Romantic Cave Hideaway & Waterfalls on Smith Lake
Cave in Houston, Alabama
- 4 guests
- 1 bedroom
- 2 beds
- 1 bath
Hosted by Jordan
- 6 years hosting
Listing highlights
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Right on Lewis Smith Lake
Steps from Lewis Smith Lake, with a private dock, kayaks, and a swim pier on the water
A cabin built inside a real cave
A roughly 1,500 sq ft cave with fire pits, natural rock ceilings, and a projector for movie nights
Guests call it magical
Guests describe this as a magical, one-of-a-kind stay with a comfortable bed and peaceful setting
Discover a true wonder right on one of the most beautiful manmade lakes in the country. Your one-of-a-kind stay is a cabin nestled inside a real cave with all the comforts you need to fully enjoy lake life.
Unwind to the sound of a private, natural waterfall, sip coffee or go fishing on the pier, and enjoy outdoor showers that heal the soul.
Perfect for couples, adventurers, and anyone craving a retreat, this hidden gem will satisfy those looking for something truly unique.
The space
This is a rustic secluded location, set down away from the normal lake front properties which are up above on the ridge line. When you descend to the cave, you find a quiet refuge with beautiful natural scenery along with all the amenities you'd like in a private home. The space includes many locations to relax and enjoy different views and scenes.
Guest access
The highlight areas include the clifftop view of the lake, the waterfalls with firepit and picnic table, the lakefront decks and slopes offering fishing and lake watching, the swim pier at the end of a walkway leading into the lake, the Lion's Den with natural rock ceilings and more, two outside showers, the Cabin, and then the massive Cave itself, a roughly 1500 sq foot space with unique furniture and ambiance including multiple firepits.
Other things to note
The cabin sleeps 4 comfortably (2 in a main bedroom, 2 in the living room).
Note that there is an additional fee per person after the first 2, so please select the correct guest count when booking. There are lots of options for a larger group to sleep at the cave, out in the cave itself or by the waterfalls, etc (sleeping bags / airbeds).
Please ask us about groups beyond 4.
The property is big enough with lots of spots to enjoy that bringing another couple with you to enjoy the Cave makes for more fun and also is a great way to reduce the expense per person!
Although Alabama seasons are mild, they do introduce changes through the year, and the lake is managed by Alabama Power, meaning its level can fluctuate day to day.
Specifically, this means that
-the lake is generally 'full' (swimmable, boatable from the Cave dock) starting in March, and starts to get shallow by the dock towards the end of August
-the waterfalls never stop, but they are rain dependent; spring rains are most reliable for making them beautiful, but any heavy rains can cause massive torrents throughout the year
Unwind to the sound of a private, natural waterfall, sip coffee or go fishing on the pier, and enjoy outdoor showers that heal the soul.
Perfect for couples, adventurers, and anyone craving a retreat, this hidden gem will satisfy those looking for something truly unique.
The space
This is a rustic secluded location, set down away from the normal lake front properties which are up above on the ridge line. When you descend to the cave, you find a quiet refuge with beautiful natural scenery along with all the amenities you'd like in a private home. The space includes many locations to relax and enjoy different views and scenes.
Guest access
The highlight areas include the clifftop view of the lake, the waterfalls with firepit and picnic table, the lakefront decks and slopes offering fishing and lake watching, the swim pier at the end of a walkway leading into the lake, the Lion's Den with natural rock ceilings and more, two outside showers, the Cabin, and then the massive Cave itself, a roughly 1500 sq foot space with unique furniture and ambiance including multiple firepits.
Other things to note
The cabin sleeps 4 comfortably (2 in a main bedroom, 2 in the living room).
Note that there is an additional fee per person after the first 2, so please select the correct guest count when booking. There are lots of options for a larger group to sleep at the cave, out in the cave itself or by the waterfalls, etc (sleeping bags / airbeds).
Please ask us about groups beyond 4.
The property is big enough with lots of spots to enjoy that bringing another couple with you to enjoy the Cave makes for more fun and also is a great way to reduce the expense per person!
Although Alabama seasons are mild, they do introduce changes through the year, and the lake is managed by Alabama Power, meaning its level can fluctuate day to day.
Specifically, this means that
-the lake is generally 'full' (swimmable, boatable from the Cave dock) starting in March, and starts to get shallow by the dock towards the end of August
-the waterfalls never stop, but they are rain dependent; spring rains are most reliable for making them beautiful, but any heavy rains can cause massive torrents throughout the year
Where you’ll sleep
What this place offers
Lake view
Waterfront
Kitchen
Fast wifi – 508 Mbps
Free parking on premises
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Rated 4.91 out of 5 from 219 reviews.
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This home is in the top 5% of eligible listings based on ratings, reviews, and reliability
Overall rating
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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value
Guests mention
Where you’ll be
Addison
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From the host
This is a rural area on the lake. There are neighbors but typically you won't see anybody except driving into the location. Most homes on the lake are on top of the ridge, out of sight, with only boat docks visible from the property.
Meet your host
Born in the 90s
Where I went to school: University of Alabama at Birmingham
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