On lake.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Lewis Smith Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Houston Historic Jail. Tiger Field is within 12 miles (20 km) and Bankhead National Forest is within 20 miles (32 km).
Clarkson Covered Bridge - 59 min drive - 33.3 miles
Natural Bridge Park - 60 min drive - 36.5 miles
Restaurants
La Plaza Bonita - 27 min drive
Arley Coffee Shop - 27 min drive
Talk Of The Town - 16 min drive
Pearson's Steak House - 42 min drive
Obryan's Family Steakhouse - 38 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Big Bend Retreat: 5 BR, 3 BA House in Houston, Sleeps 14
Big Bend Retreat - IDYLLIC retreat on Smith Lake! You will love this dreamy house! Huge sunroom, and downstairs covered porch will be where you want to spend your mornings and evenings. Your family and friends will love spending time together in the great room or the downstairs living area or the gameroom. There is also a nice deck near the water's edge.
Fully equipped kitchen including a blender, air fryer, toaster, cooking The indoor dining table seats 8, plus there is seating for 8 outside as well. Also, features a Weber gas grill. Lower deck also has comfortable seating area for 6-8. Family room has two sofas, two chairs, mounted TV. Garage gameroom with ping pong table, foosball, pool table, and video game machine. Plenty of activities for a family and friends, including cards and games, cornhole game, and dart board. Grill out on the gas grill or Blackstone!
Outdoor fire pit for chilly nights!
Bedroom #1: Queen size bed- main level bedroom Bedroom #2: Daybed with pullout trundle- 2nd floor loft Bedroom #3: King size bed - 2nd floor Master Bedroom Bedroom #4: Full bed and 2 sets of bunk beds (twin over twin) - in basement family room Bedroom #5: Queen size bed and day bed with trundle - basement bedroom Sleeps 14 in beds. Maximum occupancy : 14
Boat slip available for renter's use. Power on the dock. 4 kayaks for renters use. Lilypad float. Canoe. Year-round water.
WiFi Internet and Direct TV. Cell service: AT&T works best, Verizon is spotty, internet calls work well!
Please Note: The owner has a Security Camera installed on the front right side of porch.
There is a small leak on the glassed in porch, which sometimes leaks when we get a hard rain. It will not hinder your use of the porch.
RESERVATIONS ARE NOT CONFIRMED UNTIL YOU RETURN THE RENTAL AGREEMENT TO SMITH LAKE RENTALS. NO after-prom, graduation, frat, wedding, etc parties. Any gathering larger than the Max occupancy has to be preapproved. Violation will result in eviction.
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE PRIMARY RENTER MUST MEET THE AGE REQUIREMENT OF 25 YEARS OF AGE
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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Security system
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 3,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
Smith Lake Rentals & Sales - BIG BEND RETREAT Houston
3163-271256
Frequently asked questions
Does Big Bend Retreat: 5 BR, 3 BA House in Houston, Sleeps 14 have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Big Bend Retreat: 5 BR, 3 BA House in Houston, Sleeps 14 offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Big Bend Retreat: 5 BR, 3 BA House in Houston, Sleeps 14?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Big Bend Retreat: 5 BR, 3 BA House in Houston, Sleeps 14?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Big Bend Retreat: 5 BR, 3 BA House in Houston, Sleeps 14?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Big Bend Retreat: 5 BR, 3 BA House in Houston, Sleeps 14 have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Big Bend Retreat: 5 BR, 3 BA House in Houston, Sleeps 14 have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Big Bend Retreat: 5 BR, 3 BA House in Houston, Sleeps 14 to downtown Houston?