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Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View

Entire cottage in Rusk, TX

6 guests·2 bedrooms·1 bathroom
4.7 · 14 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Spacious outdoor living with fire pit, gazebo, and hammock.

Group & Family Friendly

Group & Family Friendly

Family-friendly layout with loft bedroom and versatile sleeping options.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Peaceful rural location with easy drives to lakeside recreation.

Property details

Are you seeking a relaxing escape in the piney woods of Texas? You’ll love this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath Rusk vacation rental! Perfect for families and friends, this cottage boasts a well-equipped kitchen, a covered patio, a BBQ grill, and views of the surrounding countryside. When you’re not exploring the property, head out to Lake Palestine for fishing, boating, and waterfront dining. After your adventures, roast s’mores over the fire pit or settle into the hammock for some stargazing!

The space
Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Outdoor Dining Space | 35 Mi to Lake Palestine

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2 (Loft): Full Bed | Bonus Room: Full Futon | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress, Pack ‘n Play

OUTDOOR LIVING: Gazebo, fire pit w/ seating, BBQ grill, dining area, hammock, rural surroundings
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, DVD player, 2-person dining table, high chair, board games, books
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, microwave, refrigerator, stove/oven, Keurig coffee maker, drip coffee maker, toaster, spices
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, central A/C & heating, hair dryer, hangers, complimentary toiletries
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), 1 exterior security camera (facing out)
ACCESSIBILITY: 5 steps required to enter, 1 bedroom on 1st floor, 2-story cottage
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), RV/trailer parking allowed on-site

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

Other things to note
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story property requires 5 steps to enter and interior stairs to access the 2nd-floor bedroom
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 Ring exterior security camera located on the back porch in the right corner facing the entrance and parking. It does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when activated by motion. It will record when it first senses motion and 30 seconds after the last motion is detected

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 king Bed

Living room

1 sofa Bed

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

  • Pets allowed

    Pets allowed

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

Guest reviews

Star icon 4.7 | 14 reviews
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David

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June 2026

Great host, location and experience!!

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Norma

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October 2025

Place was nice and the manger was so amazing .

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Britt

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July 2025

Very spacious. The outdoor patio is a perfect place to hangout at night

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Crystal

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May 2025

This cottage was fantastic! It was exactly as described and the host was so responsive and helpful. It was very clean, comfortable and the host worked with us to check out a little later than planned as well. The location is perfectly situated between Rusk and Jacksonville and easy to access and get to local attractions. I would absolutely stay again!

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 3:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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