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Seclusion in the Lost Pines hosted by Jan

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 688 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Seclusion in the Lost Pines hosted by Jan

Secluded rustic cabin on 255 acres of private pine forest. Enjoy hiking, mountain biking & views from large deck. Cabin's decor is based on local legend & Broadway hit, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, replete with the madam's bed. Fully stocked kitchen with coffee maker, blender, microwave, & dishwasher. BBQ on the outdoor propane grill and enjoy a campfire under the stars (bring your own firewood). 2 miles off highway. Perfect for couples, solo adventurers, and families. Pets are allowed with single $25 pet fee per stay. Up to three pets. Please let us know if you will be bringing yours.

Our cabin is on property that has been in our family since the early 1800s and guests are encouraged to walk, ride (bring your bike) and enjoy the serenity of the area at their leisure. You’ll find the construction of our cabin comfortable, attractive and interesting. Newly renovated as of January 2019 with updated appliances and vinyl flooring throughout. The cabin's interior walls are of cedar and the exposed rafters add an extra charm. The front and back doors are usually open to enjoy the gentle breeze that blows through the cabin. Well water can taste and smell like sulfur. Recommend bringing your own drinking water. Enjoy the beauty of over 200 acres of private land.

Property manager

jan mclendon

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Safety features

  • 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 950 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Single $25 pet fee, up to 3 pets.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
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 first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Smithville, TX

What's nearby

  • Buescher State Park - 16 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Lost Pines Golf Club - 24 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Bastrop State Park - 24 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Lake Bastrop - 27 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Sherwood Forest Faire - 35 min drive - 31.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪El Mexicano Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Comfort Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pockets Grille - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Seclusion in the Lost Pines hosted by Jan pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Seclusion in the Lost Pines hosted by Jan?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Where is Seclusion in the Lost Pines hosted by Jan located?

Situated in Smithville, this cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Colorado River, Buescher State Park, and World's Largest Gingerbread Man. Ascension Seton Smithville is 6.5 mi (10.5 km) away.

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Seclusion in the Lost Pines hosted by Jan Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

joanie d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cutest little cabin

Cute and comfortable cabin in the woods! Exactly what we needed to unplug for a few days. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

We loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annual getaway after Christmas

This was the perfect place for our getaway. The property was fantastic. The cabin was wonderful full of interesting history about the Chicken Ranch and everything we needed to cook and relax. Jan was wonderful and always responsive. The best part for us was being able to let our dogs off leash to run and hike the numerous trails. We will definitely return
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helene

Liked: Amenities
The cabin is pretty, set in the woods, it’s very well decorated, there is everything for a lovely stay, it’s quiet and safe!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

If you are looking for seclusion this is your place. Very comfortable stay, no neighbors just you and nature. Highly recommended for peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay in the woods

Our favorite place to relax and unwind free from the road noise, and noisy neighbors. This was our third visit and already planning for next year. This cabin is as advertised, quaint, rustic but with the best back porch in Texas. Great for morning coffee or evening drinks and with a view what else could you ask for.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and quiet

Very private and so much to explore. The cabin is very clean and has everything you need for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A slice of pine heaven

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Great cabin with great facilities and a beautiful property to explore. Can't wait to come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deidra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Little Cabin

Cute cabin in the woods, and perfectly placed where all of the spots we wanted to visit were 15 minutes away!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of heaven

This was our second stay and we absolutely love it out here. So peaceful and well accommodated. The hosts are the best I've ever worked with for vacation rentals. The property is so neat to explore. We brought our e-bikes this time and it made for some great rides as well as an easy trip to Buescher next door to ride the road to Bastrop. A+ vacation!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect retreat

We really enjoyed our stay. The cabin is charming but comes with most mod cons. We didn’t turn the tv on, instead we loved the rocking chairs on the back porch for relaxing, bird watching and enjoying the forest setting..
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Could not have been happier with this cabin. The description was exactly spot on. This was a perfect place for peace and quiet. The host was very responsive to my questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin fever

Found this cabin for my wife's birthday. It was exactly what she had been wanting. Beautiful cabin with a fun bit of history to see and experience. Comfortable beds, and sweet back porch with three ceiling fans. The property and the pond are awesome! Fun to hike and explore. We will definitely come back to visit this little ol calbin.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 star

Great communication and awesome place to be in the hill country!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay

This was the 3rd year in a row that we have stayed here and would continue to recommend. Host is great and its not through a management company, which is always a plus. She responds quick even though we have never had an issue. Will be coming back here for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home base for Colorado River fishing trip

Stayed at lost pines cabin during a Colorado River fishing trip. Cozy. Quiet. Beautifully peaceful spot. Every convenience without the stress of a city neighborhood. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay at the cabin

We absolutely loved our stay at the cabin. The cabin itself was charming and rustic. If you are wanting a fancy place to stay, this isn’t the place for you. If you want an awesome, quiet, rustic place where you have room to hike, enjoy the quiet and the land, this is definitely the place! We would come back to this place again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vickie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Getaway

My husband and I loved our stay at the cabin. We were spending 3 days shopping the Round Top antique show and it was nice coming back to the cabin and just relaxing on the back porch. Truly perfection. The cabin was roomier then I thought it would be. The decor was thoughtfully done, had all the comfort you needed and extremely clean. We would definitely stay again and highly recommend to others looking for a wonderful getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous again!

We got to enjoy this wonderful property again for a long weekend! We love the cabin, walking around the property, letting our dogs swim in the lake and sitting outside watching the stars. Will definitely be back. The host is quick to respond and left a lovely welcome basket.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break Rest in the Piney Woods

We spent a few nights hanging out with our dogs and college seniors. We had so much fun hiking, fishing, and jamming around the firepit! The porch and house are just perfect! The hostess, Jan, is amazing! We are planning on making this a tradition. Such a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cabin

This cozy cabin in the woods was just what we were looking for. It was peaceful and quiet. We hiked in several State Parks. And even walked around the property. Buescher State Park is only a few mikes away. The sunsets on the back porch were amazing. The cabin had everything we needed. The reclining couches sure felt good after the miles we walked.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best little Cabin in Texas

The cabin is cozy and secluded. Not fancy but very comfortable. It was impressive to see that 2 additional A/Cs had been added to help cope with the extra warm temperatures this year. We will be returning next year. Rick & Chris
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

JESUS G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Refreshing, Relaxing, Wonderful, Beautiful Enviroment!

It was the best place for me and my dogs to stay. Being on a 200 acre hidden cabin with 2 big dogs and no one around to bother us was wonderful. The dogs got to explore, hunt and chase critters! I also got to see the stars like I use to at night when I was a kid. I even slept so comfortable which I hadn't in such a long time. Plus, me and the dogs explored everywhere around us. San Marcos, New Braunfels, New Waverly, Cayon Lake, Guadalupe River, Austin, Lake Travis area, Outlet Mall. Yes, you will never regret your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Weekend Away!

My boyfriend and our dogs had the most amazing NYE weekend at the cabin. It was outfitted with all the comforts of home, plus sweet extras in a gift basket. The property was wonderfully secluded and surrounded by trails we took to visit the ponds. The back porch with hammock and rocking chairs overlooked the fire pit area and had an incredible view of the valley below. I could not have had a better experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy on The Hill

We had a great time.... next time we stay will be to enjoy the area... we had family wedding and that took up our day... But the cabin was so comfortable to come home at night... loved drinking coffee in the morning and enjoying the view.... Jan was such a joy to talk to...will definitely be back...Thanks Jan!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023