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Clearwater Shores-Waterfront Stunning Views-Smith Lake, AL-5 Bedrooms-Near I-65

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Signature View from the Main Deck.  No houses or docks.  Rare on Smith Lake.  STUNNING!
New Lakeside Deck & Pavilion with Comfortable Sitting, Back Bar, Large Bench, Firepit and VIEWS!
Dramatic Views from the Main Deck
Side View of Clearwater Shores
Dog Friendly at Clearwater Shores - Mack on The Lakeside Deck

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12353.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Bremen, AL
  • Lewis Smith Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Smith Lake Park
  • Goat Island

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Lower Level Family / Game Room

2 Single Beds

Lower-Level Lakeside King

1 King Bed

Main Level Lakeside Master King

1 King Bed

Main Level Living Room

1 Single Bed

Upper Level King Family Suite

1 King Bed

Upper Level Lakeside King

1 King Bed

Upper Level Trundle Bedroom or King plus Trundle

4 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Powder Room

Toilet

Master En Suite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upper Level Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Clearwater Shores-Waterfront Stunning Views-Smith Lake, AL-5 Bedrooms-Near I-65

Clearwater Shores on Smith Lake, AL with stunning lake views is a 3,800 SF 5 Bedroom, 3 1/2 Bathroom Lake Home with incredible long views of Smith Lake and Kinney Mountain in the Simpson Creek/Ryan Creek area. Just 15 minutes from I-65. Sleeps up to 12 including 3 King Bedrooms with lake views from bed, 1 King Family Suite with adjacent Bedroom with 2 Double Trundle beds (4 Twins). 4 Kings is very rare! Perfect for 4 couples with a few kids. Dog friendly!

Clearwater Shores vacation home has a very comfortable, large updated Living Room with a relaxing seating area with great views adjacent to a newly renovated fully equipped gourmet Kitchen with an island with NEW Samsung stainless steel appliances plus Dining on a custom-made square dining table for 12 plus 3 bar stools on the new kitchen island. There is also a Large Flat Screen Smart TV. There is a recently added built-in Beverage Center off the new Kitchen. The adjacent Main Deck has plenty of new Pollywood seating including a dining table for 10 and a bar height table with three chairs…all with incredible views and a new Traeger Smoker Grill.

There is great 12 volt, switched and solar lighting located throughout the property...stairs, fences and rock outcroppings. The lighting creates a great mood in all areas. Guests comment about the amazing lighting frequently.

The Lower-Level Family Room is perfect for families or groups of friends...with a pool table, air hockey, four vintage video games (new "old time" NFL game), piano, guitar and Large Flat Screen Smart TV to watch "the game". Even the Lower Level still has dramatic views of the lake. There is outdoor table and seating for four on the patio plus a Weber Grill for those who don't use the Traeger. Play cornhole on the flat lawn just outside the door.

The Bedrooms are large with comfortable beds. Three of them (Kings) have incredible views of Smith Lake. There are blackout drapes so our guests can sleep in! We can fit a blow-up mattress in two of the King Bedrooms if necessary. We have them for you. We just need to know to set them up. The Master has a large, newly renovated en-suite bathroom.

Our guests love the Outdoor Spaces! There are numerous outdoor areas with comfortable seating...on the Main Floor Deck with all new Pollywood furniture with a Traeger Grill, a Patio on the Lower Level with seating, a swing and a Weber Grill plus two flat lawn areas for games or relaxing. The Lakeside Deck now has a Pavilion with soft seating and a bar with an Owner-made "river table" top, four blue Adirondack Chairs and a Solo Stove Firepit, Owner-made bench...spectacular views. Enjoy the new Swing Chair hand-made in Colorado too. Clearwater Shores has a brand-new Dock with a Guest Slip to use for their own boat or a rental. Swim off the new dock Swim Platform into the clear Smith Lake. There are numerous places to rent pontoons and jet skis.

Clearwater Shores has a NEW wall mural created by local Cullman, AL artist Laura Walker that runs the 140' length of the driveway. It is incredible and our guests love looking at it...but, also trying to find the 11 things that are different than the rocks and trees that make the majority of this amazing wall mural. Worth the stay on it's own!

There is a laundry area with a full-sized washer and dryer plus an iron and ironing board on the Main Level There is a supply of laundry detergent as well. We have dog bowls and a few treats for our fury friends.

Smith Lake is about 21,200 acres with about 660 miles of shoreline. It is the second cleanest lake in the United States next to Lake Tahoe. You can see to the bottom in a lot of places...but, it is also deep and very swimmable. It is one the best fishing lakes in the Southeast with Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Stripers, Hybrids and more. Smith Lake is home to numerous fishing tournaments held throughout the year. There is parking for trucks and trailers for our professional and amateur fisher people.

Clearwater Shores is truly special. If you haven't read about it yet...these are some of the best views on the lake. Also, it feels very private! Clearwater Shores is close to Trident Marina by boat (12 minutes) or car (9 minutes) which has a great restaurant called The Grille at Trident Marina...and boat rentals. It is also close to Smith Lake Park and Smith Lake Marina...home to the Sugar Shack for "goodies" and lake toys plus the all new Drifters Restaurant. There is a boat or PWC slip for our guests right in front of Clearwater Shores on our dock. It is also an easy drive to Smith Lake State Park which has a public ramp. By the way, the fishing is excellent! Largemouth and Spotted Bass, Striped Bass, Crappie and Catfish! There is even fly fishing for Rainbow Trout below the dam on the Black Warrior River. Guides available at Riverside Fly Shop in Bug Tussle, AL.

Clearwater Shores is equal distance (about an hour) from both Birmingham, AL and Huntsville, AL and just 15 minutes off Highway I-65 at Exit 299 (Dodge City, AL). This unique lake home is less than 2 1/2 Hours from Nashville, TN, 90 minutes from Chattanooga, TN, a little over 3 Hours from Memphis, TN and Atlanta, GA and about 4 Hours from Jackson, MS. Best place to fly into is probably Birmingham or even Nashville.

Come spend time at Clearwater Shores at Smith Lake and you will be back. See ya'll soon! Thank you.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
One Bedroom is perfect for kids...a Double Trundle
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Events

No events allowed
No events larger than the number of guests staying
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs only as Owners are allergic to cats.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There are outdoor only areas for smoking.
Guest must sign short term rental agreement within 24 hours after booking
Security deposit is a "hold only" for $1,000 held 2 days prior to arrival
All activities including use of the lake are at the risk of each guest.

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
Note from host: No events larger than the number of guests staying
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bremen

Located in Bremen, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Clarkson Covered Bridge and Houston Historic Jail are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include WildWater Cullman and Funzone. Consider Stone Bridge Farms for a night out or Sportsman Lake Park if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bremen, AL

What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • WildWater Cullman - 37 min drive - 35.2 km
  • Sportsman Lake Park - 40 min drive - 40.2 km
  • Ave Maria Grotto - 43 min drive - 40.7 km
  • Wallace State Community College - 45 min drive - 35.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Whitlock's Cafe - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Drifters On The Lake - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Brother’s At Smith Lake - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Tubbs' Redneck Yatch Club - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pop's Place - ‬36 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Clearwater Shores-Waterfront Stunning Views-Smith Lake, AL-5 Bedrooms-Near I-65 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Clearwater Shores-Waterfront Stunning Views-Smith Lake, AL-5 Bedrooms-Near I-65?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Clearwater Shores-Waterfront Stunning Views-Smith Lake, AL-5 Bedrooms-Near I-65?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Clearwater Shores-Waterfront Stunning Views-Smith Lake, AL-5 Bedrooms-Near I-65 located?

This family-friendly Bremen holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Lewis Smith Lake and within 12 mi (20 km) of Stoney Lonesome OHV Park and Dowling Memorial Park. WildWater Cullman and Funzone are also within 20 miles (32 km).

About the host

Hosted by Bob Ekman

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Bob & Karen Ekman are the proud Owners of Clearwater Shores on Smith Lake in North Central Alabama. Bob has been in the hospitality industry (Marriott, IHG, Owned and Operated Hospitality Management & Development Companies) for over 44 years and Karen is a high-end Residential and Commercial Interior Designer. You will be able to tell when you walk in the door. They are originally from the Chicago area and now reside in Brentwood, TN... South Suburb of Nashville. They also own Grass Lake Lodge in Big Rapids, MI (Listing #1491632) which is on VRBO and Airbnb as well. It has been highly successful and has hosted well over 375 groups since 2019. Nothing but perfect reviews for both properties on Airbnb and VRBO. Bob & Karen are in love with Smith Lake, AL and all it has to offer. They will take great care of you and your group and know you will LOVE Clearwater Shores.

As them about the song written and recorded about the view of Kinney Mountain from Clearwater Shores. It was written by a few Nashville songwriters and Bob during a stay in 2023. Bob will send it to you if you ask so you can play it for your family or guests while staying at Clearwater Shores. The song is "Kinney Mountain". Pretty cool!

Why they chose this property

Truly one-of-one luxury vacation rental on Smith Lake in North Central Alabama. Smith Lake is one of the cleanest lakes in the US and is excellent for fishing, boating and site seeing. Clearwater Shores is ideal for multi-generational families, groups of friends, corporate retreats, professional and amateur fishermen and people just looking to relax and stare at the amazing views. Clearwater Shores is rare indeed as the view of the land across is called Kinney Mountain and it does not have any homes or docks. A song was written and recorded about the view from Clearwater Shores called "Kinney Mountain". Also long views of Smith Lake in the Simpson Creek/Ryan Creek area. Close to Trident Marina and Grill and Smith Lake Park. Only 15 minutes off I-65 (Exit 299 at Dodge City). Only 5 of 5 reviews since the first guests in 2022.

Owners are Premier Hosts for VRBO and and have nothing but 10 of 10 reviews for this and their other property in Michigan. They also have perfect scores for both properties on Airbnb. They understand hospitality and the needs of families, groups of friends, corporate retreats, professional fishermen for tournaments, sports groups and more. They have invested over $250K in the property since they purchased it in late 2022...new Dock, new Lakeside Deck & Pavilion, new Main Deck Pollywood furniture, new Gourmet Kitchen, new Beverage Center, stunning new outdoor 12-volt lighting system throughout the property and many other subtle improvements in pretty much all rooms of the house.

Clearwater Shores is rare indeed! Please read the reviews to see just why. Thank you.

What makes this property unique

Clearwater Shores has a Guest Dock with a single slip for boats. There is a rare Lakeside Deck & Pavilion with comfortable soft seating stools, a back bar, four Adirondack Chairs and a Solo Stove Firepit plus incredible lighting. There are several flat areas including two lawns, a fire pit and decks and patios. The "kids" love the Game Room with a pool table, air hockey and 4 vintage arcade games. Of the five Bedrooms, 4 are Kings, 3 of which have dramatic lake views and the other is a King Family Suite with a connecting Double Trundle Bedroom which can be converted to a King plus One Trundle Bed. Fully stocked new Kitchen with a new Beverage Center and coffee station with views and a Dining Room with seating up to 12 people. Spectacular living room off the decks, dock and patio with plenty of seating with stunning lake views and a new Traeger Grill. Our guests LOVE IT! 5 of 5 reviews!

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