8/10 Good
Larry C.
19 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place To Stay
Larry C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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Dreamy Lakefront Cottage on Lay Lake!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Sylacauga, AL
- Lay Lake22 min drive
- Flagg Mountain Cabins and Pinhoti Trail67 min drive
- Oak Mountain State Park70 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Dreamy Lakefront Cottage on Lay Lake!
Escape to Owl Feather Overlook: A Cozy Cottage Retreat on Lay Lake
Nestled in a woodland cove with serene views, our French Country-style cottage invites you to unwind. The open floor plan showcases floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the lake and forest, creating a tranquil indoor space.
Indoors:
• Well-equipped kitchen and farmhouse table
• Sunroom with panoramic views
• 50-inch Smart TV, DVDs, and electric fireplace
• Loft with a full-size bed
• Main bedroom with a queen bed and AC unit
• Bathroom with small, single-stall shower and essentials
Outdoors:
• Fire pit, bistro porch, and deck with lake views
• Weber gas grill for outdoor cooking
• Landings along the stairs to savor nature
• Boat dock, kayak rack, and Adirondack chairs for relaxation
Guest Access:
Enjoy the entire cottage, grounds, and WiFi. Please refrain from accessing storage areas.
Other Info:
• Gravel road (1.2 miles, SUV/truck recommended after heavy rain)
• Covered dock for boat parking
• Kayak rental available ($50 for all, life vests and waivers required)
• Caution on the loft staircase (350-pound weight limit)”
Nestled in a woodland cove with serene views, our French Country-style cottage invites you to unwind. The open floor plan showcases floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the lake and forest, creating a tranquil indoor space.
Indoors:
• Well-equipped kitchen and farmhouse table
• Sunroom with panoramic views
• 50-inch Smart TV, DVDs, and electric fireplace
• Loft with a full-size bed
• Main bedroom with a queen bed and AC unit
• Bathroom with small, single-stall shower and essentials
Outdoors:
• Fire pit, bistro porch, and deck with lake views
• Weber gas grill for outdoor cooking
• Landings along the stairs to savor nature
• Boat dock, kayak rack, and Adirondack chairs for relaxation
Guest Access:
Enjoy the entire cottage, grounds, and WiFi. Please refrain from accessing storage areas.
Other Info:
• Gravel road (1.2 miles, SUV/truck recommended after heavy rain)
• Covered dock for boat parking
• Kayak rental available ($50 for all, life vests and waivers required)
• Caution on the loft staircase (350-pound weight limit)”
Property manager
Joe and Dayna
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Sylacauga
Located in Sylacauga, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Talladega National Forest and Lay Lake, while Comer Museum and Arts Center and Shelby County Historic Museum are cultural highlights. Flagg Mountain Cabins and Pinhoti Trail and Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking, waterskiing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
Sylacauga, AL
What's nearby
- Lay Lake - 22 min drive - 11.2 km
- Flagg Mountain Cabins and Pinhoti Trail - 67 min drive - 31.3 km
- Oak Mountain State Park - 70 min drive - 68.3 km
- The Summit - 71 min drive - 74.6 km
- Hoover Metropolitan Complex - 83 min drive - 92.1 km
Restaurants
- V J's Restaurant - 74 min drive
- Oak Island Farm - 59 min drive
- The Barefoot Grill - 19 min drive
- Wolves Den - 17 min drive
- The Hog - 17 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.2/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ana Claire Y.
27 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Ana Claire Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert C.
31 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Robert C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelley C.
8 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Kelley C.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Roman L.
28 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place
Roman L.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael C.
18 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet getaway
Michael C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
tanya M.
28 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage with great coffee bar
tanya M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Erin R.
13 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Erin R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephen G.
15 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Stephen G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erica H.
3 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Erica H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elden D.
4 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scenic lakefront cottage had it all!
Elden D.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth S.
28 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seeing old friends
Elizabeth S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Joe and Dayna
Hi from Joe and Dayna!
Like you, we love getting away from time to time, going on adventures, and making memories. We have tried to think of all the things that we enjoy on vacation and incorporate them into our property for the comfort of our guests.
Currently, we live south of Atlanta but come to enjoy the beauty of Alabama as often as we can.
Why they chose this property
An idyllic little cottage perched high among the trees overlooking Lay Lake that encourages guests to relax, unwind and reset their bodies and minds surrounding by the natural beauty of Alabama. it affords guests immediate access to world class fishing and water sports on Lay Lake while providing ready access to the surrounding area.
What makes this property unique
It's private, secluded, and is perched on a little knoll overlooking Lay Lake high among the trees providing just the right amount of tranquility while giving guests ready access to the surrounding area.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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