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Get off-grid at lakefront Cabin at Sawmill Branch

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Enjoy a day on the dock with sunsail
The sunroom is the perfect spot to drink coffee, snuggle up with a book or nap!
The main bedroom features a king bed with medium firm mattress
The middle deck has an ENO hammock
Built in the 80s as a fishing cabin, the home is full of lake charm!

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill

Explore the area

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Clanton, AL
  • Place, Lay Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Peach Park
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Oak Mountain State Park
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Attic

1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Main Bedroom

1 King Bed

Sunroom

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Get off-grid at lakefront Cabin at Sawmill Branch

Escape the busy day-to-day, unplug and connect with others. Located 1.6 miles at the end of a dirt road, this cozy lake cabin on Lay Lake offers comfortable amenities while relaxing off the grid. This cabin is perfect for families, couples and friends looking to enjoy the sun and lake life.

Follow us on IG at @cabinatsawmillbranch.

We have young children so you will find this cabin to be very family friendly. We provide a Nugget play couch, 2 pack-n-plays, 2 high chairs, coloring activities, chalk and ample toys for your littles to enjoy!

Outside:
FRONT PORCH: ring toss | gas grill | corn hole set

DRIVEWAY: carport parking for 3| kids riding toys

UPPER DECK: table for 4 | rocking chair | bench | string lights | incredible views

MIDDLE DECK: hammock rack with ENO double nest (you're welcome to connect your own hammock!)

DOCK: Follow the stairs down to the lake and arrive at a large dock perfect for spending all day on the water. There is seating for 5 and room for your children to play. Sit, relax, cast a line for bass, swim, read a book and enjoy the outdoors. You have access to the deck box that stores life vests and floats. There is space to dock your boat and with enough notice we can remove our jet skis to give you access to the Jet Dock. You have NO access to our motorized water vehicles.

Inside:
You enter the home into the kitchen which has everything you need to make a meal and share with friends. There is a drip coffee maker (we provide ground coffee) and Nespresso machine (bring your own small pods).

The kitchen opens to the living room with beautiful wooden beams, 2 sitting chairs, couch and large TV. We chose not to have cable, but have an antenna with 20ish channels and please help yourself to our DVD collection.

From the living room, you can access the sunroom which is the star of the cabin. This room has spectacular views of the lake and is the ideal place to watch the sunrise. Cozy up with a book and lounge on the daybed or enjoy an afternoon nap. There are 2 seating chairs and a dining table for 7. You'll also find a game cabinet in here which puzzles, coloring activities for kids, board games and more.

The main bedroom has a king bed and its own bathroom.

The other bedroom on the main has a queen bed, closet with extra blankets and pillows for the house and a pack-n-play.

The other bathroom is located in the hall. This is also where the washer and dryer are located.

From the kitchen take the new stairs up to the attic. There you will find another king bed, 2 twin xl beds, kid's toys and books, reading nook and Nugget Play Couch.

THERE IS NO WIFI OR CABLE AND CELL SERVICE IS SPOTTY
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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

About the neighborhood

Clanton

Located in Clanton, this cabin is on a lake. Clanton Golf and Country Club and Ozan Winery and Cellars are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Peach Park and Flagg Mountain Cabins and Pinhoti Trail. Kayaking and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and hunting nearby.
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Clanton, AL

What's nearby

  • Lay Lake - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Clanton Community Parks - 33 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Peach Park - 35 min drive - 35.5 km
  • University of Montevallo - 55 min drive - 71.6 km
  • Oak Mountain State Park - 59 min drive - 87.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Lay Port Marina - ‬51 min drive
  • ‪Kim's Kakes - ‬44 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Get off-grid at lakefront Cabin at Sawmill Branch pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Get off-grid at lakefront Cabin at Sawmill Branch?

As of Apr 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Get off-grid at lakefront Cabin at Sawmill Branch on May 2, 2026 start from $333, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Get off-grid at lakefront Cabin at Sawmill Branch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Get off-grid at lakefront Cabin at Sawmill Branch?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Get off-grid at lakefront Cabin at Sawmill Branch located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly cabin is steps from Lay Lake and 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from Chilton County Hospital. Peach Park and Clanton Community Parks are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

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

Really Awesome stay!

HAPPY Thanksgiving 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isaac D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house at first seemed too far out of the way for me, but once we got there we loved the location by the river and with a dock to fish and swim from. We loved that. The kitchen was well stocked for breakfasts. It became a great base to visit Montgomery, Selma and Birmingham; along with visiting family in the area.
River views and stairs to Dock
Relaxing on the dock
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Great Lake House away from Screens

This was a perfect place to enjoy the water and other people's company. We swam and paddled around the lake, strummed guitars, and grilled up a ton of great food. Everything was as listed and we really had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R.

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

Relaxing

Beautiful house . Beautiful location. Easy to communicate with the owners . It was nice to unplug from WiFi and cable tv and put our phones down and relax . The kids never complained about not having WiFi , they were to busy playing on the dock , fishing , and when it was time to come inside they enjoyed the games and toys that were available. We will definitely stay here again !
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Communication
The view was nothing short of spectacular! Linen was clean and sleeping was very comfortable. There was plenty of trash or litter scattered about the property. There is a terrible ant problem on the property. All in all we had a pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G.

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

Wonderful!!!!!

We had a great time, relaxing,very comfortable. Loved rhe rustic look, the suroom. The beds were very comfortable. Very well furnished. Kitchen had sverything t I cook with. I have stayed in places before where the kiten wasn't very well furnished. This group likes to cook, not eat out. Again we had a great time! Thank you!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley C.

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

Great getaway

Farmhouse cozy with amazing lake views! We fished and swam during the day from the amazing dock and ate and played games around the table in the sunroom which has amazing lake views. It was so great to get off grid and relax! We had grandkids with us ages 10 and 3 and they were thrilled with the toy/book selections as well as the ride on toys and extensive concrete area to ride. The linens were luxurious and overall it was the perfect week! 5 out of 5 recommend! We ventured into town to experience the peach attractions and we also made it to the majestic caverns. Highly recommend both! Thanks for the great time! If we ever make it back to Clanton, we would love to stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Beverly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

It’s OK

The house was fairly dated but clean. The outside was less desirable but quiet, never saw any neighbors and very little boat travel. The stairs were difficult and a lot of them but they also had weeds and briars starting to grow between steps. The kitchen was not good to work in with a large group.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad P.

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

Great spot and great view

The host was very responsive and very helpful with the check in process and anything we needed. The house has everything you need for a great week! Lots of extra toys and things for our kids, which was wonderful! A huge selection of DVDs for the kids to watch also. we were able to park two boats and trucks in the driveway for our fishing tournament. The driveway was very steep more than we had realized, but it still worked even when it was a lot. There is a 2 mile dirt road to get back to the house, which got the boat a bit dirty but overall it was fairly clean even when wet. Overall, the stay was great and we will be happy to go back!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon P.

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

Quiet cabin on the hill at Lay Lake

This is an old quirky cabin that the owners have given new life to, by re-modeling and adding cute cabin decor. The view is great. It's really a 3 bedroom with a daybed on the air conditioned porch. The dock chairs were all very old and broke while we were there. But that's an easy fix. The neighbors were very nice! Also the view from the dock includes a decrepit neighboring dock half sunk in the water. But that's really out of the owners control. And the boaters and jet skiers come into the cove at full speed so be prepared for wake. If you have small children, you will have to supervise or carry to the dock and people with limited mobility will also have a challenge going down and up. It is dog friendly but for swimming dogs there is no way to get in or out of water on their on. Overall though, we enjoyed our stay. It's very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kristie Castro

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We're honored that you've booked our home away from home! Our hope is that you find rest and joy during your stay. Please reach out with questions or if any problems arise.

Why they chose this property

Escape the busy day-to-day, unplug and connect with others. Located 1.6 miles at the end of a dirt road, this cozy lake cabin on Lay Lake offers comfortable amenities while relaxing off the grid.

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