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Waterfront - Winding Trail Lodge, Sleeps 6, Enjoy Amenities on Holly Lake Ranch

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Wall of windows with beautiful view of Whispering Winds Lake.
Smart TV for streaming your favorite movies.
Seeing for 6 at dining table.
Living area
Fully furnished kitchen. Just bring your food.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Pool

Explore the area

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Holly Lake Ranch, TX
  • Holly Lake Ranch Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Bent Willow Lake
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Tyler State Park
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront - Winding Trail Lodge, Sleeps 6, Enjoy Amenities on Holly Lake Ranch

Winding Trail Lodge has it all! A spacious, living area with a wonderful fireplace with lots of room to gather and visit, overlooking one of the clearest lakes around - perfect for fishing, canoeing or just lounging on the dock. Located inside Holly Lake Ranch, East Texas’ premier gated-vacation resort, you’ll enjoy amenities such as hiking trails, swimming pools, tennis courts, pickle ball courts, fishing, canoeing, golfing, not to mention an activities center with a game room, a mini-theater and 2 restaurants on premises. This fully-furnished, 3-bedroom, single-level lodge with a massive picture window is perfect for families, girl's or guy's getaway or 3 couples just wanting to get away from the big city for a while.

We offer a canoe to use for a relaxing time on this small private lake with no public access. You are welcome to bring kayaks as well. This lake does not allow boats with motors. Many fish have been caught off our private boat dock.

100 miles east of Dallas and within minutes of Mineola, Gladewater and Jefferson with scores of antique shops, lakes, wineries and some of the best motorcycle riding in the country, you may find yourself saying, “Do we have to go back”?

Please note that as of April 1, 2022 there will be a fee for guests to bring motored watercraft in to Holly Lake Ranch to use on the private lakes. The fee is $50 and is good for three days for watercraft on Lake Greenbriar or Holly Lake.

Property manager

Joe and Carolyn Fields

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
1 small, non-shedding dog considered, min.1yr. old
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside smoking only with use of ashtray.
10 pm noise curfew. No trespassing on neighbors yards or boat docks.
This is a gated community with HOA restrictions. Security guards only allow entrance to guests on the guest list provided by property manager.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Holly Lake Ranch

Located in Hawkins, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Holly Lake Ranch Golf Club and Grand Oaks Vineyard & Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hawkins City Park And Pavilion and Mineola Railroad Museum. Beauweevils and Clara Ida Frances, Inc are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Holly Lake Ranch, TX

What's nearby

  • Holly Lake Ranch Golf Club - 10 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Bent Willow Lake - 13 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Tyler State Park - 33 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Lake Fork - 42 min drive - 42.0 km
  • University of Texas at Tyler - 47 min drive - 53.9 km

Getting around

  • Mineola Station - 32 min drive
  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tele's Mexican Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Eagle Crossing Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪East Texas Cocktails - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sugar Britches Bread Company Eatery & Pub - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterfront - Winding Trail Lodge, Sleeps 6, Enjoy Amenities on Holly Lake Ranch have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Waterfront - Winding Trail Lodge, Sleeps 6, Enjoy Amenities on Holly Lake Ranch pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront - Winding Trail Lodge, Sleeps 6, Enjoy Amenities on Holly Lake Ranch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront - Winding Trail Lodge, Sleeps 6, Enjoy Amenities on Holly Lake Ranch?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront - Winding Trail Lodge, Sleeps 6, Enjoy Amenities on Holly Lake Ranch located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Holly Lake Ranch Golf Club and within 12 miles (20 km) of Bent Willow Lake and Page Park. Wells Park and Hawkins City Park And Pavilion are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 204 out of 219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 219 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 219 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 219 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 219 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brian E.

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

Wonderful

We had a great stay, this was oir second time and it was just as wonderful as the first.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

Great Home

We stayed for 3 nights and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The kitchen was very well stocked with all you need for cooking. The wildlife was wonderful and we couldn’t have enjoyed it any more!! Great vacation spot in the piney woods of ETX.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

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

Fifth stay at Winding Trail Lodge

This makes the fifth year we’ve chosen to stay at Winding Trail Lodge. Very quiet and relaxing. Every stay has been excellent and we fully intend on staying here again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lionel M.

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

Fall getaway

Beautiful property We loved the huge picture windows withe the view of the lake and sitting on the outside deck we saw lots of deer and even a Red Fox great place we met lots of residents on our walks of the grounds and everyone was so friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karina T.

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

Ohh so Peaceful.

Living in a big city like Houston sometimes requires getting away to reset. This is the perfect spot to do so.There was only wemen in our group and we felt safe and comfortable. The pictures, description and reviews just don't do this property justice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

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

Great Place for a Relaxing Stay!

Owners were great to work with! The house was clean and beautiful. Great location in Holly Lake Ranch with easy access to all the amenities. Everything you need was supplied by the owners. The lake was quiet and we enjoyed kayaking and fishing. This rental has everything you need for an enjoyable relaxing stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie G.

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

Peaceful and Private

Even though the home is in a neighborhood we felt completely secluded due to all of the trees. Viewing the lake from the living room windows, deck, or dock was very peaceful. We were a little surprised by the overgrowth of foliage on the grounds since the pictures show it to be cleared, but the kids enjoyed playing on the deck and all of the community amenities offered. We enjoyed the home, and the hosts were very accommodating and quick to reply. Wwereweresurprised by the
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

BFS

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

Relaxing getaway

This is our second time staying here. The property manager is accommodating and great at communicating. The location is perfect! The inclusion of a canoe was greatly appreciated. We had the most relaxing weekend to end our summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

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

Lakeside Home

Just what we needed!! Thank you 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

beverly p.

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

Trip to Holly Lake Ranch

Clean, Well-Maintained property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dirk S.

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

Great Get-A-Way

Wonderful house to stay at for a get a way in the woods. Great neighborhood / community. Right off a pond with canoe to use. Stayed here twice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

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

Solar Eclipse at Holly Lake Ranch

Over a year ago, we started looking for a place with natural beauty and within the band of totality during the April 8th Solar Eclipse. We also needed someplace affordable and although we zeroed in on Texas, it seemed that many places didn't meet our requirements. Holly Lake Ranch met all our needs and more. What a gorgeous and restful setting and a completely comfortable and clean home. The huge windows that look out into the trees and the path leading to the lake was my favorite thing and it's captivating. My daughter, son-in-law and son came for the eclipse and we enjoyed playing games, laughing, enjoying a great meal at "A taste of Italy" and then the eclipse and a BBQ on the deck. (The BBQ looked brand new!) A rainstorm moved in that night and the lightning was impressive through the picture windows. The kids left the next day but we stayed on, listening to the rain, reading in perfect comfort and stepping out for a meal in the evenings. So relaxing! We really hated to say goodbye to this beautiful home and it's wonderful surroundings.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

PEGGY B.

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

Relaxing

The house was nice and relaxing. Just an fyi…bathroom right side sink is plumbed backwards (hit and cold) and has a slow drip. The jet tub also has a slow drip. Only one sharp knife. We did love the house overall.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob W., Lake Kiowa TX USA

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

Spring Break Get Away

We took our daughter, who is a teacher for a much needed spring break getaway, We Enjoyed relaxing, reading books, playing board games and each other, Even caught a few small bass off the dock.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa E.

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

Family weekend for parents 50th

The property is beautiful, well equipped and perfect for a small family celebration of my parents 50th. The deck is amazing and the access to the lake is great. We will definitely return when we can spend more time outside.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Holly Lake Ranch visit with Family

The house is absolutely beautiful. We enjoyed our stay so much. We will definitely return to this house again. We didn’t realize there were hiking trails until the last night. We suggest reading your information book at the beginning of your stay. Lol
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F., Arlington, USA

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

Another great stay!

This was our 4th stay with our two adult children and their spouses. The house is very cozy with an open floor layout in the front and it accommodates 6 adults very comfortably. It’s nice to just relax with a cup of coffee and watch the lake from the large windows inside or the outside deck or dock. The grazing deer were plentiful this year. We also dined at the Red Rooster and Taste of Italy, which are only about 20 minutes from the house. We have never been disappointed, which is why we keep coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

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

Nice get away

Yery nice and secluded
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim P.

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

Wonderful getaway in the woods

Enjoyed this cabin tucked into the woods, fishing a little from the dock and coffee in the mornings watching the sunrise. We love HLR and this home helped make our stay very peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris e.

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

Great Get-Away

This was our third time to stay at this lake house, went there to relax and and enjoy nature.. mission accomplished. Bonus got to see some deer on the property and catch some fish off the house dock. Could not ask for a nicer place to stay with all the accommodations and the most wonderful Property Managers Joe and Carolyn.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

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

Hidden Getaway

Great place to stay. Our family enjoyed the nice hidden getaway. Will have this on the list to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bitia S.

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

Beautiful place to reset

The property was absolutely breath takingl! It was surrounded by trees with a clear view of a beautiful lake. We enjoyed time outdoors with a hike, fishing, and a trip around the lake in the canoe provided. The owner thought of absolutely everything to make the trip easy, even providing life jackets. Nothing beat welcoming the sunrise on that dock. We also enjoyed some of the amenities, such as the pool. Everyone was kind and welcoming. Communication with the property manager was prompt and helpful. It was the perfect reset before the start of the school year and we cannot wait to go back! This will definitely be a new family tradition.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorinda W.

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

Nature experience

We love the nature experience of fishing, the deer, hiking and all the amenities that come with the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

East Texas Paradise!!

4 years in a row and we can’t wait for number 5!! Joe is an amazing host and is very communicative and helpful. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

mike z.

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

By the Pond

Secluded and private. Perfect spot for family holiday.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Joe and Carolyn Fields

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We started off as college sweethearts and now have enjoyed 45 years of marriage. With 3 grown children, and 3 precious grandchildren, our home has always been the hub for folks to gather for food, fun and fellowship. We love offering a place for family and friends to gather, connect, and build great memories.

Why they chose this property

We first vacationed at Holly Lake Ranch in 2011 at a waterfront home on Lake Greenbriar. It was love at first sight! Private lakes with great fishing, beautiful wooded community with resort amenities, and the abundance of wildlife...we were hooked. So we bought a home on Lake Greenbriar and absolutely love our retirement at Holly Lake Ranch. We are blessed to manage this awesome home for the Henderson family.

What makes this property unique

Wall of windows provides a beautiful view of this small private lake with a private boat dock. This lake is perfect for canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and enjoying a tranquil view of nature.

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English
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