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Beautiful Lakefront Family Retreat! Pet Friendly, Canoes Included, Sleeps 28+

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8 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 30539 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • 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.

Beautiful Lakefront Family Retreat! Pet Friendly, Canoes Included, Sleeps 28+

Take advantage of this spacious 8 bedroom / 3 level lake house which has a beautiful view of Lake Wedowee. We are pet friendly! Enjoy your privacy in this spacious home. The home has 8 comfortable bedrooms, 15 beds and 4 baths. Easily sleeps 28 but can sleep more if you have small children. There are plenty of sofas to lounge on and sleep in as well. We offer a 5% discount on a full week's stay and a 10% discount for the whole month!

Enjoy family time in an open kitchen with a large pantry stocked with the necessities such as coffee, coffee makers (two 12 cup drip), and Keurig pods, cookware, large serving pans, silverware, wine/regular glasses, blender, basic seasonings, paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, etc. This should be enough to get your stay started off comfortably, and possibly for the entire trip. The home has two washers and three dryers which is great for large families. High speed internet, three large TVs, ESPN and other streaming outlets.

We want to be considerate of all of our guests so we do ask if you bring pets that they don't sleep on the beds please.

The home has beautiful tile and hardwood. The balcony, upper-level porch (unscreened) and carefully designed places within the home are a delight to sit back in a comfy chair, sip your drink of choice and enjoy the lake. The upper balcony has two picnic tables as well as chairs with gas grill (gas provided). There is a foosball table upstairs as well for the kids. The lower-level porch (unscreened) has a hammock swing with chairs and tables to sit back and listen to the birds chirp. Cornhole bean bag toss boards and horseshoes are also available.

If you like smoking meat, a giant smoker is on the property. Feel free to bring your favorite flavor of smoking wood and have fun! It’s perfect for vacations or football weekends to watch your favorite teams by the water.

One canoe and one “John Boat” (similar to a canoe) are included for you to paddle around on the beautiful water. Dock is attached for you to swim around and sunbathe. We also include a giant floating mat you can attach to the dock, as well as inner tubes to float on. Beach towels are included for your stay.

Pontoon boats for cruising or tubing, as well as bass fishing boats are available for rent. Tubes are also available for rent. The boat rental owners are super nice and helpful. The boat can be picked up at the marina or they'll deliver to the house for a small fee.

You are welcome to bring your own boat or pontoon and tie up to our dock. You’ll have access to the private community boat ramp.

We are retired restaurant owners so the house has pictures of some of our menu items which we took out of our old business. They brighten up the home and will probably make you hungry! 😊

We leave our Christmas tree up all year long because hey, every day is like Christmas morning at the lake (also great for weekends around the holidays!).

The main floor of the house has a large open room with high ceilings. The kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances is fully equipped for your stay. Everything you need to whip up a great meal is there. Large gas grill is just outside on the porch.

A breakfast room that’s perfect for breakfast or playing cards and boardgame while you look out over the lake. Across from the kitchen is a full bathroom.

The dining room seats 10+. A sofa and flatscreen TV are also in this large area.

Around the corner you will find the spacious master bedroom with a king bed and private bathroom with a shower and bathtub. Large flat screen TV in the master as well.
The guest bedroom on the main floor is a full-sized bed and very cozy.

A large laundry room with two washers and three dryers is downstairs.

The downstairs den has a large flatscreen and big, comfy couches. You’ll also find a second kitchen with a refrigerator, dishwasher and sink here as well.

Around the corner are two guest bedrooms and a full bath… one guestroom has two full-sized beds and the other has two queen beds.

Go upstairs to the third level and you’ll find four more bedrooms and a full bath. The first room has a full-sized bed. The second has two queen beds, the third is a giant room with three king-sized mattresses and one full-sized mattress, a large flatscreen TV and a sink. You can access the fourth bedroom through the giant room. The fourth smaller bedroom has two twin beds inside.

An extra twin mattress is available if needed.

Our cove is residential and has several year-round residents. We ask our guests to respect the peace and quiet our residents enjoy. Loud outdoor parties are not appropriate.

The nearest marina is about 30 minutes away on the water… just past the 48 bridge. They have gas pumps open seven days during the summer months. 6 days in the fall and winter.

Restaurants in town as well, however admittedly scarce. Nearby from two grocery stores in the town of Wedowee (~15 minutes), Roanoke (~30 minutes) and Anniston (~60 minutes).

About Lake Wedowee—

Lake Wedowee, technically “RL Harris Reservoir” was created in the 80’s by Alabama Power. It’s 10,000 acres (1/4 the size of Lake Lanier north of Atlanta or Lake Martin near Montgomery) and was formed from a deep river channel of the Tallapoosa River. The water is very deep, and very clear. At our south end of the lake, hundred foot depths are the norm.

Alabama Power lowers the water level about 8’ staring in early October until late April. It does affect the appearance of the shoreline somewhat. Our dock does remains floating. The lake in the winter is special. Incredibly quiet and peaceful.

We welcome you to our slice of paradise!

Property manager

David Thomas

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Foosball table
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill
  • Firepit
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Marina nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 5800 sq ft (539 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Loud outdoor parties are not appropriate.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Wedowee, AL

What's nearby

  • Lake Wedowee - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Wedowee Creek - 26 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Talladega National Forest - 57 min drive - 44.0 km
  • West Point Lake - 60 min drive - 55.1 km
  • Cheaha Resort State Park - 72 min drive - 61.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Lynnie Bo's Seafood & Wings Of Lake Wedowee - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Randy's on the River - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Lulu's Country Kitchen - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Lakefront Family Retreat! Pet Friendly, Canoes Included, Sleeps 28+ pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Beautiful Lakefront Family Retreat! Pet Friendly, Canoes Included, Sleeps 28+?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Lakefront Family Retreat! Pet Friendly, Canoes Included, Sleeps 28+?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Lakefront Family Retreat! Pet Friendly, Canoes Included, Sleeps 28+ located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake Wedowee and within 12 mi (20 km) of Tanner Medical Center/East Alabama and Wedowee Creek. Roanoke Mayor's Office and Awbrey Public Library are also within 25 mi (40 km).

Beautiful Lakefront Family Retreat! Pet Friendly, Canoes Included, Sleeps 28+ Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 34 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ron f., Madison, AL

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Christmas weekend
We had a great say. This was a Christmas weekend celebration with extended family. We need some place with lots of bedrooms and pet friendly for our 6 dogs. This is it. No issues at all. We had a great stay. Communication with owner with amazing. David was always responsive! Looking forward to rebooking for next Dec
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Wedowee Family Vacation
We loved our time at this house and on Lake Wedowee. It was perfect for our large family. We enjoyed the easy access to the community boat ramp, the steps leading to the dock from the home were not too steep. The house was roomy for our family of 20. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jose C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Lake view
Awesome vacations
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Cousin Reunion
We had an awesome trip. It was very peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property for Church Group
Our church group rented this property for a weekend retreat. The place was beautiful and accommodating. We had a great time. The host, David, was communicative and helped us fix a booking error we had made. Perfect for what we needed and the host was super helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

charles g.

Liked: Cleanliness
On the lake
Great place to stay. Lots of room. Loved the huge dining room table. All 15 of us ate at the table. Great togetherness.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Surprise 90th birthday weekend!
This property is perfect for big family gatherings! It was wonderful to have the long table in the main living room for a big group game times, and meals on the rainy days! The view and access to the lake was great- we were thrilled to be able to use the two kayaks and canoes on the sunny days! Our family also enjoyed the fire pit and a long morning walk around the neighborhood! We made wonderful memories and plan to come back when she turns 100!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C., Birmingham Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely view and great beds
Our group of 15 had a great stay. Easily the most comfortable beds we've had at a rental. The host was very responsive and friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big house-great layout for a large family!!
We had a great time! House was very well equipped and owner was always available for any questions!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanya C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday
The house is wonderful! Well stocked with all necessary items for a large gathering. The host is extremely accommodating, as well. We loved it, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Mia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful weekend getaway
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M., Baltimore, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house
Stayed at the house this past weekend with 15 people in our group. We were down for a game weekend in Auburn and the drive is manageable (about 1-1.5 hours). The house is fantastic, tons of room and right on the water. Highly recommended for large groups and we'll definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay at Lake Wedowee
We thoroughly enjoyed out stay! Everything was as described, and the host was very responsive in helping us with some of the very minor issues we encountered (finding extra paper towels, etc.). We'd definitely recommend this location to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion at Lake Wedowee
We had a wonderful stay at Lake Wedowee. The property was perfect for our family reunion. Everyone had a wonderful experience at the lake swimming, boating, kayaking, and paddle boarding during our week long stay. The hosts were very responsive and were great about checking in to make sure our needs were met.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

barbara g., Tulsa, OK, Kennet Square, PA, Sarasota, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family vacation !
Couldn’t ask for better place for our family of 12. Something for the youngest to oldest. Everything you would need for a real “foody” family. Host was very helpful and quick to respond to questions . Would certainly recommend this property !
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charley B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our large family
We had 23 people stay and this house was perfect! We had an absolute blast during our stay. The host was communicative and easy to get ahold of. We had from age 6 months to over 60 years and it was comfortable for everyone. Would recommend this house to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shea K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Family Vacation
The house and grounds were just as we expected and more. The seclusion of the cove fit us perfectly. The children could play in the water without the worry of a jet ski or boat flying thru. The host was phenomenal. He rapidly replied to any questions or concerns. Fantastic vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carla K., Fort Worth, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
PARADISE FOR LARGE GROUPS
The surroundings are private and beautiful. The house has everything necessary for a large group such as a multi-generation family reunion. The kitchen has PLENTY of plates, bowls, glasses, flatware, etc + every cooking utensil/baking dish we could think of. The miltiple living areas made it possible for different age groups to do their own thing. Morning coffee can be enjoyed on one of the porches overlooking the lake and trees. Bird watching is great; a great heron visited the dock for a couple of hours one day. Our group loved the fact that there was room for everybody at one table. Also, Christmas in July was our theme this year so the Christmas tree was great for our Chinese gift exchange and singing. This property can't be beat for a beautiful setting offering everything a large group needs .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend at the lake
We had a great time with our extended family. The house had plenty of room for everyone and we loved that there were ample towels and beach towels. We used the boat and canoe and had a blast in the water. We also loved using the smoker for a family bbq. David was so great answering questions prior to our trip and also checking in with us to make sure all was going well. We would definitely come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

NEIL L., Kingsland, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay with family!
House and Lake exceeded all expectations! Owner was prompt to answer any and all questions. I highly recommend and will like be returning next year for our large family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yearly Family lake weekend
Great property, excellent response time with owner. Garage with ping pong table needs attention otherwise discription of property is accurate. I let Me Thomas know and he said he would attend to it. Absolutely beautiful and plenty of room. I would encourage others to schedule their stay!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Our family enjoyed staying on this lovely property. The spacious house is beautiful and the features of the dock, fire pit, hammock and lake are a bonus. Although there are neighbors near privacy is not an issue. I would recommend this home for family gatherings and celebrations.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family getaway lots of room for everyone
We hosted a 79th birthday party for my father here with all of his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. The house was wonderfully stocked with towels, linens, toys and plenty of seating. The upper porch quickly became a great hangout, second only to the dock. There was plenty of space for all 21 of us! We are working out the details to book again for next year. The owner communicated well and was super responsive to all my questions prior to arrival and checked in with me once we were on property. If you are reading reviews to decide if you want to book this property - book it! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Malisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip
We had a great family trip. There was plenty of room for our large group from adults to babies. The owner was very responsive to our needs. There were some small cleanliness issues but nothing that ruined the trip. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place to Stay!!!
This is an amazing house with awesome owners! They were so helpful with everything. The house was the most well stocked house we have ever stayed in. There was plenty of towels, washcloths, soaps, dishes, spices just to mention a few things. We had 21 people and fit very comfortably! Our family will certainly plan on staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021