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Lakefront access--lots of outdoor space, inc 2-story dock--boats not included.
Cozy Living Room with view of lake and deck access. No fires, please.
Two-story dock with 2 rocking chairs, table, and 2 loungers included.
Cushioned furniture and patio table with 6 chairs on deck with full lake view.
Full-size kitchen with everything you should need to cook. Gas grill on deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Lake House

Come enjoy our beautiful home on Lake Tuscaloosa, only 11 miles from The University of Alabama. Perfect for a family vacation or gameday getaway. It's very peaceful with lots of outdoor living space.

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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
- Keep noise down after 11:00 pm--Be respectful to our neighbors.
Do not use premises for anything illegal. Comply to all laws, regulations, and rules.
If there are damages / excessive unnecessary cleaning, there will be a fine.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Northport

Northport is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lurleen State Park and Lake Tuscaloosa, while Kentuck Museum and Northport Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Van de Graaff Arboretum & Historic Bridge Park and R&R Cigars are also worth visiting. With kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Northport, AL

What's nearby

  • Lake Tuscaloosa - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tuscaloosa River Walk - 22 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Tuscaloosa Amphitheater - 23 min drive - 27.1 km
  • University of Alabama - 24 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Bryant-Denny Stadium - 25 min drive - 28.8 km

Getting around

  • Tuscaloosa Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dockside - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jalepeno's Mexican Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪NorthRiver Yacht Club - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell at Bristol Park - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake House?

As of 2 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake House on 4 May, 2026 start from S$352, 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 at Lake House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake House located?

Situated in Northport, this holiday home is steps from Lake Tuscaloosa and within 9 mi (15 km) of Carolwood Lake and Lary Lake. Lake Sherwood and Faucett Brothers Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sallie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home on the lake. Very peaceful and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb, 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to host you again in the future!
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8/10 Good

WILLIAM C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home in a beautiful setting. Comfortable and well supplied. Convenient to Tuscaloosa.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay at our lake home! Hope to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Rees F.

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

Wonderful property

Wonderful property, highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2023
Glad you enjoyed your stay! Hope to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

best little couple retreats

It was a great stay. Thank you for sharing your place with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay! Would love to host you again any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derrick C.

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

Father's Day weekend trip

Had a great stay here with my boys and fiance for Father's Day. Enjoyed fishing, kayaking and hanging out. Perfect quiet lake House for a get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2025
We’re so glad you enjoyed your time at our lake home! Hope to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay at Jan's lake house. Accurate listing description, clean and well appointed accommodations, and excellent communication from the owner. The two kayaks were a great bonus and my boys cannot wait to get back.
Beautiful dockside view!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug, 2025
We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay at our lakehouse! Hope to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

So relaxing…

This was my second 2 week stay at this property and could not be happier. Perfect for family and boating, and wonderful coming home from work to the lake…the hosts are so gracious.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Happy to host you again any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Great stay!

We had a wonderful stay at this lake house in Alabama! The host was very responsive and made everything easy from start to finish. It was the perfect spot for our family—relaxing, comfortable, and a great way to unwind after long days at the baseball fields. The view from the dock was absolutely beautiful, and we loved spending time there. Highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at our lakehouse! We hope to host you again sometime!😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Great Iron Bowl Lake House Stay

nice 2 bedroom lake house. The house looks even better in person than it does in the pics. This is a great location on the lake to stay for a long weekend with family and friends. Everything was very smooth and easy. Recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec, 2024
We’re glad you enjoyed your stay! Hope we can host you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill P.

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

Clean & Peaceful

Clean, clean, clean!! Not alot of steps so easy for anyone on cane/walker or just elderly. Great deck. House is fully furnished with more than the basics. Owner answers fast and thorough. Easy access to the lake. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul, 2025
We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay at our lakehouse! Thank you for being such great guests! Hope to host you again in the future!😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

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

Perfect weekend getaway!

We are a family of five that loves the water! This home was perfect for us to get away from the busyness of life and relax on the lake. The morning and evening views are wonderful! We loved being on the lake, but off of the main channel. It was a quiet cove nestled in many trees. The home was super clean and user friendly. We can’t wait for our next trip to Lake Tuscaloosa and to this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun, 2025
We are so glad your family enjoyed our home! Hope you’ll come back and stay with us again sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil A.

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

Weekend trip

We were in town to help our son move apartments and had a couple days between moves so decided to stay at the lake instead of a hotel. Best decision ever!! From the moment we booked until check-out, everything was awesome! Jan was quick to respond to messages even helped with local recommendations. Definitely plan to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2024
I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay at our lakehouse! We hope to welcome you back again in the future!😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

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

Peaceful

I’m a traveling physical therapist so it was so nice to come home to a peaceful place on the lake. Home was well equipped with everything I needed and the owner Jan was wonderful! Very kind and responsive to everything I needed.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul, 2024
I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay, Jessica! You’re welcome back anytime!😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristie C.

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

Family time

Thoroughly enjoyed this property! We traveled to Tuscaloosa to welcome our first grandchild. The space was perfectly cozy and warm. The checkin process was seamless less and easy. The property was nice, clean and fresh. I would definitely recommend. We enjoyed the deck in the morning and evenings. The lake was a bonus too.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr, 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay! Would be happy to host you again any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May, 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay! Hope to host you again in the future!

About the host

Hosted by Jan Thayer

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Come enjoy our beautiful home on Lake Tuscaloosa, only 11 miles from The University of Alabama. Perfect for a family vacation or gameday getaway. Our lakefront property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths, and you will have views of the lake from the entire front of the house. We absolutely love it here, and we hope you do, too!

Why they chose this property

- Guests will have full access to the entire house, dock and yard.
- Private dock with two covered boat slips & mooring whip for bringing your Jet Ski or boat. Binion Landing is close for launching your boat.
- Pier 43 Marina is nearby where you can rent a boat for your weekend enjoyment while visiting the area.

What makes this property unique

It's very peaceful with lots of outdoor living space, including a huge deck, covered shelter house with picnic table and swing, and two-story dock with two covered boat slips. Enjoy a swim or fishing from the dock. Use the two kayaks available to explore our cove.
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