Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax
Bed and Breakfast in Canton, TX
4 guests Ā· 1 bedroom Ā· 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
About this bed and breakfast
Welcome! We love hospitality and are excited to host you at ElKen Retreat in the small, quaint East TX town of Canton!You'll be treated to personalized touches throughout your stay and are sure to walk away with a happy heart because of your experience!
This space (suite 4) @ ElKen Retreat is a private room attached to our house. (We also offer 3 suites listed that are behind our home.) You will be treated to a wonderful King bed and a full sofa sleeper (added fee for more than 2 guests).
Jason is a Licensed Massage Therapist with his office on our property. Book your spa package during your stay! ($100/hour Added fee- pay after services; not available on Sundays)
A delicious breakfast is included, as well! Depending on the day and schedules, options include omelettes (made to orderš) or egg casserole, homemade biscuits, bacon, gravy(normally served on Saturdays); french toast & sausage (normally served on Sundays); or a continental breakfast(normally served on weekdays). If in a hurry, no worriesāweāll send you off with something yummy! šš¼ We serve breakfast in our dining room or on the back covered porch/pool deck area. If your stay is more than 3 days, weāll chat about breakfast options on days 4+. We communicate before or during your stay to accommodate our guests as much as possible!
Pool and hot tub are just around the corner from your private room š Hot tub is closed during the summer. Pool may also be seasonal. Hot tub is under a covered porch. Hot tub is for guests 18 and older only.
We do have a sweet dog- Sadie, our schnauzer and 2 cutie goldendoodle puppies, Hazel and Blair- who may greet you and ātalkā occasionally..we quiet them as quickly as we can!!
When you arrive, you'll park on concrete or asphalt, walk through a lovely gate and enter into your own private retreat. Walk around the pool to your room. If weather permits, you can enjoy the pool and hot tub, along with a very large covered back porch with tables and chairs.
More about ElKen Retreat....
This space was started as a rental in October of 2018...because it was going well for us and our guests;), we have now expanded. In 2020, we completed a brand new addition to ElKen Retreat. Connected by the roof, but behind our home, we added 3 large bedrooms with 3 bathrooms (walk in showers) and a large gathering space with commercial kitchen and half bath. One bedroom has a Serta icomfort (so comfy) King bed and sofa sleeper. Two bedrooms have 4 twin beds (also comfy Serta icomfort beds with high end bedding!)... All rooms have extra space to add a roll in Serta cot for another person.
Retreat for the weekend: girls trip, Bible study, scrapbook, quilt, spa, leadership retreats, business retreats.
*Retreat pricing is available that would include:
*2 night minimum stay
*Tell us why you are coming and we'll accommodate (pricing can vary)! Spa can include infrared sauna, massage therapy by licensed massage therapist, hot tub, facials, aromatherapy, saltwater pool.
*Use of the Gathering Place - a great room with 3 large tv's, kitchen (rules apply), tables, chairs, relaxing environment, etc...we will accommodate your needs!
This space (suite 4) @ ElKen Retreat is a private room attached to our house. (We also offer 3 suites listed that are behind our home.) You will be treated to a wonderful King bed and a full sofa sleeper (added fee for more than 2 guests).
Jason is a Licensed Massage Therapist with his office on our property. Book your spa package during your stay! ($100/hour Added fee- pay after services; not available on Sundays)
A delicious breakfast is included, as well! Depending on the day and schedules, options include omelettes (made to orderš) or egg casserole, homemade biscuits, bacon, gravy(normally served on Saturdays); french toast & sausage (normally served on Sundays); or a continental breakfast(normally served on weekdays). If in a hurry, no worriesāweāll send you off with something yummy! šš¼ We serve breakfast in our dining room or on the back covered porch/pool deck area. If your stay is more than 3 days, weāll chat about breakfast options on days 4+. We communicate before or during your stay to accommodate our guests as much as possible!
Pool and hot tub are just around the corner from your private room š Hot tub is closed during the summer. Pool may also be seasonal. Hot tub is under a covered porch. Hot tub is for guests 18 and older only.
We do have a sweet dog- Sadie, our schnauzer and 2 cutie goldendoodle puppies, Hazel and Blair- who may greet you and ātalkā occasionally..we quiet them as quickly as we can!!
When you arrive, you'll park on concrete or asphalt, walk through a lovely gate and enter into your own private retreat. Walk around the pool to your room. If weather permits, you can enjoy the pool and hot tub, along with a very large covered back porch with tables and chairs.
More about ElKen Retreat....
This space was started as a rental in October of 2018...because it was going well for us and our guests;), we have now expanded. In 2020, we completed a brand new addition to ElKen Retreat. Connected by the roof, but behind our home, we added 3 large bedrooms with 3 bathrooms (walk in showers) and a large gathering space with commercial kitchen and half bath. One bedroom has a Serta icomfort (so comfy) King bed and sofa sleeper. Two bedrooms have 4 twin beds (also comfy Serta icomfort beds with high end bedding!)... All rooms have extra space to add a roll in Serta cot for another person.
Retreat for the weekend: girls trip, Bible study, scrapbook, quilt, spa, leadership retreats, business retreats.
*Retreat pricing is available that would include:
*2 night minimum stay
*Tell us why you are coming and we'll accommodate (pricing can vary)! Spa can include infrared sauna, massage therapy by licensed massage therapist, hot tub, facials, aromatherapy, saltwater pool.
*Use of the Gathering Place - a great room with 3 large tv's, kitchen (rules apply), tables, chairs, relaxing environment, etc...we will accommodate your needs!
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Family friendly
Map of Canton, TX
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
This was the best Iāve experienced period. The place was amazing. The bed was great and our suite had all we needed. The hosts are friendly and provided a beautiful experience. We woke up to the best French toast ever. Just overall a perfect stay!
5.0 / 5.0
We went to Texas for the eclipse 2024 and had a wonderful time at the retreat. Jennifer was super nice and even provided us with two pairs of eclipse glasses, as well as with delicious snacks in the morning. We watched the eclipse together with her and other guests. We got lucky with the cloud coverage and had an amazing time.
Our room was at the back of the retreat. It was super cozy and extra quiet.
We would absolutely stay there again!
5.0 / 5.0
First class stay with great hosts. Will be back.
5.0 / 5.0
My furies and I stayed for First Monday. Our room was so adorable! Bed was super comfy and room was stocked with everything you need. Jason and Jennifer are the sweetest! They brought hot cookies to the pool and sāmores at night! Make sure you ask to pet their precious golden doodles and have Jason share some jokes. Breakfast is also superb! Hope I can visit again soon!
5.0 / 5.0
The property was amazing! Planning another visit soon!
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful place to stay. Everything you need to just get away for a couple of days and so clean! Property owners are excellent host and wonderful homemade muffins waiting for you in the mornings!! Beds were so comfortable and just the perfect size for a getaway.
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing people, massage, breakfast, and an overall experience! We felt very comfortable and enjoyed our stay very much and will be back again!
5.0 / 5.0
I absolutely loved everything about this property, my suite #5 was better than I imagined. Jennifer & Jason are the kindest people ever! Breakfast both mornings (prepared by Jason) was delicious especially the French Toast (my fav) and the coffee. I'm still laughing and sharing Jason's jokes. Their property is magical. Visit with the Turkeys, hens and other birds. It was fun finding & collecting feathers. I found angel wings in the tall tree. I visited several places that weekend. I recommend them all. The Forge Bar & Grill, Edom Log Cabin restaurant and a further drive out was Speakeasy Coffeehouse in Quitman. I was there to enjoy a friend's live music at some of these places but I found so much more joy in East TX and the ELKen Retreat was a huge part of that. Thank you! Love you guys!
5.0 / 5.0
Relaxing
Enjoyed our stay. Jennifer and Jason were great hosts. They recommended some great restaurants and sites to see. Enjoyed the surrounding things to see and do.
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing Experience
We stayed there for a quick honeymoon and it was a very pleasant experience. The property managers were amazing! They went out of their way to make sure we had a great weekend! The property itself was very clean and cozy.
5.0 / 5.0
Absolutely perfect!!!
Super hosts is such an understatement! Jennifer and Jason were amazing from the time I booked our reservation. The property was so nice. The room was very clean and so comfy. So nice to come back to after long days of shopping. Will definitely be our first choice of places to stay when we go back to Canton.
5.0 / 5.0
host family all very nice, sonic style ice, pool and hot tub, delicious weekend breakfast, s'mores
5.0 / 5.0
Our Anniversary!
We really enjoyed our stay. I was very clean, decorated very cute and cozy, and a great atmosphere in the outdoor are. We live local but needed a great place to celebrate us. This was the place.
5.0 / 5.0
My wife's 50th Bday. š
Thank you Jason and Jennifer for being wonderful hosts for our trip to Canton. I can't say enough how thoughtful all the little notes and extras were. Y'all truly made us feel welcomed and we can't wait to come back. I would give ElKen 6 out of 5 stars if Vrbo would let me. Thanks again and see ya soon.š
-Jay
5.0 / 5.0
Jason and Jennifer are the best property rental guests you could ever have!
Stayed two nights, showed up a little late Friday night and had a lil hard time finding room since we parked in wrong spot - but Jennifer responded right away - and after walking around a bit found it!
Hot tub is great - breakfast and massages were a huge plus. Even homemade cookies randomly. Highly recommend.
5.0 / 5.0
Relaxing Stay
If you want a quiet place to relax with the most comfortable bed, Elken Retreat is the place to stay. Jennifer and Jason truly care about their guests and want you to have a wonderful experience. We will definitely be back again. Thank you for your kindness and hospitality.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfection. Amenities and available activities A . Breakfast amazing. I want to live there.
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful weekend
Jason & Jennifer were such great hosts. The attention to detail in the room, the delicious breakfast (still dreaming about that French toast), and the overall hospitality were excellent. I am planning another trip for summer and we can't wait to come back.
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing!
Our experience was amazing ! The hospitality is unreal the host Jennifer and Jason really do a great job with making you feel at home. Breakfast was phenomenal and the place was beautiful ! Definitely made our one year anniversary feel very special.
5.0 / 5.0
Healing weekend
This was a fantastic property. The owners provided 5 star service an accommodation. Exactly what my children and I were looking for! We will be back.
5.0 / 5.0
The retreat you didn't know you needed!
The hosts were great and the room and amenities were more than other places. Snacks, reading material, and other provided items provided comfort and invited relaxation.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful & clean!
Loved this place. Location for Trade Days is perfect!
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing place to stay!
Absolutely beautiful, clean and comfy! Great communication!
5.0 / 5.0
Quiet beautiful place
This place was great for a weekend getaway. The room was beautifully decorated and the bed was amazing. Also, everything was very clean. I loved the added touches to this place. It was just what we needed. My boyfriend and I really enjoyed our stay here. Jennifer and Jason are great host and we felt welcomed and at home with them. We look forward to returning!!!
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent Stay
We had a wonderful stay! The room was awesome with great amenities! The bed was very comfortable! Breakfast each morning was fabulous! We will definitely be back!
5.0 / 5.0
Jason & Jennifer are top notch hosts!! They went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable!
The property is beautiful! We LOVED breakfast as well! We will definitely be back!
2.5 / 5.0
Our hosts thought of every detail! after a long day of flea market shopping our suite was a lovely retreat! The thoughtfulness of our hosts was top notch.
5.0 / 5.0
Relaxing Retreat
Our hosts thought of every detail! after a long day of flea market shopping our suite was a lovely retreat!
The thoughtfulness of our hosts was top notch.
5.0 / 5.0
Great Hostess! Great Location!
Jennifer had the greatest location for shopping at Trade Days. We will definitely be back. She even serves you some breakfast muffins that are delicious!
5.0 / 5.0
My husband and I chose Elken Retreat for our COVID19 delayed 25th anniversary getaway! We loved it!
Our stay was peaceful, relaxing, and refreshing. The owner's are very friendly and gifted at little touches that made us feel truly welcomed. They seem to think of everything. The property is definitely a cozy retreat from it all. Loved sitting out by the firepit and the fresh baked chocolate chip cookies. We shall return!
2.5 / 5.0
Very clean and nicely decorated. This was a perfect get a way for me and my sister in law for the First Monday Tradesday. The bed was very comfortable and the room included everything we needed. Breakfast was very good :) We hope to stay here again for another girl's trip :)
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful Property
Very clean and nicely decorated. This was a perfect get a way for me and my sister in law for the First Monday Tradesday. The bed was very comfortable and the room included everything we needed.
Breakfast was very good :) We hope to stay here again for another girl's trip :)
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful Stay
We enjoyed our stay! Excellent bed and comfortable room! Also enjoyed our morning breakfast!
5.0 / 5.0
Close get-a-way
Being from Athens and just needing a place to escape to, this was perfect. The pool was pristine, the room was super clean and cozy and the hospitality was curated to our comfort level. The massage therapist was phenomenal with over 15 years of experience and was able to work out the pain in my neck, shoulders, and low back.
100% will be back soon!
5.0 / 5.0
Pampered
Jason and Jennifer were very attentive. Pool was very refreshing. They brought us warm chocolate chip cookies our first evening, muffins and cinnamon pound cake for breakfast the first morning and made to order omelets on last day. Beautiful bed and breakfast.
5.0 / 5.0
Absolutely Awesome.
It was our first time booking a property like this. The property was immaculately kept. The hosts were wonderful throughout the booking process and throughout the stay. The price was very fair and reasonable. So many added value touches that really made it feel comfortable and like home. It was more like we were going to visit a long lost relative than staying at a place of business. Thank you Jennifer and Jason for the passion and care that you have so obviously put into what you do. We will be in touch and definitely be back! This is absolutely a new getaway for us. So glad to find you! - Justin & Jennifer (the Bakery people)
5.0 / 5.0
Just what we needed, but blew away our expectations
We cannot thank Jennifer and Jason enough for making our little getaway so special. I could go on and on...a week later and we still canāt stop talking about how much we loved it. We were celebrating our five year anniversary and it was our first getaway with just the two of us in over four years. The room could not have been more cozy and comfortable. The amenities were perfect. Breakfast was out of this world. We so enjoyed our couples massages. What makes this place truly one of a kind is all of the little personal touches Jennifer and Jason make. The welcome notes and breakfast signs, the little sāmores kit, etc. They have thought of it all. We canāt wait to go back. Thank yāall so so much for a happy, fun and relaxing stayšļæ½
5.0 / 5.0
Our getaway
Jason & Jennifer,
Are the best host you could ask for!
The grounds are fabulous. The breakfast is out of this world, and Jason massages are the best ever!
Short 30 min drive from Tyler. Easy access to I-20. The accommodations are beyond incredible! I would recommend Elken Retreat to all of my friends and family!
Also being in the wedding world as a makeup artist and hairstylist for 16+ years, I would recommend ElKen retreat to ANY of my brides and bridal party! Spacious room for bridal party's. Big dining hall for baby showers. Bridal showers or family reunions. Make sure you book a massage with Jason for an extra special weekend.
5.0 / 5.0
Favorite B&B ever
We love everything about this place! Jason & Jen are wonderful hosts and go above and beyond to make your stay wonderful! The room was beautiful and super comfortable and the pool very refreshing. Jason cooked up the most delicious breakfast & we loved being so close to the shopping. Already planning our next trip back!
5.0 / 5.0
Romantic getaway before picking our daughter from camp
We had a fantastic stay. We were picking up our daughter from Sky Ranch and booked the Elken Retreat the night before we picked her up for a quick romantic getaway and to be closer to camp for pick-up.
The room was beautifully decorated and the bed was very comfortable. Jason and Jennifer put many personal touches into our stay. We had a welcome sign, a āhappy pick up daughter dayā sign at breakfast, and chocolates on our pillows at night. We had a nice soak in the hot tub while listening to music on the patio at night and a delicious breakfast in the morning-the homemade biscuits were our favorite!
This was a perfect quick romantic getaway for us and we canāt wait to get back! Thank you Jason and Jennifer for a wonderful stay.
FAQs
How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Canton?
The average price for a rental in Canton is Ā£75 per night. This rental is Ā£67 above the average.
Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax. Enjoy the water!
Is Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Best Getaway in East TX! ElKen Retreat:Spa,Pool,Hot tub,Massage,Breakfast,Relax?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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