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"Hidden Gem" On Smith Lake

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
Nestled on Smith Lake, Hidden Gem offers a secluded retreat with the feel of a mountain cabin. Unwind in the owners suite with spa-inspired shower, relax by the fire pit or enjoy quiet reading time in the hammock overlooking the lake. With amenities like canoeing and paddleboarding equipment, tennis courts nearby and an outdoor speaker for music under stars.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

"Hidden Gem" On Smith Lake

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio
Laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this smoke-free cabin. The cabin has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. A kitchen comes with a fridge and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as a fireplace and a jetted bath.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cabin offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers with in-room jetted baths and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Pickleball
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

"hidden Gem" On Smith Arley
"hidden Gem" On Smith Lake Cabin
"hidden Gem" On Smith Lake Arley
"hidden Gem" On Smith Lake Cabin Arley

About the area

Map
Arley, AL

What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Tiger Field - 20 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Houston Historic Jail - 31 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Jasper City Hall - 40 min drive - 31.3 km
  • Walker County Lake Park - 48 min drive - 39.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Arley Coffee Shop - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Cujos Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Country Basket Restaurant and Grill - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Hidden Gem" On Smith Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at "Hidden Gem" On Smith Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Hidden Gem" On Smith Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Hidden Gem" On Smith Lake located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly cabin is steps from Lewis Smith Lake and 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Tiger Field. Gamble Park and The Lily Pond an Art Gallery & Tea Room are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Reviews

"Hidden Gem" On Smith Lake Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 236 out of 262 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 262 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 262 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 262 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 262 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cori J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an amazing property and just what was needed to unwind and unplug from our busy lives.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay

The property was nice and cozy. Loved the cabin and it was suitable for our family and fur babies. Plan to stay again for our annual trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaci S., Huntsville

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

Love staying here!

We love staying here! Kids love it. Dogs love it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin S.

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

Exactly what we were looking for

The property was great for a family vacation, where we got to spend time together, and be away from the hectic norm.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse C.

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

Great cabin!

My wife and 2 kids loved our stay here at this beautiful cabin and lake. The cabin is even better in person than in pictures. We took full advantage of all it had to offer including the lake, canoe, fire pit and recreation center while here. We can't wait to come back again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maggie F.

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

Perfect vacation home

The hidden gem was the perfect home for our family. The house has everything we needed for entertainment and cooking. The marina was super close where we launched our friends boat a few days. We will be repeat customers! The neighborhood was also a highlight for our dogs with the park across the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

eric f.

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

Fishing trip

Very nice house.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

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

Fabulous

We loved the cabin! Clean, spacious, comfortable. Completely met our needs and had all the amenities. Even things we might have forgotten were available there for us to use. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

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

Met Expectations

Good location
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

mary b.

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

Great getaway!

We enjoyed our visit to Hidden Gem. The house had everything we needed and was so cozy and comfortable. Our 8 year old loved the playground area. We enjoyed ringing in the new year with the fireworks around the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyler W.

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

Peaceful and relaxing

Quick responses from the owner. Peaceful piece of property to relax and enjoy time with loved ones.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

THERESA S.

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

Beautiful Cabin

Beautiful Cabin in peaceful secluded area with easy access to town. The owners were quick to respnd to our questions. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you could need. The owners have thought of everything you could need from indoor to outdoor activities and then some. This is the perfect place to stay, play and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S., Stockbridge, Ga

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

Great place

The property is beautiful! The pictures don’t do this cabin justice. We stayed in January so we didn’t do anything on the lake. The board games were fun as well as the outdoor games they had. We had 5 adults, one being our 18 year old daughter, and 3 kids aged 12, 10, and 6 and we had more than enough space!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

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

Smith Lake Sojourn

Overall, we were quite pleased. Our host was very accommodating and responsive. The property was clean and generally well-equipped, nicely furnished and comfortable. Access to the shore was easy compared to some other Smith Lake accommodations we have rented. Most unusual was a rare Chuck Will's Widow (cousin to a whippoorwill) calling close by both nights -- verified by the Merlin app.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Fantastic getaway!

The cabin is very nice and super-clean. The host takes care of every little detail and even provides a notebook of information of where to find what you need as far as groceries, food, etc. My 9-year-old grandson referred to this not as a log cabin, but as a "log mansion." The cabin is spacious, warmly decorated, and is more than comfortable. I think you could just move in and live here as EVERYTHING you could need is available. IMHO, I think this is important to the host. The last night it started to rain... no problem. We hung out on the porch, turned on the patio "mood" lights, listened to the thunder for a while while finding out what was on my grandkids' mind. There is also an ample supply of board games to play at the family-sized table in the dining room. Down at the water, there is a canoe and paddles available. Neither of my grandsons had been on a canoe, so getting them out on the water with their Dad was very special. We hired a bass-fishing boat, and he picked us up at the cabin's dock. Got a couple big bass :) One note...not at all a complaint, but a heads-up... like most of the lakefront properties in the area, getting down to the water from the cabin can be a challenge as the path is steep and would be a daunting for anyone with mobility challenges. A fantastic experience with an owner who makes you feel welcome and knows how to treat guests :) Haley... Thanks! I hope we get to come back. I could not be happier with this stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Inez P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique. Rustic Cabin theme inside a subdivision. Hidden Gem is an appropriate name. Everything was great. They allow pets as well. Our Yorkie went on her first vacation with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

dmowrey1

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

Quick Lake Vaca

Truly a hidden gem inside a wonderful neighborhood. We had an absolute blast - perfect property and lake location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place!!! We are already planning a it next trip here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Has it all!

Such a unique house in the best possible way! Every detail has been thought of and provided. The host was very kind and responsive to questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Great Time on the lake

Beautiful cabin on the lake. Great location. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL B.

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

Peaceful Stay

Very quiet! We enjoyed the new decks.....well done! We will be back to your cabin. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

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

The perfect little stay

The cabin was absolutely stunning from the outside to the inside. It was the perfect little get away. It was amazing how much was there to do as far as the activities to do on the lake to the board games inside. The house if fully stocked with everything you would need for a stay, so just Incase you forgot to pack something the cabin had it. Our family has decided this will for sure be our lil get away this summer. We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristie J.

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

Absolute Gem

This property and the hosts are wonderful. One of the best rental properties my family has experienced. We had everything we needed and did not want our weekend to end. Everyone in our group ranging from ages 10-40 had more than enough to do. Don’t hesitate to book!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronda H.

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

Hidden Gem Delight

Our cabin was even more beautiful than the ad! Furniture was comfortable and there were so many thoughtful touches and amenities (spices, flour/sugar, board games, movies, game system/games, soft towels). Thank you for greatly enhancing our trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

J G.

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

Cozy Cabin Getaway

True rustic cabin charm with beautiful lake access. Peaceful, well-stocked, and perfect for a relaxing getaway. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025