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The Minnow Bucket

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor Space

Explore the area

Karnack, TX

Caddo Lake
‪13 min walk‬
Goose Island
Caddo Lake State Park
‪32 min drive‬
Shreveport, LA (SHV-Shreveport Regional)
‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Karnack

Located within a leisurely stroll of Caddo Lake, this cabin is within a 10-minute drive of Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge. The cabin includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.

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What's nearby

Caddo Lake - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles
Historic Caddo Lake Drawbridge - 30 min drive - 11.8 miles
Caddo Lake State Park - 32 min drive - 20.0 miles
Horseshoe Bossier City Casino - 53 min drive - 31.3 miles

Getting around

Shreveport Regional Airport (SHV) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

‪Shady Glade Cafe - ‬33 min drive
‪Pelican Lodge Catfish - ‬57 min drive
‪Channel Marker Lounge - ‬30 min drive
‪On The Table Tokyo Cafe - ‬28 min drive
‪Uncertain Tavern - ‬32 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Minnow Bucket

Located on the beautiful Caddo Lake tucked away in the quiet wooded cove of Buzzard Bay in Karnak, Texas. Bring your boat/kayak/canoe and fishing poles. Enjoy our easy access boat ramp that is located on site.
Other things to note
For guided Fishing Trips on Caddo Lake, call Mark Allen, (Nine-Zero-Three) 530-0611. For boat tours of Caddo Lake, call Ricky Beard (Nine-Zero-Three) 470-4814.

The cabin is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker and a dining table.

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$243 nightly

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Total with taxes and fees

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$180 nightly

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

Bedroom
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room

Entertainment

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Comfort

Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Things to do

Kayak

Safety features

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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

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

Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this cabin?

This cabin is located in Karnack within a short 8-minute walk of Caddo Lake. Caddo Lake National Wildlife Refuge is also within a driving distance of 4.3 mi.

Is parking available on site at this cabin?

No, there isn't parking at this cabin.

Is this cabin next to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

Is The Minnow Bucket a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this cabin will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some cabins, as well as a firepit.

Does The Minnow Bucket have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cabin.

Does this cabin provide breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cabin.

Does this cabin have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cabin.

How close is the airport from this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Shreveport Regional Airport (SHV), which is 26.7 mi away (49 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Minnow Bucket?

Yes, every cabin at The Minnow Bucket comes with a deck.

The Minnow Bucket Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6/10 Okay

LAURA D.

Nov 15, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Not waterfront cabin

The cabin backed up to another house; not a pier and waterfront. I was dreadfully disappointed that I could not see the lake while drinking coffee from the privacy of the back porch. The cabin is located within an RV park that fronts the water. So, you can walk over to the water. The photos looked as though the pier and water were likely behind the house. They were not. I specifically searched for waterfront cabins and this pulled up. If having privacy to the water is your priority, look elsewhere. The cabin was very nice and clean.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal S.

May 26, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location

We enjoyed our stay. Loved the deck to sit on each morning and evening. Since there is a boat ramp close, there is some noise but it wasn't annoying.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia K.

Sep 22, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun Caddo Lake Trip

The Minnow Bucket was perfect in every way! Very close to the water, very cute, clean and quiet area. Yes, there are a few RV's parked in their places but they were neat and tidy and I rarely saw anyone else there.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Kathy W.

Aug 1, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Could have been fine

It was advertised as having a bait shop and kayak rentals on site. Even when we got inside the cabin there’s was a name and number for us to call for rentals. No answer. Ever. And it also said “coke by bait shop”. No. There’s wasn’t one. If I had known all of this I would’nt have been so disappointed. The cabin was clean and well stocked. The next morning however we awaken to seams of red wasps inside. Two had gotten inside our suitcase.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita D.

Jul 11, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Kayaking Heaven!

This was a GREAT place to stay for kayaking! The launch into Big Lake was about 100 steps from the front porch. We also made the short drive to Caddo Lake State Park and launched at Mill Creek. The cabin was spotless and looked just like the pictures. My only complaint is that there is no place to unpack. A place to store clothes/equipment would be nice.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica B., Marksville LA

May 9, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cabin

Place was great. I highly recommend. The management was very nice and accommodating. The cabin was clean and I had everything you need.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary L.

Apr 22, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice get away

We enjoyed our stay here. We had the small cabin. It was clean, comfortable bed, hot shower, coffee pot. What more do you need? We caught a few fish off the pier, which is always fun. Could use a couple items, as others may have suggested, more dish towels, hooks in the bathroom for towels. The rack there was missing 2 of the 3 hooks. Simple fixes. If you use cabins very often, you know the things you may want to bring. Valarie, the gal managing the place, was AWESOME! She is easy to reach for any needs.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dameion D.

Apr 4, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Vary nice

Couldn’t ask for a better place to stay

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

Aug 14, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

The place is very cute! Has everything you need. Very quite and relaxing. I didn’t see A/C on the listing so that was an added plus.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Traveled with family and small children

Jul 26, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property is lovely, clean and cozy! 1 minute walk from the dock where we fished every day. You also get an up close view of the beautiful bald cypress and wildlife, like the heron who live in the surrounding trees. The kitchen was stocked with most tools you would need to prepare simple meals. The shower was HOT! I saw another review saying the water was tepid at best but we had hot showers every night. The bed downstairs was comfy and lots of pillows were provided. The loft features a nice air mattress, great for kids. My 6 year old loved hanging out in the loft. The couch is also a nice napping or chilling area. The seats fully recline. There is a small table for meals and a nice tv you can see from anywhere. We had a pleasant time talking to neighbors and met the property manager who was more than accommodating. At one point we had a little wasp problem inside (bugs are expected obviously) that was communicated to the owner and action was promptly made to spray around the cabin. That minor inconvenience isnt really worth mentioning except to prove the owner is communicative and takes action even with simple issues immediately. He was also very polite and helpful. Great places to visit nearby include: Auntie Skinners, Jefferson Outpost, Jefferson General store, Captain Rons Swamp Tours, Big Pines Lodge, Lonesome Dove drive thru safari. If you love fishing and great views, this is a perfect spot.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Haley L.

Jun 16, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little cabin

We enjoyed our stay here! We fished everyday and it was nice being able to tie the boat up to the bank, so we could easily go back and forth. Plenty of room to park the car and boat by the cabin as well.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deanna B., Liberty Hill, TX

Jun 12, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cabin on the lake

This tiny cabin was super cute. Great location! One thing to note is that the loft bed is an air mattress and not an actual bed. The couch was super comfy with recliners! The only suggestion I have would be to have dish towels to use for the kitchen. Otherwise, well stocked for any cooking you might do.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Apr 20, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet get away

Location was good, close to lake, cute and cozy cottage. Very pleasant stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

David B., Belton, Texas

Apr 15, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Fish Fest!

Had a wonderful time!!!! Watch out for stumps in water. The Cypress trees were amazing. Good fishing. Still can't believe I caught a northern Pike in Texas!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie D.

Mar 29, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Break 2022

The cabin was perfect for the three of us and our little lake dog. It was great to sit on the porch drinking coffee in the mornings and watch the sun come up over the lake. Just a peaceful little place

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Barbara S.

Mar 21, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little cabin!

My boyfriend and I went for an extended weekend getaway and we weren’t disappointed. All in all, the cabin is nice with only a few little details that were either a minor inconvenience (busy boat ramp in the early morning and late afternoon) or annoying (front door gets stuck on the floor).

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lance L.

Mar 14, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

High School Fishing Tournament

Clean, cozy, and laid out very well! Would definitely stay again!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie H.

Feb 2, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cabin by the lake

This is a 5 star cabin. It was very clean and beds were comfy. I would definitely recommend it! We will be going back soon!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Barbara Ellen B.

Jan 22, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for Watching the Full Moon

This little cabin has everything you need. It sits on property shared with other cabins and eight RV’s and a boat ramp. It’s just right for those fishing and boating although not quite as private as we had hoped. The cabin is fairly new and was spotless. I’d recommend it!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mushfiqur R.

Dec 30, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Good

Awesome ..

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike F.

Nov 21, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

First time at caddo lake

Quite, clean and nice. We had the pleasure of watching a full moon over the lake. Had a late night visitor (fox) came right up to us on the front door porch and ate from my hands. The bad thing was water temp. Showers were Luke warm at best.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021