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Smith Lake Retreat, Private Dock, Paddleboards & Lake Views

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A wooden deck with two red Adirondack chairs facing a lake with boats and docks. - Smith Lake Retreat, Private Dock, Paddleboards & Lake Views (Arley)
A cabin with a blue roof, surrounded by trees, near a body of water. - Smith Lake Retreat, Private Dock, Paddleboards & Lake Views (Arley)
A bedroom with a large bed, two armchairs, a side table, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door. - Smith Lake Retreat, Private Dock, Paddleboards & Lake Views (Arley)
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Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8 provides amenities, such as a firepit and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Smith Lake Retreat, Private Dock, Paddleboards & Lake Views

  • # Welcome to Rock Creek Retreat on Smith Lake

    **Lakefront relaxation, beautiful views, and your own private dock await!**

    Escape to Rock Creek Retreat, a peaceful waterfront getaway tucked along the beautiful Rock Creek area of Lewis Smith Lake in Alabama. Whether you're planning a family vacation, a weekend with friends, or a relaxing escape from everyday life, our lake house offers the perfect setting to unwind and make lasting memories.

    ### Your Private Lakefront Escape

    Spend your mornings enjoying coffee overlooking the lake, your afternoons swimming or paddleboarding from the private dock, and your evenings grilling dinner or relaxing around the fire pit.

    Located in a quieter area of Rock Creek, our home offers a wonderful setting for swimming, fishing, boating, and simply enjoying the water.

    **Outdoor highlights include:**
    - Private waterfront dock
    - Two paddleboards provided for guests
    - Spacious wrap-around deck with beautiful lake views
    - Screened-in porch for relaxing outdoors
    - Outdoor seating and dining areas
    - Gas grill and fire pit
    - Peaceful surroundings away from the busiest areas of the lake

    ### Comfortable Accommodations for Family and Friends

    Our four-bedroom, two-bathroom lake house provides a comfortable place to gather after a day on the water.

    **Sleeping arrangements:**
    - Primary bedroom: King bed
    - Bedroom 2: Queen bed
    - Bedroom 3: Queen bed
    - Bedroom 4: Twin-over-full bunk bed

    The open-concept kitchen, living room, and dining area make it easy to cook, share meals, and spend quality time together.

    ### Everything You Need for a Relaxing Stay

    We want guests to feel at home from the moment they arrive.

    You'll enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, coffee bar, linens and towels, essential household supplies, Wi-Fi, and three Smart TVs with access to popular streaming apps.

    Whether you're preparing breakfast before heading to the dock or settling in for a movie after sunset, you'll find plenty of comforts throughout the house.

    ### Explore Beautiful Smith Lake

    Rock Creek Retreat offers a peaceful home base for enjoying everything Smith Lake has to offer.

    Bring your boat, spend the day fishing, explore the water on the provided paddleboards, or simply relax on the deck and take in the scenery.

    Nearby boating resources include Triple Creek Marina, Swayback Bridge Ramp, and Triple Creek Marina's boat launch.

    Our location is ideal for guests seeking a quiet lakeside getaway rather than a busy resort atmosphere.

    ### Make Your Next Lake Memory Here

    From sunny afternoons on the water to peaceful evenings overlooking the lake, Rock Creek Retreat is a place to reconnect, relax, and enjoy the simple pleasures of lake living.

    We look forward to welcoming you!

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About the area

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. 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
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A cemetery with numerous white crosses and tombstones, surrounded by trees.
    Ave Maria Grotto
    43 min drive - 54.6 km
  • A calm lake reflecting a forested hillside with autumn foliage.
    Smith Lake Park
    47 min drive - 39.2 km
  • Stone Bridge Farms
    49 min drive - 62.9 km
  • Wallace State Community College
    49 min drive - 66.9 km

Restaurants

  • Arley Coffee Shop
    25 min drive
  • La Plaza Bonita
    24 min drive
  • Soda Shop 41
    25 min drive
  • Smith's BBQ
    23 min drive
  • Middle Of Meek
    25 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 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).

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Reviews

Smith Lake Retreat, Private Dock, Paddleboards & Lake Views Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had much fun and the property view is amazing and it is very clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place, lots of room for the kids to play. We stayed 4 nights June 1-5, 2026. We fished, swam, kayaked and paddle boarded. Nice and peaceful location. We didn’t experience one bad thing. Easy Checkin/Checkout. Nice big deck for relaxing and cooking. Will definitely be going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We chose Smith Lake to celebrate our son beating cancer because of his love for fishing. The home was perfect for our needs as a family of seven. There was plenty of space for everyone. The area was very peaceful. Most of our time was spent swimming and fishing from the dock. The paddle boards were a bonus. We highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were beyond pleased with our host, their property, and our stay. The pictures and description are accurate and the point out on the lake is better than the pictures! The kitchen and house is fully equipped with everything you need. The hosts were very quick to respond and address all of our questions and any accommodations we needed. We highly recommend this property, and we plan on visiting here again.
The sunrise view from the porch
The view of the point and firepit from the porch
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Cabin

Very nice beautiful view
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was enjoyable to stay. Beds comfortable . We cooked and grilled . Sat on deck and look at the lake. Roasted marshmellows on bond fire.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break 2025

The house was wonderful! Everything was clean and so organized. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary

We enjoyed ourselves very much, the house stayed comfortable even though the heat index was 112 outside.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Really nice house with a peaceful location

The house was very clean and comfortable with plenty of space. The rooms and beds were in very good shape. It was stocked with everything we needed. Nice living area, great master bedroom, very relaxing screened-in porch and deck. Beautiful lake view. Nice dock. No complaints at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Reconnection, rest, relaxation

We graduated high school together 50 years ago. After our glass reunion we decided to take a long weekend to reconnect, rest and relax. It was wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely Perfect!

This is a great get-a-way spot. The house was gorgeous and the perfect amount of room for family. The extra paddle boards and water mat were a big hit with the kids. We enjoyed fishing, grilling, game night, and rented a boat nearby for a day! We will definitely be back!! One note, there were some ants on the dock so bring some ant spray.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Nice View of Lake

This is an older property that has been partially updated. The master suite is very. nice but the other areas could use some attention although they were adequate. The dock is large and nice for boats to pull up or swimming off of.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Clean Place!

It’s a very clean, nice place! Comes equip with just about anything you might forget at home. The boat dock and amenities are great! Also, has enough space in the driveway to park a boat. However, only leaves room for a few more vehicles to park. We have a 20ft. Pontoon in which, took of a lot of the parking area. If you are bringing a boat…I suggest using the sway bridge public concrete ramp. No place to leave a trailer over night. Overall, Great place!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall the view was stunning.And made a small reunion between us siblings nieces & nefews happen with success...Only downfall was photos of property exposed usage of a jet ski and turned out there wasn't one for our unit.Still was able to make the best of our trip with laughter and paddle boarding/ kayaking!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026