Welcome to Reel Paradise
Welcome to Reel Paradise
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We’re The Gustafsons and we own this Family Lake House just a few steps from Lewis Smith Lake. First off we’d like to say thank so much for choosing our place to stay and we really hope you enjoy it as much as us! We try to keep everything in good order, but should you need to contact us during your stay, the best way to reach us is directly through the app you booked with!
We made this quick manual to help call out some common questions on the house and the surrounding areas so that you can have the best stay possible.
Warmest regards Your Hosts,
The Gustafsons
Arrival Info
Arrival Info
Check in Time is 4pm Central Time
Keys - We will send you a unique code good for your stay via your booking platform
AREA INFO: If you're wondering what all there is to do in the area check out our Insiders Guide to Lewis Smith Lake
PARKING: We are very fortunate that our location is incredibly easy to access and there is a large driveway with space for 6-8 vehicles, this is very rare to find on the lake. You are able to access the home in any normal vehicle, cars included and there is room for a boat trailer as well. In fact the driveway has been known to double as a pickleball court!
House Rules
House Rules
WE ARE A SMOKE FREE PROPERTY. Smoking inside will result in an additional $250 Cleaning Charge plus any additional damage expense as a result.
PETS: We do allow pets, but only if you acquired approval in advance.
NO PARTIES: Parties and large gatherings of any kind are strictly prohibited!
NO ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES of any kind are allowed on the property.
QUIET HOURS: 10pm - 8am Many people seek this area specifically for the peace and quiet it provides. Please respect our neighbors by keeping outdoor noise to a minimum.
SEPTIC: Please respect the Septic System | No Flushing of Wipes | Feminine Hygiene Products | Trash | etc
TOWELS: Please respect Towels & Sheets | Gray Towels Inside & Colored Towels for the Lake.
BBQ: Please only use BBQ utensils on the BBQ = No Plastic | Please clean any mess made on the grill after use. Grill is a Bring your Own Charcoal Grill & Smoker
SLIDE & SWINGS: Parents are responsible for their children's safety, please only use Slide and Swings with Adult Supervision.
DAMAGE: Please report any damage or breakage to the owner as soon as reasonably possible.
SAFETY: Guests are fully responsible for the safety & security of themselves & their children at all times.
SECURITY & DEPARTURE: Please ensure all windows & doors are closed/locked when leaving the property. Please lock all doors other than the main door from the inside & please lock the main entry door by pressing the lock icon in the lower Right corner of the Smart lock to lock the door. Please switch off lights, TVs & other electronics when leaving the property.
Water Safety Rules & Lake Info
Water Safety Rules & Lake Info
Wavelink Water Safety Monitor: We invested in a state of the art WaveLink system which monitors electricity levels in the water at all times. This is mounted on the front of the dock and has a Light on top of the unit. Please make sure it is plugged in at all times.
Blue Light = Things are "All Clear" and you are good to swim.
Red Light or Alarm = Danger Electricity Present - Do Not Enter or Get out of the Water ASAP!
No Wake Zone: Lewis Smith Lake is Large and Beautiful, so Large that it isn't feasible to place No Wake Bouys in all of the areas that are considered no wake. Please Respect the Following No Wake Zones:
No Wake inside of our small private cove
No Wakes allowed within 100' of any dock structure
No Wake under the Bridges & within 100' of any Marina
Alcohol: This may surprise some, but Lewis Smith Lake is a Dry Lake. Meaning no alcohol allowed on any marine vessel. I am told that if you are stopped by marine patrol, there is a fine per container, bottle or can on any marine vessel.
Alabama Boating Laws: Before you hit the lake, it’s important to understand Alabama’s boating laws and who can legally operate a boat or PWC. Key requirements in Alabama (2024–25) include:
New Boaters License Requirement for Visitors: Beginning Oct. 1, 2024, any non-resident must carry a valid boater safety certificate. That means if you’re from out of state, bring proof of completion of your home state’s boating course (or an Alabama-approved course) to rent or drive a boat on any AL waterway.
You can get your license here: State-approved online boating course: Boat-Ed.com and BoaterExam.com
Minimum Age: No one under 12 years old may operate any motorized vessel (including a Sea-Doo or other personal watercraft) on Alabama waters.
License at 12+: Anyone 12 or older must obtain an Alabama Boater License (the “V” endorsement on your driver’s license) to operate a boat or PWC alea.govalea.gov. However, 12–13-year-old operators must have a licensed adult (21+) on board at all times
Operate Alone at 14+: Boaters 14 or older can operate alone once licensed, without the need for a chaperone
Always Carry Your License: By law, the operator certification (boating license/certificate) must be on board the vessel while operating alea.gov. In practice, rental companies will verify you have it before letting you go.
Life Jackets Required: Alabama law requires one USCG-approved life jacket (PFD) per person on board.
Kill Switch (Engine Cut-off) Rules: Every PWC and any boat with an open cockpit over 50 horsepower must have a working engine cut-off switch (kill switch) and lanyard attached to the operator.
House & property info
House & property info
Wifi PASSWORD: Top10Vacation.com
HVAC: The HVAC controls are located on the living room wall behind the couch by the fireplace. Pressing + raises the temp and – lowers it. In the hot summer months please keep the doors and windows closed and don't turn the AC down below 70 as it can freeze the unit and you will get HOT. There is also a separate control for the upstairs unit located in the hall between the bedrooms.
TVs are equipped with ROKU streaming that allow access to many streaming services. There is a ton of Free content, start by clicking on “Featured Free” and browsing from there or you are welcome to sign into any service that you subscribe to, please remember to sign out before leaving.
ROKU HOW TO: Click to access 1000’s of Free Tv Shows & Movies on Roku
SUPPLIES: We supply a starter set of Consumables like Dishwasher tabs, Paper Towels, Toilet Paper & Laundry Pods for each stay. Depending on your use you may need to purchase more.
TRASH: Unfortunately due to the lakeside location Trash service DOES NOT come to the house. There are 2 Large community dumpsters that you passed on your way in and all trash must go in those dumpsters. There are extra trash bags under the kitchen sink, please bag all trash and place it in the Community Dumpsters so that wildlife does not get into it. (Map Below)
PARKING: You are welcome to park up to 6 vehicles at the house. Please do not park on the small road coming to the house or in the grass. There is no parking in the gated lower yard area.
FIRE EXTINGUISHER: Located in the kitchen under the sink & In the Garage mounted on the wall near the entry door.
FIRST AID KIT: Located in the kitchen under the sink
EMERGENCY RESPONSE DIAL 911 - MEDICAL | FIRE | POLICE
So Long, Thanks for Staying
So Long, Thanks for Staying
CHECK OUT: Check Out Time is 10am Central Time
Please place all trash in the community trash cans you passed on your way in. (Map Below)
Please put any dirty dishes in the dishwasher & Run it when you leave
Please leave the sheets on the bed upon check out, no need to strip them we will get it.
Please put any dirty towels in the washer and start it if you don’t mind. If any towels were stained during your stay please leave them in the tub or shower.
Please turn out the lights when you leave
Please lock the main entry door by pressing the lock icon in the lower Right corner of the Smart lock to lock the door behind you.
Local Area Info
Local Area Info
If you are looking for a little more info on Restaurants, Marinas and things to do around here.
Click Here to Check out our Insiders Guide to Smith Lake!
Map to Community dumpster
Map to Community dumpster
Our quaint community of lakeside homes unfortunately doesn't have roads wide enough to allow trash trucks. As a result our Trash is serviced by Large Community Dumpsters very close to the house.
Please bag all trash and place it in the dumpsters.
We would love to host you again! We have vacation homes on the Gulf Coast of Florida and The Mountains of Tennessee and Georgia. Just click on a picture to see more details or Click to see all of our properties Here.
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