Lake Cabin Escapes: MoonRiver Lakeview

One of our larger cottages, Moonriver, namesake…Debra's favorite Audrey Hepburn film-Breakfast At Tiffany's . Enjoy the large tin roof covered by a canopy of hardwoods. Cottage was built with handpicked & aged woods including red oak flooring thru-out. Full kitchen with granite counter, comfy living area w/ cedar ceiling, oak staircase to loft BR with King Bed. Catwalk from the bed to scenic views. Full bathroom. Outdoor seating & grill. Access to Lake Palestine. Hot tub on property!

We are in the woods and there are all types of insects, poison Ivy, and the usual critters such as snakes, deer, rabbits, foxes, raccoons, bobcats, roadrunners, etc....please be aware when exploring or leaving things outside. We also have Bald Eagles most often seen in the Fall and Winter. Owner has severe skin allergies and does all the cleaning and laundry. We have a strict no pet policy and cannot accommodate animals of any kind, please do not ask for exceptions. Chiggers are out after May 15, it is best to use insect repellent when out exploring!
We live nearby and are usually available if needed, but we respect the privacy of our guests. We have 5 cabins on the same property, you will share the grounds, hot tub. and lake access, but each one has its own private space! The firepit and outside seating is private and surrounded by woods! Great spot to listen to night creatures by the camp fire or song birds during the day!
We are in the woods and near Lake Palestine within walking distance to a natural shoreline (no beach area). there is a Brookshires grocery and few fast foods about 2 miles away. City of Tyler is about a 20 minute drive with plenty of shopping, restaurants & entertainment. City of Tyler has plenty to do and see. There are several cute rural towns nearby with some local wineries and antique shopping to explore also!
- 20 mins. to Tyler
-20 mins. Tyler Rose Museum or Tyler Historic Azalea Trails
- 40 mins. Canton World Famous Flea Market
- 5 mins. The Villages Indoor Water Park
- 30 mins to Tyler State Park
- 5 mins. to The Villages Marina for boat rentals, fishing, grill and live music venue
- 10 mins to Lake Palestine Dam area
- 30 mins to Texas State Railroad -Rusk Depot
- 25 mins to New York Zipline Adventures
- 20 mins to Athens Fish Hatchery
- 20 mins.Tyler Caldwell Zoo
- 15 mins. Kiepersol Winery and restaurant
- 20 mins to Edom Arts & Log Cabin Restaurant, also Blue Moon Gardens
- 30 mins Cherokee Trace Drive Thru Safari
- 30 mins. East Tx Zoo & Gator Park
-15 mins to several Disc Golf courses or Pickle ball Courts The Roc, Lindsey Park, Faulkner Park, Pollard Park
- 20 mins Texas Rose Horse Park
-10 mins. to Frankston, home of Attwoods Famous Cowboy Hats and Pandora's Box cool antique shop!




You're welcome to walk the trails around the cabin. The Villages Marina is 10 minutes away. You can go to the lake for viewing sunsets, swimming or fishing all at your own risk. It is not a public swimming area, just a natural shoreline. Parking is close by and each cabin has its own trail, please follow your designated drive only! Tyler is a short drive away!
We have an outdoor game area set up to enjoy a round of corn hole while catching a view of the Lake! Our cabins are more for getting outdoors not so much for movie watching as we have limited internet and zero cable available here:)
Sit on the front porch and enjoy the birds singing and build a campfire at night! Swimming is at your own risk. You are welcome to use the chairs on the bluff and watch the beautiful sunsets! Adult guests can access our shared outdoor hot tub!
New fishing dock available to all our guests! Great spot for some of the best fishing on the lake or to tie up floats and swim! It is a walk down to the lake on a narrow foot path!
The Tinyhouse Cabin is perfect for romantic getaways. What makes it unique is the compact luxury/roughness. Come see to understand. It is ideal for couples, but can accommodate a small family. It is a small space for more than 2 adults. Due to the nature of our construction and owner having severe skin allergies we have a strict no pet policy! We do all the laundry an cleaning ourselves and CANNOT accommodate animals of any kind. Please respect our health and do not ask for exceptions.
Cable TV and ground internet are not available here in the woods. We do have limited Jet pack Wi-Fi for use as a hot spot.
Come to unplug and enjoy the Romance, Nature, and Beautiful Outdoors!
This is not the best spot for TV and streaming:)
New little fishing dock with access to Lake Palestine for all our cabin guests, great spot to watch the sunset or the passing boats:) It is a walk to the lake access spots, but we have trail markers along the way!
Hot Tub on property and within walking distance to the cabin.
PLEASE use only the designated drive for your cabin for the SAFETY and privacy of each guest on our property! Feel free to explore the lake shoreline and woods around the property:) Tyler is 15 mins away!
Swim or fish the shoreline or from the fishing dock! Please note it is a walk down to the lake on a narrow foot trail.