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Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home

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Property grounds
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Game room

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home

This home sits on a very private point lot with 700 feet of water frontage. It was designed for multiple families with kids. The view is absolutely spectacular with water on 3 sides and views from almost every room in the house. It is roughly 3,000 square feet and has a additional 2,100 square feet of balconies and decks. There are two great rooms, one for the adults and a second for the kids. The upstairs has 20' vaulted ceilings throughout. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and a Keurig Coffee machine. The huge, custom built square table seats 12 for family meals and two additional bar top chairs are at the kitchen counter top. For outdoor cooking, there is a large, high end, gas grill and a wood burning smoker.

There are two masters with one upstairs and the second down. The third and fourth bedrooms are downstairs. The game room includes a pool table, ping pong, foosball table, games and puzzles. We have a flat screen tv on the main level with Directv as well as two tv's on the bottom level, one in the master downstairs and one in the main room. We just installed a new "Starlink" wireless service with over 100M access speed, if you need to connect your laptop.

Satellite TV (DirecTV) - Three TV's
Cell Phone coverage is good with 5G availability
Nearest Marina/boat launch: About 5-10 minutes by road and less than 5 minutes by water
Water Level: Very deep.

The outside balconies and decks wrap three sides of the house. The lighted walkway leads down to the enormous three slip boat house and swim platform. The water slide is connected to city water for hours of fun in the lake. A deck box is available with life preservers for all sizes. There are plenty of chairs and chaise lounges by the house that can be brought down to the dock to use. Pontoon boat rentals are made through Duskin Point Marina. You are also welcome to bring your own boat.

The boat house includes 1 open slip for 1 boat and additional side docking for 3-4 more.

Smith Lake is rated as the third cleanest lake in the country. You must see it to believe it. There are 500 miles of shoreline with over 21,200 acres of water. There is fantastic swimming, fishing, boating and skiing. Much of the lake is in the Bankhead National Forest with miles of undisturbed wooded shores and spectacular views.

We are located very close to the Smith Lake dam and is also near Duskin Point Marina (great for refueling and a quick snack). It is 55 minutes from Birmingham, 2 hours from Nashville and 4 hours from Memphis.

Keywords: House

Property manager

Shannon Haskins

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Jet skiing 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: with approval
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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

Family Paradise Smith Lake Home House Crane Hill
Family Paradise Smith Lake Home Crane Hill
Family Parase Smith Crane Hil
Family Paradise Smith Home
Family Paradise- Smith Lake Home Crane Hill
Family Paradise- Smith Lake Home Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Crane Hill, AL

What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Smith Lake Park - 54 min drive - 35.8 km
  • Cullman Downtown Commercial Historic District - 56 min drive - 49.8 km
  • Ave Maria Grotto - 61 min drive - 53.5 km
  • Rickwood Caverns State Park - 66 min drive - 55.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cujo's Pizza - ‬67 min drive
  • ‪Chef Troy's Country Cuisine - ‬67 min drive
  • ‪Mikes BBQ - ‬67 min drive
  • ‪Cold Springs Grill - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Butterbeans - ‬66 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home located?

This family-friendly Crane Hill vacation home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lewis Smith Lake, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Tiger Field and Smith Lake Park. WildWater Cullman and Funzone are also within 32 mi (52 km).

Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 217 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 217 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Surprise Birthday Party
I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenese M., Bremen USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Relaxing. Good fishing. Great place for family and friends. Plenty of indoor and outdoor space
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake trip before surgery
It was wonderful the weather was perfect. We had a great time everyone loved the dock with the slide and platform. got some great pictures of that. Layout was good. nothing negative but a store is not close so you need to know that so you will know what all to take it was great? Host were great to work with. Thank you Shannon
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we expected
Wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Drew K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retirement Party
Spent 4 days at the Lake house. Had a blast. Invited some friends and co-workers to a party to celebrate my Retirement. Beautiful property. Had everything that we needed. Lots of seating, both inside and out. The steps into the water were wonderful. Don’t use “Waze” to find the location. Google or Apple Maps work best. I look forward to staying there again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation
We really enjoyed our stay. House is beautiful with great view. Kitchen had everything we needed. The pool table was in use all the time except when we were floating in the lake. Several of us really enjoyed the paddle boards. That is a great amenity. Very peaceful on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
This property is exactly as it is described! Had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
Loved everything about this place. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chasity S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dad’s 75th birthday celebration!
Family Paradise was the perfect setting for my family to celebrate my dad’s 75th birthday. The house was set on a beautiful cove with breathtaking lake views. We enjoyed the kayaks, slide, and jump platform. We tried to fish , but were never able to catch anything. Shannon was very responsive and able to answer all questions we had leading up to the trip. I would definitely recommend staying at this location, and I hope we can again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Renters
My sisters family and my family met there for the weekend! It was just as described actually maybe more fun and roomy than we thought. Kid friendly and safe for pet. We had a very Good time and recommend anyone looking. The water is perfect there. It’s deep and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View
My family truly enjoyed our stay at Family Paradise. The beautiful lake view is the star of this vacation home. We enjoyed the large kitchen and eating area, as well. There is plenty of seating throughout and even a pool table. If you are looking for a relaxing stay on the lake with plenty of room for family and/or friends, this is it. Unrelated to the home, I was disappointed to see that previous renters had broken bottles and left cans on the lakeshore. I don't know how to stop this, but it was sad to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenese M., Bremen USA

Ready for another visit
Great place to stay. Hope to rent there again this summer. Relaxing and fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway with friends.
The lake house was just as nice as advertised. The bedrooms were nice and clean with comfortable beds. Kitchen had all the amenities and the furniture was plentiful and comfortable. Huge bay windows provided a great view of the lake with beautiful sunsets. The property is as secluded as you can ask for for such a popular lake. I highly recommend the property to large groups.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Guys Trip
For years now, our friend group has done an annual weekend trip to catch up and relax. This place is so perfect for that that we might have to make it a regular location! Amazing views, plenty of beds and room. Just an incredible stay that we’d recommend to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
SWEET PLACE
The home is fabulous! Amazing views and lots of things to do for "kids" of all ages!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Autumn Delight
The amazing views from this property are endless! Family Paradise rests at the mid-focal point of the cove! This lake retreat was perfect for our multi-generational (20's through 80's) family holiday celebration! The kitchen is large and fully stocked with pots, pans, utensils, and appliances! The walk-thru butler's pantry is perfect for holding your groceries! We cooked, baked, ate, laughed, and enjoyed the breathtaking views from every window! Highlights: fishing off the dock, sitting around the firepit in the evenings, taking in the views from the swivel chairs on the top deck, playing pool, and playing cards at the large family table! Family Paradise feels like the lake house that has been in your family for years! The owners are excellent and the process to rent and stay at Family Paradise is easy to follow! Family Paradise is Smith Lake VRBO vacationing at its best!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Paradise
Property was very nice and provided for a relaxing weekend with incredible view. Directions for everything were clearly spelled out.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay!
This lovely home has EVERYTHING! Beautiful views, well-equipped home, and outstanding communication with Shannon, the owner. So spacious and so much to enjoy - you will not be disappointed. Highly recommend!! We had a great time and hope to visit again soon. Thank you, Shannon!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol R., Birmingham, AL

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for a Family Lake trip
The property was perfect for a family trip with young kids. The dock had so many things to play with and the kids loved the slide. The house has a beautiful view of the lake!! And the large dining table and couches were perfect for our group.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Perfect
This property was perfect for our family gathering. The view is stunning! It’s very private and they amenities were so nice. The dock was a great place to enjoy lots of swimming without worry of other boaters. Our kids in the group loved the slide, flat form jump, paddle boards, and inflatable lounge. Our communication with the owners couldn’t have been any better and it was so easy. Thanks for sharing this beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lake House View
Family Paradise was a perfect fit for our family. There was just enough bedrooms for all of us. The view of the lake was amazing from most rooms and decks! It was fun to have the diving platform and water slide! We would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor W., Florence, AL

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spacious house!
Had a wonderful weekend catching up with a handful of old Highschool buddies. Enjoyed the huge kitchen, dining area every morning and evening. What a view! Spent Saturday viewing the lake on a boat that we brought. It was great having a dock to park it under! Spent the last evening swimming and relaxing on the dock! This is the nicest place I've stayed in Smith lake! 5 stars
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023