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Family house by the lake

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A lakeside property with a gazebo, a dock, and a grassy area.
A dining area with a large wooden table and benches, a view of a lake through large windows, and a door with a sign.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a ceiling fan, a chair, a TV, and large windows.
A lakeside property with a house, a dock, and a small docked boat.
A cozy living room with a stone wall, wooden ceiling, leather sofas, a television, and a fireplace.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lay Lake
Sleeps 15•5 bedrooms•6 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Shelby, AL
  • Place, Lay Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverchase Galleria
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Place, Hoover Metropolitan Complex
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

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.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Great place for children.
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Events

Events allowed
Within reason.
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Pets

Pets allowed
Pet are welcome if the guest will curb the yard.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside

Important information

You need to know

Property # 472393
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 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
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

Shelby

Located in Shelby, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Karl C. Harrison Museum of George Washington and American Village Citizenship Trust are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lay Lake and Beeswax Creek Park. Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum and Flagg Mountain Cabins and Pinhoti Trail are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, kayaking, and water skiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Shelby, AL

What's nearby

  • Lay Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • University of Montevallo - 41 min drive - 52.6 km
  • Oak Mountain State Park - 42 min drive - 52.1 km
  • Riverchase Galleria - 49 min drive - 77.7 km
  • Hoover Metropolitan Complex - 55 min drive - 85.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪V J's Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Big Chums BBQ - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kim's Kakes - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lay Port Marina - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Vj's Restaurant and Bar - ‬15 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 does it cost to stay at Family house by the lake?

As of Aug 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family house by the lake on Oct 18, 2026 start from $411, 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 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 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lay Lake and within 12 mi (20 km) of Beeswax Creek Park and Shelby County Historic Museum. Columbiana City Park and Museum of George Washington are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 143 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The swimming area was our favorite part! The fishing was good. We loved spending time on the deck. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lowell B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Awesome space!!! Great for family gatherings!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this house!! The owners are excellent!! Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of kayaks, lots of beds, kitchen stocked with ALL the appliances any size group could need. Homey and relaxed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place for extended family annual getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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

About the host

Hosted by Chip Daley

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Our family has owned this property for 13 years and have raised our children at the LAKE! This is a great place for a vacation, if you want to just relax and enjoy the view. Or go fishing, swimming, grilling out.

Why they chose this property

A great place close to Birmingham, Al. For large families or romantic getaways!

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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