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Thistle Brae - near Lakeshore Marina - Lakeside Living at Its Finest

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Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms232 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Houston, AL
  • Place, Lewis Smith Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, WildWater Cullman
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Place, Sportsman Lake Park
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the area

Houston

At this holiday home you'll be within steps of Lewis Smith Lake and Bankhead National Forest. 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 living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Houston holiday home include Houston Historic Jail and Tiger Field.
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What's nearby

  • Lewis Smith Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • WildWater Cullman - 55 min drive - 70.5 km
  • Heritage Park Cullman - 56 min drive - 71.5 km
  • Sportsman Lake Park - 56 min drive - 74.3 km
  • Ave Maria Grotto - 58 min drive - 73.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪La Plaza Bonita - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Talk Of The Town - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Arley Coffee Shop - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Obryan's Family Steakhouse - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Dale & Kay's - ‬22 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.

Thistle Brae - near Lakeshore Marina - Lakeside Living at Its Finest

Welcome to "Thistle Brae", a charming lakefront retreat nestled on the serene shores of Lewis Smith Lake in beautiful Houston, Alabama. This beautifully situated home offers stunning, panoramic views of the lake and easy access to all the best parts of lake life.

Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a cozy bunk room downstairs, as well as a loft area - Thistle Brae is perfect for family getaways, hosting friends, or creating unforgettable summer memories. Whether you're sipping coffee on the deck, watching the sun rise over the water, or enjoying evening boat rides, every moment here feels like a peaceful escape.

Located just minutes from Lakeshore Marina and a popular drive-up boat restaurant, you're never far from fun on the water or a great bite to eat. Whether you’re boating, swimming, fishing, or simply relaxing, Thistle Brae offers the perfect balance of comfort, convenience, and lakeside charm.

Come experience life at the lake – your getaway begins at Thistle Brae.

Bedroom 1: King size bed
Bedroom 2: Full size bed
Bedroom 3: Queen size bed

Additional sleeping in downstairs bunk beds (Twin over full).

Charcoal grill and a BGE.

Large swim dock. Year-round water. Boat slip is not available to guests. Guests can tie up to the side of the dock. One PWC port available for guests use for a jet ski.

Security camera at front door.

This property is pet-friendly. Guest will be charged a pet fee of $25/night/pet plus an extra cleaning fee.

MUST BE 25 YEARS OF AGE TO RENT.
RESERVATIONS ARE NOT CONFIRMED UNTIL GUEST SIGNS THE RENTAL AGREEMENT TO SMITH LAKE RENTALS. NO after-prom, graduation, frat, wedding, etc parties. Any gathering larger than the Max occupancy has to be preapproved. Violation will result in eviction.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming 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

General

  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

3163-272798

Frequently asked questions

Does Thistle Brae - near Lakeshore Marina - Lakeside Living at Its Finest have a pool?

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

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thistle Brae - near Lakeshore Marina - Lakeside Living at Its Finest?

No, Thistle Brae - near Lakeshore Marina - Lakeside Living at Its Finest does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Thistle Brae - near Lakeshore Marina - Lakeside Living at Its Finest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Thistle Brae - near Lakeshore Marina - Lakeside Living at Its Finest Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cabin was great for our family vacation. The location to the lake was perfect and had all needed amenities. Added bonus that it was pet friendly and a very clean property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025