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Murphy Lake House

Cabin in Zavalla with kitchen and balcony

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Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Beach
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior
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.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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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 transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

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

  • Smoke-free property

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

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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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit 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

About the area

Zavalla is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Angelina National Forest and Sam Rayburn Reservoir.
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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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Murphy Lake House located?

Situated in Zavalla, this cabin is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Angelina National Forest and 5 mi (8.1 km) from Sam Rayburn Reservoir. Boykin Springs at Angelina National Forest and Twin Dikes Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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Murphy Lake House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

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

Fishing Weekend

Great property, location and communication!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

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

Stunning

This home was absolutely perfect for our short stay! Bed was so comfortable!! ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

joy b.

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

Lovely rental for fishing Sam Raborn

Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christa G.

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

GLENDA S.

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

Lake

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy D.

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephanie s.

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan G.

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin A.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023