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5 BR Retreat on Beautiful Smith Lake & Close to I-65

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, foosball, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12151 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

5 BR Retreat on Beautiful Smith Lake & Close to I-65

This is a beautiful, peaceful retreat for winter, spring, or summer. Whether sitting out under the overhead string lights at night or on one of the many decks, this house has an awesome view of Smith Lake to enjoy from the deck, living room, or screened-in porch! It is conveniently located near Smith Lake Park, Speegle's Marina, Smith Lake Zipline, Slippery Summit Aqua Park, WildWater Park (slides, wavepool, etc), Whitlock's Cafe, 2 produce stands, other restaurants, & only 6 miles from I-65, Exit 305 (County Road 222). Cappy's Boat Rental is less than 1/4 of a mile from the Whitehouse. It’s a perfect location to make memories with family or friends!

This house has 5 bedrooms, including a double-bunk room with a television. There are two full bathrooms and 1 washer/ 2 dryers. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything to make your stay easy & enjoyable. Lots of seating areas inside and outside. For your entertainment, there is a game room in the basement with a pool table, dart board, and a Foosball table, as well as a mounted television. On first floor you’ll find board games and lots of dvds to choose from. Two kayaks and a paddle board are also provided for your use.

This property offers tons of room outdoors for enjoying the view of the lake while relaxing or sunning on one of the spacious decks or enjoying your morning coffee on the screened-in porch. Charcoal grill & gas grill (with gas provided) are on the deck for cooking out as well as fire pit with seating for cooking your hotdogs and s'mores! Lots of graveled parking included for guests and boat trailers.

Wander down the easy, winding rock pathway to the pier which has a 10 x 14 swim deck on dock. There is room to tie up your boats or wave runners to dock and side of ramp. There is also a boat ramp 1/4 mile from the Whitehouse to launch your boats for a $5 donation (put in box). You can also park trailers (if needed beside Cappy's -launch in front if Cappy's Boat Rental).

All four tvs are Roku- living room, game room, kids' room, and master bedroom with strong WiFi.

**Please inquire about additional weekly and monthly discounts during fall and winter off-season dates. Great for business trips or interim housing needs.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The dock does not have water under it when the water level is 502 or below (this is in early fall sometimes, winter, & very early spring); however, there is always water access from the lot. Send a message to the property manager for more information about the current lake water level or check smithlake.info for current level.

Property manager

Sherry Bailey

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Spices
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Water 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
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1630 sq ft (151 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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Note from host: Pets to be preapporoved and fee is nonrefundable.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There is a portable crib for a baby.

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: Additional short-term guests must be preapporoved.
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, a first aid kit, 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Cullman, AL

What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk
  • Smith Lake Park - 7 min drive
  • WildWater Cullman - 17 min drive
  • Cullman Downtown Commercial Historic District - 19 min drive
  • Ave Maria Grotto - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Huntsville International Airport (HSV) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sunflour Bakery & Eatery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Jim B's BBQ - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Jack's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 BR Retreat on Beautiful Smith Lake & Close to I-65 pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at 5 BR Retreat on Beautiful Smith Lake & Close to I-65?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 BR Retreat on Beautiful Smith Lake & Close to I-65?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5 BR Retreat on Beautiful Smith Lake & Close to I-65 located?

This family-friendly Cullman vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lewis Smith Lake and Smith Lake Park. WildWater Cullman and Funzone are also within 9 mi (15 km).

5 BR Retreat on Beautiful Smith Lake & Close to I-65 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brianna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whitehouse/RTS
We came for RTS and it was perfect. Easy short drive to and from concert. House was adorable and very clean. Host was excellent accommodating our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Regina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Little Piece of Heaven on Earth
Home away from home. I had all the info I needed upon arrival. It was as easy as coming home. The property owner was at my discretion through text our entire stay. She made our vacation a dream. In my rental itinerary, she included attractions around Smith Lake. The attractions includes; restaurants, water parks, marinas, and boat rentals. The rental unit was immaculately clean. She left a few snacks for us weary travelers when we arrived. When I walked through the door I was at peace, relaxed and comfortable. This will be one of our frequent get away spots. We are a family of ten and we had plenty of space. Thanks for sharing your place with us. See you again soon. The Kilmers
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

LINDSAY P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Clean
The house was very clean and in a great location. The owners were super friendly and very helpful when needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and close to town
This rental has everything that you will need when staying on the lake. Kayaks, life jackets, and paddle board were all provided. All of the cooking materials that you could need along with some basic spices. The grounds are beautiful and the house sleeps a lot people comfortably. The owner was very responsive with any questions. They even provide some snacks and basic essentials such as toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags, soap, etc… i highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice stay
Property was very nice. It was out in a quiet area. The house was just right for our large family gathering.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent W.

Liked: Cleanliness
White House Review
4 friends had a great weekend at the Whitehouse. Beds were comfortable, the house was clean, we had all the necessities for a guy’s weekend of grilling, football and fishing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ernest D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A fine location!
Every one loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laureen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family friendly, close to places.
We enjoyed our stay at the Whitehouse and our very first time on Smith Lake! The house had everything we needed in the kitchen. The grill(s) cooked well also. The game room was a hit, especially with the kids. Very clean, homey feel. All the kids slept on the couch (instead of bunk beds one night) and said the couch was super comfy to sleep on. Plenty of room for our party of 13. We used the fire pit for s’mores one night until we couldn’t take the heat outside any longer! Smith lake was absolutely beautiful and we can not wait to return! Would definitely recommend staying here. Owners were super easy to communicate with, even checked on us during our stay, and left some yummy snacks for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ally S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Employee House
We got this house for our team members and there was plenty of space for them to feel comfortable. Great communication from the hosts. Would book again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krystal J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Talk about equipped!
The Whitehouse was a great place to call home away from home. The house was very well equipped. The amount of towels and washcloths available to our group was soooo very helpful. The kitchen is very well stocked. The beds were all comfortable. We loved having access to a washer and dryer and would’ve utilized the second set as well with our group if it hadn’t been broken by a previous renter. We enjoyed the game room and the kayaks. Communication with Sherry was great and she was more than happy to answer all of my questions and offer recommendations. Thank you for having nice toilet paper! 😂 My only recommendation would be to have the cleaning staff turn the air down to around 70 earlier in the day before guests check in. It was warm in the house and hot in the game room when we arrived and took all of the first day and some of the night to lower the temp enough in both areas to be comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Leigh M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Weekend Getaway
We went with 3 family’s with kids ranging 2-12 and had a great time! The white house was the perfect stay for us! Darrell and Sherry were so helpful and quick to respond. The only downside was the water was a little muddy here, but bc the water level was low at this time. But ours kids didn’t mind at all because they would “turtle hunt”.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Whitehouse!
Amazing vacation stay! The photos do not do this home justice. Much more lovely in person! Plenty of room indoors & out for our family of 12. You could not want for anything as far as food/drink preparation. Hosts were so thoughtful to provide welcome treats upon our arrival! Located perfectly and easy access to the lake & boat rentals. The sweetest hosts were very easy to communicate with and checkin/check out was a breeze. If you're looking for a lake retreat, this can't be beat! Thanks for sharing your home, Sherry & Darrell!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vaca
Wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay at Smith Lake
Our family and friends had a wonderful time staying at The Whitehouse.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Everything was nice and clean. We will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shandi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whitehouse review
What a great stay we had at the Whitehouse! The house had everything we needed and was the most well stocked home we’ve ever rented for vacation. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway!
Perfect location close enough to the “city life” but far enough to enjoy the peace and quiet of the “countryside” loved the convenience of not having to travel far to get items needed to cook or to go for a night out. The house was exactly as described.. the game room was a big hit for my son and the kayaks as well. We loved everything about it. Nice quiet area. Lovely homeowners who made our stay very welcoming! Will definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was perfect
Communication with the owner was superb, and everything about the home was flawless. An excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property, Wonderful Hospitality
Host was incredibly communicative and accommodating - very easy to work with and very responsive. The property was very clean, not a single complaint there. The house comes with a full entertainment room - fooseball, pool, darts - what’s not to love? Also enjoyed the kayaks. Water access is very easy with a nice dock and level ground to push off from. Great property, would definitely be a repeat customer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
You should definitely BOOK THIS HOUSE! 5++ stars!
WOW! We travel a lot and have used VRBO for almost all of it. We’ve stayed in some pretty nice places and recently on a trip before this not a great one :( but this home was by far the BEST. The White House renews my faith in VRBO and amazing owners. This home is what every VRBO should aim for! This house is clean, stocked, and honestly the closest property we’ve stayed in that felt like “home”! The owners are so nice and have created an amazing property. The lake and dock were great, the game room was a blast, we played a lot of pool, and there everything you would want to do on a trip. Fire pit, fishing, a hammock, kayaks, screened in porch to sit and relax and FUN! I truly hope we are back in this area next year so we can stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary E., Woodstock

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Host, Everything was perfect
This home is perfect for a family get away. Has everything you will need, even some treats were waiting for us. Game room was a big hit with the teens!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard K R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whitehouse
As advertised. Everything went perfectly
Stayed 26 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

denise g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday vacation
The place was fabulous! Extra clean and equipped with kitchen items better than my home . There were full bottles of dish detergent and hand soap , not common in Vrbo I’ve rented in past . 2 sets of washer and dryers that cleaned better than my own stuff! Locked myself out right from get go and owners responded quickly. Since it was my birthday, I wanted to invite different large groups over on different days or how many would stay the night . Never had more than 5 but could turn over laundry quickly and get ready for next batch . Bonus so many plates, cups, glasses etc. I was by myself couple nights and felt perfectly safe even though no one at nearby properties. There was corn hole and the kayaks were great. Down side was water was super low . No swinging feet in water from dock. Did get in water from there one day but was muddy. Mother Nature rules ! There is nice park not more than 3-5 miles from place though that has boat launch, nice walking area and friendly people. Great restaurants nearby.. I really can’t say enough positive comments. I would gladly return when water gets back up in spring or early summer. Need that water ..🙂
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plenty outdoor space
Amazing views and so many places to sit around and enjoy the outdoors. Screened in porch was fun for card playing. Kayaking and game room were fun for all. Plenty of space outside and inside to enjoy friends/family. Beds were super comfy. Wonderful home with well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outshines Expectations!!!
I rented the home for a family meeting place for those attending our family reunion. the house is fantastic! The welcome basket was so nice ! The kids loved the kayaks , and even swam! Everyone enjoyed the game room , but alot of time was spent fishing as well. Great place , Great hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022