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6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this house rental
Escape to Emberlight Cove—a private lakefront retreat on 1.3 wooded acres, tucked into a quiet Smith Lake cove. Outdoor movies • cozy fire pit evenings • spacious screened porch.
Rare convenience to Cullman restaurants, groceries, local events & nearby wedding venues. Close to town yet peacefully secluded. Perfect for couples’ escapes, family & friends getaways, and special occasions.
OUTDOOR LIVING
• Spacious screened porch + dining + wooded lake views
• Covered patio + swing chairs + outdoor movie screen (best viewed after sunset)
• Fire pit + string lights
• Weber charcoal grill + cornhole
• Frequent wildlife sightings
FALL & WINTER
• Easy drive to Cullman Oktoberfest + Christkindlmarkt + Cullman County Fair (~12 miles)
• Beautiful fall foliage throughout wooded property
• Explore exposed lakebed + flowing streams (rubber boots recommended)
• Discover shells, treasures + wildlife tracks
BEDS & BATHS | 3 BR • 1.5 BA
TOP FLOOR
• Bedroom 1: King bed
• Bedroom 2: Daybed + trundle (2 twins)
• Full hallway bath + walk-in shower (no tub)
LOWER LEVEL
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed
• Half bath
KITCHEN & LIVING
• Fully stocked kitchen + air fryer + blender + crockpot + ice cream maker
• Coffee bar + drip & pod machine + French press + grinder
• Dining for 4 indoors + 6 on screened porch
• Stackable washer + dryer
• Cozy living room + board games + books
• Smart TVs in every bedroom + living spaces
• Fast fiber Wi-Fi
GOOD TO KNOW
• Dock access requires ~4 flights of stairs (may not be suitable for guests with mobility limitations)
• Water at dock is seasonal and typically recedes after Labor Day—see Seasonal Water Note below
• E-signed rental agreement required before arrival
SEASONAL WATER NOTE
Water levels change seasonally as Alabama Power draws down Smith Lake each year
• Mid-March to Mid-August: Best water for swimming, kayaking + fishing
• Late August–Labor Day: Water recedes; late-August depths may be ~1–3 ft, limiting swimming. Kayaking may still be possible
• After Labor Day–Winter: Water continues receding and may become shallow or absent near dock, with more lakebed exposed; streams continue flowing toward the deeper cove
LAKEFRONT
• Calm, low-traffic cove just off main channel
• Private swim-platform dock
• 3 kayaks + 1 paddleboard
• Swim island + pool noodles
• Life jackets in various sizes (bring your own for best fit/safety)
• 2 adult + 2 kids’ fishing poles + tackle box
FAQ
WEDDING VENUES NEARBY?
• Stone Bridge Farms — 13 mi
• The Barn at Smith Lake — 19 mi
• Loft 212 — 12 mi
• Brick Haven Venue — 13 mi
CAN I BRING A BOAT OR JET SKI?
• Yes! Tie off at our dock April-July when Smith Lake is at full pool — no boat slip
• Smith Lake Park public launch + marina rentals — 5 mi
HOW FAR TO SHOPS & RESTAURANTS?
• Dollar General — 2 mi
• Drifter’s Bar & Grill — 6 mi
• Cullman grocery stores, restaurants & shopping — ~10 mi
• OmniPlex + Heritage Park + WildWater — 11 mi
Other things to note
• Primary booking guest must be 25+ and present entire stay
• Driveway moderately steep
Rare convenience to Cullman restaurants, groceries, local events & nearby wedding venues. Close to town yet peacefully secluded. Perfect for couples’ escapes, family & friends getaways, and special occasions.
OUTDOOR LIVING
• Spacious screened porch + dining + wooded lake views
• Covered patio + swing chairs + outdoor movie screen (best viewed after sunset)
• Fire pit + string lights
• Weber charcoal grill + cornhole
• Frequent wildlife sightings
FALL & WINTER
• Easy drive to Cullman Oktoberfest + Christkindlmarkt + Cullman County Fair (~12 miles)
• Beautiful fall foliage throughout wooded property
• Explore exposed lakebed + flowing streams (rubber boots recommended)
• Discover shells, treasures + wildlife tracks
BEDS & BATHS | 3 BR • 1.5 BA
TOP FLOOR
• Bedroom 1: King bed
• Bedroom 2: Daybed + trundle (2 twins)
• Full hallway bath + walk-in shower (no tub)
LOWER LEVEL
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed
• Half bath
KITCHEN & LIVING
• Fully stocked kitchen + air fryer + blender + crockpot + ice cream maker
• Coffee bar + drip & pod machine + French press + grinder
• Dining for 4 indoors + 6 on screened porch
• Stackable washer + dryer
• Cozy living room + board games + books
• Smart TVs in every bedroom + living spaces
• Fast fiber Wi-Fi
GOOD TO KNOW
• Dock access requires ~4 flights of stairs (may not be suitable for guests with mobility limitations)
• Water at dock is seasonal and typically recedes after Labor Day—see Seasonal Water Note below
• E-signed rental agreement required before arrival
SEASONAL WATER NOTE
Water levels change seasonally as Alabama Power draws down Smith Lake each year
• Mid-March to Mid-August: Best water for swimming, kayaking + fishing
• Late August–Labor Day: Water recedes; late-August depths may be ~1–3 ft, limiting swimming. Kayaking may still be possible
• After Labor Day–Winter: Water continues receding and may become shallow or absent near dock, with more lakebed exposed; streams continue flowing toward the deeper cove
LAKEFRONT
• Calm, low-traffic cove just off main channel
• Private swim-platform dock
• 3 kayaks + 1 paddleboard
• Swim island + pool noodles
• Life jackets in various sizes (bring your own for best fit/safety)
• 2 adult + 2 kids’ fishing poles + tackle box
FAQ
WEDDING VENUES NEARBY?
• Stone Bridge Farms — 13 mi
• The Barn at Smith Lake — 19 mi
• Loft 212 — 12 mi
• Brick Haven Venue — 13 mi
CAN I BRING A BOAT OR JET SKI?
• Yes! Tie off at our dock April-July when Smith Lake is at full pool — no boat slip
• Smith Lake Park public launch + marina rentals — 5 mi
HOW FAR TO SHOPS & RESTAURANTS?
• Dollar General — 2 mi
• Drifter’s Bar & Grill — 6 mi
• Cullman grocery stores, restaurants & shopping — ~10 mi
• OmniPlex + Heritage Park + WildWater — 11 mi
Other things to note
• Primary booking guest must be 25+ and present entire stay
• Driveway moderately steep
Amenities at Cullman Fair 13 miles | Outdoor Movies + Fire Pit
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
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Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
It is genuinely difficult to capture everything that this property offers. The hosts have thought of everything…and I mean EVERYTHING. And it is all labeled, listed, diagrammed, or disclosed. Just bring yourself and your essentials for your trip.This is certainly a family-first property, but it would also be the perfect couple retreat, or even a remote work getaway.The part of the lake the home is located on it unbelievably easy to access (roadway I mean), and the actual lake experience is…just magical. The area is clean and peaceful, and the water was just PERFECT. We swam, laid around in floats, had cannon ball contests, etc., for hours. Easy up dock with ladder; big lily pad for kids and adults. Multiple lifejackets (but we still brought our littles their own) and play equipment too!It’s a trek down to the dock, but for my peace of mind as a parent of small children, I needed that distance as a barrier for my peace of mind; the kids had zero complaints and zipped up and down just fine, while I had to stop once to catch my breath on the incline. Something to be mindful of. But, again, it’s more of a positive for me and was one of the points of consideration when choosing a property. We will absolutely be back. Thank you for such a wonderful and easy experience!
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