Family-friendly vacation rentals in Henderson County

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.

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.

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!

Scenic 2BR Villa w/ 2 Balcony | Selah Place Resort

"The Walnut" at Selah Place Resort is your front-row seat to nature’s quiet beauty. This 1000 sq ft villa features two calming bedrooms, two full bathrooms with spa-style rain head showers, and two private balconies where you can watch the sun rise and stars appear. After time by the lake or pool, come home to sacred stillness and soul-level restoration. Firewood, S'mores, Charcuterie, and Curated Experience Packages available for additional purchase. Inquire to personalize your stay.

4-2Waterfront/Fire-pit/Patio/Kayaks/Dock/Boat Ramp

Looking for a cozy waterfront home on Cedar Creek Lake for the family? This 4/2 Waterfront with Deck Dock is the perfect layout for multiple families. We’re just 1 hour from downtown Dallas. Buffalo Inn is surrounded by mature trees, on an open protected cove right off the main body of the lake. (Best tubing, skiing water run on the lake) You’ll have access to games,2kayaks with 130Lb weight limits, hammock, floats, water toys, fishing gear, gas grill, wood fire pit, corn hole more!

Pop's Lakefront Retreat

Relaxing waterfront 2/1 open floor plan in the country. Large 6 chair dinning room table. Lots of amenities in the kitchen. TV's in allrooms. Sitting area's on front and back porch's. Has gas grill and picnic table on back porch. Fire pit area, porch for gathering, hammock for relaxing. Fully fenced yard. On protective cove. One house from open cove. Great for Kayaking, paddle boat, swimming. Fishing dock. Minutes from shopping, restaurants, golf, Canton First Monday, etc.

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!

El Sueno (The Dream)Lake House with Beach Front

LAKE HOUSE with wide open-water on the sunset side of Cedar Creek Lake. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, conveniently located 10 minutes from restaurants and shops.Fully stocked kitchen, 3 different barbecue grills,DVD movies, Karaoke and loads of board games. Enjoy boating, jet skiing (nearby rentals), fishing, swimming, kayaking, relax & adore the beautiful view by the Barzebo or at the fire pit making S'more:) 2 bedrooms have walk out balcony facing the gorgeous lake view.

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.

The Bunkhouse

Welcome to The Bunkhouse! Its rustic space features an open floor plan with the living room, kitchen (that has everything you need), and bathroom downstairs. The beds are located upstairs in the loft. Rural small town, 15 miles from either Lake Palestine or Lake Athens, 30 miles from Tyler, TX, and an easy drive to Canton Trade Days. Only 3 miles away from TX Ziplining Adventure and an array of local wineries around!

Perfect Cabin for Two

Hi and welcome to our container cabin in Eustace, Texas! If you are craving the outdoors, our container cabin offers the perfect base. Surrounded by nature, you can enjoy some peace, quiet, and easy access to the beauty around you. Come and embrace the tranquility of nature without sacrificing modern amenities in our cute and comfortable cabin for two. Our Cabin has all you need for a great stay.