Getaway Camp and Cabin

100%

8 reviews

· Huntsville, Walker, Texas · 17 acres

Hosted by Mark B.

Tent site

· 4 guests max

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

All to yourself

100% of recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp felt private.

Tired of the city ordinances that restricted raising fouls, I decided to look for an acreage that is not too far nor too close to the city and which allowed the raising of farm animals. As of this writing, we have 2 beautiful heifers, 18 sheep, and colorful giant kois in the pond that once in a while can be seen when they swim near the surface. We built a log cabin in the 17-acre property in preparation for downsizing when the boys go to to college. But when our neighbors had to move back to England, they sold us their house and 11-acre land. With the cabin on the 17-acre now vacant, we decided to open it for camping (on the land) or renting out the log cabin after building the 2-acre pond. Learn more about this land: Stay in the log cabin, or pitch a tent. Enjoy stargazing, or just enjoy the peace and quiet of the property. Pick wild grapes or wild blackberries (when in season) or spring wildflowers. Kayak or canoe in the pond. Bring your fishing gear and bait. Cabin use is free, but these are STRICT RULES. 1. No pets please, not even emotional support animals of any kind due to allergy in the family (we use the cabin when not booked). 2. No smoking inside the cabin 3. Do not use the bathroom towels for kitchen purposes or to wipe off dirt 4. Please no outdoor footwear indoors, but you are welcome to wear clean indoor footwear. Violation will result in forfeiture of the entire deposit 5. Cars MUST be parked on the rocked section, thus walking is necessary from this point. This is a 2-3 minute walk. The driveway might be dry but, no vehicles will be allowed past the rocked section due to unpredictability of weather. If it rains, vehicles will get stuck in the pasture. 6. Never leave food - solid or liquid - where ants can find them or you will cause them to infest the house including your bed! They can do so faster than you can imagine. 7. Please do not bring more people than officially booked, or we will cancel the reservation. No refund. We also close the gate once you have checked in to prevent the animals from escaping. 8. The moisture content can cause shrinkage or expansion of the ground, which can lead to leveling issues to the cabin. So please be aware that doors may or may not open or close smoothly.Stay in the log cabin, or pitch a tent. Enjoy stargazing, or just enjoy the peace and quiet of the property. Pick wild grapes or wild blackberries when in season or spring wildflowers. Kayak or canoe in the pond. Cabin use is free, but these are STRICT RULES.1. No pets please, not even emotional support animals of any kind 2. No smoking inside the cabin 3. Do not use the bathroom towels for kitchen purposes or to wipe off dirt 4. Please no outdoor footwear indoors, but you are welcome to wear clean indoor footwear. Violation will result in forfeiture of the entire deposit 5. Cars MUST be parked on the rocked section, thus walking is necessary from this point. This is a 2-3 minute walk. The driveway might be dry but, no vehicles will be allowed past the rocked section. 6. Never leave food - solid or liquid - where ants can find them or you will cause them to infest the house including your bed! They can do so faster than you can imagine. 7. Please do not bring more people than officially booked, or we will cancel the reservation and force you to leave. No refund. We also close/lock the gate once you have checked in.We understand rules can be off-putting, but we had to disclose due to massive damage, thefts, and other violations by a few - Dawn S., Marc A., T. Frazier. IF THESE RULES ARE UNACCEPTABLE, PLEASE DO NOT BOOK.

What to expect

Tent site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

4 guests max

Campfires allowed

Firepit, private. If dead trees/fallen limbs are available, feel free to gather. Free!

Toilet available

Flush toilet. Do not overwhelm the toilet; flush often. If clogging happens, you will have to call and pay the plumber.

No pets

NO PETS ALLOWED

Showers available

Hot water , cold water only

Bins available

Recycling bin, trash bin. Please place all trash in trash bags then place in the blue barrel located by the front steps of the cabin. NEVER LEAVE ANY FOOD - liquid or solid - IN THE INDOOR TRASH CONTAINER (even for a minute) or you will cause ants infestation! If you have any clothes or body scent that they can smell, ants will follow you even in your bed.

Cooking equipment present

Bbq, private, oven, stovetop or hot plate, fridge, freezer, cookware, cooking utensils, dishware, cutlery, sink or other dishwashing station. There are kitchen rags. NEVER use bathroom towels for kitchen purposes, or we will need to charge a fee 2 times the cost of replacement of the towel set.

Picnic table present

No potable water

Bring your own water. Well water is available. Although safe for drinking according to the former owners, we prefer that our guests bring bottled water for drinking.

No wifi

Laundry absent

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 11:00 AM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Super Strict (30 Days)

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Short walk

No wheelchair access

Max 1 vehicle

During your trip

Follow the

Leave it better

Inclusion policyWe have a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination at Hipcamp. We are committed to helping our Host and Hipcamper communities be inclusive.

Reviews

100% Recommend8 ratings · 8 reviews

James S.

7 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

Great getaway

Tent · With kids

Beautiful location. There could not be a friendlier host. Would highly recommend.

Kevin S.

2 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· February 2023

Tent

Beautiful property. We loved using the canoe and sitting by the fire. We would love to come back on a night with less clouds to truly see the beauty of the property.

Chance J.

2 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· November 2022

Tent

My first experience with Hipcamp and it was fantastic. Beautiful cabin and very relaxing property. Mark is a great host and very easy to work with. Highly recommend

Travis S.

3 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· November 2021

Great place to pitch a tent!

Group trip

I enjoyed pitching a tent with my boys on this wonderful property. There were so many things for us to do, such as catching some nice sized bass in the pond, exploring with the kayak and canoe, and roasting marshmallows at the fire pit next to the water. The cabin was really nice for cooking meals and escaping the cold for a bit and made this camping trip extra easy. Mark was a great host and had great communication! We’ll definitely be back and recommend this property to anyone looking for a great time.

Jack H.

3 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· September 2021

We loved Mark’s property! It’s well kept and full of pleasant surprises! The only regret is we only spent a day there.

Cong Bao P.

3 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2021

Amazing Place

Mark provided an incredibly beautiful area and a cabin that would be ideal for any group who is looking to go out and enjoy nature without sacrificing amenities. The land the cabin is located on is vast, beautiful, and diverse. Just outside is a beautiful pond with multiple access points to enjoy the view. And let's not forget that there's an island in the middle of the pond that you can access. Additionally, there was plenty of open space. In regards to the cabin, it was fully stocked with everything we needed. The entire cabin was also spotless when we arrived, not to mention how it has its own charm and fun decor. I hope to one day come back when the opportunity arises.

Location

Huntsville, Walker, Texas, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Tonkawa, Bidai, Koasati (Coushatta), and Alabama First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking