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Pond & Grazing Cattle! Rural Getaway Near Van

Entire home in Grand Saline, TX

4 guests·2 bedrooms·1 bathroom
5.0 · 10 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Soak in pastoral views from a covered deck, reconnecting with nature.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Cozy, well-equipped interior with flat-screen TV and inviting breakfast bar.

Group & Family Friendly

Group & Family Friendly

Versatile loft sleeping area suits groups and families together.

Property details

Gazebo & Deck w/ Surrounding Pasture Views | On-Site Fishing

Unplug and recharge at this peaceful East Texas vacation rental — the perfect place to forget the city! Wake up to fresh coffee and watch the cattle roam right from the deck, then discover unique treasures at First Monday Trade Days or cast a line in the property pond. The 2-bedroom, 1-bath retreat also features a gazebo where you can dine with a special someone. Book your countryside escape at ‘The Pafford House’ today!

The space
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed 
- Bedroom 2 (Loft): 2 twin beds
- Additional Sleeping: 1 air mattress

OUTDOOR LIVING 
- Covered deck w/ lounge seating & slide
- Gazebo w/ dining area
- Fenced backyard

INDOOR LIVING 
- Flat-screen TV
- Breakfast bar
- Vaulted ceilings

KITCHEN 
- Oven, small cooktop, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave
- Drip coffee maker (coffee & filters provided)
- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware
- Trash bags/paper towels

GENERAL  
- Mini-split air conditioning/heat
- Linens/towels, hair dryer
- Washer/dryer, laundry detergent
- Free WiFi

FAQ
- Homeowner on-site (separate unit)
- Cattle on-site

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home, 4 steps to enter
- Bedroom & full bathroom on 1st floor
- Ladder to access loft

PARKING
- Carport (1 vehicle)
- Driveway (1 vehicle)
- EV outlet available on-site
- No trailers allowed on-site

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire property via keyless entry

Other things to note
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 21 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story home requires 4 steps to enter. A bedroom and a full bathroom are located on the 1st floor. A ladder is required to access the loft
- There are cattle just beyond the fenced backyard. Please respect the cattle during your stay
- The homeowner lives on-site, in a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 single Beds

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Free parking on premises

    Free parking on premises

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Central air conditioning

    Central air conditioning

  • Central heating

    Central heating

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wifi

    Wifi

Guest reviews

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Jetaime

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June 2026

We had a great stay and really enjoyed our time here. The space was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. Check-in was easy, and the host was responsive and helpful throughout our stay. The location was convenient, and the property had everything we needed for a relaxing visit. We would definitely stay here again and would recommend it to others looking for a comfortable place to stay.

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Jennie

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May 2026

We had an amazing stay. It was peaceful, relaxing, and we felt right at home. We loved watching the cattle and hearing the sounds of birds while sitting on the back porch. It was a perfect spot to relax after busy days at First Monday Trade Days in Canton.

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Mark

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March 2026

The hospitality was great, the family and I enjoyed every minute of it. The attention to detail to things was a plus and the family enjoyed the goodies that were in places for us. Thank you again.

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Rolando

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February 2026

Comfortable and peaceful stay great for what I was looking for

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

No pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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