For Guests
Guest Guide
Everything you need for the Porch House and the Lake Eufaula area. Restaurants we eat at, things we do with the kids, and the tips that keep the wifi fast and the s'mores easy.
Where to eat
Captain John's
21 minWaterfront Dining
A local favorite right on the water. Great seafood and a relaxed atmosphere. Perfect for a sunset dinner.
The Landing Cafe
13 minBreakfast
The go-to spot for breakfast in the area. Hearty portions and friendly service to start your day right.
PJ's Diner
10 minBurgers, Chicken Fried Steak
Classic diner fare done right. The burgers and chicken fried steak are both excellent. Cash-friendly pricing.
Evergreen Marina
14 minWaterfront Bar and Grill (Seasonal)
Pull up by boat or by car. Great vibes, cold drinks, and good food right on the lake. Open seasonally.
Mama Tig's Woodfired Pizza
25 minPizza (Carlton Landing)
Woodfired pizza at the Carlton Landing community. A short drive for some seriously good pizza.
Dobber's Roadhouse
14 minHomestyle Cooking
Down-home cooking in a no-frills roadhouse. Generous portions and real comfort food.
Groceries and supplies
Dollar General Market
11 minNearest store to the property for quick essentials.
Nichols Market
24 minFull grocery store in Eufaula.
Watson Farms Meat Market
37 minQuality meats in Checotah, great for grilling.
Xtreme Liquor
21 minLiquor store in Eufaula.
Boat ramps
Lake Eufaula has several public boat ramps within a short drive of the property.
- Highway 9 LandingClosest ramp, about 13 minutes from the house
- Ladybird LandingWell-maintained public ramp, about 15 minutes away
- Brooken CoveAbout 17 minutes from the house
Things to do
Beach and swimming
Walk down to the beach right from the property. The water is clear and the views are beautiful.
Fishing
Lake Eufaula is one of Oklahoma's best fishing lakes. Catch bass, crappie, catfish, and more right off the shore or book a guided trip.
Kayaking
Rent our kayaks and explore the coves and shoreline of Lake Eufaula at your own pace.
Arrowhead Golf Course
29 minA scenic 18-hole course along the shores of Lake Eufaula. Affordable greens fees and beautiful views.
Robber’s Cave State Park
38 minGreat hiking trails, rock formations, and cave exploration. Worth the day trip.
Pontoon rental (Evergreen Marina)
14 minRent a pontoon boat from Evergreen Marina for a day on the lake with the whole crew.
Jellystone Park
20 minFamily fun with mini golf, a water park, and paddleboard rentals. Great for a day out with kids.
Getting here
From Oklahoma City (about 2.5 hours)
Take I-40 East to US-69 South, then follow signs toward Eufaula/Stigler. The property is at 101 W BK 1760 Rd, Stigler, OK 74462.
From Tulsa (about 2 hours)
Take the Muskogee Turnpike to US-69 South toward Eufaula, then head toward Stigler. The property is at 101 W BK 1760 Rd, Stigler, OK 74462.
From Dallas/Fort Worth (about 4 hours)
Take US-75 North to I-40 East, then US-69 South toward Eufaula/Stigler.
House tips
- Wifi
- High-speed gigabit indoors and outdoors, even down at the beach. Network name and password are posted on the fridge.
- TVs
- Living room and porch TVs run on Apple TV boxes. YouTube TV plus the usual streamers. Pick up a remote and go.
- Cell service
- AT&T and US Cellular get the best signal here. On Verizon, enable wifi calling and use the back porch.
- Outdoor cooking
- The Blackstone griddle and gas grill are ready on the back porch. Please clean them after use. Propane is provided.
- Campfires
- Free firewood and firestarters at the fire pit. S'mores supplies are in the kitchen.
- Porch speakers
- Connect via Apple AirPlay or Android's AllShare. Keep the volume neighborly after 10 PM.
- Parking
- Ample parking. Avoid the left side of the property where the septic system is located.
House rules
- 01Fun is mandatory.
- 02No trespassing on neighboring docks.
- 03No indoor smoking.
- 04Beer pong bouncing counts as two cups.
- 05No pets without prior approval.
- 06Quiet hours after 10 PM.
- 07Use appliances responsibly.
- 08Trash goes to the blue bins at the road.
Checkout
- 01Trash to the blue bins at the road.
- 02Remotes back in the living room.
- 03Pull the door shut. The smart lock takes it from there.
- 04Leave the beds and laundry. We've got it.
Need anything?
Don't hesitate to reach out. We're happy to help.