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Dockside Retreat — Your Smith Lake Escape

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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4 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access - Dockside Retreat — Your Smith Lake Escape (Crane Hill)
Dockside Retreat — Your Smith Lake Escape provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dockside Retreat — Your Smith Lake Escape


Dockside Retreat | 4BR Lake House w/ Private Dock + Stunning Views. Your Perfect Smith Lake Getaway Awaits!

Welcome to your lakeside retreat at this beautifully furnished 4-bedroom, 3-bath lake house in Crane Hill, Alabama. Perfect for families and groups, this home combines modern comfort with relaxed lakefront living.

Where You’ll Sleep

1 King Bedroom – spacious and cozy for the ultimate relaxation
2 Queen Bedrooms – perfect for couples or guests
Bunk Room – sleeps 6 comfortably with two twin over queen bunk beds and ideal for kids or groups

All bedrooms feature brand-new beds, quality bedding and linens for a top-notch stay.

Thoughtful Amenities

3 full bathrooms stocked with hairdryers, towels, and essentials
Fully stocked kitchen** with everything you need to cook and entertain
All-new furnishings** throughout for a fresh, comfortable vibe

Outdoor Living You’ll Love

Step outside to enjoy breathtaking lake views from multiple outdoor seating areas—perfect for reading, chatting, or simply soaking up the sun. Spend your days at the private dock, where you can swim, float, or relax by the water.

Fire up the Blackstone or charcoal grill and enjoy outdoor dining on the porches while taking in the stunning scenery.

Lake Adventures

Want to explore Smith Lake? Trident Marina is just a 5-minute boat ride away, where you can rent a boat and experience the lake like a local. Boat not included in home rental.

Why You’ll Love It

✔ Brand-new furnishings, beds & linens
✔ Private dock for swimming, floating & relaxing
✔ Plenty of outdoor seating & dining spaces
✔ Close to Trident Marina for boat rentals or enjoy the restaurant
✔ Perfect for families, groups, and weekend getaways

We can’t wait to welcome you to our little slice of paradise and help you create unforgettable lake memories!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,198 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please collect all trash and place it in the green bin located on the street at the end of the driveway.
It would be appreciated if you turned all thermostats to 78° prior to leaving
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
Crane Hill, AL

What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Smith Lake Park - 32 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Ave Maria Grotto - 45 min drive - 54.6 km
  • Stone Bridge Farms - 46 min drive - 53.5 km
  • Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament - 59 min drive - 64.3 km

Getting around

  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Grille At Trident Marina - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Kat Daddy's - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪hotdog hut - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Stoney Lonesome Cafe - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪The Oasis - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dockside Retreat — Your Smith Lake Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dockside Retreat — Your Smith Lake Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dockside Retreat — Your Smith Lake Escape?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dockside Retreat — Your Smith Lake Escape located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Lewis Smith Lake and 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Dowling Memorial Park. Speegle's Marina and Smith Lake Park are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Dockside Retreat — Your Smith Lake Escape Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was awesome from the time we booked till the time we checked out. This was a great location and home was clean. We would love to stay again during warm weather to enjoy the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was absolutely lovely, so well decorated and comfy! Outdoor space was fantastic, loved sitting on the deck upstairs and laying on the bed swing downstairs! Hostess was very responsive, would recommend to friends and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025