Scout's Hideaway on Beautiful Smith Lake

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 467 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Enjoy the area

Arley, AL

Lewis Smith Lake1 min walk
Tiger Field12 min drive
Smith Lake Park63 min drive
Huntsville, AL (HSV-Huntsville Intl.)70 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Fully furnished lake cabin perfect for couples or small families. 2 BR 1 BA tucked away on the upper part of the beautiful Rock Creek branch of Smith Lake. Stretch out on the swim pier and enjoy 220 feet of shoreline on this wooded three-acre lot, or canoe to the headwaters and see some incredible limestone bluffs. Shower under the stars and moon or the early morning sun in the (hot/cold) outdoor shower. Peaceful and secluded, but minutes away from conveniences in Arley and Addison. Dine indoors or enjoy the outdoors on the deck. 1 queen bed, 2 bunk beds. Central heat and air. Free fiber optic Wifi. No telephone landline.

Property manager

Jon Wesson

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guest agrees to all terms of the attached rental agreement whether or not signed or returned to homeowner.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Arley

Located in Arley, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Houston Historic Jail and Clarkson Covered Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sipsey Trailhead and Borden Trailhead. Sportsman Lake Park and WildWater Cullman are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, water skiing, and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

Arley, AL

What's nearby

Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk
Tiger Field - 12 min drive
Houston Historic Jail - 19 min drive
WildWater Cullman - 47 min drive
Smith Lake Park - 63 min drive

Restaurants

Chef Troy's Talk of the Town - 20 min drive
Arley Coffee Shop - 12 min drive
John's Bar-B-Que Addison - 16 min drive
La Plaza Bonita Mexican Restaurant - 12 min drive
Smith's BBQ - 18 min drive

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jenay B.

28 April 2024

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

Quiet Family Time

We met are Airman for his birthday. The cabin was off the beaten track and was cozy, cute, quiet and relaxing. We had fun fishing, playing cards and spending time together. Little lizard scampered about, the canoes offered a way to be on the lake and we enjoyed evenings grilling out and by the fire. The owner was helpful, accommodating, and replied to all our request and needs immediately. Wonderful getaway!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela W.

12 April 2024

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

Hidden Gem

My husband and I along with our maltipoo went for a short weekend getaway and it was wonderful. The house is perfect for a small family. The house had everything we needed and the Wifi was a huge plus since we had no service. We enjoyed fishing— there’s always a bite no matter where you go in the lake. The check-in process was smooth and we have no complaints. We look forward to returning.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonya C.

19 February 2024

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

Smith Lake

Secluded & quiet! Cabin was nicely furnished very cozy.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

18 January 2024

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

Sweet and private getaway

Loved this charming cabin. The hosts have done a great job updating it so it has everything you could want, and is homey and comfortable. The spot is very private with trees all around unlike some lake properties that have all the natural growth cut down. Plus I was able to bring my little dog. We’ll be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim E.

30 July 2023

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

Rock the South

went to the rock the south music festival in Cullman

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jon Wesson

We have been married for more than thirty years and work together in a small law practice. Jon sees to Scout's Hideaway, keeping it in pristine shape for our guests. I (Jackie) teach law three times per week. We have cats, dogs, chickens, and bees here at home and foster animals for some local rescues. Nature is our means of rejuvenating, replenishing our stores, and calming our minds.

Why they chose this property

We built Scout's Hideaway so that we would have a place that, while close to home, feels like it is a million miles away. Worries melt and stress disappears when we visit this wonderful getaway. Our guests say the same thing. There is something magical here and we see it and feel it year-round - from the wildflowers in the spring, the lush greens of summer reflecting in the water, the beautiful copper and brown leaves of fall, or the quiet stillness of winter. The large 6-foot windows afford expansive vistas no matter the time of year.