10/10 Excellent
Allison W.
14 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Allison W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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Smith Lake Fishing & Family Retreat - Private Dock, Calm Cove, Fire Pit, & Kayak
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Reviews
10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 111500 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Double Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Smith Lake Fishing & Family Retreat - Private Dock, Calm Cove, Fire Pit, & Kayak
Tucked away at the end of a quiet, private cove on beautiful Smith Lake, this charming vintage cottage offers the perfect blend of peace, nature, and classic lake-life charm. Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a fishing trip, or a relaxing weekend with friends, this is a place to truly unplug and unwind.
The cottage features 4 cozy bedrooms with plenty of space for everyone to spread out comfortably (2 king beds, 3 full beds, and 1 twin). Warm, inviting spaces and lake views create a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that feels like home the moment you arrive.
Just 14 steps from the back door, you’ll find your private dock, ideal for fishing, swimming, or launching a kayak. Smith Lake is known for its excellent fishing, and the calm waters of the cove make it especially peaceful and family-friendly. We provide 4 kayaks (2 adult and 2 child-sized) so guests of all ages can explore the lake at their own pace. Bringing a boat? You’re welcome to bring your own or rent one nearby—there’s an easy marina launch and room to dock right at the cottage.
After a day on the water, gather around the lakeside fire pit and enjoy quiet evenings under the stars, listening to the gentle sounds of the lake. It’s the kind of setting that invites slow mornings, long conversations, and memories you’ll want to come back to.
Good to know: Like many Smith Lake properties, the cottage is accessed by a .2-mile inclined driveway. It’s a bit of a trek—but the privacy, peaceful setting, and lakefront experience make it well worth it.
If you’re looking for a tranquil Smith Lake escape with great fishing, calm waters, and true cottage charm, this is the place!
The cottage features 4 cozy bedrooms with plenty of space for everyone to spread out comfortably (2 king beds, 3 full beds, and 1 twin). Warm, inviting spaces and lake views create a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that feels like home the moment you arrive.
Just 14 steps from the back door, you’ll find your private dock, ideal for fishing, swimming, or launching a kayak. Smith Lake is known for its excellent fishing, and the calm waters of the cove make it especially peaceful and family-friendly. We provide 4 kayaks (2 adult and 2 child-sized) so guests of all ages can explore the lake at their own pace. Bringing a boat? You’re welcome to bring your own or rent one nearby—there’s an easy marina launch and room to dock right at the cottage.
After a day on the water, gather around the lakeside fire pit and enjoy quiet evenings under the stars, listening to the gentle sounds of the lake. It’s the kind of setting that invites slow mornings, long conversations, and memories you’ll want to come back to.
Good to know: Like many Smith Lake properties, the cottage is accessed by a .2-mile inclined driveway. It’s a bit of a trek—but the privacy, peaceful setting, and lakefront experience make it well worth it.
If you’re looking for a tranquil Smith Lake escape with great fishing, calm waters, and true cottage charm, this is the place!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Crane Hill
Located in Crane Hill, this cottage is on the waterfront. Lewis Smith Lake and Dowling Memorial Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include WildWater Cullman and Funzone. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, water tubing and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
Crane Hill, AL
What's nearby
- Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Smith Lake Park - 27 min drive - 21.5 km
- WildWater Cullman - 39 min drive - 41.6 km
- Stone Bridge Farms - 46 min drive - 41.7 km
- Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament - 60 min drive - 61.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Drifters On The Lake - 25 min drive
- Whitlock's Cafe - 24 min drive
- The Grille At Trident Marina - 25 min drive
- Kat Daddy's - 32 min drive
- Tubbs' Redneck Yatch Club - 39 min drive
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Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
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Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
David E.
23 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David E.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Blake H.
19 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Blake H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Denise B.
27 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Denise B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert C.
30 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Robert C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nadine K.
29 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nadine K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gina V.
29 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gina V.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
omar m.
10 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
omar m.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lauren B.
19 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent vacation
Lauren B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jayci P.
6 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jayci P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
BOBBIE B.
4 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BOBBIE B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen V.
17 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake house
Karen V.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Jackie S.
8 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Nice area not so great tv streaming
Jackie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Catherine S.
1 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Hideaway
Catherine S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kyle S.
8 Feb 2026
Kyle S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Selvin C.
1 Feb 2026
Selvin C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Samantha H.
14 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Samantha H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Daniel L.
9 Jul 2025
Daniel L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jessica A.
22 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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About the host
Hosted by Morgan Kenney
We’re originally from the Midwest and moved south about 15 years ago, where we’ve loved raising our family and embracing the slower, more meaningful pace of Southern life. Family time and shared experiences mean everything to us, and some of our favorite memories have been made on trips just like this one.
We purchased this cottage with the hope that it would be a place where other families and friends could unplug, spend time together, and create memories of their own—whether that’s fishing off the dock, paddling the cove, or enjoying quiet evenings by the fire. Hosting allows us to share a place that’s brought us so much joy, and we love knowing it can be part of your story, too.
We purchased this cottage with the hope that it would be a place where other families and friends could unplug, spend time together, and create memories of their own—whether that’s fishing off the dock, paddling the cove, or enjoying quiet evenings by the fire. Hosting allows us to share a place that’s brought us so much joy, and we love knowing it can be part of your story, too.
Why they chose this property
We fell in love with Smith Lake the moment we found it. Having grown up around lakes in the North, we missed that lifestyle after moving south—and Smith Lake felt like coming home. It truly is a little slice of heaven.
Beyond the beauty of the lake itself, the community here is incredibly welcoming. Neighbors look out for one another, the pace is peaceful, and the quiet coves make it easy to relax and reconnect with nature. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to slow down, stay awhile, and come back year after year.
Beyond the beauty of the lake itself, the community here is incredibly welcoming. Neighbors look out for one another, the pace is peaceful, and the quiet coves make it easy to relax and reconnect with nature. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to slow down, stay awhile, and come back year after year.
What makes this property unique
Our cottage is tucked away off the main path in its own secluded cove, offering a rare combination of lakefront living and total tranquility. You get all the fun of being on the lake—swimming, fishing, boating—without the noise or traffic of busy waters.
The calm cove provides a sense of privacy that’s hard to find, making it easy to truly relax and enjoy nature all around you. Whether you’re casting a line from the dock, floating in the water, or watching the lake wake up in the morning, it feels peaceful, personal, and completely removed from the rush of everyday life.
The calm cove provides a sense of privacy that’s hard to find, making it easy to truly relax and enjoy nature all around you. Whether you’re casting a line from the dock, floating in the water, or watching the lake wake up in the morning, it feels peaceful, personal, and completely removed from the rush of everyday life.
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