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Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Jefferson, TX
  • Caddo Lake
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge
  • Caddo Lake State Park
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Shreveport, LA (SHV-Shreveport Regional)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the area

Jefferson

On lake.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Caddo Lake and 16 miles (25 km) of Frog Island. Caddo-Pine Island Oil Historical Museum and Earl G Williamson Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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What's nearby

  • Caddo Lake - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Caddo Lake State Park - 31 min drive - 37.4 km
  • Caddo Lake State Park and Wildlife Management Area - 38 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Margaritaville Resort Casino - 56 min drive - 68.1 km
  • Horseshoe Bossier City Casino - 56 min drive - 68.3 km

Getting around

  • Shreveport Regional Airport (SHV) - 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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gator Lodge on Caddo Lake

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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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 steps to reach entrance
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Ashtrays are provided on the porch for smoking.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Waterfront Treehouse Jefferson
Waterfront Treehouse Private vacation home
Waterfront Treehouse Private vacation home Jefferson

Gator Lodge on Caddo Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Crystal D., Shreveport, LA

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Lori A.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jeremy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil retreat
Mother Nature at its best
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
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

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Danielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Ricky S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Shawna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gator lodge
Beautiful property, excellent hosts. Great, relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Pam L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gator Lodge
Very nice place. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Katie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
I would recommend this place to anyone! We had a fantastic time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S., Austin, TX, US

Liked: Cleanliness
This location is fantastic!
Gator Lodge is a beautiful property. We arrived late
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just chillin’
We chose to hangout, do a little fishing, and took a break from responsibility. This was the perfect setting for that! The cabin had everything we needed for our three day stay. The hosts were nearby, but not obtrusive in any way. We took a short jaunt to historic Jefferson for a little antiquing and lunch. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Beautiful, calm, clean, peaceful weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and quiet
We had a very nice and relaxing stay. Beautiful views! Owners were very nice! Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022