You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com
Lovely two-bedroom lake house overlooking the private 20-acre lake on a 300-acre ranch. Watch the sunset from the covered wrap around porch. There are various trails through pasturese, woods, around the large lake, and to a smaller lake hidden in the woods. Fish from wooden piers, paddle boats, or your own human powered watercraft. There is a pavilion, used by Boy Scouts, that may be reserved for weddings, family reunions, gatherings or church events. Ring cameras are around ranch work shed area. High speed internet provided.
Property manager
Garrett Bachert
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: please do not smoke in wooded areas.
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Boat
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: see rental agreement re: additional fees
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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
Mermaid Cabin
Lake Houses On Private Edom
Private Ranch Lakefront House
Lake Houses on Private Ranch Edom
Lake Houses on Private Ranch Private vacation home
Lake Houses on Private Ranch Private vacation home Edom
About the neighborhood
Ben Wheeler, TX
What's nearby
Callender Lake - 9 min drive - 4.4 km
Lake Athens - 35 min drive - 29.9 km
First Monday Trade Days - 41 min drive - 44.1 km
Cedar Creek Reservoir - 52 min drive - 58.0 km
New York - Texas Zipline Adventure - 61 min drive - 48.6 km
Getting around
Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
The Forge - 11 min drive
Vintage Cork 917 - 11 min drive
Los Pinos Mexican Restaurant - 14 min drive
Moore's Store - 11 min drive
White Fox Vineyards - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com located?
Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Callender Lake and 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Roberson Lake. Jones Lake and Brownsboro City Park are also within 16 mi (25 km).
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Mermaid Lake House - Arcridgeranchresort.com Reviews
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Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 34 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 34 reviews
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Reviews
10/10
EXCELLENT OUTDOOR TRIP
sally l.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10
Quiet and peaceful!
Great for nature walks
Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10
Everything we were looking for... very quiet and relaxing. My husband and my sister woke up every fishing. The paddle boats was enough added plus to the stay. The property managers was so wonderful so friendly. We will be back enjoyed every moment of it lovely place.
Pattie T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
Adorable 2/2 cabin with wraparound porch on private pond was perfect for our escape from reality. Onsite owners quick to respond to any issue. Watching the geese on the pond & the longhorn calves frolic next door provided entertainment during long hours of conversation on the porch. Perfect. We WILL be back!
Sue B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
Nice place easy to find with some good fishing and hiking trails
Damon M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10
If you’re headed to East Texas or you just need a great place to say owned by some really great people. Don’t look any further just book a place here my boy and I fished all day one day barbecued for Friends that evening. The owners are awesome and they’re on site, the cabin was clean and beautiful. This is exactly what we needed. It’s way out there, but it’s quiet and nice and exactly what we were looking for.
John B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
We booked this property in order to safely evacuate from Hurricane Ida with our family and pet. The host has been so wonderful and understanding during this difficult time. The kids and men loved fishing on the lake in the paddle boats. Great quiet place to stay.
lindsay t.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
6/10
This place was very out-of-the-way. It was quiet and peaceful with a great view. Unfortunately it needed some updating (broken dishwasher, wifi went in and out, one of the stove burners didn't work).
Beth B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
8/10
Had a fun time. Living room furniture had some stains and wear. Sofa bed was not suitable for sleep. Very uncomfortable. Keurig or similar would be nice for use
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
6/10
We enjoyed our trip to first Monday Trade Days. The cabin was adequate but needs some repairs. The dishwasher wasn’t working & water poured out around the sink facet. The yard was full of ants. The beds were great. Please beware that cell service can be tricky & internet is not the best. It is a drive from Canton but we were ok with that. Overall, it was ok just not for the amount you pay.
Tina M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10
Due to bad weather that had gone through the Canton earlier in the day that left our rental with some clean up needed and with no power, we needed to find another place to stay. I searched VRBO for other locations close and messaged about Mermaid. I received a very quick response. The host had the cabin cleaned for us very quickly and we were able to stay there the same night. We had no idea we would wake up the next morning to such a beautiful lake view.
Thanks so much for being willing and able to get the cabin ready for us quickly so we didn't miss our Girl's Trip to Canton.
This would be a great place for a family or friend gathering with multiple cabins available.
Thanks again,
Rhonda
Rhonda C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
4/10
Location/property was beautiful and peaceful. Unfortunately the cabin was dirty. Food left in fridge and nasty, dirty dishes in cabinet, floors were dirty, bathtubs were dirty. I was very skeptical about laying in the bed after seeing everything that I requested to wash sheets, manager came out with new sheets and removed food in fridge. Other than the dirty cabin and the 2 dogs that were loose and jumping on you the whole time, the view of the lake was beautiful.
Crystal P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10
Outstanding accommodations and the property is amazing! The hosts couldn’t have been more friendly and accommodating. I can already tell this will be a regular stay for us!
Benjamin K.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
8/10
Glenda G G.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
Beautiful stay, clean accommodations, Steve (property manager) was very accommodating and communicative.
Would stay again!
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
8/10
The house was clean and comfortable. The Wi-Fi didn’t work so we girls had wonderful conservations. If you want quite and a beautiful lake scenery it’s a must.
Robbie G.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10
We so enjoyed our weekend get-away at this property!
We were shopping during the day in Canton, and relaxing in the evenings at this cabin/home. A big storm blew through and we lost electricity for a short while, but we still really enjoyed the property by candlelight. Highly recommend the stay here.
Kimberly P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10
Enjoyed everything about this trip
Leonard G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
8/10
Went for some peace and quiet. Did not disappoint. Kid loved the water stuff and seeing the animals. Would definitely stay again.
Thanks!
Brent J.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
10/10
Beautiful place to relax and unwind.
Very peaceful!
Linda H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
10/10
Perfect property to unwind and relax! Close to Canton Trade Days and area restaurants and wineries. Loved the country location and enjoyed the quiet away from the hustle and bustle! We will return !
Brigette W.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
10/10
Property was the perfect location for our getaway. It was convenient to Canton Trade Days and gave us the best downtime to unwind. The lake was absolutely gorgeous at sunrise and sunset. My husband and I will miss our morning coffee with that view! We loved it and are already planning to stay again.
Brigette W.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
8/10
Great place to relax and unwind! We loved the trails and the lake!
One thing to note was there was no cabin rules listed anywhere and no wifi password anywhere. Since there is no reception making it impossible to reach management we went without wifi. But in reality it meant more quality time with the kiddos!
Jessica M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10
Would like to have had a TV for evening time. The place was beautiful and remote.
Very clean! Also very secure.
Renee D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10
We loved the cabin, the amazing front porch, and the water view. We had some great downtime at the cabin and enjoyed getting over to Lake Athens for kayaking which is a very short drive.
Amazing Property, great location, and fantastic host.