed our stay here so much on our very first family ladies' trip and this adorable home provided everything that we could ask for. We absolutely love the ability to sit on the dock, fish and take in the outdoors plus have to use of the fantastic, enclosed patio room when it was raining. You cannot go wrong here! Thank you so much for such a wonderful place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Attention to details
We’ve stayed at mini vacation rental location and this one supersedes them all by far! Courtney has given careful attention to all the little details. Decorating was in keeping with the theme of the property and we found the rental to be clean and very well stocked with everything we needed from condiments to water to bug spray.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

sungjin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice stay
Very clean house, and the owner is very kind and I would like to come back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naquetta S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxed to the Max
This was a nice & cozy spot, perfect for my boyfriend & I to have a relaxing getaway. I informed Courtney that we were celebrating a belated birthday & an upcoming birthday, and she surprised us with a cake & balloons. The house was very clean & had everything that we needed. Although the house was nice & comfortable, we spent most of our time outside on the backyard deck, by the firepit and on the deck by the lake. Courtney reached out to us to make sure that our stay was going ok & to let us know to reach out to her if we needed anything. We will most definitely be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felicia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
First Monday & Relaxing Girls Trip
This home and property manager are amazing! Decor and cleanliness of the home is fantastic! Decor is perfectly, light and relaxing. The home had all the amenities we needed in the kitchen and was not over crowded with unnecessary items, making what we needed easy to find. Can't wait to find another reason to go back to this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon G., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary getaway
Everything was brand new in the home and loved the small but loaded kitchen with plenty of counter space. We spent most of our time on the back deck just enjoying our stay. We loved it and plan to come back. Courtney, property manager, communicated with us very well and made sure everything was ready when we arrived. Thank you very much for the beautiful home on the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madison C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
We loved the location of this property. Christina and her husband were SO kind and hospitable. We will definitely be coming back in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
We will delighted to stay at this property! Super clean and the property manager was incredibly helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Glenda J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving Stay Review
The kitchen is well stocked with cookware and necessities. Living area pleasant and included fall decorations. Very clean place. Towels very nice. The Sun porch looks pleasant. However, we were limited to the house, due to rain and temp. Gracious hostess. I let my friend stay in the main bedroom and I was stuck with with the second bedroom. Ugh! Bunk beds, no table and lamp! (So this rental is limited to a couple with kids.) You can’t read, have a leisurely cup of coffee in bed etc. Used my cooler to sit items.on! TV choices and Wi-Fi were bad. The tv on line has outdated choices and I can’t recommend HULU. The bathroom needs a small table to sit toiletries etc. on. Either you try to balance your items on the sink or place on the floor. I recommend you get a narrow table with chairs that you sit behind the sofa. Not everyone wants to sit on bar stools. Per my friend, the bed in main bedroom needs a step stool. I do appreciate you driving over on Thanksgiving to help us with the tv! Hope this helps! Glenda
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage on the lake
This cute little house is on the canal very close to the open lake. Everything was provided for in this house. Beds and bedding were extremely comfortable! We loved spending time on the closed in porch since it was too hot to sit outside. Unfortunately, due to the drought there wasn't any water in the canal. Other than that, this stay was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Delia K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away
This place was just as pictured if not better. Our family enjoyed hanging out at the house and kids loved playing corn hole. We were disappointed we couldn’t do water activities due the low lake level and extreme heat, but we made the best of it. Homeowner had great suggestions of indoor things to do that my kids loved.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022