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Spacious family lake house and game day retreat on beautiful Lake Martin Alabama

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 123000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Dadeville, AL
  • Place, Lake Martin
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Auburn University
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Place, Jordan-Hare Stadium
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Basement bedroom

2 Twin Beds

Basement Master

1 King Bed

Main Master

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Basement Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Powder room

Toilet

Upstairs Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

Spacious family lake house and game day retreat on beautiful Lake Martin Alabama

Welcome to "The Perch", a stunning lakeside vacation home located in Dadeville, Alabama. Situated at the center of 44,000 acres of pure bliss, this property offers the perfect blend of relaxation, recreation, and natural beauty. Nestled in a protected deep water inlet off the main channel of the lake, The Perch is an idyllic retreat for anyone seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

This beautiful vacation home boasts 5 bedrooms, including two master suites, and 3.5 bathrooms, providing ample space for families and groups of friends to unwind and reconnect. With over 3,000 square feet of living space spread across three levels, including a finished basement and a third-floor deck with breathtaking views, The Perch truly lives up to its name.

Inside, you'll find all the amenities you need to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Each bedroom and family area is equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi and a large flat-screen smart TV, ensuring that you can stay connected and entertained throughout your stay. The house is beautifully furnished and decorated, with plenty of cozy spaces to curl up with a good book or simply relax with your loved ones.

Outside, you'll find even more to love about The Perch. The property features a spacious 1100 sqft dock, a floating dock, and a covered boat slip, providing easy access to the crystal-clear waters of Lake Martin. Spend your days swimming, sunbathing, or exploring the lake on one of the two wave runners available for rent. In the evenings, enjoy the peace and tranquility of the lake as you watch the sun set over the water.

Whether you're looking for a romantic getaway or a fun-filled family vacation, The Perch has it all. Book your stay today and experience the magic of Lake Martin for yourself!
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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Sound travels across the water especially in the evenings. Please respect the neighbors by not being loud outside at night with people or loud music.
The top observation deck is very high up. Please do not let unsupervised children on this deck.

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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Dadeville

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in The Woods of Longleaf, a neighborhood in Dadeville. The Ridge Marina and Lakewinds Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Martin and Uncle Bob's Island.
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Dadeville, AL

What's nearby

  • Lake Martin - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Auburn University - 53 min drive - 72.4 km
  • Jordan-Hare Stadium - 54 min drive - 70.4 km
  • Grand National Golf Course - 58 min drive - 72.4 km
  • Tuskegee University - 58 min drive - 67.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Niffer's Place At The Lake - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Lake Martin Pizza Co. - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Chuckwalla's Pizza - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪SpringHouse Restaurant - ‬58 min drive
  • ‪Martin’s at Lake Martin - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious family lake house and game day retreat on beautiful Lake Martin Alabama pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious family lake house and game day retreat on beautiful Lake Martin Alabama?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious family lake house and game day retreat on beautiful Lake Martin Alabama on Mar 27, 2026 start from $508, 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 Spacious family lake house and game day retreat on beautiful Lake Martin Alabama?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious family lake house and game day retreat on beautiful Lake Martin Alabama?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious family lake house and game day retreat on beautiful Lake Martin Alabama located?

This family-friendly Dadeville vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Martin and Uncle Bob's Island. Horseshoe Island and Wilmarth's Island are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So lovely; perfect location, great for multiple families!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautiful. Couldn’t ask for a better view of the lake. It was easy to park and get out of the area. It had very comfortable beds and plenty of amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holley and Greg D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property. Would come here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

nikki m.

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

Beautiful views!!

Wonderful location! The view from the house was beautiful. We had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Great stay

This is a very clean and nice property. The set up is perfect for multi families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Britt Y.

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

Great place with great space/layout

Accurate description. Easy to communicate with. Had everything we needed. Quiet area on lake and is centrally located. Clean. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry C.

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

Time at the lake

We had a great time! The place was great!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah F.

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

Location was great!

We had a great time at this property! The kids loved fishing off of the pier. The house was located near Chimney Rock and a short distance from the restaurants!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

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

Great property

This is a great house, one of the best we’ve stayed at on lake Martin. Great views, perfect dock configuration, and good spot on the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

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

Great stay for AU graduation weekend

Great property, very relaxing and wonderful view. Gave was very communicative and the home easily accommodated our group of 12. I would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy W.

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

Great getaway

The house is absolutely gorgeous.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon S.

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

Great stay on Lake Martin

2 adults and 3 teens stayed at this wonderful home with all the lakefront amenities needed. Owner was easy to communicate with as needed. Perfect location on the lake close to Auburn. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haze A.

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

Weekend get away

We very much enjoyed, everything we needed was there and the owners were easy to contract when we needed to contact them!! Views from house was amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenna M.

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

Amazing Week!

This property is a must if you want to enjoy Lake Martin with your family. The property is beautiful, and the owner is so responsive. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle w.

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

Beautiful Home

Wonderful communication with the owner. Home was perfect for 2 couples. Everyone had their own space.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maddy Q.

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

Best Stay Ever!

This was my husband and I’s first time ever using VRBO and Gabe made it nothing but a positive and wonderful experience for us! The property is absolutely gorgeous, comfortable, and wonderful. Gabe was extremely accommodating to our flexible arrival time and informed us that the Jetski’s on property were available for rent as well too!We absolutely would stay again and hopefully would be booking for a few extra days where we could use the property accommodations a bit more! Overall 11/10 experience and thank you to Gabe for making sure we were all comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliana L.

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

So much fun at the lake!

Beautiful modern house. Fully stocked kitchen. Ping pong table and jet ski rentals were a plus! Gabe was really easy to communicate with. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malissa H.

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

Incredible views!

We had a wonderful time at the Perch. Everything was top-notch from relaxing & taking in the view from the beautiful porches, to the upgraded, well appointed kitchen to the spacious bedrooms and oversized game room downstairs.… we loved it all! Gabe was wonderful to work with, so responsive and even gave us suggestions on the fly for different places to check out on the lake! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

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

Summer 2024

It was another fun trip to the lake. The house was very nice and clean. There was plenty of room for all the girls to spread out.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John E.

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

Senior Trip

We brought my son and his friends up for his senior trip. The layout was great for what we needed. The house is awesome and in a great location for views and privacy. Pretty convenient to get to. 5 min from a launch, 10 min from a store with most supplies and only 20 min to Dadeville for a full grocery store.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melyne L.

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

War Eagle! Great Football Weekend Getaway!

The peacefulness and beauty of Lake Martin at The Perch was an amazing contrast to the activity of an Auburn football weekend. We enjoyed our time of peace with the family at the lake, and our enthusiastic Auburn family at the Ole Miss game. This property is one we will select again. The floor plan was perfect to have had more family and friends with us. The kitchen had everything we needed, bedding was very comfortable, and all very clean. Our only regret was not having taken a few more days to just relax at the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nan J.

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

Amazing

The layout of this property is great! There are 2 large living areas. Ping pong competitions are a must! Having bedrooms on each floor is ideal. Gabe answered questions promptly prior to stay. Everything was laid out well upon arrival, so we had no questions or needs during our stay. The location on the lake was perfect. Calm waters and close to boat ramp, Marina and Chimney Rock. We are planning our next trip to this property. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

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

Graduation

It was exactly what I was looking for. The layout of the house was perfect for the younger adults to hang out downstairs while the others visited on the main floor and deck. The openness of the house made it easy to move around when we had guests. The beds were nice and firm. The kitchen was well stocked. The furniture was comfortable. The view on the lake was amazing. The dock was nice and spacious. The steps to get in the water were clean and not slippery. There’s a nice kayak with plenty of life jackets. The fishing was good. We made a lot of wonderful memories!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

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

FIVE STARS!

Our family spent Thanksgiving at The Perch. Everything about the house is perfect! The layout is great. The kids enjoyed the downstairs den and ping pong area. The main level has an open den and kitchen setup with lots of windows overlooking the beautiful view. We liked the layout of the bedrooms and the beds in each room are extremely comfortable. TVs all around the house are a plus especially during football season. The outside space is great with the deck, grill and outdoor dining space. Down by the dock we played cornhole and the kids loved fishing. We would love to come back in the summer to explore more of the lake. This home was perfect for our family to gather for Thanksgiving! Gabe was wonderful to work with from the time we booked. Hope to be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allen I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Gabe Gotthelf

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We live in Auburn, Alabama. I spent my childhood visiting Lake Martin several times a month. My memories on the lake are some of the best of my life. My wife and children are making the same memories and we cant wait to share them with you!

Why they chose this property

Our beautiful house is nestled in the heart of the lake, providing easy access to all the exciting activities that the lake boasts. It is situated in a spacious, secluded inlet called Kidds Cove, which offers a serene and private retreat from the hustle and bustle of the main lake area. Even when the lake is bustling with activity, you can still bask in the calmness of the crystal clear water in our cove and admire the breathtaking view of the majestic Bald eagles that call the lake their home.

What makes this property unique

Our beautiful house sits in close proximity to the serene waters of the lake. It boasts an impressive height, which affords us the luxury of a stunning lookout balcony that we fondly call the "Perch". From this vantage point, we can admire the breathtaking view of the water and the surrounding nature in all its glory. It truly is a sight to behold!

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