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Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar.

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.

Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar.

A traditional Texas lake house with a touch of the Virgin Islands awaits you just one short hour southeast of downtown Dallas. The Cruzan Confusion is appropriately named after a traditional drink of the Virgin islands meant to temporarily "confuse" your mind from your everyday worries. Come pull up a barstool at the outdoor bar area that we have dubbed "Soggy Dollar North". Relax in a hammock, sit by the outdoor firepit, or grab a seat at one of our many seating areas on our expansive outside deck which is shaded by a canopy of beautiful trees. If you feel like being a little more active, take a paddle on one of the 2 provided kayaks, have a swim off the boat dock, or toss in a line. At the boat dock you will find mooring whips to keep your boat secured for your stay, a slide for the kids and a waverunner lift to easily launch the kayaks or store your own waverunners. The boat dock has a boat lift as well which may be available for use for an extra fee. Make sure to take in the amazing 360 degree views from the large party deck above the boat dock, especially at sunset. If you wish to enjoy the game while remaining outside, pull it up on the 50" 4K smart tv behind the Soggy Dollar North bar. Oh yeah, the property does come with a 4 bedroom house as well if you want to take a break from the outdoors. The kitchen and main living areas have been recently renovated and decorated with a light nautical/coastal theme which is carried throughout all 4 bedrooms. The house sleeps 11 with a queen in bedroom 1, another queen in bedroom 2, a queen and twin in bedroom 3 and a full over full bunk in bedroom 4. When it is time to eat, throw some food on the propane grill at the outside bar, or prep it in the kitchen on the new granite countertops. Enjoy plenty of seating at meal time including a farmhouse dining table that expands to seat 10-12 people. Views are in no short supply from inside the house as the entire wall facing the lake consists sliding glass doors. So get away from troubles and hustle and bustle of everyday life and come get "confused" at Cruzan Confusion!

Property manager

Wes Waugaman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 fire extinguisher and 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

Lakefront 4 Bedroom Retreat Boatdock/party House
Lakefront 4 Bedroom Retreat Boatdock/party

About the area

Map
Malakoff, TX

What's nearby

  • Cedar Creek Reservoir - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Trinity Valley Community College - 27 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Athens Scuba Park - 28 min drive - 18.1 miles
  • Purtis Creek State Park - 32 min drive - 17.0 miles
  • Richland Chambers Reservoir - 45 min drive - 28.2 miles

Getting around

  • Love Field Airport (DAL) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whataburger - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ochoa's Mexican Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Cedar Creek Reservoir and within 12 miles (20 km) of Trinity River and Tara Vineyards and Winery. Athens Bowling Center and East Texas Arboretum are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Lakefront 4 bedroom retreat w/ boatdock/party deck, kayaks and outdoor bar. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

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

Great place

It’s a great property in a nice quiet neighborhood right on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

rae f.

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

Great family rental

Has everything you need! Our family felt right at home! Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

karan m.

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

Wedding weekend

We stayed here to be near my daughter’s wedding. It was a great place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie T., Austin, TX USA

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

Relaxing WFH Trip

We enjoyed the beautiful views and time connecting in nature at Wes’ property. Our family had a blast!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

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

Summer fun

Great location beautiful view and the outside deck was the best part.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

LAURA N.

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

Wedding weekend stay

Beautiful property - the outdoor space was great!! Everything you need for a weekend at the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon Paul T.

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

Wonderful birthday weekend

We celebrated my mothers 60th birthday with our family and the entire experience was wonderful. Our family looks forward to booking another reservation here in the future the owners were very gracious hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily P., Dallas, United States

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

Perfect weekend

Just as cute as it shows in the pictures. Clean and well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Toby C.

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

Vacay

Nice deck. Nice dock. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie E.

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

Lake house

Excellent expirence. Cozy beds. Awesome view of the lake. Quiet neighborhood. Loved everything about the place! Great memories!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bret S.

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

spring break

Everything we expected!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy J.

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

Lake Life is Bigger in Texas

We visited from out of state for the total solar eclipse. The house has everything you could want for a lake vacation - kayaks, water slide, floaties, some life jackets (bring your own too), and a great Margaritaville bar for the full Buffet experience. There is a large grass area down to the lake, and a top deck over the water for tanning and sunset watching. There's a back bedroom that sleeps 4 and is great for kid-parent separation and accommodating naptimes and earlier bedtimes. The eclipse would have been epic on its own, but getting to see it here with friends and family was truly once in a lifetime. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Underwhelmed

I have to echo that for the price this property is very underwhelming. The outdoors and lake are beautiful. The property itself is essentially a renovated double wide. Old, musty, very used furniture. Uncomfortable. Paper thin walls. Spiders greet you in the showers. Thin old towels and only one roll of paper towel and one garbage bag for the weekend. Back doors are so warped that they barely open. Not what I was expecting and we have been to may VRBO units throughout the country. This place needs a renovation or a significant price reduction. My kids both said they’re stuffed animals smell like the lake house still, and not in a good way. Sorry.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

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

Picture Perfect for Family Fun - 1 problem

This property was amazing and was the perfect spot for meeting up with old friends and all our children. The deck and backyard were perfect for hours of relaxing and space to explore and run for the kids. We grilled, we cooked, we listened to music and watched the outdoor tv. We ate on the outdoor table and indoor table with ease and we enjoyed all the lake views from the deck, the rooftop boat house deck and the backyard firepit! I would like to point out that the full over full bunk room is accessible through a queen room and the ensuite bathroom so it's not private. There are only a couple of things I would advise future traveler's about. There is no bathtub, only stall showers, I know this is minor so if you are traveling with littles you might want to bring an inflatable infant tub. The major issue is that one of the queen beds was completely unusable. This was in a private queen bedroom so as an adult couple we quite literally could not sleep on it. It was like something out of a cartoon network throwback nightmare. You would sink 12inches into it and roll, the metal springs were so loud you could hear them from the living room. After several sleepless hours of pain, we resorted to the couch and living room floor. The next night we all drew straws and my 50+ yo husband ended up on a twin top bunk leaving the queen bed of horrors empty for a whole night of our stay. If they replace the mattress I would say this is an absolutely perfect lake house getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Samye H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Fine for a Canton get-away

We stayed 3 nights for a girl’s trip Canton weekend. Host provided good and thorough check-in information, though when I messaged a question through the app he did not ever respond. It wasn’t a big issue though, we figured it out. The house is cute, well decorated, beautiful lake view and neat lake access. The house is older and it shows in some things like the rattle in the ceiling fans, smaller rooms, the need for extra A/C window units to keep it cool, and the lack of outlets around the bathroom mirror (had to plug in hair dryer above toilet which was odd but we made do, not worries). The one thing that would cause us to not look at renting here again was the roach in the kitchen. Can tolerate spiders, roaches are an issue with me. Understand you’ll have more bugs next to a lake house but it was surprising to our party and we avoided the kitchen, definitely didn’t cook while we were there. We enjoyed the large dining table for games and the living room was comfortable. The tables outside were nice for sitting and relaxing the short time we spent on the deck. The check out procedures were simple and clear. Overall it was a good stay apart from the big issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelby S.

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

Great family weekend getaway!

We had a family of 11, ages 7 to 70, stay here for the weekend. We had a great time. Outdoor space was amazing for the perfect temperatures we had. We sat on the top deck a lot and enjoyed the views, fished, grilled, and played games. Only issue was the internet. Couldn't get it to connect which was probably only temporary and I'm sure is pretty common on the lake but no big deal. Host was great and very accommodating. We will definitely stay here again. Thanks, Wes! My family made great memories.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Meredith E.

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

Spring Break getaway

Great view of the lake. Wifi wasn’t reliable throughout the two nights but didn’t keep us from enjoying the outdoors!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue K.

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

Family Christmas

We had a wonderful time at your home. It was perfect for our need and enjoyed the view of the water and the pier. The outside deck and bar are great! We definitely would like to come back over the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leigh M.

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

Relaxing Retreat

Perfect location if you are attending a wedding at Margot Hill. Great getaway - very relaxing with the beautiful lake views. The deck is so spacious and has plenty of seating. The house was very clean and had everything we needed. Beds were super comfy. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W., Jefferson, TX

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

Nice Thanksgiving Celebration.

The house, deck, and grounds were great. We really enjoyed our stay. Our stay was relaxing and fun. We cooked the turkey on the grill and all the Thanksgiving day sides in the oven. It was a great family get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

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

Best outdoor getaway at the lake

This house was great for our family getaway of 4 adults and 2 kids. The outdoor areas were wonderful and we spent a lot of time outside enjoying our time by the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

drew e.

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

Awesome stay

This lake home was perfect for our group! It was so relaxing and perfect size. Loved this stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S., Granger texas

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

Perfect getaway

Property was perfect for three families. Kids enjoyed the outdoor space all weekend long. The lake was tranquil - perfect relaxing weekend. Close enough drive to major cities to make a 2-3 night stay absolutely feasible. The property manager answered text messages promptly and was pleasant to work with. The kids had a blast fishing off the dock (we caught quite a few while there!) and we all enjoyed the kayaks! Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marci A.

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

Great vacation spot for a quiet, secluded lakeside getaway!

We loved our stay. We had a group of 8 who slept comfortably and had plenty of room to hang out while indoors. Highly recommend if you are looking for a peaceful getaway just outside the city!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany D.

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

Great property

We had a great time on a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022