Oak Creek Bed and Breakfast

Just came back from our visit to Oak Creek in Athens. Was very pleasantly surprised by our accommodations, loved the location tucked away on a private lake in the woods. Cottages were great and the bathroom was nice and large. The food was delicious and would loved to have stayed longer. Just a really great place to relax and get away.

This wonderful place was suggested to us by the people at the Tara Winery located nearby. We were so lucky that they had openings over the New Years weekend and we were able to share the two cabins with another best friend couple. We went for walks, sat out under the stars and enjoyed wonderful breakfasts each day. Randy and Marilyn are great hosts and we'll definitely go back again.

Loved the one night stayover at Oak Creek, beautifully kept grounds, very comfortable cottage and warm/inviting hosts. Breakfast was wonderful and enjoyed the visit with Randell and Marilyn. (It is a small world!) Hope to be back again.

I've stayed at a lot of B&B's, but I do believe this is my overall favorite. The cabins are JUST TOO CUTE, and clean as a whistle! The grounds are pleasant and well kept. Breakfast and coversation with the owners, Randy and Marilyn, was just outstanding!

We had a stress free weekend and everything exceeded our expectations! The breakfast both days were delicious and the chocolate cupcakes and ice cream a real treat! We will definetly recommend to our family and friends.

Randy & Marilyn have created a peaceful retreat complete with very comfortable bedding, fabulous breakfast, outstanding hospitality and easy access to nature. They are welcoming and helpful, as well as respectful and professional. Every detail was attended to and the cabin is emaculately clean and quite. We enjoyed the no TV & no phone and took walks in the woods. Athens is close enough to enjoy and feels very far away. Thank you!

Peaceful, quiet, satisfying escape from the city---plus many activities if you want them. Loved it!

My wife and I needed a peaceful and relaxing vacation and that was exactly what we got. Beautiful piece of land with hiking trails. Definitely will go back

We were returning to First Monday after not having been for several years and it was my 62nd birthday. My daughter was treating me. It was a perfect stay. We regretted we had only one night and we hope to return soon.

Randy and Marilyn have thought of every need for their guest right down to the "readers" by the desk in each room. We had a wonderful two night stay in the woods. Even though the temperature was over a 100 degrees each day, the cabins were cool and comfortable. We will plan to stay there again.

Our stay at Oak Creek was a new experience as it was a sister get-away. Neither of us have ever done a B&B and were looking for something new to do and meet in the middle of Dallas and Houston. It was a perfect setting overlooking a creek (down a bit from the 2011 drought..but no one's fault), we could still enjoy feeding the perch and catfish, sit on the porch and enjoy hummingbirds, a cat who guarded our rooms, walk the trails and enjoy beautiful landscape and walks through the trails to witness some amazing wildlife. The owners are sweet, gracious and accomodating. I would certainly recommend this B&B. Five stars for the grounds, the suites and especially the breakfast; coffee and orange-juice hash-brown fratitas (more like quiche, but still awesome) grits, and thier famous blueberry pancakes.

This place is about as far out in the woods as I want to be. Once you get there you realize you have discovered a nature paradise in Texas. Lots of pretty birds, fishing, hiking trails, porch sitting, star gazing, absolutely delicious food and EMACULATE cleanliness. The hosts are very warm, witty and gracious. They really know what they are doing and do it very very well.

Oak Creek is a very inviting B&B with an amazing breakfast! We loved the clean clean room, complete with mini fridge and in-room coffee! The grounds were beautiful and the trails were so fun for walks. Randy and Marilyn are warm and personable. Marilyn's blueberry pancakes with a walnut topping were outstanding as was the quiche on the second morning! We have already recommended Oak Creek to friends and will definitely come back!

Oak Creek is the perfect getaway for a weekend of quiet, greens and idleness. It didn't hurt that the town square was 5 miles away only. The details in the rooms reflected consistent warmth, hospitality and whimsy: the big bed with quilts and not so soft/hard pillows, the water, ice cream and chocolates for welcome, the heater that was very quietly efficient, wi-fi, brochures and coupons for places to eat/shop in Athens. The rubber duckie cowboy at the bath tub made me grin. Outdoors, the swings, benches, adirondack chairs, fire pits, the bridge to cross the fishing pond and all the trees around you -- all made for a perfect reading/fishing afternoon. The owners were very hospitable and friendly, even offering me a welcome drink and telling me of places to try, coupons to use a couple of days ahead before i got there. They also knew several of the shop/establishment owners in Tyler so it was easier to get info on what was happening where. I was lucky they were very flexible in the breakfast time as I was not a morning person. Whatta breakfast too with the variety of dishes i got that weekend. As you exit the property, an Irish sign bids you safe travels.

Pleasant, quiet and secluded place. Comfortable bed. Friendly innkeepers.

If you want to get away from the city and have some piece and quiet, this is the place. What a special hide away. Randy & Marilyn are so gracious. They have thought of every detail to make your stay relaxing and peaceful. Thanks so much for sharing your little piece of heaven. Breakfast is wonderful !!!!

A beautiful place! A beautiful house! A welcoming atmosphere! Perfect hosts!

I recently enjoyed a 3 night stay at Oak Creek Bed and Breakfast. Randy and Marilyn have struck a wonderful balance in providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere while also making you feel as if you are being hosted by professionals. The property grounds are lovely, the rooms inviting and the breakfast is delicious. I gladly recommend Oak Creek and will stay again when I am in the area.

This was the first B&B I have ever stayed at and choosing Oak Creek was the best decision I could have ever made. The breakfast was unbelievable I did not realize food could taste this good it was like putting a piece of heaven into your mouth! You could not have asked for better innkeepers they were so helpful and courteous and the rooms were outstanding.We will defiantly be going back for a nice and peaceful weekend.

This is one of the most relaxing B&Bs my husband and I have been to. The attention to detail in the cottage is really nice; the breakfast was awesome, and the host/owners are so wonderful (good conversation but not too much so you can have your alone time). This is the cleanest B&B we have been to & overall the best comfort, value, and charm. We can't wait to come back on our next getaway!

We had such a wonderful time. It was like being home again. Can't wait to go back when we can spend more time. It was everything we had hoped for and more.

We had the most relaxing stay,it was so quiet and peaceful. The views were outstanding. The cleanliness of our room was so amazing and everything we needed was supplied. I would highly recommend staying at this Bed and Breakfast for anyone that wants to just relax,have a clean place to stay and the best breakfast you've ever had. And Randy and Marilyn made our stay very enjoyable with good conversation. Leaving was like leaving a family member. We will definately be going back!

We loved being able to go for a walk in the woods - try out luck at fishing - and spending a beautiful evening under the stars cooking over the fire pit. Breakfast was delicious!!! Thank you so much for sharing your home with us. Your hard work in keeping the grounds is very much appreciated and the cabin was very cozy and quiet. What a blessing for others that you are sharing your little piece of heaven!!! Mike & Sharon Conrad

I hate to admit this but I would like to keep this B&B all to myself! However, I can't allow anyone to miss out on this great place! Acorn cottage was all it was advertised to be, decorated perfectly, clean, romantic, comfortable. Everything was there from bug spray to extra towels! I am not a fan of pancakes but the ones Marilyn made for breakfast were just great! Randy & Marilyn knew just when to talk to you and just when to leave you alone. It was our anniversary and they made it special. I recommend Oak Creek very highly and we will return as often as we can. Sincerely, K&B, Plano, TX

We loved our weekend with Randy and Marilyn. Their cabins and property are like a little slice of heaven. Marilyn was able to accomodate my gluten free diet with delicious food each day, and even left a gluten free brownie in the room, labelled just for me! The grounds were the most peaceful we have ever enjoyed, and lying in the hammock, watching the clouds, was one of my favorite moments of our trip. We hope to come back again next time we are visiting our family in Athens. --Portland, Oregon

Good place to hide in the woods. Enjoyed the ice cream and coke during the hot afternoon.Llooking forward to return during the winter months to enjoy the outdoor fire.

What a great place for a bed and breakfast. Randy & Marilyn have a excellent Bed and Breakfast. Very nice outdoors setting. You almost feel as though you are camping until you walk into your room and feel like your in a 5 star hotel room. Marilyn did an excellent job on breakfast and both mornings my wife and I walked away wondering if we'd be hungry at all the rest of the day. If you want a place to relax and have time stand still for a couple days this is the place. Large pond to fish in, hammocks to relax and a campfire ring to eat s'mores.

Cottages are nicely decorated without being cluttered. The grounds are well landscaped. We enjoyed taking a walk on the trails on the property and even saw deer. We are planning a trip back in the fall.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We recommend this B&B to everyone who wants to relax in the woods with wonderful people.

Beautiful grounds, wonderful details, we couldn't have asked for a better night. Randell and Marilyn were perfect hosts and provided everything we needed without being having to ask. Absolutely plan to stay again.

If you have stayed at Bed & Breakfasts before then you know that sometimes you are a little surprised when you get there. And not always in a good way! From the charming drive onto the property to the thoughtful details the Tarins have seen to this Bed & Breakfast exceeded our expectations. The peaceful surroundings leave you refreshed and the breakfast provided is absolutely to die for. You will not go wrong choosing this Bed & Breakfast! We definitely be back and will plan to stay longer next time. Thanks Marilyn and Randy for your hospitality.

We loved it. Thank you for having everything we might need including the horseshoes and fishing equipment. And the facilities were comfortable even for my 6'3" husband.

We had everybit of stress leave us when we started the drive into the bed and breakfast. The land and cabins were so perfect when we walked in we wanted to stay longer! That's only 10 mins there! Hold on It gets better! Randy welcomed us in showed us the land and gave us some places to go eat. His directions are superb. They made sure every last small detail was perfect. In the morning we got to fish and then ate breakfast. The breakfast was better than my families home cooking. Randy and Marilyn made our stay one of a kind. They put the bar so high I don't think any other b&b would or could match. If you are in Athens (gorgeous by the way) you must stay here!!!!!!! We will be coming back soon!!!!

My wife and I think Oak Creek B&B is a supurb place to escape to for romance and adventure. We enjoyed the seclusion of the cottage and the birding was fabulous! I enloyed the hiking and fishing that is avaiable on the spacious grounds. The woods are thick with Post, Red. and Blackjack Oak. There are also Flowering Dogwoods, Eastern Red Cedar, White Hickory and Ash trees intersperesed with the oaks (anxious to see it in the fall). Everything one could ask for is here. We will be returning in the near future. I just hope it doesn't get too busy now!

My wife and I recently had our second visit to the Oak Creek Bed and Breakfast. We are from the Dallas area and love getting away to this wonderful and relaxing country setting. Randy and Marilyn are awesome hosts! They met us with a glass of wine and engaging conversations. The breakfast that Marilyn prepares is a delight for the sight as well as the palate. We enjoyed the area so much that we are buying the property adjacent to Randy and Marilyn's place! We hope to retire there in the not too distant future! Ron and Denise Carlson

My husband and I visited Oak Creek B & B on our anniversary weekend. Upon our arrival, we were warmly greeted by Mr. Tarin, and a bottle of wine and freshly baked cookies awaited us in our room. Both Marilyn and Randy were gracious and attentive hosts.Their attention to detail left no need unmet. The breakfasts were amazing (you'll be asking for recipes), and the scenery was beautiful. If you visit once, you'll be back. The White Family

It was perfect. We wouldn't change a thing. Randall & Marilyn are wonderful. It was our first visit but we felt like we were staying with old friends.

We spent a terrific weekend with another couple at Oak Creek. We had been looking for a getaway "little cabin in the woods" and found this to be the perfect place. The beds provide a comfortable night and the room itself is very cozy. The innkeepers give attention to every detail. We already have future reservations.

Our 2-night stay was great - the cabin is small, but such attention is paid to detail that you just don't notice the size, really. This b&b is in the country (a gps was very helpful in finding it), lots of pine and oak trees, gracious hosts, wonderful breakfasts, comfortable bed, Blue Bell ice cream in the little fridge-freezer, homemade brownies to welcome us, and more. The surrounding East TX countryside is so pretty; we're considering a return trip in the spring when the dogwood is in bloom. Recommended!

You'd be hard pressed to find a cleaner, more peaceful, amenity packed home away from home that also offers up brownies upon arrival, happy hour, fishing, deer, hiking, and winery coupons! ALL within the price of admission! My room had binoculars and a book on birding to enjoy along the well groomed paths. The proprietors run this like a business, for which you feel most welcome. Be ready for a good night's rest, nature, warmth, and a renewal. I felt like I belonged there...THE best! Lisa from Dallas, TX

Wow is what I have to say to Randy and Marilyn. As my husband and I were celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary and only had time for a quick trip, Randy and Marilyn made staying near home a great way to celebrate. From the great customer service on the phone to the fabulous cabins and breakfast. This was a great retreat for couples looking to relax reconnect. With the busy life we all live these days it was such a peace of heaven to stay at Oak Creek where we could listen to the birds and quietness. We even saw some wild hogs which was a neat experience too. Thank you Randy and Marilyn for a fabulous time and we WILL see you again real soon. I highly reccommend Oak Creek B&B as we've stayed in lots of B&B's before, but this is one high class B&B and wow how clean...I am very picky when it comes to cleanness and it was clean. Thank you Randy for helping set up all of the reservations and for the great tips on the happenings around town too. The McMillens Wylie, TX

Perfection- that's what Oak Creek B&B has to offer. The cottage was simple but so appealing. The scenery was beautiful and calming. And the Innkeepers were wonderful and could not have done more to make our stay "perfect"! If you need a place to bring back a sense of calm and to reconnect with yourself as well as your partner, Oak Creek B&B is the "perfect" place.

Not as hard to find as we thought and so worth the effort, Very pleasantly surprized by the clean, neat and functional accomodations. Surroundings are quiet and beautiful. The food was excellent. You could not ask for more gracious hosts. We went to Athens to go to Trade Days, in Canton, but Oak Creek proved to be the high point.

We had a wonderful time at Oak Creek, this was my birthday gift from my husband and could not have been a better one. We fished, walked the woods, and ate a very delicious breakfast. Thank You guys for a wonderful time. James and Sarah Myers

It is a true "get away" and we wished we could have stayed longer. Randy and Marilyn are excellent hosts and the buildings and grounds are well kept. The breakfast was delicious!

This was our second time at Oak Creek. We love the peace that it offers away from the Dallas hustle and bustle. This was exactly what we needed and we will be back.

Thanks again for a great weekend getaway. We were well rested and WELL FED after our weekend. You can not go wrong if you book your stay at Oak Creek BNB. From the warm hospitality upon arrival, to the gourmet breakfast created especially for you by Marilyn (I am vegan and Marilyn responded to my needs perfectly) you will not be disappointed.

We completely enjoyed our stay at Oak Creek. The property is just beautiful and relaxing. We will certainly return again!

Warm and friendly hosts, attractive environment inside and out, property is woodsy yet, elegant, tasteful, caring.

This B&B is tops in our book! Everything surpassed our expectations! Marilyn & Randy have paid attention to many little details to make your stay enjoyable. The night sky is awesome---stargazing is great---so yes we will return.

Celebrated our 45th anniversary in a truly unique setting; a sparkling clean cottage tucked away in amongst the trees. My husband loved catching fish in the lake. We especially enjoyed starting each day with a delicious breakfast served by charming hosts. They really cater to your needs/wishes and pay attention to detail. Highly recommend this B&B for rest, relaxation, scenery, privacy, fishing, great breakfast and friendly, caring hosts. We are already planning a return trip in the Fall. Olen & Bonnie Green, Denton, TX

This was an excellant getaway from the fast paced life. The setting is lovely and the cabins are spotless. The owners were very welcoming-

Beautiful setting for quiet, peaceful, nature-filled getaway

Randy and Marilyn actually cares about there guests. They want you to tell them if there is anything they can do to make your stay better. I couldn't think of a thing that they forgot, it was truely a great getaway. I was amazed at the attention to detail that Randy and Marilyn gave to making everyone as comfortable and happy as possible.

My wife and I were amazed by the quiet beauty of Oak Creek B&B. With its setting hundreds of yards from a tiny road, with thick forest in between, once there you feel like you are miles from the nearest civilization. The cabin was clean and comfortable, the service was attentive but not intrusive, and the whole mood was on of total peace and relaxation. We will definitely be back.

We celebrated our anniversary at Oak Creek and it was awesome. The setting is breath-taking, the rooms immaculate and the hospitality out of this world. We can't wait to get back!

We had a wonderful stay at Oak Creek. Everything was perfect! The cottage was so cute and cleaner than any hotel or B & B we've ever stayed in. The property is beautiful; I never thought I'd see that many trees and beauty in TX! The breakfasts were also exceptional! Randy and Marilyn really know how to take care of their guests. We will definitely be back. Thank you for a wonderful weekend! Mark and Nicki Celeste Mckinney, TX

Very cute cottages. Clean and cozy and away from the rat-race. Randy and Marilyn set a mean breakfast table. The pecan pie muffins are a keeper! The friendliest and easiest to converse with of any B&B hosts we have ever had. Thank you Randy and Marilyn.

Marilyn and Randy were wonderful hosts. The location was perfect, the food was delicious, and we really enjoyed meeting them. We would recommend the Oak Creek B&B to anyone wanting to get away for the night or the weekend.

Our first (but not last!) stay at Oak Creek B & B was such a wonderful experience. Randy and Marilyn were the most gracious hosts we've ever met, and we stay at B&B's frequently. The cottage was exceptionally cozy, beautifully decorated with such special touches as Egyptian cotten sheets and Blue Bell Ice Cream. We were welcomed with wine and wildlife! It was a treat to sleep with the windows open and waking up to birds singing, instead of traffic and noisy neighbors. Oak Creek truly was an awesome experience!

We picked Oak Creek B&B as our first call to our first visit to Canton, Tx. Our inquiry netted a phone call within minutes from the owner. All of my questions were answered and we placed our reservation. The owners were very cordial and made your stay wanting to return. The breakfast in the main house was excellent. The property is laid out nicely with your B&B privately situated from the main house. There is no TV which was excellent for us to spend time talking and reading if not out walking. You are nestled deep in the woods with no city sounds allowing you to hear all the different sounds of nature. We are looking forward to our return. You won't be disappointed.

oak creek is a tranquil setting and clean and fresh the innkeepers are knowledgeable and interesting and the breakfast is outstanding