Entire home

Looking for a remote location? No other people? Forests, Creeks, and Sipsey!

Relax on the deck surrounded by lush greenery, featuring a swing seat and two lounge chairs.

Escape to a serene countryside retreat with a cozy porch and a tranquil natural setting.

Compact kitchen with a microwave oven, refrigerator, and sink, featuring a small table and dish rack.

Kitchen with central island, microwave, stove, and refrigerator, featuring a tiled floor and small dining area.

Set amidst a forested area, this charming house features a gabled roof and a chimney, with a porch leading to the entrance.

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Dryer
Fireplace
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Looking for a remote location? No other people? Forests, Creeks, and Sipsey!

Need a quiet place to unwind and relax? No other houses are in sight of the River Art cabin. You can take a relaxing few days away from the crowds and worries of our current world situations.

This farm is 600 acres of oaks, dogwoods, pines and wildflowers surrounded by the Bankhead National Forest, with no neighbors in sight! You can truly disconnect for a few days… No Internet, and no cable TV. We have a TV and DVD player for entertainment, but the true entertainment is going for a walk! Or sitting on the gazebo with a glass of wine!

Why do we call it the River Art Cabin? It sits on a bluff overlooking Clear Creek, the 'River' part. It was constructed by an artist named Art Fowler, whose original art still hangs throughout the cabin. Amazing!

You may want to spend your days fishing or tubing the creek or exploring the incredible canyons of the Sipsey Wilderness. Perhaps you would enjoy mountain biking the miles of Bankhead National Forest roads near by. Love hiking and backpacking, the Sipsey has many miles of hiking trails.

Love to hunt? Check out the Bankhead National Forest! You can drive just a few miles and hunt on National Forest land.

Enjoy birdwatching? What about a night with no street lights for perfect stargazing? This is the place for you!

There is a charcoal grill for the grill master in the family. BYOC… bring your own charcoal!

If the two bedroom River Art Cabin is not quite enough space, we have a smaller Bungalow cabin a couple hundred yards behind the larger cabin. It has a full kitchen, living room, one bedroom and bath. Ask me about the bungalow if interested... it is an additional rental, of course.

There is a full kitchen in both cabins, but if you'd rather not cook, hop in the car and run to Double Springs for a homecooked Italian meal at the Sapore Grill!

There are two bedrooms in the River Art Cabin, the Master bedroom has a king size bed and a private upstairs deck with a sliding glass door. There is a private Master bath also. The second bedroom has twin beds.

One of my favorite parts of the place is the Gazebo, a beautiful structure set atop a sandstone bluff overlooking a shoals of Clear Creek about 70 feet below. You can enjoy a sunset with a glass of wine sitting on the gazebo listening to the rippling creek below. Or wake up early and walk down the path to the gazebo with a hot cup of coffee.

You can stroll for miles on our dirt roads or walk down the path to Clear Creek and take a dip in the cool waters that are a tributary to Smith Lake.

Truly remote. This cottage is at the end of the road... literally! You will drive down a small country road for about 4 miles and when the road ends... you are home!

Keywords: Cottage, cabin, gazebo, creek side, tubing, Bankhead National Forest, Sipsey Wilderness Area, birding, Smith Lake, Camp McDowell, hunting, fishing

Property manager

Maggie Johnston

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

Car required
Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area

Entertainment

DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Video library

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Charcoal grill
Outdoor furniture

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

On the waterfront

Things to do

Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sledding nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Similar properties

Enjoy a serene waterfront view from this deck overlooking a tranquil body of water.

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights

I have a detailed template about check out that I will text to you. If you haven’t gotten it the day before your departure please ask via text!

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Note from host: We require an additional $50 pet fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Please note the amazing remote location.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Bluff Overlooking Clear Creek Sipsey Wilderness Trails House

Bluff Overlooking Clear Creek Sipsey Wilderness Trails

On a Bluff Overlooking Clear Creek Sipsey Wilderness Trails!

Bluff Overlooking Clear Creek Sipsey Wilderness Trails House

Bluff Overlooking Clear Creek Sipsey Wilderness Trails

On a Bluff Overlooking Clear Creek Sipsey Wilderness Trails!

Bluff Overlooking Clear Creek Sipsey Wilderness Trails

On a Bluff Overlooking Clear Creek Sipsey Wilderness Trails!

About the neighborhood

Double Springs, AL

What's nearby

Lewis Smith Lake - 33 min drive - 13.4 miles
Houston Historic Jail - 48 min drive - 24.6 miles
Natural Bridge Park - 53 min drive - 31.7 miles
Gamble Park - 58 min drive - 30.8 miles
Jasper City Hall - 59 min drive - 30.8 miles

Restaurants

‪Wal-Win - ‬24 min drive
‪Walton's Family Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
‪Obryan's Family Steakhouse - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Looking for a remote location? No other people? Forests, Creeks, and Sipsey! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Looking for a remote location? No other people? Forests, Creeks, and Sipsey!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Looking for a remote location? No other people? Forests, Creeks, and Sipsey!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Looking for a remote location? No other people? Forests, Creeks, and Sipsey! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from Lewis Smith Lake and within 25 mi (40 km) of Houston Historic Jail and Randolph Trailhead. Gamble Park and The First United Methodist Church are also within 25 mi (40 km).