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The Loft Suite at beautiful Smith Lake, Alabama
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Highlights
- Discover nearby landmarksClose to Lewis Smith Lake
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Spa pool on site
- Onsite parking available
- Kitchen
- Air-conditioning
- Barbecue
- Balcony
Explore the area
Crane Hill, AL
- Lewis Smith LakePlace, Lewis Smith Lake2 min walk
- Smith Lake ParkPlace, Smith Lake Park40 min drive
- Wallace State Community CollegePlace, Wallace State Community College50 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
The Loft Suite at beautiful Smith Lake, Alabama
The Loft Suite offers a comfortable, thoughtfully designed stay with beautiful lake views for romantic getaways, couples’ weekends, or a relaxing escape. Smith Lake B&B is a private lakeside resort on Alabama’s pristine Lewis Smith Lake, known for its deep, clear water and peaceful natural setting.
The Loft is a one-bedroom, one-bath apartment with a full kitchen. Its decor blends alpine ski lodge warmth with a light coastal feel, creating a relaxed, inviting atmosphere. The vaulted ceiling adds to the open feel, with a king-size bed in the bedroom and a sleeper sofa in the den.
Guests enjoy access to shared amenities including a lakeside gazebo with gas and charcoal grills, a hot tub overlooking the water, and a large dock with lake access and slips for boats or jet skis. Fishing gear, floats, kayaks, and paddleboards are available for complimentary guest use. Parking is available for cars, trucks, and boat trailers.
Located on Rock Creek in Crane Hill, Alabama, Smith Lake spans over 21,000 acres with more than 650 miles of shoreline and sits adjacent to the Bankhead National Forest and the Sipsey Wilderness Area.
The Loft is a one-bedroom, one-bath apartment with a full kitchen. Its decor blends alpine ski lodge warmth with a light coastal feel, creating a relaxed, inviting atmosphere. The vaulted ceiling adds to the open feel, with a king-size bed in the bedroom and a sleeper sofa in the den.
Guests enjoy access to shared amenities including a lakeside gazebo with gas and charcoal grills, a hot tub overlooking the water, and a large dock with lake access and slips for boats or jet skis. Fishing gear, floats, kayaks, and paddleboards are available for complimentary guest use. Parking is available for cars, trucks, and boat trailers.
Located on Rock Creek in Crane Hill, Alabama, Smith Lake spans over 21,000 acres with more than 650 miles of shoreline and sits adjacent to the Bankhead National Forest and the Sipsey Wilderness Area.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Guests required to sign our Rental Agreement. Minimum age to rent is 21.
NO pets. NO smoking of any kind. NO parties or events. STRICT maximum of 4 guests.
Refunds will not be offered for any reason outside of the cancellation window. Please purchase trip insurance to protect your trip.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 4079329vb
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 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 first aid kit
About the area
Crane Hill
Located in Crane Hill, this apartment is on the waterfront. The Lily Pond an Art Gallery & Tea Room and Crooked Creek Civil War Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include WildWater Cullman and Funzone. With kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Crane Hill, AL
What's nearby
- Lewis Smith Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Smith Lake Park - 40 min drive - 41.3 km
- WildWater Cullman - 45 min drive - 57.9 km
- Ave Maria Grotto - 50 min drive - 63.1 km
- Wallace State Community College - 50 min drive - 58.9 km
Getting around
- Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 74 min drive
Restaurants
- The Grille At Trident Marina - 19 min drive
- Cujos Pizza - 63 min drive
- Rock Cafe - 20 min drive
- Chef Troy's - 19 min drive
- Hitching Post The Rest-N-Eat - 19 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Loft Suite at beautiful Smith Lake, Alabama pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Loft Suite at beautiful Smith Lake, Alabama?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Loft Suite at beautiful Smith Lake, Alabama?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Loft Suite at beautiful Smith Lake, Alabama?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Loft Suite at beautiful Smith Lake, Alabama located?
Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lewis Smith Lake and 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from Dowling Memorial Park. Stoney Lonesome OHV Park and Speegle's Marina are also within 20 miles (32 km).
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About the host
Your host
The main house of Smith Lake B&B was constructed to be a small B&B on the shore of the lake in 1992. It was operated for a few years before being sold. It served as a family vacation retreat for about 8-10 years until acquired by Jim and Alex. They opened their lakeside resort for business in 2005. Jim and Alex worked overseas for about 15 years in several different countries. They traveled extensively and stayed in pensions, ryokans and other B&B-like lodging. Alex wanted to open a B&B on a lake when they returned to the USA. After an exhaustive search in the Tennessee Valley, they settled upon Smith Lake with its clean, uncrowded water, beautiful rock shoreline and affordable property. They have made a few modifications, added the Airstreams and boat dock and catered to many guests who visited Smith Lake. They added Real Estate services to be able to show lake properties to their guests.
The B&B has hosted guests from Europe, Asia, and Australia. We have had visitors from many states and have found property for many of our guests. We take pride in the level of service we provide.
The B&B has hosted guests from Europe, Asia, and Australia. We have had visitors from many states and have found property for many of our guests. We take pride in the level of service we provide.
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