Title: On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33498174&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park ![Property grounds - On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park (Cullman)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33498200/33498174/a5a3ed75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player - On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park (Cullman)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33498200/33498174/f3bb4c46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park (Cullman)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33498200/33498174/648b55b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park (Cullman)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33498200/33498174/82819159.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park (Cullman)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33500000/33498200/33498174/a88eae1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies On A Whim' lake house cottage offers the best of lake living and relaxation. Enjoy a quiet evening sitting outdoors on one of the multiple decks overlooking Smith Lake, or warm up by the outdoor fire pit. In this 3000 sq ft home, you'll find an inviting covered front porch, a well-stocked kitchen, a screen porch with quaint seating area and plenty of parking. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 143000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park The best of lake living and relaxation… We welcome you to a craftsman’s style cottage, nestled amongst the trees, in a quiet cove on Smith Lake. Enjoy a quiet evening sitting outdoors on one of the multiple decks overlooking the lake. The sounds of the woodlands at twilight are enhanced by the view of the moon glistening on the water. So very peaceful! Awake in the morning, alive and refreshed. Serve yourself a steaming hot cup of coffee in a beautiful, well-stocked kitchen. Casually walk outside to the screen porch and settle in the quaint outdoor seating area. Here you smile and breathe in the fresh air as you listen to the sounds of the wildlife on the lake. You’ll find an unusual sense of energy in this 3000 sq ft, two story home, snuggled in, just a few steps from the lake. Equal distance from both Birmingham and Huntsville, just 6 miles from Hwy 65 (Exit 305), this lake house cottage could be your getaway from it all. 'On A Whim' has an inviting covered front porch and plenty of parking for your family and friends. As you enter the front door, you are welcomed by the main living area, decorated in a rustic, but luxurious style with a gorgeous planked vaulted ceiling and large windows looking out over the lake. The main level features a large Master with King size bed, and it’s own set of french doors leading out to the main deck. The ensuite bath features a Jacuzzi tub, large vanity space and an over sized shower with great water pressure! The Patriot bedroom is just down the hall from the Master, which offers two twin beds and is next to the main floor full bath. The beautifully crafted kitchen is well stocked and features all stainless appliances. The island in the kitchen faces the open floor plan of the main living area and dining room, allowing you to always be a part of the action. The dining area has a custom table that seats 9 with an additional 3 seats at the island. Additional folding tables and chairs are provided. The home has a laundry area equipped with a full size washer and dryer, iron and ironing board. The Angel's Perch loft area is decorated in a sweet southern style with a pair of twin beds, a dresser, and a miniature picnic table. Perfect for the kids or adults. As nice as the upper levels are, the lower level is where all the fun is. Challenge your friends to a game of pool, air hockey or a classic arcade game. Then, settle into the sofas and watch the big game on the 65" tv, or just hang out on the lower patio and stare at the lake. In addition to the rec areas, the lower level also offers a third bedroom with a queen bed, decorated in a nautical theme and a fourth bedroom with two sets of bunk beds, decorated in a camping theme with a dedicated video gaming tv. A full bath will make sure you're not running up and down stairs all day. 'On A Whim' gets good AT&T and Verizon LTE coverage, and has broadband WIFI Internet and Cable TV. Everything you need to ensure you can stay in contact with all your friends that are working while you chill out at the lake. We'd love to host your vacation at 'On A Whim'. Use the form on the right and let us know how we can help you. Keywords: House ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping - Safe ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Golf - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows - Unit size: 3,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/51000000/50600000/50594800/50594732/61bfe77e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Frame of Mind: 3 BR, 2 BA House in Cullman, Sleeps 10 Cullman - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=50594732&PinnedHotelID=50594732&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115620000/115611800/115611743/7fd5029d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Reel Simple Retreat Smith Lake : 5 min to I-65 Cullman - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=115611743&PinnedHotelID=115611743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34330000/34327100/34327045/f92d8487.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Therapy: 5 BR, 4.5 BA House in Crane Hill, Sleeps 18 Crane Hill - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 18 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=34327045&PinnedHotelID=34327045&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110440000/110433600/110433588/b5cc8c59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Lakefront Cabin Cullman - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Barbecue grill 10 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=110433588&PinnedHotelID=110433588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112020000/112017200/112017112/2437414d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy 102 Cabin 1 bdrm on Smith Lake Located beside Smith Lake Park Boat Ramp Cullman - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking available - Lake view 10 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=112017112&PinnedHotelID=112017112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111530000/111526300/111526215/f7bea033.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy 101 Cabin 1 bdrm on Smith Lake Located beside Smith Lake Park Boat Ramp Cullman - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Microwave - Living/Dining area 9.6 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=111526215&PinnedHotelID=111526215&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96990000/96983200/96983164/fcd5c468.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family Friendly Serene Lakefront Retreat w/Private Boat Dock Cullman - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.4 Exceptional 22 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=96983164&PinnedHotelID=96983164&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91320000/91312900/91312837/f0c1d309.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unique Lake House Built in 2021 Cullman - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05&selected=91312837&PinnedHotelID=91312837&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78790000/78790000/78789914/ff0a3f64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy in the Cove: Smith Lake Cullman County: Private Dock! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as On A Whim Rustic Smith Park On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park Cullman ## About the area Located in Cullman, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lewis Smith Lake and Smith Lake Park, while Cullman County Museum and Evelyn Burrow Museum are cultural highlights. Consider Stone Bridge Farms for a night out or WildWater Cullman if you're traveling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. [Visit our Cullman travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Cullman.dx6057735) [View more Vacation homes in Cullman](https://www.expedia.ca/Cullman-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6057735-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.08367%2C-86.94788&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dYowRYDCElE9GwLQZg2wfbbRJ2U=) Cullman, AL ### What's nearby - ![Smith Lake at Unicoi State Park in Georgia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6124377/9bf2fa77-5d37-4abf-a9dc-07c70ed6ba5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Smith Lake Park 4 min walk \- 0.4 km - ![Final resting place for Brother Joseph, who created the art that is known as Ave Maria Grotto.This is a cemetery of only monks in residence at St. Bernard Abbey. Ave Maria Grotto, in Cullman, Alabama, is a landscaped, 4-acre park in an old quarry on the grounds of St. Bernard Abbey, providing a garden setting for 125 miniature reproductions of some of the most famous religious structures of the world. It was added to the Alabama Register of Landmarks and Heritage on February 24, 1976, and to the National Register of Historic Places on January 19, 1984. The stone and concrete models are the work of Brother Joseph Zoettl, a Benedictine monk of St. Bernard's Abbey, who devoted some 50 years to the project, the last three decades (1932 to 1961) almost without interruption. They incorporate discarded building supplies, bricks, marbles, tiles, pipes, sea shells, marbles, plastic animals, costume jewellery, toilet bowl floats and cold cream jars. Born in 1878 in the Kingdom of Bavaria, Brother Joseph was maimed in an accident that left him slightly hunched due to cervical kyphosis. He immigrated to the United States as a teenager, settling in northern Alabama. Soon afterward he began studying at the newly founded Benedictine monastery of St. Bernard, where he took his vows in 1897. Br. Joseph was not allowed to be ordained as a priest, due to the rule of the period that stated any man with a distracting disability could not be ordained a priest. He ran the monastery’s power plant and was, even by a monk's standards, a withdrawn, quiet man. Brother Joseph rarely left Alabama, where he died in 1961. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057735/f10f98ee-727f-4b65-a3db-5e860093e056.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ave Maria Grotto 23 min drive \- 24.2 km - Lewis Smith Lake 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - WildWater Cullman 18 min drive \- 19.0 km - Stone Bridge Farms 24 min drive \- 23.1 km ### Getting around - Huntsville International Airport (HSV) 52 min drive ### Restaurants - Wendy's 17 min drive - Drifters On The Lake 7 min drive - McDonald's 20 min drive - Whitlock's Cafe 4 min drive - Bubba Rito's 19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park? ### What time is check-out at On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park? ### Where is On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## On A Whim Rustic Lodge Near Smith Lake Park Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 232 8 - Good 22 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angel L. May 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mother’s Day weekend Nice place for a family weekend. ##### Angel L. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karmen S. Jun 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Decorated nicely! Fits in with the lake! Enjoyed the rental very much. Very spacious! Love the kitchen and dining area! Beautiful living room! Everyone loved the game room! Spent a lot of time outdoors! Seen a beautiful sunset! ![Sunset beautiful](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/1738d535-1754-46a9-813c-ccd5ae9d8ad4-1749600153703.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/28127946-7864-4b39-909c-8d58865489c0-1749600146086.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ef5fe9db-10f2-4791-a7e1-5c2f20a038c8-1749600153969.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Silly boy](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/55d0dfa7-4b71-46b9-adc9-f0fef9eb8bbb-1749600152251.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Karmen S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen R. Feb 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful weekend! Lots to do in the home and plenty of room for family. ##### Colleen R. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Norrisa C. May 28, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday Vaca Wonderful location on the lake with easy access to several marinas and Smith Lake Park. Plenty of room for our group to spread out, play, and enjoy swimming in the lake from the dock. ##### Norrisa C. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jase W. Mar 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything we expected The property owners were great! The property was everything we hoped it would be and very accurate to the listing. A Fantastic little getway for families... ##### Jase W. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Douglas B. Jul 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation Great home with plenty of space. Very clean with all the necessities already there. Great fishing on the dock for the kids. Love the game room. ##### Douglas B. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Doug G. Apr 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fishing at smith Was there fishing a tournament at Smith Lake Accommodations was great parking is a little tough. If you are bringing your own boat and location is excellent. ##### Doug G. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia D. Jun 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Father’s Day Weekend Our stay at On a Whim was very relaxing and enjoyable. Everything you need is right there except for the groceries!! Will be back! ##### Patricia D. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy L. Jan 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lakehouse Christmas This home was a great fit for our family of 13\. We celebrated Christmas with our family. Everything was perfect except it was kinda cold & windy so we couldn’t enjoy the outside area along the lake. We love the area and hope to be back in the summer! ##### Kathy L. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet M., Greenfield, Indiana Aug 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place and location We had a wonderful vacation at this home. There was so much room at exceptional views, and truly loved everything about the home. We spent most of our days on the dock, swimming laughing, and just enjoying family time. Took some boat trips on the lake the lake is absolutely beautiful. And the home is super convenient to the marina and boat dock. Would absolutely recommend this place. ##### Janet M. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew A. Sep 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome place Loved the house and location. Only issue was the water pressure. All the showers had little to no pressure. Otherwise everything was good. ##### Andrew A. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erica S. Dec 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Would love to stay again! On a Whim thought of everything! Games, baby gates, cookware, and easy-to-follow instructions to get the best experience from the home. It is absolutely beautiful and is the perfect setup for a large family gathering of all ages! ##### Erica S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful lakeside home! On a Whim was a FABULOUS property! House was well maintained and fully equipped with every thing we needed. Loved the downstairs room with all the fun games. Cornhole tournament was a blast! Wish we could have stayed longer! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Russel R. Oct 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lakehouse Hangout with Friends We had a great stay at On a Whim! This listing was accurate, the house was clean, and the sleeping arrangements worked perfectly for our group. We'd definitely recommend it and stay again in the future, but we'd be sure to check the lake water levels first since we weren't able to rent a pontoon this trip (that's on us though). ##### Russel R. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary R. Apr 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2024 Get together! This is my favorite house to rent on Smith Lake. The house is large and comfortable. It’s sits so nicely in the lot and is an easy walk to the water. Plenty of outdoor seating spaces. Inside is relaxed and family friendly with room for everyone. Beautiful sunsets and coffee in the morning on the screens in porch make it perfect! ##### Mary R. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christi L. Oct 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Team Building Retreat I brought my teaching staff from a preschool to On a Whim for a team building/growth weekend. The house and grounds were absolutely perfect! VERY clean and well kept. Quiet, relaxing atmosphere. The kitchen is well equipped and great for making meals (even large ones). We enjoyed every part of our stay with 13 people. Our only complaint was silly.....we ran out of toilet paper lol. ##### Christi L. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Magen W. May 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magen West On A Whim- was absolutely AMAZING! My daughter had the best birthday, we didn't want to leave!! The house was very clean and roomy with plenty of things to do, lots of games for kids and adults to enjoy! You're close to town for whatever you may need and you're right beside Smith Lake Park which has tons of events and fun stuff to do around the holidays, including firework shows and much more. Highly recommend! 10/10 ##### Magen W. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Fantastic family reunion! I really don't think this property could be matched for a fabulous place to hold a family reunion. The only improvement would be replacing the rickety bridge leading to the dock, but this did not have a significant effect on our enjoyment. I was blown away when I went downstairs and saw the game room! I had been most concerned about how good a time the younger generation would have, but I just got a review from the youngest, a college kid, that it exceeded his expectations. If we have another reunion in Cullman, we would definitely want this property again. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Donna C. Sep 7, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Vacay on the lake We brought a boat so our location was great because we were close to the loading ramp and a marina was right across the lake (very convenient). We could walk to the park. There were 15 people (this included a one year old). We had 12 bath towels, needless to say there was a lot of washing going on. In the master b/room several outlets didn’t work so lamp by bed didn’t work. The porches and steps down to the dock were covered with dead leaves that had to be swept off.The loft never cooled off.The lake was great and we will definitely be coming back! ##### Donna C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim M. Oct 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house was clean & inviting. Nice peaceful location near the park where we did the weigh-in for the Smith Lake BassFest tournament. ##### Tim M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christi B. Aug 3, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wonderful and relaxing. ##### Christi B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wanda D. Jun 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a lovely stay this week. The venue was beautiful. We were very comfortable. ##### Wanda D. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brandi H. Jul 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy House is amazing and has everything you need! My family and I had the best time and hope to do it again next year! ##### Brandi H. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth R. Jul 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very suitable to our specific needs, and family structure. Great location on lake. Straightforward communication with owners. We enjoyed our stay. ##### Kenneth R. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica J. Jul 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was such a beautiful house with plenty of room for our family. It was quiet and had breathtaking sunsets. We will be back. They had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. ##### Jessica J. 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