Family-friendly vacation rentals in Cookson

Relaxing Riverfront Cabin

50+ acres of serene and private river access and comfortable lodging. This family and pet friendly property includes Nature Trails, amazing fishing and wildlife, epic swimming holes and so much more! The Illinois river, in Tahlequah, offers year round respite and fun for people of all walks of life. Watch floaters pass by on gravel beach and enjoy the peaceful tranquility of the fall and winter months. Unplug and retreat in the sounds of nature. This property is a uniquely authentic experience.

Laura's Lakehouse

Spacious 2000 sq.ft. home w/ view of Lake Tenkiller! Nestled on 2.5 wooded acres of privacy & close to everything, this 4 bed 2 bath has a huge kitchen, dining, & living room complete w/ real wood burning fireplace. Master bed features a new king size bed, black out curtains, large bathroom w/ soaker tub & walk in shower. Bedroom #2 & #3 are at the other end of the home, each has a new queen bed. Bed 4 is the office w/ a full sized day bed w/ twin trundle. This room sleeps 3 kids or 2 adults.

Chicken Creek Casa at Lake Tenkiller Ferry Lake

Chicken Creek Casa A 1450 sq. foot home on a wooded 1 acre lot located .6 miles from Chicken Creek campground with boat ramps. The house sleeps 8-10 guests and has two living areas with Internet, and TV's in every room. An outdoor covered seating area with a HUGE picnic table features a propane and charcoal grill, a fire pit, and a horseshoe pit. Plenty of room for parking. The Casa is centrally located on the lake. 2KAYAKS and FIREWOOD included! Lots of amenities! NO PET fees! PM me with ?'s

Walk2Lake | Big Deck | Full Kitchen | 2 Full Baths

Welcome to your inviting home away at Tenkiller Lake. Tucked away in the trees with few neighbors across the road. Inside has all the thoughtful touches to help you unwind: Cook a fish fry, stories around the firepit, board games while the rain taps on the tin roof, dine and relax on the covered deck, or just kick back with the big screen TVs. Ask about our free early check-in / late check-out times. Loved by families, friend groups, those here to fish, hunt or work on expansions in Cookson.

The Blue Loon

The Blue Loon is all that and more. This beautiful house and private boat dock is a perfect getaway for families, a large group of friends, work retreats and yoga retreats! The extra large deck is an ideal outdoor entertainment area. Enjoy the private boat dock where you can house your own boat, swim, fish and kayak. NOTE: We do not supply life jackets. Inside enjoy a cozy, elegantly designed home that's fully equipped to fulfill all your needs. We hope you love this place as much as we do!

Cozy 💥Casual Comfort💥with Room for everyone!

Come & enjoy S’mores by the fire! Crane Cottage is designed for comfort, fun and privacy! Hard Wood Floors, oversized fluffy furniture, fireplace for ambience & tons of amenities! All located less than 1 mile to Lake Tenkiller access! Full service Restaurant & Convenient Store w/Deli next door! Oklahoma Station/Home of Juicy Pigg BBQ 2 miles away, Big Reds Restaurant 4 miles. 12 minutes to Tahlequah, home of Cherokee Nation Tourism! Sam & Ellas Pizza/Cantino Bravo,& fun local boutiques

Cabin In The Woods, at Tenkiller Lake

Step away from your busy schedule and relax at this tranquil, one of a kind hand crafted “Cabin In The Woods.” Fresh air and front porch sitting at its finest! Circle drive, ample boat parking space. Dogs welcome with pet fee. Doggie door and fenced yard. Fun filled lake days and firepit evenings. Lake view during Winter/Spring stays. Carlisle Cove lake access 2.7 miles away. The Deck, Cookson Marina 4.6 miles and Sixshooter Marina 7.3 miles. Illinois River floating approximately 30 miles.

The Cranny @ Cookson—Tiny House Experience!

Enjoy the sounds of nature when you stay in this unique place. Located just a few minutes from beautiful Lake Tenkiller. This tiny house is loaded with everything you’ll need for the perfect stay. TV’s with streaming capabilities, wifi and a workspace if you’re needing to stay connected. However, if your wanting to just get away you’ll enjoy the fire pit with s’more fixins, the outdoor eating area with grill and the peacefulness of the location where you can see wildlife daily.

Adorable Molly B Cabin 1-bedroom 1-bath w/parking

Built in 2021. Keep it simple at this peaceful, centrally-located get-away. Located 2.3 miles from Cookson Bend Marina and Carlisle Cove boat ramp; 1.3 miles from Nautical Adventures scuba shop. Located 25 minutes from the upper Illinois River. Plenty of space to park your boat or trailer. This space is 300 sqft stocked with coffee, mini fridge, and microwave. High-speed internet. 2 queen beds. Full private bathroom. Yoga sessions, kayak tours, and guided hiking available!

The Hillside Cabin near the Illinois River

Our Hillside Cabin is a renovated 900 Sq Ft A-Frame rustic cabin overlooking the Needmore Ranch that meanders along the scenic Illinois River. Sitting approximately 1/2 mile from the banks of the river on 400+ acres of private property, this beautiful property is perfect for hiking, fishing, viewing wildlife, or just relaxing around the outdoor firepit. Reconnect with nature, and hike or drive down through our property to access the river or fish from our nearby ponds.

Main Street Cottage

A charming cottage built in 1912. Our house is perfect for you while you vacation at the lake, fish on the river, just sit on the porch, soak up the WiFi or visit friends and family. There is room to hang out together or spread out. A pull through drive long enough for your boat or trailer. Small town, restaurants, coffee shop, shopping and minutes from Lake Tenkiller, Arkansas and Illinois rivers, Tenkiller State Park, Greenleaf State Park.

Secluded Lake Tenkiller Cabin | 2 Acres | Sleeps16

Escape to your private wooded getaway less than 1 mile from Carlisle Cove boat ramp. This secluded 2-acre property offers no neighbors in sight—just trees, fresh air, and lake calm. ✔ Sleeps 16 ✔ Remodeled open-concept kitchen ✔ Boat-friendly driveway ✔ 30 min to Illinois River ✔ 1 hour from Tulsa Perfect for multi-family lake weekends and relaxing evenings under the trees.