The 2008 Official Alabama Vacation Guide

ALABAMA MOUNTAINS Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains HURRICANE CREEK PARK/WILLIAM “BUDDY” RODGERS NATURAL AREA CULLMAN GOLF COURSE www.cullmanrecreation.org. 256-739-2386, 256739-2307. 2321 Co. Rd. 490, Hanceville. Senior, group, twilight & junior rates. PC, TC. 18 holes, par 72, 6351 yds. SMITH LAKE VACATION RENTALS www.smithlakevacationrentals.com. 877-2980901, 256-426-2587. 515 Co. Rd. 386. 1 unit. 2-nt $280, 3-nt $495. K, PA. PC. CWT www.hurricanecreek.homestead.com. 256-7342125. 22600 U.S. Hwy. 31N, Vinemont. Open Tu-Sat. 9-5, Sun. 1-5. Admission charged; group & child rates. PC. 67-acre, 500’ deep gorge. Rock formations, waterfalls, hiking trail. Mountain bike trail under development. Rock climbing, primitive camping, picnicking, birding. TERRI PINES COUNTRY CLUB www.terripines.com. 256-739-0738. 700 Pine Hill Dr. Tu – Sun. 8 am - 6 pm. Sat. & Sun. 7:30 am- 6 pm. Out of town visitors rates. CC. Features beautiful course with Tiff Dwarf greens and Tiffway 419 fairways, including a practice putting green, lighted driving range and club house with pro-shop. SUPER 8 MOTEL www.super8.com. 800-800-8000, 256-734-8854. 6349 AL Hwy. 157. 67 units. $45–$56. CB, SP SCD, GD, AAA. , TC, CC. D-1(b, e, f, h, i, k–m, p), D-2(a, d), D-3(f, h). THE SHRINE AT OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS MONASTERY www.olamshrine.com. 256-352-6267, 205-7955717 (group tours). 3222 Co. Rd. 548, Hanceville. Open 6–9:30 (gift shop M–Sat. 8–4:45). Sundays 6am-6pm; Sunday’s 5--5:30 p.m. benediction is televised worldwide. Free. The shrine rests among the rolling hills of Alabama. Open to groups and individuals who are seeking spiritual renewal. D1(b, c, e, i, l, n–p). CONDOS/BEACH HOUSES/RENTAL MANAGEMENT COMPANIES SMITH LAKE RETREAT www.smithlakeretreat.com. 205-918-0011, 205902-6185. 1921 Co. Rd. 330, Crane Hill. 1 unit. Three night $550, One Week $995 PC, TC, CC. ACCOMMODATIONS BEST WESTERN FAIRWINDS INN www.bestwestern.com/fairwindsinn. 800-5281234, 888-559-0549, 256-737-5009. 1917 Commerce Ave. 50 units. $53–$125. CB, ER, SP SJ, , PA, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(a, b, e, f, h, k, m, n, p). BED & BREAKFASTS SMITH LAKE BED & BREAKFAST BBAA www.smithlakebandb.com. 256-747-6057. 994 Co. Rd. 4230, Crane Hill. 2 units. $150-$200. FB, K, PB, CW, TV, AC, FP SJ. PC, TC, CC. Located on , deep water. Great views from every suite. Lots of decks, porches, outdoor gills, ﬁre pit, kayaking, biking,boating,ﬁshing. Fantastic sunsets. SMITH FARMS HICKORY SMOKED MEATS www.smithfarms.net. 888-300-7987, 256-7370505. 1825 4th St. SW. Open M-Sun. 10-6. PC, TC, CC. Old-fashioned meat prepared, using secret Southern recipes. Also cheese, honey, jams, grits, salad dressings, and more. D-1(a). COMFORT INN 256-734-1240. 5917 AL Hwy. 157 NW. 50 units. $71–$120. CB, MF, SP PA, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. , TC, CC. SMITH LAKE PARK www.cullmancountyparks.com. 256-739-2916, 256-734-3369. 416 Co. Rd. 385. Open May–Sept.: M–Sat. 9–sunset, Sun. 12:30–sunset. Fee for attractions only; senior & child rates. PC, TC, CC. County-operated park featuring pool, waterslide, Putt-Putt® golf, playground, yearround tent and RV camping, boat launch, picnic areas, pavilions, cabins. CULLMAN SWCD CAMP MEADOWBROOK 256-734-1431, 256-796-2949. 2344 Co. Rd. 747. 2 units. $50-$75, plus $1-$2 per person. K. PC. D-1(b, f–h, j, n). DANVILLE See Moulton pg.50 map E-9 ATTRACTIONS JESSE OWENS MUSEUM PARK DAYS INN—CULLMAN www.daysinn.com. 800-329-7466, 256-739-3800. 1841 4th St. SW. 118 units. $51-$80. CB, R, MF, SP , PA, HI. TC. D-1(e, f, h, i, k, m, p), D-2(a), D-3(b, h, k). SOUTHERN ACCENTS ARCHITECTURAL ANTIQUES NRHP www.antiques-architectural.com. 877-737-0554, 256-737-0554. 308 2nd Ave. SE. Open M–F 9–5. Sat. 10-5. PC, TC, CC. Large selection of doors, mantles, stained/ beveled glass, light ﬁxtures, tubs/ sinks, patio products, hardwood ﬂooring. ECONO LODGE 256-734-2691. 1655 Co. Rd. 437. 60 units. $55. CB, R, MF, ER, GC, PA, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(a, b, e–n, p), D-2(b), D-3(h). DECATUR map C-10 ATTRACTIONS BLUE & GRAY MUSEUM OF NORTH ALABAMA 256-350-4018. 723 Bank St. NW. Open M–Sat. 10–5:30. Admission charged. PC, TC, CC. Primarily Civil War military equipment, including guns, swords, riﬂes, bayonets, uniforms, etc. Also preand post-Civil War items. D-1(a, f, i, n). SPORTSMAN LAKE PARK www.cullmancountyparks.com. 256-734-3052, 256-734-3369. 1536 Sportsman Lake Rd. Open M– Sat. 7 am–sunset, Sun. 9 am–sunset. Free. PC, TC. County-operated park featuring ﬁshing, PuttPutt golf, playground, hiking trail, picnic area, pavilions, carousel, train, Ferris wheel. Multi-use paved trail and 4.7 mi. mountain bike trail. ECONOMY INN 256-734-0122, 256-735-0330. 1834 2nd Ave. NW. 40 units. $30 and up. PA, HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(a). HAMPTON INN 800-HAMPTON, 256-739-4444. 6100 Hwy. 157 & I-65. 83 units. $88-$159 CB, MF, ER, SP SJ, HI, , SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(c, d, j–l, p), D-2(a), D-3(b, e, f, h). CELEBRATION ARENA www.rackinghorse.com. 256-353-7225. 67 Horse Center Rd., Priceville. Site of Racking Horse Spring Celebration in April and the World Celebration each September. Ideal for indoor track, ﬂea markets, car/animal shows. A TOUCH OF GERMAN 877-563-1029, 256-739-4592. 218 First Ave. SE. Open M–Sat. 9:30–5:30. Free. PC, TC, CC. Traditional German clothing, nutcrackers, Bavarian steins, tin toys, Austrian crystal, Christmas ornaments, candies, German cuckoo clocks, Blue Delft, Reuge music, Russian nesting dolls. D-1(b). HANCEVILLE INN & SUITES CWT www.hancevilleinn.com. 888-693-0100, 256352-0000. 912 Main St. NE, Hanceville. 58 units. $41.75–$69. CB, K, SP PA, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. , D-1(b, c, f–i, k–m, o, p), D-3(c, h, i). HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS www.hiexpress.com/cullmanal. 800-HOLIDAY, 256736-1906. 2052 Hays Dr. NW, Hwy. 157. 78 units. CB, MF, ER, SP HI, SCD, GD, AAA. TC, CC. D-1(b–n, , p), D-2(a), D-3(b–f, h, i, k). COOK’S NATURAL SCIENCE MUSEUM www.cookspest.com. 256-350-9347. 412 13th St. SE. Open M–Sat. 9–noon and 1–5, Sun. 2–5. Free. Extensive collections of beautiful and exotic insects, mounted birds, mammals, rocks and minerals, seashells, and coral. Films and live interactive exhibits. D-1(a, b, p). WEISS COTTAGE NRHP www.cullmancountymuseum.com. 800-533-1258, 256-739-1258. 1st Ave. Open by appt. Free. Cullman’s oldest home. Wood-frame structure was home to Dr. Weiss’ family. Also served as his medical ofﬁce; cellar housed his goats. 19thcentury furnishings. LOG CABIN LAKE RENTAL ON SMITH LAKE 256-287-1040. 206 Co. Rd. 229. 1 unit. $70– $100. K. PC, TC. DECATUR CIVIL WAR WALKING TOUR www.decaturcvb.org. 800-524-6181, 256-3502028. Bank St. NE. Open M-F 8-5, Sat. 9-5, Sun. 15. Free. Self-guided walking tour of Decatur’s Civil War sites. Brochures available at Visitors Center, Old State Bank and Bank Street merchants. Confederate Gen. Hood, in ﬁerce 4-day 1864 Battle of Decatur, attempted to cross Tennessee River to cut off Union supply lines in Nashville. GOLF CHESLEY OAKS GOLF CLUB 256-796-9808. 1035 Co. Rd. 1583. Senior rates. PC, TC, CC. Championship course. Featuring Scottish links-style course. Perfect playing conditions. Affordable pricing. 18 holes, par 71, 6738 yds. SLEEP INN & SUITES 800-228-5150, 256-734-6166. I-65 & Hwy. 157, Exit 310. 54 units. CB, MF, ER, SP HI, SCD, GD, , AAA. TC, CC. D-1(c, j, k, p), D-2(a), D-3(b, h). SMITH LAKE CABIN RENTALS 256-747-6373. 2025 Co. Rd. 338, Crane Hill. 2 units. $90–$200. K. PC, TC, CC. DELANO PARK www.digitaldecatur.com. 256-350-2028. 6th Ave. SE. Named for President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, park features splash pad, playground, tennis court, baseball ﬁelds, and other recreation facilities. SMITH LAKE MARINA & RESORT www.smithlakemarina.com. 256-734-1598. 175 Co. Rd. 312. 4 units. $60. K, PA. PC, TC, CC. 34 w w w. a l a b a m a . t r a v e l http://www.cullmanrecreation.org http://www.smithlakevacationrentals.com http://www.hurricanecreek.homestead.com http://www.super8.com http://www.terripines.com http://www.olamshrine.com http://www.smithlakeretreat.com http://www.bestwestern.com/fairwindsinn http://www.smithlakebandb.com http://www.smithfarms.net http://www.cullmancountyparks.com http://www.daysinn.com http://www.antiques-architectural.com http://www.cullmancountyparks.com http://www.rackinghorse.com http://www.hancevilleinn.com http://www.cookspest.com http://www.hiexpress.com/cullmanal http://www.cullmancountymuseum.com http://www.decaturcvb.org http://www.digitaldecatur.com http://www.smithlakemarina.com http://www.alabama.travel

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