Cullman is a small city and also the county seat of Cullman County in Alabama, U.S.A. The city’s motto is “A City of Character,“ and it lives up to this name with its many attractions. Cullman is accessed from Interstate 65, around 55 miles (89 km) from Huntsville and 50 miles (80 km) from Birmingham. Outdoor activities include golf and fishing in Smith Lake. The latter and the city’s many parks are ideal for family picnics. History buffs will appreciate the Crooked Creek Civil War Museum. Housed in an original log cabin, the museum has exhibits of Civil War memorabilia. Meanwhile, Cullman County Museum exhibits information and items covering two centuries of the town’s local history. The building is a replica of the original home of Colonel Cullmann, the founder of the town. Enjoy scrolling through a selection of great Airbnb vacation rentals in Cullman, Alabama.
1. The cottage at Meadowbrook (from USD 66)
This cottage is located at Meadowbrook in Cullman County halfway between Birmingham and Huntsville, a little off the Interstate. The three-bedroom cottage is in a quiet location and offers all the comforts of home. The property can sleep up to eight guests in its four beds. It has one bathroom. This is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the view with nothing to distract you since the cottage has no cable TV or WiFi. The cottage has a comfortably furnished living room, well-equipped kitchen, a washer and dryer, and free parking on-site. Two of the three bedrooms feature a queen bed each while the third one has a king bed.
The Cottage at MeadowbrookCullman, Alabama, United StatesTop guest reviews
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without wifi or tv it’s the perfect place to unplug and unwindthe fact that it has no tv or wi-fi i felt was a bonusthe amenities are comfortable and our family was quite comfortable herethe home is so cozy and comfortable you won’t mind the absence of tvs or wifii enjoyed the quiet & seclusion as well as lack of tv & internetCleanliness:
nice clean place to stayit was clean and decorated nicelyeverything was clean and towels were providednice clean & peaceful thanksbeyond that one small issue everything was very clean two women that keep very clean houses were bothHost:
host provided easy to follow directionsfast responses and overall great hostjohn was a great hostour host was super responsive and welcomingjohn is an amazing hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great place to stay reasonably close to i-65 easy check in so smooththis place is perfect for unplugging from life and having a much needed breakif you are looking for the perfect "get away from it all" this is the placegreat place to stay in the area easy to findgreat place to stop
2. Beach house for 14 on the lake in Cullman (from USD 275)
This large house is located right on the beach on Smith Lake in Cullman. The three-story property offers five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a spacious deck, two outdoor showers, a pool table, dock, and boathouse. It also has a diving board and zip line for family fun. Enjoy relaxing on the deck where there is a gas grill. The kitchen comes fully equipped with everything necessary for up to 14 guests. Cable TV, free WiFi, and parking are available on-site.
Beach House on the LakeCullman, Alabama, United StatesTop guest reviews
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the beds and furniture were comfortable and plentifula couple of the beds were squeaky / noisy but otherwise furnishings were goodgreat house plenty of room and great view for morning coffeethe grill is in good shape and easily accessible from the kitchenvery nice house with lots of space and comfortable living areasCleanliness:
very clean spacious and relaxingit was very clean and the decor was beautifuladditionally all of the bathrooms had plenty of towels and were very clean and niceit is clean has spacious and well equipped kitchenwater was clean clear and cool but not coldHost:
host is very responsive and overall great ownerliz was a great host and was very helpful when we had questionsthe owner was exceptionally great at communicating with us and making sure that all was going wellboth the host and the house were greatthanks to liz for being a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
convenient location easy walk to watergreat location great neighborsi highly recommend this house and locationthis place is great for family get awaythis beautiful home is in the perfect location and is absolutely beautiful
3. Woodland Street guest house (from USD 39)
This comfortable accommodation sleeps up to six guests in three bedrooms with a total of three beds and two private bathrooms. The property is located in a quiet neighborhood of Cullman, close to the I-65 exit 310. There are several restaurants in the area. A Walmart is also close by. The property is perfect for business or leisure travelers, or those stopping over on their way to the Gulf of Mexico. The first bedroom features a king bed and en-suite bathroom while the second bedroom has a double bed. The third bedroom features a queen bed. Guests in two of the three rooms share a private hall bathroom with shower. There are no televisions in the rooms, but free wireless Internet is available. Guests have access to the kitchen for light cooking and making coffee. A laundry room is available. Relax on the porch in the sunny weather and enjoy the fresh air.
Woodland Street Guest HouseCullman, Alabama, United StatesTop guest reviews
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there were nice touches like chocolates and coffee in each roommy room was nice and warm upon arrival with several amenities including towels keurig soap shampoo etcallison is a wonderful and thoughtful host the room we were in had a keurig and everything for coffeewe really appreciated the keurig coffees and hot showers for weary travelersit was exactly as described and comfortableCleanliness:
super clean room very well decoratedvery clean very private very affordablecomfortable clean homey and convenientthis house is very clean and comfortablelarge clean private and comfortableHost:
allison was a great hostallison and her husband were great host who provided everything and moreallison and her husband were wonderful hostshe was able to communicate easily with the hosts and felt welcome in their homeallison and her husband are the perfect hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatawesome location close to the highwaysuper convenient location while traveling down to floridagreat location and the neighborhood is very quiet and safegreat place very convenient to i65
4. Amazingly huge and beautiful house on Lewis Smith Lake (from USD 398)
This large stunning house is located on the edge of Lewis Smith Lake in Cullman. The property accommodates up to 14 guests in five bedrooms with a total of seven beds and four bathrooms. The house has huge structural wooden beams and roofing and is attractively decorated. The house features a floor-to-ceiling glass wall facing the lake. It has a large porch and balcony for guests to take in fresh air and sunshine as they relax. The living room features a Bose sound system whose sound filters through the entire home. The house has a boat dock and swimming pier, which is ideal for fishing. Cable TV and free parking are available. There is no Internet connection of any kind. The rooms consist of a mix of five king and queen beds, one twin daybed, one trundle bed, two floormats and eight sofa recliners – perfect for a large group, family reunion or yoga retreat. The two floors of the house have separate entrances. Each floor comes equipped with a modern and fully equipped kitchen. Bathrooms have tiled baths with overhead shower and glass walls.
Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Showhome on Smith LakeLewis Smith Lake, Alabama, United StatesTop guest reviews
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the huge deck and well appointed kitchen were favorites amongst the ladies in our groupwe really enjoyed the well equipped kitchen that allowed us to prepare our christmas dinner without any issuesthe beds were extremely comfortable and there were plenty of linens for the whole weekthe bathrooms were supplied with soaps and shampoos as an awesome gesturethere was plenty of room for our 4 teenage boys everyone slept comfortablyCleanliness:
it was clean and well furnishedeverything was clean and comfortable and we felt right at homethere was plenty of clean linen and towels for everyone for the entire weekend including amenitiesthis home was so clean and had stunning viewsthe house was very comfortable clean and spacious for the six of usHost:
jane was an amazing hostjane was an amazing hostgreat place the landlord was very responsivehost was prompt and very nicejane is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great house located in a quiet cove right off the main lakethis house is great beautiful place in a great locationi definitely recommend this lovely place for a weekend away and hope to come backit was a wonderful place to be for our trip to alabamaseems host has thought of everything needed and location is easy to find
5. Private oasis to chill out close to Smith Lake marina (from USD 89)
This comfortable RV or camper can accommodate up to four guests in one bedroom with two beds and one bathroom. The RV is situated in Crane Hill, 19 miles (31 km) from Cullman. The 34-foot camper is just 10 miles from the I-65 on Smith Lake, with several marinas close by offering boat launches. A private swimming pool is on-site, and pets are welcome. Guests can also rent a Crown Line 200 Deck boat at an additional fee. Life jackets, skis, and inner tubes are provided. The camper has a well-equipped kitchen, cable TV, and wireless Internet. Breakfast is served each morning.
Heavenly Oasis to chill close to Smith Lake MarinaCrane Hill, Alabama, United StatesTop guest reviews
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amenities in the trailer were great (tv coffee water toiletries)the queen bed was very comfortable and there was a ton of closet spacepat and dave’s cozy camper was perfect for our family of 4 and our jack russell terrierthe bed was comfy and our boys slept great on the loveseat and reclinersthe pool was a very nice extra for our two girlsCleanliness:
extremely clean cozy placeit was very clean and a nice and quiet stayvery clean and friendly highly recommendedthe camper was clean and comfortable and well stockedit was very neat clean and comfortableHost:
pat was an amazing hostpat the owner was very kind and welcomingpat and dave were wonderful hostsuch great hosts awesome personalitiespat and dave were great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location hospitality and accommodations
6. Former speakeasy, funky bed and bar
This funky apartment is located in a former speakeasy in Cullman, Alabama. Originally the site of the historic Cullman Ironworks, the property became an illicit liquor store, or speakeasy, during the Prohibition Era. The apartment has a Bohemian feel to it with its one bedroom that can sleep up to three guests and its one bathroom. The living room is spacious. WiFi and Smart TV are available in the living room and in the bedroom. There is a back porch with a hammock for relaxation in the fresh air. The apartment has air conditioning and heating, as well as large windows. The apartment also caters to musicians. It has a stage, lighting, speakers, mixer, and two microphones. There is a full kitchen. The apartment offers a selection of books and DVDs to enjoy during your stay. Free WiFi and a Smart television with Roku and Chromecast are available to guests.
Former Speakeasy, Funky Bed & BarCullman, Alabama, United StatesTop guest reviews
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no frills easy comfortable placethe bed was very comfy and the fans kept me cool during the nightthe bedroom is comfortable and eclecticHost:
oscar is a really nice hostoscar is a great hostoscar is a great host cool and kindhis place is full of character and he’s an awesome hostgreat host very good communicationRead more reviewsLocation:
great location within walking distance of downtownit’s in a great location within walking distance of awesome local placesthe location is awesome close to shopping and many places to eatit's convenient to the highway there are good restaurants in walking distancegreat location close to all great restaurants and next to the train tracks
7. Our house - private room
This comfortable double room is located in a private family home in Cullman. The room sleeps up to two guests in one bedroom with one bed and a private bathroom. The room is accessible from the lower garage of the house. Pets are welcome at the owner’s discretion. Free parking is available on the property. However, TV and WiFi are not available.
Our HouseCullman, Alabama, United StatesTop guest reviews
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easy access and free wifithere was a heater in the room that was a nice touch and kept us very warmreally nice room bathroom and separate entrancebeautiful private room and bathbed was super comfortable alsoCleanliness:
very clean and spaciousway clean and better than advertisedeverything was clean and comfortablevery clean and easy accessvery clean very accommodatingHost:
wonderful host and wonderful spacethe host was always responsive with a lightening fast reply to every needvery kind helpful hostvery nice responsive hostmark was very kind and flexible working with our scheduleRead more reviewsLocation:
very nice and close to everythinggreat relatively private location that’s located close to the interstategreat place to stay great location to food and shoppingclean great location private close to things in town and very comfortablewe were very pleased with our stay and the location
8. Secluded country home with private pool on 7 acres of land
This beautiful property occupies seven acres of land in Cullman. The large secluded country house in the property can accommodate 10 to 12 guests in five bedrooms that have a total of seven beds and three bathrooms. Located in a quiet area, the house offers three bedrooms on the upper level, including one king bed and four twin beds. The ground floor offers two bedrooms each with a queen bed. There is a living area with cable TV, fully fitted kitchen, and a separate gym/office with a TV and Golden Tee machine. There is also a weight bench, foosball table, and elliptical machine. Free parking and WiFi internet are available. Fishermen will enjoy the pond on the property, which is stocked with fish. There is also a swimming pool on the grounds.
Secluded Home With Private Pool on 7 Acres!
9. 'Rock the South' special room
This comfortable room is located in a private home in Cullman and can accommodate up to four guests in one bedroom with three beds and a private bathroom. The loft bedroom has a queen bed and two twin beds, making it ideal for a small family. Guests have access to the kitchen and living room. The property is less than a mile to the Rock the South venue. The owners are happy to drop off and collect guests who wish to attend a concert. The house is also within walking distance to several restaurants and bars. Free WiFi and web-based TV are available for guests.
Rock the South Special
10. Smith Lake home for 14
The lake-front property is located in the Crane Hill area of Cullman and can sleep up to 14 guests in five bedrooms with 11 beds and four bathrooms. The property is ideal for a large family or group. It was recently renovated with a new deck and comfortable outdoor furniture. The living area features cable TV and a fireplace. Free WiFi is available. The kitchen has all the necessary utensils and appliances for cooking your own meals. Three of the five bedrooms feature a queen bed each, while the fourth has two single beds. The fifth room features five single beds, ideal for children.
Smith Lake HomeCrane Hill, Alabama, United States
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Whether interested in history, fishing, swimming or simply chilling out, this is the ideal destination, while staying in an Airbnb vacation rental in Cullman.
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