At Merrymore, mornings start with still water and steaming mugs, and nights end with stories by the fire and stars that look close enough to touch. This is the kind of place where kids cannonball off the dock while parents relax on the deck. Where game nights last too long and nobody minds. Where you’ll find all the comforts of home — and a few you didn’t know you needed. - 4 bedrooms • 6 beds • 2 baths • Sleeps 10 • (4th bedroom/kids hangout located in upstairs game house) - Thoughtfully designed for families and groups - Spacious open living room with lake views - Fully stocked kitchen and dining space - Hot tub with a view and LED string lights - Large deck for meals, morning coffee, or just breathing in the view - Smart TVs, fast WiFi, and all your favorite streaming apps Outdoor Fun - Private dock for swimming, boating, fishing, and lounging - Hot tub overlooking the lake - 2 kayaks - Lily pad for hours of endless fun in the lake - Screened porch for dining & lounging while staying bug-free - Firepit with Adirondack chairs — perfect for s’mores and sunsets - Blackstone grill & Webber charcoal grill available for use - String lights that turn nights into magic For Families + Kids - Separate game house gives the kids a space of their own with shuffleboard, puzzle/poker table, games and activities - 4th bedroom perfect for older kids located via ladder-stairs above game room with queen futon, chair that opens to twin bed (linens available for all), and TV - Washer/dryer and full kitchen for easy family stays - Smart locks and Simplisafe security for peace of mind Extras That Matter - Contactless check-in with digital smart locks - Professionally cleaned after each stay - Starter kit of essentials (coffee, paper goods, toiletries) - Parking for multiple cars Location Nestled near Crane Hill, AL, Merrymore sits on the peaceful shores of Smith Lake, one of the cleanest and clearest lakes in the South. You’re a short drive from: - Trident Marina & The Grille (great food + live music) - Smith Lake Park (family fun + swimming area) - Bankhead National Forest and local hiking trails - Cullman and Jasper for dining, groceries, and shopping Our Promise This home was built around one simple idea: ✨ Make memories that last. ✨ When you stay at Merrymore, you’re not just booking a lake house. You’re booking the moments you’ll talk about for years. More joy. More lake. Merrymore.