Looking for a remote location? No other people? Forests, Creeks, and Sipsey!
Double Springs, Sullivan County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
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...
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
Popular amenities
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Coffee maker
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Entertainment
- Games
- Television
- Smart TV
- DVD player
- Video library
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
Parking
- Parking
- Garage
Safety
- 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)
Location type
- Waterfront
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Sledding
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Horseback riding
- Antiquing
- Wildlife viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Pet-friendly
- Fireplace
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
Languages spoken
- English
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Family friendly
- Children's dinnerware
- Playground
Kitchen
- Blender
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Smart TV
- Games
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Charcoal grill
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Location highlights
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Cycling nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Sledding nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Swimming 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)
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: Pets allowed
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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
- On-site 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
About the area
Double Springs
Located in Double Springs, this cottage is on the waterfront. Sipsey Trailhead and Randolph Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lewis Smith Lake and Tiger Field. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Nearby locations
- Lewis Smith Lake 27 min drive
- Houston Historic Jail 41 min drive
- Natural Bridge Park 43 min drive
- Dismals Canyon 85 min drive
- Smith Lake Park 94 min drive
Getting around
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!?
Checkout 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 miles (40 km) of Houston Historic Jail and Randolph Trailhead. Gamble Park and The First United Methodist Church are also within 25 miles (40 km).