Title: Amazing Log Cabin on the Water! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Amazing Log Cabin on the Water! Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33497000/33496944/w1024h682x1y1-3a510309.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33497000/33496944/9f43d0d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33497000/33496944/59738c3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33497000/33496944/2139aee5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33497000/33496944/73ab96cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Cody’s Cabin on Smith Lake, where rustic charm meets modern comfort. Enjoy family breakfast by the real wood fireplace with wide views of the lake, read a book in the Great Room while watching boats go by, or simply unwind on the back covered porch overlooking clear waters. Explore your creativity in the loft office area with wireless internet connection and take advantage of lakeside amenities like a large stainless gas grill and picnic table. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Amazing Log Cabin on the Water! A short drive from Birmingham, you will feel like you’re a world away as you meander along a quiet road with picturesque views of the countryside. You’ll be welcomed inside this beautiful rustic Adirondack style log cabin by the aroma of knotty pine into a huge kitchen and dining room where you can enjoy a family breakfast next to a real wood fireplace with wide views of the lake. Take a moment to catch your breath before stepping into the Great Room. Here you can read a book while watching the boats go by on the comfortable leather sofa, enjoy a glass of wine by the floor to ceiling rock fireplace, watch TV with the whole family, or just sit and enjoy the details of this exquisitely decorated room with pine wood beams stretched across the soaring ceilings. You’ll be drawn up to the loft where you will find an open area with bonus twin beds with views of the Great Room and Smith Lake. Just off the Great Room, a hand-crafted King Bed with a mural of the Lake and beautiful armoire make up the master suite. The master bath features a claw foot tub and an incredible custom stone and slate shower large enough for two. Wake up to awesome views of the lake from the second King suite with adjoining bathroom. The 3rd ground floor bedroom features a King bed and 3rd bath. The 2nd floor offers a bedroom with a full size bed and sleeping loft with twin beds. With all the beauty inside, you tend to forget the main reason you came here but eventually you will find yourself on the back covered porch looking out over a large deck with table for outdoor dinning and outdoor wood burning fireplace. The amazingly clear and deep waters of the main body of Rock Creek. A large fenced in yard allows Mom and Dad the opportunity relax on the porch swing and watch the kids and puppies play. When you’re ready to go down to the lake, a gentle walk leads you to the boat dock with swim pier and double jet-ski lifts. You’ll definitely want to take advantage of the large stainless gas grill enjoy your meal in the lakeside gazebo with picnic table and double glider. The house also has a state or the art security system with external cameras. With all these extraordinary amenities and accommodations for up to 10 people, you’ll want to come every season to Cody’s Cabin. Keywords: Cabin lake, lake house, smith lake , lewis smith lake, crane hill, rock creek ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18970000/18968000/18967988/18d3146d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hannah's Hideaway-3 Miles To Stores, Restaurants, Sleeps 16, No Steps To water! 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Maximum of 2 dogs. absolutely NO CATS, I am HIGHLY ALLERGIC! If you have never used a gas stove or gas grill please call for instructions before using. Do NOT leave any trash on the property. Please do not remove any of the furnishings from the house. Return all outdoor furniture to its place prior to leaving. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Note from host: Per Pet. Non Disclosure $150 Penalty ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### Property is also known as Cabin Amazing Log On The Water Amazing Log Cabin on the Water! Cabin Amazing Log Cabin on the Water! Crane Hill Amazing Log Cabin on the Water! Cabin Crane Hill ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.04310%2C-87.13845&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lYJQQQKe7LFujcYmWgrjUs1X-qI=) Crane Hill, AL #### What's nearby - Dowling Memorial Park - 23 min drive - 8.4 miles - Tiger Field - 28 min drive - 10.2 miles - Houston Historic Jail - 39 min drive - 16.3 miles - Stoney Lonesome OHV Park - 46 min drive - 20.7 miles - Clarkson Covered Bridge - 50 min drive - 22.2 miles #### Restaurants - ‪La Plaza Bonita - ‬27 min drive - ‪The Grille At Trident Marina - ‬21 min drive - ‪Arley Coffee Shop - ‬28 min drive - ‪hotdog hut - ‬20 min drive - ‪Middle Of Meek - ‬27 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Amazing Log Cabin on the Water! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Amazing Log Cabin on the Water!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Amazing Log Cabin on the Water!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Amazing Log Cabin on the Water! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Lewis Smith Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Dowling Memorial Park and Tiger Field. Speegle's Marina and Houston Historic Jail are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Amazing Log Cabin on the Water! Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 127 8 - Good 18 6 - Okay 6 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 2 ### 9.2/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea F. 9 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Cabin! Cody’s Cabin is a beautiful cabin nestled in the woods with beautiful views! We had a wonderful time and enjoyed our stay with our family and fur babies! ![View from the den](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e43838d8-2e29-468d-8603-22c3dce48dc6-1752104969006.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Beautiful den](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cac14a84-e071-415d-8fe7-f9209451be7a-1752104968641.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![View walking to the dock](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/70ea831f-0efa-4abc-bb04-998d5d44e32b-1752104968782.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![House at night from the dock](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/4de24630-15f8-48e4-9ada-0b7492e7732f-1752104968422.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Andrea F. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda G. 8 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved the Location Cabin was as described. Two couples with 6 kids (ages 3-11) cabin easily accommodated. Loved the fenced yard which worked great for the little kids and the two dogs.We also really enjoyed the dock for swimming and playing in the water. The ice machine was great to have!We would definitely book again. ##### Linda G. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Derrick C. 14 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice weekend Nice quiet secluded and very safe area , everyone had a great time. ##### Derrick C. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia N. 22 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Cabin and location was great. Will definitely be back. ##### Cynthia N. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alice C. 25 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great, pet-friendly cabin! The property was perfect for bringing our dogs! Great outdoor space, fenced yard and dock. We were able to go for walks around the surrounding farmland which the dogs loved. When you think of a cabin, this is the picture in the dictionary - everything is wood and dark. It was rather chilly while we were there so we played lots of games and watched movies. The television was not the most updated but we really only used it at night. The owner was very responsive and helpful. ##### Alice C. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emery H. 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Tine Perfect place for family of 10. Very nice rooms and very relaxing den. Would be a great place to stay as a winter weekend get-a-way! ##### Emery H. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Celia S. 7 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stsy The property was lovely and the house gorgeous. We had a blast. ##### Celia S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erin P. 3 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house We loved our stay. Being able to bring our pets was a huge plus. House was clean, well stocked and in a great location. I would definitely stay here again! ##### Erin P. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### david b., Grenada 25 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy cabin on the lake Very clean and comfortable . ##### david b. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendi S. 8 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Weekend Beautiful home perfect for our 3 days at Rock the South. Loved every minute! ##### Wendi S. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holly R. 9 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great getaway Perfect spot to relax and enjoy the lake. Being able to bring the pups was awesome. Thank you for sharing your lake place with us for a few days. ##### Holly R. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tara G. 25 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cody’s Cabin The property manager brought us firewood on a Sunday. He was awesome. We loved the cabin as advertised. The location was awesome. We will go back and stay for sure. ##### Tara G. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shawn P. 14 Dec 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Perfect social distancing from the outside world. ##### Shawn P. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James B. 29 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a great peaceful getaway My family and I stayed here for a long weekend getaway. Much needed family time that we never take the time to do. Couldn’t have asked for a better place. The swings on the back porch and gazebo with a lake view were so peaceful. Very nice quiet area. The cabin itself was awesome, beds were very comfortable. Would rent again for sure. Good communication with owner, seems like a great guy! ##### James B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Thomas P. 12 Apr 2021 Liked: Check-in, location #### Cabin on the Lake Everything was fine. Furniture is a little old and uncomfortable. Everything worked and no major problem. Everyone had a king bed and their own bathroom, which was a big plus. ##### Thomas P. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zach B. 10 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fall break at Smith Lake Very clean property. Comfortable cabin. Kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals. Kids had fun swimming on the dock - too cold for me. Dogs had a blast too and the fenced-in backyard made it more enjoyable not having to worry about dogs wandering off. Enjoyed outdoor fireplace at night and cooked s'mores with family. Rented a boat from local marina and had a good time enjoying the beautiful scenery. Overall great trip to Smith Lake ##### Zach B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 4 Aug 2011 #### Awesome family retreat, everything is beautiful, comfortable and special!!! Our family just spent the week at Cody's Cabin! Wow, one could not ask for more fun in the water, sunbathing, playing games on the large Dining Room table, watching a movie and relaxing. This is a most special place with every convenience! Love the decor of the interior and the splendid outdoor views. Home is very child friendly for our grandchildren. Loved every minute! KPL PS: The Owner was considerate and kind in checking to see if we found everything in good order. ### 6/10 Okay #### patricia s. 29 Oct 2022 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness, communication #### Siblings reunion We loved the cabin but it was really hard to find. Also the place hadn't been cleaned in a while. Pots and pans and dishes were dirty. Dishwasher was not working ##### patricia s. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy L. 5 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for annual family trip to Lake! My family really enjoyed this rental! It was easy to get too and loved that the pier was not far from the house with very little steps down to water. Plenty of parking for our 5 cars. Some of our family had to drive 2 cars due to work and was worried about parking but there was plenty of room. The house was very clean, very spacious, and we loved having 3 King size beds! I loved it was pet friendly. The fence is not conducive to small dogs as they may can get out through boards. There is one place on fence where a board has come off but we managed to put a chair there to keep our dogs from finding it. We had medium to large size dogs and it was nice to not have to worry every time we let them out. The kitchen is very well stocked with more than enough dishes, glasses, cups, pots, pans, cookware, crockpot, coffee pots(2), etc.....You do need to bring your own liquid dish soap if you like to wash some bigger items instead of using up space in dish washer. They do provide you with plenty of dishwasher pods though. You also need to bring own hand soap. Some lake rentals provide it and some don't. I meant to bring some but forgot it , but our daughter was able to bring us some, so it wasn't a problem for us. Communication with owners were very easy and prompt. We loved that the living room furniture was VERY comfortable with enough seating for our family. Some beds were more comfortable than others but we do not expect it to be like you are at home. Having large bedrooms with 3 kings, 3 bathrooms , plus the loft was Great! I also loved that the outdoor grill was large, new, and under the covered front porch , especially since it was raining during our stay! It worked great and had plenty of propane. We rented a boat from Triple Creek Marina that was very close. They even delivered boat to us which was great! We Would definitely stay here again. Thanks for sharing your home with us so we could have family time on the lake. ##### Nancy L. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Kelsey B. 4 Jan 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Fire hazards, mice, poop on pillows, and no hot water My family opted to do a cabin for what was likely our last Christmas together (father has cancer). Upon arrival, we saw mice, lightbulbs were out, and smoke detectors were dead. We contacted the property manager and spoke to the owner about these issues. We thought things had been resolved, but, throughout the entire weekend, smoke detectors continued to die, and we kept seeing mice and finding poop on pillows, beds, and in the kitchen and cabinets. We also had no hot water in the primary master due to the tankless water heater being located outside and severe cold temps (which is why most are inside), and the faucet in another bathroom was broken. When we brought the hot water issue to the owner, he dismissed this and stated there were 2 other bathrooms and to just use them. We traveled a long ways to this place and other similar/surrounding options were booked due to the holiday so relocating was not accessible. Because of this and being told the detectors would work, we stayed. Our disastrous weekend ended when we emergency evacuated at 5AM due to smoke filling the cabin - NONE of the smoke alarms went off. We opened doors to ventilate the smoke while we evacuated ourselves and major belongings. By the time the fire department arrived, nearly 45 minutes later, a lot of the initial smoke was gone. The FD said if we had not called, the entire house would have caught on fire and burnt down within hours due to an electrical fire in the crawl space under the house. Luckily, one of our group woke everyone or this could have been far worse since none of the detectors sounded. The owner was unresponsive for hours after this emergency despite multiple attempts to reach him. When he finally responded, he minimized how severe this incident was and could have been. We selected this cabin because of its overall reviews, but, I should have read the owner's responses to anything less than 5 stars - they are passive aggressive and dismissive - which was the same trend to every problem we encountered. I’m glad to have my family home and intact. ##### Kelsey B. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thad G. 23 Dec 2015 #### Wonderful Property Cody's Cabin is a great vacation spot on Smith Lake. Adults will enjoy the spacious floorpan, well equipped kitchen (with a gas grill on the adjacent porch), three bedrooms with king-sized beds, each with a private or semi-private bath. There is a nice porch facing the lake with a large deck and outdoor fireplace below. A path leads from the deck to the Gazebo on the rock cliff over the water, and then to the ramp to the floating pier. The owner is very helpful and knowledgable about area attractions and can assist with guided fishing tours, boat rentals, hiking, kayaking and off-road adventures. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and plan to visit again next year. I wanted to take a moment to comment on some of the other reviews. Smith Lake was constructed back in the 60s as a watershed for power generation. It has developed over the years from a fishing lake to a recreational lake, and the properties along the lake reflect all eras of development. That is why you can see a million dollar property with a trailer next to it. It is all part of it, and rarely detracts from the stunning views of the granite rock faces along the lake. The other thing to note is that the cabin is named for the owner's dog. The owner brings his dog to the lake. He does not allow guests to bring pets because of the damage they can do. This is not unusual - I have found this situation at many vacation rentals across the country. I did not find any evidence of a dog being in the house - no pet hair, etc., and I had no problem with allergies - and I'm allergic to dogs & cats. I would also point out that remote homes are not on public sewage systems - they are on private septic systems. I know this is hard for urbanites to comprehend, but most of us familiar with vacation rentals know how to handle a septic tank - what can be put in it and what can't , and why there are limits on the number of occupants based on the size of the septic system. The owner communicated the fact that the house was on a septic system when I rented. As to the cameras, there was a camera at the front and back door facing away from the house - part of the owner's security system. I didn't have any issues with this and did not feel as though I was being "spied upon," but then again, I didn't do anything I shouldn't have been doing in the first place. I hope that this review is helpful to you. ##### Thad G. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda A. 8 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family house hunting get away We brought our fur baby and parents to help us find our forever home on the lake and we did! Larry was so sweet and accommodating to us as we had to extend our stay for inspections. One of the best host we’ve dealt with! Thank you so much. ##### Amanda A. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Curtis W. 6 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Pet Friendly Home This place is not perfect. But is is close - for us. There is a little dust. It is very pet friendly, with a super convenient fenced back yard that corrals both a small dog and a young child. There is not a speck of paint inside - the interior is natural wood finish top bottom and sides. The decor is “lodge” — charming, warm, and relaxing. We enjoy the waterside covered table and glider swing, as well as the wooden geck just out the back door - snores in its brick fireplace. Three spacious bedrooms downstairs with three bathrooms — two dedicated and one shared with the main living area. The kitchen was well stocked with appliances, kitchenware and spices — we used a bit and left some new. The water is deep one step off shore. But the ground slopes gently to the water - No Cliffs! Many properties have high cliff faces on this lake. The house and proper facilitated a Great week with family, and we would look forward to staying here again! ##### Curtis W. Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Pam M. 30 Dec 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Beautiful lake. Nice area. ##### Pam M. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Faye N. 11 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Memorial Gathering For Loved Ones Our family of seven gathers once or twice a year to celebrate our grandson and oldest son's lives. The outside area was so pleasant. We enjoyed the rockers and swings very much. Having two coffee pots for this coffee-drinking family was a big plus. This is a time of remembrance and reflection for all of us. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Cody's Cabin. Our host was so kind and accommodating. He allowed us to bring our dogs, which we greatly appreciated. The cabin is beautiful. We loved that the king bedrooms are on the same floor. We wished we could use the hot tub, but in all fairness, it was not listed in the accommodations. The bedroom and bathroom doors need some work, as they are hard to open and close/lock, but we made it work. ##### Faye N. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024