Magazine-featured home, only steps to water!
Crane Hill, Cullman County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Magazine-featured home, only steps to water! Simple luxury awaits you in this lakeside retreat with a rustic modern feel. No detail was spared in outfitting this space, all with breathtaking lake views from nearly every window. The double slip dock is steps away, complete with SUPs, kayaks, a lily pad for swimming...even a lift for your boat! Perfectly located within a gated, private development w...
Magazine-featured home, only steps to water! Simple luxury awaits you in this lakeside retreat with a rustic modern feel. No detail was spared in outfitting this space, all with breathtaking lake views from nearly every window. The double slip dock is steps away, complete with SUPs, kayaks, a lily pad for swimming...even a lift for your boat! Perfectly located within a gated, private development with access to the hilltop community pool and clubhouse. Free dock delivery with pontoon rental partner and private Level 2 EV charger as well. Hillside Hideaway is situated just inside the protected cove from the namesake point within Point William, a private 22-acre community comprised of 16 unique homes designed to blend perfectly with the land's natural surroundings. Our home is located in the perfect spot, with big water views yet the offered protection of the cove for those on the dock or swimming in the deep, clear water.The steps to the house descend between two massive boulders to the front door. The custom craftsmanship and attention to detail are immediately evident upon entering, as are the designer furnishings and decor. From the spacious living area, the double doors invite you to take in the incredible view from the covered porch. Next to the kitchen and living area, the keeping room is perhaps the most stunning room in the house, with two walls of windows to take in the lake on one side and the hillside on the other. The kitchen is also walled in counter to ceiling windows, as well as beautiful concrete countertops, a full-size freezer in addition to the refrigerator, and a separate ice maker in the butler's pantry. This floor, as well as the master suite, feature a Sonos audio system and support mobile Sonos speakers as well.The upper level has two guest rooms, each with a queen bed, with views that make you feel like you're on top of the water! There is also a full bathroom on this level with plenty of shelf space and a huge shower (both showers in the house have Kohler shower heads with wands to make it easier to bathe kiddos). From this level, the adventurous ones in your party can climb the ladder access for the finished loft, which has four built-in twin beds and a couple of bean bags. There is a removable ladder guard to keep little ones from ascending the ladder.The secluded lower level is where you'll find the master suite, with a gorgeous king bed and private access to the lower deck overlooking the lake. The master bath has a full-size tub and large walk-in shower. The washer and dryer are also found on this level, as well as access to the lower outdoor living area, complete with adjoining fireplace.The lower deck, illuminated at night by string lights, has a large table for outdoor dining, a gas grill, a swing and an outdoor shower for summer nights. The walkway to the private dock, also illuminated with an assortment of lighting options and nearly level with the lower deck during summer months, leads to the double slip dock with lots of water toys, a Solo Stove fire pit, a Hydrohoist boat lift, shaded seating area, and a bunch of Adirondack chairs in the sun. From here you'll be able to hear the multiple waterfalls across the cove after rains and see some of the brightest stars in the South at night!Come find out why this was a cover-featured home by Birmingham Home & Garden magazine! Give us a follow us on Instagram: pt_william_hillside_hideawayA few things to note:For those unfamiliar with Smith Lake, please understand that the lake is located in a rural and somewhat remote area of Alabama; the same qualities that make it so serene and peaceful also lead to it having a bit of an "out there" feel. The roads coming in, especially the last mile drive down the hill to our community's gate, are narrow, twisty and most lack stripes. Once inside our gate, the road is a paved one-way loop that's a bit steep and curvy but completely navigable with a 2-wheel drive (unlike some areas of the lake). There aren't street lights here, although we did install landscape lighting to illuminate the pathway and house after dark. The terrain at Point William, like much of Smith Lake, is rugged and steep; our houses here were uniquely positioned at the bottom of the slope right on the water, unlike many homes on the lake on top of bluffs with long walks down to the water. With that said, there are 25 steps from our parking pad to our front door; as mentioned, they are lit and we have handrails along most. You will find that AT&T works wonderfully here, but any other carrier doesn't work once you come down the hill from the pool and clubhouse. The home does offer wifi (via 300 mbps fiber optic), so we suggest guests utilize wifi calling when needed. We do have three outdoor cameras, all motion-detected and provide on-demand viewing by us (Ring system). They view the dock, the front door area, and the parking pad (all outdoor).
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Beach chairs
- Boat
- Kayak / canoe
- Water sports gear
Entertainment
- Television
- Smart TV
- Satellite / cable
- Stereo
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
- EV car charger
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Location type
- Waterfront
- Lake
- Rural
- Water view
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Water skiing
- Water tubing
- Boating
- Antiquing
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Marina
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Parking available
- Fireplace
- Outdoor space
- Water view
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
Languages spoken
- English
Beach
- Beach loungers
Pool spa
- Communal pool
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Sofa bed
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2.5 bathrooms
- Shower
- Toilet paper
- Bathtub
- Soap
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Stereo
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Firepit
- Barbecue grill
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- On a lake
- Near the marina
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Boat
- Water sports equipment
- Fishing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Kayak
- Birdwatching nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
General
- Electric car charging station
- Unit size: 2,200 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 10:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- Our community is very strict with a no events policy; we MUST be notified beforehand if you have more than 12 guests at any one time (day guests too).: Our community is very strict with a no events policy; we MUST be notified beforehand if you have more than 12 guests at any one time (day guests too).
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- 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
About the area
Crane Hill
Located in Crane Hill, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lewis Smith Lake and Tiger Field, while Crooked Creek Civil War Museum and Cullman County Museum are cultural highlights. WildWater Cullman and Funzone are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Lewis Smith Lake 1 min walk
- Smith Lake Park 47 min drive
- Cullman Downtown Commercial Historic District 51 min drive
- WildWater Cullman 52 min drive
- Ave Maria Grotto 54 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Arley Coffee Shop 33 min drive
- La Plaza Bonita Mexican Restaurant 33 min drive
- Pleezin Pizza & Pasta of Arley 34 min drive
- Hotdog Hut The Hamburger Ice 24 min drive
- Indian Rock Grocery's 33 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Magazine-featured home, only steps to water! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Magazine-featured home, only steps to water!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Magazine-featured home, only steps to water!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Magazine-featured home, only steps to water! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lewis Smith Lake and within 20 miles (32 km) of Tiger Field and Smith Lake Park. Houston Historic Jail and Clarkson Covered Bridge are also within 20 miles (32 km).