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Welcome to "The Lilly Pad" Waterfront Resort Cottage at Smith Lake!

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Interior
Living area
Room
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Gym
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Welcome to "The Lilly Pad" Waterfront Resort Cottage at Smith Lake!

Imagine yourself at "The Lilly Pad" resort cottage, where Lakeside Living is at its finest and so are the modern design features you'll experience. Conveniently located in beautiful Crane Hill, the views are breathtaking! Our cottage boasts one of the BEST wide range views of the entire lake. Experience spa-like amenities in a cozy lakeside retreat where everything you need is provided... Just show up & enjoy!

Hear the light hum of boats and serene nature in the background while cozying up beside an evening fire on the terraced double deck patio. Enjoy a glass of wine from the wine fridge while strolling the pier and take a leisurely nap on a new luxurious gel memory foam mattress after a day of excursion out on the lake! Prep your charcuterie board on the quartzite island (or grill out on patio Weber!) and enjoy while lounging on the double chaises on the spacious concrete tiered deck overlooking the big blue peaceful expanse of Smith Lake. Memories are sure to be made at this cottage. Welcome to The Lilly Pad!

Deep, clear water makes for an incredible waterskiing and fishing location! Paddleboards, kayaks, & huge Lilypad float included with stay, as well as a jet ski ramp and large covered dock for your boat(s) (or rent a boat from Cappy’s just down the road). Inflatable for tubing and kneeboard also available for guests. Children love the swim deck and ladder and having a huge shoreline to explore! Gorgeous coves nearby, as well as minutes as away from Smith Lake Castle, Smith Lake Park, and Trident Marina & Grille (...Hello, amazing 5-star waterfront restaurant with live music!)

Whether you are looking for a fun family vacation full of adventure or a relaxing retreat with friends, The Lilly Pad is your place. Book today as our dates fill up fast!

Property manager

Meredith Darroch
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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
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

About the area

Crane Hill

Located in Crane Hill, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Crooked Creek Civil War Museum and Cullman County Museum are cultural highlights, 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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Crane Hill, AL

What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dowling Memorial Park - 15 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Speegle's Marina - 34 min drive - 21.6 km
  • WildWater Cullman - 50 min drive - 34.5 km
  • Ave Maria Grotto - 54 min drive - 46.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Whitlock's Cafe - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Pop's Place Barbq - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Cold Springs Grill - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Rodney G's Hickory Grill - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Stoney Lonesome Cafe - ‬39 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to "The Lilly Pad" Waterfront Resort Cottage at Smith Lake! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Welcome to "The Lilly Pad" Waterfront Resort Cottage at Smith Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to "The Lilly Pad" Waterfront Resort Cottage at Smith Lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to "The Lilly Pad" Waterfront Resort Cottage at Smith Lake! located?

This family-friendly Crane Hill cottage is located on the waterfront, steps from Lewis Smith Lake and within 12 mi (20 km) of Dowling Memorial Park and Speegle's Marina. WildWater Cullman and Funzone are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable, nicely decorated, nice dock/boathouse, great view!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daphne D.

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

Great weekend

Perfect for a couple to gwt away
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzy C.

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

Birthday weekend

Our group of friends and family have been going to the lake together for my birthday every year for quite some time. Each year we up our game and this by far was our best location! The home the access to the water the boat dock everything was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dillon T.

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

Great view!

Had an awesome time. Wonderful view. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

CLAUDIA P.

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

Beautiful and so relaxing

What a gorgeous, well decorated and welcoming home. The whole house was spotless and the view outstanding. We completely enjoyed our stay here. If ypu are even thinking about it, just do it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

shannon m.

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

Beautiful views on the lake

Was a great place for our family. We were in town for the Bassmaster fishing tournament. We were able to leave our bass boat in the water which made our stay that much enjoyable. The house is very cute with all the necessary accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa G.

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

Perfect!

This was our first trip to Smith Lake and we certainly got lucky when we chose this rental. It was exceptional in every way. Fabulous location! Very easy access to the dock, cozy and comfortable living space that was very well appointed. The host was very responsive. I recommend highly, without reservation.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth W.

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

Making memories

We will always remember our trip to Smith Lake with our children and their fiancés. We were able to use the charcoal grill for several of our meals. We all enjoyed a trip in the canoe , some flipped over on purpose. The house was well supplied with extra's. There is plenty of seating outside the home for some relaxation. As a therapist, I was happy to see a ramp from the parking spot around the home to get into the cabin for some people that have trouble navigating steps. Beautiful sunrises in the summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K.

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

Great short weekend getaway

Easy drive from middle Tennessee
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

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

Very Restful Stay

We enjoyed our getaway at this cottage. It was very cozy and restful! It was quite quiet up there in the Fall which is just what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin T.

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

Great stay

We enjoyed our stay at the property. Everything we needed was there and all the details were taken care of. The decorating style and layout of the property was also top notch. I would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis L.

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

We enjoyed our stay. We hope to go again in the fall.

The property was everything we hoped for. It was very clean and the view was spectacular.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie V.

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

Great Family trip

We loved our stay at The Lilly Pad. Wonderfully equipped and decorated home. Comfortable beds. We rented a boat and the dock was great. Loved the Lilly pad and paddle board and kayak. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelli P.

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

Family weekend!

Thank you for providing such a lovely place for us to spend time with our family. We read, watched movies, and kayaked. It was so relaxing and the Lily Pad was clean and perfectly tended to. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lane R.

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

Great place for our needs

This was a nice little property for my son and I to stay and fish. The covered dock was great - long enough to get my fishing boat well protected. Good views there and shade for the hot days.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith F.

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

Short weekend tri

Great location and great view. The outdoor space is fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellie J.

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

Adorable Cottage

This place was so cute! Would highly recommend. The view was spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

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

The Perfect Stay!

This is the perfect lake getaway! Beautiful place perfect for a family with the most accommodating kitchen I've ever seen. And the view....absolutely beautiful! We had a great time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Wonderful

Stayed for a quick trip to Birmingham and loved every minute of it. Beautiful inside and out. Great communication with the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

End of Summer Long Weekend

Property was well appointed and the property description was spot on! The dock, the lily pad float, and the kayak were great. Easy to access from Madison, Alabama (an hour and a half). It was just what the doctor ordered!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ericka P.

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

Simply amazing

Steps to water & perfect little home. Has everything you need for a lovely wkend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry L., Birmingham Al

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

Great hideaway

Very clean and well kept. Fully equipped kitchen and many items toiletries etc available for use. We will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Weekend Girls Trip

I spent a long weekend with my best friends here and it was perfect! The house had everything we needed, and it was clean and comfortable with cute decor. My favorite part was the outdoor setup; we spent the majority of our time floating on the lily pad! It was a great weekend with friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha B.

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

Awesome location

Clean, beautiful home and lake! The kids loved the water mat! Def will be back but next time with a boat!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect place!

We had the best girls trip here! The perfect in between spot for Birmingham and Huntsville. Everything was thought of - we felt right at home. We are already talking of rebooking next year. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

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