Captain's Quarters - lakeside patio fire pit

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A wooden deck with outdoor furniture overlooking a lake, a dock, and a forested area.
A two-story wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by trees and a stone retaining wall.
A rustic kitchen with wooden ceiling, stone walls, and a central island with bar stools.
A cozy cabin interior with a gray sectional sofa, wooden floors, a ceiling fan, and a large window overlooking a scenic view.
A wooden cabin interior with a dining area, kitchen, and large windows overlooking a lake.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Foosball onsite
    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lewis Smith Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Arley, AL
  • Place, Lewis Smith Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Natural Bridge Park
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Ave Maria Grotto
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Arley

Located in Arley, this vacation home is on a lake. Houston Historic Jail and Clarkson Covered Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lewis Smith Lake and Tiger Field. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming 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
  • Natural Bridge Park - 51 min drive - 69.0 km
  • WildWater Cullman - 53 min drive - 67.9 km
  • Heritage Park Cullman - 54 min drive - 68.9 km
  • Ave Maria Grotto - 56 min drive - 71.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Arley Coffee Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Plaza Bonita - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Soda Shop 41 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Middle Of Meek - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ducan - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Captain's Quarters - lakeside patio fire pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Captain's Quarters - lakeside patio fire pit?

As of Nov 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Captain's Quarters - lakeside patio fire pit on Jan 24, 2027 start from $578, 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 Captain's Quarters - lakeside patio fire pit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Captain's Quarters - lakeside patio fire pit?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Captain's Quarters - lakeside patio fire pit located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lewis Smith Lake and within 12 mi (20 km) of Tiger Field and Houston Historic Jail. Bankhead National Forest and Dowling Memorial Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, would rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 28, 2026
Thank you for the 5‑star review. We're glad Captain's Quarters met your expectations and that you'd rent again. We appreciate you choosing Smith Lake Rentals and would welcome you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake weekend

Great family friendly place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas in Paradise

We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Relaxing Fall Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pros-The home was a beautiful cabin style with plenty of room, comfortable furnishings, and a gorgeous view. Listing pics were accurate. Stocked kitchen, plenty of towels and extra bedding for our stay. Very helpful management service when we realized the water heater had neglected to be turned on for the guests. (Maybe that fact should go in the con list as well.) It was addressed within 30 minutes and all was well. The ping pong table was a big hit with our family. We enjoyed the beautiful cabin ambiance and the spacious deck. The outdoor furnishings were comfortable and enhanced the experience. Cons- As seen in a previous review, the area around the fire pit and hillside looked as if the property was abandoned. The shrubbery and grasses were overgrown and in desperate need of maintenance. There were two young pines growing that were already beginning to obstruct the view from the bottom deck and the dry grass growing in the pavers around the fire pit made us nervous while using it. The path down was slanted and stone steps had no railing to brace yourself on. The light switch for the pit area was by the pit area which was tricky because you wanted to kill the lights down there before going inside, but at the same time needed the lighting to see how to get back up safely. The driveway entrance could have used some landscaping attention as well making it more easily seen. The trash had to be disposed of a short distance away from the house which was mildly inconvenient. The driveway is on a slant. Nothing too steep, but good to know if it is winter weather. The road into the property was curvy and felt more like one lane than two. I prayed we didn’t meet another car. The charcoal BBQ grill provided was nice, but it was off to itself. It would have been better if the grill master could join everyone else on the deck area while grilling. The only bedroom upstairs was the primary. The steps to the second level had a couple of tall steps you had to be mindf
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was perfect for our family of four and could definitely accommodate more people comfortably. The kids stayed in the basement and enjoyed the table tennis and foosball.The house was well kept, with the exception of the patio space down by the firepit, which had weeds growing over it. Another small thing to note is that you may need to bring your own grilling tools. They seemed to be missing from the property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 25, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay on Smith Lake and had fun with the table tennis and foosball tables. Since your visit, our landscaping team has taken care of the weeds, and we’ll also double-check the grilling tools—if they’re missing, we’ll be sure to replace them right away. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Overall, we had an enjoyable Father’s Day weekend with family. There doesn’t seem to be adequate reviews for this home. I find them to be very helpful when spending a lot of hard earned dollars. Hopefully this will help others in making a decision on renting or not renting this home.Pros: The cabin was overall clean. More than enough space for the amount of people we had (9). Two living areas was nice to have. The kids enjoyed foosball. The decking has been updated since pictures were taken. Downstairs air keeps it cold at night for cozy sleeping. Wonderful view of the lake and great spot for floating by the dock. Deep water off dock. Cons: Although it is advertised as “no pets allowed”, there have been pets here as evidenced by the white dog all over entry rug and other areas. The family members with allergies also had itchy skin and noses. There is a leather chair with 10 pieces of upholstery tape in living room. Just get a new one. As stated in the pros, the cabin was overall clean and new decking installed, but the grounds of this cabin have not been well maintained. There are weeds as tall as the balcony and growing all in the walkway and staircase. The outdoor furniture on the bottom deck is falling apart. The dock needs a scrub. It could be a beautiful cabin but the lack of care on the outside makes it fall short - a juxtaposition to the well-maintained. For the 2k for 3 nights, more care should be given to the property. It has potential to be great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to the main water channel along with quick access to tributaries and fingers on the west side.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2026
Thank you for the 5‑star review. We're glad the location gave you easy access to the main channel and the nearby tributaries and fingers on the west side. Thanks for choosing Smith Lake Rentals; we'd welcome you back.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 6, 2025
Thank you for staying with us and for your rating! We’re glad you enjoyed your visit. If there’s anything we could have done to make your stay a perfect 10, we’d love to hear your feedback so we can keep improving. We hope to host you again soon!
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