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On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 143000 sq ft
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Cullman, AL
- Place, Lewis Smith Lake1 min walk
- Place, Smith Lake Park4 min walk
- Place, WildWater Cullman18 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Loft
2 Single Beds
Master Bedroom (main level) sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Nautical Bedroom (lower level) sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
Patriot Room (main level) sleeps 2
2 Single Beds
Sleeper Sofa (lower level) sleeps 2
1 Double Futon
SummerCamp (lower level) sleeps 4
4 Single Bunk Beds
3 bathrooms
Lower
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Main
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Master Bath
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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
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
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 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
Cullman
Located in Cullman, this holiday home is on the waterfront. 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. Consider Stone Bridge Farms for a night out or WildWater Cullman if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.

Cullman, AL
What's nearby
- Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Smith Lake Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Heritage Park Cullman - 17 min drive - 17.9 km
- WildWater Cullman - 18 min drive - 19.0 km
- Sportsman Lake Park - 20 min drive - 22.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Drifters On The Lake - 7 min drive
- Wendy's - 17 min drive
- McDonald's - 20 min drive
- Jack's - 20 min drive
- Dunkin' - 20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
8 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary M.
28 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kat G.
1 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kat G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tim M.
5 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tim M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christi B.
3 Aug, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christi B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Wanda D.
14 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wanda D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brandi H.
17 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brandi H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth R.
14 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kenneth R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Keith K.
17 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Keith K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica J.
27 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jessica J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Angel L.
18 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mother’s Day weekend
Angel L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christina M.
24 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Getaway
Christina M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gary W.
2 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday gathering place
Gary W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rick E.
23 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing tourney
Rick E.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sawyer W.
6 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
On a whim
Sawyer W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Colleen R.
13 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend!
Colleen R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steven L.
30 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chris
Steven L.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cassie B.
16 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bonds Christmas
Cassie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
harold m.
3 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Place Ever!!!
harold m.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Norrisa C.
28 May, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday Vaca
Norrisa C.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karmen S.
11 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Decorated nicely! Fits in with the lake!




Karmen S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan J.
2 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving fun
Susan J.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mary M.
18 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would stay again
Mary M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Libby B.
20 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake House
Libby B.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelley S.
27 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Kelley S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
About the host
Hosted by William M Dorner
Why they chose this property
We purchased a lake house on Smith Lake, because we have enjoyed visiting and doing all the lake offers over the past few years. We knew that others would enjoy it too.
What makes this property unique
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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