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A deck with a round table and chairs, overlooking a lake and forested hills.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with chairs.
A lakeside property with a dock, a covered boat launch area, and a large house with a balcony.
A dining area with a table and chairs, large windows with blinds, a hanging light fixture, and a wall-mounted hat rack.
A spacious living area with a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area with a TV and cabinets.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Houston, AL
  • Place, Lewis Smith Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bankhead National Forest
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Ave Maria Grotto
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Houston

This vacation home places you next to Lewis Smith Lake and Bankhead National Forest. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bankhead National Forest - 1 min drive - 0.2 miles
  • Natural Bridge Park - 47 min drive - 36.9 miles
  • Heritage Park Cullman - 57 min drive - 45.1 miles
  • Ave Maria Grotto - 59 min drive - 46.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Arley Coffee Shop - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪La Plaza Bonita - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Pearson's Steak House - ‬43 min drive
  • ‪Dale & Kay's - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Paw Paw's Restaurant - ‬26 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Blessings Family Lodge- Amazing sunsets, amazing views!

Welcome to our quiet home on beautiful Smith Lake! It is designed as a special retreat to refresh your spirit and give you a time to reunite with loved ones. At Blessings you can get a good night's sleep in comfortable beds for 12.

Enjoy the beautiful, tranquil view of the lake with the backdrop of the Bankhead National Forest in the mornings for a quiet time to start your day. Then invite the family to gather together each evening for the amazing sunsets followed by a look at the stars and marshmallows roasted on the fire pit.

Bedroom #1: King size bed- main level
Bedroom #2: King size bed- main level
Bedroom #3: Queen size bed- lower level
Bedroom #4: Queen size bed plus one twin bed- Lower level
Bedroom #5: 2 Bunk beds plus one twin bed- Lower level

There is a double decker aluminum boat dock in year-round water, with a diving board on the top deck, a swim dock, a kayak, a paddle board, and 3 jetski ports. The owner keeps their personal boat in the boat slip, but there is room to tie your boat to the dock. There are four lounge chairs up top and a table and one chair downstairs. There are also a couple of foldable low to the ground loungers in the storage box downstairs. (We do request that wave boats stay close to the middle of the channel to prevent shoreline erosion issues.)
Please note: Lily pads in photo of dock are no longer at this property.

Our upstairs kitchen is designed to accommodate those who love to cook or those who like to microwave. Downstairs we have an entertainment area that includes a kitchenette with a Keurig, a microwave, and a drink-fridge. (We do recycle and offer a Recycle can next to the shed for aluminum cans.)

Parents will be pleased to find a variety of games, puzzles and a library of family videos to entertain kids in the evening or the occasional rainy day, and perfect for any friendly family rivalry; we have the ubiquitous "corn hole game."

We all need a place to refresh our heart & soul, we invite you to come to the serene setting at Smith Lake in Houston AL. to Blessings Family Lodge & Retreat. (Note that this is a family neighborhood and we ask you to keep your music volume at a level that will not disturb the neighbors.)


MUST BE 25 YEARS OF AGE TO RENT.

RESERVATIONS ARE NOT CONFIRMED UNTIL GUEST SIGNS THE RENTAL AGREEMENT TO SMITH LAKE RENTALS. NO after-prom, graduation, frat, wedding, etc parties. Any gathering larger than the Max occupancy has to be preapproved. Violation will result in eviction.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

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 10:00 AM

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

3163-271257
Smith Lake Rentals Sales SUNSET LODGE

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Houston and just steps from Lewis Smith Lake and Bankhead National Forest. You'll also find Houston Historic Jail and Tiger Field nearby.

Is there parking available at Blessings Family Lodge- Amazing sunsets, amazing views!?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Blessings Family Lodge- Amazing sunsets, amazing views!?

With a stay at this lakeside vacation home, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each house plus a lake view and a kitchen in some.

Are there hot tubs at Blessings Family Lodge- Amazing sunsets, amazing views!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Blessings Family Lodge- Amazing sunsets, amazing views!?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Blessings Family Lodge- Amazing sunsets, amazing views!?

Yes, every house at Blessings Family Lodge- Amazing sunsets, amazing views! comes with a patio and some offer lake views.

Blessings Family Lodge- Amazing sunsets, amazing views! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property, incredible location. We had two families and three six year olds, and everyone had an amazing relaxing vacation. Would definitely book this house again and if it were for sale would be first in line to purchase.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was beautiful and perfect for our three family vacation. The back deck was perfect for game nights and the dock was exactly what we needed. The little kids loved jumping off the bottom dock and swimming, the teenagers enjoying jumping off the top dock and swimming. The grownups enjoyed the kayaks, fishing, and floating. 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

50th anniversary celebration

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay. We had 4 children under 12 and 8 adults. The house had plenty of space and was filled with extra amenities. It’s so nice to open cabinets and find all the spices and things you forgot to pack. Since groceries are hard to find in the area we always pack a lot. The extra items stocked were very helpful.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Family lake trip

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our time at the lake. The highlights of this house are the dock, water views and back covered decks. The home itself is adequate but lacks attention to detail. The batteries were dead on the keypad lock on door, so we used the lock box. One of the bedspreads had blood on it and one bed had fingernail in it. Overall we had a great time with our grown kids but feel a little more attention needs to be given to the inside of the home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house, great location great time

We have vacationed at Smith Lake several times, primarily on either the central or Eastern fork. This was the first time we had stayed West of Dunkin Bridge. We found it as nice as the other places, and a bit less trafficed. The house was wonderful. We had three families stay and had plenty of room. The accommodations were very good, the house very clean and the amenities what we expect. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We will be Back!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our stay and the house was perfect. Definitely great for multiple families or someone with a large family. We had 2 families with 8 kids (teens & littles). We housed all the kids downstairs, so they had their own little area. We relaxed, cooked and played in the water every day. The property was clean and well maintained. The water was clear, and we loved our scenic views from the porch every morning & evening. It was a perfect getaway to recharge before the school years starts back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pure Tranquility

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful view pure bliss !! If you are looking for pure relaxation this is it. Breath taking sunsets, and even if you get rained out the afternoon thunderstorms rolling in are perfect from the porch it is sooo relaxing. It’s not to many steps from the house to the 2stry dock and sun tanning on the upper deck is perfect 🤩. Loving the kyacking , fishing , stand up paddle boarding , and even rented a pontoon for 2 days. We fished every day morning and night but apparently the fish don’t bite in the summer like they do the spring, but nevertheless This lake house is truly a BLESSING !!!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We will be Back!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have been the past 2 years and our kids love it!!!It is relaxing for the adults. The kids love having the downstairs and feel they have their own little house. We love being on the quiet end of the lake.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fun on the lake!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great fun at lake w family. We love Smith Lake and this location, deep water, fun bluffs to jump off and lake not too busy for boating.House was great, layout good for board games and other entertainment!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Long Weekend at Smith Lake - Perfect Spot

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Blessings Family Lodge. The house slept our party of 9 very comfortably. The house has an incredible back deck with beautiful views. The dock is a lot of fun, and the location is perfect on a scenic yet quiet part of the lake.