Places to stay near Fort Parker State Park

The Firefly- Pvt drive Studio Apt, 5mins from Lake

The Firefly is located in heart of Dawson, Texas only a short drive to beautiful natural landscapes of country fields, small businesses, and five minute drive to the Navarro Mills Lake. You will enjoy the rural charm of a small town off the main road that will take you straight into Waco if you go West 40 minutes or Corsicana if you go East 30 minutes. The Firefly is 1.15 hours away from Dallas, Texas. If you are looking for a peaceful and relaxing vacation spot, we welcome you to the Firefly.

The Hill | Modern Farm House 9 miles to Magnolia

A truly custom & quality built home nestled in the quiet countryside just outside of Waco. The home is full of beautifully handcrafted finishes and complete with large windows that fill the space with natural light. Situated only 10mins from Magnolia & Baylor University, this home just built in 2018 is conveniently located to everything in Waco without the traffic & noise of the city. There are two other homes on the 7 ac property and therefore we DO NOT allow any parties or events of ANY KIND.

Wheneverwood Hideaway: FREE farm fresh eggs w/stay

Unique and tranquil getaway. We have all the amenities you will need for a great stay. A stylish little cabin in the country with access to walking trails, a pool, and a hot tub($) at the main house. We have farm animals and we run an animal rescue that can have up to 32 dogs. They stay in a fenced-in yard where the pool is located and love to swim with guests! We have added Starlink internet to the cabin as well as a smart TV to greatly enhance your entertainment options during your stay.

1920's Vintage Caboose on Lake Limestone in Texas

Vacation from your worries and enjoy the life of the "Red Bobber" 1920s Caboose. Restored and renovated into a fully functional tiny getaway for the family, fishermen or water enthusiast. This 1920s Caboose takes you back in time. From the minute you step on board It has both the original classic touches of restored history with a modern chic renovation. You clearly see that every paint stroke, every nail, every touch was crafted with appreciation for the original masterpiece that it once was.

The Ranch Cabin - 20 minutes to The Silos!

Welcome to "The Cabin" at Travers Cattle Company! Come enjoy a real life ranch experience. A true quaint and quiet retreat, free of TV or WiFi distractions, just nature and solitude! Reserve "The Cabin" for two or pair it with "The Barndiminium" for a shared experience with friends or family! The Cabin is located on a working ranch hub alongside "The Barndominium" and our workshop. Relish in this beautiful, peaceful country area with breathtaking sunsets and sunrises! Cell phones work!

Mini Metal Moonshine Mansion

If you've ever wanted to experience living in a tiny home while fishing from the backyard come stay here! The second bedroom is a beautiful loft in this 6 year old 900 sq ft lakefront retreat. Cute Athens is only 5 miles away, and Canton's First Monday is 30 miles away. After a fun day of fishing, kayaking, SUP races, swimming in the lake, pedal boating, feeding the ducks, cornhole, or frisbee throwing enjoy a gorgeous east TX sunset with your favorite beverage and then a fire with s'mores.

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.

Amazing Home on Brazos Bluffs Ranch

Ride horses and hike on densely wooded trails on our ranch --the most scenic location in the county. It's called "Brazos Bluffs Ranch" because it rises from grassy meadows on the river through dense woods to bluffs towering 120' overlooking miles of the river valley. The vacation house is a comfortable and beautiful stone and log home. 15 minutes from Magnolia Silos and Baylor. See more info on the Host's website at Brazos Bluffs Ranch.

Red Farmhouse on 17 acres~20 min to Waco &Magnolia

Decorated by a licensed architect, this is a cozy two bed two bath farmhouse on 16+ acres. Enjoy the calm and seclusion of country life while being only twenty minutes away from conveniences of Waco. Pets are welcomed, please add them to your reservation. For events and design inquiries please contact us. This farmhouse has a full kitchen, an outdoor fire pit and BBQ. The lot has two ponds with fish ~ catch and release ~