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Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top-rated for families.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
Guests like the location for the scenic views.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Lewis Smith Lake
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 16
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dogs and cats allowed
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Crane Hill, AL
Lewis Smith Lake
Place, Lewis Smith Lake
1 min walk
Smith Lake Park
Place, Smith Lake Park
45 min drive
WildWater Cullman
Place, WildWater Cullman
50 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
+1
1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Bunk Beds and 2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
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.
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Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
With approval
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Property # 126458vb
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Crane Hill
Located in Crane Hill, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lewis Smith Lake and Dowling Memorial Park, while The Lily Pond an Art Gallery & Tea Room and Crooked Creek Civil War Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Wallace State Community College - 55 min drive - 62.0 km
Restaurants
The Grille At Trident Marina - 23 min drive
Cujos Pizza - 67 min drive
Rock Cafe - 24 min drive
Chef Troy's - 23 min drive
Chef Troy's Country Cuisine - 67 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 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home?
As of 1 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home on 7 September 2026 start from NZ$1,682, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home?
On-site parking is available at the property.
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?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Family Paradise - Smith Lake Home located?
Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Lewis Smith Lake and 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Dowling Memorial Park. Stoney Lonesome OHV Park and Tiger Field are also within 25 miles (40 km).
Reviews
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This property has wonderful views of the water. I enjoyed drinking my coffee on the deck each morning as the sun came up. It was very clean and spacious for all of us. I loved the quiet cove it was in. The water was clear and felt great. We will be coming back!
Family gathering for Memorial day , came from Tn,south Al, Ga,and Msplenty of room , and seating in family room and dining table was exceptional !!!!Dock was fully loaded with canoes ,paddle boards, slide and diving tower we will definitely come back !!!!!( if available )
This lake house was absolutely perfect for our family and our dogs. It felt private and somewhat secluded, which made for such a peaceful and relaxing stay. The views were beautiful both from inside the home and out on the lake.The slide and diving platform were huge hits with our kids and kept them entertained for hours. We also loved having access to the paddle boards and kayaks, which added even more fun and adventure to our trip.My husband especially enjoyed early morning fishing from the dock, while I loved sitting on the porch with my tea each morning taking in the scenery and peaceful atmosphere. After long days outside, the kids were exhausted every evening and happily slept in each morning.The host was very responsive and quick to help whenever needed. We truly enjoyed our stay and would absolutely stay here again!
Beautiful and well equipped house! The kitchen was well stocked with high end gadgets. There was wood provided for the wood burning fireplace and fire pit. It was perfect for a multi generational family Thanksgiving with two dogs!
Property is beautiful with lots of windows for viewing the lake. Plenty of room for gathering or for finding a quiet space. Kitchen has everything needed and room for cooking together. Second year to rent this property and hope to rent again.
Our stay was amazing! The house is beautiful and the views are amazing. The house was comfy and had enough room for our family. We loved the boat dock and slide. Host was pleasant tho we had no issues. We would stay again for sure! We stayed during a bass tournament so we got to see so many boats cruising around.
Fabulous views, huge great room and dining table, super fun game room with foosball, pool, ping-pong, checkers/chess table, and much more! The dock was massive - lots of room to dock our jetski and rented pontoon boat. The location was wonderful - off the main part of the lake to reduce traffic, but close to Dustin Point Marina (pontoon boat rental) and The Lost Cove (jetski launch). The owners are super responsive to all inquires and text message. We can't wait to go back next year!
The house was very beautiful, spacious, and accommodating. Clear instructions how to operate everything. All the bedrooms were big, plenty of bathrooms, plenty of seating in living room and dining room. Great swimming area with diving platform and water slide. Our family had a blast!! We will definitely stay here again.
This place is absolutely amazing. Plenty of room for several grown men and all the extras you need to feel at home and relax. The owners are incredibly helpful and accommodating. I’d recommend this place to anyone!
We had a wonderful and relaximg weekend enjoying the beautiful view from the porch and the nice weather.
Randy W.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
About the host
Hosted by Shannon Haskins
My wife, Shannon and I have a passion for marriage and family ministry. Family Paradise was built with a vision of drawing families closer, creating life long memories; a place of rest and inspiration. In Spring, Summer and Fall we cater to family vacations and reunions. In winter, we focus on church retreats, including, mens, womens, marriage, youth, young adults & church leadership planing. We live in Bimingham, AL with our 4 children, Sammy, Megan, David & Emily.
Why they chose this property
Smith Lake is one of the cleanest and most beautiful lakes in the country. It is conviently located 1 hour from Birmingham and Huntsville, 2 hours from Nashville and 4 hours from Memphis. The rural setting provides the perfect setting to relax and enjoy some quality family time.
What makes this property unique
Surrounded on 3 sides by water, Family Paradise offers an amazing lake experience. The gentle sloping lot minimizes the number of steps to the water. The house was designed specifically for larger groups including beds in bedrooms for 14 and a huge kitchen table for 12. The kitchen is stocked with pots, pan and appliances to serve these large groups. The dock and swim platform are huge with fun for all ages. We also provide 1 open slips if you need to dock your owned or rented boat.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests