~~~SHORT WALK TO LAKE ATHENS~~~
Welcome to Blue Moon Bungalow--a one bedroom plus loft--done in a modern farmhouse aesthetic, located within a short walking distance from Lake Athens

Our Blue Moon Bungalow features an open floor plan with high ceilings and lots of windows. All rooms -except the loft- are located on the first floor. You'll find the kitchen fully equipped with a fridge, oversized sink, and a 4 burner stove/oven combo unit, as well as a family friendly eat-in bar which opens up to the living room. We provide dishes, silverware, cooking utensils, pots, pans, and outdoor grill. Lots of counter space and serving space. Living area features a comfy sofa and 55in television. The main bedroom features a queen sized bed, closet, and built-in desk for office use. Upstairs loft area has a double bed with plenty of extra room to use a blow up mattress for added guests-we do charge $15 per night per additional guest beyond 4-.
Spacious bathroom with walk-in shower, sink, and toilet.
Blue Moon Bungalow has a private attached deck and provided outdoor grill and seating.
Our property is a private 15 acres of forest located directly across the street from Lake Athens. We are home to much wildlife, including several heard of deer. Property also features a seasonal stream and approximately 1 mile of trails for exploring the woods and observing the wildlife.
On our property we host 4 short term rental facilities. Each of our stays have their own private yard spaces for our guests to enjoy.

When arriving at Southern Stays, you'll enter the property via our front gate which is clearly marked with our address. You'll follow the driveway into the property, where you'll find clearly marked signs that will point you in the direction of your rental. We provide parking space right up to each of our stays.

The host is available my messaging in person or by phone, but intends to let you have your space to yourselves.  The interaction level is up to you.

We are located off of a residential neighborhood which is home to lake houses and mainly weekenders. The neighborhood homes are either lake houses on the lake or near the lake.
We are directly behind the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center, which can be visited for learning experiences, fishing in their private pond, and other local events.
In our same neighborhood is also the Lake Athens Marina, where you can launch your boat, kayak, canoe, or paddle board.
The Boathouse is located at the Marina and is an excellent place to eat or grab a drink. Tell Fran we said "hi" while you're there!
Our neighborhood is known in the area for it's wildlife, wild flowers, streams and coves.

There is a map picture of the property where you can explore the trails.
For checkout guests need to clean all dishes before leaving. There will be an additional fees if the property is left excessively dirty, damaged or if there are missing items from the property. Dog fees are an additional flat fee of $40. Up to 2 dogs under 35lbs. are accepted. Larger dogs may be accepted too but please message me first. All dogs must be house trained. Absolutely no cats allowed. Check out is at 11am and typically the cleaners will be there at to start cleaning no later than 11am. Checking out anytime after 11:30 there will be a $50 fee. Check out after 12:00 there will be a $100 fee.

No Hunting or shooting weapons.

This home is on a septic system, please don’t flush anything but toilet paper.

There are 2 blue trash cans near the road or front gate for your garbage.

There are additional fees after 4 people that stay in the property.

Please watch your step. You are in the woods and you could possibly run across a snake.