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=&selected=94346852&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) | Interior - Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94350000/94346900/94346852/2909544d.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/95000000/94350000/94346900/94346852/637040b2.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/95000000/94350000/94346900/94346852/52efe5af.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/c99f7a40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![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=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 - Limited onsite self parking ### 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 - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&selected=93548616&PinnedHotelID=93548616&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:00 AM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[apartment\] Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Property payment types ## 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property 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 Property Registration Number 224309;2504402;2603222 ### Property is also known as Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! 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Cottage Shelby ## 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%7C33.09961%2C-86.50584&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Qb9DbeIZ6oo8ixdBfVTIBk6zBX0=) Shelby, AL #### What's nearby - 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? 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