Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View

Top rated by guests
Rusk Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1BA | 1,500 Sq Ft | 5 Steps Required
Kitchen | 1st Floor | Cooking Basics | Keurig Coffee Maker
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Cottage Exterior | Fire Pit w/ Seating | BBQ Grill
review stars
10Outstanding
(8 Ratings)
"Overall we had a pretty good experience. Very cute home and loved the backyard. Perfect size for a family of 4."
Emily M.
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10 / 10
Outstanding(8 Ratings)

Cottage in Texas

6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area

About this cottage rental

Are you seeking a relaxing escape in the piney woods of Texas? You’ll love this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath Rusk vacation rental! Perfect for families and friends, this cottage boasts a well-equipped kitchen, a covered patio, a BBQ grill, and views of the surrounding countryside. When you’re not exploring the property, head out to Lake Palestine for fishing, boating, and waterfront dining. After your adventures, roast s’mores over the fire pit or settle into the hammock for some stargazing!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Outdoor Dining Space | 35 Mi to Lake Palestine

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2 (Loft): Full Bed | Bonus Room: Full Futon | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress, Pack ‘n Play

OUTDOOR LIVING: Gazebo, fire pit w/ seating, BBQ grill, dining area, hammock, rural surroundings
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, DVD player, 2-person dining table, high chair, board games, books
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, microwave, refrigerator, stove/oven, Keurig coffee maker, drip coffee maker, toaster, spices
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, central A/C & heating, hair dryer, hangers, complimentary toiletries
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), 1 exterior security camera (facing out)
ACCESSIBILITY: 5 steps required to enter, 1 bedroom on 1st floor, 2-story cottage
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), RV/trailer parking allowed on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

HEAD OUTSIDE: Rock Water Ranch (1 mile), Rusk Footbridge Park (2 miles), Birmingham Golf Club (3 miles), Lake Jacksonville - watersports (18 miles), Lake Palestine - boating, fishing, swimming, marinas, waterfront dining (35 miles)
LOCAL HIGHLIGHTS: Texas State Railroad - Rusk Depot (4 miles), Maydelle Country Wines (8 miles), Bulah’s Best Farm (13 miles)
NEARBY TOWNS: Jacksonville (12 miles), Bullard (25 miles), Tyler (38 miles), Athens (52 miles)
AIRPORT: Tyler Pounds Regional Airport (48 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story property requires 5 steps to enter and interior stairs to access the 2nd-floor bedroom
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 Ring exterior security camera located on the back porch in the right corner facing the entrance and parking. It does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when activated by motion. It will record when it first senses motion and 30 seconds after the last motion is detected

Amenities

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

10 / 10
Outstanding(8 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
Overall we had a pretty good experience. Very cute home and loved the backyard. Perfect size for a family of 4.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
We enjoyed the house and big yard. House was clean and had all essentials. AC works good. We enjoyed exploriing the area and history of Rusk. Would stay again.
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
Very clean and private. Easy access to the surrounding communities.
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
We had a wonderful stay. The house was welcoming and the outside was well kept and relaxing. I would recommend putting a reflector at the driveway entrance. It's very dark at night and we had a hard time seeing the driveway. 100% recommend this house and would stay again.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Rusk Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Grill & Countryside View?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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