Welcome to Lakeside Escape! If you are looking for relaxation, quality time with family or a perfect fishing location this is the place! Lakeside Escape is located by the Wheeler reservoir also known as Elk River.
This 3 story home with 6 beds, is located less than an hour's drive from Madison/Huntsville and surrounding areas. Get ready to enjoy the fresh country air!
Fully stocked with all the amenities you need, WiFi, fully equipped kitchen, board games and picturesque lake views. The space Welcome to Lakeside Escape! If you are looking for romance, relaxation, quality time with family, or a peaceful fishing location, Lakeside Escape is the perfect place! Lakeside Escape is located by the Wheeler Lake reservoir also known as Elk River. The lovely drive to the property is a dead end so no unnecessary traffic, except for the deer sightings!!
Lakeside Escape is a 2,700 sq ft. three (3) story lakeside home where you can escape from the city. Located less than an hour's drive from Madison/Huntsville and surrounding areas you will feel as if you are far, far away. Get ready to enjoy the fresh country air!
Fully stocked with all the amenities you need. Lakeside Escape has plenty of space featuring a total of four (4) bedrooms. Two (2) bedrooms in the private access apartment on the bottom level feature queen beds with each room having an in-room ¼ bath and a shared full bath. The main floor features a spacious primary bedroom with (1) king bed and private bath as well as access to the wrap-around deck with lake views and a (1) bedroom with a queen bed with access to a full bath. The third floor loft features two (2) additional queen beds and a quaint sitting area. The home comfortably sleeps 12 adults.
During your stay you can cook a meal in the fully-equipped kitchen, bring out a number of board games, giant Jenga, or corn hole we provide for day or night family fun. Lakeside Escape features a large wrap-around deck providing plenty of room to enjoy picturesque lake views.
Just steps from the front door walk to the community boat launch and picnic area. Bring your toys and enjoy water access for kayaks, paddle boards, canoes, and fishing. Bring your boat as Lakeside Escape comes complete with covered boat parking. A yoga mat, bicycle or a favorite book come in handy as well as binoculars for some amazing bird watching along the waterfront. Don’t forget the barbecue on the patio!
Lakeside Escape is ready for you and your family for an enjoyable and memorable vacation. We hope you make Lakeside Escape your second favorite home! Guest access There is plenty of space for parking. We offer additional boat parking with a separate driveway specifically for parking your boats. There is one covered boat parking area at the top of the property. If more than one boat, we allow you to use the boat driveway to park on the grass near the existing covered boat area at top of property. Please do not block the boat driveway.
For those with physical disabilities, we have a side entrance you can drive your can to on the side of the property to access the house. That entry has just a few steps and you enter the main portion of the house. Other things to note Lakeside Escape has a special book that contains information about the surrounding area. Details include where to shop for gas, additional boat launch, supplies, even a cafe perfect for those picnic and boat outings.
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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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Athens
Located in Athens, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Crutcher Shopping Center and Athens Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Elk River Lodge State Park and Joe Wheeler State Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
Elk River Lodge State Park - 30 min drive - 32.8 km
Wilson Lake - 38 min drive - 41.6 km
Getting around
Huntsville International Airport (HSV) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
Lucy's Branch Marina - 35 min drive
72 Roadhouse - 27 min drive
Geezburger - 29 min drive
New Cut Minimart - 21 min drive
Bay Hill Grill - 35 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Gorgeous Lake Home at Wheeler Reservoir Athens AL pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Gorgeous Lake Home at Wheeler Reservoir Athens AL?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gorgeous Lake Home at Wheeler Reservoir Athens AL on 3 Aug 2026 start from AU$268, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Gorgeous Lake Home at Wheeler Reservoir Athens AL?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gorgeous Lake Home at Wheeler Reservoir Athens AL?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gorgeous Lake Home at Wheeler Reservoir Athens AL?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Gorgeous Lake Home at Wheeler Reservoir Athens AL located?
Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Wheeler Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Elk River Lodge State Park and Rogersville Park. Graceland Park and Heritage Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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Great location and excellent house and host. Plenty of room - very responsive host to all my emails. Would definitely stay again. Friendly neighbors all around too.
Excellent place to stay. The hostess was easy to work with and fast to respond to messages. Would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay around Athens Alabama.
The host was super nice and accommodating. There was a cooling issue with the refrigerator on Thanksgiving morning. The host quickly handled the issue and brought us another refrigerator to the home. Also, the home was spacious and I loved that location was so peaceful.
This home was perfect for our family! Lots of beds and bathrooms, super clean, well-stocked kitchen, quiet neighborhood. It's very secluded and about 45 minutes from Huntsville, but worth the drive!
You can check all the boxes with this one! We really enjoyed our stay. The home was very clean and had everything we were looking for. The host was super nice and very accommodating. Would definitely recommend!
This house is located in a beautiful area with views of the lake. Perfect house for our family. Very easy check in and check out process. The home had everything we needed. Owner was a great host! Definitely would stay there again.
My friends and I picked this location as a middle ground to meet up with everyone that has moved away. We used this weekend to play a lot of dungeons and dragons in person. The dining table is the perfect table for board games.
The house was perfect for the family to celebrate my Dads 80th Birthday. We has a separate area for the kids downstairs and everything we needed was provided. We Gadd a wonderful view of Elk River. The wrap around porch allowed shat for my parents to view the rest of the family playing in the huge yard. The most comfortable beds. My Mom is very picky and she loved the beds. We had a great time! Can’t wait to do it again.
Easy to find. Nice quiet neighborhood. Not much traffic so great for taking a walk/run. View of lake is beautiful. Enjoyed sitting on porch with lake view. House was perfect. The kitchen had most everything you would need. Even extra paper towels, dishwasher pods and trash bags. Bathroom also had extras. Bar soap, hand soap. Had a group of 5, plenty of towels. Oh and thanks for having laundry detergent/dryer sheets. Also there was Charcoal and lighter fluid for grill. Beds were comfy. Once the house cooled down from 80 degrees we were able to keep it cool! Check out was at 11. That gave us time for one more breakfast together. Would definitely stay here again. Host was so quick to respond. Thank you, we enjoyed our stay
I rented this house with my friends on a fishing trip. Our wives and kids decided to come alone.. The house was more than we could ever ask for ever asked for it was very clean With plenty of room. Dawn was easy to communicate with. We really enjoy ourselves and will definitely rent this house again if we return to Wheeler lake.