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Family Friendly Serene Lakefront Retreat w/Private Boat Dock

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Golden hour views
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Cullman, AL
  • Place, Lewis Smith Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Lake Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, WildWater Cullman
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Primary Bedroom Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Family Friendly Serene Lakefront Retreat w/Private Boat Dock

Welcome to our retreat the Emerald Den! Escape the daily demands of life, among the trees and shoreline of beautiful Lewis Smith Lake. A location that provides all the modern comforts of home - open living space, full kitchen, washer/dryer, Wifi , with the opportunity to unplug and enjoy the serenity of lake life.
The Den provides plenty of room for families or friends to spread out. Lighted stairs lead down to a large floating dock with power, swim ladder and year round water, offers everything you need for a memorable getaway and unforgettable vacation.
You will be close to plenty of dining, shops, and activities just 15 minutes from the city of Cullman,. If you're looking to venture further, Huntsville and Birmingham are both about an hour away.
• Bedrooms: 3 bedrooms (1 king, 1 queen, 1 twin over full bunk and day bed), plus a cozy loft.
• Bathrooms: 2 full bathrooms, stocked w/ towels and essentials.
• Waterfront Paradise: Enjoy direct lake access w/ your private boat dock and swimming area.
• Outdoor Living: Sip your morning coffee on the spacious back porch w/ stunning lake views.
• Entertainment: The loft is perfect for family game nights, and a smart TV with streaming options is available.
• Kitchen: Fully-equipped kitchen with modern appliances for all your cooking needs.
• Outdoor Activities: Cast a line and fish from the dock, swim in the clear waters, or explore the lake by boat. Smith lake park and boat launch 10 min away
• Location: Conveniently close to movie theaters, bowling alleys, shopping centers, putt putt ( in season) , water park ( in season), Starbucks, restaurants and 3 different groceries for your convenience 15 minutes away.

Please note - for security purposes there are external cameras with audio/video on the property. All cameras are pointed away from the house and only cover the outside of the home.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:30 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 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets need to be approved
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Please make sure if you used the Lily Pad one the dock, it is tied up and secure on the dock, before departure.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Cullman

Located in Cullman, this vacation home is near a water park and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lewis Smith Lake and Smith Lake Park, while Cullman County Museum and Evelyn Burrow Museum are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider WildWater Cullman and Funzone. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and motor boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Cullman, AL

What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Smith Lake Park - 12 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Heritage Park Cullman - 19 min drive - 18.6 km
  • WildWater Cullman - 20 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Stone Bridge Farms - 26 min drive - 23.7 km

Getting around

  • Huntsville International Airport (HSV) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Drifters On The Lake - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Jack's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bubba Rito's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Whitlock's Cafe - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Friendly Serene Lakefront Retreat w/Private Boat Dock pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Family Friendly Serene Lakefront Retreat w/Private Boat Dock ?

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Friendly Serene Lakefront Retreat w/Private Boat Dock on Jun 15, 2026 start from $174, 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-out at Family Friendly Serene Lakefront Retreat w/Private Boat Dock ?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Family Friendly Serene Lakefront Retreat w/Private Boat Dock located?

This family-friendly Cullman vacation home is located on a lake, steps from Lewis Smith Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Smith Lake Park and Cullman Golf Course. WildWater Cullman and Funzone are also within 12 mi (20 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. 17 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!! Would highly recommend for families!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawson M.

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

Great place to stay!

We would stay here all the time! Such a nice place, stocked well, very clean and everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shonda C.

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

Wonderful vacation

We had a great time. It was a great little place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty R.

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

Memorial Day

Great location, quiet, peaceful yet close to town….everything we hoped for. Lots of steps but worth the climb.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was good.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Omar F.

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

Great place!

We stayed here to visit the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament. Beautiful property and area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Deanna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was welcoming and responsive prior to our arrival. The home was spacious and kitchen well supplied. Setting was beautiful and the loft room was a nice space to chill. There were some areas that could use a little TLC in and around the home (caulking and tile work in showers, walls painted, leaf management in driveway and parking area), but overall a very nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Faith V.

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

Weekend Getaway!!!

Place was great just the steps to the dock was a challenge
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BamaMike101

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

Great place to visit

Location was perfect at the end of a cul de sac. House was new and clean. If you can handle the stairs down to the lake this place is for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan B.

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

Great vacation!

We enjoyed our stay! The home was beautiful and well stocked. Although there were a lot of stairs to the water, it was a quiet and peaceful cove once on the dock. The driveway was large enough to accommodate our boat and vehicle. Overall, a good experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

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

Weekday get away.

Everything was nice. The beds and pillows were very comfortable. Kitchen had every thing we needed. Best part was it was dog friendly. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher T.

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

Exactly what we needed.

A group of adult couples stayed for the weekend. The house was perfect for a weekend getaway. We will be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

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

Lovely mid-week stay!

We stayed at The Emerald Den for a quick, last minute get-away for our kid’s fall break and had the best, most relaxing time. The hosts had everything you might need available in the home and the lake was gorgeous. We spent most of our time fishing and kid’s swimming off the dock and it was just so relaxing! It was our first time at Smith Lake and most certainly won’t be our last!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Chester B.

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

Excellent location

We truly enjoyed our stay. It is a beautiful home and was perfect for our needs. Our only issue during our stay was the bedding hadn’t been changed from previous guests although we did request a very early check in which the host was gracious enough to allow. This may have
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Steven A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Had to cancel when arrived due to not being cleaned from the prior tenant. I did get a full refund and the process was seamless. The owner offered to put us up for the night, however we declined and found another house on the lake. We had just traveled 6 hours with 3 young children.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda H.

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

Wonderful family reunion

We rented the home for out of town relatives for a family reunion since our lake home is nearby. The home was clean and kitchen well stocked. Grandkids slept in bunk room and loft. Everyone enjoyed staying at the lake home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Wonderful Stay

We truly enjoyed our stay at the Emerald Den. The lake house and location were very nice. Staying on a lake is a very pleasant experience. The house itself was in great shape with all the amenities one might need or want. The host was very responsive to my questions and requests. Thank you so much to opening up your house to guests.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candi D.

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

Weekend getaway

It was perfect. The house was so nice .. We had everything we needed and more. The teenagers had plenty of room . we loved the lake it was so peaceful and absolutely gorgeous . We can't wait to be able to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

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

Quick family get away

My first ever VRBO experience and I couldn’t have picked a better place. The hosts were amazing and super quick to reply with anything we needed. We had a nice little welcome treat and a card thanking us for booking. It’s the little things that mean the most. Very quiet and comfy stay. Will def be booking the Emerald Den again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

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

Enjoyable stay

Chad was super responsive to all of our questions. We had everything we needed during our stay. Having a dock was great . We spent a day playing in the water and another on the lake with a rented boat. It was super convenient to be able to pull up to the dock and go check on our dog and grab a few things although the stairs are not for the faint at heart. We saw them as our daily exercise. We really enjoyed our stay. rented bost
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim C.

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

Girls trip

The cabin is very large and spacious with all kinds of things to do nearby with a great view of the lake. The only issue we had was ice maker froze over so I had to buy ice. The owner told me where to go and gave us a discount as well which was very nice. I would suggest adding baking casserole dishes to the well stocked kitchen. I did alot of cooking while there so that was the main thing needed that they didn't have. Easy to find and super nice owners left us a goody basket with lots of treats!! Would stay here again! Thanks for sharing your place with us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kristie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by The Libutti's

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We are a New Orleans family that loves our city the Big Easy, but our lake house serves as a retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It's a place where we can disconnect from screens, deadlines, and stress and reconnect with nature and each other.

Why they chose this property

We decided to build the Emerald Den for our family and friends for a multitude of reasons, all rooted in our desire to create a space that would foster togetherness, relaxation, and unforgettable memories. Our was to have a place where we could spend quality time with our family and closest friends. Life can get busy, and we wanted a sanctuary where we could escape the daily grind and strengthen our bonds. We are delighted to share this with you and hope you get the same joy we do visiting the Den!

What makes this property unique

We built this property from scratch, we were able to design the property to be an ideal setting for celebrating special occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, holidays or just a weekend get away. It allows us to gather with loved ones in a beautiful and relaxed atmosphere, and being able to share those same ideals with your family is our honor.
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