Title: Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake with Pool - 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 # Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake with Pool Lakefront vacation home with a fitness center and an outdoor pool ## Photo gallery for Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake with Pool ![Property grounds - Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake with Pool (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121560000/121552200/121552135/ecbffd18.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fitness facility - Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake with Pool (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121560000/121552200/121552135/d51c2bd2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake with Pool (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121560000/121552200/121552135/083bac77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake with Pool (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121560000/121552200/121552135/fd62be48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake with Pool (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121560000/121552200/121552135/d87dac81.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities at Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake with Pool. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and a gym are available to all guests. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake with Pool ✨ Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake | 270° Views | Dock • Pool • Gym | Pet Friendly Welcome to your private lakeside getaway on beautiful Lay Lake! This renovated, never-lived-in home sits on a 6-acre peaceful peninsula, offering breathtaking 270-degree water views. Perfect for families or group getaways, the home comfortably sleeps up to 9 guests with 4 queen beds and 1 twin bed. There are a total of 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The gym and pool area also have a full bathroom guests can use. Inside you’ll enjoy: \- Central heat & A/C for year-round comfort \- A fully equipped kitchen with everything you need to cook and dine together \- Laundry room with washer, dryer, and iron \- Spacious living areas with open floor plan. \- WiFi, games, and TV’s in every bedroom Outside, relax and play: \- Multiple decks for lounging and dining \- BBQ grill for outdoor cooking \- Three fire pits for cozy evenings by the water \- Fenced-in yard, great for kids and pets \- Private dock plus other shared dock areas \- 2-slip boathouse for your watercraft Community amenities include: \- Access to a pool and gym just steps away Whether you’re fishing, boating, or simply unwinding by the water, this lakeside haven has everything you need for a memorable stay. Book your stay today and experience the best of Lay Lake living! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Gym - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bed sheets changed on request - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/50000000/49190000/49187300/49187245/eb6df331.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lay Lake - On main Channel in private area. 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Guest names must be registered in the app. Guest names and ID’s must be provided and approved prior to check in. Aggressive and untrained pets (and people) not allowed. No parties. May result in eviction from property and fees. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) Note from host: Pets must be supervised or placed in kennel. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Must be supervised, no safety features throughout. ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Located in Shelby, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. 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. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Shelby travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Shelby.dx3000423394) [View more Vacation homes in Shelby](https://www.expedia.ca/Shelby-Private-Vacation-Homes.d3000423394-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=33.026455,-86.54422&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:mjrhEjdfoO%3FQ%3FS%40Q%3FQ%40S%3FQ%40S%40QBQ%40Q%40QBQBSBQ%40QBQDOBSDQBODQDQDQDODQFODOFQDOFOFOFOHOFOFOHMHOFMHMHOHMHMJMHKJMHMJKJKJKJMJKJKJIJKLKJILGLKJGLKLGLIJGLGNGLGLGLENGLELENELENELCNCLENANCLCNCNANCN%3FLANANAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%40L%40N%3FNBN%40NBLBNBN%40LDNBNBLDLDNDLDNDLFLDLFNFLFLFLHJFLFLJLFJJLFJHLJJJLHJJHJJLLJHJJLHJJLHJJLHLHLHNHLHLFNHLFNFNHNFNFNFNDNFPFNDNDPDNFPBPDPDNBPBRDNBPBP%40PBRBP%40PBP%40P%40P%40R%3FP%40R%40P%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FPAPAP%3FRARAPAPCPAPCPCPARCPCPENCRCPENEPCPGPENEPENGNGPENGNGNGNINGNGLINGNILILINILILKJILKLIJKLIJMJKJILKJMHKJMHKJMFKJMFMJMFKFMHMFMFOFMFMDMDODMFODMDMDOBOBMDO%40OBMBO%40OBO%40O%40M%40O%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAOAMAOAOAOCOAMCOCOAMEOCMCOEMEOEMGMEOEMEMGMGOGMGKGMIMGMKKGMKMGKKMIKKKIKKKMKKKKKKKKIMKMIMKKIMIMIOIMGMIOIOGMGOIOGOGOGOEOGQEOGOEQEOEQEQEQCOEQCSEOCQAQCSCQCQAQAQCQAQAS%3FSAQ%3FQAQ%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RQR2F2TgJ3vOrfR96m0IeJgGtVw=) 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 17 min walk \- 1.4 km - Oak Mountain State Park 45 min drive \- 51.5 km - Riverchase Galleria 54 min drive \- 77.7 km - Hoover Metropolitan Complex 57 min drive \- 68.1 km - Grandview Medical Center 60 min drive \- 85.3 km ### Restaurants - V J's Restaurant 16 min drive - Pecel lele cah Slemania 15 min drive - Lay Port Marina 9 min drive - Kim's Kakes 10 min drive - Vj's Restaurant and Bar 16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake with Pool have a pool? ### Is Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake with Pool pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake with Pool? ### What time is check-out at Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake with Pool? ### Where is Waterfront Retreat on Lay Lake with Pool located? ## Have a question? 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