Title: The Bayou Lodge 11 br 9 ba is great for family gathering & conferences ! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Bayou Lodge 11 br 9 ba is great for family gathering & conferences ! Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21300000/21294200/21294179/037154c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21300000/21294200/21294179/91f26076.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21300000/21294200/21294179/7326b9ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21300000/21294200/21294179/1b792dff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21300000/21294200/21294179/8c089d73.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the tranquility of Lake Martin at Bayou Lodge and Guesthouse, a spacious waterfront retreat designed for large gatherings. Enjoy panoramic views from the great room, game/entertainment room, theater room upstairs or relax in your own private bedroom with lake views. With over 2000 sf of decks and covered porches plus an expansive dock area perfect for swimming and boating. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 11 bedrooms9 bathroomsSleeps 2411700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Gym ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Bayou Lodge 11 br 9 ba is great for family gathering & conferences ! Welcome to Bayou Lodge and Guesthouse on beautiful Lake Martin. Call or text the manager for reservation or info-/questions at 334-321-1706. We are excited to offer this quiet, beautiful lake home to a select group of guests. In Alabama, with Lake Martins' new Treasure Lake status, you even have more reasons to 'Indulge and enjoy this Perfect Waterfront Retreat' -- Bayou is designed and furnished for a large gathering in mind : Perfect for family reunions, family vacations, family wedding gatherings, Auburn ballgames, Church groups, gathering with friends., or just about any other reason you want to gather with a large group in the fabulous setting. The 10,000 sf main home has 8 large bedrooms(2 master suites) with 8 private baths, each waterfront with a spectacular view of Lake Martin. A 3 BR 1 BA guesthouse adjoins the main house. The home sits literally on the water. A huge great room (approx. 1000 sf) features classic plank walls and hand scraped hardwood floors and offers panoramic views of the Lake. The large waterfront dining room features a large heart pine dining table for 12 , plus 4 bar stools. The gourmet kitchen has a large island and huge counter space, 2 dishwashers, double oven, microwave, and large frig/freezer. Enjoy the beautiful water views from your kitchen while you gather there with friends and family. There is no other lake martin home with so much to offer. Pure lake house on the # 1 recreational, vacation home, and retirement destination in the USA. For indoor entertainment, the home features a huge game/entertainment room, and various games.(ping pong, or , air hockey) and a big screen TV in the great room, and a dedicated theater room upstairs with big screen TV. The upstairs has 5 large bedrooms, each with ensuite bathrooms. All bedrooms are waterfront, all with wonderful lake views. Each bathroom has tile tub/shower, with custom vanity with granite counter tops, and custom beds made from reclaimed lumber. The upstairs master bath has a double vanity, tub and separate tile shower. Each bedroom has a ceiling fan. There is an upstairs kitchenette with custom cabinets, microwave, refrigerator, and eating area. The upstairs media/TV room is a wonderful room to relax with your favorite movie, TV show. or play video games on your favorite device.(not provided) A wonderful library/reading room upstairs has magnificent lake views. There is a computer nook in the upstairs hallway with desk. There is an upstairs and downstairs laundry room. The outdoor living area is very spacious. The is approximately 2000 sf of decks and covered porches. The dock and pier has room for 3 boats. The property has 380 feet of waterfront with lake wall and shallow water along the shoreline for swimming and wading, and deep water at the dock. We have recently put in a small beach in the water for that sand between your toes feel.The decks are shaded with large trees, and you will enjoy the hummingbirds, ducks and geese, and other birds and critters, while you enjoy the wonderful lake views and serenity. The waterfront faces southeast. Enjoy the wonderful, gentle sunrises and colorful sunsets. Enjoy Stillwaters Golf course just 5 minutes away, boat or canoe over 45,000 acres and 750 miles of shoreline, with Chimney rock just 15 minutes away. Enjoy great fishing, scuba diving and snorkeling in Lake Martins' clear blue/green water. Horseback ride for miles and miles on trails in the Ridge at the Stables at Russell Crossroads. Go antique-ing at the many locations throughout the lake region. Dine at the finest award winning restaurants. Enjoy the sunrises and sunsets, the abundant wildlife, the fall colors, boat and people watch, take long walks along the shoreline, bike and hike the many trails at the foothills of the appalachians, take an airplane ride or even a lesson on a floatplane. Visit Horseshoe Bend National Park, go to chimney rock, play golf at 5 nearby courses including 3 at the Robert Trent Jones trail, fish, ski, tube, wakeboard, swim in the clear water, cook out, read, enjoy one another. Or just do nothing. REST, RELAX, RESTORE, RENEW ! We will be as helpful as we can making this your best vacation ever. This is our home--We look forward to having you as our guests. Our home is for quiet gatherings and quality family time. NOT the place for loud partying. Our home is LIKE NEW inside as renovations were completed in October 2012, after almost a year of remodeling. All rental fees due 60 days prior to arrival. A HELPFUL LIST IS BELOW Lakeside Marine-- boat and wave runner rentals Russell Marine boat rentals Alex City Marine - Fishing guides Stillwaters Golf Niffers at the Lake 29\. NOV, 2012 0 COMMENTS By Charles Borden For those of us who live on the shores of Lake Martin, we see, feel, smell, taste and live the majesty of this beautiful lake. One only has to view its beauty and awesomeness from places like the Kowaliga bridge, the Smith Mountain Fire Tower, the lookout at the Cherokee Ridge Alpine Trail head, and Acapulco Rock to know what a treasure we have in this east-central part of Alabama. If you are a golfer, there is nothing more beautiful than the view from the course at Willow Point. If you are a fisherman, there is nothing more satisfying or peaceful than sitting quietly in a calm slough waiting on the big one to bite; or, if you are a skier or wake boarder, there is plenty of large open water on which to practice your skills. We are truly blessed! I recall that it was said in the 1950s and 1960s that Lake Martin was 99.9% pure and free of harmful chemicals. For many of us, Lake Martin is home, where we have raised families, earned livings, enjoyed the recreation that the lake provides and just enjoyed life. For these and many other reasons, we call Lake Martin a treasure. In 2010, Governor Bob Riley signed an executive order designating Lake Martin “A Treasured Alabama Lake.” This designation simply put the stamp of approval on what we already knew. Lake Martin was the first Alabama Lake with this distinction. The TAL designation provides a level of protection for generations to come, but it does not unduly restrict development around the lake. It does require strong environmental considerations in the future. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 11 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 9 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Preferred no smoking, but if you must outside only ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Boat - Golf - Gym - Kayak - Optional golf privileges - Table tennis - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 11,700 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69350000/69340200/69340101/w1236h838x0y0-1c32e87a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 9 br / 7 bath Tallassee - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 38 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=69340101&PinnedHotelID=69340101&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111260000/111253300/111253215/2861d548.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Massive Lake Martin Estate - Sleeps 23 Jacksons' Gap - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=111253215&PinnedHotelID=111253215&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104160000/104153600/104153516/334280a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Martin Luxury - The BEST Group Lake House! -- 6 Bedrooms -- Arcade -- Dock Jacksons' Gap - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=104153516&PinnedHotelID=104153516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33905000/33904914/777b858b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BEACH, SUNSETS, HOT TUB, FIREPIT, BOAT RAMP, FLAT LOT, PARKING, WE HAVE IT ALL Dadeville - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 50 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=33904914&PinnedHotelID=33904914&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116690000/116687700/116687640/93eb09b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious 6BD 4BA Lakehouse. Sleeps 17. Views. Dock. Paddleboards. Screened Porch Shady Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=116687640&PinnedHotelID=116687640&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71760000/71756300/71756253/ddaf2ed3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Killen Time on Lake Martin Dadeville - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 67 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=71756253&PinnedHotelID=71756253&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82510000/82504200/82504131/1eab8a11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunset Rock by Big Fish Real Estate Group at Lake Martin Alexander City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=82504131&PinnedHotelID=82504131&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105470000/105466800/105466706/fd55ebd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Off The Hook at Lake Martin Little Kowaliga - Kitchen - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=105466706&PinnedHotelID=105466706&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27140000/27134000/27133928/7a0b5981.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful lake space, privacy, canoe, kayaks, sunsets Dadeville - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 96 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=27133928&PinnedHotelID=27133928&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58710000/58706800/58706734/c676bc33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded Lake Home Dadeville - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 53 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=58706734&PinnedHotelID=58706734&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash Turn off the lights and lock the doors Place dirty sheets in mesh bag in each bedroom & place all dirty towels in bath tubs Take out all trash ! Don’t forget outdoor trash cans !! Clean out fridge completely Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Parking limited to 9 cars No parking in front of house this is on a public road. Parking in front /in garages and gravel parking lot on side of house only. ### Pets Pets not allowed Note from host: We are pet lovers, but can't allow at Bayou ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Shallow walk in, with deeper water for swimming ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Preferred no smoking, but if you must outside only ## 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 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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Bayou Guesthouse 11 br 9 ba Reunions Game Days or Huge Retreat Bayou Guesthouse 11 br 9 ba Reunions Game Days or Huge Retreat ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C32.78106%2C-85.87962&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3DEdtjkltVR6ZJN2M_OLBgOyvkU=) Dadeville, AL #### What's nearby - Lake Martin - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - D.A.R.E. Power Park - 36 min drive - 29.0 km #### Restaurants - ‪Lake Martin Pizza Co. - ‬45 min drive - ‪Lake Martin Pizza Co. - ‬13 min drive - ‪Niffer's Place At The Lake - ‬17 min drive - ‪Peanut Point - ‬63 min drive - ‪Oskars - ‬16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Bayou Lodge 11 br 9 ba is great for family gathering & conferences ! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Bayou Lodge 11 br 9 ba is great for family gathering & conferences ! ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Bayou Lodge 11 br 9 ba is great for family gathering & conferences ! ? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Bayou Lodge 11 br 9 ba is great for family gathering & conferences ! located? > This family-friendly Dadeville vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Martin and Horseshoe Island. Wilmarth's Island is 8.9 mi (14.3 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Bayou Lodge 11 br 9 ba is great for family gathering & conferences ! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 132 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason C. May 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake retreat Great property ##### Jason C. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renae C. Sep 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Labor Day Lake Fun The property was perfect for our group! The location was amazing; there was so much both inside and for the adults and kids; the house was spacious; and the owners were so welcoming. ##### Renae C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristin M. Jan 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Christmas We loved everything about our stay. The house was spacious and beautifully decorated. Our stay was enhanced by enjoying family time around the fire pit at night. We are already looking forward to our return trip this summer! ##### Kristin M. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda F., OPELIKA Sep 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect spot for our family stay A beautiful place. It could not have been more perfect for our stay. Our son was getting married nearby and family gathered here - family from Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Louisiana, and California. There was everything anyone would need for a perfect stay. ##### Linda F. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sybil G. Jun 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our favorite lake. For the 2nd time in several years we had 4 generations of our family together for 2 weeks. Bayou Lodge makes this possible & pleasant. Everything is good for all ages. We hope to have a 3rd stay in the future. ##### Sybil G. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann M. Dec 27, 2018 #### PERFECT!!! Santa had no trouble finding us!😉 Family Christmas 2018 could not have been more wonderful!!! Bayou Lodge was everything and MORE than we expected. Perfect in every way! Thank you Jason and Bridgett! ##### Ann M. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy O. Jul 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation! Bayou Lodge was just what our large family needed for a vacation. We ranged from age 9 months to 80 plus. Everyone enjoyed the huge home and wonderful area for all water activities. Perfect location without a lot of boat activity. Would highly recommend Bayou Lodge for everyone. Thank you for sharing your home. ##### Jeremy O. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### shannon d. May 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot for a graduation weekend We had all of our family in for Auburn graduation. This was the perfect spot to celebrate. So much room to spread out and so many sitting areas to gather and catch up with a beautiful lakefront setting. You can’t go wrong here for a large group. We had a ball and Robin was accessible and quick yo respond with any questions!! ##### shannon d. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle F., United States May 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Annual Family Gathering Bayou Lodge is amazing! Absolutely gorgeous home with ample space for our family of all ages. We especially love the easy access to the dock and swim area, the large porch, the many kitchens and many bedrooms with en-suite baths! We will return. 😊 ##### Michelle F. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki S. Aug 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place for a family vacation. The property was great! The kitchen was big and there was enough table space for our large family. Having four refrigerators was very helpful since we cooked all our meals. The deck and dock were perfect for the adults to sit on and watch the kids play in the water. The master suite downstairs is awesome! This house is in a cove and it was safe for the kids to be out on the water in canoes and kayaks. We have already booked for next summer. ##### Vicki S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie G. Jul 31, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Second Time...Still a Charm This property is beautiful and very functional for our large family. From the youngest to oldest, we had a wonderful week! We are already planning our time for next year! Thank you Jason for allowing us to use your home. ##### Melanie G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louise M. Jul 25, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 50th anniversary/family reunion Bayou Lodge was so fantastic. Because it was so large, there was a lot of room for every one to spread out. The veranda had a wonderful cross breeze and the deck had a lot of shade. Very comfortable for July. The view is the best. Nothing but trees across the way. The swimming area was perfect for all ages. ##### Louise M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Faith S. Jun 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Beautiful place!! It’s a beautiful home in a great location. Lots of rooms and plenty on 1st floor for older family members. It was a great experience for our family and the host was awesome!!! Everything was very clean and well kept! Need more bath towels per room. We had to wash frequently. Plan on buying ice. There are only fridge ice makers and only 2 work. They are planning on buying a commercial ice maker which will be perfect!! GREAT VACATION! GREAT STAY!! ##### Faith S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen B. Jul 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible place We had 6 families, 23 in total, and no one felt crowded - decks were spacious with lots of seating, game room had so much (kids just loved it) - location was amazing, easy to get to, lots of safe areas for kids to swim, paddle board, and kayak. The kids claimed the fire pit area as “their” dinner place. There was so much seating. Kitchen is incredibly well stocked with glasses and plates. There are three sets of washer/dryers. Two dishwashers in main kitchen ( there are 3 kitchens), so many trash cans including out on porches. We’ve already booked our stay for next year. The ramp to launch boats is less than 5 minutes away. Parking at the house is more than ample. There are 5 refrigerators!! There is a full grocery 10 miles away, a bait shop even closer, an amazing ice cream place and pizza place within 10 minutes. My family will be talking about this trip for years and we are so looking forward to next year. Thank you for this place and allowing us to rent it ##### Karen B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Olliff S. Aug 15, 2017 #### Great space, needs some love The house has a beautiful view, great outdoor space that we used the entire week. We were disappointed with some of the furnishings. One recliner was broken and peeling and the couch upstairs in the living area was also peeling. lucky for us we didn't spend much time inside😊 Also, the kitchen needs some help. I couldn't find a knife to clean cut a tomato. We had to go purchase a couple of large pots to cook spaghetti and sauce for our family. This house sleeps a lot of people,I would have thought the kitchen would have had pots/pans to accommodate. plus the broken down boats and wave runner definitely didn't add to the beauty of the view. The cottage bath needed some attention. The price is much higher than some much nicer properties we've stayed in the past. We wanted to give Alabama a try and were not disappointed in the area or the lake. If you have a large family and need lots of sleeping room, this house has that. Overall, our family enjoyed our time together.... it's about family. ##### Olliff S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki S. Jul 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home for a large group We had all ages and plenty of places to sleep. I especially like that there are two dining room tables so everyone could eat together in the same room. There are lots of water toys to use and the deck and dock are beautiful. The owners are very helpful if you need anything. The location on the lake is great for children to play and swim. ##### Vicki S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy W. Jul 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome It was a great location plenty of room for the family just needed more garbage cans cause this family makes a lot of garbage cause we stay there and eat three meals a day plus snacks other than that it was awesome. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/14174433-b86f-466e-8a0c-b7362da51f39-1752947263403.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Wendy W. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vaune J. Jul 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house is extremely well appointed. We appreciated the 3 laundry areas, large game room and gathering spaces. The outdoor living area is fantastic with beautiful views. ##### Vaune J. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen B. Jul 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Lake House Ever!! House is amazing and well stocked with dishes, glasses, and utensils. 3 washer/dryers, 3 refrigerators, AMPLE parking, close to grocery and pizza place. Boat dock will handle 2 boats under cover and a third on the side. Dock is large. Porch is huge, shaded with fans. Eating area was big enough for 22 people. Kids loved the fire pit area. House had several canoes and paddles. There is a grill. The cove is calm and not very crowded and the boat ramp is very close by. This is our second year there and we want to come back ##### Karen B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful week at Bayou Lodge with our large family! The home was spacious, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a relaxing and fun stay. The layout was perfect for a big group—plenty of room to spread out, but also great spaces to gather together for meals and family time.The views of Lake Martin were beautiful, and we loved spending time on the water. The outdoor areas were especially enjoyable—we made great use of the porch, dock, and fire pit. The kitchen was well-stocked, and we appreciated all the thoughtful touches throughout the home.The owners were responsive and easy to communicate with, which made the whole experience even better. We made so many great memories and would absolutely stay here again. Highly recommend Bayou Lodge for families or groups looking for a peaceful, scenic escape! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley A. Dec 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### GREAT spot for our Staff retreat We had our staff from across Florida come stay here and it couldn’t have been more wonderful! They house was huge, the view is gorgeous and the hosts were so kind! We will definitely be coming back! ##### Ashley A. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larry J. Dec 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Thanksgiving A very great place to stay with a larger family. We had 17 family members and this venue fully met our needs. The owners are great to work with and communication was excellent. A memorable time ##### Larry J. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Don F. Sep 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Auburn Game Friends and Family Reunion Robin was fantastic, providing advice and assurance should we have any issues, We had zero issues so we didn’t get a chance to bother / test / talk to Robin during our stay, but I am certain any issues would have been addressed efficiently. We loved all the outdoor deck and dock seating areas with a stunning lake backdrop. We enjoyed sunrises, blue sky sunny days, moonlit evenings on the lake and even a day of rain. All of it was fantastic. I was concerned we wouldn’t have access to shopping, but the general store is 5 minutes down the road and complete shopping (grocery, hardware, etc.,,) is only 15 minutes away. We grilled and cooked meals at the house and had a great time doing it, The house is very well equipped for our grandson (15 mo. ) with high chair, crib, toys and ducks on the lake. He had a blast and spelt through each night. It’s great having 5 bedrooms on the ground floor so the older couples didn’t need to climb too many stairs. The game room was great too. Lots of water toys in the garage were enjoyed by all of us. It really felt like we were all getting together at our friend’s home. Can’t say enough about the lake, house, host and everyone Alabamian we met along the way. Go Bears! (Sorry) ##### Don F. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carrie I. Sep 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best place for a big family This is our third trip to Bayou Lodge. We love it. ##### Carrie I. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa H. Aug 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our Third Year at Bayou Lodge This was our third year coming to Bayou Lodge. The property and location are awesome. Robin is awesome and always quick to respond when I have questions or concerns. We have a large group with ages ranging 7 months to 87 years old and it works for all of us. The house is spacious and comfortable - perfect for a large group. The large covered porches, deck and dock are an added bonus as that is where we spend the majority of our time. We love Bayou Lodge and Lake Martin! We can’t wait to return next year! ##### Lisa H. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Basecamp Lodge Golden](https://www.expedia.ca/Golden-Hotels-Basecamp-Lodge-Golden.h9554299.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Cornwall](https://www.expedia.ca/Cornwall-Hotels.d10558.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Candlewood Suites Downtown by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Mobile-Hotels-Candlewood-Suites-Downtown.h3723922.Hotel-Information) > > [Home2 Suites by Hilton Cape Canaveral Cruise Port, FL](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Canaveral-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-Cape-Canaveral-Cruise-Port.h49284687.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hyatt Tokyo](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels-Grand-Hyatt-Tokyo.h2167.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Whistler Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Whistler-Village-Whistler-Hotels.0-n6058449-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Florence](https://www.expedia.ca/Florence-Hotels.d1222.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [ModernHaus SoHo](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-ModernHaus-SoHo.h3681052.Hotel-Information) > > [UniversalOrlandoResort Hotels in Orlando](https://www.expedia.ca/Orlando-Hotels-Universal-Orlando-Resort.0-0-d178294--bUniversalOrlandoResort.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Travelodge by Wyndham Miramichi New Brunswick](https://www.expedia.ca/Miramichi-Hotels-Travelodge-By-Wyndham-Miramichi-New-Brunswick.h191363.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Arizona](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Arizona-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d204-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) ### Flights > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Miri (MYY)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/myy/vancouver-to-miri) > > [Flights from Kamloops (YKA) to British Columbia (YAZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yka/yaz/kamloops-to-tofino) > > [Flights from Hanoi (HAN) to Chek Lap Kok (HKG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/han/hkg/hanoi-to-hong-kong) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to St. Barthelemy (SBH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/sbh/toronto-to-gustavia) > > [Flights from Miami (MIA) to Port-au-Prince (PAP)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/mia/pap/miami-to-port-au-prince) > > [Flights from Hiroshima (HIJ) to Naha (OKA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/hij/oka/hiroshima-to-naha) > > [Flights from Osaka (KIX) to Incheon (ICN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/kix/icn/osaka-to-seoul) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Cavan-Monaghan (YPQ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/ypq/toronto-to-peterborough) > > [Flights from Seattle (SEA) to Paris (CDG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/sea/cdg/seattle-to-paris) > > [Flights from Honolulu (HNL) to Seattle (SEA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/hnl/sea/honolulu-to-seattle) > > [flights from gustavo rojas pinilla intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/adz/flights-from-gustavo-rojas-pinilla-intl-airport) ### Cruise > [Cruises from Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Cruises-from-Vancouver.d178315.Cruise-Departure-Port) ### Activities > [Things to do in Nha Trang](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Nha-Trang.d6054439.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Broadway at the Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Broadway-At-The-Beach-Myrtle-Beach.d6079959.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Shri Guru Ravidas Temple](https://www.expedia.ca/Shri-Guru-Ravidas-Temple-Phagwara.d6147759.Vacation-Attraction)