Lake Retreat, Great Views Location, Boat Parking, Sleeps 9, 3 Full Baths, RTJ
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Lake Retreat is a recently renovated, smoke-free waterfront vacation home in East Florence, set on a private 1-acre lot with expansive lake views from most rooms. The property has 292 feet of water frontage and is designed for relaxed lake days—fishing, boating, or simply enjoying the scenery. Public feedback is strong, with a 5/5 rating based on 7 reviews.
Space & Sleeping Setup
The home sleeps up to 9 with three bedrooms plus living-room pullouts, and it includes 3 full bathrooms. Bedroom 1 has a king bed with a full bath, Bedroom 2 has a king bed with a full bath, and Bedroom 3 has twin beds with a full bath in the hall. In the living room there is a queen pullout sofa and a twin pullout chair, supporting larger families or groups.
Outdoor Living & Lake Access
A large screened porch functions as an outdoor living room, with a dining table for six plus a TV seating area for watching games. The setting is geared to being outside, with hammocks, kayaks, a large fire pit, and an outdoor grill. For boaters, the dock offers year-round deep water and a covered two-slip setup for docking.
Parking, Boats & Arrivals
The property is equipped for multiple vehicles and trailers, with covered parking and a turnaround drive designed to make boat-trailer maneuvering easier. A nearby waterfront marina and boat launch on Maury Lane (with gas) is about 3 miles by land or roughly 1/2 mile by water. For air travel, Northwest Alabama Regional Airport is about 13.7 km away, while Huntsville International Airport is about 77.4 km away.
What’s Nearby
You’re positioned for quick access to Florence-area dining, including Jack’s Family Restaurant (~2.2 km), Bezzito Mexican & Sushi Restaurant (~3.2 km), and Bite Zone (~4.4 km), with additional options such as Swampers Bar & Grille (~8.1 km) and TacoSpot (~9.4 km). Notable local draws in the broader area include Downtown Florence (7 miles), the University of North Alabama (6 miles), McFarland Park (8 miles), Muscle Shoals Sound Studios, and attractions such as the Children’s Museum of the Shoals. Golf access is a highlight, with Turtle Point Golf (2 miles), Blackberry Golf (4 miles), and the RTJ Golf Trail (17 miles) noted as nearby options.
Best for
This lake house is best for families and friend groups who want a true waterfront stay with big views and space for a larger party (sleeps 9, with 3 full baths). It’s also a strong fit for boaters thanks to deep-water, covered two-slip docking and practical boat-trailer logistics (covered parking plus a turnaround drive). Golf-focused trips are well-supported, with Turtle Point Golf just 2 miles away and the RTJ Golf Trail listed at 17 miles.
Travel tips
If you’re bringing a boat, plan on using the Maury Lane boat launch/marina for access and fuel; it’s listed at about 3 miles by land and 1/2 mile by water. For flights, Northwest Alabama Regional Airport is the closer option (~13.7 km) compared with Huntsville International (~77.4 km). Dining is spread around Florence/Muscle Shoals—keep a car handy for quick meals at nearby spots like Jack’s Family Restaurant (~2.2 km) and Bezzito Mexican & Sushi (~3.2 km).
What guests say
Reviews highlight a consistently positive overall stay, with guests emphasizing the beautiful lake views as a standout feature. The home is described as very nice and well-equipped, with travelers noting that it had what they needed for a comfortable visit. Feedback also suggests strong repeat-stay appeal, indicating the property meets expectations for a relaxing lake getaway. No recurring negative themes are present in the limited review excerpts provided.
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