Escape to the piney woods of Texas at this charming Rusk vacation rental. Perfect for families and friends, enjoy a well-equipped kitchen, covered patio with BBQ grill, views of the countryside, and outdoor dining space. Unwind by the fire pit or settle into the hammock under starry skies.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61500 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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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.
Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View
Are you seeking a relaxing escape in the piney woods of Texas? You’ll love this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath Rusk vacation rental! Perfect for families and friends, this cottage boasts a well-equipped kitchen, a covered patio, a BBQ grill, and views of the surrounding countryside. When you’re not exploring the property, head out to Lake Palestine for fishing, boating, and waterfront dining. After your adventures, roast s’mores over the fire pit or settle into the hammock for some stargazing!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Outdoor Dining Space | 35 Mi to Lake Palestine
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2 (Loft): Full Bed | Bonus Room: Full Futon | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress, Pack ‘n Play
HEAD OUTSIDE: Rock Water Ranch (1 mile), Rusk Footbridge Park (2 miles), Birmingham Golf Club (3 miles), Lake Jacksonville - watersports (18 miles), Lake Palestine - boating, fishing, swimming, marinas, waterfront dining (35 miles) LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS: Texas State Railroad - Rusk Depot (4 miles), Maydelle Country Wines (8 miles), Bulah’s Best Farm (13 miles) NEARBY TOWNS: Jacksonville (12 miles), Bullard (25 miles), Tyler (38 miles), Athens (52 miles) AIRPORT: Tyler Pounds Regional Airport (48 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This 2-story property requires 5 steps to enter and interior stairs to access the 2nd-floor bedroom - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 Ring exterior security camera located on the back porch in the right corner facing the entrance and parking. It does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when activated by motion. It will record when it first senses motion and 30 seconds after the last motion is detected
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near the marina
Things to do
Golfing nearby
Hunting nearby
Motor boating 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)
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
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
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 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
Located in Rusk, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Caddo Mounds State Historic Site and Jim Hogg Park, while Texas State Railroad Rusk Depot and Vanishing Texana Museum are cultural highlights. Motor boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby. Visit our Rusk travel guide
Is Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Rusk State Hospital and within 3 mi (5 km) of Rusk Footbridge and Jim Hogg Park. Texas State Railroad Rusk Depot and Adreneline Rush Zip Line are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View Reviews
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It had a homey feel and was clean. Kitchen was not as well-stocked as other places we’ve stayed, but was fine for us. Decor was nice. Plenty of space and places to sit while not overly crowded with furniture. There is a grocery store nearby. Overall we have enjoyed it.
We had a wonderful stay. The house was welcoming and the outside was well kept and relaxing. I would recommend putting a reflector at the driveway entrance. It's very dark at night and we had a hard time seeing the driveway. 100% recommend this house and would stay again.
My sister and I are absolutely in love with this house and property. This house was a very pleasant surprise and will definitely try to stay here again.
Our overall stay was good. The home was decorated with super cute decorations. It felt very home like and there was enough room for us all. Plenty of blankets and towels.
My only suggestions are regarding a few minor things that would only help improve for future visitors. (maybe even us again next year)
The back of tub was very slippery with the soft water. I’d like to suggest offering a slip resistant mat or tub stickers. My son had an incident and slipped. Although, not at all hurt.
There was a quite a bit of dust, debris, bugs, and pet hair behind the futon and underneath both beds. It could use a good sweeping/vacuum. Also, 3 single rolls of toilet paper for 3 adults and two boys for an entire week didn’t last. I did go out and purchase a double roll pack and left a partially used roll
behind for the next guests use. :)