Gator Lodge on Caddo Lake

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Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Explore the area

Jefferson, TX

Caddo Lake
‪4 min walk‬
Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge
Caddo Lake State Park
‪31 min drive‬
Marshall, TX (ASL-Harrison County)
‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Gator Lodge is a waterfront property which sets high among towering oak trees overlooking Caddo Lake. We welcomed our first guests in 2010. Three bay boathouse with over the water deck for fishing and relaxation. Deck has table and chairs with ceiling fan. Canoe furnished for guest use. Excellent fishing off of dock.

Property manager

Elizabeth Browning Sloan

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

Lake view

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Washer
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Pet-friendly

House Rules

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Ashtrays are provided on the porch for smoking.

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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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 first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Jefferson

Located in Jefferson, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Caddo-Pine Island Oil Historical Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Caddo Lake and Frog Island. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Jefferson, TX

What's nearby

Caddo Lake - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Earl G Williamson Park - 26 min drive - 30.0 km
Caddo Lake State Park - 31 min drive - 37.4 km
Margaritaville Resort Casino - 56 min drive - 68.1 km
Horseshoe Bossier City Casino - 56 min drive - 68.3 km

Getting around

Shreveport, LA (SHV-Shreveport Regional) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

‪Big Pines Lodge - ‬33 min drive
‪Shady Glade Cafe - ‬37 min drive
‪Plantation Gourmet Coffee Co. - ‬40 min drive
‪Dallas Caddo Club - ‬38 min drive
‪RiverBend Restaurant on Caddo Lake - ‬36 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gator Lodge on Caddo Lake pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

Where is Gator Lodge on Caddo Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Caddo Lake and within 20 miles (32 km) of Frog Island and Caddo-Pine Island Oil Historical Museum. Earl G Williamson Park and Historic Caddo Lake Drawbridge are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ted O.

7 Apr, 2025

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

Gator getaway

Very enjoyable, quiet and relaxing stay. Sam and Lize are great hosts who made us feel right at home. This location is fairly remote with stores or restaurants 20 to 30 mins away so just bring what you need. We even had some luck fishing from the boathouse on a rainy day and caught several nice crappie.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

2 May, 2024

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

Gator lodge

Beautiful property, excellent hosts. Great, relaxing stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elyssa B.

7 Apr, 2025

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

Spring break getaway

My husband, 2 boys and I stayed here over Spring Break for a close to home getaway. We had a great time fishing on the dock and exploring the area (Big Pines Lodge has amazing food and live outdoor entertainment). The kitchen had everything you might need and the owners were nearby to assist with check in and the luggage lift. Keep in mind if you are in a big truck the turn to get to the property is very sharp. The only down side were the mattresses, they're all extremely firm but we didn't stay in them long anyway. We will definitely stay here again and catch another sunset on the dock.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

30 Nov, 2024

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

Caddo Lake Thanksgiving!

Liz and Sam are amazing hosts who were receptive to our needs. We had a glorious day of cooking for Thanksgiving, then canoeing, fishing, hiking, campfire, and more. Caddo Lake is eerily beautiful; perfect!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal D.

6 Mar, 2025

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

Honeymoon on Caddo

From my DIL.....It was so peaceful! The birds and squirrels were my favorite part hahah! The dock was fun ee enjoyed fishing! The house was cute and spacious! They had books and movies! The property was lovely and had seating all around! Our morning coffee outside was wonderful. Such a quiet, relaxing, and magical weekend away!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

30 Sept, 2024

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

Tranquil retreat

Mother Nature at its best

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

10 Oct, 2023

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

Gator Lodge

Very nice place. We enjoyed our stay very much.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

4 Aug, 2024

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

Wonderful weekend!

We absolutely loved Gator Lodge! Sam and Elizabeth were so kind to us and the cabin was just as advertised. We enjoyed the privacy, the view and that the cabin was impeccably clean and neat. We'll be back and highly recommend it!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

29 Mar, 2025

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

Best part of the lake!!

Loved our brief stay at Gator Lodge! I stay at my family's place down the road for few months out of the year, but we had family in town and needed more space. If you're looking to come to Caddo, you can't beat this location for the best of Caddo. (I'm probably biased, but the views from this part of the big lake are stunning -- positioned to catch every sunset over the water on the Big Lake.)Gator Lodge is great for a classic Caddo cabin experience -- modern amenities with the way the lake felt growing up. The dock/outdoor spaces here are incredible as well. If you want a boring house rental that could be in a big city or anywhere, go elsewhere. If you're looking to really feel like you're at Caddo, come here. Highly recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna G.

7 May, 2024

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

Relaxing Vacation

My husband, myself, and our 2 teenagers stayed at this property and really loved it. It was very relaxing, clean, and well-suited to our needs. Furthermore, while off the beaten path, we enjoyed visiting both Jefferson and Shreveport during our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

24 Jun, 2024

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

Weekend Trip

We loved it, beautiful sunsets view from the pier. Took our boat out to cruise the lake. Boat slip was nice to keep from having to load the boat up from each trip. Would stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky S.

16 May, 2024

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

Fishing trip

Great place to stay for a fishing trip. Having the boat slip to dock your boat overnight is great. Boat launch right down the road.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori A.

6 Oct, 2024

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

Great place to recharge

Very comfortable. Everything you need to relax away all your stress. Beds were so comfortable and cozy. Views of the lake from the kitchen! The dock has breathtaking views of the lake Loved every minute and hated to leave.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

15 Sept, 2024

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

Guys fishing trip

The hosts were so nice and the place was perfect . We put our boat in the water easily with the boat ramp so close to lodge. Beautiful sunsets from the deck and great fishing . Thank you Lize and Sam

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie O.

12 Jun, 2023

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

Peaceful

I would recommend this place to anyone! We had a fantastic time.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy R.

1 Oct, 2024

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

Waterfront view

Comfortable beds, clean shower with good water pressure, and cold AC. Bonus was being able to overlook the lake from either the deck or back room of the home. Or just watching the squirrels play in the trees. The stairs may be too steep for the elderly or those with bad joints. Would stay here again if in the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

7 Nov, 2023

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

Loved it!

This was our 2nd time staying at this property, and we'll do it again next year. The house has just about everything you'd need, and it's clean & comfortable. It being on the lake made our stay super convenient & extremely enjoyable. I can't wait to go back next year!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise J.

11 Jul, 2022

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

Peaceful

Beautiful, calm, clean, peaceful weekend

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

3 Jun, 2024

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

An East Texas Gem!

This is a wonderful cabin for a quiet retreat. From breakfasts on the deck overlooking the lake to afternoons on the dock watching the world go by, you can’t ask for a better property. The hosts are very responsive and made sure we had everything to make our stay memorable. One evening as thunderstorms rolled through, the host stopped by to ensure we were safe. Also, Jefferson, with several nice restaurants and shops, is worth the short drive.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

5 Jul, 2023

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

Peace of mind...

this was a very pleasant getaway....the hosts were very helpful. relaxing and caught many fish from the dock

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam L.

31 Oct, 2023

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

Relaxing

Very peaceful...it has a different atmosphere than other rivers or lakes we've been. There are many very old cypress trees here, so beautiful, and really add to the whole vibe of the place. The owner visited with us a little bit. She is a very friendly & interesting lady. This is by far one of the coolest places we've been!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey R.

2 Oct, 2023

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

Perfect getaway

The Treehouse was perfect for our last minute get away! Boat slip 1/8th mile down the road makes getting kayaks/boats very easy to get into water and to the pier. The property also has a canoe, kayak and life jackets. Fire pit had firewood stacked beside it with several chairs. Great pier for fishing and relaxing. We enjoyed playing the board games and reading books that were in the cabin. Host were very responsive and helpful! Not a problem for us, however some guest may need to be aware there are several steps down to/from the pier. We enjoyed being elevated from the water and a higher view out over the lake!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

16 Nov, 2022

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

Great Place

The property was clean & comfortable. It had a great view & friendly owners. We'll definitely stay there again!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Will M.

31 Oct, 2022

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

Amazing Caddo Lake getaway

My wife and I visited Caddo Lake for her birthday, and we had an extraordinary time staying in this property. If you're looking for a relaxing way to experience the wonders of Caddo Lake, I highly recommend staying here.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022