Expansive Retreat with Heated Pool & Gorgeous Views

Cullman, Alabama
$1001 avg/night
Bed 6

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 14

Max Sleeps

This beautifully designed and spacious lake home is perfectly located close to I-65, grocery stores, restaurants, and boat ramps.

One of only 2 rentals on Smith Lake with a private lake side pool to lounge in by the lake, it is also fully loaded with everything needed for an unforgettable vacation including outdoor bar, grill, fire pit, fire table, pool table, kayaks, SUPs, 2 coffee bars, waffle bar, kids video game/tv space, and boundless deck space to enjoy the beautiful sunsets.

Bella Vista is located on one of the main arms of Smith Lake in Cullman. It is less than 10 minutes to I-65 and less than 10 minutes to gas stations, fast-food restaurants, bait shops, grocery stores, and a boat launch. This is a rare find on Smith Lake to be close to so many things but still have beautiful big water views.

There are decks expanding most of the whole first and second level to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or a cocktail in the evenings. The top decks has a fire pit table to gather around in the early evening while you witness the beautiful sunsets seen from Bella Vista.

Perhaps the best part of Bella Vista, is the private in-ground heated salt-water pool out back right on the lake. This is the only rental on Smith Lake with a private pool. If you don't want to take a dip in the lake or want to have somewhere for the kids to play and splash while grilling by the outdoor bar, you will love this amenity. Included are plenty of floats and toys as well as propane for the grill. Plenty of seating for all. The pool is only shut down from Nov 15th to March 8th as it is too cold for the heater on those days.

The location on the water is optimal for fishing, swimming, boating, and water sports. While the dock is on larger open water, there are also nearby peaceful and smaller arms of water or tributaries to explore on the 2 kayaks and SUP's provided.

The home has had extensive updates, and is fully loaded with everything necessary to make memories with friends and family. On the top floor, you will find an open living room, dining room, and kitchen with seating for everyone as well as the completely renovated master suite to include a soaking tub. Off the master bedroom, a separate daybed and desk can be found for a quiet read or cranking out some work.

On the lower floor, you'll find a pool table, ping pong table, arcade games and ample seating for everyone, making it an ideal gathering spot. There are plenty of board games and other surprises for entertainment. The lower floor also hosts two more king suites, each with private bathrooms, as well as another private bedroom with a queen-sized bed. For the kids, there's a special area designed for their enjoyment, complete with TV, Xbox One with games, books, crayons, bean bags, and a Nugget for fort-building fun. Sleeping arrangements include two sets of bunk beds and a queen bed to ensure comfort for adults as well.

Some Additional Highlights:
- Outdoor fire pit provided with free firewood
- Supplies for roasting marshmallows
- Tabletop Shuffleboard
- Bathroom by the pool
- 3 refrigerators (including one by the pool)
- 2 coffee bars
- Waffle Bar (loaded with toppings and various syrups)
- 4 Smart TVs (Satellite TV on the main floor)
- Fiber WiFi
- Portable Bluetooth Speaker
- Bluetooth Surround Sound Music System Upstairs

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

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • 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 First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    6 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Day Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 4000 Sq Ft (372 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Dishwasher Electric Kettle Ice Maker Lobster/crab Pot Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Dock Firepit Free Firewood Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Fence Around The Pool Heated Pool Outdoor Pool Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    4.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Water Tubing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books DVD Player Games Pool Or Billiards Table Stereo Table Tennis Video Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

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

    On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 14

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Clay M.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2026

    Stayed Dec 31, 2025

    This was probably one of the best places we have stayed. It was very clean and comfortable. They had everything you could ask for, including the little details like extra blankets, toothbrushes, toothpaste, smores kits, and even a waffle bar! There were plenty of activities for the kids to do: pool, ping pong, games, fishing, etc. The kitchen was fully stocked. The beds were comfortable. It was too cold to enjoy the lily pad, kayaks, or the pool but the fire table was nice and the sunset was amazing.

  • barb C.

    Submitted Dec 4, 2025

    Stayed Nov 22, 2025

    The pool was amazing and all the activities kept my 5 grandchildren happy and entertained

  • pam d.

    Submitted Nov 28, 2025

    Stayed Nov 6, 2025

    House well stocked and well thought of items. Loved the coffee and waffle bar. Host was very accommodating and responsive . Would love to come back !

  • Astro

    Submitted Sep 13, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    The house, the dock, all the amenities were absolutely perfect!! We had the best time!!

  • Betty-Rose W.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 31, 2025

    Fun time on Smith Lake! Great place for a quick getaway!! Thank you for having us!

  • Susan F.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 23, 2025

    For a “first time visitor” , Smith Lake is awarded 5 Stars and more. This home was perfect , cleaned, and cool.. no issues .. period Swimming pool was a great asset and also the Lily Pad The Dock was perfect to “ Hang out” and our rented Patroon Boat rested perfect.., since it was used constantly! Stepping stairs going up and down to the Lake .. were very doable and “ wear your Apple Watch” .. you will get your steps in for sure daily! Beds were beyond comfortable… and I loved the sheets ! Kitchen was stocked well… just a note: I think oven is “ Energy Efficient “…. Incase you are not familiar with this kind of appliance We have a LARGE family. The house was perfect! Don’t bring beach towels… there are plenty at this home !!

  • Diana Wood H.

    Submitted Jul 18, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2025

    We enjoyed everything about our visit to Bella Vista! The location was great! We were ages 63-3 years old. The game room was enjoyed by all and the dock was a blast we especially enjoyed the LilyPad!, kayaks and paddle boards! When we were not on the lake the kids enjoyed the pool.The waffle bar was a nice touch!! The kids loved it! Our host Brandon was great to work with and the few issues we had were addressed quickly. We highly recommend Bella Vista at Smith Lake. The Hardin Family.

  • Traci W.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    The house was amazing Had tons of amenities Will definitely stay again

  • Jason K.

    Submitted Mar 30, 2025

    Stayed Mar 22, 2025

    Our stay at Bella Vista was outstanding! The house was extremely clean and had everything we needed and more. The pool area was great and gave us the hang out space we were hoping for as a family and friend group. The property manager was extremely helpful and the views were outstanding from morning to night. Highly recommend!

  • Reg S.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2024

    Stayed Sep 11, 2024

    We had a fantastic time!

  • andre b.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    Great property, this really is a hidden gem!!!

  • M G.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2024

    Stayed Jul 28, 2024

    Our family ages 2 to 66 had a wonderful week. The house was super clean. The owner was easy to contact and responded quickly to any questions. The owner has an app that is downloadable after the deposit is paid. It’s full of useful info. We loved it so much we have already rented for next year. The only negative is that there are a lot of steps down to the pool and the dock. The stairs did not bother us at all and are depicted in pictures.

  • Jessica M.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2024

    Stayed Jul 25, 2024

    Beautiful, clean and nice, quiet area.

  • Barbara G.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2024

    Stayed Jul 6, 2024

    The home was clean, very spacious, comfortable and well stocked with everything we could possibly need. The views of the lake were amazing and the pool was an extra nice feature. The host (Brandon) was available for any questions and responded promptly. We truly enjoyed our stay. Thank you!

  • Ginger R.

    Submitted Jul 10, 2024

    Stayed Jun 20, 2024

    We could not have found a better place to celebrate my husband’s birthday! There was so much to do for everyone with pool activities, lake fun, and reflection time on one of the many decks. The coffee and waffle bar were an added bonus. I would highly recommend this property.

  • Carolyn B.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2024

    Stayed Jun 24, 2024

    Don’t try any serious baking, lol. Otherwise, a wonderful week. Plenty of space for our 14.

  • Sandra C.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2024

    Stayed Jun 14, 2024

    This is our second stay, stayed last year too…We love the house the location and we would encourage anyone to visit..the fishing was great, the pool kept the teens occupied…it’s a great place.

  • Joy P.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2024

    Stayed Jun 1, 2024

    We enjoyed our stay very much! It was a lovely, we’ll equipped home.

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