Opelika/Auburn Big, Beautiful House On Pond, 1/5 Mile From Golf Course
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Opelika/Auburn Big, Beautiful House On Pond is a three-story, smoke-free private home in the Auburn area, set on a backyard pond with fishing available. The layout is described as open-plan, with two back porches oriented toward pond views. It’s positioned for golf and university visits, about 1 mile from the Robert Trent Jones Golf Course and roughly 5 miles from Auburn University.
Layout & Sleeping Arrangements
The home includes three bedrooms upstairs with two full bathrooms, plus a main-floor master bedroom with a king bed and an additional one-and-a-half baths on the main level. Downstairs, a “Man Cave” basement adds extra hangout and sleeping space with a king bed and a set of bunk beds, along with a full bathroom. Upstairs bedding includes two king beds and one full-size bed, offering multiple configurations for groups.
Amenities & Recreation
Guests have access to a full kitchen setup with an oven/stove and microwave, plus a washer for longer stays. Comfort features include air conditioning, heating, and a fireplace, with cable TV and free Wi‑Fi for downtime. Recreation highlights include a basement pool table and a fitness/workout area, while outdoor time centers on the patio/porches overlooking the pond and an upstairs grill.
Parking & Practicalities
Free parking is provided, and the home is pet-friendly, making it workable for road trips and longer family stays. Hosts note they live in the home part time, with personal photos on the walls and personal belongings in drawers, and ask guests to be comfortable with and respectful of a lived-in home. The property maintains a smoke-free policy.
Nearby Dining & Airports
Dining options in the surrounding area include Southern Oak (about 2.3 km away), Hibachi Sushi Grill & Buffet (about 4.9 km), and several additional restaurants within roughly 6–8 km such as The Grille at Botanic, The Breezeway, Zazu Gastropub, LongHorn Steakhouse, Texas Roadhouse, Butcher Paper BBQ, and Sams Southern Eatery. For air travel, Columbus Airport is about 50 km away and Montgomery Regional Airport about 98 km away.
Best for
This home is best for families and groups who want a spacious, activity-friendly base near Auburn University and the Robert Trent Jones Golf Course (about 1 mile away). It also suits travelers who value on-site entertainment and outdoor space, with a basement pool table, fitness area, and pond-view porches plus fishing in the backyard pond.
Travel tips
Plan for driving: the home is convenient to Auburn University (about 5 miles) and nearby restaurants, and it includes free parking. If golf is a priority, the Robert Trent Jones Golf Course is about a mile away, making early tee times easy. Note that the owners live here part time, so expect a lived-in home with personal items present and treat drawers and belongings respectfully.
What guests say
Reviews reflect exceptionally high overall satisfaction, supported by the property’s strong public rating (5/5 from 84 reviews). Guests emphasize the home itself and the surrounding area/town as standout positives, suggesting the setting and location add to the experience. Host interactions are frequently described as notably helpful and understanding when issues arise, contributing to repeat-stay intent. Negative themes are not evident in the available excerpt.
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