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Cave in Houston
Smith Lake Cave with waterfalls & more
You won't find anything with more character than the Cave and its surroundings. Nestled at the end of a slough on Smith Lake, its seclusion adds to the appeal. Explore the waterfalls, the lake, and the cave and its unique features. Retire to the rustic cabin with beautiful lake views, indoor fireplace, and natural accents. Note that there is a set of steps (~25) to get to the cave. Ask us about options to accommodate more guests than the 4 listed. Bookings offered only 3 months in advance
$351 per night
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Cottage in Cullman
Cozy Christmas Cottage Creekside Woodland Views
Cottage sits overlooking our beautiful creek, surrounded by trees with total privacy & serenity. You will feel like you are in a wooded sanctuary. Lots of birdsongs! Sit on the front porch swing with a cup of coffee and book, enjoy the firepits on decks, lay in the hammock by the creek, take a nature walk by the creek. Walk inside and feel the love we've poured into it for our guests enjoyment. Luxury tiled bath, luxury bamboo sheets, adjustable base & very thoughtful detail to everything.
$164 per night
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Apartment in Cullman
Smith Lake Cottage
Cozy fishing cabin on Smith Lake, Ryan's Creek. Short drive (one mile) to Smith Lake Park boat launch and some of the best fishing in the state. Located 7 minutes from the I-65 and 10 minutes from downtown Cullman with local shopping & dining. Private deck, firepit, access to swim pier, and kayaks available for use. Full kitchen, wifi, cable television. Close to community store and café. Boat friendly parking and outside electrical. Narrow bath entrance not wheelchair accessible.
$99 per night

Lewis Smith Lake fishing houses

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Home in Arley
Lazy Lagoon-Pets welcome/Fiber WIFI
$100 per night
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Home in Crane Hill
Heaven on Smith Lake
$185 per night
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Home in Cullman
Beach House on the Lake
$407 per night
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Home in Lewis Smith Lake
Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Showhome on Smith Lake
$556 per night
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Home in Arley
A-Frame for Two, Amazing View
$129 per night
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Home in Arley
Your HGTV Lakefront Designer Home Awaits!
$462 per night
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Home in Cullman
Holidays at the Lake. Peaceful, Sunset Views.
$171 per night
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Home in Crane Hill
Smith Lake Cottage- *cozy lakefront hideaway*
$96 per night
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Home in Arley
Littleville on the Lake
$312 per night
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Home in Cullman
*Lakefrnt Deep Wtr w/Dock*10 Min to I-65*Fast WiFi
$211 per night
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Home in Jasper
Serenity Now-Duncan Bridge side
$265 per night
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Home in Jasper
Comfy Smith Lake Cottage
$182 per night

Lewis Smith Lake fishing vacation rentals

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Guest suite in Houston
A Little Piece of Heaven
$110 per night
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Cabin in Arley
The Helicon Hideaway at Swayback
$121 per night
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Bungalow in Jasper
Bay Pointe Bungalow, cheerful 2 bedroom sanctuary
$156 per night
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Loft in Crane Hill
THE LOFT - Smith Lake Bed and Breakfast
$200 per night
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Cottage in Crane Hill
Wooded Waters Cottage
$114 per night
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Cottage in Crane Hill
Dock Holiday with Hot Tub / 2 Story Dock
$277 per night
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Tiny home in Crane Hill
Crane Hollow~A Delightful, Cozy Smith Lake Retreat
$99 per night
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Cottage in Jasper
Cozy, Dog Friendly, Lake Cottage with Hot Tub
$119 per night
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Home in Crane Hill
New Luxurious w/ Gorgeous Views on Smith Lake!
$496 per night
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Cottage in Crane Hill
Smith Lake - 3 Bdrm - Free Last Day!
$137 per night
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Cottage in Arley
Butler Branch Beauty
$179 per night
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Home in Crane Hill
Waterfront|Few stairs to dock|Kayaks|Firepit|Games
$150 per night

Your guide to Lewis Smith Lake

Welcome to Lewis Smith Lake

Sprawling over 21,000 acres and boasting 500 miles of shoreline, massive manmade Lewis Smith Lake (or just “Smith Lake”) is a water wonderland that offers a dizzying array of recreation options. Anglers flock here to try their luck at snagging spotted bass, sharing the crystal-clear waters with paddle boarders, kayakers, and swimmers, while adventure seeking cliff-divers take daring plunges from towering rock formations. Shoreline parks offer playgrounds for kids, and open-air pavilions host festivals and live music.

As you navigate the lake, you may pass “The Castle,” a quirky four-story waterfront mansion that resembles a medieval fortress, complete with rows of arched windows, a brick tower, and an imposing stone wall. And while you can find just about everything you need on the waterfront, from restaurants to gear rental, venture beyond its shores and you can explore acres of hiking trails and waterfalls in the abundant forests that ring the lake.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Lewis Smith Lake

Spring and summer, when temperatures are warm or downright hot and humid, are the ideal time to enjoy the cooling waters of Lewis Smith Lake. These months also usher in festival season, when surrounding towns throw spirited outdoor gatherings, and local businesses host waterfront firework shows and concerts. Every April the nearby town of Cullman throws a strawberry festival where you can sample the fruit baked into pies, blended into margaritas, and folded into more inventive concoctions, such as a strawberry pretzel salad. Fall can be a great time to visit if you prefer milder yet warm weather, and when temperatures dip in winter, you can still pull on a jacket and idle away a few hours fishing on the lake.


Top things to do in Lewis Smith Lake

William Bankhead National Forest

To the west of the lake lie 180,000 uninterrupted acres of pristine wilderness known as “the land of a thousand waterfalls.” In addition to those dreamy natural wonders, you’ll find bluffs, canyons, and old-growth forests. Hiking, birdwatching, kayaking, and horseback riding are all options here.

Natural Bridge Park

This privately owned park in the city of Haleyville is home to an unusual rock formation: a 148-foot-long arch formed of sandstone and iron ore. Reportedly the longest natural bridge east of the Rocky Mountains, visitors are not allowed to tromp across its span, but you can hike underneath it.

Ave Maria Grotto

Brother Joseph Zoettl lived at St. Bernard Abbey in Cullman for nearly 70 years and devoted much of that time to constructing miniature replicas of important religious and famous sites from around the world. Zoettl’s intricate recreations are built of stone, cement, seashells, and broken glass and pottery, and blanket the site of a former stone quarry. Visitors can wander, Godzilla-like, through his tiny world on a pathway that carries you past 125 teensy buildings, including St. Peter's Basilica and the Colosseum.

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