'Mountain Retreat on Smith Lake' | Custom-Built Lake House | 2 Full Kitchens Framed by dramatic rock bluffs along the pristine shores of Smith Lake, this Craftsman-style vacation rental in Houston, AL, is a true hidden gem. The 5-bedroom, 5-bath lake house balances rustic charm with elevated finishes — perfect for relaxation and entertaining. Soak up the water views from the multi-level deck, launch a kayak from the dock, and enjoy a refined take on lakeside living. -- THE PROPERTY -- SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom 1: 1 king bed - Bedroom 2: 1 king bed - Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed - Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed - Bedroom 5: 1 queen bed - Additional Sleeping: 10 cots OUTDOOR LIVING - Small dock w/ 1 boat slip (fits a regular-size pontoon boat) - Boat launch (available upon request) - 4 inflatable kayaks, 1 children's raft - Multi-level deck w/ seating & dining areas - 2 charcoal grills - Wood-burning fire pit - Picnic table - Lake views INDOOR LIVING - 2 living rooms - 3 Smart TVs w/ Roku & streaming (bring your own passwords) - DVDs, video games, board games - 5 en-suite bathrooms - Open floor plan 2 KITCHENS - Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher - Drip coffee maker (starter coffee & filters) - Toaster, microwave - Cooking basics, dishware & flatware, children's dishware & flatware - Island, dining tables - Lower-level ice machine, bagged ice, dishwasher detergent GENERAL - Free WiFi - Central A/C & heating, ceiling fans - 2 washers & dryers, laundry detergent, iron & board - Linens & towels, shampoo, basic soaps, hair dryer - 2 toilet paper rolls per bathroom, paper towels FAQ - Life vests not provided - Rural location ACCESSIBILITY - 2-story home, exterior steps to enter - 2 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms on 1st floor PARKING - Carport (2 vehicles) - Shared driveway (2 vehicles) - Hill parking (3 vehicles) - Boat trailer parking allowed on-site (boats must be docked) -- THE LOCATION -- - Smith Lake access on-site - 5 miles to Houston Historic Jail - 11 miles to Bankhead National Forest - 28 miles to Jasper, AL - 63 miles to Northwest Alabama Regional Airport -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - This 2-story home requires exterior steps to enter; it has 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms on the main floor - Smith Lake is deep, with depths reaching up to 65 feet off the boat dock. Guests are strongly encouraged to wear life vests when near or in the water for safety. Please note that life vests are not provided - The boat launch is available upon request. If you wish to use the boat launch, please reach out to the Guest Contact after booking - This property is in a rural location with the nearest grocery store several miles away. Guests should go food shopping before arrival - The driveway is shared with the neighbor - This property sleeps 10 guests in 5 beds, with room for 20 total by using the cots