Places to stay near Purtis Creek State Park

Lake House Cottage

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway! Enjoy swimming off the back deck, the ambiance of sitting on the many decks enjoying the beauty of the lake or just relaxing to watch the sunset. If the weather is cooler you may want to enjoy sitting around the gas firepit on the deck or the wood burning fireplace in the Sunroom! The one bedroom has a queen size bed and in the den a pull out sofa bed for two. Less than 10 minutes to downtown for all you shopping and great restaurants too!

Mini Metal Moonshine Mansion

If you've ever wanted to experience living in a tiny home while fishing from the backyard come stay here! The second bedroom is a beautiful loft in this 6 year old 900 sq ft lakefront retreat. Cute Athens is only 5 miles away, and Canton's First Monday is 30 miles away. After a fun day of fishing, kayaking, SUP races, swimming in the lake, pedal boating, feeding the ducks, cornhole, or frisbee throwing enjoy a gorgeous east TX sunset with your favorite beverage and then a fire with s'mores.

Dogwood Cabin on Scenic Wooded Mossbridge Farm

Our two cabins Dogwood and Holly are located on a quiet, wooded 10 acre retreat that is 8 miles from Athens. Our special feature is a spring fed creek that flows year round and has it's own micro climate that is perfect for native ferns, mixed hardwood forest and dogwoods. We have provided a nature trail for bird watching and exercise. Recently we designed and constructed a beautiful pond with three waterfalls and a deck overhanging the water with chairs for enjoying our private paradise.

The Firefly Guesthouse- Quiet Lakeside Retreat

A unique cabin in the woods, just 20 minutes from Canton First Monday. Our lakeside guesthouse is a wonderful respite tucked away from the hustle of the city. Charming surroundings for an unforgettable girls retreat, or leave the husband here to fish while you shop! Sleep in a silo or on the screened sleeping porch as the coyotes howl. Meet our goat, Punkin, or visit the veggie garden. You'll enjoy serene views, and starry skies! We highly recommend unplugged weekends at The Firefly!

Small rustic cabin on ranch close by main house

Simple ,very quiet,western decorated rustic studio cabin by main house on 200 acre working cattle ranch . Great work place.Small lake for fishing .Unlike others,NO cleaning fee /deposit. Stocked lake catfish / bass. Outside fire pits . Charcoal bbq grill . Do have a little wood , but bring your own wood too. 3 miles into town ,with stores supermkt, restaurants . Cedar creek lake with 300 miles of shoreline close by ...boat / fishing rentals . 15 miles from famous Canton Trade Days

Moon Honey Treehouse - Romantic Getaway - No Kids

Gorgeous treehouse escape nestled in the tree tops of Garden Valley, Tx. The perfect place for a honeymoon, anniversary or surprise romantic getaway! All the joy and imagination of a treehouse combined with elegance, modernized to help adults relax and reconnect. Enjoy coffee in the trees on the balcony, wine and cheese with a sunset view, indoor/outdoor shower. Fully stocked kitchen and outdoor hibachi grill for those who love to cook, great local restaurants for those who don’t.

The Cottage at Hidden Creek w/ Hot Tub and Firepit

Quaint cottage nestled among three acres of towering trees. Featuring a large, newly updated kitchen, spacious bedroom, and lots of outdoor living space including a hot tub and fire pit. This cabin in the woods offers the seclusion and East Texas beauty you seek, yet is just minutes away from numerous restaurants and attractions with easy access to Interstate 20 and Toll 49. Retreat to the large deck and gaze at the stars, or grab a blanket and enjoy s’mores by the fire.

Relaxing Treehouse Getaway

Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. This tree house is sitting on stilts among trees where a beautiful oak tree comes through the elevated outside dining patio area. The tree house is located on our 15 acres of wooded property with approx. 1 mile in walking trails in the woods on the property for exploring and observing wildlife. Our guests frequently notice our deer and other woodland creatures who share this space with us.

Cozy home with yard - Pearl Cottage

Get away from it all and discover the allure of lake life at this modern 2-bedroom, 1 bathroom cottage. Set on half an acre just steps away from Cedar Creek Reservoir and a short drive from the DFW area, this rental is ideal for a couples getaway, or as a family retreat. Enjoy a front row seat to nature while sitting on the front or back porch, walking around a beautiful lakefront neighborhood, and fishing, swimming or boating on the lake.