Holiday houses in Montalba

Ice House Inn 2

Welcome to The Icehouse2 , a unique and cozy retreat nestled in historic Palestine, Texas. Built in 1897, this charming getaway beautifully blends vintage character with modern comfort. It comfortably accommodates up to 6 guests with 3 inviting bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen. Whether you’re here to relax, explore, or unwind, The Icehouse offers the perfect home-away-from-home experience. *Heads up: Second-floor ceilings are lower, especially noticeable for tall guests.

Clara's Cottage

Nestled in the East Texas trees, just off a major highway sits a cozy retreat waiting for you to visit. Country style living, dining area with fully stocked kitchen for your cooking pleasure or local take out available. Morning and evening our resident deer, squirrels and birds are here for your pleasure. The stars at night are Big and Bright and a Texas sunset awaits you from the front porch. Only minutes away from Palestine with its many festivals, restaurants, antiques shops. Wifi

Dogwood Ridge Lodge

Downshift and experience Dogwood Ridge Lodge, a secluded hidden gem in East Texas, surrounded by 78 acres of pristine woodlands filled with pine and oak trees and winding creeks that offer a stunning natural escape. Start your day sipping coffee on the spacious deck, taking in tranquil woodland scenery. Spend the evening gathered around a cozy warm fire pit. Venture into untouched forests beneath majestic, towering trees. This East Texas getaway guarantees a unforgettable encounter with nature.

Lake House Cottage

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway! Enjoy swimming off the back deck, the ambiance of sitting on the many decks enjoying the beauty of the lake or just relaxing to watch the sunset. If the weather is cooler you may want to enjoy sitting around the gas firepit on the deck or the wood burning fireplace in the Sunroom! The one bedroom has a queen size bed and in the den a pull out sofa bed for two. Less than 10 minutes to downtown for all you shopping and great restaurants too!

Dogwood Cabin on Scenic Wooded Mossbridge Farm

Our two cabins Dogwood and Holly are located on a quiet, wooded 10 acre retreat that is 8 miles from Athens. Our special feature is a spring fed creek that flows year round and has it's own micro climate that is perfect for native ferns, mixed hardwood forest and dogwoods. We have provided a nature trail for bird watching and exercise. Recently we designed and constructed a beautiful pond with three waterfalls and a deck overhanging the water with chairs for enjoying our private paradise.

Visitor’s Paradise- Historic Downtown Loft

Experience the elegance of our historic downtown loft. With beautifully restored and decorated interiors, this relaxing space boasts 12-foot ceilings and a serene atmosphere. Enjoy the convenience of being close to everything, making your trip a breeze to plan. Take tranquil early morning strolls through the historic streets as the city sleeps, then return to the loft for a refreshing cup of coffee. Step outside to discover a vibrant array of antique shops, boutiques, bars, and eateries.

Cardinal Cove, elevated deck/Florida bass fishing

Kick back and relax in this calm, family friendly space whether it’s for fun or work. You will discover a new experience…fresh air, a beautiful hardwood forest, a small private lake, so quiet and peaceful with wildlife surrounding you, and of course, cardinals! You will be inside a gated community with private parking, a campfire area and a canoe. You may fish in the lake in front of the guest house, but it is strictly “catch and release”. Newly constructed. Now ready for guests!

The Cabin at Bell & Brook Ranch

Surrounded by nature, our off-grid cabin is perfect for unplugging, reconnecting, and relaxing. On the peninsula of a pond surrounded by forests and sweeping views of open hay fields, the Cabin is a unique, tranquil getaway located inside of a working ranch. Watch clouds float by on the attached porch, or the sunset on the water, then enjoy the warmth of the fire pit while the stars come out! Find your adventure here—meeting the horses, fishing, or just exploring the forest trails.

Hidden Gem Cottages: Sapphire Cottage

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay. The house has a king bed in the master with attached bath, a secondary bedroom with 2 queens, an additional hall bath and queen sleeper sofa in the living room. It sits on a stocked pond with a fishing pier. You will have access to fish and relax at our catch and release pond. The outdoor space also includes a patio with gas grill, large front porch overlooking the pond, covered back porch overlooking woods and a fire pit.

Twin Oaks Ranch

Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Fishing is permitted in the ponds. The ponds are stocked with a dock. Enjoy a walk through the forest trails. Clean and newly renovated guest house. A fully equipped kitchen is provided with all the necessary utensils. The bedroom has a king-size bed. Two couches can be pulled out to create two additional beds. We welcome dogs. There is a fenced yard for dogs and a doggy door. 15 minutes to town. There is no fire pit or grill.

Lovely Guest House

Our Guest House is recently remodeled and just re-listed on Airbnb. It now has a full kitchen with an oven and induction cooktop, new flooring and other new finishes. Located in the beautiful piney woods of East Texas with breathtaking view of the surrounding hills and valleys. In addition to the Guest House you will enjoy a game room/exercise room and our beautiful grounds with a hammock and children’s playscape. It's the perfect getaway for a group of friends or family.

Sweet Cabin with History and Charm

The Henry Homeplace has been restored to as close to original as possible. This 85 acre property offers a pond for fishing, natural scenery and wildlife, an outdoor private hot tub, an outdoor pavilion, farm animals to love on and so much more! Our location is perfect for being close to town, but getting away from the city for a little bit of rest and relaxation. Restaurants, shops, historical treasures and even the Texas State Railroad are close enough for you to enjoy.