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Castaway Cottage

Lakefront cottage with kitchen, steps from Lake Martin

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Your lakeside retreat awaits at this cozy cabin, where you can unwind with a serene lake view from the screened-in porch. With kayaks and PWC ports at your disposal, spend days swimming or fishing on the water's edge.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81354 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Castaway Cottage

Your family vacation search ends here at this cozy cabin with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and all the things you need for a home away from home comfort. The water is just a few steps from the screened-in porch. You also have use of the kayaks, PWC ports, the dock for your boat, fishing, and swimming. The firepit is perfect for s’mores all year! Hungry? Start the gas grill! Meals at the farmhouse table on the screened porch, with an amazing lake view. Swim area for all ages.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,354 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 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

About the neighborhood

Located in Eclectic, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Lake Martin and Yates Lake Wildlife Management Area can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out The Ridge Marina. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Eclectic travel guide
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Eclectic, AL

What's nearby

  • Children's Harbor on Lake Martin Alabama / Island View; Shutterstock ID 98268905
    Lake Martin
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Historic building and campus at Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama; Shutterstock ID 215267143
    Auburn University
    51 min drive - 40.8 miles
  • Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Wetumpka
    40 min drive - 28.9 miles
  • EastChase Shopping Mall
    49 min drive - 45.4 miles
  • Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex
    61 min drive - 53.3 miles

Restaurants

  • Red Hill Kitchen
    6 min drive
  • Chuckwalla's Pizza
    23 min drive
  • SpringHouse Restaurant
    18 min drive
  • Kowaliga Restaurant
    14 min drive
  • Cotton's Alabama Barbecue
    16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Castaway Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Castaway Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castaway Cottage?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Castaway Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Lake Martin and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Yates Lake Wildlife Management Area. Goat Island and Yates Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Castaway Cottage Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DENISE G.

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

LAKE CABIN RETREAT

This was a perfect cabin for a relaxing getaway. The host was very thoughtful and gracious!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Nice, quite place

On the water, convenient to restaurants, stores, boat ramp. Quiet area.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

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

Perfect

Came for a wedding and this place was perfect in a beautiful setting!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey O.

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

Great Lake home

could not have asked for a better stay. the house was clean and cozy. We loved it so much and will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor G.

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

Amazing place

This place is the perfect getaway for us and we will be back! The location, house, access, all of it was great for our family of 4 with little ones. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie P.

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

November birthday

The place was serene, quiet and cozy. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alannah A.

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

Great 3/2, great location

This property was perfect for two families of 2 adults and 2 kids each! Location is close by car and boat to all of the Lake Martin hot spots. Great communication with host. Easy check in and check out. Clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill J.

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

Escape

As advertised! Quiet cove with an amazing dock!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

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

Wonderful housing for quick wedding weekend

Everything moved seamlessly from the booking to check in to my request for a late checkout. Also I thought I left something behind and Ivy was amazingly helpful with the whole situation. House was very clean and well equipped. A wonderful experience overall!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy R.

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

Great Quiet Lake Getaway

This is a great place to get away with family/friends to enjoy the lake and just relax! We brought our boat and tied up to the dock a few yards from the back porch. (There is a full service marina and free boat launch just down the road). The fishing is fantastic! The neighbors were super friendly. We will definitely be back again as soon as possible!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

Peaceful and Perfect

We loved our long weekend! We came for a family wedding and the house was perfect. It was clean and comfortable. My 80 something in-laws appreciated the easy 1 step entrances. The view of the lake was beautiful and very peaceful. My adult kids loved getting to use the kayaks!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie H.

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

Weekend Getaway

This cute cottage was just what our 2 Senior adults couples needed. It has a flat lot that made it easy to enter with very few steps at the doors. It was clean and had a well stocked kitchen. The dock was a favorite fishing spot. We especially enjoyed the large screened porch. We spent lots of time out there. Our host, Ivy made our entire visit a smooth experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Great stay

Everything was great we truly enjoyed the time here
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy H.

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

Perfect location!

Great property, exactly what we expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

kim m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cute and cozy house,with amazing lake views. morning coffee with the geese. grandbabies loved the easy access to the water line to play in. host communication was top notch. couldnt of asked for better place to stay.
we seemed to have an extra guest, he liked to hang out and watch the grandbabies play in the water
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aric C.

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

5 stars

Great property and enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly S.

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

Great vacation

Quiet area. Enjoyed cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karjona L.

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

Absolutely amazing

The veiw, location, stay, and the host was everything you could ask for. I was truly amazed by the space and the peace, and really enjoyed my stay here. Definitely coming back
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

linda l.

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

Review

Great location beautiful view accomadations met needs
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

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

Just as expected and great host!!

Ivy was great communicator and very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

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

Awesome!!

The place was WONDERFUL!! Ivy checked on us after we settled in to make sure we didn’t need anything, she communicated with us before. The house was more like a home on a beautiful lake!! We are definitely going back !
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

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

Absolutely Wonderful!

My husband & I have been using VRBO for a few years now, but none of our travel experiences have ever been as wonderful as this one! Not only was this beautiful property exactly as described, we were welcomed & treated like friends even though we’ve never met Ivy before and we booked on incredibly short notice. Communication was fantastic and Ivy made sure that we had everything we needed & could ever think to ask for. My husband & I are already looking ahead at dates so that we can book this property again very soon! Such a wonderful home away from home and exactly what we needed to relax & recharge away from everyone & everything! I would HIGHLY recommend this property to anyone desiring a peaceful, beautiful retreat with an amazing host like no other! Thank you, Ivy!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregg F.

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

Perfect and Peaceful

This property was just as it was described in the listing. Ivy was excellent and easy to communicate with. It was so peaceful and allowed us to relax and recharge.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann B., Austin, TX USA

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

Making Memories

Perfect getaway location to celebrate milestone birthdays with friends! Spent time reading and talking on the screened porch and enjoying sunsets from the dock. We even watched some great SEC football! Best time of the year at the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christy T.

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

Beautiful!

Great location! Quiet and very relaxing. Easy check in process, & Ivy is a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022