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Lakefront Family Home on Lake Martin with Private Boat Launch

Holiday home with kitchen, steps from Lake Martin

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Living area
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Jacksons' Gap, AL
  • Place, Lake Martin
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Wetumpka
  • Place, Auburn University
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

1st ground level bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2nd bedroom on main level

1 Queen Bed

2nd ground level bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Large 2nd Floor Loft

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Small bedroom on main level

1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Lakefront Family Home on Lake Martin with Private Boat Launch

Tucked into a quiet slough on Lake Martin, this lake house has been the backdrop of family summers for decades. For 30 years, our lake home has been a place for slow mornings, full coffee cups on the screened porch overlooking the lake, kids swimming until their fingers wrinkle, and long evenings spent together playing board games and connecting after the sun goes down. Originally built by my father in 1995 and renovated twice since, our lake home is updated yet unpretentious, built for spending quality time together, and has plenty of space with the water just steps away. Our home is meant for week-long stays, shared meals, laughter on the dock, and making the kind of memories that bring our guests back year after year. If you're looking for a southern week on the lake that feels like home the moment you arrive you'll find it here.

Our lakefront family home sleeps 15 and has a private boat ramp on the property so you can launch your boat on site without having to find a public boat launch. Plenty of parking with both an upper and lower driveway, there's plenty of space to leave your watercraft trailer on site along with everyone's cars. The home is located in the Jackson’s Gap area of the lake - in a calm, quiet cove with low boat traffic that is ideal for kids swimming of the dock but still right off the main channel. Great wooded neighborhood that is ideal for walking and exploring. You're just a 5 minuted boat ride from Boondock's at Bay Pines Marina, where you can enjoy food, drinks, and live music with strangers who feel like friends. Close to Alexander City and just a 15 minute drive to the new Publix Grocery Store, Starbucks, and new Nail Salon.

With both an upstairs and downstairs living space, you'll have plenty of room to spend time together but the option for kids to have their own space downstairs. A fully equipped gourmet kitchen and second refrigerator on the ground level leading out to the pier make toting your drinks and ice to the pier a breeze.

Our family has been on Lake Martin since 1995 and we are happy to recommend anything you might need during your stay, from boat rentals to restaurants we have you covered.

We look forward to welcoming you to our home on Lake Martin - where lake days and family nights will build memories that last a lifetime.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Jacksons' Gap

Shady Bay, a neighbourhood in Jacksons' Gap, is home to this holiday home. Lakewinds Golf Course and The Ridge Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Martin and Wind Creek State Park.
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Jacksons' Gap, AL

What's nearby

  • Lake Martin - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Wind Creek State Park - 15 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Auburn University - 45 min drive - 69.3 km
  • Jordan-Hare Stadium - 45 min drive - 67.2 km
  • Grand National Golf Course - 49 min drive - 69.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lake Martin Pizza Co. - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Funky Goat - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Family Home on Lake Martin with Private Boat Launch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakefront Family Home on Lake Martin with Private Boat Launch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Family Home on Lake Martin with Private Boat Launch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Family Home on Lake Martin with Private Boat Launch?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Family Home on Lake Martin with Private Boat Launch located?

Located in Shady Bay, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Martin and Cemetery Island. Lakewinds Golf Course is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Greg A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing trip

Great place to stay plenty of room
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Martin gem!

This property was amazing! The host was super helpful and our stay couldn’t have been more perfect! Thank you for making our Auburn graduation experience better than we could have ever imagined!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

N T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice property

The lake house was in a perfect location and well equipped and very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura G., Covington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful lake house!

The kitchen is very well stocked! The house is spacious and the location is perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nelson G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving at Lake Martin

Excellent lake house to have a Thanksgiving family reunion! We hiked, fished, played games and watched beautiful sunsets.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Beautiful property! Great hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent option

The house was exactly as described and in a great location. We only left the house when on the water. The entire family had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

david s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Labor Day weekend getaway

We had a great stay here with a group of 8. Nice location in a secluded slough. Beautiful views, nice amenities in the house, great dock for boating and swimming. Owner went out of his way to communicate with us with a power outage that occurred during a storm. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifull

It was an amazing weekend away. Fishing, boating, college football, family. What else could be said!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation get together

Had a great time with family and friends for 4 days. 35 minutes from Auburn. Plenty of room for 15 people and fun times on the dock. Early May and lake already warm enough for swimming. Owner very responsive and easy to deal with. House in good shape, a great “lake Martin experience. Beautiful location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zack O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Martin Get Away

This is our second trip to Lake Martin and we are simply blown away by the region! This house had everything that our family needed. Plenty of room for six of us to spread out when we needed it and tons of seating when gathered together. The steps to the dock were easy to navigate and the dock itself provided a place to sit in the sun or shade. Overall, a great place to watch the day pass by. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Patrick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Martin stay

Nice home. The kitchen was smaller than expected. The upper loft area never really got very comfortable during the daytime hours and was moderately comfortable during the night. The basement level was nice. Washer and dryer could have been better for the price paid. The access to the lake was steeper than anticipated from the photos. Overall it was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Abby R.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Beware!

The owner charged us hundreds of dollars for damage to the property we did not cause. Refused to respond to my disputes of the charges. Additionally, the house was not fully cleaned when we arrived and was in a general state of disrepair.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome family location

House was a great location for the family. Water is in a no wake zone, which allowed the kids to play freely in the water. House is big with plenty of room for a big family. Also close to town which made shopping easy. Great communication with property manager.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Family Vacation at Lake Martin

This lake house was perfect for our family summer vacation (6 adults, 6 children). The home is well equipped and spacious. With 4 teenagers in our group we found the connectivity for cellphones and television worked very well. We spent a lot of time at the dock swimming, fishing, etc. The house is located on a quiet cove of Lake Martin. We had a pontoon boat rental for several days for tubing and cruising. The marina is very close and convenient. Overall it was a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, Location, Location!!

A great location on Lake Martin with a beautiful house that provided quick and easy access to all the amenities the area and lake had to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

summer 2022

We had extended family, ages 75 to 10, all eleven of us. There were enough beds for everyone, kids didn't have to share! Loved the location, the dock (we brought our boat), and greatly enjoyed our first experience at Lake Martin House was adequately equipped with everything a large group requires for comfort and entertainment. Loved it!! Thanks for the great week!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

perry v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

little family reunion

fun time with grand children nice having our own boat ramp
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

milt r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good fishing

We enjoyed the swimming and fishing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert P., Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

The family had a wonderful time. Beautiful house and neighborhood. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark D., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Lakehouse

This house was perfect for my guys golf trip, in every way. The location, cleanliness, amenities, well appointed kitchen, grilling opportunities, dockside lounging were all perfect. We were a group of 8 so the house is plenty big for large families or even 2 families. We'd stay here again in a second and also would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property

House was clean & spacious with plenty of room for our group of 14. Nice dock with plenty of room for multiple boats. The on-site boat launch was awesome. The only reason I gave it four stars for cleanliness is the exterior was in need of some cleaning and landscaping was not well maintained. The walkway down to the dock is a little steep and my elderly parents (ages 84 & 77) found it difficult to walk it by themselves.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

Very nice home in a quiet area of the lake! Good internet access. Kitchen was well stocked with all the cooking necessities. We enjoyed the screened in porch and dock. Walk to dock is easy/short down a relatively gentle slope. Great location close to Alexander City.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Fun!

We all enjoyed our stay. We had 5 couples and 2 children and it was had everything we needed and more.

10/10 Excellent

Cindi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family lake vacation

We had an amazing time. It was a perfect family Vacation filled with lots of family memories. Thank you for sharing your home with us. Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

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