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Family house by the lake

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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A garden, a playground, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Family house by the lake. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this vacation home. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Family house by the lake

5 Bed rooms - 3.5 bathrooms, 2 bunk houses, sleeps 15 easy - 20 people if you have children and they don't mind the sofa. Commerical kitchen, 8 kayaks, washer and dryer, 2 shady pavilions, secure swim area, fishing dock, poker table. Great place if you need room for large families, or just need a place to chill out with that special someone! House has direct tv for your choice of sports, and is now set up with Wi-fi.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outside

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,500 square feet

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Property grounds
Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake with Pool
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  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
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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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet are welcome if the guest will curb the yard.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Great place for children.

Events

Events allowed
Within reason.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside

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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Within reason.
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, 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Family Friendly Lake House Shelby
Family Friendly House Shelby
Family Friendly House Shelby
Family Friendly Lake House Shelby
Family Friendly Lake House Private vacation home
Family Friendly Lake House Private vacation home Shelby

About the neighborhood

Map
AL, Shelby

What's nearby

  • Lay Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Oak Mountain State Park - 43 min drive - 50.5 km
  • Riverchase Galleria - 53 min drive - 76.6 km
  • Hoover Metropolitan Complex - 56 min drive - 67.0 km
  • Grandview Medical Center - 58 min drive - 84.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪V J's Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Pecel lele cah Slemania - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lay Port Marina - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kim's Kakes - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Red Lobster - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family house by the lake pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family house by the lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family house by the lake?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family house by the lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Lay Lake and within 12 mi (20 km) of Magnolia Meadows Golf Course and Beeswax Creek Park. Shelby County Historic Museum and Columbiana City Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Family house by the lake Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 135 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mittie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second year here, and we have collectively decided that we will be back every year indefinitely. So comfy and homey!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake stay

We were in town for a wedding. We enjoyed relaxing by the lake and kayaking!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Griffin Reunion

This lake house is great for our family gatherings!! We have enjoyed each time we book!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Amy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Getaway

We had a great time at this lakehouse. It was very quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed the paddelboards.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great lakeside Home

This is a great place for a family gathering!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Necole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a group stay here with family from Kentucky, Oklahoma, and Florida all able to come together in one house comfortably thanks to this home. Everyone had a great time at the lake house. We played cards, swam, kayaked, and paddle boarded. We made meals together in the well-equipped kitchen... We made great memories at the house. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for families.

Great for family gatherings (grandmas to little ones); love the kayaks and paddle boards; kids enjoy fishing from the pier; decks are perfect for just sitting or reading or watching birds or boats go by; home is clean and the host is always pleasant and easy to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Spot

If you have a large family and enjoy water activities---this is the place for you! Had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was a very pleasant stay

My family really loved this place. It was large and accommodated our entire family. The location was absolutely beautiful and it was nice to be right on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jimmye J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great retreat

This is a great spot on the lake to rest and relax. It is roomy and easy to spread out and enjoy your stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Lake House

The property was beautiful, great management, had everything you could think of!! Definitely will stay again!! Thanks for hosting my Family!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

If you enjoy water sport activities--this is the place.

Would gladly go again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our family. The kitchen was well equipped and I loved the flat top! It made it so easy to cook for everyone. Kids loved the paddle boards and even rowed over to the marina next door to eat lunch. The fried pies were amazing! We shared lots of laughs and made a lot of memories! Thanks for sharing your home with us
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really enjoyed our stay

Had a great time. We had a golf outing to multiple RTJ courses and this house fit the bill. Wonderful property
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family place.

Plenty of room and comfortable accommodations for extended families. Options for each person to just chill on one of the decks or fish or paddle board or kayak or just watch TV.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Libba L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family gathering!

We have visited others at this property before, and knew it would be perfect for our own large family gathering. We had 15 people (plus a newborn) staying in the home, and there was no shortage of space. The kitchen was well stocked and had two fridges. The owners had practically everything we needed from towels to extra blankets, laundry detergent, etc. The view of the lake is amazing and there were so many water toys to entertain kids, young and old. We look forward to returning here next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

roomy

We enjoyed our stay. House as spacious and roomy and kitchen was cool!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Church youth trip

We took our church youth group for a weekend getaway. It was a perfect setup for us and we truly enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Brian S.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Golf Trip

Good
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This house is amazing!

We truly enjoyed our stay at this property. There were plenty of beds for us to spread out and the deck and lake view was wonderful. We look forward to booking this property again next year for our Board's retreat and meeting.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family and friends vacation

This was are forth year staying here. We live the house and lake.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marshall R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place on Lay Lake

We were on Lay Lake to fish ABT Tournament. House suited our needs well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mittie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feels like home!

This lakehouse really feels like someone's home and not a sterile vacation property. The furniture is comfortable and mismatched, the kitchen has an amazing flat top, and the lake acces is perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What an awesome place for our family.

This was an ideal place for our family to be together. There was lots of spaces we could use to play games. Plenty of space we could find sanctuary to be alone when we needed to be. We would stay there again in a moment.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

We enjoyed our stay. House is a little aged but it being right on the lake was great. Driveway is a little steep but we had a four wheel drive truck. Wish you had a cleaning station for fish but all in all we had a great trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024