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Smith Lake Retreat, Private Dock, Paddleboards & Lake Views

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A lakeside property with a main house, a secondary house, and a dock.
A wooden deck with a grill, chairs, and a view of a lake surrounded by trees.
A cabin with a blue roof, surrounded by trees, near a body of water.
A bedroom with a large bed, two armchairs, a side table, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
A building with a metal fence and trees in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Arley, AL
  • Place, Lewis Smith Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ave Maria Grotto
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Smith Lake Park
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the area

Arley

At this holiday home, you'll be within steps of Lewis Smith Lake. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers concierge services and gas grills. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. .With a stay at this Arley holiday home, you'll be 16.2 km (10.1 mi) from Dowling Memorial Park and 17.1 km (10.6 mi) from Tiger Field.
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What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ave Maria Grotto - 43 min drive - 54.6 km
  • Smith Lake Park - 47 min drive - 39.2 km
  • Stone Bridge Farms - 49 min drive - 62.9 km
  • Wallace State Community College - 49 min drive - 66.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Arley Coffee Shop - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪La Plaza Bonita - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Soda Shop 41 - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Smith's BBQ - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Middle Of Meek - ‬25 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Smith Lake Retreat, Private Dock, Paddleboards & Lake Views

# Welcome to Rock Creek Retreat on Smith Lake

**Lakefront relaxation, beautiful views, and your own private dock await!**

Escape to Rock Creek Retreat, a peaceful waterfront getaway tucked along the beautiful Rock Creek area of Lewis Smith Lake in Alabama. Whether you're planning a family vacation, a weekend with friends, or a relaxing escape from everyday life, our lake house offers the perfect setting to unwind and make lasting memories.

### Your Private Lakefront Escape

Spend your mornings enjoying coffee overlooking the lake, your afternoons swimming or paddleboarding from the private dock, and your evenings grilling dinner or relaxing around the fire pit.

Located in a quieter area of Rock Creek, our home offers a wonderful setting for swimming, fishing, boating, and simply enjoying the water.

**Outdoor highlights include:**
- Private waterfront dock
- Two paddleboards provided for guests
- Spacious wrap-around deck with beautiful lake views
- Screened-in porch for relaxing outdoors
- Outdoor seating and dining areas
- Gas grill and fire pit
- Peaceful surroundings away from the busiest areas of the lake

### Comfortable Accommodations for Family and Friends

Our four-bedroom, two-bathroom lake house provides a comfortable place to gather after a day on the water.

**Sleeping arrangements:**
- Primary bedroom: King bed
- Bedroom 2: Queen bed
- Bedroom 3: Queen bed
- Bedroom 4: Twin-over-full bunk bed

The open-concept kitchen, living room, and dining area make it easy to cook, share meals, and spend quality time together.

### Everything You Need for a Relaxing Stay

We want guests to feel at home from the moment they arrive.

You'll enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, coffee bar, linens and towels, essential household supplies, Wi-Fi, and three Smart TVs with access to popular streaming apps.

Whether you're preparing breakfast before heading to the dock or settling in for a movie after sunset, you'll find plenty of comforts throughout the house.

### Explore Beautiful Smith Lake

Rock Creek Retreat offers a peaceful home base for enjoying everything Smith Lake has to offer.

Bring your boat, spend the day fishing, explore the water on the provided paddleboards, or simply relax on the deck and take in the scenery.

Nearby boating resources include Triple Creek Marina, Swayback Bridge Ramp, and Triple Creek Marina's boat launch.

Our location is ideal for guests seeking a quiet lakeside getaway rather than a busy resort atmosphere.

### Make Your Next Lake Memory Here

From sunny afternoons on the water to peaceful evenings overlooking the lake, Rock Creek Retreat is a place to reconnect, relax, and enjoy the simple pleasures of lake living.

We look forward to welcoming you!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 453 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Relaxing Rock Creek On Smith
Relaxing Rock Creek Cottage on Smith Lake Arley
Relaxing Rock Creek Cottage on Smith Lake Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8 have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8?

No, Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lakefront Smith Lake Retreat - Private Dock, Paddleboards, Sleeps 8?

No, pets are not allowed.

Smith Lake Retreat, Private Dock, Paddleboards & Lake Views Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had much fun and the property view is amazing and it is very clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was everything we hoped for. We just wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second year. We love it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic cabin in a fantastic location. Clean. Easily accessible. Nice spot on the lake for kids to swim and play without worrying about excessive traffic on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every detail was covered! It was a wonderful few days on the lake. Cooking great food, watching movies, playing games, and swimming off the dock were all amazing experiences for our family, including a 15 month old! Great times!!! Thank you so much - we can’t wait to return next summer!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Solid location, excellent view and very spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Property!

We loved our stay here! Perfect remote getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it! Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great property! We loved paddleboarding and kayaking, and the views were beautiful. The porch facing the lake was extensive, and had lots of seating for enjoying the view. We also found the check out process to be easy. A bonus for us was that there was lots of parking. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place, lots of room for the kids to play. We stayed 4 nights June 1-5, 2026. We fished, swam, kayaked and paddle boarded. Nice and peaceful location. We didn’t experience one bad thing. Easy Checkin/Checkout. Nice big deck for relaxing and cooking. Will definitely be going back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay with great views of the lake. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place!

Beautiful lake house, great views, house was very roomy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect weekend getaway

This was the perfect, quite get a way for Labor Day weekend. We would absolutely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very beautiful, but in the middle of nowhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We chose Smith Lake to celebrate our son beating cancer because of his love for fishing. The home was perfect for our needs as a family of seven. There was plenty of space for everyone. The area was very peaceful. Most of our time was spent swimming and fishing from the dock. The paddle boards were a bonus. We highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Getaway

We had the best time, cooking, visiting, and sitting by the water at this beautiful retreat. Everything was as described, and the scenery was magical.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were beyond pleased with our host, their property, and our stay. The pictures and description are accurate and the point out on the lake is better than the pictures! The kitchen and house is fully equipped with everything you need. The hosts were very quick to respond and address all of our questions and any accommodations we needed. We highly recommend this property, and we plan on visiting here again.
The sunrise view from the porch
The view of the point and firepit from the porch
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Cabin

Very nice beautiful view
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot on the lake! Well stocked home. Easy communication with host. My husband, kids and I all had a blast! Incredible lake views!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rest and Relaxation

Wonderful property tucked away in a secluded nook offering ample opportunities for family fun. We enjoyed sitting on the deck and looking at a great view of the lake. The hosts were easy to communicate with and provided everything we needed for rest and relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was enjoyable to stay. Beds comfortable . We cooked and grilled . Sat on deck and look at the lake. Roasted marshmellows on bond fire.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet Home Alabama

The property was pefect for our stay. We are building a home in Arley and have stayed at two other locations on Smith Lake prior to this one. This will be the one we plan to stay at again. The rental is fantastic and the views are amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Smith lake trip

Very nice place. We liked the view we had everything we needed in the house
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I appreciated Anthony's timely responses and his kind flexibility with our requests/need to make adjustments to our arrival. The Cottage was a perfect spot to relax and rest. It was clean, quiet, beautifully decorated and the beds were so comfy.... the screened in porch and deck with rockers were favorite spots; and the view was so peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break 2025

The house was wonderful! Everything was clean and so organized. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025