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SweetDove Stays- Cottage; w/Stocked Lake, Secure Parking

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A lakeside cabin with a covered porch and a small deck. - SweetDove Stays- Cottage; w/Stocked Lake, Secure Parking (Rains County)
A small cabin with a deck, a pond, and a grassy area. - SweetDove Stays- Cottage; w/Stocked Lake, Secure Parking (Rains County)
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A kitchen with a stainless steel sink, wooden cabinets, a built-in microwave, and a window with a hanging light fixture. - SweetDove Stays- Cottage; w/Stocked Lake, Secure Parking (Rains County)
A wooden deck with a grill, seating, and a view of a lake. - SweetDove Stays- Cottage; w/Stocked Lake, Secure Parking (Rains County)
Take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and a playground at SweetDove Stays- Cottage; w/Stocked Lake, Secure Parking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4399 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

SweetDove Stays- Cottage; w/Stocked Lake, Secure Parking

  • Escape to a peaceful 40-acre retreat featuring a private lake, secure parking, and breathtaking views. Watch brilliant sunrises and sunsets, then unwind under a sky full of stars that stretch to the horizon.Conveniently located just 5 minutes north of Emory, you’ll be close to multiple Lake Fork boat ramps and only 25 minutes from Canton’s world-famous First Monday Trade Days.Explore all 40 fenced acres at your leisure. It’s true nature—so bring sturdy shoes and enjoy the adventure. (Expect uneven ground, branches, wildlife, and the occasional snake.)We live on-site as hosts, and the COTTAGE was thoughtfully designed and built as our guest house—offering both privacy and support when you need it.Amenities & Features Private lake with fishing Referral to trusted local guide services Easy access from Hwy 19 Nearby dining & entertainment Transportation is available for an additional fee Nearby Destinations Lake Fork Lake Tawakoni Emory, Texas Sulphur Springs About the COTTAGE (399 sq. ft.)This cozy, tiny home is filled with natural light and overlooks a peaceful grove of trees. Inside you’ll find: Full kitchen with refrigerator, stove, and microwave Coffee supplies Glassware for enjoying wine on the deck King-size bed in the main bedroom Queen pull-out sofa sleeper In-unit washer and dryer Unlimited hot water courtesy of a tankless heaterWi-Fi via Starink and Dish Network Cable TV Pet-Friendly-No Fee w/approval (No Cats) Rules and some regulations do applyWe do accommodate Boats and Trailers with prior approval

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 399 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the area

Emory is home to this vacation home. Emory Livestock Auction and Hopkins County Veteran's Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ruby McKeowan Park and Lake Tawakoni. Visit our Emory travel guide
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Rains County, TX

What's nearby

  • A pier extending into a body of water with a sign advertising pizza and burgers.
    Lake Tawakoni
    25 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Lake Fork
    5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Ruby McKeowan Park
    14 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Emory Livestock Auction
    15 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Coleman Park
    25 min drive - 30.0 km

Restaurants

  • Whataburger
    12 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In
    11 min drive
  • Dairy Queen
    11 min drive
  • El Manna
    12 min drive
  • Dos Charos
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SweetDove Stays- Cottage; w/Stocked Lake, Secure Parking pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at SweetDove Stays- Cottage; w/Stocked Lake, Secure Parking?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SweetDove Stays- Cottage; w/Stocked Lake, Secure Parking?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SweetDove Stays- Cottage; w/Stocked Lake, Secure Parking located?

Situated in Emory, this vacation home is 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Ruby McKeowan Park and 6.8 mi (11 km) from Emory Livestock Auction. Lake Tawakoni and Sky Point Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Reviews

SweetDove Stays- Cottage; w/Stocked Lake, Secure Parking Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!!! Super quiet and peaceful!! Will define back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts were wonderful. The cottage was great, had everything we needed, plus very accommodating for our 2 dogs. The property was great for walks.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday getaway

It was a great, relaxing getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Sweet Dove hosts were more than hospitable and accommodating. Great, quiet, little spot in the country. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Get Away

Our stay was short & we wished it was longer just so we could enjoy all this property had to offer. The cottage was very charming, cozy and clean. We look forward to staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cabin by a pond

Property was well maintained, and clean . The host was friendly and showed us around the property. Great stay. Quiet area. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Definitely worth it!

If you're looking to get away, relax, and fish, this is the spot to go. Its quiet, and so relaxing, especially in the mornings drinking coffee out on the deck. I absolutely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Birthday Bass Fishing!

I highly recommend staying at Sweet Dove! It was my husband’s birthday week and we had a great time fishing on the property and Lake Fork. The cottage was immaculate and the owner was very helpful. We plan to stay there again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a very good time staying here for the Big Bass Splash. The host was very helpful and took very good care of all our needs. The little Cottage is set up perfect for 2 people but we were comfortable with 4 as well. Very nice relaxing and visiting on the deck overlooking the pond. Thanks again Shane for a very good stay. See ya’ll again next year or before probably!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved the property !!! Met all of our expectations!! Stayed bc we drove to a baptism revival in Willis Point 25 minutes away! Used the property to walk also walk everyday morning and evening!!! Absolutely Beautiful!! And loved sitting on back porch to drink coffee early morning to watch the sun rise !! Own of property so very kind and helpful !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place to stay if you are fishing Fork or Cedar Creek! Enough space to park a boat & I knew my boat would be safe here! Clean house and friendly host.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place at a reasonable price. Kids had a blast exploring the property and even caught a few crappie off the dock. Memorable trip and would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Very relaxing, hosts were wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was beautiful. Very quiet and peaceful. The house was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

It was a work trip so not much time for fun. I will stay there again if i work in that area. Very qu

Nice quit place. I enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

Property & house were great, enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun, relaxing weekend

Owner is very nice and helpful if we needed anything
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time

Very relaxing and a great time. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

This is one of the most relaxing places on earth. Very clean and safe. Beautiful view of the pond. We were able to decompress from life’s hectic schedule and just relax. The best of medicine!!!!Thank you Shane, we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very nice and very quite get away. Accommodations are well appointed but bring ice. The refrigerator is new but not hooked up to water. The water is very soft I believe they use a water softener system. I beautiful 8 acre pond/lake with several docks to sit at or fish from.Id use minnows even though I did catch a few on lures. The water is stained black clear so light penetration will diminish after a few feet. Colors in the red yellow orange chartreuse spectrum work best. You can walk around the entire lake. There is one BBQ grill so plan your outdoor cooking as others may beat you to it. Best to keep your dog on a leash. There are other critters out there and pick up all poop your pooch leaves behind . The CABIN has a ramp but also two sets of stairs so be mindful if you have trouble getting up and down stairs. The whole place is beautifully maintained a huge undertaking for the two owners. Help keep trash picked up and wash your dishes. We help stripping the beds so they don’t have so much work to do.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025