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Lakefront — Walk to Water — Fire Pit — WiFi — Grill

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Available September through March only
Available September through March only
Front porch

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Crane Hill, AL
  • Place, Lewis Smith Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith Lake Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Heritage Park Cullman
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Lakefront — Walk to Water — Fire Pit — WiFi — Grill

✨Welcome to Blūstone at Smith Lake✨

Stylish cottage located in Crane Hill on 1.5 acres. Perfect for a couples getaway or small family. Lakeview from the porch and firepit. Boat dock with swim platform for fun on the water (seasonal*)!

Other features you’ll enjoy:
WiFi
Smart lock
Roku TVs
String lights
Easy lake access
Comfy beds & linens
Tile showers
Tankless water heater
Washer & dryer
Propane infrared grill (propane provided)
Kayaks, swim mat, cornhole, life jackets
Hot tub (Available September - March only)


**This property has “seasonal” water levels due to Smith Lake Dam, which means water levels vary throughout the year.

January - February : Water levels low

March - Water levels start to rise (usually good for kayaking by mid-end March)

April - July: Water levels full. Good for boating and swimming

August - September: Water levels lower, but good for swimming.

October - December: Water levels low

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please empty the water tank for the dryer (if used) located in the top left corner.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Smoking or vaping is not allowed inside the home. A $500 fee will be charged for smoking in the home. You may smoke outside – please use the ashtray.
Please treat the space as you would your own. Place trash in designated bins. Excessive mess may result in an additional cleaning fee.
Do not move or rearrange furniture without permission. Do not remove any items from the home - missing items will result in a fee for replacement.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4643655vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Crane Hill

Crane Hill is home to this cottage. Clarkson Covered Bridge and Houston Historic Jail are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Speegle's Marina and Cullman Golf Course. WildWater Cullman and Funzone are also worth visiting.
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Crane Hill, AL

What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Smith Lake Park - 22 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Heritage Park Cullman - 31 min drive - 37.3 km
  • WildWater Cullman - 32 min drive - 38.4 km
  • Sportsman Lake Park - 34 min drive - 46.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Grille At Trident Marina - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪hotdog hut - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hitching Post The Rest-N-Eat - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Grille at Trident Marina - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Chef Troy's - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront — Walk to Water — Fire Pit — WiFi — Grill pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakefront — Walk to Water — Fire Pit — WiFi — Grill?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront — Walk to Water — Fire Pit — WiFi — Grill?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront — Walk to Water — Fire Pit — WiFi — Grill?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront — Walk to Water — Fire Pit — WiFi — Grill located?

Situated in Crane Hill, this cottage is steps from Lewis Smith Lake and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Dowling Memorial Park. Bankhead National Forest and Speegle's Marina are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the décor, bed amazingly comfortable, very clean, quiet environment
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very clean and well maintained. It had good views and the aesthetic was beautiful exactly as the post showed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was quiet, peaceful and serene. Just what we needed to get away for a few days. The house was beyond clean and everything worked as expected. The hot tub was great after some hikes in the cold weather!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rick c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
basically used as a home base for family events in the areakitchen was well equipped and we made many a meal there. heating and cooling very good , outdoor area has plenty of elbow room, close to cullman for any food stuffs.wifi very good, all around fit our needs would rent again,also host is excellent
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

amy r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a cute, well maintained little gem. Such a cute little space with all the amenities you could need! It is a perfect couples or small family getaway! The linens and the house were fresh and clean! 10 out of 10! Definitely will book again! Host was great in communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was much better than the pictures can show. Beautiful location, everything was exactly as described or better. The owners were very responsive and made the entire process a breeze. I would highly recommend giving this place a try
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I wanted to take our oldest son (11y) on an end of summer trip and this place did not disappoint! Check in instructions were super simple and stepping into the cabin you could tell it was very clean, smelled good, and was well taken care of. My husband, our son, and myself often commented on how well thought out this property was and even got some great ideas for our own home. Would 20/10 recommend for a quick family trip. We had a great time! Check out instructions were equally as simple! We also broke into all of the games and had such a blast with “you laugh, you lose” - Wednesday, Chris, and Ryker
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul, 2025
Chris and his family were great! We would love to host them again. Note: there seems to be a glitch/error with my review of Chris. We gave him five stars for every category, but VRBO shows that I gave him four stars for following the house rules, which is not true. Chris and his family definitely followed all the rules. 5/5 guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betsy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

About the host

Hosted by Derek Williams

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