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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
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Gym
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Crane Hill, AL
  • Lewis Smith Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Smith Lake Park
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • WildWater Cullman
    ‪42 min drive‬

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

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
  • Smith Lake Park - 33 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Heritage Park Cullman - 41 min drive - 30.9 km
  • WildWater Cullman - 42 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Cullman Downtown Commercial Historic District - 43 min drive - 35.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Angler Seafood House - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪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

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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

Jordan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 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

China R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Anne T.

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

Beautiful, Peaceful Cabin

I had such a lovely stay at the Lillypad! Entry was seamless and everything was extremely clean- not to mention beautifully decorated! I was greeted with complimentary wine, chocolate, popcorn and a lovely sunset over the lake that I could view from windows lining the back of the house. This was the perfect scene for a quiet retreat. I took the kayak out on the water, sat by the fire pit, and read in the cozy living room. I even ventured into Cullman (about 30 Minutes away) for a delicious dinner at 412 Public House. (It also looks like a great brewery and pizza place will be opening close by soon.) It was a lovely stay, and I’m thankful for how accommodating and communicative Meredith And Brandon were. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayle F.

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

Loved our stay at The Lily Pad!

Overall everything was wonderful & felt like home! Loved that there were items like shampoo, coffee creamer, sugar, a few groceries & plenty of dishes/plastic spoons & forks! Also loved that there were plenty of towels, washcloths & toilet paper! I didn’t feel like we went without anything on this trip! The porch had acorns & leaves but they’re constantly falling this time of year so it would be difficult to do anything about it! Plan to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 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

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Angie C.

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

Lily Pad Cottage Smith Lake, AL

The little house is precious and very comfortable. It was clean and had everything we needed for a long weekend. There were a couple of things that need addressing. These are minor and owner may not be aware. Wine opener is broke and needs to be replaced. The chairs on the dock deck are broke as well and need replacing. We didn’t bring any chairs with us. The only other thing was that the patios and decks were not cleaned before we got there. Trash was under the chairs as well as leaves and limbs that needed blowing off to freshen up the outside. Like I said minor and we would’ve blown everything off but we didn’t have a blower to use. It really is a cute place and we will rent again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 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

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

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

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

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

8/10 Good

Kathleen V.

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

Work stay

Booked this for a work trip, ended up being further away than anticipated. Place was clean. The surrounding area was pretty remote and driveway hard to get in and out of.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elyse N.

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

Cute and peaceful.

Enjoyed my stay here! Easy lake access, especially for Smith Lake. House is cute, has most everything you need. The driveway is pretty steep, but I find that to be very common for the area. The easy Lake access really makes the spot special. Most rentals you’ll have to descend from Everest to get to the water, this one you do not!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 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

Allen S.

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

The Lily Pad - April 2024

We highly recommend "The Lily Pad" for a peaceful getaway! The property is beautiful and accurately described with stunning lake views and amenities like a grill and Solo stove for cozy evenings. The property manager was easy to reach and very helpful. Perfect for a relaxing day - I particularly enjoyed the reclining loungers for afternoon naps by the lake. Bring charcoal for the grill and firewood for the Solo stove and you're all set for a fantastic stay! We are already looking forward to another long weekend at "The Lily Pad!"
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

John A.

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

Lake Smith Get Away

The big water view was amazing! The drive to the property was a little bit challenging. Step one lane dirt/gravel road. Not a place you want to drive after dark. The rental was beautiful updated with everything you need. The HVAC and instant hot water heater in the primary bath was a bit noisy at night. The LTV floor was gorgeous but unfortunately there were cracks and gouges in a few spots. Walking barefoot is not recommended. Overall nice weekend retreat with breathtaking views.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Odalys H., Williamsburg

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

Inspiring

Lovely home supplied with everything we needed. Great kitchen for cooking together. Perfect spot on the deck swing to have coffee, a drink or simply enjoy the view. The host was exceptionally helpful.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 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

Verified traveller

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

Girls Trip!!

We had the best stay! It was the cutest place for us to have my friends relaxing bachelorette weekend!! The views are unmatched! House was cozy and clean!! Meredith even went beyond what she should have and had to ship some personal items we left behind, back to us!! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Linda H.

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

Alabama Lake House

The driveway was very steep!! There wasn’t any soap to run the dishwasher. There was a dirty pan left in The oven and only 1 extra roll of TP also the outdoor cushions probably could be replaced, and the floor is very uneven , other then that it was clean and comfortable and quiet. Hope this review helps.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

alyssa O.

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

Lake Getaway

Great location! The house was nicely decorated and had everything we needed and then some. Are they were not too many steps to get down to the lake, which was good for grandma. I could not ask for a better view to drink morning coffee, and watch the sunrise from the deck. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Meredith Darroch

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