Texas Forest Country Retreat

Set just south of Huntington—the Texas Forest Country Retreat's Mansion on Sawmill Lake makes a weekend away feel a trip back in time. Overlooking Sawmill Lake and the ghost town of Manning, this American Foursquare house made from virgin long leaf pine was once the home of an East Texas lumber baron. Now, guests can enjoy the house's four bedrooms, all featuring plush queen beds; luxurious robes and towels; and fragrant soaps and lotions. Each room has some unique features as well, like the Heart to Heart's cast-iron sleigh tub, the Whippoorwill room's antique fireplace, the handmade rocking chair in the Stephen F. Austin room, and the Miss Ruby's room balcony, which affords guests the property's best view. Don't miss the Mansion's daily breakfast, where flavorful omelets, fluffy French toast, and even Texas-shaped waffles embody the care and comfort of this cozy retreat.