Small rural communities in Texas offer residents and nonresidents an opportunity to experience nature during travels throughout the eastern part of the state. Hours away from major cities such Houston and Dallas, Milam sits close to the Louisiana border. Travelers lodging at hotels near Milam have the opportunity to visit the Sabine National Forest or spend time at the Toledo Bend Reservoir.
Located approximately 20 minutes outside of Milam city limits sits historic San Augustine, the oldest town in Texas. Primary lodging consists of the Budget Inn San Augustine. The amenities of the room are industry standard, but staying at the Budget Inn is more about the amenities of the town. Families with children have the opportunity to tour more than 140 historic places such as Mission Dolores, the first university chartered in Texas. Budget Inn San Augustine has a no pet policy, instead take a hike in the Angelica National Forest or the Big Thicket National Preserve with pets. Local restaurants include the Byrd House Family Restaurant and Mary Kays’ Country Diner.
The San Augustine Inn offers guests modern amenities with the charm of a small town. Amenities include a year-round swimming pool, free wireless Internet and wheelchair accessibility. Outside of the San Augustine Inn, guests can hunt during the appropriate season on three wooded acres or water ski, fish and boat at the Toledo Bend Reservoir, the fifth largest man-made reservoir in the United States. Guests with boats have access to the Pendleton Harbor Marina in Hemphill. The lakefront attraction allows guests with a Texas or Louisiana fishing license to fish on the water. With no in-house restaurant, guests can dine at local eatery Andy Ryan’s Restaurant or El Jiro Mexican Restaurant.
Located on the Toledo Bend Reservoir in Milam, Holly Park Marina offers guests an opportunity to stay in the newly constructed motel with free Internet access while enjoying the amenities of the surrounding area. Holly Park Marina accommodates families with children, large groups, individuals and guests with pets. A playground area is available for children as well as swimming at the nearby pier. Visitors to Milam have the opportunity to fish with licensed guides at an hourly rate. Guests wanting to explore nature can travel to the Sabine National Forest and hike the 28 miles of trails or picnic at one of the facilities. Local restaurants include Paradise Point Cafe and Fin & Feather Restaurant. Sunday services are available in the Gathering Room.
Located 30 minutes away from Milam is Cypress Bend Resort in Many, Louisiana. This 95-room resort offers guests access of championship rounds of golf or a romantic getaway. Guests choose from golf, golf/spa or romantic packages starting at $99 per night as of January 2011. Room amenities include high-speed Internet and ADA accessibility. Guests have views of the woods, fairway and the surrounding water. Guests have access to the spa with packages including 30-minute express packages and five-hour packages. Three dining options are available to guest: Sabine Social, Cypress Cafe and Cypress Dining. Sabine Social offers guests a lounge and drink services year-round.
