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Luxurious French Country Estate on Smith Lake- Flat yard, dock, fiber internet!

Family-friendly holiday home in Arley

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Escape to this inviting lake-home on a serene Smith Lake peninsula, where you'll unwind with family and friends. Enjoy fabulous views from every porch, indulge in karaoke and foosball fun in the basement entertainment space, or relax by the fireplace on the main deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12256 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$1,779
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxurious French Country Estate on Smith Lake- Flat yard, dock, fiber internet!

New to the rental market, this warm family lake-home is what you would want if you could retire right now with your entire family! Located on a quiet peninsula of Smith lake, this house features luxurious beds, family room, adult & kids entertainment (karaoke, foosball, smart TVs, video games, board games) basement, and fabulous lake views from every porch. There are three levels of porches including an upper sun deck (star gazing), main deck with large family table, gas grill, fireplace, and ground level porch. Large entertainment kitchen with two sinks, gas range, large fridge/freezer, modern oven and microwave. The tankless hot water heater ensures the last one to shower is never left in the cold. The almost flat yard makes for an easy walk for all ages down to the dock for swimming, fishing and water sports. With nearby marinas (Duskin and Trident), you can rent a boat or launch your own boat.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Dock
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 2,760 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 27

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

Rules

Please observe reduced noice time between 10PM and
Put garbage can at top of driveway (front facing) . Do not leave trash outside of the trash can. $50 extra charge if this occurs.
Please be respectful of our neighbors

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Arley is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lewis Smith Lake and Tiger Field, while The Lily Pond an Art Gallery & Tea Room and Crooked Creek Civil War Museum are cultural highlights. Visit our Arley travel guide
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Arley, AL

What's nearby

  • Final resting place for Brother Joseph, who created the art that is known as Ave Maria Grotto.This is a cemetery of only monks in residence at St. Bernard Abbey. Ave Maria Grotto, in Cullman, Alabama, is a landscaped, 4-acre park in an old quarry on the grounds of St. Bernard Abbey, providing a garden setting for 125 miniature reproductions of some of the most famous religious structures of the world. It was added to the Alabama Register of Landmarks and Heritage on February 24, 1976, and to the National Register of Historic Places on January 19, 1984. The stone and concrete models are the work of Brother Joseph Zoettl, a Benedictine monk of St. Bernard's Abbey, who devoted some 50 years to the project, the last three decades (1932 to 1961) almost without interruption. They incorporate discarded building supplies, bricks, marbles, tiles, pipes, sea shells, marbles, plastic animals, costume jewellery, toilet bowl floats and cold cream jars. Born in 1878 in the Kingdom of Bavaria, Brother Joseph was maimed in an accident that left him slightly hunched due to cervical kyphosis. He immigrated to the United States as a teenager, settling in northern Alabama. Soon afterward he began studying at the newly founded Benedictine monastery of St. Bernard, where he took his vows in 1897. Br. Joseph was not allowed to be ordained as a priest, due to the rule of the period that stated any man with a distracting disability could not be ordained a priest. He ran the monastery’s power plant and was, even by a monk's standards, a withdrawn, quiet man. Brother Joseph rarely left Alabama, where he died in 1961.
    Ave Maria Grotto
    59 min drive - 70.1 km
  • Lewis Smith Lake
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Houston Historic Jail
    20 min drive - 18.2 km
  • WildWater Cullman
    56 min drive - 66.4 km
  • Larkwood Falls
    61 min drive - 70.7 km

Restaurants

  • La Plaza Bonita
    10 min drive
  • Arley Coffee Shop
    10 min drive
  • Talk Of The Town
    21 min drive
  • Sonny's Catfish Cafe
    24 min drive
  • Izzy's Deli

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxurious French Country Estate on Smith Lake- Flat yard, dock, fiber internet! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Luxurious French Country Estate on Smith Lake- Flat yard, dock, fiber internet!?

As of 25 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxurious French Country Estate on Smith Lake- Flat yard, dock, fiber internet! on 26 Jan 2026 start from AU$1,779.35, 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 Luxurious French Country Estate on Smith Lake- Flat yard, dock, fiber internet!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxurious French Country Estate on Smith Lake- Flat yard, dock, fiber internet!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxurious French Country Estate on Smith Lake- Flat yard, dock, fiber internet!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxurious French Country Estate on Smith Lake- Flat yard, dock, fiber internet! located?

Located in Arley, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Lewis Smith Lake and within 12 mi (20 km) of Tiger Field and Houston Historic Jail. Dowling Memorial Park and Gamble Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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Luxurious French Country Estate on Smith Lake- Flat yard, dock, fiber internet! Reviews

Reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kyle C.

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

Great Time at the Lake

Property was beautiful as listed. Great location. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

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

Great property and location

Great property and excellent location in Arley. The home is very clean and the property owner has taken excellent care of the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne B.

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

Summer lake trip

We loved the house and the property. We were so comfortable !! The dock and toys were so nice! We want to stay again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

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

ONE FOR THE BOOKS

Gorgeous, have a large family, house was well kept and well stocked for a wonderful family experience! BEST YET!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meg H.

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

80th birthday family celebration

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful home on Smith Lake. The home had everything we needed for meal prep etc and lots of space for family to spend time together. The view was amazing and the dock was wonderful. We rented a pontoon boat for the weekend and it was really easy to get to and from the marina. We would absolutely stay at this home again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Girls weekend get a way!

This home is beautiful and so inviting! We had our annual girls get-a-way weekend last weekend. We've stayed in a lot of VRBO's and this one is definitely at the top of the list. Booking was easy, communication A+, very clean, so cozy, beautiful views, easy access to their dock and plenty of lake amenities. We'll be back next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

A wonderful stay!!!! Highly reccomend!

An absolutely wonderful stay! My friends (10 adults) go on a Smith Lake trip every year and we FINALLY found the house we’re gonna go back to year after year!! Had everything we needed, great comfy beds, plenty of communal space. We loved that there were many options for spaces to hang out around the house. The hosts and property managers were incredibly responsive and helpful. The dock was awesome and well stocked with toys. We also appreciated that the lot was flat and didn’t have to go down a million stairs to the water. Also the dock is just enough off the main water way that swimming felt more calm and safe! Lastly, the karaoke machine was an ABSOLUTE hit with my friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodney S.

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

Can I live here?

The house feels like a 'home' instead of a 'rental'. The property is so quiet, even with neighbors. The drive was easy and plenty of parking. A lot of lake houses have steep driveways and even steeper walks to the water. This house has a long, smooth driveway and an almost flat walk to the dock/water. Everything in the house is well built. Decorated very nicely. Large kitchen so was easy to cook for the family. Outdoor dining table is special- what a view at dinner! The Karaoke was a hit. My kids brought their gaming systems along and plugged into the 'game area' TV for fun at night. The third story balcony is great for star-gazing!! Would come back even in the winter!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

COUGAR 1.

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

Perfect long weekend and beautiful home

Property is beautiful, perfect location and includes a limitless list of items you need or forgot. The dock included boat lifts, an inner tube, life jackets, 2 kayaks, 2 paddle boards, a water mat and table and chairs. Dock is in the edge of a cove so you are not out in the middle of the lake getting blasted by boat waves so the kids can swim around the deck and parents can relax watching them. We used Duncan Bridge Marina to launch our boat as suggested by owners and it was a short 5 minute or so boat ride to home. Three levels of porches to sit out and look over the water. Kids really enjoyed the game room. I definitely recommend this home for a getaway with family and kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald E.

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

Exceeded Expectation

All aspects of this property are ideal. The location relative to Jasper/Curry/Arley, as well as the location relative to big water on the lake. Home is well cared for, very functional, and includes everything you need, and some things you may have forgotten, like beach towels, etc. The view and outdoor spaces are amazing. The dock is well above average, including lifts for vbottom and pontoons, as well as a seadoo lift, plus a nice sized swim platform extension, all nestled in a spot that isn't directly exposed to big wake, so your toys aren't bouncing around should they not be on one of the lifts. We keep our boats on the lake in dry storage, but if you trailer a boat in, Duncan Bridge Marina is very close, offering launch, and fuel services. The property has everything the descriptions states, plus a lot of charm and appeal that's hard to convey in words. Take comfort in planning your trip at this home. Last point, the home is in excellent condition, and I suspect it will stay that way, so if you are looking for a place to host a keg/loud party, keep looking. We had a great Thursday-Sunday with family and small kids and will be going back. It's worth every penny.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean F.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024