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A lakeside cabin with a covered dock and a boat.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a lake, surrounded by trees and a rocky shoreline.
A spacious room with large windows, a ceiling fan, and a foosball table.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, an oven, and a dishwasher. There are two stools at the island.
A hallway with a wooden door, a welcome sign, a bench, and a view of a staircase.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lewis Smith Lake

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Crane Hill, AL
  • Place, Lewis Smith Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Lake Park
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Ave Maria Grotto
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1, main level

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2, upper level

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3, upper level

1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Double Futon and 2 Twin Beds

Living Room Sleeper Sofa

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1, main level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2, upper level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Crane Hill

Located in Crane Hill, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Speegle's Marina and Cullman Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lewis Smith Lake and Dowling Memorial Park. Consider Stone Bridge Farms for a night out or WildWater Cullman if you're traveling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking.
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Crane Hill, AL

What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Smith Lake Park - 38 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Ave Maria Grotto - 53 min drive - 59.5 km
  • Wallace State Community College - 54 min drive - 62.7 km
  • Stone Bridge Farms - 55 min drive - 56.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Grille At Trident Marina - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kat Daddy's BBQ & Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Ducan - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Cold Springs Grill - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Hitching Post The Rest-N-Eat - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage in the Cove - Privacy / View / Screened Porch / Outdoor Cooking / Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage in the Cove - Privacy / View / Screened Porch / Outdoor Cooking / Dock?

As of Nov 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage in the Cove - Privacy / View / Screened Porch / Outdoor Cooking / Dock on Nov 10, 2026 start from $297, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage in the Cove - Privacy / View / Screened Porch / Outdoor Cooking / Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage in the Cove - Privacy / View / Screened Porch / Outdoor Cooking / Dock?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Cottage in the Cove - Privacy / View / Screened Porch / Outdoor Cooking / Dock located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is steps from Lewis Smith Lake and 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Dowling Memorial Park. Tiger Field and Stoney Lonesome OHV Park are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, house has everything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family property for weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed our time, being able to see the stars on a clear night is amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfy. We had 4 adults and 5 kids. Beds were nice. I appreciated the items provided- detergent/soaps/garbage bags/etc. This house was very woodsy. I liked the trail to dock. Less steps than our house last summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here! The cottage was the best we ever seen stocked! The beds were a little rough but over all we truly loved the home and can’t wait to return during the summer!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy, and very well equipped. We enjoy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family weekend

Great place with very attentive owner.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5th year in a row and it never disappoints! There is always something new in the home or on the dock to make your time there fabulous! 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location. I especially enjoyed the view, the cozy bedrooms, and the big screened in porch was the highlight. Perfect for the rainy weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location on the water

Great weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our Stay !

We are in love with this location ! The owner was the best at all times and we have truly enjoyed our time at the lake .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the third time we used Julie's place. It is well-equipped, nicely furnished and comfortable. The views from the decks are spectacular. Julie is an excellent host -- responsive and accommodating. The huge screened porch is a real attraction, with a ping pong table, fuzzball, hammocks, plus ample seating, and table and chairs -- a great place just to hang out. We put the dock and boats to good use. The cove shelters it from noisy lake traffic. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 29, 2026
I am so glad you had a nice visit! Thank you for all of the kind words and I hope you can come back soon!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home away from home

Great owner with thoughtful amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Had a wonderful Thanksgiving. The house had everything we needed and the paddle boat was the best.

Very easy check in
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 30, 2020
I’m glad that you had a nice thanksgiving. Please let us know if we can do anything to improve.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

WONDERFUL

Totally worth the getaway to this home away from home!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic

The home and view are fabulous. The house is set up great with everything you need for your stay. We’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Guest

Good place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was fabulous! We loved everything about the house. It was a quick trip, but we enjoyed. Our son had a great race in the state championship. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home to spend time with family. The steps down to the water was the only thing we all had problems with. Other than that, wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

Great cozy cottage on the lake it was wonderful place to stay. The stairs to the water was a work out but worth it. The house was clean and it had every thing we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this house. Had a group of 7 adults and it worked perfect for us. Sitting on the deck looking at the lake was magical. Took a nap on the hammock in the screened in porch. Had fun playing ping pong and foosball. Very well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Great amenities! Very well stocked. The stairs to go down to the lake were difficult for an out of shape 61-year-old, but good exercise. Great for nature lovers as it is secluded and surrounded by various “critters”! Enjoyed making fun family memories!
Sitting on the dock
Great Lily pad
S’mores!
View of the house from water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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