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Summer at the Lake! Book now for your preferred dates.. friends, family, pups!

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Malakoff

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A wooden deck with two chairs and a table, overlooking a grassy area with trees and a small pond.
A sunroom with large windows, a dining table with chairs, and a sofa.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, a refrigerator, and a window with blinds.
A kitchen with white and green cabinets, a marble countertop, and a wooden door.
A spacious living area with a dining table, black chairs, a sofa, and a large window with blinds.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Malakoff, TX
  • Place, Cedar Creek Reservoir
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Trinity Valley Community College
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Athens
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the area

Malakoff

On lake.Stay at this Malakoff vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Cedar Creek Reservoir and 9 miles (15 km) of Trinity River. Creslenn Ranch Lake and Creslenn Park are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cedar Creek Reservoir - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Trinity Valley Community College - 21 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Lake Athens - 27 min drive - 34.9 km
  • Purtis Creek State Park - 33 min drive - 50.8 km
  • New York - Texas Zipline Adventure - 46 min drive - 62.5 km

Getting around

  • Love Field Airport (DAL) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Whistletop Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hernandez Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Summer at the Lake! Book now for your preferred dates.. friends, family, pups!

**email about lake level. PEACEFUL, NATURE, WILDLIFE abounds, NO TRAFFIC. SAFE PARKING cars, boat trailers, inquire if lbringing a boat! WALK , BIKE safely.
**SAFE FOR CHILDREN, KAYAKS, PADDLE BOARDS. ** WORK HERE-excellent internet-cell (1) Queen next to full bath, (2) king & 2 twins with half bath & screened porch, (3) queen off lakeside den, (4) queen sofa bed in den. KITCHEN equipped to cook, serve. DINING tables seat 10+. Central ac/heat, ceiling fans, Cable TV all channels.
*DECK, SHADED LAWN, chairs, chiminea, gas & charcoal grills, picnic table. Bring your games. *BOATS-our LARGE COVE IS IN SIGHT OF BOAT RAMP at Caney City bridge or 0.5 mile to Fisherman's Wharf Marina -sells licenses, bait, supplies.
*Property Manager to assist guests with boat/jet ski rental, fishing guide and other area information to ease your planning...
*Restaurants, Shopping, Water Park nearby.ONLY 4-10 MILES to Athens’ shopping, restaurants, UT Health Hospital, movies.
*18 miles to Texas Freshwater Fisheries and The Boathouse, popular restaurant, on shore of Lake Athens.
*18+ miles to Mabank-Gun Barrel City with shopping, restaurants, movie theater, Whatz Up Family Amusement Park.
*25 minutes to Canton 1st Monday, Edom artists, famous Blue Moon Nursery. *50 min to Tyler-shop & eat like Dallas!
*20 min to Eustace drive through Wild Life Park & Purtis Creek Lake State Park.
•COME FOR A WEEKEND OR WEEK! Holidays require 3 night minimum reservation.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1"on-site accessible parking spaces 1", on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please leave all beds unmade that were slept in. Do not make beds.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

SMOKING OUTDOORS ONLY NO GLASS OUTSIDE NO FIREWORKS OR FIREARMS LIFE JACKETS for all children OUTDOOR MUSIC ok until midnight

NO OVERNIGHT SLEEPING on leather sofas

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Summer at the Lake! Book now for your preferred dates.. friends, family, pups! to the airport?

This vacation home is 80 mi (93-min drive) away from the Love Field Airport (DAL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Summer at the Lake! Book now for your preferred dates.. friends, family, pups! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Summer at the Lake! Book now for your preferred dates.. friends, family, pups! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Summer at the Lake! Book now for your preferred dates.. friends, family, pups!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Summer at the Lake! Book now for your preferred dates.. friends, family, pups!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Summer at the Lake! Book now for your preferred dates.. friends, family, pups!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Summer at the Lake! Book now for your preferred dates.. friends, family, pups! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Summer at the Lake! Book now for your preferred dates.. friends, family, pups! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Summer at the Lake! Book now for your preferred dates.. friends, family, pups! to downtown Malakoff?

This vacation home is 2 mi away from Malakoff.

Summer at the Lake! Book now for your preferred dates.. friends, family, pups! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I’m a repeat customer. Highly recommend. Great place.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

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

Great place

Nice place and nice people
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

PRISCILLA G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and quiet, beautiful lake view!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 stars on everything. This will be my go to in makakoff Texas
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veronica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very clean,nice, quiet and comfortable! A very nice set up for my grandbabies and my daughters! The host is the best!! I really enjoyed the house
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house on the lake! Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley W.

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

Great place to stay

We enjoyed our time at this beautiful property. It was peaceful and relaxing. The property owner was kind and considerate of our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

LaKesha D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The lake view was nice, and the host were very friendly. The home is a little dated but was fine for our purpose. Plenty of space for hanging out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam E.

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

Great place to get away

The place was cozy and comfortable, and the scenery around the lake was beautiful. It was a great place to take in the solar eclipse!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Last minute trip

Had a great time. Excellent hosts
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Cute little lake house

Cute house. Enjoyed our stay. The house was well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer B.

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

Awesome property!

Had so much fun, the hosts are great and so friendly. House is cute and has everything you need. We had a relaxing time fishing and tanning. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good budget option for a weekend on the lake. Clean house and helpful hosts, although we didn't need any help!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ella P.

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

Beautiful & quiet.

We came to this area for 3 graduation. We got to fish one morning & that was a lot of fun too. The host was so nice & the property was beautiful! We enjoyed our stay & hope to return soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

frank b.

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

Peace and quiet

We had a great time, it was just what we were looking for. Very peaceful, very quiet and the fishing wasn't bad either.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Time

Everything was as advertised. Owner was very helpful and did a great job of communicating. Will stay here again if we go back to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

brandon j.

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

Perfect house for a family trip.

Listing was very accurate. Great communication with the property manager. Perfect place for large family or even two families.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melody L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My stay was a wonderful place to unwind and enjoy life. I had stressful family business in Dallas (not far away) that had to be done but all my burdens seemed to melt away when I returned to Mallard's Mist. It's easy to unwind when you pull in the drive and there is a beautiful heard of deer.
The property is very nicely maintained and the deer come and dust and dawn.
I counted 15 or 16 deer.
They are so curious, they come right up to you, as long as you don't make any sudden movements.
If you do spook them they move very fast.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Spencer F.

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

Perfect for familys with little kids

The property is safe and perfect for adults and littles. The walk up beach front is perfect for everyone to easily get in and out of the water. Fishing was great at night even while it was hot. Plenty of shade all in the back and great ac in the housem
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My husband and his two long time friends stayed in this wonderful house for a “guys” fishing and golf trip. They had only positive things to say about the house and its awesome patio view of the lake. They will gladly stay there again, and I’m considering a girls trip there as well. They recommend it highly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bobby B.

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

The Mallard Mist.

This place was truly amazing next to the lake. The home was clean, every needed was there, towels dish cloths, dishes were well stocked as well as cookware. The children really loved it because they could swim in the lake everyday. Our host was nice and explained everything we needed to know. We decided that we would love to come back another time. I recommend this rental to anyone wanting to stay on the lake.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria Winburne V.

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

Diamond in the sand

Such a beautiful lake, the 4th largest in Texas. The property is right on the lake. Spacious lawns offer tranquility. Wonderful lanes and streets for walks or bike rides. Lots of room for our 5 family members to hang out. Plenty of amenities for a large group. The local restaurants are better than expected for a small town. Pretty special place. We definitely tagged this one as a "return place "
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danny M.

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

Our Favorite Lake House!

We have been coming here now 7 out of the last 8 years for the 4th of July. Can’t express how much we love it here, the house is right on the water and able to walk right in. The yard is always kept up and the trees provide great shade during the day. We have been out here with anywhere from 4-10 people and never felt crowded. Jon is always very attentive and deals with anything that comes up very quickly. We highly recommend staying at the Mallard Mist!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darrell S.

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

Tranquility

Had an amazing weekend, was not used to spring mattress beds but the peacefulness of the entire area made up for it. If your looking to get away from the noises of the city i would definitely recommend sraying here. The lake behind the house only gets about waste deep, perfect for kids to splash and play in. Once you get out past the boat docks it gets deeper. We enjoyed seeing all the Mallard Ducks, the few deer we seen at night right out by the water.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Misty H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Getaway—A Hidden Gem on the Lake!Our stay at this charming, older lake house was nothing short of amazing. We had a group of 8 older teens and adults, plus one energetic 3-year-old—and not a single complaint from anyone the entire time (which says everything).From the moment we arrived, the cozy, homey feel of the house made us feel like we were staying at a beloved family retreat. We swam, caught fish, ran barefoot through the soft green grass, and stretched out under the sun with nothing but the sounds of nature around us.But more than anything, this was the perfect place to unwind. No pressure, no rush—just space to relax, reconnect, and enjoy each other’s company. It’s rare to find a place that keeps every age group happy, but this lake house truly delivered. We’re already talking about when we can come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025