Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax

Family-friendly bed & breakfast with a water park and free breakfast

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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Dining
Interior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Nestled in the quaint East TX town of Canton, ElKen Retreat is a haven for relaxation and rejuvenation. Unwind by the pool or hot tub, indulge in a delicious breakfast on the back covered porch/pool deck area, and enjoy personalized touches throughout your stay. With free WiFi, a sauna or spa tub to unwind in comfort

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
The current price is AED 606
AED 832 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct

About the neighborhood

Located in Canton, this bed & breakfast is near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Van Memorial Stadium and Van Lake, while Salt Palace Museum and Mineola Railroad Museum are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark and Texas Rose Horse Park. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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CANTON, TX

What's nearby

  • Yesterland Farm - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark - 8 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Old Mill Marketplace - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • First Monday Trade Days - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Lake Fork - 56 min drive - 52.1 km

Getting around

  • Tyler, TX (TYR-Pounds Regional) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Palace - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax

Family-friendly bed & breakfast
At Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax, you can look forward to free breakfast, a water park, and a firepit. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or hot tub, and indulge in a massage. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a playground and laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Beach towels, table tennis, and barbecue grills
  • Outdoor furniture and games
Room features
All guestrooms at Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax feature perks such as private pools and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers and shampoo
  • Smart TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting, and kitchenettes

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Things to do

  • Communal pool
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Table tennis
  • Water park

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Spa

  • Massage

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outside the fence. Bench in the back by a tree :)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Private pool
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No lifeguard on duty. Please swim at your own risk. Pool/hot tub closes at 10:00pm. Hot tub closed during summer.
Checking out: please strip sheets off beds and put on floor leaving mattress covers on beds. Other bedding can stay on bed. Thx!
There may be other guests, and we live on property, so...please keep all noise levels down. Only registered ElKen guests are allowed on the property.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Oh yes! Family friendly. Great for all!

Events

Events allowed
Contact the owner. May allow parties/events(fee)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside the fence. Bench in the back by a tree :)

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Contact the owner. May allow parties/events(fee)
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax?

As of 26 October 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax on 27 October 2025 start from $201.4, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax located?

Located in Canton, this family-friendly bed & breakfast is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Yesterland Farm, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark and First Monday Trade Days. Old Mill Marketplace and Salt Palace Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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