When you stay at this cabin in Zavalla, you'll be on a lake and 6 minutes by foot from Sam Rayburn Reservoir. .This family-friendly cabin is 14.5 mi (23.4 km) from Twin Dikes Park and 17.6 mi (28.2 km) from Boykin Springs at Angelina National Forest.
Boykin Springs at Angelina National Forest - 32 min drive
Rayburn Country Golf Course - 38 min drive
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Catfish Hut - 17 min drive
Ole Mexican Foods - 17 min drive
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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
Property manager
Becky
Languages
English
Property amenities
Parking and transport
On-site parking
Kitchen
Fridge
Microwave
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker
Spices
Paper towels
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
1 bedroom
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
Shower
Hairdryer
Toilet paper
Soap
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
DVD player
Games
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Porch or lanai
Barbecue
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Firepit
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Welcoming dogs only
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: No Smoking indoors. Please no butts on the ground.
Location highlights
On the lake
Things to do
Boating on site
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Waterskiing nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Golf nearby
Water tubing nearby
Power boating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets need to be on Flea prevention.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No Large Parties, but Friends are welcome to visit
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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
Reel Retreat at Sam Rayburn waterfront access Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jason A.
30 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
Clean and simple. Very convenient for hunting the national forest or fishing Sam Rayburn.
Jason A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Margaret P.
9 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing get away
Margaret P.
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Tammy L.
1 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Really cute cabin!!
The cabin was super clean and really nice!! We were really looking forward to using the boat ramp on the property and not have to leave the whole weekend but the weather was rainy and the lake was high so the boat ramp was under water and not usable. The rain and wet conditions made it very hard driving pulling the boat on the long dirt roads in and out to go to a usable boat ramp to fish. I think under sunny, dry conditions it would have been great there! No fault of the owners, just a bad weekend to go to the lake. We will try again under better weather conditions!!
Tammy L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gaige H.
22 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun fun fun
We went fishing for like 8 hours and made burgers on the fire
Gaige H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine P.
5 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
It was a much needed weekend of peace and quiet for my husband and I
Christine P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
4/10 Poor
Jackie B.
23 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Smaller than it looks but clean
The cabin was fine but never got cold ac needs to be bigger or add another. It was an ok place but not ideal for swimmers...the kids caught zero fish but the water was really high. Better for a boat than bank fishing. All in all it wasnt terrible but wish it was a little closer to the water. Everything else was fine
Jackie B.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robb N.
8 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
There is no internet service. If you have T-Mobile you will not have cellular service.
Quaint and quiet.
Robb N.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
4/10 Poor
Robert T.
2 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Little house of horrors.
Need to let people know there is no phone service or tv service just dvd only. Outside was muddy with that black crush and run rocks. Neighbors was trashy.
Robert T.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Mike K.
14 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin
Great experience from start to finish. Host very communicative, and hospitable.
The cabin was clean and perfect for what it is, A nice resting place after a long day of fishing.
One and only complaint (which is not the hosts fault) +/- 2 miles of unpaved road to get to cabin. Not a problem when not pulling the boat. Just makes for a long ride in and out while pulling boat.
Other than that or stay was fantastic.
Mike K.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steven
25 Jan 2024
Steven
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tony B.
10 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful area and quiet
Great little cabin. Well furnished. Very quiet area. My brother and I were fishing a tournament and we stayed 4 nights. We’re only at the cabin to sleep but loved the area and the house. The roads can be a little challenging if it’s raining. Roads dried out fast and we loved the location. Definitely off the beaten track. Sam Rayburn is a beautiful lake and everyone we met were very nice. Eagles nest is a good restaurant too. Will book again next year.
Tony B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robin M., Calcasieu Louisiana
1 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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
Robin M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ashley A.
6 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Ashley A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
glenn v.
24 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
fishing tournament
House was clean and ready when we arrived. Host was great, would stay there again.
glenn v.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bryan F.
16 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Bryan F.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
8/10 Good
Rivest D.
15 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Will be staying there again
Enjoyed our stay the road getting there not so good
Rivest D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Benjamin A.
6 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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
Benjamin A.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ron P.
4 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing Trip
Awesome time!
Ron P.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chris M.
13 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised
Had a great time and enjoyed the secludedness
Chris M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael B.
13 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Michael B.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca B.
9 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice.
Nice stay while our waterlines were getting fixed. Quiet neighborhood and beautiful little cabin.
Rebecca B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
22 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and cozy
The room was just perfect for your fishin/family get away in a nice quit wooded area. The beds were comfortable, most all the appliances and cooking supplies were brand new, had plenty of towels/wash rags, heater/A/c work great. Will return in the near future.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
TERRY B.
12 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
GREAT FISHING TRIP
BECKY AND HER HUSBSND WERE VERY KIND AND SOCIABLE PEOPLE. I RECOMMEND YOU STAY AT THEIR VRBO. WE HAD A GOOD TIME.
TERRY B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Robyn M.
26 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Very secluded fun in the sun
Very quiet neighborhood host is excellent will be staying again in the mir future
Robyn M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michael C.
20 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
The property was in a great remote location. Only a few neigboring trailers, but plenty of space between. Easy access to the water for fishing or swimming as well.