The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake

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4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8111.5 sq m

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Parking available
Hot tub
Dryer
Kitchen
Washer
Barbecue grill

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Karnack, TX

Caddo Lake
‪3 min walk‬
Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge
‪6 min walk‬
Caddo Lake State Park
‪22 min drive‬
Marshall, TX (ASL-Harrison County)
‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

4 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

About this property

Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space at Caddo Lake / Big Lake in Karnack, Tx. Right across the road from Tuckers boat ramp for launching. Covered boat parking and charging at on site carport.Also, daily or overnight in water boat parking available for $3 day.Enjoy year-round fun boating, duck hunting, fishing, and frogging on Caddo Lake. Hunting is also available at the Caddo Lake national wildlife refuge located behind the property. 4 Bedrooms (all queens) 2 Baths (1 shower only, 1 shower/tub combo) Large kitchen Open floor plan Laundry room Private hot tub on front porchOutdoor firepit & seating Kayaks availf9r giest use. Entire house. Located in a rural areaGeneral need items:Zapps convenient store (bait, snacks, drinks, NO GAS): 5 miles / 6 minsFamily Dollar: 8.5 miles / 14 minsRestaurants: Zapps BBQ: 5 miles / 6 minsBig Pines: 10.5 miles / 18 mins (also available by boat)Shady Glade Café: 13.5 miles / 22 mins (also available by boat)Lighthouse Bar & Grill: 14 miles / 22 minsGrocery Store / Gas: Spring Market: 16 miles / 18 minsThings to do: Caddo Lake State Park: 9 miles / 17 minsCaddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge: 4.5 miles / 12 minsGator & Friends: 16.5 miles / 19 minsSplash Kingdom (seasonal): 24.5 miles / 29 mins

Property manager

April Myers

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Karnack

Located in Karnack, this holiday home is in a rural area. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Caddo-Pine Island Oil Historical Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Caddo Lake State Park and Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge.

Karnack, TX

What's nearby

Caddo Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Caddo Lake State Park and Wildlife Management Area - 17 min drive - 16.2 km
Caddo Lake State Park - 22 min drive - 24.0 km
Martha Josey Ranch - 27 min drive - 26.3 km

Getting around

Marshall Depot - 36 min drive
Shreveport, LA (SHV-Shreveport Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪Big Pines Lodge - ‬24 min drive
‪Shady Glade Cafe - ‬28 min drive
‪Dallas Caddo Club - ‬29 min drive
‪RiverBend Restaurant on Caddo Lake - ‬27 min drive
‪Crookshank Pool Hall Spot - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Gator Den at Caddo Lake / Big Lake located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Caddo Lake and Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge. Caddo Lake State Park and Wildlife Management Area is 10 mi (16.2 km) away.

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

James H.

3 August 2024

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

Great getaway

Beautiful property and friendly owners. Highly recommend booking the gators den

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

16 April 2024

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

Great Stay!

My crew and I enjoyed the stay very much. All 4 of us were comfortable the entire week. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

7 March 2024

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

Great short trip

This was perfect for a girls weekend away. We were safe and very secluded. I wish we could have seen the water, but the boat tour was close and great.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Loretta R.

25 May 2024

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

Sisters weekend

Very relaxing. Furniture comfy with lots of space

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alabama H.

30 June 2024

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

The spot you want

The owner was a pleasure to work with. She made our trip a breeze to stay with and help set up our trip for success. The house was very nice and clean. The proximity to the boat ramp made getting on and off the water in a snap. If you like to fish this is the place to stay. Our group had a great time.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Lois M.

16 March 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice owner

it wasn’t exactly what we were expecting. We did have roaches and ants. The landlord dropped off some bait but it didn’t really change anything. The sofa quit working we tried everything and couldn’t get it to work but in messing with it there was cereal and something spilled under the couch. Cereal in the couch. There was a poor dog that was hungry and hung out we finally fed her she was starving we couldn’t get anyone to come get her.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

23 March 2024

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

Great cabin on Caddo Lake

The cabin is as advertised. It was very clean. Had plenty of room for everyone. The front screened in porch is a great for relaxing and enjoying the hot tub. You can see the lake from the front porch. The mattresses are new. They are a little too firm for my preferences, but that’s a personal preference and nothing against the host or house. WiFi and data aren’t great, but then why do you need internet when you’re at the lake.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan V.

12 October 2023

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

Perfect option

Needed a base camp for 24 hrs while on the lake for a photo shoot. Gator Den was perfect for our needs! The host allowed us to drop our bags a bit early and plug in a crock pot to get dinner rolling. The property was tiddy inside and out. Newer clean appliances and comfortable beds and couches. Showers hot and good pressure. It is within walking distance of the lake and had ample space to bark a boat or two overnight. Thank you April!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael M.

10 August 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Gator Den

We saw mouse droppings in the cabinet above the stove. Every dish we tried to use was dirty, had to be washed to use. Bugs were in the kids beds. They had to sleep on the couch. And they said they colud hear mice, making noises. They guy that runs the boat ramp was very nosey. Demanding we pay 3 dollars to fish. We didnt see anywhere it said we needed to pay. No big deal. Other than that, the stay was ok.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

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Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

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