10/10 Excellent
Amber W.
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Cabin
Lake Retreat Rustic Fishing Cabin Near University of Alabama Tannehill Mercedes
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 670.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Vance, AL
- Mercedes-Benz Visitor Center23 min drive
- Mercedes Benz U.S. International24 min drive
- University of Alabama33 min drive
- Tuscaloosa, AL (TCL-Tuscaloosa Regional)42 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Common area 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining Area
About this property
Lake Retreat Rustic Fishing Cabin Near University of Alabama Tannehill Mercedes
This is a rustic fishing cabin on quaint and quiet Lake Retreat. The cabin truly is rustic and quaint. Built (we assume) by weekend warriors back in 1979, it became ours in May of 2018. Lake Retreat is part of the Lake View Property Owners Association. The owners, Chris and Nancy have paid the dues for the year, so the dock is available for fishing. The lake has Bass, Catfish, Blue Gill, and other Brim. Lake Retreat is a no-wake lake. The LPOA does not allow non-owner motorized boats on the lake.
This cabin is a peaceful getaway right on the serene water of Lake Retreat! The dock also has two Adirondack chairs so you can sit and fish or enjoy the view! We provide pond fish food so you can feed the fish and an occasional turtle off the dock.
This cabin includes a smart TV in the living area and another smart TV in the Queen bed bedroom. Both have remotes. The kitchen features an electric range, microwave, and a refrigerator with ice maker. You can fill the cooler on the way to the game! The cabin is great for relaxing after an Alabama football game.
Watercraft are not available.
* 10 miles to Tannehill Historical State Park
* 22 miles to the University of Alabama. ROLL TIDE!
* 2 miles to the Flagstone Farm Wedding/Event venue
* 22 miles to Mercedes-Benz plants, Vance
* Only 75 feet from the back door to the lake!
This cabin is a peaceful getaway right on the serene water of Lake Retreat! The dock also has two Adirondack chairs so you can sit and fish or enjoy the view! We provide pond fish food so you can feed the fish and an occasional turtle off the dock.
This cabin includes a smart TV in the living area and another smart TV in the Queen bed bedroom. Both have remotes. The kitchen features an electric range, microwave, and a refrigerator with ice maker. You can fill the cooler on the way to the game! The cabin is great for relaxing after an Alabama football game.
Watercraft are not available.
* 10 miles to Tannehill Historical State Park
* 22 miles to the University of Alabama. ROLL TIDE!
* 2 miles to the Flagstone Farm Wedding/Event venue
* 22 miles to Mercedes-Benz plants, Vance
* Only 75 feet from the back door to the lake!
Property manager
Chris and Nancy Carr Please contact us through the platform.
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Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
Vance
Located in Vance, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tannehill Park and Cahaba River National Wildlife Refuge, while Mercedes-Benz Visitor Center and Paul W. Bryant Museum are cultural highlights. Alabama Splash Adventure and Alabama Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
Vance, AL
What's nearby
- Mercedes-Benz Visitor Center - 23 min drive - 24.3 km
- Tannehill Park - 23 min drive - 18.5 km
- Mercedes Benz U.S. International - 24 min drive - 24.7 km
- University of Alabama - 33 min drive - 37.0 km
- Bryant-Denny Stadium - 33 min drive - 38.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Little Caesars Pizza - 16 min drive
- Jack's - 17 min drive
- Smoked Magic - 18 min drive
- El Comal Mexican Restaurant - 12 min drive
- La Tortilla - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kelly P.
26 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing cabin stay
Kelly P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Phil D.
9 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, clean getaway cabin
Phil D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris E.
28 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Chris E.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jan V.
3 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family visit
Jan V.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charles E.
4 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving Getaway
Charles E.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris W.
12 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Get away
Chris W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelly F.
26 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Kelly F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Saundra G.
28 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and Comfortable
Saundra G.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
LALA D.
8 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for Alabama football fgame
LALA D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hope
17 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hope
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott D.
11 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin & Host
Scott D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barry C.
24 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, view and solitude.
Barry C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Allison M.
7 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and great hosts
Allison M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen M.
9 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
Karen M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tammy L.
30 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Tammy L.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris A.
25 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Work getaway
Chris A.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joanna H.
14 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet & peaceful
Joanna H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leanne C.
11 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends Weekend
Leanne C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Yuriko S.
4 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Yuriko S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christy A.
19 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great clean place to stay.
Christy A.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline B.
24 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute!
Jacqueline B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
nancy k.
27 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little getaway
nancy k.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca S.
23 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot!
Rebecca S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wendy F.
3 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Cabin in the Woods!!
Wendy F.
Stayed 57 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Chris and Nancy Carr Please contact us through the platform.
We purchase this cabin at a foreclosure auction. No other bidders showed up! We loved it at first sight although it took quite a bit of time and money to get it in the shape it is now.
We were born in Michigan and attended Rochester High School. We moved to Alabama in 2008 when Chris was transferred here.
We love the Alabama climate!
Nancy retired from the University of Alabama 's IT dept. Chris works as a measuring equipment Sales Engineer.
We have spent a lot of time refurbishing the cabin. We have tried to keep it rustic and add some charm.
We love it. We hope you do too. It feels so great to host guests so they can enjoy the tranquility of the lake and woods like we feel. We respect your privacy and feature a self check-in process.
One of my most favorite things to do is to get up early in the morning, throw pond fish chow off the dock, then sit on the back deck and watch the fish have breakfast with my coffee. We intentionally purchased tall chairs so we could see over the deck railing. The most peaceful morning of my life.
We were born in Michigan and attended Rochester High School. We moved to Alabama in 2008 when Chris was transferred here.
We love the Alabama climate!
Nancy retired from the University of Alabama 's IT dept. Chris works as a measuring equipment Sales Engineer.
We have spent a lot of time refurbishing the cabin. We have tried to keep it rustic and add some charm.
We love it. We hope you do too. It feels so great to host guests so they can enjoy the tranquility of the lake and woods like we feel. We respect your privacy and feature a self check-in process.
One of my most favorite things to do is to get up early in the morning, throw pond fish chow off the dock, then sit on the back deck and watch the fish have breakfast with my coffee. We intentionally purchased tall chairs so we could see over the deck railing. The most peaceful morning of my life.
Why they chose this property
The woods and lake are what attracted us to the cabin. We love the location. We love having coffee on the back deck after throwing pond fish chow out on the water and watching the fish and a few turtles.
Chris loves to fish for catfish, bass, and bluegill off the dock.
While Chris enjoys fishing, Nancy enjoys sitting on the back deck and watching the birds and other wildlife that happens by. The hummingbird feeders in the summer are always entertaining.
It is very quiet outside, and peaceful. We are so glad to share this peace with our guests.
Located only 18 miles from Tuscaloosa (22 miles to the University) , it is a great place to stay for Alabama football games. You can come back after the game and enjoy an evening of fishing or just hanging out at a campfire (when the fire danger is low).
At night, we have white string lights that keep the outdoor decks illuminated. They are on a timer that you can set as you wish.
Chris loves to fish for catfish, bass, and bluegill off the dock.
While Chris enjoys fishing, Nancy enjoys sitting on the back deck and watching the birds and other wildlife that happens by. The hummingbird feeders in the summer are always entertaining.
It is very quiet outside, and peaceful. We are so glad to share this peace with our guests.
Located only 18 miles from Tuscaloosa (22 miles to the University) , it is a great place to stay for Alabama football games. You can come back after the game and enjoy an evening of fishing or just hanging out at a campfire (when the fire danger is low).
At night, we have white string lights that keep the outdoor decks illuminated. They are on a timer that you can set as you wish.
What makes this property unique
The Rustic Fishing Cabin is on a quiet no wake lake. Lots of wildlife. My favorite thing to do at the cabin is to sit on the deck or the front porch It is so peaceful!
So the cabin is perfect for fishing, relaxing, and a quiet retreat after an exciting Alabama football game.
For extra entertainment, the storage bin on the pier has pond fish chow. We throw a coffee can full out on the water and watch the fish swarm in to feed along with a few turtles. Keep that lid closed and locked at night or the raccoons will go inside and get trapped if the lid closes on them!
The cabin has a DVD player and a smart TV. As well as various games and DVDs.
We have installed a fishing bragging board in the cabin.
What is that you may wonder?
Send us your pics of your best catch of the day, and we will add it to the bragging board! If you have a great stadium selfie at an Alabama football game, we will post that too!
We have good luck catching fish with live worms. You can get them at the Citgo gas station about 7 miles north east on highway 216.
So the cabin is perfect for fishing, relaxing, and a quiet retreat after an exciting Alabama football game.
For extra entertainment, the storage bin on the pier has pond fish chow. We throw a coffee can full out on the water and watch the fish swarm in to feed along with a few turtles. Keep that lid closed and locked at night or the raccoons will go inside and get trapped if the lid closes on them!
The cabin has a DVD player and a smart TV. As well as various games and DVDs.
We have installed a fishing bragging board in the cabin.
What is that you may wonder?
Send us your pics of your best catch of the day, and we will add it to the bragging board! If you have a great stadium selfie at an Alabama football game, we will post that too!
We have good luck catching fish with live worms. You can get them at the Citgo gas station about 7 miles north east on highway 216.
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