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Barney's Bluff pet-friendly reserve + pontoon opt

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2 Slip boathouse on deep water
Sunroom's comfy gathering area
Welcome to Barney's Bluff!
2022 22-ft Sun Tracker pontoon boat. Only available for rent to Barney's guests!
Bright, spacious and well equipped kitchen with additional prep sink.
Reviews
10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 92650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Crane Hill, AL
  • Popular LocationLewis Smith Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationWildWater Cullman42 min drive
  • Popular LocationSmith Lake Park44 min drive
  • AirportBirmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)70 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Barney's Bluff pet-friendly reserve + pontoon opt

Updated single story modern lake home w/2 slip boathouse/swim dock with new pontoon boat available for rent to Barney's guests only. Nestled in calm, clear, deep-water cove, this home is packed with extras for family and friends to gather and enjoy the lake. Swim, kayak, paddleboard, fish, boat, grill. Enjoy the amazing deck with panoramic views and the spacious sunroom atop the bluff. Wifi/Roku, games, parking, pet-friendly w/fenced yard. Highly sought after lake location with clean water and little boat traffic. Great for families w/kids.

Barney's Bluff is a renovated (2022) single story home with all new furniture, flooring, bathroom cabinets and fixtures, paint and accessories. We named this house after our beloved pooch, Barney, who loves to sit on the rocks along the bluff overlooking the lake. The featured sunroom is another favorite spot of his, so when it gets hot outside, he can keep a comfortable eye on all the lake activities.

This home has a large master bedroom with king bed, attached bathroom with shower, jetted tub and walk-in closet. The master suite includes a Roku TV, dressers, night stands, comfortable reading chair, and large shuttered windows which flood the room with light.

The well-stocked kitchen has plenty of counter space including a center island with vegetable sink. The dining room and coffee station are attached to the kitchen and these three areas can be closed off from the adjacent living room via sliding glass pocket doors in the dining room wall. The large dining room table can accommodate 8 people and the kitchen bar area has two padded stools. Adjacent to the dining room you will also find a very functional laundry/mud room with large capacity washer/dryer and a convenient sink.

The spacious living room has plenty of comfortable seating with a reclining couch and three reclining swivel chairs. Cabinets are full of books and games for all ages and there is even a large computer desk with great views for those who have to get some work done.

One guest bedroom has a queen bed, dresser, night stands, closet, Roku TV and locking privacy door. Another guest bedroom has two bunk beds, dresser, closet and locking privacy door. This room is ideal for kids. The guest bathroom is located between the two guest bedrooms and adjacent to the living room. This bathroom has a shower/tub combo, twin vanities with sinks and medicine cabinets, a toilet and a linen closet.

The featured space in the home is the sunroom, which is surrounded by glass doors and has panoramic views of the lake. This room has a bar (no sink) with most cocktail accessories, a 60-inch Roku TV, large gathering/game table with 8 chairs, comfortable padded patio furniture, cornhole boards, a poker set and other goodies.

The sunroom opens to the huge new composite deck with a spacious table and chairs for eating, drinking and lounging. There's a new propane gas grill with padded patio chairs under a sunshade, as well as a firepit area overlooking the bluff that seats 8 people (wood provided). The deck is gated so you can set some boundaries for the kids or pets as needed.

Wood stairs lead from the deck down to the boat/swim dock. There are 44 steps (which includes two landing/resting areas with chairs) between the deck and the ramp to the dock. The dock will have another flight of stairs between the ramp and the platform on the water. You will likely find a paddleboard, tandem kayak and a variety of other water toys at the dock, including a brand new 22-foot Sun Tracker pontoon boat with 150 HP motor! This immaculate boat is only available for rent (additional fees apply) to Barney's guests along with an optional 3-person towable tube (comes with a 60-ft rope and rope performance ball). The boat features 4 swivel fishing chairs, live well cushy leather loungers and of course an adjustable Captain's chair. Stay cool under the shade of the electronic Bimini cover and enjoy ample additional amenities that is sure to enhance your boating adventure. Contact Tim via email for more boat rental information.

A 5-foot high gated fence encloses one side of the house so that your furry companions can enjoy the deck, dock and water by your side without worrying that they will wander off or mingle with the other local critters. There is a convenient pet "clean-up" station and other pet amenities in this area as well.

Barney's front parking area has room for three standard to large sized vehicles. There is a large sloped gravel/dirt parking area behind the detached garage (garage is not accessible for Guests) that is available as well. This area is great for larger vehicles turning around, especially if you brought a boat or trailer because the turning radius for vehicles with trailers is limited in the front area. The larger side parking area can prove difficult when the ground is wet due to muddy/slippery conditions along the slope.

All TV’s are set up to stream at 70 MB (maximum download) with many free channels including 75+ live Roku channels. You can also login with your own streaming account. Steaming has been reported to slow down to 15 MB (download) when there are many devices streaming or the weather is bad and sometimes for no known reason.

Property manager

Tim Morgen
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 4 total
The pet fee is accessed per week (7 nights)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
If your pet causes damage to the home/property/furniture you may be charged up to $1000.00 for cleaning/repairs/replacement of damaged items.
Late checkouts will be charged $50.00 per hour including any portion of an hour. Minimum late checkout fee is $50.00.
• No diving allowed from the boat dock ramp.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Crane Hill

Located in Crane Hill, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The Lily Pond an Art Gallery & Tea Room and Crooked Creek Civil War Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include WildWater Cullman and Funzone. With kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Map
Crane Hill, AL

What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk
  • Heritage Park Cullman - 41 min drive
  • WildWater Cullman - 42 min drive
  • Smith Lake Park - 44 min drive
  • Sportsman Lake Park - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cold Springs Grill - 30 min drive
  • Butterbeans - 53 min drive
  • Kat Daddy's BBQ & Grill Co. - 18 min drive
  • Simply Southern Catering - 30 min drive
  • The Grille - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Barney's Bluff pet-friendly reserve + pontoon opt pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Barney's Bluff pet-friendly reserve + pontoon opt?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Barney's Bluff pet-friendly reserve + pontoon opt?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Barney's Bluff pet-friendly reserve + pontoon opt located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lewis Smith Lake and within 20 miles (32 km) of Tiger Field and Smith Lake Park. Cullman Golf Course and Clarkson Covered Bridge are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B., madison, usa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect lake house with all the amenities l!
You really can’t ask for more than what Barney’s Bluff has to offer. While we always come prepared with everything we need to enjoy the lake, at Barney’s you can almost leave everything at home except your wallet, tooth brush, food, swimsuit and a change of clothes and Barney’s provides everything else you need to have a great time on Smith Lake. Floats, life jackets, dog life vests, kayak, paddle board, pontoon available for rent, fully equipped kitchen, extra swim towels, lounge chairs, rocking chairs, gas grill, fire pit, board games, books, internet, smart tvs, washer & dryer, fenced area for pets, etc. The home and all amenities were well taken care of as well. One word of caution: if you trailer your boat, once you get to the last turn (right before you turn onto CR 187) pull over and walk the short distance down the gravel road to make sure your trailer backing skills are sufficient to get turned around. We loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ila P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Barney’s Bluff Great Experience
We loved our stay at Barney’s bluff. The house and property was well maintained and clean. The owners went above and beyond to make you feel welcome. The house was well stocked, and the layout was perfect. We especially loved the sunroom and porches. Our children had a wonderful time swimming, riding the kayak and paddle board, and fishing. The dock had nice shade and was great to stay at throughout the day. It was a relaxing vacation, and we highly recommend the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sujata D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stay
We loved our stay at Barney’s Bluff! Wonderful location on the lake. Very kid and pet friendly. Looking forward to going back in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
In our 10 years of staying in vacation rentals, Barney’s Bluff was by far our favorite. Loved the details, like the comfy bedding, coffee bar, bright and colorful decor and furnishings, robes, games, and the snacks with welcome note. That 4 seasons room! Didn’t want to leave it. Just wish the screens on the sliding doors were repaired so we could enjoy the fresh air while sitting there. And the fire pit wood was too wet to attempt a fire. Was there kindling because we couldn’t find it. But those still didn’t take away from our pure enjoyment of this place. Thank u for allowing a teacher and her husband a relaxing Spring Break!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family getaway!
This property was absolutely perfect for a short weekend getaway! The house was very clean and comfortable. The hosts have gone way above and beyond to make sure that you have just about anything you could possibly need or want during your stay. It was honestly like going to stay at a home away home. Communication was great and everything far exceeded my expectations!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tim Morgen

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I like to fish. One of my lifelong dreams has been to own a lake home so I could walk out my back door and bass fish or perhaps hop in my boat or jetski and take off for an afternoon cruise. So I purchased a lakeside retreat home on Smith Lake. Most of the time I live at the "farm" in Colorado Springs, CO with my wife Karen. We have two dogs, Allie and Barney, along with three cats and about 20 chickens.

I have owned and run my own structural engineering business since 2001 and Karen does the books for our company. We decided to pursue other interests now that we have a few grandkids and engineering can get both stressful and mundane after 20 years. Living on a beautiful, pristine lake part time and sharing it with others who have a similar passion for fishing and watersports just made sense. I think if you come as our guest to "Barney's Bluff" you will find them as amazing and enjoyable as we have. And feel free to bring your four-legged pals with you.

Why they chose this property

Wide open and quiet location with access to boats and jet skis on deep water cove.

What makes this property unique

Perfect combination of solitude, lake views and access to clean water area.

Languages:

English

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