Title: Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! Cottage in Shelby with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Front of property - Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94350000/94346900/94346852/ee9e6d49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior - Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94350000/94346900/94346852/d9146230.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior - Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94350000/94346900/94346852/37e4acc1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior - Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94350000/94346900/94346852/cc17469d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior - Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94350000/94346900/94346852/4096dcae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! provides a firepit and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82281 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! Cottage in Shelby with kitchen and fireplace Barbecue grills, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. Guests can appreciate conveniences like 2 bathrooms and a microwave, and other amenities include a stovetop and a dishwasher. Air-conditioned accommodations at this cottage offer fireplaces and ceiling fans. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Spices - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Porch/lanai - Telescope ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Kayak ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![House (5 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94330000/94326000/94325987/647d52d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Lay Lake Retreat w/ Dock & 3 Piers! 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Shelby Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! Cottage Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! Cottage Shelby ## About the area Shelby is home to this cottage. Karl C. Harrison Museum of George Washington and American Village Citizenship Trust are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum and Flagg Mountain Cabins and Pinhoti Trail. [Visit our Shelby travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Shelby.dx3000423394) [View more Cottages in Shelby](https://www.expedia.ca/Shelby-Cottages.d3000423394-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C33.09961%2C-86.50584&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Qb9DbeIZ6oo8ixdBfVTIBk6zBX0=) Shelby, AL ### What's nearby - ![Small dock jutting into calm lake with hills and clouds in distance](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976195850/557161da-1e89-4bea-8d8b-832d2ae43abd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lay Lake 4 min drive \- 2.4 km - Beeswax Creek Park 10 min drive \- 12.6 km - Magnolia Meadows Golf Course 17 min drive \- 18.5 km - Wilsonville Public Library 17 min drive \- 21.9 km - Wilsonville Town Hall 17 min drive \- 21.9 km ### Restaurants - V J's Restaurant 7 min drive - Arrington 60 min drive - Founders Pub 60 min drive - The Sandwich Shop 12 min drive - Shelby Sandwich Shop 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River!? ### What time is check-out at Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River!? ### Where is Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! Reviews ## Reviews ### 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) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debbie Jun 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Rustic lake cabin with beautiful views of the Coosa river which looks like a huge lake. Comfy beds and from your pillow in the main suite you can see a panoramic view of the moons reflection dancing across the water. Solid dock on the water, lots of trees and birds to watch. Not fancy but definitely charming. Fantastic back porch w/ plenty of rocking chairs, large table. & porch swing. 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