{Sweet Home Oakachoy} lake-front on Lake Martin ~ new listing!!!

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14297 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Alexander City, AL

Lake Martin1 min walk
Alexander City, AL (ALX-Thomas C. Russell Field)26 min drive
Wind Creek State Park32 min drive
Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Wetumpka46 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bunk room

+1

2 Double Beds and 3 Single Beds

King Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Twin Bedroom (Courtyard)

2 Single Beds

Twin Bedroom (lake side)

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Shared Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Shared Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

On what was once Oakachoy Creek (now flooded and part of Lake Martin), this newly renovated lake house is located on one of the most amazing level peninsula lots on the lake! This one-acre property offers access to your own private boat ramp, swim/sun dock, boat dock, a large screened porch for fun or relaxation, and a sweet spot to watch the "fun" go down around an artisan fire pit. The comfortably decorated interior has 4 bedrooms on the main level and 3 baths, and the basement level features a main room for sleeping and a separate bedroom. This lake house can sleep 14 people comfortably. Did we mention the serene 270-degree views of the "Narrows" on Lake Martin? On clear nights, sit out by the fire waterside, decompress and star gaze.

The main living area within the house was one of many original "Russell Cabins" that were built all around the lake. Over the years the previous home owner had two additions built on the cabin for their family and we just completed what we think will be the last addition: a transformative and thoughtful make-over to this home in 2023. One of the best upgrades was a large screened-in porch on the lake-side of the home with a comfortable spot for lounging/snoozing, a round table for snacking, game play or perhaps a laptop. There is a large TV and a shuffleboard table that doubles as a large group dining table. Perhaps it is best enjoyed with a cup of coffee and a book on an early morning.

In addition to the main house that sleeps 14, you'll have access to an outdoor kitchen dubbed "The Fish Shack" just off the outdoor courtyard that we think your lake group will enjoy. (Sorry, no public access to deep fryer for insurance reasons.) Some might find it reminiscent to a college dive bar? Either way, it's been a crowd pleaser for off-the-lake hours. We are a family that likes to cook(and eat) and our intention is that anything you want to cook at the lake, we want to have the tools here for you to do so.

Bring your trailered boat or your other water toys; there is plenty of room for parking and storage. No boat? No problem. Several rental opportunities exist with advanced reservations at nearby marinas.

Do you run, walk or bike? We have miles and miles of challenging, quiet back-country roads for your enjoyment and solitude.

If you have questions, please ask! We want your stay at our lake house to be so comfortable and memorable that you become one of our families that comes back every year, so let us know how we can make it better for you! We already have some exciting upgrades planned for the future and our family can't wait to share them with you and your family.

Property manager

John Root

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Lake and dock - right off the back patio

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

No lifeguard on duty. Use is at your own risk.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Pet Deposit required, no cats please.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

During May, June and July, minimum stay is 5 nights.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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

About the area

Alexander City

Located in Alexander City, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Wellborn MuscleCar Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Martin and Wind Creek State Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Alexander City, AL

What's nearby

Lake Martin - 1 min walk
Wind Creek State Park - 32 min drive
Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Wetumpka - 46 min drive
D.A.R.E. Power Park - 48 min drive
Blue Creek - 65 min drive

Restaurants

The Landing At Parker Creek - 35 min drive
Kowaliga Restaurant - 43 min drive
Springhouse Restaurant - 40 min drive
Creem At The Creek - 32 min drive
Springhouse Restaurant - 38 min drive

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

B H.

7 July 2023

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

Can I Do It All Again - Perfect - 10 days of perfection and relaxation - and drinks -lots of drinks

I must say I hate to be honest - because if I am - the place will always be booked and I'll never get to stay here again :) This was far and away the best VRBO that I have ever stayed in. John and Sara have done a wonderful job of making sure you have absolutely everything you need to feel like home - and in surplus - everything was where you would expect it to be - everything was taken care of and we felt comfortable using it - didn't feel like we needed to wash anything - truly felt like I had just come home. Everything looks just like the pictures - tucked out of the way so not too busy - but close to some good boat up bars, restaurants, marina's, gas etc. We stayed for 10 days - and never longed for something to do - Jenga, Cornhole, shuffle board, darts, ping pong, fishing (couple bass & a couple catfish) Of the ten days we spent 7 on the water - backed our 24' Tritoon right down the ramp and just left the truck and trailer sit right there on the drive - super convenient - great u-shaped dock to tie the boat off at night and it was protected from wakes and waves - great swim dock - hit that water every single day from the dock and dried off in the shade of the umbrella mounted to the dock. Coffee in the morning on the screened in porch was amazing - It was a special time for our family - much needed down time and together time - such a beautiful setting. I usually am itching for my own bed/shower/kitchen after a week - I can honestly say I didn't want to leave. 110%

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

28 June 2023

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

Private location

Mr. Root could not have made us feel more at home. They really did try to think of everyone and everything when setting up this property. Fishing, boating, swimming and fires by the lake are just a couple of the many things we enjoyed during our stay. Will stay again and would recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by John Root

We are so excited to welcome you to our lake home, "Sweet Home Oakachoy". This is our second rental home and we love getting to share our home with others who are new to the area or lake Martin veterans. Our other rental property is in Nashville where we are raising our family and near downtown so it’s a totally different guest experience! Why Lake Martin you ask? John is originally from Huntsville and being an Auburn Graduate, we love the location and setting. Sara, originally from Ohio, fell in love with Alabama when she moved here in 1998 after meeting John. With a daughter in school at UAB, and football in the fall, it only made sense to us to buy a house on Lake Martin!

Why they chose this property

When we found this home, we fell in love with the flat property and expansive lake front peninsula! We love the fact that it was an old Russel Cabin that had been added onto a few times by the previous owner. When we purchased the house in March of 2022, we wanted to add a proper entry and primary bedroom and bathroom, an additional guest bathroom, as well as extending the covered outdoor porch and added more structural supports to keep the fun going for years! The Fish Shack was a former His/Hers shed that needed a new vibe! John loves to brew beer and the sweet little shack became an extra kitchen/bar of sorts with a refrigerator cabinet, a freezer, a large sink and a gas-powered stainless-steel cooktop, TV and dart board, and a beautiful Black Walnut bar top.

What makes this property unique

We are family friendly! We are pet friendly! The 1+ acre property features: • updated, clean and comfortable home • outdoor kitchen/dive bar inside the Fish Shack • huge covered/screened in porch with a TV, seating area, round table • shuffleboard table that doubles as a huge dining table • large indoor dining table, seating for12 people • automatic commercial ice maker and freezer (in Fish Shack) • outdoor ping pong table • plenty of parking with a private boat ramp • floating swim dock with 4 loungers • separate boat dock • outdoor fire pit with 8 comfortable chairs & 5 camp chairs • hammock that is mostly in the shade * Beautiful lakefront view! We have ample space for parking and there is plenty of boat trailer parking on the right side of the yard. Please no parking or driving on the lake lawn. {No access to the detached garage for guests.} ***All of the beds feature new "Cocoon by Sealy" Memory foam mattresses (with protective insect/allergy coverings). We LOVE them, and we think you will too!*** There is a small pantry behind the refrigerator with some sugar, flour and brown sugar should you need it. In the dining room there is a closet with a toaster, waffle maker, ninja blender/smoothie maker, crock pot, rice cooker/steamer, ice cream maker, extra coffee maker, and electric skillet as well as a broom, mop, bucket and Dyson vacuum cleaner. The other closet in the dining room has extra towels and 14 lake/water towels for your use. The entryway has a coffee bar with a Cuisinart combo coffee pot and k-cup, and a Cuisinart espresso machine with a small supply of coffee and pods. There are 2 sets of washer/dryers for your use. All bedrooms include a charging station for phones. There are 2 folding towel racks for holding/drying wet things. Outside we have several options for grilling—a Primo and a propane grill. Please bring your own charcoal/wood chips and/or propane tank. Please DO NOT use lighter fluid. There is a starter under the Primo.