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Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8

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Sit back and relax with this view
Fabulous Fire Pit view
Outside living space
Outside living space

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8

Relax and unwind at Rock Creek Retreat, a beautiful lakefront home overlooking the clear waters of Smith Lake’s Rock Creek. With stunning views, comfortable accommodations, and plenty of indoor and outdoor space, this retreat is perfect for families, couples, or friends looking for a memorable lake getaway.

The home comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests and features a spacious master bedroom with a king bed, two queen bedrooms on the main level, and a basement bunk room with a twin-over-full bunk bed. Two full bathrooms provide plenty of space for everyone.

The open-concept kitchen and den on the main level create a great space for gathering, dining, and relaxing together. The home includes three Smart TVs (two on the main level and one in the basement) with streaming apps such as YouTube TV, Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and Pandora. Guests are also welcome to bring their own streaming devices (Apple TV, Roku, Fire Stick, etc.).

Step outside to enjoy the best part of lake living. The home features a screened-in porch and a large wrap-around deck with plenty of seating and tables for outdoor dining, relaxing, and taking in the lake views. Fire up the gas grill for dinner or gather around the fire pit in the evening.

Down at the water, the private boat dock sits in a quiet area away from heavy boat traffic, making it ideal for swimming, relaxing, or simply enjoying the lake. Guests can also explore the water using the two paddleboards provided.

The house comes fully stocked with everything needed for a comfortable stay, including linens, towels, a coffee bar, a fully equipped kitchen, and essential housekeeping items.

For boating and supplies:
• Closest marina (by land and water): Triple Creek Marina
• Closest boat launches: Swayback Bridge Ramp and Triple Creek Marina

Whether you're spending the day on the water, relaxing on the dock, or enjoying the view from the deck, Rock Creek Retreat offers the perfect place to slow down and experience the beauty of Smith Lake.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Arley

Located in Arley, this holiday home is on a lake. Crooked Creek Civil War Museum and Cullman County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sportsman Lake Park and WildWater Cullman. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, waterskiing and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Arley, AL

What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • WildWater Cullman - 40 min drive - 50.5 km
  • Heritage Park Cullman - 40 min drive - 51.2 km
  • Smith Lake Park - 46 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Stone Bridge Farms - 48 min drive - 60.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪La Plaza Bonita - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Arley Coffee Shop - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Talk Of The Town - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Smith's BBQ - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Sonny's Catfish Cafe - ‬38 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8?

As of 16 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8 on 17 May 2026 start from NZ$338, 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 Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8 located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lewis Smith Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Dowling Memorial Park and Tiger Field. Houston Historic Jail and Clarkson Covered Bridge are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it! Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Solid location, excellent view and very spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay with great views of the lake. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot on the lake! Well stocked home. Easy communication with host. My husband, kids and I all had a blast! Incredible lake views!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

M&B G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I appreciated Anthony's timely responses and his kind flexibility with our requests/need to make adjustments to our arrival. The Cottage was a perfect spot to relax and rest. It was clean, quiet, beautifully decorated and the beds were so comfy.... the screened in porch and deck with rockers were favorite spots; and the view was so peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property!

We loved our stay here! Perfect remote getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rest and Relaxation

Wonderful property tucked away in a secluded nook offering ample opportunities for family fun. We enjoyed sitting on the deck and looking at a great view of the lake. The hosts were easy to communicate with and provided everything we needed for rest and relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Getaway

We had the best time, cooking, visiting, and sitting by the water at this beautiful retreat. Everything was as described, and the scenery was magical.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend getaway

This was the perfect, quite get a way for Labor Day weekend. We would absolutely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place!

Beautiful lake house, great views, house was very roomy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet Home Alabama

The property was pefect for our stay. We are building a home in Arley and have stayed at two other locations on Smith Lake prior to this one. This will be the one we plan to stay at again. The rental is fantastic and the views are amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Cabin

Very nice beautiful view
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend visit

House was great. Very relaxing time spent on porch and deck. Very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Smith lake trip

Very nice place. We liked the view we had everything we needed in the house
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot!

We had a wonderful time staying at this comfy and cute cabin on beautiful Smith Lake. We enjoyed using the paddle boards to explore the lake and swimming off the dock every day. The cabin was clean and the deck is absolutely fabulous. We would definitely come back anytime!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and quiet, with a nice view of the lake and surrounding property. It is sort of off the beaten path, with a narrow winding road to the property, which allows for walking around the lakeside. Friendly neighbors. We enjoyed fishing off of the floating dock, but the steps to the floating dock may be an issue for some, as there are some 60 steps.on a steep incline. Basic amenities are provided. Recommend getting provisions before arriving, as it is about a 30 minute drive for eating out or shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Really great property. Everything was clean and communication with the owner was amazing and prompt. No issues whatsoever.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful friends retreat!

Hosts were wonderful. Communicated well, even allowed us to check in early since we had people traveling from all over the south. Clean, well decorated lake house. Will highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Guys trip to the lake!

Great cabin for our guys weekend trip! Lots of space to spread out, super clean, well appointed kitchen, and fantastic outdoor space and view of the lake! The house had great privacy and was in a very quiet neighborhood on my favorite part of the lake! We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Getaway!

This was perfect for our family’s lake getaway! Everything was very clean and well stocked. The owner was very easy to get in touch with when we had a couple of questions. 10/10!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorial Day Weekend 2024

We really enjoyed the property. It was very neat and clean with nice amenities. We rented a boat so it was very nice to be able to use the slip to keep the boat. We also enjoyed swimming off the dock and using the float that was there. I would definitely stay at this property again
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yates

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake fun

Easy going
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

quiet and remote

Nice property and beautiful view of the Lake. The only drawback is that the last mile of road to get to the property can be difficult to navigate.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Britain W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy place with a view

This place gives you the cabin feel but with modern amenities. Plenty of activities provided from puzzles to paddle boards. All main areas of the cabin are on one level which is nice for older guests. We brought my grandmother and she had no trouble getting around by herself.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A. W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for family with children

Great location on Smith Lake with dock for boats, swimming, paddle boarding. The house was clean & well-stocked with clear instructions. The owner was available as needed. Would recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Keith and Beth Welch

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Why they chose this property

We are so happy to offer our relaxing lake home to you to enjoy. We love the quiet location and spectacular view from the deck.

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