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A secret Hideaway in Great Lake Home with a view

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Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, video games
2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

A secret Hideaway in Great Lake Home with a view

Escape the hustle and recharge at our peaceful 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom lake retreat nestled on a serene ½-acre cul-de-sac lot in Hidden Harbor near Cedar Creek Lake. Shaded by mature oak trees and featuring a cozy fire pit, this rural haven is perfect for lake lovers, families, couples, or anyone seeking rest and relaxation in a quiet, homey setting.

While the property is just one house from the lake, water access is via public docks and access points throughout the area. There are several public swimming spots and marinas nearby, and boat rentals are easy to arrange via boatrentusa.com.

This is a home away from home – not perfect, but loved – and we welcome guests to enjoy it the way we do.

In all honesty, we know the carpets need to be replaced. It's on our to-do list as part of future renovations. In the meantime, we hope you'll enjoy this lower-cost rental home with all the amenities you need for a comfortable and memorable stay.

The Space
2 Bedrooms + Hide-a-bed

2 Full Bathrooms

New industrial washer & dryer

New microwave in fully stocked kitchen

NVIDIA Shield for all your streaming needs (supports Netflix, Prime, Disney+, and more)

Amazon Prime access

High-speed 1Gbps Fiber Internet via Optimum

Fire pit with outdoor seating

Ample room for parking

Peaceful cul-de-sac setting

Take a Bottle, Leave a Bottle
We have a small wall display for guests who may have forgotten to grab a bottle before arriving.
Feel free to take a bottle, enjoy, and unwind — all we ask is that you leave one in return for the next guest. Cheers!

Fireworks – Help Yourself!
We keep a small stash of fireworks in the garage – feel free to light up the night and enjoy a little celebration, safely and responsibly.
Just be sure to follow local guidelines and check for any active burn bans (usually posted at the entrance to Hidden Harbor). Please replace any that you use. We do ask that you find a safe place to use them, and do not use them on the property. Find somewhere that will not disturb the neighbors. Thank you in advance.

Also nearby: There’s a seasonal fireworks stand just minutes from the house. Open during:

June 24 – July 4

December 20 – January 1

May 1 – May 5 (Cinco de Mayo, select counties)

Tell them Michelle from Canada sent ya! They'll know exactly who you mean.

Dining, Drinks & Essentials Nearby
Whether you're staying in or heading out, here are some local spots we love:

Restaurants & Cafés
Bama’s BBQ & Grill (Seven Points) – Top-tier Texas BBQ with a friendly vibe

Vera’s Backyard BBQ (Gun Barrel City) – A hidden gem with great ribs and sausage

Hector's Mexican Restaurant (Gun Barrel City) – Solid Tex-Mex and margaritas

Blueberry Hill Farms (Edom) – Fresh pies, berry picking, and a charming brunch spot

The Dockside BBQ (nearby marina) – Casual lakeside eats and Southern comfort dishes

Pubs & Nightlife
Boondocks Bar & Grill (Seven Points) – Live music and cold drinks, very casual

Lake House Bar & Grill (Gun Barrel City) – Great food, lake views, and a relaxed vibe

Old West Saloon (Tool, TX) – Rustic, rowdy, and full of local character

Groceries & Essentials
Brookshire’s Grocery (Seven Points) – Fully stocked for all your meal planning needs

Dollar General & Family Dollar (nearby) – Convenient for snacks, toiletries, and basics

Walmart Supercenter (Gun Barrel City) – For full grocery runs and general goods

Liquor Stores
GBC Liquor Store (Gun Barrel City)

Kings Creek Liquor (Seven Points)

Gas Stations
Shell, Chevron, and Exxon (Seven Points & Gun Barrel City) – All within a 10–15 minute drive

Murphy USA (Walmart Gun Barrel City) – Affordable fuel near the shopping center

Location
1 hr 20 min from Dallas

10 min from Seven Points

15 min from Gun Barrel City

Easy access to public marinas, docks, and swimming areas

Want to get on the water?
Check out boatrentusa.com for boat rentals on Cedar Creek Lake. Whether it’s a pontoon party or a fishing day, they’ve got you covered.

Property manager

Michelle Balderson

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Unit size: 1,758 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
A Secret Hideaway in Great Lake Home
A Secret Hideaway in Great Lake Home With a View Trinidad

About the neighborhood

Map
Trinidad, TX

What's nearby

  • Cedar Creek Reservoir - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Library at Cedar Creek Lake - 18 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Whatz-Up Family Fun Park - 19 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Tom Finley Park - 22 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Richland Chambers Reservoir - 40 min drive - 41.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪American Legion - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Hut Restaurants - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Got Smoked On The Go - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Lakeview Burger - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A secret Hideaway in Great Lake Home with a view pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at A secret Hideaway in Great Lake Home with a view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A secret Hideaway in Great Lake Home with a view?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A secret Hideaway in Great Lake Home with a view located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is steps from Cedar Creek Reservoir and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Trinity River. Flag Lake and Optimist Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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A secret Hideaway in Great Lake Home with a view Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 104 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elaine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Weekend

Very nice stay. Quiet neighbor. This our second time to stay at this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing

Very nice and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ginger s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Canton weekend

Everything was great. Location and price was great for Canton shopping weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Perfect getaway location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Melissa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

We really enjoyed our stay. House was uniquely decorated and gave off the vibe of home. We will definitely
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would stay again!

Very easy communication and exactly what was listed. The Home is very fun inside with everything you would need for your stay. Quiet neighborhood. Will come back
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secret Hideaway

Great homey place and quiet location. Loved the decor...you can tell the hosts have a great sense of humor and are good people!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place!!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Loved the peace and quite! The place was clean and tidy, and the bed was comfortable. We cooked our own food and everything you need is there utensil wise. The wife and I have always wanted to move to the country and for us this little place provides an awesome taste of that. We will definitely rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

B B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and comfortable

Loved the stay! It felt very homey. The decor and decorative knick-knacks were an added bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JD L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

JDL

Wonderful property - we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor Day

The house had very warm atmosphere. Felt like I was at home. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JD L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

MR

Great house & beautiful setting
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint escape

The property is nestled into a quiet community near the water. The space was perfect for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Mike T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Fishing trip

Nice stay. Roads bumpy, driveway tight for trucks and boats. TV reception flakey. Rooms nice. Kitchen and den nice too.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This was a great place to stay for our Canton TX flea market trip. Cute little house. Well supplied

This was a great place to stay for our Canton Flea market trip. Not far from our shopping in Canton. Well supplied and cute house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2nd weekend in a row

Such an awesome property we came back the next weekend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

Carrie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Comfy Getaway

Very comfortable and spacious house. The best stocked kitchen we’ve ever stayed in. Peaceful and quiet. Very clean. No lake access.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Great house, quiet neighborhood with a fantastic owner. Michelle was very accommodating and quick to respond to any questions. Thank you!
Stayed 52 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent as always

We work in the area and require overnight accommodations for the crews. This is their favorite place to stay. We are always so grateful when this home is available. Host is wonderful, property is nice and well cared for. The best home away from home for our guys! So much better than any hotel room could ever be.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave and Cyndi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

The property was perfect! We stayed for 3 days. We really enjoyed the house, the yard, and area to walk! Everything worked perfectly and was nice and clean. It was like a home away from home. Thank you for sharing! 🏡
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy

A cozy little house in a quiet neighborhood. The property manager was prompt and helpful with everything. I would definitely recommend and will try to book again for our next Texas trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alicya C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jokes on Jokes on the Lake

House was amazing and comfortable. Had everything we needed for our long weekend stay. I loved all the corky funny signs all over the house. Made me feel right at home. One recommendation would be a step by step map of where the light switches are and what goes to what. After 3 days I still don’t think I knew where all the switches were or what switch went to what light 😂
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Denise P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake time

This property is close to the water and there is a winery just down the road. It rained on us all weekend so we spent a lot of time inside or out and about the area. The home slept two adults and three children easily.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Misty B.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Cozy cottage with interesting decor

This cottage has 2 clean full bathrooms - one in a bedroom and one main bathroom. Both bedrooms have queen/king beds and the living room has a day bed. The kitchen is very nice. The carpets are old and have a cat smell. We could not see the lake from this property. Fine for a 2-night stay and for the price. There is a coffee shop and cute restaurant nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Experience

Nestled within eye sight og Cedar Creek Lake, this VACATION was just what the Doctor ordered. Clear and well stocked, the experiment was phenomenal. Had aslight issue due to a death in the family but the owner quickly worked to resolve the issue. I will HIGHLY RECOMMEND this propety to anyone even remotely thinking about it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023