[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Murphy Lake House Cabin in Zavalla with kitchen and balcony ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91040000/91035100/91035057/d2adc95f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91040000/91035100/91035057/27f61868.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91040000/91035100/91035057/06ff8778.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91040000/91035100/91035057/42c01c8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91040000/91035100/91035057/60817b3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the Black Forest community on Lake Sam Rayburn, this cabin on stilts offers a relaxing retreat. Enjoy holiday entertainment and watch wildlife like deer and foxes from the spacious covered front porch or take a short walk to the nearby boat ramp. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Murphy Lake House This cabin on stilts is located in the Black Forest community on Lake Sam Rayburn. Relax on the spacious covered front porch where you can watch anything from locals on their golf carts to deer and foxes sneaking around in the early morning. The community often has holiday entertainment and the perfect family environment. Walking distance to the boat ramp, perfect for fishermen as you can part two trucks and trailers on property. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Kayak ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92020000/92016700/92016671/334fbb3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### MaK’s Place on Lake Sam Rayburn Zavalla - Dryer - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill 10 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=92016671&PinnedHotelID=92016671&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31760000/31758300/31758262/53d91a5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Lake Area Cabin! 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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 Zavalla is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sam Rayburn Reservoir and Boykin Springs at Angelina National Forest. [Visit our Zavalla travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Zavalla.dx3000459411) [View more Cabin rentals in Zavalla](https://www.expedia.ca/Zavalla-Cabins.d3000459411-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=31.15686,-94.26516&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:oee%7DDfdj%7EP%40Q%3FQ%3FS%40Q%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40Q%40Q%40SBO%40QBQBSBOBQBODSBODOBSDODODQFODODQFOFOFOFOFOFMFOHMFOHMHOHKHOHMHMHMJKHMJKJMHKJKJIJKJKLKJIJILKJGLKJGLILGLILGLGLGLGLGNELGLENELENCLENCLENCNCLCNANCLANANCN%3FNANAL%3FN%3FNAN%40N%3FL%3FN%40N%40N%3FNBN%40L%40NBN%40LBNBNBLDNBLDNBLDNDLDLFNDLFLFLFLFLFLHLFLHJFLJJFLJJHJHLJJJJJJHJJJJHLJJHLJJHLHLHLHNHJHNHLFNHLFNFLFNFNFNFNFNDPDNFNDPDNDNBRDNBNDRBNBPBNBRBP%40PBN%40R%40P%40P%40P%40P%3FP%40P%3FR%3FP%40PAP%3FP%3FPAR%3FPAPAPAPAPAPCPAPCPCPCPCPCNEPCPENCPEPENEPGNENEPGLGPGLGPGLGNGNILGNILILILINILILIJKLIJKLIJKLKJKHKJKJMJKHKHMJKFMHKHMHMFMHMFMFMFMFMFODMDMFODMDOBMDOBMDOBO%40MDO%40OBM%40O%40OBO%3FO%40O%40M%3FO%3FO%40OAO%3FM%3FOAOAO%3FOCOAMAOCOAMEOAOCMEOCMEOCMEOEMGMEOEMGMGMGMGMGMIMGMIKIMIKGMKKIKIMKKKKKKIKKIMKKKMIKKMIKIMIMIOIMIMIMGOIMGOGOGMGQGMGQGMEQEOGOEQEOEQCQEOCQEQCOCQCQCQCQAQCQAQAQAQAQAQ%3FQAS%3FQ%3FQAQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lSWUQDxi2kqg6kZyo4LdwzAF8ZE=) Zavalla, TX ### What's nearby - Sam Rayburn Reservoir - 16 min drive - 10.3 km - Boykin Springs at Angelina National Forest - 29 min drive - 25.3 km - Twin Dikes Park - 51 min drive - 53.2 km - Sturrock Cemetery - 53 min drive - 47.7 km ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Murphy Lake House pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Murphy Lake House? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Murphy Lake House? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Murphy Lake House located? > Situated in Zavalla, this cabin is 5 mi (8.1 km) from Sam Rayburn Reservoir and within 25 mi (40 km) of Boykin Springs at Angelina National Forest and Twin Dikes Park. Sturrock Cemetery and CHRISTUS Southeast Texas - Jasper Memorial Hospital are also within 32 mi (52 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Murphy Lake House Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph M. May 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Getaway Cabin Our stay was amazing. Great location to many different ramps to launch the boat. Hospitality and amenities were outstanding. ##### Joseph M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber S. Oct 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fishing Weekend Great property, location and communication! ##### Amber S. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly D. Nov 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning This home was absolutely perfect for our short stay! Bed was so comfortable!! ❤️❤️❤️ ##### Kimberly D. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### joy b. Nov 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely rental for fishing Sam Raborn Very clean ##### joy b. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim F. Mar 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very pleasant, rustic location. Well appointed, host was very helpful and responsive. My husband loved the lift! Thank you so much for the hospitality. ##### Kim F. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christa G. Aug 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Couples getaway We had a great time. Came so my husband couls fish and we could have a weekend away together. Great house with fantastic location. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Christa G. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### GLENDA S. Feb 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake Great ##### GLENDA S. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy D. Sep 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Cabin Murphys lake house is the second rental I've stayed in that's owned by Jessika. both are exceptional. Clean, Great amenities and furnishings, just a quick walk to the beach area and boat launch. the neighborhood is peaceful and friendly neighbors makes it a perfect getaway. ##### Kathy D. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### stephanie s. Mar 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet and relaxing ! I love the community it is quiet and I loved that and that was just what my family and I needed. A break from the noise! Property manager was nice and accommodating! ##### stephanie s. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra H. Mar 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place! We really enjoyed our stay. Very comfortable! The fish cleaning station was really a plus! The porch was so nice to relax on after a day on the lake. Jessica checked in with us to see if we needed anything. Everything was perfect! Very clean and comfortable. We will definitely be back. ##### Debra H. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathan G. Jul 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautifully Designed Peaceful Home! We had such a wonderful time at this house. Very peaceful getaway from the fast lane. Absolutely would recommend! ##### Nathan G. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin A. Apr 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Try this cabin Me and my dad stayed here for a quick fishing trip. They had everything we expected and more no need to bring a bunch of things from home. It’s already there great Wi-Fi service and the easiest access to a ramp I have experienced. And the owners are top notch people down to earth and are willing to do anything to make your stay a great experience. No need to have to do a bunch of reviews and worry about a place being right this one is the right choice. Thanks again we will be back. ##### Justin A. 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