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5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Balcony
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Office 1
1 Queen Bed
Twin Bedroom
2 Single Beds
4 bathrooms
Bedroom 1 Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Bedroom 2 Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bedroom 4 Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Hall Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
About this property
5BR - Lakefront Home - 4 King Beds, Private Dock, Kayaks, Canoe, & Fast WiFi
Welcome to YOUR Lakeside Retreat! Just 15 minutes from Florence, our home on Wilson Lake is the perfect, family-friendly getaway. Ideal for golf outings, family reunions, lake weekends, or fishing trips!
→ 4 king beds + water views → Private dock + screened-in porch → Kayaks, canoe & paddle boards → Pontoon boat available for rent → 4 Beautiful golf courses within 30min
The space Lakeside Retreat is a freshly renovated, spacious home nestled on a calm slough of Wilson Lake just off the Tennessee River. Featuring 180-degree waterfront views, 4 king beds, 2 singles, and 4 bathrooms, this spacious retreat sleeps up to 12 guests. Located in a tranquil neighborhood just 20 minutes from downtown Florence, it's perfect for family gatherings or a peaceful getaway.
AT A GLANCE: → 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths (sleeps 12) → 4 king beds + twin beds + queen sleeper → Private dock with kayaks, canoe & paddle boards → Multiple waterfront decks + screened porch → Private suite with separate entrance & kitchenette → 180° lake views from multiple levels → Robert Trent Jones, Turtle Point, Blackberry, and Joe Wheeler golf courses → 2 laundry areas + high-speed WiFi → Perfect for families (high chair + travel crib) → 15 minutes to Florence
Main Floor: → Open-concept living with 55" smart TV → Modern kitchen with new appliances → Island seating for seven → Screened-in porch with lake views
Upper Level: Master suite with ensuite and lake-view deck Two additional king bedrooms Twin bedroom Hall bathroom with walk-in shower Laundry area
Lower Level: King bedroom with queen sleeper sofa Ensuite bathroom Laundry area Covered lakeside patio
Private Suite: Separate entrance King bed with ensuite Kitchenette 55" smart TV Lake views
Outdoor Living: Private dock with shade and swim ladder Kayaks, canoe, and paddle boards Three-seater yard swing Multiple seating areas Adirondack chairs Outdoor dining for eight Screened porch seating for ten
Amenities: Fully equipped kitchen Two laundry areas with supplies High-speed WiFi Two smart TVs Beach towels provided Four adult life jackets High chair and travel crib Parking on property Security cameras (exterior only) Noise monitoring system
Location: Peaceful slough on Wilson Lake 20 minutes to downtown Florence Ultra-safe neighborhood Private dock for boat tie-up (lift reserved for owner) Guest access You will have access to everything except 2 interior locked supply closets, the locked carport closet, and the locked exterior shed.
You may use the dock to tie off your boat, but the lift is reserved for property owner use only.
Other things to note: Eight beach towels are provided for river use. They can be found in a cabinet in the downstairs bedroom.
4 adult life jackets are accessible for guests. Please plan to bring your own if you require more life jackets.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Return any moved items or furniture back to the original location.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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Property # 4150163vb
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadlock
About the area
Killen
Located in Killen, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pickwick Lake and Seven Mile Island Wildlife Management Area, while Children's Museum of the Shoals and Pope's Tavern Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts and Muscle Shoals Sound Studios. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
Blackberry Trail Golf Course - 13 min drive - 17.3 km
Joe Wheeler State Park - 14 min drive - 21.5 km
University of North Alabama - 15 min drive - 17.9 km
Shoals Golf Club - 33 min drive - 37.1 km
Getting around
Muscle Shoals, AL (MSL-Northwest Alabama Regional) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Panera Bread - 10 min drive
Mongolian Grill - 9 min drive
The Rising Crust - 5 min drive
Taco Bell - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 5BR - Lakefront Home - 4 King Beds, Private Dock, Kayaks, Canoe, & Fast WiFi pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 5BR - Lakefront Home - 4 King Beds, Private Dock, Kayaks, Canoe, & Fast WiFi?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 5BR - Lakefront Home - 4 King Beds, Private Dock, Kayaks, Canoe, & Fast WiFi?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 5BR - Lakefront Home - 4 King Beds, Private Dock, Kayaks, Canoe, & Fast WiFi?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 5BR - Lakefront Home - 4 King Beds, Private Dock, Kayaks, Canoe, & Fast WiFi located?
This family-friendly Killen holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Wilson Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Children's Museum of the Shoals and Regency Square Mall. Deibert Park and River Heritage Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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We loved staying here - a perfect place to relax and spend time with family.A well put together space with lots of thoughtful touches.The kitchen is incredibly well stocked and we could cook as if at home, maybe even better than home.The lakeside location is gorgeous and we day tripped to Muscle Shoals and local hiking spots.The host was very communicative and friendly, even recommending somewhere for us to stop off on our drive from Birmingham.Would certainly recommend.
property was amazing!! as shown in the pictures and the private suite was awesome. we had a total of 12 and plenty of room for all of us. we loved sitting out on the porch in the morning while some used the kayak and paddle board.
The house was only 15 minutes away from Florence. I actually brought kitchen items with me because I was afraid I wouldn't have what I needed. However, I was pleasantly surprised. Everything I needed was already there. The host was responsive and answered my questions in a timely fashion. The house is absolutely beautiful and provided the peaceful escape we needed.
We really enjoyed our stay. There was 7 of us, plenty of room for everyone. Close to restaurants and grocery stores. We loved the screen in porch. Will definitely be back.
annual golf outing with 8 old friends. Nice outdoor areas to enjoy the lake and the spring weather. The house was perfect for us although it was a drive to the RTJ golf courses and attractions like downtown Florence. We’d stay here again.
This house is gorgeous. It had everything we needed for our weekend stay. My husband and daughter loved fishing and the views are spectacular. Such a relaxing place.
This house is beautiful - clean- large bedrooms with nice mattress and bedding !Anna- the host - thought of everything to make the VRBO one of the best !
Judy s.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2025
Thank you Judy! I’m so happy that you liked our home and hope to welcome you back again someday!
We had a family wedding. Anna was the best at everything from early arrivals to code issues. The home is amazing only a few minutes from the wedding site. It was truly home away from home.Thank you for everything!!
Great view of Shoal Creek with gentle slope with a couple of steps to the dock.Home was very well equipped-plenty of dishes, cups, silverware, cooking utensils and cookware. Coffee and filters ready to use. Some savory spices were in cabinet. Ice maker and filtered water in fridge/freezer.Towels including beach towels were plentiful. Kayaks, canoe & life preservers were on the dock.Several outdoor seating areas including covered & screened porch.Beds were comfy and sleeping areas were well distributed for privacy.One minor suggestion is for hosts to provide a couple of extra rolls of toilet paper. We stayed 4 nights with 9 adults and some daytime visitors, so we did get low on TP and additional rolls were not in the house.Each bath had plenty of soap at sink and body wash in shower.It was very clean and bathrooms and kitchen were modern.
The house sits in a quite peaceful neighborhood. The house itself is awesome and is centrally located to stores and restaurants. Water toys are a big plus. Anna responded to all my inquiries lightning fast. Hope to stay again in the near future. You can’t go wrong choosing this property.
Pictures don’t do this property justice. House was beautiful and the private entrance part of the home was awesome. We’ve already talked about going back!
Beautiful property with a great dock. Really sleeps 12
This property is exactly as listed, if anything it’s a little bigger than what it seems. Four bedrooms with king beds and another bedroom with a twin bed is a tremendous amount of space and it’s got plenty of outdoor living area to socialize and relax. The dock is super well-maintained and excellent for pulling a boat up to or kayaking and jumping off of to swim.The house were super easy and responsive. We would definitely stay here again.
This place was exactly what we needed. We have stay in Florence, several times. No other VRBO offered no were near what this one did. We will always go back to this house if its available.
Stephen M.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
About the host
Hosted by Anna McKelvey
My husband and I have loved traveling and staying in amazing Airbnbs over the years, so it's really a dream come true to be able to host and manage my own lake-house Airbnb! I grew up swimming, fishing, and boating on the Tennessee River.
Why they chose this property
The river is one of my favorite places and I'm honored to be a small part of others getting to experience its beauty and recreation.
What makes this property unique
What makes Lakeside Retreat truly unique is its thoughtful blend of private spaces and gathering places, all oriented around stunning water views. Unlike typical lake houses, this property offers four king-size beds and a separate suite with its own kitchenette - perfect for multi-generational families or groups seeking both togetherness and privacy. The home's position on a calm slough of Wilson Lake provides a more peaceful setting than properties on the main lake, while still being just 20 minutes from downtown Florence.
The property stands out for its multiple levels of water engagement - from the screened porch and covered patio to the private dock equipped with kayaks and paddle boards. Each floor offers its own distinct water view and outdoor living space, allowing guests to experience the lake from different vantage points throughout the day. Unique amenities like dual laundry areas, multiple outdoor dining spaces, and a 10-person screened porch create a perfect balance of luxury and practicality, making extended family stays comfortable and convenient.
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