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Emma's View On Lay Lake<br>SUMMERTIME ON LAY LAKE IS THE BEST!!☀️

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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This lakefront property offers a serene retreat with one of the best views on the lake. Unwind at the water's edge, enjoy making s'mores, and take advantage of your own boat launch and parking pad.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • 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.

Emma's View On Lay Lake<br>SUMMERTIME ON LAY LAKE IS THE BEST!!☀️

Lakefront property with one of the best views on the lake!! This is a 2 bedroom, 1 bath with a large open floor plan. You will have your own boat launch and parking pad. Also, you can enjoy sitting at the waters edge while making s'mores!!

Security cameras around perimeter of property. No sound. Security cameras are very visible.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 22

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Angie xxx-xxx-xxxx

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: No exceptions

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Property is also known as

Emma's View On Lay Lake Shelby
Emma's View On Lay Lake Private vacation home
Emma's View On Lay Lake Private vacation home Shelby

About the area

Located in Shelby, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Shelby County Historic Museum and Museum of George Washington are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ozan Winery and Cellars and Timberline Golf Course. Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum and Flagg Mountain Cabins and Pinhoti Trail are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Shelby travel guide
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Shelby, AL

What's nearby

  • Small dock jutting into calm lake with hills and clouds in distance
    Lay Lake
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Woman jogging on street in city, Birmingham, Alabama, USA
    The Summit
    57 min drive - 83.4 km
  • Riverchase Galleria
    53 min drive - 76.8 km
  • Hoover Metropolitan Complex
    56 min drive - 67.2 km
  • Grandview Medical Center
    59 min drive - 84.5 km

Restaurants

  • V J's Restaurant
    5 min drive
  • Shelby Sandwich Shop
    15 min drive
  • Kim's Kakes
    9 min drive
  • Vj's Restaurant and Bar
    5 min drive
  • Pecel lele cah Slemania
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Emma's View On Lay Lake<br>SUMMERTIME ON LAY LAKE IS THE BEST!!☀️ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Emma's View On Lay Lake<br>SUMMERTIME ON LAY LAKE IS THE BEST!!☀️?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Emma's View On Lay Lake<br>SUMMERTIME ON LAY LAKE IS THE BEST!!☀️?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Emma's View On Lay Lake<br>SUMMERTIME ON LAY LAKE IS THE BEST!!☀️?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Emma's View On Lay Lake<br>SUMMERTIME ON LAY LAKE IS THE BEST!!☀️ located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lay Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Beeswax Creek Park and Shelby County Historic Museum. Columbiana City Park and Museum of George Washington are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Emma's View On Lay Lake<br>SUMMERTIME ON LAY LAKE IS THE BEST!!☀️ Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cherie S.

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

Awesome place

Very clean, all of the cookware that I needed to cook Thanksgiving dinner was there, love the fire pit with the smores, very quiet and peaceful, will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

chad b.

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

Fishing gettaway

Beautiful home with amazing views of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

Great Getaway Weekend!

The house was cute and clean! Beautiful lake view and it was great to have kayaks to tool around the lake on.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige H.

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

Always a great time

I've stayed at Emma's View multiple times now and it never disappoints. Beautiful cabin. Very well appointed. Beautiful views of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

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

Beautiful views

This home was perfect for a quiet getaway. The home is beautifully decorated and the back deck was perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

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

Relaxing Staycation

Host was great! We loved staying at Emma’s View. We will recommend friends to stay here. Very clean and fresh. The back porch and patio were are favorite spots. We had a relaxing lake staycation.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige H.

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

Always Great!

This was my fourth stay and it's always great! This house is precious and perfectly appointed. We had a wonderful and relaxing girl's weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenda H.

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

Guests from Chicago

Great place for relaxing. Location was great! Beds were comfortable & everything was easily accessible. Beautiful property. There was only one bathroom, which was a little inconvenient, but we managed
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige H.

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

Always A+++

I have stayed at Emma's View multiple times now, and look forward to each visit. It's a perfect weekend getaway. The view is beautiful and the house is just perfect. It is very well appointed and has everything you need for a cozy, comfortable stay. Angie is a great host and has made this home a perfect place to relax and getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

vernon M.

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

Fantastic view!!

The property was very clean and if you want to be on the water, you couldn’t pick a better spot!! The water views and landscape across the lake are spectacular. We lived on the deck with its comfy furniture! Could not have picked a better spot to relax and we’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Savannah W.

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

Fisherman and wife

The house was just like the photos online. So clean and cozy, right on the water. Not much parking space, but we made it work. We will definitely be staying there in the future. Great place for fisherman and wife. 😁
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn L.

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

Very Nice and Clean

The property is very nice, has a great dock on a beautiful lake. This place was the perfect spot for a Talladega stay, a little bit of a drive, but not terribly far from the track , but far enough to be peaceful. The owner takes pride in the property and it shows. I will definitely rent this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey G.

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

Christmas

My daughter and I stayed here to host a family Christmas gathering. This house was perfect and had everything I needed to cook the meal. The host was so easy to work with. We will be back…to relax, next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rita W.

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

Excellent

Great experience. I was in the area for a conference and my husband brought the boat so he could fish. Our daughter was also able to come for a day/night. The house is just like the photos, clean and comfortable with a beautiful view. Area was peaceful and quite. Angie was a great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

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

Beautiful Lake House!

This house is absolutely beautiful! Stunning lake view! Very relaxing get away. The house was equipped with everything we needed from cooking supplies to towels. They really thought of everything for travelers. Beds were VERY comfortable. Plenty of room for 4 adults. Highly recommend! 5 star accommodations!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darrell A.

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

The Best place to stay on Lay Lake

This is the 2nd time staying at this place. We come to relax and fish. There is a boat launch on the property. The home has everything on one level. There is no stairs to climb. The home is very clean and well appointed. My 82 year young mom came with us this trip and she fell in love with home like we are ready done. Beautiful views off of wraparound porch. The sun rises in front giving gorgeous sunrises. You have long views up and down Lay Lake from the porch and have furniture on the porch to sit in. The owner is quick to get back to you with any questions you might have.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell A.

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

Great home

We just loved staying at your home. Beautiful views from the wrap around porch. The sunrise comes up in front of the home. Area was peaceful and quiet. All the bedrooms, shower, kitchen and living room was on the same floor. This helps if you are physically challenged. Bring fire starter to light charcoal grill and wood burning fire pit. Owners were quick to answer any phone calls and guide you through any questions you might have. Cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary W., Middleburg FL

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

Little Mishaps & Great Service

We stayed at this house right after Christmas. It was a lovely home and a great location. We had a couple of things that happened. One was the door code wasn’t working at first when we arrived and another had to do with a circuit breaker for the oven. Without going into too much detail, I can share that the host was probably the most responsive host I have ever dealt with. They called, texted, and were very pleasant and kind to deal with. The location is about 30 minutes from Walmart and restaurants (in Calera). Nothing delivers to the house, so if you plan on arriving and NOT going back out for food, you’ll want to be sure to pick something up on the way in. We visited Majestic Falls (aka: Desoto Falls) and the old Shelby Iron Works (if you love old buildings and history this is a nice stop that doesn’t take a lot of time). The town of Colombiana looked like a great little town to poke around in. But since it was after the holiday everything was closed. The house itself was comfortable and had nearly everything we needed. If you’re not a dog person, be aware that the tiny “neighborhood” lets a few of their dogs roam. They may bark, but they’re friendly. We’d stay here again. I imagine the lake is VERY active during the summer months, so that would be a great time to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony L.

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

Cozy with a beautiful view

The place was just as described in the listing. Very comfortable and a wonderful view of Lay Lake
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect getaway! I have stayed at Emma's View many times now, and will continue going back. It's a great place. Very comfortable and you will have everything you need! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin W.

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

Awesome place

One of the best, most up to date places we have stayed in.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian T.

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

Perfect Getaway

Property, view, and hospitality were all 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff F.

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

Nice get away

Great property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

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

B.A.S.S. High School Open Tournament

This was a wonderful stay. Very clean and comfortable, great view and easy access to the lake. Property is very well maintained. Will definitely stay again when we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige H.

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

Wonderful weekend!

This is such a nice and peaceful cabin on the Lake. Definitely on our return list of places to go and get away for a couple of days.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022