House vacation rentals in Athens

Wide-open Country Stay: 3 bedroom House on 2 acres

Wifi added! Relax with the family at this peaceful country retreat. Come and truly get away while you stay at this 2 acre country property. Relax and unwind while you rock on the porch, drink coffee and breathe in the fresh air, take a hike at Davey Dogwood Park, ride the train at Texas State Railroad, or go fishing at Richland Chambers Lake which is just a short drive away. Nestled in between Athens and Palestine this 3 bedroom, 1 bath house is pet friendly and designed to get the kids playing.

Adorable Red Roof Cottage nestled in treed acreage

A perfect waterfront getaway! This newly renovated 2 bedroom 2 bath cottage is located on a private cove, in a quiet neighborhood, on Cedar Creek lake. The large deck overlooks the water and is perfect for outdoor entertaining. With a half acre lot, enjoy the outdoors playing volleyball, corn hole and other activities (kayaks and bikes are available upon request). Gather around the fire-pit at night enjoy the stars. The interior is beautifully decorated and equipped with everything you need.

Cottage Getaway @ the LAKE! Waterfront & Shaded!

NEWLY PAINTED- new countertops, vanities, fixtures, interior paint, flooring for entire house, furnishings and decor, TVs, board games, and Amazon Alexa, enclosed back patio gates for children & pet safety. NEW dining deck with string lights. Huge fenced backyard area! Beautifully shaded waterfront home. Perfect for swimming…sandy smooth lake bottom and amazing cold pockets that keep you cool on hot days! Enjoy fishing & bring your boat- adventure out on Lake Palestine. Fun family time!!!

Three Oaks Waterfront Home on Lake Palestine

Relax with family and friends at our peaceful, waterfront lake house. Enjoy stunning sunrises from the comfort of the living room or outside on the large patio. Property features include: new hot tub, private boathouse with sundeck, firepit, sunroom, large oak trees and plenty of room to cook and dine. There is a large screen and projector in the living room and smart TV's in three of the four bedrooms with ROKU built in. Come stay at Three Oaks and see what all Lake Palestine has to offer!

Mini Metal Moonshine Mansion

If you've ever wanted to experience living in a tiny home while fishing from the backyard come stay here! The second bedroom is a beautiful loft in this 6 year old 900 sq ft lakefront retreat. Cute Athens is only 5 miles away, and Canton's First Monday is 30 miles away. After a fun day of fishing, kayaking, SUP races, swimming in the lake, pedal boating, feeding the ducks, cornhole, or frisbee throwing enjoy a gorgeous east TX sunset with your favorite beverage and then a fire with s'mores.

RANCH experience - minutes from Lake Athens

Just minutes from LAKE ATHENS - rare opportunity to experience actual RANCH living on this 30 acre miniature horse ranch. Beautifully appointed new 2 bedroom 2 bath ranch house with front porch overlooking the coastal pasture. Spend time exploring 30 acres of woods, the spring fed tank or just marvel at the animals galore. We have 5 large horses, over 100 miniature horses, numerous miniature goats and their adorable babies and don't miss our pot belly pigs. Fun for the whole family.

Lakefront House with Party Dock and Huge Porch!

Come stay with us at Cedar Creek Lake! We have the perfect house for a small family trip, couples weekend, girls/ guys weekend, or even a fishing trip. Our slice of paradise includes 2 bedrooms, 3 beds, and 2 full bathrooms. We have an air mattress or two as well as the couch for those larger groups. Hands down the best part of this house is the large wide open deck on the back porch as well as the party dock! Head up there in the evening with a cool drink to check out gorgeous sunset.

A Stone's Throw Away~

A Stone's Throw Away, is a perfect place to get away and relax... We are very excited about offering this experience through AIRBNB. We have taken special attention to detail, as to ensure your stay is comfortable, while offering WIFI and a fully stocked kitchen with full size appliances. You have a backyard oasis waiting for you. We have plenty of parking space for boat trailers. We also provide an outside plug-in that has easy access for your boat. ALLERGIES-NO CATS PLEASE

Lake Athens Experience

Beautiful view of spring fed beautiful Lake Athens from the front porch. A little slice of paradise to relax and enjoy. Watch the abundent deer stroll through this scenic quiet neighborhood. At the end of the street is the marina which hosts fabulous dining and boat ramp or walk to the Texas Parks Freshwater Fishery for a tour and fishing. Wifi and cable TV now available. Only 90 minutes from the DFW metroplex. Come relax and enjoy the beauty of East Texas. So much to see.

On Lake w/ Pool, Hot Tub, Boat Dock on Golf Course

Come make memories and soak in the lake life. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. The large deck is ideal for grilling and enjoying a meal outside with friends and family, while the large living room is perfect for games and movie night. There is no better place in Texas to soak in a gorgeous sunset than the private two story dock of this home. Within walking distance of a golf course and situated in the quiet upscale community of Star Harbor, it is the perfect place to unwind.

Romantic Lakefront Bungalow on Lake Palestine!

Escape to our cozy waterfront bungalow on Lake Palestine, perfect for a romantic getaway or peaceful weekend by the water. Enjoy coffee in the rocking chairs overlooking the cove, relax in the vintage clawfoot tub, and take in the quiet beauty of the lake. Guests love it here for bird watching, fishing, and simply slowing down. With self check-in and a peaceful setting near Blackburn Dam, it’s an easy East Texas escape!

Stunning lakefront views near DFW - World Cup 2026

Experience lakeside living with sweeping open-water views from a wall of windows. Start your morning on the deck with sunrise coffee, spend the day kayaking or fishing from the private dock, and relax by the fire pit at night. Enjoy an open-concept layout, lake-view primary bedroom, double-oven kitchen, and fenced yard. Pet-friendly and only 1 hour from Dallas, with Canton Trade Days a short drive away.