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Vintage Lakefront Cottage, Private Dock, Infinity Beach Pit, 2 Kayaks!

Escape to a tranquil lakefront getaway where nature's beauty unfolds before your eyes every morning with coffee in hand. Watch sunsets turn into smores nights at this peaceful haven.

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pool
Exterior
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Vintage Lakefront Cottage, Private Dock, Infinity Beach Pit, 2 Kayaks!

Waterfront property includes use of private dock, infinity beach pit and 2 kayaks. GRIF's GETAWAY is a cozy, fully furnished vintage inspired cottage that has been recently renovated, with 2 bedrooms and 1 large 4 pc bath that includes everything you will need to get away for a weekend or longer to re-energize yourself! Bedrooms include antique queen beds with foam toppers and vintage linens (you won't want to get out of bed!), closet space with shelves to hold your suitcases/belongings with an additional queen sofa sleeper in the living room. Foam topper, linens and blankets also included for the sleeper sofa. Total sleeping to accommodate 6 comfortably. Surrounded by trees, the calmness of the outdoors and tranquility overlooking beautiful Lake Hawkins is unmatched! Watch the sun rise over the lake with your morning coffee, then wind down in the evening having s'mores at the firepit as the sun sets. Enjoy the private boat dock for securing a boat, or to fish, swim, kayak or just chill overlooking the lake. Outdoor furniture (table and chairs) on the house deck and on the dock provided. Includes a Gas Grill and a Weber Charcoal grill on the deck if you choose to cook or enjoy the fully stocked kitchen inside. Taking a walk each morning is a treat! Everyone on the lake is so friendly and looking out for each other. Vintage charm is everywhere in the cottage from the painted wood floor living room with fireplace, beadboard walls/ceiling, multiple quilts throughout, bathroom sink vanity and other decor. Eat in kitchen for 2 or dining table for 6 available. A well-behaved pet is welcome with a NR $50 fee. You'll want "our place" to be "your place" for your next getaway!

Lake Hawkins is a very clear, spring-fed lake with beautiful winding roads and hills - perfect for walking, bicycling or motorcycling. Great nature-watching, including hawks, bald eagles, ducks, grey herons - all kind of wild birds, deer, foxes, squirrels and rabbits. Good bass, crappie, and bream fishing! A public beach at Lake Hawkins County Park is down the road, just a few minutes away.

GRIF's GETAWAY at Lake Hawkins is 15 miles from Mineola, TX on Highway 80 West, which has unique shops and great places to eat. The Mineola Nature Preserve is over 2900 acres of pristine nature and the winery next door is a bonus! If you head down Highway 80 East, you will arrive at Gladewater, known as the Antique Capital of East Texas (one of our favorite places to spend the day shopping and eating). A fabulous Italian restaurant, Rima's Taste of Italy, is within walking distance of the cottage, on the lake and is absolutely a must! Additional information regarding things to do, places to visit and eat is supplied in the Welcome book.

Enjoy your stay at GRIF's GETAWAY to relax, restore, and renew! Memories to be made and the sunset over the lake are priceless!

Property manager

Phil and Toni Griffin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking permitted outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 24

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 1 pet $50 fee. Bring dog towels and carrier.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Must watch children near the water.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Grif's Getaway sleeps 6 Lakefront Firepit Kayaks!
Grif's Getaway Sleeps 6 Lakefront Firepit 2 Kayaks!
Lakefront Cottage Sleeps 6 Private Dock Firepit Kayaks!
Grif's Getaway East Texas Sleeps 6 Lakefront Dock Firepit Kayaks

About the area

Map
Hawkins, TX

What's nearby

  • Page Park - 4 min drive
  • Brumley Lake - 7 min drive
  • Jarvis Christian College - 12 min drive
  • Holly Lake Ranch Golf Club - 16 min drive
  • Tyler State Park - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Mineola Station - 20 min drive
  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster IceHouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Krispy Krunchy Chicken - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪East Texas Cocktails - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vintage Lakefront Cottage, Private Dock, Infinity Beach Pit, 2 Kayaks! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Vintage Lakefront Cottage, Private Dock, Infinity Beach Pit, 2 Kayaks!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vintage Lakefront Cottage, Private Dock, Infinity Beach Pit, 2 Kayaks!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vintage Lakefront Cottage, Private Dock, Infinity Beach Pit, 2 Kayaks! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Page Park and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Brumley Lake. Holly Brook Baptist Church Library and Upper West Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Vintage Lakefront Cottage, Private Dock, Infinity Beach Pit, 2 Kayaks! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles E.

Great time.
Enjoyed our stay with our daughters. Recommend for a quiet weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris b.

Summer fun
We love the property had a blast in the lake thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Great place for family
Nice peaceful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

YihShyue L.

Nice Getaway
great location , wonderful porch deck with great view and cold AC.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie P.

Peace, Quiet and relaxation
We had a great time at the cottage. The accommodations are accurately described and I was not disappointed at all. We did have a rain day but went to the shops in Mineola and then got some good nap time in listening to the rain drops on the tin roof. We had a great time fishing too. It is a beautiful place and we hope to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin H.

Quiet retreat
It was a perfect quiet, quick getaway with the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Supervisor
Very peaceful and had everything that we might need in the cabin. Had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bev R.

Loved lake Hawkins the Grifs hideout
Loved your place & we will definitely be coming back
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrianne J.

Great Get Away
Great get away with my son. We had a wonderful relaxing trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Harold B.

Excellent
If you want quiet, peaceful, clean, beautiful surroudings, etc then this location will fulfill all of that and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melody M.

Tyler road adventure
My sister, niece and myself came up to Tyler to visit family and wanted a quiet place to stay out of town! Your Lake House was the spot! Peaceful! We enjoyed our time very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norm D.

Wonderful stay as we expected. Owner is great.
Homey and comfortable cabin. In a beautiful area on lake Hawkins. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B., San antonio

The cottage was perfect.
We enjoyed everything
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

TERESA B.

Relaxing Weekend
We have faced the passing of two loved ones over the past 6 months and needed to have a quiet reminiscing weekend together. We loved the beautiful lake view and the decor of the quaint, cozy cottage. We hope to visit the property again as we have family at HLR, and this is a perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian L.

Nice time at the lake
It was a quiet stay which is what we needed. Hosts were very responsive if we had any questions or concerns.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ken L.

Week at the lake
This cottage was wonderful would come to stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

david f.

Cabin by Lake
The pictures on the Internet looked represented the property. Caught two nice bass facility was clean. Beds were comfortable grocery store reasonably Close. Awesome sitting on the porch and looking at the view of the lake. The kayaks are a little wobbly and a little difficult to navigate on a longer tour, but I appreciate the fact that we got to use them for free.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caryn D.

Nice Getaway
This was a nice area to come to for our short getaway. Relaxed, sat by the lake, and enjoyed the peaceful surroundings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lat L.

Great little getaway
The cottage was nice & cozy. We had everything we needed. Lake was beautiful! We'll be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick E.

Excellent. Just as advertised and more!
We enjoyed our three-night stay. It is a well equipped cabin and sparkling clean. Beautiful view from living room area and porch. Everything we needed and more. Very peaceful. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James K.

This place is PERFECT! Excellent in all categories. This cottage checked all the boxes.
Very easy rental process. Communication with the owners was spot on. There’s not enough words to express how nice this place is to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James M., Fort Worth, Tx

Perfect place on the lake
The wife and I stayed here over Labor Day Weekend and it was absolutely PERFECT. Beautiful sunrises, swimming off the dock and just relaxing. House had everything you would need. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Debbie M.

Thanks
This is a beautiful spot in East Texas and very quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Neely

It was a great gettaway for the family and a beautiful propery. We would LOVE to come back. Also, Toni was a big help with any questions we had and she is so sweet!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet K E.

Relaxing Girl's Trip
The three of us had a fantastic time. We played and relaxed in this lovely vintage home. The lake views were especially lovely at dusk and dawn.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022