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Castaway Cottage

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Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace
Lake
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8126 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Castaway Cottage

Your family vacation search ends here at this cozy cabin with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and all the things you need for a home away from home comfort. The water is just a few steps from the screened-in porch. You also have use of the kayaks, PWC ports, the dock for your boat, fishing, and swimming. The firepit is perfect for s’mores all year! Hungry? Start the gas grill! Meals at the farmhouse table on the screened porch, with an amazing lake view. Swim area for all ages.

Property manager

Ivy Hornsby

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Kitchen island

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1354 sq ft (126 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Eclectic, AL

What's nearby

  • Lake Martin - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Wind Creek State Park - 28 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Wetumpka - 43 min drive - 40.2 km
  • Auburn University - 55 min drive - 55.3 km
  • EastChase Shopping Mall - 55 min drive - 63.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Social at Lake Martin - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cotton's Alabama Barbecue - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Kowaliga Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chuckwalla's Pizza - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Springhouse Restaurant - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Castaway Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Castaway Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castaway Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Castaway Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Lake Martin and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Yates Lake Wildlife Management Area. Goat Island and Yates Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Castaway Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!
Great property, exactly what we expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aric C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 stars
Great property and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacation
Quiet area. Enjoyed cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake home
could not have asked for a better stay. the house was clean and cozy. We loved it so much and will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place
This place is the perfect getaway for us and we will be back! The location, house, access, all of it was great for our family of 4 with little ones. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

linda l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
Great location beautiful view accomadations met needs
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as expected and great host!!
Ivy was great communicator and very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
November birthday
The place was serene, quiet and cozy. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Escape
As advertised! Quiet cove with an amazing dock!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Quiet Lake Getaway
This is a great place to get away with family/friends to enjoy the lake and just relax! We brought our boat and tied up to the dock a few yards from the back porch. (There is a full service marina and free boat launch just down the road). The fishing is fantastic! The neighbors were super friendly. We will definitely be back again as soon as possible!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and Perfect
We loved our long weekend! We came for a family wedding and the house was perfect. It was clean and comfortable. My 80 something in-laws appreciated the easy 1 step entrances. The view of the lake was beautiful and very peaceful. My adult kids loved getting to use the kayaks!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
This cute cottage was just what our 2 Senior adults couples needed. It has a flat lot that made it easy to enter with very few steps at the doors. It was clean and had a well stocked kitchen. The dock was a favorite fishing spot. We especially enjoyed the large screened porch. We spent lots of time out there. Our host, Ivy made our entire visit a smooth experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!!
The place was WONDERFUL!! Ivy checked on us after we settled in to make sure we didn’t need anything, she communicated with us before. The house was more like a home on a beautiful lake!! We are definitely going back !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Came for a wedding and this place was perfect in a beautiful setting!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful housing for quick wedding weekend
Everything moved seamlessly from the booking to check in to my request for a late checkout. Also I thought I left something behind and Ivy was amazingly helpful with the whole situation. House was very clean and well equipped. A wonderful experience overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Everything was great we truly enjoyed the time here
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alannah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great 3/2, great location
This property was perfect for two families of 2 adults and 2 kids each! Location is close by car and boat to all of the Lake Martin hot spots. Great communication with host. Easy check in and check out. Clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Wonderful!
My husband & I have been using VRBO for a few years now, but none of our travel experiences have ever been as wonderful as this one! Not only was this beautiful property exactly as described, we were welcomed & treated like friends even though we’ve never met Ivy before and we booked on incredibly short notice. Communication was fantastic and Ivy made sure that we had everything we needed & could ever think to ask for. My husband & I are already looking ahead at dates so that we can book this property again very soon! Such a wonderful home away from home and exactly what we needed to relax & recharge away from everyone & everything! I would HIGHLY recommend this property to anyone desiring a peaceful, beautiful retreat with an amazing host like no other! Thank you, Ivy!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregg F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect and Peaceful
This property was just as it was described in the listing. Ivy was excellent and easy to communicate with. It was so peaceful and allowed us to relax and recharge.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann B., Austin, TX USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Making Memories
Perfect getaway location to celebrate milestone birthdays with friends! Spent time reading and talking on the screened porch and enjoying sunsets from the dock. We even watched some great SEC football! Best time of the year at the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Great location! Quiet and very relaxing. Easy check in process, & Ivy is a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal
It was the perfect place for a family weekend. We had a wonderful time and didn't lack for anything. Everything we needed for a delightful vacation was provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Haley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location
We had an amazing time and can’t wait to visit again. The house was perfect - clean, fully stocked, great location, great owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John K., Fairhope Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great & Peaceful Location
Communication w/ the host was timely and easy. The property is exactly as advertised. I cute cabin in a great location of Lake Martin, especially if you plan on boating. Nice dock & pier affords beautiful views, easy boat docking for two boats, and appreciated the use of 2 kayaks on-site. 2 sets of stairs made water/swimming access super easy. Appreciated the updated bathrooms and the kitchen coffee station (both pot & keurig).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th of July Weekend
My family rented this house to be close to my parents for the 4th of July. We had such a wonderful time. The house was very comfortable and clean! We loved the screened in porch and dock. Will definitely consider renting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022