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Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8

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A wooden deck with two red Adirondack chairs facing a lake with boats and docks.
A building with a metal fence and trees in the background.
A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a television.
A cabin with a blue roof, surrounded by trees, near a body of water.
A bedroom with a large bed, two armchairs, a side table, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lewis Smith Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Arley, AL
  • Place, Lewis Smith Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ave Maria Grotto
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Smith Lake Park
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Arley

Located in Arley, this holiday home is on a lake. Crooked Creek Civil War Museum and Cullman County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sportsman Lake Park and WildWater Cullman. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, waterskiing and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Arley, AL

What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ave Maria Grotto - 43 min drive - 54.6 km
  • Smith Lake Park - 47 min drive - 39.2 km
  • Stone Bridge Farms - 49 min drive - 62.9 km
  • Wallace State Community College - 49 min drive - 66.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Arley Coffee Shop - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪La Plaza Bonita - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Middle Of Meek - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Smith's Bar-B-Q - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Sonny's Catfish Cafe - ‬38 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8 located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lewis Smith Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Dowling Memorial Park and Tiger Field. Houston Historic Jail and Clarkson Covered Bridge are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and peaceful all while offering plenty of entertainment for kids!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view of the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had much fun and the property view is amazing and it is very clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was everything we hoped for. We just wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second year. We love it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic cabin in a fantastic location. Clean. Easily accessible. Nice spot on the lake for kids to swim and play without worrying about excessive traffic on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every detail was covered! It was a wonderful few days on the lake. Cooking great food, watching movies, playing games, and swimming off the dock were all amazing experiences for our family, including a 15 month old! Great times!!! Thank you so much - we can’t wait to return next summer!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Solid location, excellent view and very spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great property! We loved paddleboarding and kayaking, and the views were beautiful. The porch facing the lake was extensive, and had lots of seating for enjoying the view. We also found the check out process to be easy. A bonus for us was that there was lots of parking. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Property!

We loved our stay here! Perfect remote getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it! Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place, lots of room for the kids to play. We stayed 4 nights June 1-5, 2026. We fished, swam, kayaked and paddle boarded. Nice and peaceful location. We didn’t experience one bad thing. Easy Checkin/Checkout. Nice big deck for relaxing and cooking. Will definitely be going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay with great views of the lake. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very beautiful, but in the middle of nowhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place!

Beautiful lake house, great views, house was very roomy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We chose Smith Lake to celebrate our son beating cancer because of his love for fishing. The home was perfect for our needs as a family of seven. There was plenty of space for everyone. The area was very peaceful. Most of our time was spent swimming and fishing from the dock. The paddle boards were a bonus. We highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect weekend getaway

This was the perfect, quite get a way for Labor Day weekend. We would absolutely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were beyond pleased with our host, their property, and our stay. The pictures and description are accurate and the point out on the lake is better than the pictures! The kitchen and house is fully equipped with everything you need. The hosts were very quick to respond and address all of our questions and any accommodations we needed. We highly recommend this property, and we plan on visiting here again.
The sunrise view from the porch
The view of the point and firepit from the porch
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Getaway

We had the best time, cooking, visiting, and sitting by the water at this beautiful retreat. Everything was as described, and the scenery was magical.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Cabin

Very nice beautiful view
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot on the lake! Well stocked home. Easy communication with host. My husband, kids and I all had a blast! Incredible lake views!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rest and Relaxation

Wonderful property tucked away in a secluded nook offering ample opportunities for family fun. We enjoyed sitting on the deck and looking at a great view of the lake. The hosts were easy to communicate with and provided everything we needed for rest and relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was enjoyable to stay. Beds comfortable . We cooked and grilled . Sat on deck and look at the lake. Roasted marshmellows on bond fire.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet Home Alabama

The property was pefect for our stay. We are building a home in Arley and have stayed at two other locations on Smith Lake prior to this one. This will be the one we plan to stay at again. The rental is fantastic and the views are amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Smith lake trip

Very nice place. We liked the view we had everything we needed in the house
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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