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Lake Retreat Rustic Fishing Cabin Near University of Alabama Tannehill Mercedes

Savor life’s simple pleasures on the calm shores. Feed fish and turtles, then retreat to your lakeside haven for relaxation.

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, DVD player, video library, stereo
Smart TV, DVD player, video library, stereo
Miscellaneous
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroom71 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Lake Retreat Rustic Fishing Cabin Near University of Alabama Tannehill Mercedes

This is a rustic fishing cabin on quaint and quiet Lake Retreat. The cabin truly is rustic and quaint. Built (we assume) by weekend warriors back in 1979, it became ours in May of 2018. Lake Retreat is part of the Lake View Property Owners Association. The owners, Chris and Nancy have paid the dues for the year, so the dock is available for fishing. The lake has Bass, Catfish, Blue Gill, and other Brim. Lake Retreat is a no-wake lake. The LPOA does not allow non-owner motorized boats on the lake.

This cabin is a peaceful getaway right on the serene water of Lake Retreat! The dock also has two Adirondack chairs so you can sit and fish or enjoy the view! We provide pond fish food so you can feed the fish and an occasional turtle off the dock.

This cabin includes a smart TV in the living area and another smart TV in the Queen bed bedroom. Both have remotes. The kitchen features an electric range, microwave, and a refrigerator with ice maker. You can fill the cooler on the way to the game! The cabin is great for relaxing after an Alabama football game.
Watercraft are not available.
* 10 miles to Tannehill Historical State Park
* 22 miles to the University of Alabama. ROLL TIDE!
* 2 miles to the Flagstone Farm Wedding/Event venue
* 22 miles to Mercedes-Benz plants, Vance
* Only 75 feet from the back door to the lake!

Property manager

Chris and Nancy Carr Please contact us through the platform.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 760 sq ft (71 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
Vance, AL

What's nearby

  • Mercedes-Benz Visitor Center - 23 min drive
  • Mercedes Benz U.S. International - 24 min drive
  • Coleman Coliseum - 33 min drive
  • University of Alabama - 33 min drive
  • Bryant-Denny Stadium - 33 min drive

Getting around

  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Jack's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Smoked Magic - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪El Comal Mexican Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪La Tortilla - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Retreat Rustic Fishing Cabin Near University of Alabama Tannehill Mercedes pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Lake Retreat Rustic Fishing Cabin Near University of Alabama Tannehill Mercedes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Retreat Rustic Fishing Cabin Near University of Alabama Tannehill Mercedes?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Retreat Rustic Fishing Cabin Near University of Alabama Tannehill Mercedes located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 16 mi (25 km) of Tannehill Park, Mercedes-Benz Visitor Center, and Mercedes Benz U.S. International. Bessemer Civic Center and Lawson State Community College are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Lake Retreat Rustic Fishing Cabin Near University of Alabama Tannehill Mercedes Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hope

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the peaceful, quiet, and private stay! Fit our needs for a reasonable, non-hotel space for an AL football weekend. The drive is nice but wouldn’t recommend doing it at night!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin & Host
The cabin is a great place to stay very clean and great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
This is the perfect cabin for a relaxing and peaceful getaway. We enjoyed our stay and will be visiting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and great hosts
A very cozy, lovely place to relax and spend time away. Hosts were very accommodating. I recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute!
Clean and just right for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuriko S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
The cabin is beautiful and super comfortable! We love our stay here :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great clean place to stay.
Very clean and spacious. Wish it was a little closer to Tuscaloosa.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot!
Chris and Nancy were wonderful hosts who accommodated for an unexpected guest that we needed to add to our reservation. The place was a great location and very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

nancy k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little getaway
We enjoyed our stay. Very quiet area but yet close enough for a run to the store if need be.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allyson R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Truly an amazing cabin. We didn’t want to leave. My son enjoyed fishing. I couldn’t have picked a better cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

patricia p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Great place
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!! Beautiful and Quiet. We had everything we needed.
Thank you for allowing us to stay in your cabin. I can't wait to take my wife there in the spring. It was so quiet and relaxing. The place was very clean and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great
Wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome and quaint
It was exactly as described. We had a great time!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
This place was perfect! Great hosts and perfect place! Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Getaway
Nice and quiet spot, exactly what I was looking for. Rural area so bring your groceries in with you if you can.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!!
What an awesome place to stay. Unfortunately, our schedule was busy so we did not get to enjoy it as much as we would have liked too! We would love to return and have more time to slow down and take advantage of the relaxing atmosphere! It was a perfect place to stay, and thank you so much for having us!! RTR!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great fishing getaway
Lovely little cabin. We caught a lot of bluegill. It was a great weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family outdoors weekend vacation
We had an amazing time. Was able to relax and the kids had a blast fishing from the dock and playing in the sand area. The cabin is so cozy with everything you need. We love the little worm farm box and put our worms we didn’t use in there for the next kids that want to dig for the worms. Will definitely come back. It was Perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable
Great place for peace and quiet. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday trip
Awesome! So relaxing! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat
The cabin is the perfect place to have a reset. Quiet and exactly what our family needed. Hosts replied to questions very quickly and made sure our stay was everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We can’t wait to come back! Excellent. Highly recommend.
The owners have really gone above and beyond with the full hummingbird feeders that brought many hummingbirds to keep us entertained. Everything was very clean and they really helped us out providing charcoal and other amenities that I forgot. There are lots of fish to catch. We probably enjoyed our time on the pier the most. 5 stars. Excellent. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Retreat
The Rustic Fishing Cabin is a great place to relax and unwind. Sitting on a small well stocked lake, with a dock to sit or layout on. The cabin was very clean and well appointed. I will stay here again next time I’m in town.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick Anniversary Getaway
This place is a great, quiet cabin on the lake. My husband and I had a great time celebrating our anniversary. The owners are friendly and easy to reach. Fishing off the dock was nice and relaxing. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023