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Grand Lodge - Welcome to your private Smith Lake retreat

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A two-story house with a deck, outdoor seating, and a covered patio. - Grand Lodge - Welcome to your private Smith Lake retreat (Arley)
A spacious interior with a wooden staircase, stone pillar, and a view through a large window. - Grand Lodge - Welcome to your private Smith Lake retreat (Arley)
A wooden staircase leading to a grassy area with a path and trees, overlooking a body of water. - Grand Lodge - Welcome to your private Smith Lake retreat (Arley)
A kitchen with a wooden island, green cabinets, and a large window. - Grand Lodge - Welcome to your private Smith Lake retreat (Arley)
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, leather furniture, and a high ceiling with exposed beams. - Grand Lodge - Welcome to your private Smith Lake retreat (Arley)
Consider a stay at Grand Lodge - Welcome to your private Smith Lake retreat and take advantage of a firepit, an arcade/games room and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

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7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 20552 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Grand Lodge - Welcome to your private Smith Lake retreat

  • Welcome to your private Smith Lake retreat.

    Nestled along one of Alabama’s most beautiful stretches of shoreline, this spacious waterfront home combines the relaxed atmosphere of lake living with the comforts of an upscale getaway. Designed for gathering, entertaining, and reconnecting, the home offers exceptional lake access, expansive outdoor living spaces, and thoughtfully curated interiors that help every guest feel immediately at ease.

    Wake each morning to sparkling water views from your private bedroom deck, enjoy coffee in the screened porch as the lake comes alive, and spend your days swimming, boating, fishing, paddleboarding, or simply relaxing on the dock.

    Inside, soaring vaulted ceilings and walls of windows fill the open-concept living space with natural light. The large gathering room flows seamlessly into a fully equipped kitchen and oversized dining area, creating the perfect setting for family meals, celebrations, and memorable evenings together.

    Every bedroom is outfitted with crisp, spa-quality cotton linens, comfortable mattresses, and peaceful lake views. Multiple outdoor decks provide room for both quiet moments and larger gatherings, while the screened porch offers a comfortable place to enjoy the outdoors throughout the day.

    Outdoor living is at the heart of the experience. Guests enjoy:
    • Private dock with excellent lake access
    • Multiple lakefront decks and outdoor seating areas
    • Gas grill and charcoal grill for outdoor cooking
    • Screened porch overlooking the water
    • Expansive sunset and lake views
    • Easy access to boating, fishing, swimming, and water sports

    Whether you’re planning a family reunion, friends’ getaway, graduation celebration, wedding weekend, or simply a relaxing escape from city life, this lakefront retreat offers the space, comfort, and setting to create lasting memories.

    Managed with a focus on hospitality and guest experience, the home is continually updated and thoughtfully maintained to provide a clean, comfortable, and elevated stay from arrival to departure.

    Come experience Smith Lake at its best.

    Bedroom 1: King size bed - private bath - located on main level
    Bedroom 2: Queen size bed - Jack & Jill bath - upper level
    Bedroom 3: Queen size bed - Jack & Jill bath - upper level
    Bedroom 4: Queen size bed - shared bath - upper level
    Bedroom 5: Queen size bed - shared bath - upper level
    Bedroom 6: Two Full over Full bunk beds - lower level
    Bedroom 7: Bunk bed with twin on top and full on bottom - lower level - full bathroom in lower level
    Sleeps in beds:16, Maximum occupancy: 20.

    WiFi service and YouTube television provided.

    If water is over 510 MSL the walkway will be under water. 510 is summer pool. check water levels at

    No More Than 20 people in house at Once; No More than 5-6 Cars at Once.

    Fire Pit seen in video and photos, is no longer functional.

    PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE PRIMARY RENTER MUST MEET THE AGE REQUIREMENT OF 25 YEARS OF AGE.

    THANKSGIVING AND CHRISTMAS RATES ARE PEAK SEASON RATES. Week of 4th of July has a 5 night minimum.

    RESERVATIONS ARE NOT CONFIRMED UNTIL YOU RETURN THE RENTAL AGREEMENT TO SMITH LAKE RENTALS. NO after-prom, graduation, frat, wedding, etc parties. Any gathering larger than the Max occupancy has to be preapproved. Violation will result in eviction

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 5,944 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 area

Located in Arley, this holiday home is on a lake. Houston Historic Jail and Clarkson Covered Bridge are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lewis Smith Lake and Tiger Field. With fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Arley travel guide
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Arley, AL

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading into a calm pool surrounded by lush greenery and rocky terrain.
    Lewis Smith Lake
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A forested cave with natural rock arches and a view of the forest canopy.
    Natural Bridge Park
    55 min drive - 74.6 km
  • WildWater Cullman
    57 min drive - 73.5 km
  • Cullman County Museum
    58 min drive - 74.5 km
  • Rickwood Caverns State Park
    58 min drive - 85.5 km

Restaurants

  • Jack's
    18 min drive
  • Subway
    19 min drive
  • Cujos Pizza
    16 min drive
  • Crickets Bakery
    31 min drive
  • Ducan
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grand Lodge - Welcome to your private Smith Lake retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Grand Lodge - Welcome to your private Smith Lake retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Grand Lodge - Welcome to your private Smith Lake retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grand Lodge - Welcome to your private Smith Lake retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Grand Lodge - Welcome to your private Smith Lake retreat located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Lewis Smith Lake and 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Tiger Field. Houston Historic Jail and Gamble Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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