Title: Waterfront Lay Lake Retreat w/ Dock & 3 Piers! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=94325987&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Waterfront Lay Lake Retreat w/ Dock & 3 Piers! Family-friendly cottage in Shelby with free parking ## Photo gallery for Waterfront Lay Lake Retreat w/ Dock & 3 Piers! ![House (5 Bedrooms) | Interior - Waterfront Lay Lake Retreat w/ Dock & 3 Piers! (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94330000/94326000/94325987/647d52d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (5 Bedrooms) | Interior - Waterfront Lay Lake Retreat w/ Dock & 3 Piers! (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94330000/94326000/94325987/2c7002b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (5 Bedrooms) | Interior - Waterfront Lay Lake Retreat w/ Dock & 3 Piers! (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94330000/94326000/94325987/2b6a17dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (5 Bedrooms) | Interior - Waterfront Lay Lake Retreat w/ Dock & 3 Piers! (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94330000/94326000/94325987/e56b0756.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (5 Bedrooms) | Interior - Waterfront Lay Lake Retreat w/ Dock & 3 Piers! (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94330000/94326000/94325987/f04334ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Waterfront Lay Lake Retreat w/ Dock & 3 Piers! provides amenities like a firepit and an arcade/game room. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 122690 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## 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 Lay Lake Retreat w/ Dock & 3 Piers! Family-friendly cottage in Shelby with free parking This smoke-free cottage features an arcade/game room, barbecue grills, and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. The cottage has 5 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a patio. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with an oven and a stovetop. Air-conditioned accommodations at this cottage offer fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - Free crib - High chair ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Spices - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Laptop workspace ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Fee: USD 101.84 per accommodation per stay - Service animals exempt from fees - Pets allowed in specific rooms ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - 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 ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34600000/34593500/34593448/1a8fb492.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Chillin’ at its finest! 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Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 R011519347;R011519347 ## 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%7C33.05420%2C-86.53023&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=80U7O-cCrxIHaJyToswFl0-te2g=) 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 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Woman jogging on street in city, Birmingham, Alabama, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070601/f61b3928-0889-4fe9-9065-829e45100daf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) The Summit 55 min drive \- 80.7 km - Riverchase Galleria 51 min drive \- 74.1 km - Hoover Metropolitan Complex 54 min drive \- 64.5 km - Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa 62 min drive \- 84.4 km ### Restaurants - V J's Restaurant 9 min drive - The Sandwich Shop 12 min drive - Shelby Sandwich Shop 12 min drive - Pecel lele cah Slemania 11 min drive - Lay Port Marina 12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Waterfront Lay Lake Retreat w/ Dock & 3 Piers! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Waterfront Lay Lake Retreat w/ Dock & 3 Piers!? ### What time is check-out at Waterfront Lay Lake Retreat w/ Dock & 3 Piers!? ### Where is Waterfront Lay Lake Retreat w/ Dock & 3 Piers! located? ## Have a question? 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