Smith Lake Fishing & Family Retreat - Private Dock, Calm Cove, Fire Pit, & Kayak

Crane Hill, Alabama
$433 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 11

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Tucked away at the end of a quiet, private cove on beautiful Smith Lake, this charming vintage cottage offers the perfect blend of peace, nature, and classic lake-life charm. Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a fishing trip, or a relaxing weekend with friends, this is a place to truly unplug and unwind.

The cottage features 4 cozy bedrooms with plenty of space for everyone to spread out comfortably (2 king beds, 3 full beds, and 1 twin). Warm, inviting spaces and lake views create a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that feels like home the moment you arrive.

Just 14 steps from the back door, you’ll find your private dock, ideal for fishing, swimming, or launching a kayak. Smith Lake is known for its excellent fishing, and the calm waters of the cove make it especially peaceful and family-friendly. We provide 4 kayaks (2 adult and 2 child-sized) so guests of all ages can explore the lake at their own pace. Bringing a boat You’re welcome to bring your own or rent one nearby—there’s an easy marina launch and room to dock right at the cottage.

After a day on the water, gather around the lakeside fire pit and enjoy quiet evenings under the stars, listening to the gentle sounds of the lake. It’s the kind of setting that invites slow mornings, long conversations, and memories you’ll want to come back to.

Good to know: Like many Smith Lake properties, the cottage is accessed by a .2-mile inclined driveway. It’s a bit of a trek—but the privacy, peaceful setting, and lakefront experience make it well worth it.

If you’re looking for a tranquil Smith Lake escape with great fishing, calm waters, and true cottage charm, this is the place!

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1500 Sq Ft (139 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

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

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games Video Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas Gravel Flooring In Public Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Stair-free Path To Entrance

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

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Allison W.

    Submitted Dec 14, 2025

    Stayed Dec 12, 2025

    Host was very responsive! Great place with ample space.

  • omar m.

    Submitted Dec 10, 2025

    Stayed Nov 23, 2025

    Great little lakehouse tucked into the woods. It was Thanksgiving, and the kitchen had everything to make dinner. The Christmas decorations were a wonderful surprise. And thank you for the welcoming gift basket and mug! My wife was born and raised in Cullman, so it was a great experience for her to be back at the Lake. Our 5 year old daughter loved the bedroom upstairs. We loved the bedroom with the little balcony. We kayaked, made a fire, played games, and made lots of family memories.

  • Denise B.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    Great time with friends!!!!!!

  • David E.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2025

    Stayed Oct 19, 2025

    Very pleasant stay. My wife and I celebrated my 66 birthday here and truly enjoyed every moment. Wonderful property. Great host.

  • Robert C.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2025

    Stayed Sep 25, 2025

    Great house, beautiful location. Serene, secluded, and relaxing environment. The kayaks were great, and we caught fish from the pier. Overall 5 start experience and we'd absolutely stay here again.

  • Gina V.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 21, 2025

    Without a doubt, the Lake view is beautiful. The home was very clean and accommodating. The walk down to the lake was a struggle because we are old, but we made it twice and were able to swim.

  • Nadine K.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jul 23, 2025

    Quit spot with all the amenities for a summer family vacation. Great host

  • Lauren B.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2025

    Stayed Jul 5, 2025

    Morgan went above and beyond in communication and accommodating our group. So thankful for this beautiful spot on Smith Lake and a wonderful stay.

  • Jayci P.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2025

    Stayed Jun 2, 2025

    Truly amazing!

  • BOBBIE B.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2025

    Stayed May 28, 2025

    Nice Home with a beautiful view of water!

  • Karen V.

    Submitted May 17, 2025

    Stayed May 12, 2025

    The house was nice and clean, the beds very comfy and the kitchen had all the basic needs for feeding the gang. If the weather would have given us a little more sunshine and a little less rain, the stay there would have been perfect!

  • Catherine S.

    Submitted May 1, 2025

    Stayed Apr 24, 2025

    Our group of 5 visited Cullman, Al for the Strawberry Festival and stayed on Smith Lake. Our group ranged from 12 to 70. The four bedrooms easily gave everyone their own space to enjoy. We did not feel cramped in the living areas - Living Room was nice with abundant space. The lake, the view, and the deck were so relaxing. The owners were easy to communicate with and answered all questions. I asked for recommendations on food and experiences and they provided those. We tried all the restaurants they recommended and the food was amazing. We are trying to come back for Rock the South in June and if we do we plan on staying at this location again. Very clean home. I loved the bed - slept so well in it. The only thing that I was not expecting was the driveway - it is narrow and slopes down to the house and the lake- this is probably my fault as we did not get into town until after 10pm and doing the driveway for the first time in the dark was scary but the location to the lake and the home made it worth it. It gets very dark in the woods at night and I thought for sure our GPS was wrong. Would recommend arriving in the daytime for your first trip. Again, lovely house with lots of space for us to hang out or have privacy.

  • Blake H.

    Submitted Apr 19, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    Nice and quiet place to stay.

  • Jackie S.

    Submitted Apr 8, 2025

    Stayed Mar 29, 2025

    Good

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$433+
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