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"JUST STEPS TO THE WATER" Sleeps 18 • Private Launch • Nearly ¼-Mile Shoreline

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A lakeside property with a house, dock, and surrounding trees.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lewis Smith Lake
7 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Crane Hill, AL
  • Place, Lewis Smith Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Lake Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Apartment Lakeside

1 Queen Bed

Apartment Master

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs 2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs 3

1 King Bed

Upstairs 4

2 Double Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Apartment Guest

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Apartment Master

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Main 1/2 Bath

Toilet

Master Main Level

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs Jack and Jill Guest Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Upstairs Jack and Jill with Shampoo Station

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

"JUST STEPS TO THE WATER" Sleeps 18 • Private Launch • Nearly ¼-Mile Shoreline

**SPACIOUS SMITH LAKE RETREAT – MAIN HOUSE + PRIVATE 2BR/2BA APARTMENT – SLEEPS 18**

Bring the whole family and experience Smith Lake from a property with room for everyone! This unique lake retreat includes the **entire main house plus a separate 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment**, accommodating up to **18 guests** with multiple living areas, incredible lake views, and plenty of space to spread out.

But the amenities... **WOW!**

Enjoy **almost 1/4 mile of Smith Lake shoreline**, deep water, a boat dock with a **covered guest boat slip**, covered entertainment pavilion, private park, private boat launch, and excellent fishing and swimming—all just steps from the house.

The property is located on the **main channel of Smith Lake but tucked back into a private cove**, giving you convenient access to the lake while helping protect the property from the noise and waves of passing boat traffic. You're also just a short boat ride from **Smith Lake Park, Big Bridge, and several area marinas**.

### THE MAIN HOUSE

The spacious main house is designed for large families and groups, with plenty of room to gather together and plenty of room to get away when you want some quiet time.

Sleeping accommodations in the main house include:

* **3 bedrooms with queen-size beds**
* **1 bedroom with a king-size bed**
* **1 bedroom with 2 double beds**

The main level features a **large living area with huge windows overlooking Smith Lake**, providing beautiful views and plenty of natural light.

There is also a second spacious living area upstairs, along with a **game area stocked with several games** and a separate **reading area**—perfect for kids and adults to have their own spaces.

### A KITCHEN MADE FOR A CROWD

The main kitchen is ready for large family meals and features an impressive **48-inch FiveStar gourmet gas range with 6 burners, a built-in griddle, and double ovens**.

Whether you're cooking a big breakfast before a day on the water or preparing dinner for the entire group, you'll have plenty of cooking capacity.

The home also features a **large dining area** with plenty of room for family meals and gatherings.

Step outside onto the **large patio overlooking the lake**, a great place for morning coffee, relaxing in the evening, or simply enjoying the view.

Prefer to cook outside? **Charcoal grills are provided for guest use**, so fire up the grill for burgers, steaks, fresh-caught fish, or a family cookout by the lake.

The main house also includes a **large pull-through garage**, providing convenient covered access and additional space.

### PRIVATE 2-BEDROOM, 2-BATH APARTMENT

Located beneath the large patio is a completely separate **2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment** with its **own exclusive private entrance and no interior access between the apartment and the main house**.

This is a great setup for grandparents, another family, adult children, or couples who want to vacation together while still having their own private space.

The apartment features:

* **2 bedrooms, each with a queen-size bed**
* **Pullout sofa bed**
* **2 full bathrooms**
* Living room
* Dining area
* Laundry
* Separate private entrance
* Separate parking area

### ROOM FOR UP TO 18 GUESTS

Between the main house and private apartment, the property offers **7 bedrooms** plus the apartment's pullout sofa and can accommodate **up to 18 guests**.

**Sleeping arrangements include:**

* **1 king bed**
* **5 queen beds**
* **2 double beds**
* **1 pullout sofa bed**

It's an excellent setup for **large families, multiple families traveling together, family reunions, lake vacations, and group getaways**.

### BRING YOUR BOAT!

Boaters will especially appreciate having everything they need right on the property.

Guests have access to a **private paved boat launch, trailer parking, and a covered boat slip at the dock reserved for guest use**. Launch your boat when you arrive, park your trailer on the property, and keep your boat **under cover at the dock throughout your stay** so you're ready to hit the water whenever you want.

The private paved boat launch is available for guest use; however, **4-wheel drive is recommended/required for launching** due to the grade.

### YOUR OWN SMITH LAKE GETAWAY

The outdoor amenities are what truly set this property apart.

Guests have access to:

* **Almost 1/4 mile of Smith Lake shoreline**
* **Deep-water lake access**
* **Boat dock with covered guest boat slip**
* **Private paved boat launch**
* **Trailer parking**
* **Covered entertainment pavilion**
* **Private park**
* **Charcoal grills for outdoor cooking**
* **Excellent fishing**
* **Great swimming**
* **Large patio overlooking the lake**

Spend the morning fishing, swim in the deep water, take the boat out for the afternoon, then come back and fire up the charcoal grills for dinner by the lake.

### HIGH-SPEED FIBER INTERNET

Need to stay connected? The property has **high-speed fiber internet with approximately 300 Mbps download AND 300 Mbps upload speeds**, making it great for streaming, gaming, video calls, remote work, and keeping multiple devices connected.

### A GREAT LOCATION ON SMITH LAKE

Enjoy the privacy of your own cove without giving up quick access to the main lake. Take the boat out for the day, fish from the dock, swim in the deep water, relax under the pavilion, enjoy the private park, or simply sit back and take in the lake views.

With the **main house, private apartment, accommodations for up to 18 guests, nearly 1/4 mile of shoreline, deep water, covered guest boat slip, private boat launch, pavilion, private park, gourmet kitchen, outdoor grills, and multiple living areas**, this is much more than just a place to sleep—it's a place for the whole family to experience Smith Lake together.

**Doyle Real Estate Policy**

Payment is required at the time of booking and is fully refundable if canceled at least 30 days prior to the arrival date.

Minimum age to rent this property is **25 years**.

Maximum occupancy is **18 guests**.

This is a **non-smoking property. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.**

**Check-In:** 4:00 PM
**Check-Out:** 11:00 AM

Access codes and check-in information will be provided on the day of arrival.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Please inquire before booking
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 1554844
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 and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Crane Hill

Located in Crane Hill, this vacation home is near a water park and on the waterfront. Speegle's Marina and Funzone are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit WildWater Cullman and Sportsman Lake Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Crane Hill, AL

What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Smith Lake Park - 23 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Cullman County Museum - 35 min drive - 36.1 km
  • Ave Maria Grotto - 38 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament - 52 min drive - 55.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Drifters On The Lake - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Whitlock's Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Grille At Trident Marina - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Rock Cafe - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Whitlock's Cafe - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "JUST STEPS TO THE WATER" Sleeps 18 • Private Launch • Nearly ¼-Mile Shoreline pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at "JUST STEPS TO THE WATER" Sleeps 18 • Private Launch • Nearly ¼-Mile Shoreline?

As of Sep 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "JUST STEPS TO THE WATER" Sleeps 18 • Private Launch • Nearly ¼-Mile Shoreline on Nov 27, 2026 start from $815, 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 "JUST STEPS TO THE WATER" Sleeps 18 • Private Launch • Nearly ¼-Mile Shoreline?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "JUST STEPS TO THE WATER" Sleeps 18 • Private Launch • Nearly ¼-Mile Shoreline?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "JUST STEPS TO THE WATER" Sleeps 18 • Private Launch • Nearly ¼-Mile Shoreline located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Lewis Smith Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Speegle's Marina and Smith Lake Park. Dowling Memorial Park and Clarkson Covered Bridge are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 68 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great private lake spot!

We spent a week here and had a blast. The dock was awesome to spend time on and fish. If you do fish be sure to bring a net. Believe me, you’re going to hook some big ones.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Consider the steep decline/incline of the driveway. Not everyone will have a vehicle that can access the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a special place!

My wife and I had the privilege of staying at this beautiful home. The owners were kind and inviting and showed us around the property. The view of the lake was absolutely breathtaking. We ate meals looking out the window at the scenery. We had our pontoon boat and put it in at Smith Lake Park which was about 3-5mi down the road. We would come back here for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Basically this property blew our minds! The garden of Eden! The pics and description pale in comparison to the experience! Honestly was NOT at all what we expected. It’s truly incredible that this place is even a Vrbo option. What a special gift that will not last long. I’m pretty sure that even our dog cried when we left lol. This place is officially forever a core memory for our family. It was like a beautiful dream that we’ll one day look back on and question if it actually happened at all. If we could stay forever, we would.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

breathtaking

The view was breathtaking and the grounds were well kept and had place to grill and sit in a park. Great for entertaining and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Felt Like Home On The Lake

The property and its owners J&D are amazing. The downstairs apartment was just a 100 feet from the beautiful boat dock. The apartment was quiet with kitchen, family room, two bathrooms, and two bedrooms. For large boat owners, I highly recommend launching at Smith Lake Park, which is a 10 minute boat ride, because the drive into the property is very steep. This is our favorite place to stay on the Smith Lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We would stay here again for sure!

We totally enjoyed our stay. You could not ask for more friendly owners. They live there onsite and will answer if you knock if you have any questions. Sweet Couple. the place is beautiful we could use the whole dock with our boat pulled in and 2 jet skis tied to the side. Tons of waterfront to explore. They allowed our dog and we are very thankful for that. The driveway is steep but we did fine in a Truck loading the jet skis. Thanks again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property lovely owners

We throughly enjoyed our stay! The property is beautiful and meticulously maintained! Great lake access and very peaceful and private. The owners Jonas and Doris were lovely and accommodated our every need. Thanks for allowing our pups to come! They loved roaming the property and swimming in the lake.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, quiet and secluded

We LOVE this property and will stay again! We did not bring a boat but the property manager let us know several days in advance that if we brought a boat, we would need 4WD to put in the water at the boat ramp. The property is beautiful! The house is spacious and had all utensils we needed. It was very clean! The owners, Jonas and Doris were nice and kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best spot on the lake!

Highly recommended, great location and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Fun times had by all

Friendly owner who was on-site and greeted us right away to make sure we had what we needed. Awesome location on the cove, lots of privacy. Super steep driveway, need to have a car or truck that can climb a very steep hill. We plan on staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful lake experience

Beautiful lakefront property. The owners Jonas and Doris couldn't have been nicer. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Crane Hill

Loved the landlord.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellence at its best

All of our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Jonas and Doris were a pleasure to meet. We spent a good bit of time with them and enjoyed every minute. Both of them met us as soon as we got there and let us know that if we had any problems to let them know. Will definitely be going back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Peaceful getaway

Everything was great, views are amazing. Nice getaway during a busy season for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, steep for boats, minor issues

We stayed at the property for a fishing tournament. Very convenient for being directly on the lake. The owners are wonderful and my review has nothing negative to say about them. We were towing a boat and the directions given to us by the property manager had us using a very narrow, steep, gravel driveway to access the property. Our vehicle was 4 wheel drive and yet we were sliding! Very scary! There are actually paved driveways we could have used which the owner told us about after we arrived. If you plan on bringing a boat be aware it is very difficult to navigate the space provided as everything is on a very steep incline. Bring chocks for your boat trailer. The house needs some minor upgrades. The oven was cooking well over 50 degrees. We had to throw out one meal. The couch is peeling causing pleather to stick to you and your clothes. It gets everywhere. Hopefully they will replace or cover it. We had to lay blankets over the couch to sit down. The “futon” is not a futon and really only sleeps one. It will tip over if you lay on one side. Maybe ok for small kids. Kitchen utensils are minimum and some need replacing. It could use a deep cleaning. The surface areas were clean but other areas were not. Several of the warm blankets smelled like dogs. Had to wash some before using them. The boat dock electrical outlets are not working. You have to run extension cords up to main pavilion to charge boat. Bring a couple of long ones! The property itself is beautiful! While these things were minor I wouldn’t be opposed to staying here again. Again the owners are precious! These issues were told to property manager so hopefully they will be addressed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely wonderful property!

We had a great time over Thanksgiving. The property was beautiful plus we had access to the grounds. My elderly parents stayed with us and the property was well equipped for them. That was a very nice perk.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Smith Lake Getaway

The property was beautiful, watching boats go by was fun, and Jonas and his wife that own the house are so nice. We had a great trip and enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Wonderful facility

We enjoyed our stay and the home owners were a blessing.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful view

The grounds of this property are beautiful! Such a pleasure to walk out each morning and soak it all in!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Stay on Smith Lake

This was our second stay & it couldn’t have been better.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

We stayed Labor Day weekend 2021 and it was just perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location

This property was perfect for us. The owners are super friendly and very accommodating. The property is awesome with paths that make getting to the boat dock easy. The pavilion was perfect for taking a break from the sun but still being outside close to the water. We would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful setting

You’d have trouble finding a place on the lake with more shoreline. It’s quiet and peaceful. We loved jumping off the dock into the water. The owners are very friendly.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property

The property is very nice on a good location at Smith Lake. The location is not very steep, making it good for Families with children. Recommended to anyone wanting to get away for a while.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

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