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Reel Retreat at Sam Rayburn waterfront access

Lakefront cabin in Zavalla with kitchen

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Nestled mid-lake, Tiny Cabin offers an outdoor retreat where you can leave your boat in the water and enjoy the surrounding Angelina National Forest. Take advantage of great hunting right outside your door or hike and bike through nature's trails. With a waterfront property, pull up to the shore with your boat, charge its batteries while still in water and explore Lake Texas' largest body of water.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue

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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.

Reel Retreat at Sam Rayburn waterfront access

Tiny Cabin with everything you need. Leave your boat in the water no need to take it out while you are here. Enjoy the Outdoors. Fish on The Largest body of Water in Texas or explore the Angelina National Forest. Great Hunting right outside the Door. Perfect for Hiking or Biking and water Sports! Located Mid-Lake. Cabin is about 100 yards from the water. Cabin doesn’t have water view but the property does and is waterfront. You can pull your boat up to the shore and Charge your batteries while still in the water. Cell phone service is Spotty, ( comes and goes). Time to unplug relax and enjoy the Outdoors. Also have Canoes for rent at a daily rate $25each. Pets are welcome.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking indoors. Please no butts on the ground.

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please Do not throw cigarette butts on the ground outside. Either put them in the sand bucket on the porch or the trash can.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets need to be on Flea prevention.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
No Large Parties, but Friends are welcome to visit

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking indoors. Please no butts on the ground.

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
Note from host: No Large Parties, but Friends are welcome to visit
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

Property is also known as

Reel Retreat at Parker Point on Sam Rayburn
Reel Retreat at Parker Point Waterfront Access
Reel Retreat at Sam Rayburn waterfront access Cabin
Reel Retreat at Sam Rayburn waterfront access Zavalla
Reel Retreat at Sam Rayburn waterfront access Cabin Zavalla

About the area

Map
Zavalla, TX

What's nearby

  • Sam Rayburn Reservoir - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Twin Dikes Park - 25 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Boykin Springs at Angelina National Forest - 28 min drive - 32.3 km
  • Rayburn Country Golf Course - 34 min drive - 39.5 km
  • Sandy Creek Park - 34 min drive - 40.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Catfish Hut - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Reel Retreat at Sam Rayburn waterfront access pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Reel Retreat at Sam Rayburn waterfront access ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Reel Retreat at Sam Rayburn waterfront access ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Reel Retreat at Sam Rayburn waterfront access ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Reel Retreat at Sam Rayburn waterfront access located?

This family-friendly Zavalla cabin is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Angelina National Forest and Sam Rayburn Reservoir. Twin Dikes Park and Boykin Springs at Angelina National Forest are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Reel Retreat at Sam Rayburn waterfront access Reviews

Reviews

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wesley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was wonderful. These little cabins were nice and cozy. Our hosts made everything hassle free and easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon D.

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

Great cabin and location!!

We enjoyed our time spent at this cabin, We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rivest D.

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

Will be staying there again

Enjoyed our stay the road getting there not so good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah L.

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

Great little cottage

Thank you for sharing your rental, we had a great trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

charles a.

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

Awesome

Was a pleasure nice quite and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

John S.

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

Fishing trip.

Great little cabin for a getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Grace M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean small cabin with queen bed and full size bunk beds and kitchen area and bath room with shower. Short walk to the water from cabin. Small porch with chairs and picnic table and bbq pit for outside cooking. Coffee pots toaster microwave hair dryer towels kitchen ware hot plate burner fridge. Window a/c air and heat. We had a small issue and the host was there in 15 minutes and resolved it. Very quiet and safe area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Excellent accommodating Property Managers

Our stay was good and this place is clean and well afforded everything anyone would need!Unfortunately there was bad weather but the owner’s came to the rescue and placed us in their own home!Not many would have gone this far to take care of their guestThanks a million H and B
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri P.

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

Great placd

Great getaway. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bryan F.

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

Great place to stay.

Enjoyed my stay. It was exactly what I needed for this trip. Becky was very responsive to any questions I had. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

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

Love the tiny cabin!!

We had a fantastic time! The tiny cabin was perfect for our trip. It had everything we needed. Very clean and comfy. We can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

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

Great Stay

It was a much needed weekend of peace and quiet for my husband and I
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

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

Summer's End Adventure

The cabin was a perfect size for my fiancé and I and two kiddos, ages 7 & 11. Becky personally stopped by to welcome us and share ideas of places to go swimming. I feel many areas of Sam Rayburn cater to those who own boats. Since we do not, we explored nearby on our day of arrival. The cabin site had a grill, fire pit and play area that we enjoyed each evening after our day trips to Boykin Springs and Lake Tejas. Becky was easy to communicate with and provides plenty of towels!Thank you again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

glenn v.

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

fishing tournament

House was clean and ready when we arrived. Host was great, would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

As advertised

Had a great time and enjoyed the secludedness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaige H.

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

Fun fun fun

We went fishing for like 8 hours and made burgers on the fire
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin A.

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

Great weekend

Had a great fishing trip at this rental. Perfect cabin for a get away. Very quiet and relaxing. The host was great and very helpful. Will definitely be going back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron P.

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

Fishing Trip

Awesome time!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason A.

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

Just what we needed

Clean and simple. Very convenient for hunting the national forest or fishing Sam Rayburn.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

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

Dustin and Ashley Mitchell

We absolutely loved this place. Had an amazing time. The host were more than helpful. Everything we needed was provided. Very clean. And in an amazing location on lake sam rayburn. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele G.

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

Nice stay

Everything was super clean, smelled great and beds were very comfortable. Can’t see water from cabin but very short walk to a beautiful water view with dock, my husband was able to dock boat and leave in water which was very convenient. Seating for dinner table is limited but there were chairs on porch. My family really liked it here and would come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robb N.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

There is no internet service. If you have T-Mobile you will not have cellular service.

Quaint and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin M., Calcasieu Louisiana

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

Big bass weekend

First time to come to Sam Rayburn and still caught some quality fish. Lake level was about six feet lower than normal but it was still a successful trip. The cabin was perfect and our host Becky came by and was very friendly and we even met some of her family and had a great visit. Already looking forward to making another trip
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

The best! Location, cabin, and the renters!

Omg! I can’t love this place enough. It is in the perfect location, clean and the renters are so friendly. They really make you feel at home. This will be my go to place from here on out when we go fishing!!! I absolutely loved this place!! Not having to pick up the boat was amazing. Thanks Mrs Becky for everything y’all Did for us while we stayed!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Fishing getaway

The property was very clean and nice. The first thing I noticed was how good it smelled when we opened up the cabin. It worked perfectly for our needs. It held my big truck and boat without any problems. The host was great to accommodate us and responded very quickly to my questions. Great experience and would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023