Hidden Gem On Smith Lake

Arley, Alabama
$287 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to Hidden Gem on Smith Lake. A mountain lovin' girl married to a lake lovin' boy found the perfect home to fit both of our loves. Hidden Gem provides guests the feeling of being nestled in a mountain cabin retreat while being located on beautiful Smith Lake. Our home has brought many Woosah (defi: tell someone to calm down and relax) moments for us that we would like to extend to you.
This cabin is our family's vacation spot, but we would love to share with others when we are notthere. Hidden Gem is a 3 bedroom 2 bath log cabin nestled in a cove located on the main channel in the central part of the lake. It is perfect for families with small children who want a secluded spot to swim or fish without worrying about boat traffic. The home is located just minutes from Duncan Marina (where boat rentals are available).
The upstairs loft boasts a fantastic owners suite with a queen size bed, private bath with a spa inspired shower and relaxing sitting area with large flat screen TV, DVD player, and Wii play station. Downstairs hosts the remaining two bedrooms, bathroom, living room, and kitchen and dining area. Bedroom 1 consists of full size bunk beds, twin day bed with trundle twin bed, Tv and dvd player. Bedroom 2 has queen size bed, 65” smart tv and washer and dryer are located in this room. The living room has all leather furniture, flat screen TV, DVD player. There is a large video library available for your viewing enjoyment.
The kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, including a gas stove, fridge, microwave, toaster, and coffee maker. There are also utensils and spices available for the avid cookers who like to whip up delicious meals! A charcoal grill is available for the grill masters as well.
In addition to lake access from our 10 X10 swim pier, our home is located across the street from the neighborhood rec area that has a tennis court, basketball court, and football/soccer field. We do offer the use of any equipment we have (soccer ball, tennis racquets and balls, basketball, archery equipment) for our guest to use during their stay.
The neighborhood boat launch is located just over 1/2 mile from our home and there is space available to store you trailer at the house.
The outside of the house has a sloping walk way down to the swim pier. We offer a canoe, paddle board and aqua lily pad for guest to use for their enjoyment while here. There is a large fire pit for you to huddle around during the cool fall evenings and make s'mores or just enjoy some music from the outdoor speaker available. Or you might just want to enjoy some quiet reading time in the hammock that overlooks the lake. During chilly winter months you may just want to cozy up around the wood burning stove in the living room with a book or movie. The relaxing options are endless!
This home has been a wonderful place for our family to relax and reconnect, we hope that you will enjoy it as much as we have. We look forward to having you as guest in our home and sharing in your own Woosah moments!
(Is considered seasonal water and water levels fall low in late fall through the winter. There is no cable, but Wifi is available.)

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Fishing Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Pickleball Court Power Boating Nearby Swimming Nearby Tennis On Site Water Skiing Nearby Water Sports Equipment Water Tubing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Games Video Library Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Playground Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Andrew P.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2026

    Stayed Jun 12, 2026

    Beautiful home in a great location. Very peaceful. The host was very responsive and friendly. Highly recommend Hidden Gem!

  • Bridgett S.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2026

    Stayed Jun 4, 2026

    Great cabin!!! Very clean, and had everything possible we needed!!!

  • Weston T.

    Submitted May 25, 2026

    Stayed May 22, 2026

    Very nice place. Perfect for our needs. Well stocked. Enjoyed our stay!

  • James W.

    Submitted May 10, 2026

    Stayed May 8, 2026

    This place was so beautiful and so peaceful. The host had everything you could want there, and much more. We will definitely be back.

  • Richard R.

    Submitted May 5, 2026

    Stayed Apr 24, 2026

    Beautiful lay out well organized and clean, would go back again.

  • David P.

    Submitted May 4, 2026

    Stayed May 1, 2026

    Great place for quiet lake weekend. kitchen well stocked. road in / out kind of challenging in large sprinter van so take your time

  • Josh R.

    Submitted Apr 20, 2026

    Stayed Apr 17, 2026

    The place is absolutely amazing. My entire family fell in love with it and we plan to book another stay later this year.

  • Natalie B.

    Submitted Mar 24, 2026

    Stayed Mar 20, 2026

    This property is truly a hidden gem! Very modern, clean and comfortable. There were so many board games, movies and outdoor games that we were all well entertained. There is a nice walking trail around the rec area across the street and pickle ball courts. It was very easy for us to launch our boat in the neighborhood launch and tie up at the property's pier. We enjoyed everything about this stay.

  • Kathryn J.

    Submitted Mar 1, 2026

    Stayed Feb 14, 2026

    This was an impeccable property. We loved staying here. Highly recommend

  • Michelle L.

    Submitted Jan 9, 2026

    Stayed Dec 19, 2025

    The cabin was very nice and cozy. We loved it and loved the wildlife! I cleaned and filled the bird feeders and then enjoyed watching the birds especially my favorite, cardinals. Enjoyed the deer too and saw the fox twice. Downside was the drive to/from the cabin—roads are terrible. Also, would enjoy more hiking trails.

  • Carrie W.

    Submitted Dec 2, 2025

    Stayed Nov 28, 2025

    This place was perfect for our group. The kitchen was fully stocked, which was perfect since we cooked most of our meals while there. The outdoor fire pit was the perfect place to hang out this time of year! We will definitely be back.

  • Lacey G.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2025

    Stayed Nov 24, 2025

    We had such a great time! The cabin is perfect for large family trips. Plenty of things to do with the kids and adults. It was clean and well equipped with everything we needed to prepare a Thanksgiving meal for all of us. Having the ability to bring our beloved goldendoodle was the icing on the cake. It was such a great stay that we are working on dates to go again in the summer to make use of the access to the lake. 5 Stars!

  • Jennifer H.

    Submitted Nov 20, 2025

    Stayed Nov 14, 2025

    The host was very welcome and had great communication. The house was clean and decorated for the holidays which we loved. The swing on the porch was a nice addition from last year. This was our second time staying at Hidden Gem and everything was perfect each time

  • David N.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    Wonderful and tastefully decorate place.

  • Giovanni E.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2025

    Stayed Oct 12, 2025

    We had a wonderful time! The communication with the host was outstanding! Would like to come back next summer!

  • Susan B.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    The cabin itself was perfect for a girl's weekend. However, the lake was already VERY low, so we could not access the water at all, which was disappointing. The listing does say the water will be low late fall and through the winter, but it doesn't specify you won't be able to access the dock at all. The most disappointing aspect for us, though, was that the thermostat was set to 85 when we arrived Friday afternoon. It took overnight for the cabin to cool down, and it was sweltering for the first few hours. There were also a couple of dead bugs in the floor, so maybe it wasn't cleaned since the last guests stayed there. It would be nice to have it refreshed before you arrive though, and set the thermostat on a more reasonable temp the afternoon of, or even day before, guests arrive. A/C is a necessity in Alabama - even in late September!

  • susan d.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2025

    Stayed Oct 4, 2025

    We recommend “Hidden Gem” for sure. We had 5 adults, a 17 yr old and 9 and 10 yr old. It is supplied with many extras such as spices, etc and most any kitchen item and appliance you could ask for! We enjoyed the water (even in October) with their canoe, life jackets and paddle boards. Great bedding and communication. Camp fire was great for evening talks and s’mores!

  • Roma R.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2025

    Stayed Sep 11, 2025

    We were very pleased with this Hidden Gem! Beautiful, clean property with things to do. Haley was quick to respond when we had questions. If we ever go back to Smith Lake, we'll be sure to stay at the Hidden Gem again.

  • Sara G.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Sep 5, 2025

    We we not able to use the dock, or even access the water. We could not canoe, fish, use the lilypad or swim, because there was no way to access the dock. The floating bridge in the middle was too steep. Dont plan on using the hammock, its moldy. They had forgotten to put the ladder in that they have for this purpose. I was told a day before leaving that it could be put out on our checkout day. I let them know we were very disappointed, this was my birthday trip, and I had my heart set on fishing and canoeing. I got no response. The cabin is wonderful and clean, but getting to the water is dangerous even if they do provide a ladder. The bed upstairs needs replaced. The shower upstairs is great though. My first trip to Smith Lake and I could barely see the nice clear water. This was the first week of September, and the water was extremely low.

  • Inez P.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2025

    Stayed Jul 25, 2025

    Unique. Rustic Cabin theme inside a subdivision. Hidden Gem is an appropriate name. Everything was great. They allow pets as well. Our Yorkie went on her first vacation with us.

  • dmowrey1

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 18, 2025

    Truly a hidden gem inside a wonderful neighborhood. We had an absolute blast - perfect property and lake location!

  • daniel t.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    Wonderful place!!! We are already planning a it next trip here!!

  • Jennifer S.

    Submitted Jul 8, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    Such a unique house in the best possible way! Every detail has been thought of and provided. The host was very kind and responsive to questions.

  • Amy S.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 15, 2025

    Beautiful cabin on the lake. Great location. We really enjoyed our stay.

  • Cori J.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    It was an amazing property and just what was needed to unwind and unplug from our busy lives.

  • MICHAEL B.

    Submitted May 16, 2025

    Stayed May 2, 2025

    Very quiet! We enjoyed the new decks.....well done! We will be back to your cabin. Thanks

  • Stephen W.

    Submitted May 11, 2025

    Stayed May 9, 2025

    The cabin was absolutely stunning from the outside to the inside. It was the perfect little get away. It was amazing how much was there to do as far as the activities to do on the lake to the board games inside. The house if fully stocked with everything you would need for a stay, so just Incase you forgot to pack something the cabin had it. Our family has decided this will for sure be our lil get away this summer. We can’t wait to go back.

  • Kristie J.

    Submitted Apr 27, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    This property and the hosts are wonderful. One of the best rental properties my family has experienced. We had everything we needed and did not want our weekend to end. Everyone in our group ranging from ages 10-40 had more than enough to do. Don’t hesitate to book!

  • Ronda H.

    Submitted Mar 30, 2025

    Stayed Mar 26, 2025

    Our cabin was even more beautiful than the ad! Furniture was comfortable and there were so many thoughtful touches and amenities (spices, flour/sugar, board games, movies, game system/games, soft towels). Thank you for greatly enhancing our trip!

  • J G.

    Submitted Mar 16, 2025

    Stayed Mar 11, 2025

    True rustic cabin charm with beautiful lake access. Peaceful, well-stocked, and perfect for a relaxing getaway. Highly recommend!

  • Diana S.

    Submitted Dec 10, 2024

    Stayed Nov 22, 2024

    This property is called Hidden Gem and that is truly what it is! It's clean, inviting and in a great location. It was so easy to communicate with the friendly owners. We felt comfortable and happy and couldn't have asked for a better stay!!

  • Jennifer H.

    Submitted Nov 17, 2024

    Stayed Nov 15, 2024

    We booked the cabin for my daughter's birthday. Everything was clean and easy to find. My daughter's favorite part of the weekend was making s'mores by the fire pit. I personally as an adult thoroughly enjoyed the spa shower in the master suite. It was the perfect getaway. We didn't want to leave.

  • David B.

    Submitted Oct 3, 2024

    Stayed Sep 27, 2024

    Absolute wonderful accommodations. Very relaxing.

  • Shawn N.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Sep 20, 2024

    Property was great house was wonderful. Few issues dick at water is on the verge of coming off into the water. Their was a scorpion in the shower of up stairs bathroom. Overall great experience

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$287+
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