This vacation home is located 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Lay Lake and 11.5 mi (18.6 km) from Beeswax Creek Park. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
Ozan Winery and Cellars - 48 min drive - 22.5 miles
Majestic Caverns - 60 min drive - 36.7 miles
Restaurants
V J's Restaurant - 20 min drive
Oak Island Farm - 29 min drive
The Barefoot Grill - 75 min drive
Wolves Den - 67 min drive
The Hog - 67 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Perch Alabama
Luxury lake house on tranquil Lay Lake available for year-round vacation rental. Enjoy swimming, kayaking, fishing, boating, and relaxing with friends and family on 2+ acres of secluded lake front property and more than 500 feet of pristine, private waterfront. **POOL OPENING APRIL 2025!**
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 6 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
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
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Shelby, close to Beeswax Creek Park.
Is parking available on site at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.
Is The Perch Alabama a good place to stay for couples?
There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a private pool and a fireplace as well as an outdoor pool.
Does The Perch Alabama have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
Are there rooms with balconies at The Perch Alabama?
Yes, every accommodation at The Perch Alabama comes with a balcony.
The Perch Alabama Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Nate H.
Apr 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Property - perfect weekend getaway
The house is fully equipped with everything you’d need for a lake weekend. The hosts were very responsive and made our entire stay enjoyable. Highly recommend The Perch for a relaxing weekend on the lake.
Nate H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
michael r.
Apr 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
michael r.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tamieka B.
Jan 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Sibling Christmas
This was our second time staying here this year. We will be back again. 5 star rating
Tamieka B.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
LaDia B., New York
Oct 22, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding
The house and property is beautiful. There’s everything there you need and more. Everyone had a great time, slept well, relaxed, and was so impressed with the house. Thank you!!
LaDia B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Elaine L D.
Oct 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend with family
Beautiful home situated at a great scenic location on Lay Lake. It turns out the lake was down three feet so we couldn’t kayak or have a friend take us a pontoon ride as planned. The house was very clean. Lots of things for the kids to do. Big screen tv downstairs. It was nice having two kitchens. Nice relaxing weekend.
Elaine L D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Terry B.
Jun 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
SIMPLY AMAZING !!!!!!!!!!
Our family goes on vacation 2 times a year. We always had to settle for what we could find thateveryone would be happy. We booked this house because the reviews was wonderful. But what sold us is that your not sitting right on top of anybody else. Privacy is very important to us. This is our family time together not being together with some other family. You can bring a boat as it has a dock and coves on the side. The pool is wonderfully equipped and clean. This house is immaculate clean which i loved. When you walk in this house it is like walking into a magazine. Every room was designed for comfort . Kitchens to die for . You have 2 very well equipped kitchens up and down stairs. Im so use to having to bring stuff from our house to a rental because you always need stuff rentals dont usually have. All i can say is you can leave your stuff at home on this trip. The staff is wonderful.... very responsive to questions. This home is our new rental place we will be seeing yall in October. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home....
Terry B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tamieka B.
Jun 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
A little “PEACE” of paradise
Really enjoyed our stay. It was the peace that I and my family needed. It’s close enough to the things that you need but far enough that you feel like you’re in a resort. It’s clean, we felt safe and it felt like home. Will definitely stay here again