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 min

Waterfront Dining

A local favorite right on the water. Great seafood and a relaxed atmosphere. Perfect for a sunset dinner.

The Landing Cafe

13 min

Breakfast

The go-to spot for breakfast in the area. Hearty portions and friendly service to start your day right.

PJ's Diner

10 min

Burgers, Chicken Fried Steak

Classic diner fare done right. The burgers and chicken fried steak are both excellent. Cash-friendly pricing.

Evergreen Marina

14 min

Waterfront 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 min

Pizza (Carlton Landing)

Woodfired pizza at the Carlton Landing community. A short drive for some seriously good pizza.

Dobber's Roadhouse

14 min

Homestyle Cooking

Down-home cooking in a no-frills roadhouse. Generous portions and real comfort food.

Groceries and supplies

Boat ramps

Lake Eufaula has several public boat ramps within a short drive of the property.

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 min

A scenic 18-hole course along the shores of Lake Eufaula. Affordable greens fees and beautiful views.

Robber’s Cave State Park

38 min

Great hiking trails, rock formations, and cave exploration. Worth the day trip.

Pontoon rental (Evergreen Marina)

14 min

Rent a pontoon boat from Evergreen Marina for a day on the lake with the whole crew.

Jellystone Park

20 min

Family 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.

Get directions

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

  1. 01Fun is mandatory.
  2. 02No trespassing on neighboring docks.
  3. 03No indoor smoking.
  4. 04Beer pong bouncing counts as two cups.
  5. 05No pets without prior approval.
  6. 06Quiet hours after 10 PM.
  7. 07Use appliances responsibly.
  8. 08Trash goes to the blue bins at the road.

Checkout

  1. 01Trash to the blue bins at the road.
  2. 02Remotes back in the living room.
  3. 03Pull the door shut. The smart lock takes it from there.
  4. 04Leave the beds and laundry. We've got it.

Need anything?

Don't hesitate to reach out. We're happy to help.