Welcome to The Lilly Pad Waterfront Resort Cottage at Smith Lake!

Crane Hill, Alabama
$329 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Imagine yourself at The Lilly Pad resort cottage, where Lakeside Living is at its finest and so are the modern design features you'll experience. Conveniently located in beautiful Crane Hill, the views are breathtaking! Our cottage boasts one of the BEST wide range views of the entire lake. Experience spa-like amenities in a cozy lakeside retreat where everything you need is provided... Just show up & enjoy!

Hear the light hum of boats and serene nature in the background while cozying up beside an evening fire on the terraced double deck patio. Enjoy a glass of wine from the wine fridge while strolling the pier and take a leisurely nap on a new luxurious gel memory foam mattress after a day of excursion out on the lake! Prep your charcuterie board on the quartzite island (or grill out on patio Weber!) and enjoy while lounging on the double chaises on the spacious concrete tiered deck overlooking the big blue peaceful expanse of Smith Lake. Memories are sure to be made at this cottage. Welcome to The Lilly Pad!

Deep, clear water makes for an incredible waterskiing and fishing location! Paddleboards, kayaks, & huge Lilypad float included with stay, as well as a jet ski ramp and large covered dock for your boat(s) (or rent a boat from Cappy’s just down the road). Inflatable for tubing and kneeboard also available for guests. Children love the swim deck and ladder and having a huge shoreline to explore! Gorgeous coves nearby, as well as minutes as away from Smith Lake Castle, Smith Lake Park, and Trident Marina & Grille (...Hello, amazing 5-star waterfront restaurant with live music!)

Whether you are looking for a fun family vacation full of adventure or a relaxing retreat with friends, The Lilly Pad is your place. Book today as our dates fill up fast!

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

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee Grinder Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat 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

    Fishing Nearby Fitness Center Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Sports Equipment Water Tubing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Music Library Stereo TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Playground Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In A Village Near A Hospital On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    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 Wheelchair Accessible

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Justin K.

    Submitted Dec 27, 2025

    Stayed Dec 21, 2025

    Perfect getaway for small family. Stayed over Christmas and has the perfect time. Great communication, clean, Had everything we needed and more! Highly recommend!

  • Mary T.

    Submitted Nov 17, 2025

    Stayed Nov 12, 2025

    Amazing sunrises! Such a peaceful location.

  • Sarah H.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    Beautiful location and view. Clean and all the amenities were very appreciated. We will be back.

  • Dale T.

    Submitted Nov 2, 2025

    Stayed Oct 31, 2025

    Cozy house with beautiful lake views—great weekend!

  • Kathryn J.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Oct 7, 2025

    This was the most accommodating and thoughtful property I have ever stayed at. This mom is very thankful and would absolutely stay here again. Thank you.

  • James M.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Oct 1, 2025

    I wanted to share what an amazing stay we had at your enchanting lake cottage. The views were incredible, and the antique literature placed throughout the home were like little hidden gems. We truly loved fishing in the lake, but the absolute highlight was watching a bald eagle protecting her nest from a hawk.

  • Payton B.

    Submitted Sep 28, 2025

    Stayed Sep 25, 2025

    The Lillypad was the perfect getaway for our baby moon! We will definitely be back! Our first time to Smith Lake and definitely won’t be our last.

  • Ashley R.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2025

    Stayed Aug 22, 2025

    Adorable place, just the right size for a few people. Easy access to the water, loved being able to put the boat in and keep at the dock, and the use of the water accessories was so nice. We hope to come back!

  • Jeffrey P.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    Great stay. Beautiful view and very nice outdoor seating. Loved the shade trees and busy squirrels.

  • John David B.

    Submitted Jul 28, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    Great outdoor areas; great dock. Stayed for 7 nights.

  • Kelly K.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    Beautiful home on the river.

  • Jeffrey S.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed Jul 8, 2025

    Clean and comfortable, nicely decorated, nice dock/boathouse, great view!

  • Suzy C.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    Our group of friends and family have been going to the lake together for my birthday every year for quite some time. Each year we up our game and this by far was our best location! The home the access to the water the boat dock everything was wonderful!

  • Joseph K.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2025

    Stayed Jun 23, 2025

    Wonderful experience. will be coming back!

  • Kenneth W.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 7, 2025

    We will always remember our trip to Smith Lake with our children and their fiancés. We were able to use the charcoal grill for several of our meals. We all enjoyed a trip in the canoe , some flipped over on purpose. The house was well supplied with extra's. There is plenty of seating outside the home for some relaxation. As a therapist, I was happy to see a ramp from the parking spot around the home to get into the cabin for some people that have trouble navigating steps. Beautiful sunrises in the summer.

  • Daphne D.

    Submitted May 5, 2025

    Stayed May 1, 2025

    Perfect for a couple to gwt away

  • Teresa G.

    Submitted May 1, 2025

    Stayed Apr 26, 2025

    This was our first trip to Smith Lake and we certainly got lucky when we chose this rental. It was exceptional in every way. Fabulous location! Very easy access to the dock, cozy and comfortable living space that was very well appointed. The host was very responsive. I recommend highly, without reservation.

  • CLAUDIA P.

    Submitted Apr 21, 2025

    Stayed Apr 16, 2025

    What a gorgeous, well decorated and welcoming home. The whole house was spotless and the view outstanding. We completely enjoyed our stay here. If ypu are even thinking about it, just do it!!

  • Dillon T.

    Submitted Mar 22, 2025

    Stayed Mar 7, 2025

    Had an awesome time. Wonderful view. Will be back for sure!

  • shannon m.

    Submitted Mar 13, 2025

    Stayed Feb 27, 2025

    Was a great place for our family. We were in town for the Bassmaster fishing tournament. We were able to leave our bass boat in the water which made our stay that much enjoyable. The house is very cute with all the necessary accommodations

  • Margaret Anne T.

    Submitted Nov 3, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    I had such a lovely stay at the Lillypad! Entry was seamless and everything was extremely clean- not to mention beautifully decorated! I was greeted with complimentary wine, chocolate, popcorn and a lovely sunset over the lake that I could view from windows lining the back of the house. This was the perfect scene for a quiet retreat. I took the kayak out on the water, sat by the fire pit, and read in the cozy living room. I even ventured into Cullman (about 30 Minutes away) for a delicious dinner at 412 Public House. (It also looks like a great brewery and pizza place will be opening close by soon.) It was a lovely stay, and I’m thankful for how accommodating and communicative Meredith And Brandon were. I will definitely be back!

  • Hayle F.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2024

    Stayed Oct 25, 2024

    Overall everything was wonderful & felt like home! Loved that there were items like shampoo, coffee creamer, sugar, a few groceries & plenty of dishes/plastic spoons & forks! Also loved that there were plenty of towels, washcloths & toilet paper! I didn’t feel like we went without anything on this trip! The porch had acorns & leaves but they’re constantly falling this time of year so it would be difficult to do anything about it! Plan to be back!

  • Shelli P.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 17, 2024

    Thank you for providing such a lovely place for us to spend time with our family. We read, watched movies, and kayaked. It was so relaxing and the Lily Pad was clean and perfectly tended to. Thank you!

  • Angie C.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2024

    Stayed Aug 1, 2024

    The little house is precious and very comfortable. It was clean and had everything we needed for a long weekend. There were a couple of things that need addressing. These are minor and owner may not be aware. Wine opener is broke and needs to be replaced. The chairs on the dock deck are broke as well and need replacing. We didn’t bring any chairs with us. The only other thing was that the patios and decks were not cleaned before we got there. Trash was under the chairs as well as leaves and limbs that needed blowing off to freshen up the outside. Like I said minor and we would’ve blown everything off but we didn’t have a blower to use. It really is a cute place and we will rent again in the future.

  • John P.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    Property was well appointed and the property description was spot on! The dock, the lily pad float, and the kayak were great. Easy to access from Madison, Alabama (an hour and a half). It was just what the doctor ordered!

  • Elizabeth M.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2024

    Stayed Jun 13, 2024

    I spent a long weekend with my best friends here and it was perfect! The house had everything we needed, and it was clean and comfortable with cute decor. My favorite part was the outdoor setup; we spent the majority of our time floating on the lily pad! It was a great weekend with friends!

  • Angie V.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2024

    Stayed Jun 21, 2024

    We loved our stay at The Lilly Pad. Wonderfully equipped and decorated home. Comfortable beds. We rented a boat and the dock was great. Loved the Lilly pad and paddle board and kayak. We look forward to staying here again.

  • Leslie K.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2024

    Stayed May 31, 2024

    Easy drive from middle Tennessee

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$329+
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