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Lakefront, private, shaded, large water view, kayaks, boat ramp, FREE CLEANING

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Street view of Captain Cook's
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Breakfast area and kitchen
Breakfast area and porch on street side

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Wedowee, AL
  • Wedowee Creek
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Lake Wedowee
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Cheaha Resort State Park
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Anniston, AL (ANB-Anniston Municipal)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Master 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront, private, shaded, large water view, kayaks, boat ramp, FREE CLEANING

Captain Cook's is your home away from home on Lake Wedowee. This home is the kind of place where we love to go, and we hope you like it as well. It is a fully furnished 3 bedroom, 2 bath jewel located on a wooded lot directly on the lake with year round deep water. The house is a family friendly single story with bedrooms on opposite sides of the house, affording privacy between the master and the other bedrooms. It is stocked with books, CDs DVDs, toys, games as well as a portable crib, and children's table and chairs. The walk to the lake is short (64' from house) and easy with a wooden boardwalk all the way to the private covered pier and large covered floating dock. There is even a private boat ramp on the property for launching your boat as well. Enjoy evenings lakeside by the firepit or swinging on the porch.

At Captain Cook's you will find all the towels, linens, dishes, cookware and utensils you will need. We have gone the extra mile to make sure the kitchen is fully equipped. We have both drip coffee maker and Keurig coffee makers, an air fryer, blender, toaster, counter top ice maker, griddle, crockpot and plenty of cookware. Hairdryers, iron and ironing board are also provided as well as for your use. We now have Starlink internet access\WiFi. There is a gas grill for cooking the fish you catch each day. A ping pong table is available for the competitive types as well as a basketball hoop toss and corn hole set up. Enjoy the use of 2 single kayaks, 2 stand up paddle boards as well as a tandem kayak. Lakeside Marina and restaurant are a short boat ride up the lake.

The large master bedroom has a king bed with a Tempurpedic mattress, flat screen TV, DVD player and private porch. Enjoy views of the lake from both the windows or from a rocker on the porch.

A queen bed with deluxe memory foam mattress topper is in another large bedroom as well as a set of built in bunks. This bedroom has a private entrance from the front porch, flat screen TV and DVD player.

2 comfortable full beds are in other guest room and a rollaway bed is also provided for use.

The living room includes a large screen LCD TV, lots of books, games, puzzles, etc. There is plenty of space for reading or relaxing in the cozy living room or on the large porch facing the lake. You can swing, rock or just sit and enjoy the view.

The porch on the other side of the house is also a great place to sit, rock, have a cup of coffee and enjoy the peace and quiet. There is also an awesome flying saucer swing for children.

TRITOON BOAT RENTAL
22’ TRITOON with 150 hp Honda engine. Very comfortable 800.00 flat fee.
After 10 hours of run time rate is $45.00 hour.(you don’t pay while you watch sun set or fish)
The boat will be at least 3/4 full when you get it and should be returned with 3/4 or greater.

This is separate transaction from house rental. (book early)
We are renting our house in hopes that families can get away and enjoy time together. This is why we have tried to provide things for all ages to enjoy in our home. We have plans to complete the basement and include a game room and bunk room, kitchen and living area there as well.

This is non-smoking, pet-free home. For additional information feel free to email anytime.

Property manager

Charles and Lisa Cook

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
No exceptions, please don’t ask.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No fireworks of any kind.
Please be mindful of noise (loud music and loud talking) when outside. Sound travels well across the water and we want to respect our neighbors.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Wedowee

Located in Wedowee, this holiday home is on a lake. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Walt Farr Native American Relic Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wedowee Creek and Lake Wedowee. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Wedowee, AL

What's nearby

  • Wedowee Creek - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Lake Wedowee - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Choccolocco Park - 48 min drive - 58.9 km
  • Cheaha Resort State Park - 57 min drive - 60.7 km
  • Chattahoochee River - 64 min drive - 64.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hacienda San Antonio - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Jack's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lynnie Bo's Seafood & Wings Of Lake Wedowee - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Thangs Bakery - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront, private, shaded, large water view, kayaks, boat ramp, FREE CLEANING pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront, private, shaded, large water view, kayaks, boat ramp, FREE CLEANING?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront, private, shaded, large water view, kayaks, boat ramp, FREE CLEANING?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront, private, shaded, large water view, kayaks, boat ramp, FREE CLEANING located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Tanner Medical Center/East Alabama, Wedowee Creek, and Lake Wedowee. Pop's Landing is 9.4 mi (15.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory K.

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

Peaceful getaway

Great location and accommodations! Plenty of fun for the whole family, fishing swimming, and a bonus game room in the basement. Great memories were made. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Relaxing

We loved staying at this house. It has everything we needed for a nice, relaxing vacation on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

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

Lovely views from the porch!

Lisa and Charles were great to work with! They were flexible when we had a last minute change and responded right away when we called. We had everything we needed in the house. The mattresses were great, that’s not always the case with other experiences. We’d highly recommend staying here when you’re in Wedowee!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hope A.

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

Great Family Time

First time to the lake here. Wonderful time with family and the home was very comfortable for us. Loved that the dock had an area that was covered with seating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

Relaxing stay

The house was clean, and accurately deacribed in the listing. The view was beautiful and we spent most of our time on the dock! The kids loved using the paddleboards! It was definitely a relaxing time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonny B.

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

Captain Cook's

We had a great stay at Captain Cook's lake house. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacey B.

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

Annual Lake Trip

We had a wonderful time at this home. Location was great, home was beautiful. Owners were very pleasant to deal with. Looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

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

Beautiful place!

We had such an amazing trip to the lake for the week! The location of the house was so nice. Our kids loved swimming at the dock. We caught many fish while we were there as well. We will definitely be booking this house again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne N.

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

Great stay at Cook's Cabin

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Cook's Cabin. The cabin was clean and beautifully decorated with a whimsical lake theme. The lot was not steep, and easy to maneuver to and from the house to their very nice and comfortable pier. We rented the Cook's pontoon boat and loved every minute we spent on the lake. We look forward to renting Cook's Cabin in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bette R.

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

Super Entertaining

Between swimming in the lake, feeding the ducks, playing board games and all of the games in the basement (corn hole, ping-pong and giant jenga), two 70 somethings and our two 40 something sons had a fabulous time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sheila P.

The perfect place to relax and have fun.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was very comfortable with everything we needed, perfect for families to spend quality time together in a fun atmosphere. Our morning coffee was even better with the view from the front porch. It rained a little, but there were plenty of movies, games, etc to keep us busy. We liked that it was a short trip to town, and we checked out a few antique and re-sale stores. The only problem with our stay is that it ended too soon.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lake Wedowee Alabama

It was a wonderful vacation but there was a problem with the dish washer. It needs to be checked fixed. We hand washed dishes while we were there. Great vacation though.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonya W.

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

Memorial Weekend 2020

Our stay and experience here was great minus the abundance of mosquitoes. The view of the lake is great! When we weren’t on the lake we sat on the dock watching other boaters having fun. We didn’t have a chance to use the fire Pit, but the set up was nice. The owner is super nice and communicates well. We would stay here again, but will bring citronella lamps, candles and fogger. Until next time Captain Cook & Lake Wedowee!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

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

Great Getaway!

We had a great week with family at Captain Cook's! Kitchen was well supplied which was nice since we ate in the whole time we were there. Beds were comfortable. Lots of space for everyone. The dock was also fun to hang out on. Beautiful home in a beautiful location. The only issue we had was no working internet. The owner said they are working on a solution but if that is a neccessity for your group, I would verify with the owners that the problems have been resolved before booking.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Double booked

Got to the property to check in and another family was already there. VRBO and AirBB booked on top of each other for holiday weekend. Very uncomfortable situation! Not property owner’s fault. Caused lots of tears until a resolution was found.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

molly a.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, just dirty.

House is in a nice area. Good boat ramp. Good accessibility to marinas. Plenty of towels, bedding, pillows, and kitchen stuff. Overall good. The only negative was that it didn’t feel or look clean- crumbs on the kitchen counter. Coffee pot still had coffee grounds in it, dish towels were gross. Floor felt sticky and rugs were really dirty. I washed the bathroom rugs when I arrived. But there was hair on the bathroom floor. There was a bag of trash left in the kitchen closet. Walls could use a wipe down for sure. Master bath shower smelled musty. Bedding should be washed more frequently.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

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

Great Lot, Homey and Comfortable

My husband, son, daughter, & son & law stayed here for Labor Day weekend as a last get together before our daughter & her husband were moving out of state and to look at some property we own there. The location and lot for this property is exceptional, not too steep and very close to the water with a beautiful view and dock and a tritoon boat which we also rented. That was the highlight for us! The boat is large enough to seat a group, and the motor runs great. We were able to tour the entire lake including our property which we were anxious to see from the water. They also had kayaks, paddle boards and a peddle boat and swimming off the dock on floats was easy in the cove area where it's located. The house is very homey and comfortable, although the bathrooms could use some updating, it was quite suitable for the price and the owners couldn't have been nicer. The basement, although not finished, hosts a ping pong table and corn hole game which was handy for a rainy day. Overall, very satisfied with our visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betty B., Melbourne, Florida

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

Relaxing and comfortable

We spent most of our time down on the lake. My boys enjoyed the paddle boards and paddle boat. The house was wonderful and the beds were comfortable. We plan on coming back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Amazing views

Family really enjoyed spending time here
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Great Stay at Wedowee

This was our second stay and we loved everything about it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin G.

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

Stay was wonderful! Entire family enjoyed the house, dock and boat.

Great property! Second time here and family has already requested again for next year! Thank you Captain Cook!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

carol H.

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

Sweet rest and relaxation!

5 girlfriends enjoyed rest and relaxing! The home offered everything we needed. View of the lake was perfect! Porch was cool and inviting. The owner was responsive and thorough in his directions, help and description of the home. We highly recommend this rental property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

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

Good as usual

Been coming to this place for for nearly 5 years and we enjoy our stay each time. Captain Cook has easy communication and the place is great for our needs as fisherman with great dock and boat launch.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric and Karen D.

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

Family Trip

We couldn't ask for a nicer home, hosts, and location. All of us had an excellent time and will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Rhodena B., Georgia

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Hmmm. Great location, needs some updating & maintenance.

We used to own a lake home on Lake Wedowee. As such, we’re very familiar not only with this lake in particular, but lake living in general. We sold that home & now rent lake homes throughout the SE to see where we want to retire. A last-minute vacation hiccup led us to renting this place on our “home lake” where we keep our boat. Communication with the owner was pretty good. He responded that the property was available, & that the covered boat slip would be available for us to use. Check in was easy. First off, we have to say that the location is good. It’s right at the entrance to Wedowee Creek & the view of the lake from the house is excellent. It’s right inside a small cove, so you don’t get beat up by waves from passing boats. The deck has a wonderful view. There are steps, & a wooden walkway, down to a covered area, & then the dock. The covered area has an outdoor furniture set, which is nice. A fire pit & a couple of swing chairs in the backyard were fun. Overall, though, this house needs some SERIOUS TLC. The deck, doors, paint, windows, etc. are all weathered and worn. Inside, most of the house is rather dated. The 2 bedrooms on the left, which share a Jack & Jill bath, seem to have been updated. One of them has a cute bunk bed style arrangement, built into the wall. These bunk beds are part of the bedroom, which has a normal sized bed, so the space is shared. The bathroom on that side is nice. The kitchen is dated. Cupboards, counters & furnishings have seen better days. The “nautical theme” is carried out throughout the entire place. Cute, albeit way overdone. Knobs have been replaced with various boat and waterski parts, etc. The master bathroom is….well, we didn’t fully use it. The shower area is actually a large older style tub that has a shower curtain hung around it, hanging by ropes/pulleys. It appeared to be “barely hanging in there” (literally). The toilet rocked. And the back side of the door was heavily stained/dirty from use. Netting/lures hanging in the window. Master bedroom was ok. The beds throughout were comfortable! Furnishings were very dated. Don’t come expecting to have internet! If you have it, is the speed of dial-up. Resetting modem was no help. PAINFUL. Be forewarned! Overall, we so wanted to LOVE this home but couldn’t. Wonderful location & views yet dated &…..dirty/used. If that makes sense. Some TLC and cleaning, and this home will be a gem!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Charles and Lisa Cook

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Charles and Lisa Cook live in Chattahoochee Hills, Georgia. We are the parents of five incredible children and four grandchildren. We absolutely love to get away to the lake every chance we can. It is our desire that others experience the rejuvenation and peace that time in this place brings.

Why they chose this property

We enjoy entertaining people and have always wanted to have the opportunity to own a place to share with others. This is our 'bucket list' dream and we hope others enjoy Lake Wedowee as much as we do. We love having a place where our family can get away and want other people to have that chance as well.

What makes this property unique

One of our favorite things about this house is the view of the lake and the privacy it affords. We knew when we first saw it that we could make it into a home in which others would feel welcome and not want to leave. We have decorated each room with care and filled it with everything one would need to call it home. The kitchen is even equipped with staple items like sugar, flour, coffee, spices, oil etc. The bathrooms even have q-tips and cotton swabs.

Languages:

English