Welcome to "The Lilly Pad" Waterfront Resort Cottage at Smith Lake!
Cottage in Lewis Smith Lake, AL
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
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Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
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About this cottage rental
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!
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!
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Lewis Smith Lake, AL
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Ratings and reviews
8.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
Easy drive from middle Tennessee
10.0 / 10.0
Stayed for a quick trip to Birmingham and loved every minute of it. Beautiful inside and out. Great communication with the owner.
8.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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!"
8.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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!
6.0 / 10.0
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.
10.0 / 10.0
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!
10.0 / 10.0
Great location and great view. The outdoor space is fantastic.
10.0 / 10.0
This location worked great for us to spend a weekend on the water. The house is close to the water with a short walk down to the boat dock. Everyone we met was very nice and welcoming. We always enjoy staying at smith lake and this property was definitely a hit for good water access and a nice place to enjoy the evenings on the patio.
10.0 / 10.0
Clean, beautiful home and lake! The kids loved the water mat! Def will be back but next time with a boat!!
10.0 / 10.0
Our stay at the Lilly Pad was great from the accommodation to the outdoor experiences. The view from the house to the lake was amazing every morning and sunset. Definitely recommend renting or bring a boat! Will definitely keep an eye out to see if this property is available in the future!
10.0 / 10.0
Steps to water & perfect little home. Has everything you need for a lovely wkend away.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful cottage great views. The people before us left full trash at the house and on the street and we didn't see it picked while we where there so our only option was to sit it on the garbage can hope it wasn't a mess. they left trash down on the viewing area which is great so we picked that up neighbors were nice as well. We would stay there again.
10.0 / 10.0
This lake house was everything as it is described
We loved the setup of the house it was very clean and decorated
The Veiw was completely amazing of the lake and very easy to get to the covered boat dock.
We would love to stay at the lake house in the near future!!!
10.0 / 10.0
This was the perfect place to relax, refresh and regroup with my husband for 4 fabulous days.
The house was beautiful and very clean.
We had groceries delivered via Instacart and we brought our pontoon boat with us. We traveled by boat once we launched the boat and used the public boat launch as you can't launch at any of the Marina's.
We will be back again!
Thank you, Meredith, for your warm hospitality!!
10.0 / 10.0
We had the best girls trip here! The perfect in between spot for Birmingham and Huntsville. Everything was thought of - we felt right at home. We are already talking of rebooking next year. Thank you!
10.0 / 10.0
The property was everything we hoped for. It was very clean and the view was spectacular.
10.0 / 10.0
Very clean and well kept. Fully equipped kitchen and many items toiletries etc available for use. We will stay there again.
10.0 / 10.0
We enjoyed our stay at the property. Everything we needed was there and all the details were taken care of. The decorating style and layout of the property was also top notch. I would stay again!
10.0 / 10.0
Our family had a wonderful time staying at this well-equipped cottage on the lake. The view of the lake is beautiful and provided a relaxing atmosphere for everyone to enjoy. Much kudos to the owners for their esquisite taste in the decorating of both the interior & exterior of their property. Thank you for an excellent and very enjoyable stay!!!
10.0 / 10.0
This place was so cute! Would highly recommend. The view was spectacular!
10.0 / 10.0
This is the perfect lake getaway! Beautiful place perfect for a family with the most accommodating kitchen I've ever seen. And the view....absolutely beautiful! We had a great time!!
10.0 / 10.0
This most comfortable we've ever felt away from home. The views, the decor, lighting, outdoor seating, wine, chocolate snacks, fireplace, beds, towels, couches (there was the softest, snuggliest blanket on the couch that almost accidentally wound up in my suitcase!) were more than we could have hoped for. The winding one lane road and steep hidden driveway made us feel like we were in the middle of nowhere but everything we needed was nearby (including some excellent cocktails and barbecue). Be sure to see the inspirational Ave Maria Grotto and the Clarkson Covered Bridge nearby!
Meredith was an excellent host and there were no problems. We tried to extend our stay even longer than planned but a storm took out the power and we were forced to leave at the regular time. Not going to lie -I shed a couple tears on the way out the door for the last time. We will definitely be back! Thanks Meredith
10.0 / 10.0
Very clean, beautiful location, well stocked kitchen that had everything we needed for a three day stay. The beds were incredibly comfortable and the fireplace (we stayed in January) was WONDERFUL! Perfect for a girls getaway!
10.0 / 10.0
The view is amazing and very close to the water. Cozy decor. Books and puzzles are a bonus. The gas fireplace was a nice surprise though didn’t really need it. Easy to turn on and off. The owner was quick to respond- making checking in and out easy. The queen size bed was comfy and warm. Black curtains made it easy to block out light when sleeping. Good walkway lighting. The heating/AC can be loud if sleeping in the queen bed. If on the top bunk, the outside lights are bright- need shades/curtains in the bunk room for those sensitive to light at nighttime. I thoroughly enjoyed the swing outside while looking at the water. Very quiet spot in the winter. Nice renovations. Ramp available from outside to inside. Steep steps if on crutches. Flooring inside slightly uneven. This was not an issue for us but for those who may be considering on crutches, scooter, wheelchair. Overall, recommend for small family, couple, or sister time.
10.0 / 10.0
The overall stay at this property was great! Property owners were accomidating answering any and all questions and allowing us to check in early. The property had everything you could possibly need as well.
I used to live in the area so it was great being avle to enjoy the view with family as we celebrated xmas. The fire pit on the lower deck makes for an amazing experience watching the sunrise or just catching up woth family.
We loved it and plan to make this our go to property for visits back home with family!
10.0 / 10.0
The property was absolutely gorgeous!! It was clean, had everything we needed and personal touches that impresses both me and my sister. The walk to and from the docks was easy. The views were beautiful! We will certainly stay here again!
10.0 / 10.0
The owners of this place is what makes it! Fantastic experience dealing with Meredith, and an even better booking experience. Beautiful view and beautiful setup.
10.0 / 10.0
We had a little weekend reunion planned for me and my college friends at the Lily pad and it did not disappoint! It was clean and very stylish! Love all the gold accents ;) We had a quiet weekend by the lake and the windows looking over the lake in the morning were just beautiful. House is equipped with pretty much anything you might need. It was cozy and perfect for a bunch of women needing a weekend away! We talked about coming back every year we enjoyed our stay so much.
10.0 / 10.0
Looking for a scenic getaway with two friends and we were so impressed with the Lilly Pad! Everything is new, clean, and extremely comfortable. The Darroch's went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and extremely comfortable. The location of this property is incredible. Very quiet and at one of the widest parts of smith lake making the view absolutely breathtaking. Thank you so much for making this gem available!
10.0 / 10.0
We loved everything about the house. The interior design of the home was beautiful, the beds were very comfortable along with the other furniture. The back deck was huge and nicely furnished. We will definitely book again!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Lewis Smith Lake?
The average price for a rental in Lewis Smith Lake is $369 per night. This rental is $149 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Welcome to "The Lilly Pad" Waterfront Resort Cottage at Smith Lake!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Welcome to "The Lilly Pad" Waterfront Resort Cottage at Smith Lake!. Enjoy the water!
Is Welcome to "The Lilly Pad" Waterfront Resort Cottage at Smith Lake! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Welcome to "The Lilly Pad" Waterfront Resort Cottage at Smith Lake!?
We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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