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Cabin in the Cove

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Terrace/patio
A gazebo with a hammock, a dock, and a body of water.
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Martin
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Eclectic, AL
  • Place, Lake Martin
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Wetumpka
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, EastChase Shopping Mall
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Cabin in the Cove

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place in Eclectic, AL. Beautiful views, close to the water with only 3 steps to the water. Large cove with little boat traffic makes this a calm place to do some bird watching, swim, kayak, fish or just relax. This one level home has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and sleeps 8. There are 2 master bedrooms, one of which has a separate entrance off the huge screen porch. It’s perfect for family vacations. There is room on the dock for your boat and the 2 kayaks are for guest use. The dock has lots of shade and plenty of seating for a great day of relaxing.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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
Boat and PWC not available for guest use

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3564161
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 and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Eclectic

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Little Kowaliga, a neighborhood in Eclectic. While the natural beauty of Lake Martin and Yates Lake Wildlife Management Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out The Ridge Marina. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and water skiing adventures can be found near the property.
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Eclectic, AL

What's nearby

  • Lake Martin - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Wetumpka - 33 min drive - 39.7 km
  • Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex - 49 min drive - 61.1 km
  • Riverfront Park - 55 min drive - 71.5 km
  • EastChase Shopping Mall - 55 min drive - 73.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cotton's Alabama Barbecue - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Red Hill Kitchen - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪SpringHouse Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Kowaliga Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin in the Cove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cabin in the Cove ?

As of Jun 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cabin in the Cove on Jun 28, 2026 start from $770, 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 Cabin in the Cove ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin in the Cove ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cabin in the Cove located?

Located in Little Kowaliga, this vacation home is steps from Lake Martin, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Well Island and Goat Island. Yates Lake and Yates Lake Wildlife Management Area 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. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the layout of the property! Looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 11, 2026
Thanks, Josh! Glad you enjoyed it. I love being able to look at the window and feel like I'm on the water! Hope to see you soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Plenty of space on the dock to swim and keep our boat in the water throughout the stay. Free public boat ramp about 10 minutes away by car and by boat. House was perfect for our crew. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2025
Josh, thank you for your kind review of The Cabin in the Cove. We are so glad you enjoyed your time at Lake Martin! Come back anytime! Laura
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

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

Great location great house great hosts

Everything is wonderful, We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2024
Thank you for your kind review, you are welcome to come back any time! Glad you enjoyed your time at The Cabin in the Cove
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

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

Best Vacation Ever

We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Lake Martin and plan to come back later this year. The house and setting is absolutely perfect! We hated that we had to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 17, 2024
Erin, thank you taking the time to write a kind review. Yall were delightful guests and are welcome back anytime. Glad your time was enjoyable.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bret A.

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

Fun on Lake Martin

Great home with a flat lot facing east on Lake Martin. Enjoyed swimming and use of the two kayaks.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 19, 2024
Bret, we are so glad you enjoyed your time at the lake. Come back and visit again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

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

Gorgeous views and beautifully decorated cabin!

We enjoyed our stay with our daughters and their friends. Plenty of space to gather whether it was inside, on the screened in porch or the pier. The cabin was decorated nicely and had updated appliances. Ample parking. The dock was brand new. We had plenty of room to tie up our wake surf boat and still enjoy swimming. We would stay here again and again! Absolutely loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 4, 2024
Laura, thank you for the kind words! We are so glad you had a chance to be with your daughters! You are more than welcome to return! Happy 4th of July!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Windi A.

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

Fall family weekend

We had such a great time and this house/ location/ property were perfect! Check in is simple. Mrs. Laura is so kind and quick to respond to any questions . The property is pretty flat with just a step or two, loved this for my mom and dad. Kayaks were a great extra! My favorite had to be the screened porch and it's great view for morning coffee. And the firewood that had been there for us to enjoy !!!! Such a great time!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 19, 2023
Windi, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay and got to have quality time with family. Thank you for your kind review. Laura
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn I.

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

Wonderful Property with Gorgeous Views

We stayed at this property for 3 nights. We so enjoyed this house for many reasons. The location and views are amazing! The house was very clean and organized. The owners were organized and had a notebook with helpful information. Additionally, they provided everything one might need while at the lake (bandaids, sunscreen, bug spray, etc). We even had towels so we didn’t have to use our own. To add to all of this, the owners are very kind people. This made the experience even better. It’s very obvious they take great care of this home and their guests. We would love to return to this lovely home. It was a great way to unwind and enjoy time with each other!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 17, 2024
Katelyn, thank you for your very kind review! Yall felt like family from our first phone call. Thank you for taking such good care of the place, yall are welcome back anytime! Glad you enjoyed your weekend away.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cameron N.

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

This is the place you want to stay

We are from Colorado and it was our first trip to Alabama. We chose Lake Martin because my friend lives there and raves about the lake. It didn't disappoint and the house made it perfect. I would stay at this house again and again and again...The house is quiet and quaint. The lake is in a location with little boat traffic, it is quiet, and I found the lake to be not so busy even on a weekend. Brink your portable speaker because there is no speaker or portable stereo. The bedrooms are all very nice. We had 7--mom, dad, and 5 kids from 15-22 years old. We had plenty of space. The enclosed porch is great. The new dock is awesome. The yard is plush and large. I was pleasantly surprised by the lack of bugs and mosquitos. The frogs are entertaining. The lake water is super warm and calm in early June. In June, sun is on the water and dock from 8am-5pm. Proximity to stores, restaurants, and marinas was 10-15 minutes. Drinking water from the faucet was not so great, but filtered water was fine. Improvements: 1-2 small tables for the dock; replace wooden deck (I know it is in the plans); add a ladder to the dock to get out of the water more easily; put some texture on rock steps to give them better traction and safety; add shampoo in the showers. These are all minor items that did not detract from our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 27, 2024
Cameron, Thank you for the kind review. We are so glad your time was enjoyable.. We appreciate your thoughts on minor improvements. We’ve already gotten a quote for a ladder to connect to the dock and the deck is next on the project list. Thanks for making the trip from Colorado to stay at The Cabin in The Cove.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful house with a great view. The house was clean and had everything we needed, from towels to cooking utensils. The hosts were very nice and communicated well and have anticipated everything you need for an enjoyable time at the lake. If you are looking for a house at Lake Martin, you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky H.

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

About the host

Hosted by Laura Gourley

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Our family is from Birmingham, Alabama. We love sharing our 2nd home with guests.

Why they chose this property

This part of Lake Martin is not as busy as the main channel. It's wide enough for water sports, close to Real Island Marina and just a short boat or car ride to Kawliga. The closest grocery store is just a 10 minute drive.

What makes this property unique

We have 400 feet of waterfront with great views of the water without all the traffic. The slew is not packed full of houses or boat docks. The slew is rather deep so the views are nice, even in the winter when the water drops.

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