Lake Tenkiller Retreat
Gore, Harrison County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Lake Tenkiller Retreat Come enjoy Lakeside Haven on Paradise Hill. Lake lovers and outdoor enthusiast look no further than this charming vacation rental overlooking Lake Tenkiller. This 4 Bedroom 2.5 bath offers a great hillside lake view minutes from Strayhorn Marina and in close proximity to over 68,000 acres of public hunting ground. Lakeside Haven is a place where you can escape the everyday...
Lake Tenkiller Retreat Come enjoy Lakeside Haven on Paradise Hill. Lake lovers and outdoor enthusiast look no further than this charming vacation rental overlooking Lake Tenkiller. This 4 Bedroom 2.5 bath offers a great hillside lake view minutes from Strayhorn Marina and in close proximity to over 68,000 acres of public hunting ground. Lakeside Haven is a place where you can escape the everyday hustle and bustle and relax on the lake, catch a variety of fish, or chase that trophy buck!Lakeside Haven includes a fully applianced kitchen, laundry with washer and dryer and attached garage. The dining area is equipped with a table for 4 and and breakfast bar. Or you can make your way to the outdoor patio table and enjoy the lake view. The interior also encompasses a spacious living room area with a vaulted ceiling, newly renovated bathrooms and large closets. Tenkiller Ferry Lake:The fishing at Lake Tenkiller is fantastic. This 13,000-acre lake is a haven for largemouth and spotted bass, and in the spring, you can catch white bass as they make their annual spawning run into the lake’s headwaters. MarVal Resort, on the Lower Illinois River below the Tenkiller dam, is the place to catch rainbow trout.Boating is another option and even if you don’t own a boat, you can still have boating fun at Lake Tenkiller. Several of Lake Tenkiller's marinas rent pontoon and ski boats, and personal watercraft such as Jet Skis. Swimming beaches are found at both of Lake Tenkiller’s state parks and are popular with summer visitors.If you prefer to experience the lake from beneath the water’s surface. Lake Tenkiller State Park is home to a dedicated scuba park and Nautical Adventures Scuba in Cookson offers dive air, equipment sales and rental, scuba courses and dive tours. Diving here is particularly enjoyable because of Tenkiller’s clear water.Along with its excellent fishing, Lake Tenkiller offers visitors world-class bird watching opportunities. Songbirds and waterfowl are lakeside favorites, while bald eagle viewing is a popular wintertime activity at the nearby Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Guided eagle and loon tours take place most Saturdays from January through March.Lake Tenkiller State Park has a terrific nature center, which is the site of numerous activities and exhibits. The nature center often offers programs on bird watching, plant identification, and animal species and habitats.There are several hiking and nature trails located around the lake, including the Overlook Nature Trail at the Tenkiller dam, and the Buzzard Roost Trail at Cato Creek Landing that comprise the Tenkiller State Park Trail System.Marinas:Strayhorn Marina, Burnt Cabin Marina, Cookson Bend Marina, Pine Cove MarinaParks:Cato Creek Landing Public Use Area, Tenkiller State Park, Elk Creek Landing, Cherokee Landing State ParkLocal Attractions: Cookson Hills State Game Refuge, Nautical Adventures, Greenleaf State Park, Arkansas River, Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge, Cherokee State Game Refuge, Fort Smith Museum of HistoryLocal Eats:Soda Steves, Smok Shak, Gambino's Pizza, Donna's Malt ShopTahlequah, OK:Northeastern State University, Cherokee Casino Tahlequah, lots of restaurants, bars and shops.Golf:Cherokee Trails Golf Course, Cherokee Springs Golf Club, Sequoyah Golf Course, Brier Creek Golf CourseHunting:Hunting opportunities are abundant around Tenkiller. This area is ranked 2nd in Oklahoma for number of deer taken during deer season. Project lands are open for public hunting, except for developed recreational areas and lands in the vicinity of the dam and other project structures. Approximately 2,590 acres of project land are licensed to the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife conservation for a State Game Management Area. An additional attraction is the Gruber Public Hunting Area and the Cherokee Game Refuge on old Camp Gruber near the western shore of the lake. Combined, the areas make up over 68,000 acres of public hunting ground.Principal game species include whitetail deer, bobwhite quail, mourning dove, duck, geese, cottontail rabbit, and squirrel.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Toilet paper
- Basic soaps
- Heating
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
Parking
- Parking
- Garage
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fenced yard
Location type
- Lake
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Water skiing
- Water tubing
- Scuba diving
- Jet skiing
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Hiking
- Golf
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Marina
- Hunting
- Gambling casinos
Suitability
- Long-term renters welcome
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Kitchen
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Dryer
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 21
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- All trash placed in the outside can must be in a bag. No loose trash allowed. Place cans by the side of the road Sunday evening.: All trash placed in the outside can must be in a bag. No loose trash allowed. Place cans by the side of the road Sunday evening.
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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
- Long-term renters welcome
- Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
- Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Gore
Located in Gore, this holiday home is on a lake. Fort Gibson Historic Site and George M. Murrell Home are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tenkiller Golf Club and Brushy Lake Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Tenkiller Ferry Lake 10 min walk
- Tenkiller State Park 8 min drive
- Pine Creek Cove State Park 9 min drive
- Burnt Cabin Ridge State Park 17 min drive
- Greenleaf State Park 23 min drive
Getting around
- Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional) 70 min drive
Restaurants
- Soda Steve's 10 min walk
- Smokin' Goat Roadhouse 14 min drive
- Big Daddy's on Lake Tenkiller 9 min drive
- Harbor Pitstop 10 min drive
- Ikes Lakeside Fish & Chips 17 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Tenkiller Retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Lake Tenkiller Retreat?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lake Tenkiller Retreat?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lake Tenkiller Retreat located?
Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Tenkiller Ferry Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Tenkiller State Park and Pine Creek Cove State Park. Arkansas River and Greenleaf State Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).