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Sweet Retreat - Great views of the lake!

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A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a red sofa, and a view of a lake and forest.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and a large TV.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, a built-in oven, and a window with a view of trees.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large refrigerator.
A modern kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a stainless steel range hood.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathrooms3200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Houston, AL
  • Place, Lewis Smith Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Natural Bridge Park
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Place, Ave Maria Grotto
    ‪57 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Houston

This vacation home places you next to Lewis Smith Lake and within 2 miles (3 km) of 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
  • Natural Bridge Park - 45 min drive - 36.8 miles
  • WildWater Cullman - 54 min drive - 44.3 miles
  • Heritage Park Cullman - 55 min drive - 45.0 miles
  • Ave Maria Grotto - 57 min drive - 46.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Arley Coffee Shop - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪La Plaza Bonita - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Dale & Kay's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Big Daddy's Grill - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Ducan - ‬32 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.

Sweet Retreat - Great views of the lake!

NO PETS ALLOWED AT THIS PROPERTY.

Sleeps 12 in beds. Maximum occupancy: 15
Four bedrooms, additional sleeping area in downstairs bunk beds; and four bath house located in Arley. Master bedroom on main level. Downstairs bedroom walks out to a nice screened in porch. Spacious living room area on main level, as well as additional space downstairs with a ping-pong table, small kitchenette with a sink bar and another sink. Relax on the upper and lower covered decks. Dining room seats 8, with additional seating at table on porch (6) and on barstools at the island (4).

Great views of the lake!

Bedroom 1: King size bed - main level - private bathroom - tv in bedroom
Bedroom 2: Queen size bed - main level - shared bathroom
Bedroom 3: Queen size bed - second floor - private bath
Bedroom 4: Queen size bed - lower level- shared bathroom - tv in room
Additional sleeping space: 2 sets of bunk beds (sleeps 4)- lower level - shared bathroom

Wifi - streaming available on tv's.
Gas grill for guest's use.
Fire pit.

Approximately 13 steps to the dock. Double decker dock! Boat slips are NOT available for guest's use. However, there is plenty of room to tie your boat up to the dock. Lilypad for guests' use.

RESERVATIONS ARE NOT CONFIRMED UNTIL YOU SIGN THE ELECTRONIC RENTAL AGREEMENT.
NO after-prom, graduation, frat, wedding, etc. parties. Any gathering larger than the Max occupancy has to be preapproved. Violation will result in eviction.
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT THE PRIMARY RENTER MUST MEET THE AGE REQUIREMENT OF 25 YEARS OF AGE.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. 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: Free 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

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • 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

General

  • Unit size: 3,200 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
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 and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

3163-274835

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Houston, just steps from Lewis Smith Lake. You'll also find Bankhead National Forest and Houston Historic Jail within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Sweet Retreat - Great views of the lake!?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is Sweet Retreat - Great views of the lake! good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a smart TV and a kitchen in each house, and some feature lake view.

Are there hot tubs at Sweet Retreat - Great views of the lake!?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Sweet Retreat - Great views of the lake!?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sweet Retreat - Great views of the lake!?

Yes, every house at Sweet Retreat - Great views of the lake! comes with a patio and some offer lake views.

Sweet Retreat - Great views of the lake! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views, warm lake, and a fun dock for sunning or jumping. The four showers were excellent for our larger group. Pretty well stocked with anything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful, we were granted an earlier check in and I feel this may have rushed the cleaning crew as there were a few areas that seemed to have been rushed thru! Otherwise I would 100% recommend this location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The listing was a little deceiving as far as the number of beds. Otherwise very clean great location easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026