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9.2 out of 10
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Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com

Lovely two-bedroom lake house overlooking the private 20-acre lake on a 300-acre ranch. Watch the sunset from the covered wrap around porch. There are various trails through pasturese, woods, around the large lake, and to a smaller lake hidden in the woods. Fish from wooden piers, paddle boats, or your own human powered watercraft. There is a pavilion, used by Boy Scouts, that may be reserved for weddings, family reunions, gatherings or church events. Ring cameras are around ranch work shed area. High speed internet provided.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: please do not smoke in wooded areas.

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

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    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    Minimum check-in age - 18

    Check-out

    Check-out before 11:00 AM
    Contactless check-out

    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 to complete the following before checking out:
    Load and start the dishwasher
    Gather used towels
    Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
    Please take all trash to the dumpster near the metal workshop.
    Do NOT strip beds, but please do pile towels.
    Please wash dishes and sweep floors.
    Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

    Rules

    see rental agreement for all details

    Pets

    Pets not allowed

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome

    Events

    Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
    See rental agreement re: additional fees

    Smoking

    Smoking allowed: in designated areas
    Please do not smoke in wooded areas.

    Important information

    You need to know

    This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
    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
    Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
    Note from host: see rental agreement re: additional fees
    Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
    Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
    Safety features at this property include a deadlock
    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

    Property is also known as

    Mermaid Cabin
    Lake Houses On Private Edom
    Private Ranch Lakefront House
    Lake Houses on Private Ranch Edom
    Lake Houses on Private Ranch Private vacation home
    Lake Houses on Private Ranch Private vacation home Edom

    About the area

    Located in Edom, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Garden Valley Golf Resort and Athens Scuba Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Henderson County Fairgrounds and Athens Praise & Worship Center. East Texas Arboretum and Athens Bowling Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Edom travel guide
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    Ben Wheeler, TX

    What's nearby

    • Beautiful Tree Sunset
      Lake Palestine
      31 min drive - 24.9 miles
    • Callender Lake
      7 min drive - 2.8 miles
    • Henderson County Fairgrounds
      24 min drive - 18.5 miles
    • Yesterland Farm
      27 min drive - 23.3 miles
    • First Monday Trade Days
      32 min drive - 27.4 miles

    Getting around

    • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional)
      31 min drive

    Restaurants

    • Edom Log Cabin - Comfort Cuisine
      18 min drive
    • Vintage Cork 917
      11 min drive
    • Los Pinoes
      14 min drive
    • The Forge
      11 min drive
    • Moore's Store
      11 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    How much is parking at Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com?

    On-site parking is available at the property.

    What time is check-in at Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com?

    Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com?

    Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

    Where is Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com located?

    Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Callender Lake and 10.5 mi (16.9 km) from Murchison City Hall. Jones Lake and Henderson County Fairgrounds are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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    Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com Reviews

    Reviews

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    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.
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    Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 37 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 37 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 37 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

    9.4

    Cleanliness

    9.6

    Location

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Bridget V.

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

    Canton shopping

    Quiet with a beautiful scenery. Cabin was so nice and cozy. We slept well and had enough space.
    Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

    8/10 Good

    charlene m.

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

    Mothers day trip

    Very nice and quiet. Beds very comfy. Would stay again. LR furniture needs to be deep cleaned or replaced.
    Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    AJ A.

    Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Peaceful getaway spot

    Met all my expectations. Nice comfortable lake front cabin with hiking trails nearby. Highly recommended.
    Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Michael

    Quiet and peaceful! Great for nature walks
    Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Benjamin K.

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

    Batteries recharged!

    Outstanding accommodations and the property is amazing! The hosts couldn’t have been more friendly and accommodating. I can already tell this will be a regular stay for us!
    Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    sally l.

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

    OUTDOORS

    EXCELLENT OUTDOOR TRIP
    Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Pattie T.

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

    Wonderful overall 👍😁❤️

    Everything we were looking for... very quiet and relaxing. My husband and my sister woke up every fishing. The paddle boats was enough added plus to the stay. The property managers was so wonderful so friendly. We will be back enjoyed every moment of it lovely place.
    Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    John B.

    Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Paradise by the pond

    If you’re headed to East Texas or you just need a great place to say owned by some really great people. Don’t look any further just book a place here my boy and I fished all day one day barbecued for Friends that evening. The owners are awesome and they’re on site, the cabin was clean and beautiful. This is exactly what we needed. It’s way out there, but it’s quiet and nice and exactly what we were looking for.
    Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

    6/10 Okay

    Beth B.

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

    Quiet Getaway, Simple

    This place was very out-of-the-way. It was quiet and peaceful with a great view. Unfortunately it needed some updating (broken dishwasher, wifi went in and out, one of the stove burners didn't work).
    Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Sue B.

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

    Serenity Defined

    Adorable 2/2 cabin with wraparound porch on private pond was perfect for our escape from reality. Onsite owners quick to respond to any issue. Watching the geese on the pond & the longhorn calves frolic next door provided entertainment during long hours of conversation on the porch. Perfect. We WILL be back!
    Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Rhonda C.

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

    Last Minute Planned Stay....excellent experience

    Due to bad weather that had gone through the Canton earlier in the day that left our rental with some clean up needed and with no power, we needed to find another place to stay. I searched VRBO for other locations close and messaged about Mermaid. I received a very quick response. The host had the cabin cleaned for us very quickly and we were able to stay there the same night. We had no idea we would wake up the next morning to such a beautiful lake view. Thanks so much for being willing and able to get the cabin ready for us quickly so we didn't miss our Girl's Trip to Canton. This would be a great place for a family or friend gathering with multiple cabins available. Thanks again, Rhonda
    Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

    4/10 Poor

    Crystal P.

    Liked: Communication, location
    Disliked: Cleanliness

    Disappointed

    Location/property was beautiful and peaceful. Unfortunately the cabin was dirty. Food left in fridge and nasty, dirty dishes in cabinet, floors were dirty, bathtubs were dirty. I was very skeptical about laying in the bed after seeing everything that I requested to wash sheets, manager came out with new sheets and removed food in fridge. Other than the dirty cabin and the 2 dogs that were loose and jumping on you the whole time, the view of the lake was beautiful.
    Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Kim M.

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

    Super cute cabin!

    Cabin and location were perfect. There were little extra touches that made us feel special. Highly recommended and will be back!
    Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveller

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

    Great stay

    Beautiful stay, clean accommodations, Steve (property manager) was very accommodating and communicative. Would stay again!
    Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Kerry A.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    2nd time at ARC ridge ranch. Its rustic but not in a bad way. Cel service minimal, but heck its a vacation. Wifi excellent once us non techys figured it out with manager help. Garrett, manager is super quick to reply to questions. Definitely will go there again
    Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Damon M.

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

    Fishing

    Nice place easy to find with some good fishing and hiking trails
    Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    lindsay t.

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

    evacuation destination

    We booked this property in order to safely evacuate from Hurricane Ida with our family and pet. The host has been so wonderful and understanding during this difficult time. The kids and men loved fishing on the lake in the paddle boats. Great quiet place to stay.
    Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

    8/10 Good

    Verified traveller

    Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

    Fun

    Had a fun time. Living room furniture had some stains and wear. Sofa bed was not suitable for sleep. Very uncomfortable. Keurig or similar would be nice for use
    Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

    6/10 Okay

    Tina M.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
    Disliked: Communication

    Enjoyed our stay

    We enjoyed our trip to first Monday Trade Days. The cabin was adequate but needs some repairs. The dishwasher wasn’t working & water poured out around the sink facet. The yard was full of ants. The beds were great. Please beware that cell service can be tricky & internet is not the best. It is a drive from Canton but we were ok with that. Overall, it was ok just not for the amount you pay.
    Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

    8/10 Good

    Robbie G.

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

    Very quite stay

    The house was clean and comfortable. The Wi-Fi didn’t work so we girls had wonderful conservations. If you want quite and a beautiful lake scenery it’s a must.
    Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Kimberly P.

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

    Great get-away!

    We so enjoyed our weekend get-away at this property! We were shopping during the day in Canton, and relaxing in the evenings at this cabin/home. A big storm blew through and we lost electricity for a short while, but we still really enjoyed the property by candlelight. Highly recommend the stay here.
    Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Leonard G.

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

    Peace and quiet

    Enjoyed everything about this trip
    Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

    8/10 Good

    Brent J.

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

    Peace and quiet

    Went for some peace and quiet. Did not disappoint. Kid loved the water stuff and seeing the animals. Would definitely stay again. Thanks!
    Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

    10/10 Excellent

    Linda H.

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

    Peaceful

    Beautiful place to relax and unwind. Very peaceful!
    Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Brigette W., Cove, Texas

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

    Absolutely Wonderful

    Perfect property to unwind and relax! Close to Canton Trade Days and area restaurants and wineries. Loved the country location and enjoyed the quiet away from the hustle and bustle! We will return !
    Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021