“Best Experience!” - Big Water Views, Dock, Fire Pit & Fun! | House in Crane Hill

Experience a warm and inviting lakeside getaway at Pigeon Roost Cabin. Thoughtfully designed custom-built one-level cabin with comfortable furnishings, large scale windows to take in the expansive water views, a well-stocked kitchen and several outdoor seating areas, it is the perfect retreat for couples or small families to relax and unwind at Smith Lake.
- Only 5 minutes by land or sea to Trident Marina (terrific lakeside restaurant with gas pumps and weekend music)
- A wonderful country grocery is just 4 minutes from our cabin, just across Rte 222. They have just about everything including fresh produce
- Scenic 25 minute drive to charming downtown Cullman
- Only 30 minutes by land to Smith Lake Dam
KEY FEATURES
*3 cozy bedrooms; queen in primary, full in 2nd bedroom and twin over full in 3rd bedroom; sumptuous bedding with soft all cotton sheets and good lighting
*2 full bathrooms; fluffy towels and soap generously provided
*Well-stocked kitchen with stainless appliances, quality cookware, an array of barware and a variety of small appliances such as a large crockpot, waffle maker, blender and Cusinart
*Separate laundry room with laundry essentials provided
*Large outdoor deck with dining for 10, a cozy sitting area for bird watching, gas grill and outdoor cooler
*Smaller deck closer to the water with dining for 4 and outdoor lighting
*Private dock with open boat slip, 3 kayaks, 6 life jackets, 4 lounge chairs and a lily pad
Here Are a Few Kind Words From Our Past Guests:
“We have stayed in many VRBO places, and this has by far been the best experience.”
“The property was immaculate and the location on the water was perfect for the kids to swim and tube behind the boat.”
“The cabin was even nicer than the pictures reflect. The owners thought of everything.”
**BEDROOMS**
Each bedroom is thoughtfully decorated and furnished with comfortable bedding to ensure you enjoy your stay at Smith Lake. Soft all-cotton sheets with sumptuous blankets, comforters and a selection of pillows (soft and firm) help you to sink into a restful sleep!
A Smart TV is in the primary bedroom, perfect for those late night movies or early morning news shows.
**BATHROOMS**
There are two full bathrooms that are perfect for freshening up after a fun day spent outside. One bathroom is an ensuite located in the primary bedroom. The other bathroom is located in the hallway. Each bathroom is equipped with fluffy towels and two varieties of soap. The primary bathroom has a hair dryer so you don’t have to worry about bringing yours!
**KITCHEN**
A true chef’s delight! Stainless steel appliances, quality cookware and bakeware, along with colorful dishes, seemingly endless drinkware and an array of barware offers endless opportunities to create memorable meals. Coffee enthusiasts will appreciate having a choice between a classic French press or a Cuisinart drip coffee maker, along with a selection of delicious syrups, sugar and coffee grounds (in case you forgot yours!). And not to worry tea drinkers – we have you fully covered with a tantalizing selection of quality teas and kettle.
Like to bake? There is a pantry filled with baking essentials such as flour, sugar, spices and even a bag of chocolate chips to make our favorite chocolate chip cookies (yes, we have the recipe ready for you!).
**OPEN CONCEPT LIVING/DINING ROOM**
Whether you are snuggled up on the generous sectional sofa watching your favorite sport or enjoying dinner at our custom wooden dining table, the open concept space allows for ample quality time together.
Starlink Wifi, a SMART TV, along with a fun selection of games, puzzles and books await you!
**OUTSIDE SPACE**
Get ready for some lake fun!
Large upper deck has expansive water views and seating for 10, complete with lighted pergola for those lazy summer evenings. A cozy seating area for 4 is on the opposite side of the deck and is perfect for morning coffee or bird watching.
Enjoy grilling? We’ve got you covered with a large grill, complete with propane tank and all of the grilling accessories to level up your cooking!
For those crisp evenings, gather around the fire pit in handmade Adirondack chairs. The fire pit is thoughtfully tucked into the mature landscaping so that it also offers fantastic views of the water. Firewood is included along with skewers for roasting marshmallows.
The lower deck offers high top seating for 4, along with festive outdoor lighting and great water views.
The private dock offers an open boat slip (27” length with Hydrohoist boat lift), 3 kayaks, 6 life jackets (in case you forgot yours!) 4 comfortable lounge chairs and a Splash Pad to entertain the kiddos.
There is a small shed on the property that houses a variety of lake floats, folding chairs and LAWN GAMES for all ages! There’s even a picnic backpack for enjoying a hike in nearby Bankhead National Forest.
**WHAT ELSE?**
The location of Pigeon Roost Cabin is truly idyllic. As you drive through a picture perfect pasture, you arrive upon our cabin, tucked into the landscape on a generous slough with expansive water views in a quiet rural area.
You are just 5 minutes from Trident Marina (perfect for gas fillups and/or great food), 15 minutes from great hiking and trailheads and just 30 minutes if you want to head into the town of charming Cullman for dining and shopping.
There is a minimum age requirement of 25 to rent our cabin.
A signed rental agreement must be completed within 48 hours of booking.
There are surveillance cameras located on the exterior of the cabin at each door entrance.
We are delighted to offer you our family’s cabin for your lake vacation and hope that you make wonderful memories here! Book your stay with us today to secure your desired dates.

“Best Experience!” - Big Water Views, Dock, Fire Pit & Fun! is located in Crane Hill. “Best Experience!” - Big Water Views, Dock, Fire Pit & Fun! provides accommodation, featuring Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This House features Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.

“Best Experience!” - Big Water Views, Dock, Fire Pit & Fun! has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 7 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Crane Hill has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Crane Hill, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.