10/10 Excellent
Michelle V.
15 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michelle V.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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Looking for a remote location? The country life? Forests, Creeks, and Sipsey!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Double Springs, AL
- Smith Lake Park
- Lewis Smith Lake33 min drive
- Natural Bridge Park53 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Looking for a remote location? The country life? Forests, Creeks, and Sipsey!
Need a quiet place to unwind and relax? 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! You can truly disconnect for a few days… No Internet, and no cable TV. We have a TV and DVD player, as well as a collection of good books, for entertainment, but the true entertainment is going for a walk to the creek and our Secret Beach! 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 just a few miles away. Perhaps you would enjoy mountain biking the miles of Bankhead National Forest roads nearby. 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!
There is a full kitchen, but if you'd rather not cook, hop in the car and run to Double Springs for a home cooked Italian meal at the Sapore Grill! or go to Jasper, just a few miles further to the south and select from delicious Mexican to brewpub treats.
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. The gazebo is only a short stroll down a path from the front porch.
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
This farm is 600 acres of oaks, dogwoods, pines and wildflowers surrounded by the Bankhead National Forest! You can truly disconnect for a few days… No Internet, and no cable TV. We have a TV and DVD player, as well as a collection of good books, for entertainment, but the true entertainment is going for a walk to the creek and our Secret Beach! 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 just a few miles away. Perhaps you would enjoy mountain biking the miles of Bankhead National Forest roads nearby. 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!
There is a full kitchen, but if you'd rather not cook, hop in the car and run to Double Springs for a home cooked Italian meal at the Sapore Grill! or go to Jasper, just a few miles further to the south and select from delicious Mexican to brewpub treats.
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. The gazebo is only a short stroll down a path from the front porch.
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
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please note the amazing remote location.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
We require an additional $50 pet fee.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
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!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Double Springs
Located in Double Springs, this cottage is on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by The Lily Pond an Art Gallery & Tea Room, 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 horse riding and hunting.
Double Springs, AL
What's nearby
- Lewis Smith Lake - 33 min drive - 21.6 km
- Houston Historic Jail - 48 min drive - 39.6 km
- Natural Bridge Park - 53 min drive - 51.0 km
- Gamble Park - 58 min drive - 49.6 km
- Jasper City Hall - 59 min drive - 49.6 km
Restaurants
- Pearson's Steak House - 17 min drive
- Walston Bridge Restaurant - 18 min drive
- Blue Moon Restaurant - 26 min drive
- Obryan's Family Steakhouse - 19 min drive
- Izzy's Deli
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Reviews
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Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa M.
17 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vanessa M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
MsDoublePRanch
28 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Vacation spot!
MsDoublePRanch
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rick B.
2 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rest, Relax, & Recharge
Rick B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deborah M.
5 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great secluded getaway
Deborah M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tammy M.
26 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tammy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
John L.
28 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
John L.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michelle H B.
17 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River Art Cabin
Michelle H B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tammie W.
25 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Hideaway!
Tammie W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robert P.
3 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful
Robert P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Diane F.
31 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Diane F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
John L., Birmingham, AL
1 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
John L.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie B.
3 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to totally disconnect and relax !
Julie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brian F.
16 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation week
Brian F.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gary A.
27 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin Get Away
Gary A.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie M.
24 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Rural Getaway in Bama!
Julie M.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Allen B.
31 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Allen B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melissa M.
8 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint, secluded property
Melissa M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Matt M.
2 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful and quite place to stay
Matt M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Malinda G.
26 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unplug and Relax
Malinda G.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
James D., Hammond
22 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unplug and recharge
James D.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Charles S.
10 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Fall Colors
Charles S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
LIZ H.
14 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get away from it ALL!!
LIZ H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
1 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Getaway
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chad H.
19 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and private ☺️
Chad H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by Maggie Johnston
Maggie is the Director of Educational Programs at Camp McDowell. She manages the McDowell Environmental Center and Farm School, as well as Magnolia Nature Preschool.
Mark recently retired from 26 years as the Executive Director of Camp McDowell, near Jasper, Alabama. Mark is now working towards a new goal... being the first Independent Governor of Alabama! GO to his Facebook page Mark Johnston weneedmark.info to learn more.
They are proud of the work they do to protect and educate people about the natural world around us.
Mark recently retired from 26 years as the Executive Director of Camp McDowell, near Jasper, Alabama. Mark is now working towards a new goal... being the first Independent Governor of Alabama! GO to his Facebook page Mark Johnston weneedmark.info to learn more.
They are proud of the work they do to protect and educate people about the natural world around us.
Why they chose this property
We bought this place for the pure joy of owning a remote piece of Nature on the banks of Clear Creek!
What makes this property unique
There is nothing quite like communing with nature in a beautiful place near a moving stream. You will find it valuable to spend some quiet time just sitting on the porch or gazebo and listening to nature!
Languages:
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