Bird Cottage

A rustic stone cottage, a quiet retreat, a romantic getaway - whatever you call it, it's a little piece of heaven nestled in the tall trees of East Texas. It's so close to the Texas State Railroad you can hear the gentle call of the steam whistle. The space A 4-acre lake is just waiting for you to reel in your bass, or perhaps you'd like to help your son or daughter enjoy catching their first sunfish or crappie on a cane pole from the available pier. Bird Cottage is well named because of all the various species of birds native to the area that as bird lovers we often enjoy, so don't forget your binoculars and camera if you are a bird watcher, too. If you just want to escape all the noise, traffic and bustle of the city and need to recharge your batteries, then relax on the soft cushions of the metal gliders under porch fans with a gentle breeze blowing through your hair and with a good book in your hand and a wine glass nearby, or oversleep in the cozy bedroom until the birds wake you to another wonderful day. You'll feel at home when you breathe in the fresh pine scented air should you decide to take a stroll on the grounds or even jog to the end of the 1-mile county road and back. Participating in local activities and festivals, taking a one-hour trip to Canton for First Monday antique and curio shopping, or picking up fresh produce from local farmer's markets may just be what you’re longing to do, and Bird Cottage can be your starting point for those adventures and more. However you decide you’d like to spend your time here, we’ll do our best to make your stay as care free and special as possible, and if you have a special request, just ask. Pets are welcome but there is a $100 fee for the first pet and a $50 for each additional pet brought to the property. Now what are you waiting for? Let’s start making memories! Guest access You are welcome to tour the grounds and all around the lake as well as the fruit orchard. Other things to note You will be staying on a country estate behind secure custom designed iron gates where you can come and go by just using your own gate code. There is a working orchard of fig trees and berries on the property along with greenhouses and a tractor if you'd like to learn about propagating plants as well as perhaps picking some fruit if in season. Pets are welcome but there is a $100 fee for the first pet and a $50 for each additional pet brought to the property. If you invite some of your family or friends to visit you during your stay, their pets will count toward a pet fee as well. We prefer small to medium pets with a maximum of 2. There is a strict no smoking policy anywhere on the property and buildings and that goes for any friendsw and family visiting.