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“Best Experience!” - Big Water Views, Dock, Fire Pit & Fun!

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Sunset on Smith Lake!
Lakeside view of house, complete with large deck and built in fire pit
Upper deck seating area
Upper deck seating area
View from property

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

1st Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bunk Room

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

“Best Experience!” - Big Water Views, Dock, Fire Pit & Fun!

Experience a warm and inviting lakeside getaway at Pigeon Roost Cabin. Thoughtfully designed custom-built one-level cabin with comfortable furnishings, large scale windows to take in the expansive water views, a well-stocked kitchen and several outdoor seating areas, it is the perfect retreat for couples or small families to relax and unwind at Smith Lake.

- Only 5 minutes by land or sea to Trident Marina (terrific lakeside restaurant with gas pumps and weekend music)
- A wonderful country grocery is just 4 minutes from our cabin, just across Rte 222. They have just about everything including fresh produce
- Scenic 25 minute drive to charming downtown Cullman
- Only 30 minutes by land to Smith Lake Dam


KEY FEATURES
*3 cozy bedrooms; queen in primary, full in 2nd bedroom and twin over full in 3rd bedroom; sumptuous bedding with soft all cotton sheets and good lighting

*2 full bathrooms; fluffy towels and soap generously provided

*Well-stocked kitchen with stainless appliances, quality cookware, an array of barware and a variety of small appliances such as a large crockpot, waffle maker, blender and Cusinart

*Separate laundry room with laundry essentials provided

*Large outdoor deck with dining for 10, a cozy sitting area for bird watching, gas grill and outdoor cooler

*Smaller deck closer to the water with dining for 4 and outdoor lighting

*Private dock with open boat slip, 3 kayaks, 6 life jackets, 4 lounge chairs and a lily pad


Here Are a Few Kind Words From Our Past Guests:

“We have stayed in many VRBO places, and this has by far been the best experience.”

“The property was immaculate and the location on the water was perfect for the kids to swim and tube behind the boat.”

“The cabin was even nicer than the pictures reflect. The owners thought of everything.”


**BEDROOMS**
Each bedroom is thoughtfully decorated and furnished with comfortable bedding to ensure you enjoy your stay at Smith Lake. Soft all-cotton sheets with sumptuous blankets, comforters and a selection of pillows (soft and firm) help you to sink into a restful sleep!
A Smart TV is in the primary bedroom, perfect for those late night movies or early morning news shows.

**BATHROOMS**
There are two full bathrooms that are perfect for freshening up after a fun day spent outside. One bathroom is an ensuite located in the primary bedroom. The other bathroom is located in the hallway. Each bathroom is equipped with fluffy towels and two varieties of soap. The primary bathroom has a hair dryer so you don’t have to worry about bringing yours!

**KITCHEN**
A true chef’s delight! Stainless steel appliances, quality cookware and bakeware, along with colorful dishes, seemingly endless drinkware and an array of barware offers endless opportunities to create memorable meals. Coffee enthusiasts will appreciate having a choice between a classic French press or a Cuisinart drip coffee maker, along with a selection of delicious syrups, sugar and coffee grounds (in case you forgot yours!). And not to worry tea drinkers – we have you fully covered with a tantalizing selection of quality teas and kettle.

Like to bake? There is a pantry filled with baking essentials such as flour, sugar, spices and even a bag of chocolate chips to make our favorite chocolate chip cookies (yes, we have the recipe ready for you!).

**OPEN CONCEPT LIVING/DINING ROOM**
Whether you are snuggled up on the generous sectional sofa watching your favorite sport or enjoying dinner at our custom wooden dining table, the open concept space allows for ample quality time together.

Starlink Wifi, a SMART TV, along with a fun selection of games, puzzles and books await you!

**OUTSIDE SPACE**
Get ready for some lake fun!

Large upper deck has expansive water views and seating for 10, complete with lighted pergola for those lazy summer evenings. A cozy seating area for 4 is on the opposite side of the deck and is perfect for morning coffee or bird watching.

Enjoy grilling? We’ve got you covered with a large grill, complete with propane tank and all of the grilling accessories to level up your cooking!

For those crisp evenings, gather around the fire pit in handmade Adirondack chairs. The fire pit is thoughtfully tucked into the mature landscaping so that it also offers fantastic views of the water. Firewood is included along with skewers for roasting marshmallows.

The lower deck offers high top seating for 4, along with festive outdoor lighting and great water views.

The private dock offers an open boat slip (27” length with Hydrohoist boat lift), 3 kayaks, 6 life jackets (in case you forgot yours!) 4 comfortable lounge chairs and a Splash Pad to entertain the kiddos.

There is a small shed on the property that houses a variety of lake floats, folding chairs and LAWN GAMES for all ages! There’s even a picnic backpack for enjoying a hike in nearby Bankhead National Forest.


**WHAT ELSE?**
The location of Pigeon Roost Cabin is truly idyllic. As you drive through a picture perfect pasture, you arrive upon our cabin, tucked into the landscape on a generous slough with expansive water views in a quiet rural area.

You are just 5 minutes from Trident Marina (perfect for gas fillups and/or great food), 15 minutes from great hiking and trailheads and just 30 minutes if you want to head into the town of charming Cullman for dining and shopping.

There is a minimum age requirement of 25 to rent our cabin.
A signed rental agreement must be completed within 48 hours of booking.
There are surveillance cameras located on the exterior of the cabin at each door entrance.

We are delighted to offer you our family’s cabin for your lake vacation and hope that you make wonderful memories here! Book your stay with us today to secure your desired dates.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A signed separate rental agreement must be submitted within 48 hours of booking.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Crane Hill

Located in Crane Hill, this holiday home is on a lake. Clarkson Covered Bridge and Houston Historic Jail are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lewis Smith Lake and Dowling Memorial Park. WildWater Cullman and Funzone are also worth visiting.
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Crane Hill, AL

What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dowling Memorial Park - 14 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Stoney Lonesome OHV Park - 29 min drive - 24.2 km
  • WildWater Cullman - 47 min drive - 47.4 km
  • Ave Maria Grotto - 53 min drive - 52.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Tubbs' Redneck Yatch Club - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪hotdog hut - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hitching Post The Rest-N-Eat - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kat Daddy's BBQ & Grill - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪DJ's Grocery And Deli - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is “Best Experience!” - Big Water Views, Dock, Fire Pit & Fun! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at “Best Experience!” - Big Water Views, Dock, Fire Pit & Fun!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “Best Experience!” - Big Water Views, Dock, Fire Pit & Fun!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is “Best Experience!” - Big Water Views, Dock, Fire Pit & Fun! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Lewis Smith Lake and 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Dowling Memorial Park. Stoney Lonesome OHV Park and Speegle's Marina are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was excellent view was beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Great getaway!

This cozy house was perfect for us! The property was well equipped with dishes and cooking utensils. The grill was great! The dock and kayaks were great and the dock was on deep water. The branch of Smith lake that this house is on is super convenient to Trident marina for gas and dining. Wifi worked great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben L.

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

Great stay

Perfect lake vacation
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

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

Serene

We enjoyed the entire time we were there. Very peaceful and quiet loved views
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Wonderful Lake Getaway

A great place by the lake! Easy to get to, and a great spot on the lake as well. Views were relaxing, and we all had a great time at this place. Kitchen had everything we needed, and the overall stay was just perfect. Our kids spent every single day in the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily E.

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

Great Property! Great Owners!

The property was immaculate and the location on the water was perfect for the kids to swim and tube behind the boat. The owners were VERY communicative and wonderful! We had the best time and hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

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

Great stay!

Property was just as described. Games were so fun and a nice touch. I would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Great escape!

We had so much fun and the house was awesome! Beautiful property with a great view. They have everything you need!!! Definitely would rent this place again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roseann G.

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

Family lake weekend

Everything was perfect! Wonderful place and opportunity to spend time with grown sons. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Best VRBO experience

We have stayed in many VRBO places, and this has by far been the best experience. Everything that we could have possibly needed is here. The host has been attentive and accommodating. The house is clean and inviting and feels ‘like home’. They even have a plan for rainy days- to make cookies! And they include a recipe, along with ALL the ingredients!! That was a hit with the kids! We will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

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

Family Vacation

Beautiful property as pictured! Amazing time with family on the lake, plenty of games available to entertain during rain showers. Host was very friendly and quick to respond to any questions as well as provided recommendations. Would most definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Weekend Getaway

Cozy cabin on the Lake! Perfect location to getaway and disconnect from it all. Our host was super and reached out to us to ensure we were settled in and to answer any questions. Especially loved the soft cozy throws on the comfy couch on those chilly mornings.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana C.

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

Cozy Little Cabin

Wonderful place to stay! Everything was just perfect for our little family! The coziness of the living room over looking the lake was my favorite! The cabin came fully equipped with all your needs and was very clean. So glad we are getting to go back for more family fun Labor Day 2023! This is a must stay!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

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

Quiet and peacful..perfect for winding down Christmas and bringing in the New Year

Peak season pricing..again..we should have booked earlier..but for last minute..this time of year..price was reasonable compared to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D.

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

Guys trip

Took a trip with some lifelong friends. The owner was very responsive and pleasant. Property is just as listed. Honestly, we overpacked for the stay bc the cabin is well prepared to host a small family or friends group. All of the cooking utensils needed were provided. Access to the lake is better than average (less stairs than most 😀). We had one issue during the stay which the owner remedied swiftly and without having to be prompted which is great customer service! Everything worked and was as listed! Great location close to trident marina and the Grill!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney R.

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

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Great getaway!

Very positive experience
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

dedra s.

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

Great house for a small group.

The property location is perfect. We also loved the boat slip and lift. It was very convenient to everything on the lake and little grocery store. We only wish it was a little larger. The adults and kids needed separate hang out spaces at night. Maybe screen in the back porch or roof and screen in the pergola area. It was very clean and kitchen was stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica H.

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

Piegion roost was very clean, comfortable and accommodating, great outdoor space

The cabin was very easy to get to, very clean, great decor. Outdoor space was awesome... Very well stocked kitchen and shed with extra lake supplies. Very pleased.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie M., Birmingham, Alabama

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

Better than the Pictures

This cabin was perfect for a long weekend stay with our family of five. My husband and I took the master, our two preteen girls took the bunk room, and our college age daughter had the third bedroom. We had plenty of space. The cabin was even nicer than the pictures reflect. The owners thought of everything. It was neat and tidy. The kitchen was fully stocked. Lots of lake toys for renters use. And we really enjoyed the location on the water. We’d love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Peaceful Oasis

We loved the property! It was tucked away in a cove with less boat traffic than the main water. The dock was ideal for swimming and spending time during the day! Would definitely recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Highly Recommend

We cannot say enough good things about our stay at this property. Both the inside and the outside were even better than the pictures. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to pretty much cook all of our meals there. The lake toys were such a nice addition. Our kids ranged in age from 7 to 14 and they were all completely entertained. The dock is in a great location for just swimming and enjoying the day. The owner was extremely communicative and responded to questions instantly. We would love to stay at this property again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

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

Great cabin

We really enjoyed this cabin. The landscaping and view from the cabin is gorgeous. The kitchen was well stocked. The dock was great and my boys enjoyed the kayaks and the lily pad. We hope to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Flo P.

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

Perfect!

It exceeded our expectations in every way! We'll be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

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

Perfect!

Just what we were looking for: a quiet getaway for Thanksgiving, beautiful view, spacious deck, cozy and clean, everything we needed in the kitchen, a nice day in Cullman and a super nice property manager.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

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