Title: A Tranquil Retreat Loaded With Ambiance - A TRUE Escape from the Hustle & Bustle Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A Tranquil Retreat Loaded With Ambiance - A TRUE Escape from the Hustle & Bustle ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83410000/83406300/83406280/w906h683x59y0-8d903e02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Children’s area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83410000/83406300/83406280/w819h683x102y0-8d42eb1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83410000/83406300/83406280/c61739da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83410000/83406300/83406280/438b0246.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83410000/83406300/83406280/w921h683x52y0-280a2493.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the tranquil retreat of Camp LaVie, nestled among big pine trees and small creeks. Reconnect with loved ones in this cozy haven, where you can savor your coffee on the spacious front porch or unwind in the fully-stocked kitchen. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A Tranquil Retreat Loaded With Ambiance - A TRUE Escape from the Hustle & Bustle This is truly a peaceful and tranquil escape. This property will not disappoint if you’re looking for a cozy place to relax, reconnect, rejuvenate, and restore! The home is surrounded by big pine trees and small creeks. Its located 10 miles outside the city limits of Nacogdoches & 6 miles from Lake Sam Rayburn. This area is completely off the beaten path and offers pure serenity. Boat and ATV parking is available onsite. Come and enjoy your coffee/cocktails on a big cozy front porch. This is a new property built in 2021. The owner’s suite, a full bath, kitchen, washer/dryer, and main living area are all located on the first floor. Upstairs is a large loft area with additional living space, big screen TV, 2nd bath and two bedrooms. We also have four oversized couches that can be converted into 4 additional single sleepers. Camp LaVie is a great place for big family/friend gatherings, cozy couple’s retreats, family reunions and memorable fishing and family trips. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the necessities of home. There is plenty of space to spread out and office space upstairs for your zoom or teams’ meetings. Guest have full access to the entire home. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,200 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 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 ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 Nacogdoches, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Sterne-Hoya House Museum and Library and Old University Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Zip Nac and Woodland Hills Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at William R. Johnson Coliseum or Homer Bryce Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Nacogdoches travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nacogdoches.dx6058878) [View more Holiday homes in Nacogdoches](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nacogdoches-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6058878-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C31.48926%2C-94.55978&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=y4iqQpjiQFetXFMlduS3YMPuUEw=) Nacogdoches, TX ### What's nearby - Lanana Creek Trail - 29 min drive - 13.5 miles - Stephen F. Austin State University - 32 min drive - 15.3 miles - Ruby M. Mize Azalea Garden - 32 min drive - 15.4 miles - Homer Bryce Stadium - 34 min drive - 15.8 miles - Nacogdoches County Exposition & Civic Center - 36 min drive - 18.1 miles ### Getting around - Nacogdoches, TX (OCH-A L Mangham Jr. Regional) - 23 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪THRALLS - ‬19 min drive - ‪Hickory Hill Catering - ‬16 min drive - ‪Kington Landing - ‬24 min drive - ‪Carol's Bread - ‬19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A Tranquil Retreat Loaded With Ambiance - A TRUE Escape from the Hustle & Bustle pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at A Tranquil Retreat Loaded With Ambiance - A TRUE Escape from the Hustle & Bustle? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at A Tranquil Retreat Loaded With Ambiance - A TRUE Escape from the Hustle & Bustle? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is A Tranquil Retreat Loaded With Ambiance - A TRUE Escape from the Hustle & Bustle located? > Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Sam Rayburn Reservoir, Lanana Creek Trail and Zip Nac. Sterne-Hoya House Museum and Library and Oak Grove Cemetery are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A Tranquil Retreat Loaded With Ambiance - A TRUE Escape from the Hustle & Bustle Reviews 9.8 ### 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 29 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob K. 6 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful property all around. The location was very peaceful and quiet, we had a wonderful time. ##### Rob K. Stayed 6 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth l. 10 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Happy place great place to stay worked really well to gather for a family visit ##### Elizabeth l. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann L. 25 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful getaway The family had a great time relaxing after a busy graduation and moving weekend. Each night it was nice to get away and enjoy the beautiful house and grounds. ##### Ann L. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea S. 18 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Golfing excursion The property is absolutely gorgeous. So peaceful. It was the perfect spot to relax after a day of golfing. ##### Andrea S. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine C. 11 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend Getawsy We had a wonderful time for our weekend getaway. The property was perfect, and the owners were very kind and helpful. ##### Catherine C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashlyn S. 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cabin Fun This is the cutest little cabin in the woods, it’s peaceful and so tranquil. The owners were so sweet and accommodating, she checked in on us and made sure we had everything we needed and it was all to our liking, which it absolutely was! It was such a great time, we can’t wait to go back and do some more Texas Fishing!! :) ![We brought the boat and family down for some Texas Fishing! ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/bae2470c-46af-40fe-9c53-03bf1646a680-1745680600144.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ashlyn S. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Connie J. 27 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The perfect get away ! Lovely property! Easy access was provided, exactly as described on the listing. This trip was for a local wedding, we will be back to enjoy the area further. ##### Connie J. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie K. 17 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome property This property is adorable! So warm and welcoming! It was beautifully decorated for Christmas!! The outdoor area was lovely and provided the “get out of town” feel we were hoping for. Definitely exceeded our expectations! ##### Jamie K. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryl F. 7 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for our Family Gathering! Great house for our family to all be in one location during the weekend of my mother's memorial service. We had adults and kids and this was perfect for us to be together! Pam was very responsive and helpful throughout our stay! ##### Cheryl F. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori W. 27 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend trip The property and home are beautiful and peaceful. We enjoyed our stay! ##### Lori W. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patti S. 12 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Country Getaway We had a family Christmas weekend of playing games, exchanging gifts, and lots of eating. The place was very clean with large bathrooms and ample parking as we had 6 vehicles. We spent our time indoors because of the weather but the outside looked so inviting. We drove to Nacogdoches and it wasn’t a long commute. I would highly recommend this place. ##### Patti S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela E. 10 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### TOP NOTCH GETAWAY If you don’t need the city, this is a great spot to relax and rest. My best friend and I absolutely loved it. The hosts did a fantastic job of outfitting and decorating the place. Lots of room inside and out. Quiet, private. And it was so clean. We have no complaints. If you plan to cook a big meal though, you might want to bring some kitchen items. ##### Angela E. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda M. 8 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great getaway! We stayed here for a ladies weekend. Great secluded setting. Very cozy and relaxing. Beautiful facility close enough to Nacogdoches for an outing of shopping downtown. ##### Linda M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jana S. 18 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet house off the beaten path Beautiful home Clean and quiet ##### Jana S. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angie K. 10 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place to Stay This was a great property. The beds are very comfortable. We had no problems at all. ##### Angie K. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam J. 24 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Place was perfect. Fished a tournament on Sam Rayburn. Place had plenty of room for parking and was exactly what we needed. Communication and check in were excellent! ##### Adam J. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gwen G. 9 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Return visit to Nac We enjoyed our stay at Camp LaVie! The hosts provided a smooth check in and even checked on us during our stay! Everything was absolutely perfect for our trip with friends. The facility was clean and the so well maintained. We loved all of the well thought out details. Thank you, for making sure our trip back to Nac for our daughter was a memorable time! Your place is so beautiful! ##### Gwen G. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Todd B. 18 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful & Peaceful Wow, what can I say. We were in need of a peaceful place to stay after a tumultuous week. This was the perfect place! Decorated just beautifully, wonderful grounds and just a cozy place to stay for those who need a quiet get away. ##### Todd B. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### cody a. 1 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet country getaway Very clean and well equipped property. Host is very responsive and accommodating. ##### cody a. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### pat c. 16 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property! Easy to check In and out. Loved the home. Will highly recommend. ##### pat c. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stacy R. 2 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Property to Get Away From It All We met friends for a football-watching and catching-up weekend. This was the perfect place to do that! It is exactly as advertised! The communication with the host was great! We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back to this property! ##### Stacy R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Alicia P. 29 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable Family Reunion Property was nice. Our family got together from out of state to celebrate our parents 50th wedding anniversary. The house was clean and gave us a comfortable place to regroup from the festivities. ##### Alicia P. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca W. 19 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Prom weekend Had an amazing time hosting my niece’s senior year prom weekend at this beautiful home. The host was wonderful and the home was absolutely beautiful!! ##### Rebecca W. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allison S. 4 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place in the country We loved the location and amenities. GPS does not take you to the correct location, so make sure to follow the host's instructions so you don't get turned around. ##### Allison S. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy S. 24 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing getaway We had a great weekend in Nacogdoches! We intended to take our boat out but had issues with the battery. So, we enjoyed just hanging out at the house and relaxing. It was very quiet outside and the weather was perfect. Everything we needed was provided. The house was perfect and comfortable! ##### Sandy S. 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