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Summer Haven at Lake Martin 3 Bedroom.3 Full Baths.Beach
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61752 sq ft
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Eclectic, AL
- Place, Lake Martin1 min walk
- Place, Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Wetumpka37 min drive
- Place, Auburn University50 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Twin Beds
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
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Summer Haven at Lake Martin 3 Bedroom.3 Full Baths.Beach
For rentals during my winter shutdown period (Oct 15-April 1), I will consider renting to PAST GUESTS WITH MORE THAN 2 PREVIOUS RENTALS AT SUMMERHAVEN. Please message or contact the Owner directly to determine availability.
Enjoy your stay at our spacious three bedroom three full bath cabin, tucked away on a 1 acre wooded lot, with wonderful lake views and very clear water. The beautifully designed cabin has over 330ft. of gently sloping white sand beach, magnificent rock walls, covered pier, floating pier, and huge screened patio with exposed wood beam ceilings. There is an additional unscreened open air covered deck to enjoy for sunning or outdoor dining. The screened deck offers plenty of space to enjoy outside dining and comfortable seating while sitting under ceiling fans. The private covered pier offers a cool place out of the sun, where you can fish for bass, catfish, stripers, or crappie. There are two porch swings on the pier to provide comfortable seating and a spot to relax.
Our three bedrooms (one king, one queen, and two twins) are spacious, each with a private bathroom and wonderful lake or forest views. Easy access throughout the cabin is provided by: a ramp to the front door, lever handles on all interior doors, tile / hardwood floors, lift chair, and extra wide doors. The open floor plan consists of: a 20’ x 35’. living and dining area, 55" DISH satellite TV, and board games. The great room adjoins the open kitchen to form a large gathering area, with beautiful views of the lake and grounds. The kitchen features electric appliances with granite countertops. The kitchen is stocked with all cooking utensils. There is plenty of seating to accommodate dining either indoors or outdoors. Don't forget to bring marshmallows or the fixings for s'mores. The firepit is a great place to toast marshmallows, tell stories, or sing songs. A private sandy gently sloping beach into clear water makes it perfect for young and old alike.
We are conveniently located on the south side of the lake and are within 10 minutes of Catherine's Market, Kowaliga Restaurant, Anchor Bay Marina, Kowaliga Marina, Fanny Goldmine Diner, and Martin Dam. Nearby towns offer plenty of shopping, hiking, and sightseeing. We are located 50 miles from Montgomery, 40 miles from Auburn University, 95 miles from Birmingham, and about 2 1/2 hours from Atlanta. The nearest place to launch private boats and rent pontoon boats/kayaks is Anchor Bay Marina which is about 2 miles from Summer Haven.
Lake Martin water levels are controlled by a hydroelectric dam. Water is lowered by 10 ft. in the winter. This lowering begins on Oct 15 at about 2 ft. per month. The water starts to rise on Feb 20 and is back up to full pool by May 1. Great bass fishing starts in November. The fishing is still great and we have a floating pier with stairs! The best time for trophy striped bass fishing is February to May. Lake Martin is an 'Alabama Treasured Lake' and is now on the 'Alabama Bass Trail'. Lake Martin is popular for bluegill, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, striped bass, crappie, bream, and catfish.
Please book early to get your best time. We accept reservations up to 12 months in advance. Rentals for longer than 7 days will be considered for long time renters at Summer Haven and long time members of VRBO.
Must be at least 30 Years old to rent.
Please Read Entirely Before Making An Inquiry And Check Our Availability Calendar Since It Is Always Kept Up To Date. WE ADVERTISE ONLY ON VRBO. WE DO NOT ADVERTISE ON CRAIGSLIST, FAMILY FRIENDLY VACATIONS, OR ANY OTHER SITE.
***24 Hours Minimum Buffer Left Between Rental Periods For Enhanced Cleaning
No Long Term Rentals.
Area: Eclectic
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3 Full
Amenities:
•Bedroom #1 - King
•Bedroom #2 - Queen
•Bedroom #3 - 2 Twin
•Bath Towels and Bed Linens
•DISH Satellite TV System with DISH Movie Channel
•Sports Networks Added (if requested) During College Football Season Ending 1/12
•Large Screen 55" HD TV
•Wireless Internet
•Coffee Maker (grounds), Blender, Toaster
•Dishwasher
•Microwave
•Electric Stove Top and Oven
•Washer/Dryer
•20” Kamado style Charcoal Grill
•Huge Screened Porch
•Private 100 ft. of Sandy Beach Easy Access Zero Entry
•Private Covered Fixed Dock and Floating Pier with Stairs
•Fire Pit with cooking grate
•Fish Attracting Pier Lights & Fish Habitat Under Pier
Housekeeping Fee: $250 per stay (up to 7 days). AL & County Lodging Tax added. Credit Cards Only. Credit card for damages is held on file for 14 days
Due to the high housekeeping standards, early check in and late departure are not available. Check out is no later than 10:30 am and check in is no earlier than 3:00 pm.
We provide starter amounts of toilet paper and paper towels. Remember to bring additional supplies with you.
Pets: No and no exceptions (Service Dogs ok)
Smoking: No
Fireplace: Not available for use
Large gatherings, large reunions, weddings, employee retreats, etc: No
Loud Music: No
Campers, RV, Mobile Homes: No
Discounts: 5% On Room Rate For Active Duty Military only
Damage: You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
Safety: The house and property is not childproof. There are high areas without handrails.
Dock: The dock has two cleats, four bumpers, and a rubber rub rail. It is suitable for one boat only. We are not responsible for damage to your boat.
2026 AUBURN HOME FOOTBALL SCHEDULE
09/12/26 Southern Miss
09/19/26 Florida
09/26/26 Vanderbilt
10/24/26 LSU
11/07/26 Arkansas
11/21/26 Samford
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Be aware, we do have areas without railings.
Events
No events allowed
No large gatherings or weddings. No loud noise
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside or on porches / decks
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
Note from host: No large gatherings or weddings. No loud noise
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
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Eclectic
Located in Eclectic, this vacation home is on the beach. 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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Eclectic, AL
What's nearby
- Lake Martin - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Wetumpka - 37 min drive - 44.8 km
- EastChase Shopping Mall - 49 min drive - 73.7 km
- Auburn University - 50 min drive - 66.9 km
- Riverfront Park - 60 min drive - 91.6 km
Restaurants
- Red Hill Kitchen - 5 min drive
- Cotton's Alabama Barbecue - 11 min drive
- SpringHouse Restaurant - 14 min drive
- Fanny Goldmine Diner - 13 min drive
- Kowaliga Restaurant - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Sep 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pam W.
Sep 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Pam W.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
D. E.
Aug 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
D. E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Philip M.
Jul 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Philip M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Janay C.
May 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
Janay C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Josh P.
Aug 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Josh P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Philip M.
Jun 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here several times. Excellent property!
Philip M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Craig V.
May 14, 2018
Loved our stay at Summer Haven
Craig V.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
8/10 Good
Amanda B.
Sep 14, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Amanda B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
8/10 Good
Shannon L.
Jul 29, 2018
Beautiful location and house
Shannon L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
10/10 Excellent
deLancey E.
Aug 18, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Martin Paradise
deLancey E.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Vic W.
Apr 18, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely lake house
Vic W.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mary C.
Jun 23, 2018
Wonderful home, beautiful spot on the Lake!
Mary C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Chris H.
Jul 25, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake vacation
Chris H.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Nunda M.
Sep 7, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House!
Nunda M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Christine D.
Aug 19, 2018
Wonderful and relaxing home
Christine D.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
8/10 Good
Mark C.
Aug 11, 2019
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Haven
Mark C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Richard R.
Jun 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful neighborhood and scenic views
Richard R.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
William S.
Jul 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Lake House
William S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Pam W.
Sep 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our Stay
Pam W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
deLancey E.
Aug 7, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House and Amazing Location
deLancey E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
lee b.
May 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property!
lee b.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Glynis J.
May 3, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Home
Glynis J.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Michael K.
Nov 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving week
Michael K.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Beth H.
Nov 30, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving getaway
Beth H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
About the host
Hosted by Bill Hornsby
Why they chose this property
The property has been in our family for four generations and was one of the original properties on the lake, after Lake Martin Dam was constructed from 1926-1930. The original cabin was rebuilt several times over the decades and has recently been rebuilt to offer all of the conveniences and comforts of a modern home. Our family has enjoyed spending many summers on the lake and appreciate its beauty. We hope that you will enjoy your visit here as much as we have.
What makes this property unique
The best things are the peaceful surroundings, the views from the porch, the beach, clear water, and the slower pace.
Languages:
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