The Gathering Place: Big Lakehouse/Covered Dock/Fiber/Tankless WH/Game RM/EV CHG

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.
A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a bedside lamp, and a window with curtains.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with wooden chairs, and a living room with a leather sofa and decorative pillows.
An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a view of trees and a body of water.
A wooden staircase leading down to a body of water, surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lewis Smith Lake
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cullman, AL
  • Place, Lewis Smith Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Lake Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

+2
6 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Gathering Place: Big Lakehouse/Covered Dock/Fiber/Tankless WH/Game RM/EV CHG

Bring the whole family to this great place with lots of room for fun. Relax and enjoy the view of the lake, swim off the boat dock, and even keep your personal boat there. The house is within 10 minutes of Smith Lake Park, so a boat ramp is easily accessible. You will have everything to enjoy a peaceful time on the lake from fully appointed kitchen to fiber internet. Enjoy fishing from the floating dock, sit by the fire pit, or relax and watch the sunset. Tankless water heater for big groups!
There is a nice pool table, air hockey table, and foosball table in the game room. All are full size tournament style tables.


THE SPACE
The house is really big (3900sqft including the finished basement)
Every room has a smart TV and 4 of the bedrooms have king beds with the other one having 6 twin beds. The master bedroom and the basement both have views of the water from the rooms. There are patios on the basement and the main level that overlook the water.
There is also a set of washer / dryers on the main level as well as another set in the basement allowing you to keep up with the laundry on big trips.


GUEST ACCESS:
Guests have access to everything aside from the cleaning / owner closet.
Check in / check out is keyless locks with door codes The guests are able to do everything on their own.
We added 4 kayaks that the guest can rent for the duration of their stay for $100 flat fee for all 4.
(The small rental fee is the only way we’ve found to keep offering them long-term. When they were simply left open for everyone, we had issues with some guests abusing them, leaving them out, and losing paddles. Renting them separately helps make sure they’re used by guests who actually want them and will take care of them, while keeping the price reasonable for those who do.)


OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
As with some lake houses, the driveway is steep. However, we have added a parking lot at street level that is perfectly level and can accommodate multiple trucks and boats as well as other vehicles. The upper parking lot has stairs down to the house that allow easy access. There is also a two car garage that is accessible if needed.

We have installed a Level 2 EV Charger. It is a J1772 connector (non Tesla) and charges at 50A. We also provide the adapter to charge Teslas.

We also have other lake houses on Smith and Guntersville Lakes:
https://www.vrbo.com/2473402
https://www.vrbo.com/1600060

And we have Huntsville houses:
https://www.vrbo.com/3734142
https://www.vrbo.com/3960683
https://www.vrbo.com/4968675

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 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: less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Max of 14 guests at the property at any time.
Contact us if you have a pet larger than 20lbs or are requesting bringing more than one pet. We make exceptions depending on breed and circumstances.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3094465vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Cullman

Located in Cullman, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Speegle's Marina and Cullman Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit WildWater Cullman and Funzone. Consider Stone Bridge Farms for a night out or Sportsman Lake Park if you're travelling with kids. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Cullman, AL

What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Smith Lake Park - 11 min drive - 7.4 km
  • WildWater Cullman - 21 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Stone Bridge Farms - 28 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament - 40 min drive - 46.5 km

Getting around

  • Huntsville International Airport (HSV) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Drifters On The Lake - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Jack's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Whitlock's Cafe - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gathering Place: Big Lakehouse/Covered Dock/Fiber/Tankless WH/Game RM/EV CHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gathering Place: Big Lakehouse/Covered Dock/Fiber/Tankless WH/Game RM/EV CHG?

As of 20 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gathering Place: Big Lakehouse/Covered Dock/Fiber/Tankless WH/Game RM/EV CHG on 6 Jan, 2027 start from S$1,488, 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 at The Gathering Place: Big Lakehouse/Covered Dock/Fiber/Tankless WH/Game RM/EV CHG?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Gathering Place: Big Lakehouse/Covered Dock/Fiber/Tankless WH/Game RM/EV CHG?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gathering Place: Big Lakehouse/Covered Dock/Fiber/Tankless WH/Game RM/EV CHG?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Gathering Place: Big Lakehouse/Covered Dock/Fiber/Tankless WH/Game RM/EV CHG located?

This family-friendly Cullman holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Lewis Smith Lake and within 9 mi (15 km) of Smith Lake Park and Speegle's Marina. WildWater Cullman and Funzone are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Ben and Lela Boggess

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