Skip to main content

TOTAL RENOVATION: On Main Channel: Bass Fishing & Family Fun: Kayaks, canoe

Photo gallery for TOTAL RENOVATION: On Main Channel: Bass Fishing & Family Fun: Kayaks, canoe

A deck with a table and chairs overlooking a lake, surrounded by trees and a railing.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, a dishwasher, and a fruit bowl on the counter.
A spacious living area with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a dining area with red chairs and a kitchen with white cabinets.
A wooden cabin with a metal roof, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant pink flowers.
A sunlit room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa, two chairs, a table, and a lamp.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
Sleeps 14•5 bedrooms•8 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

View map
Scottsboro, AL
  • Place, Goose Pond Colony Golf Course
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Sauta Cave National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Unclaimed Baggage Center
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Downstairs Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Downstairs Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Downstairs Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Entry Level Bedroom overlooking the river

1 Queen Bed

Entry Level Front Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Downstairs Bathroom

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

Upstairs Bath

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

TOTAL RENOVATION: On Main Channel: Bass Fishing & Family Fun: Kayaks, canoe

REOPENING SPRING 2026! Robinson's Roost is undergoing a total renovation! We hope you will enjoy our new look.

Robinson's Roost is located in northeast Alabama on Guntersville Lake, on the Main Channel of the Tennessee River. It is approximately 1.5-2 miles south of Goosepond Colony Resort by boat, in the North Sauty area, just north of Mink Creek. Goosepond Marina hosts multiple bass fishing tournaments and is available for refueling while boating. Boat rental is available at Lakeshore Watercraft Rental located at 2300 County Park Road, Scottsboro. LSWR is under new management and is offering quality equipment.

Robinson's Roost offers:
1) ~3000/sf with password protected WIFI
2) 5 bedrooms/2 baths
3) Open living area with fully stocked kitchen
4) 65in HDTV and DVD player
5) Dining area with 55in HDTV, 2 tables seating 12-16
6) Large sun porch with 2 sofas and several chairs, 1 pub table and 4 chairs, a 50in HDTV and DVD player
7) 5 Bedrooms with 8 beds, sleeping 14:
Bedroom 1: 1 Queen bed
Bedroom 2: 1 Queen bed
Bedroom 3: 1 King
Bedroom 4: 2 Queen beds
Bedroom 5: 2 Queen beds
Sheets and towels are all 100% cotton and are washed with bleach.
8) Large TRAEGER PELLET GRILL (bring your wood pellets, available at Home Depot) plus a small park-style CHARCOAL grill

Boathouse:
1) 1 Boat slip
2) 1 Adult kayak
3) 1 Adult canoe
4) 3 Youth kayaks
5) Floats
6) Folding chairs
7) Garage doors that can be raised to open up the dock area
8) Electric outlets for recharging

Dock:
1) Ladders into the water
2) Two roof extensions providing shade
3) Wooden swing
4) Stationary seating
5) Room to dock boats

Nearest Public Boat Launch:
Mink Creek Boat Launch has recently been renovated and is ready for use. To find other nearby launch sites visit www.outdooralabama.com/freshwater-boating-access

Parking at Robinson’s Roost:
There is parking for up to 5 trucks with trailers with NO street parking available. Ask for specifics when requesting your reservation.

Nearby Boat Rental:
Lakeshore Watercraft Rentals and Store (256) 609-2847 https://www.facebook.com/lakeshorewatercraft/

The water level is controlled by TVA (Tennessee Valley Authority) but generally fluctuates between 6-7 feet deep at the end of the pier.

Guntersville Lake is known for freshwater sports fishing, especially largemouth bass. Kids from 3-103 enjoy fishing from the dock and are often quite successful. Any given day's catch might include largemouth bass, bream, catfish, crappie or even alligator gar!

Come! Explore Alabama, the beautiful!

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

PRIVATE cove - watch the Eagles that live on the uninhabited island (photo 2/25)
Lake Guntersville - waterfront, boat parking & Eagle watching- sleeps 22
Scottsboro
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (175 reviews)
Lake Guntersville - waterfront, boat parking & Eagle watching- sleeps 22

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Two high chairs are available upon request.
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please, no smoking.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 502999vb
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

Scottsboro

Located in Scottsboro, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Sauta Cave National Wildlife Refuge and Cathedral Caverns State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Scottsboro Boys Museum and Cultural Center and Guntersville Museum and Cultural Center. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
View more Holiday homes in ScottsboroOpens in a new window
Map
Scottsboro, AL

What's nearby

  • Goose Pond Colony Golf Course - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Sauta Cave National Wildlife Refuge - 12 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Burns Reservation - 12 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Scottsboro Boys Museum and Cultural Center - 18 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Unclaimed Baggage Center - 19 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

  • Huntsville International Airport (HSV) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Docks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Captain D's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Alabaster Coffee Company - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is TOTAL RENOVATION: On Main Channel: Bass Fishing & Family Fun: Kayaks, canoe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at TOTAL RENOVATION: On Main Channel: Bass Fishing & Family Fun: Kayaks, canoe?

As of 24 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at TOTAL RENOVATION: On Main Channel: Bass Fishing & Family Fun: Kayaks, canoe on 1 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,284, 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 TOTAL RENOVATION: On Main Channel: Bass Fishing & Family Fun: Kayaks, canoe?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at TOTAL RENOVATION: On Main Channel: Bass Fishing & Family Fun: Kayaks, canoe?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at TOTAL RENOVATION: On Main Channel: Bass Fishing & Family Fun: Kayaks, canoe?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is TOTAL RENOVATION: On Main Channel: Bass Fishing & Family Fun: Kayaks, canoe located?

This family-friendly Scottsboro holiday home is located on the waterfront, steps from Guntersville Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sauta Cave National Wildlife Refuge and Goose Pond Colony Golf Course. Scottsboro Boys Museum and Cultural Center and Unclaimed Baggage Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Carolyn Robinson

Host profile image
Things I love:
I love being a mom and grandmom. I enjoy reading as long as it isn't too dry or too gory and I like to learn along the way. Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett introduced me to historic aspects of European architecture, entertaining all the while, whereas Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn (1918-1956) made me think: “Bless you prison, bless you for being in my life. For there, lying upon the rotting prison straw, I came to realize that the object of life is not prosperity as we are made to believe, but the maturity of the human soul.” The Gulag Archipelago

I love sharing my home with others. My parents built Robinson's Roost in 1976, quickly establishing an "open door policy" with family and friends. Robinson's Roost became a safe haven from the throes of life, a place to rest, recover, recuperate. I get great satisfaction when guests comment on the sense of peace and restoration they experience during a visit to The Roost.

Things I've done:
I've had the opportunity to travel a bit, witnessing citizens in other countries who survive under seemingly impossible circumstances, as we in the US are letting slip away the very blessings, hopes and dreams for which the rest of the world longs. Each country and each people group has its strengths and frailties. A choice to embrace differences in one another makes life for us all easier, exemplifying "Do unto others as you would have others do unto you."

My professional life had several iterations but all revolved around face to face contact with others. I have worked in the healthcare field, sales, the financial and software industries. Surprisingly, I am finding that this phase of my life is the most personally satisfying!

There are few things I can't live without, although I admit I do like creature comforts. Four things I prefer having in my life include easy access to fresh potable water, kind words, supportive family and friends of integrity, and the Good Book.

Oh--and I love to laugh.

Why they chose this property

Robinson's Roost was built in 1976 by my dad, who, from his youth spent his leisure hours fishing the Tennessee River (according to my grandmother, he fished during non-leisure hours too :). His love of fishing brought him and Mother back to the river, now Guntersville Lake, to build Robinson's Roost and to retire to the river.

Our family spent many lazy summer days playing in the water and sun. We began swimming after breakfast, ate a lazy lunch on the dock, then swam and played until suppertime! Daddy was always ready to pilot the boat to take us waterskiing and he ensured that we had a good go of it throughout the day. He reveled in our abilities as future Cypress Garden stars (hmm, none of us achieved THAT goal!).

Mother and Daddy established an open door policy, providing a safe haven for friends and family to visit, with an open invitation to stay as long as possible. All who turned up on their doorstep were welcomed guests. In fact, one Christmas holiday Mother and Daddy entertained 20 people as overnight guests for over a week! We had a grand time and still reminisce over the events of that week. My parents truly believed, 'The more, the merrier!'

The wonder and fascination of the river continues here at Robinson's Roost.

Come. Make memories here!

What makes this property unique

Robinson's Roost is located on a winding road through a wooded area, perfect for taking your morning walk (approximately one mile to the large stone entrance). You just might spy some of our four-footed residents such as white-tail deer, raccoons, rabbits and maybe a fox or two. Stay alert! At night an albino skunk family may be found wandering around the neighborhood!

If you are a bird watcher, keep your peepers open. Perhaps you'll spy our national bird, the bald eagle, or perhaps a bluebird, wren, pileated woodpecker (of Woody Woodpecker fame--huge!), tufted titmouse, chickadee, hummingbird, downy woodpecker, red-headed woodpecker, yellowhammer (woodpecker that is the Alabama state bird) or another specimen altogether. During the summer, look to the sky and keep your ears sharp. Maybe you'll hear an osprey whistling high above the river long before you see him. The ospreys nest in the trees surrounding Robinson's Roost. Around July 25 the adults circle overhead, calling to their nestlings, coaxing them to join them in the sky. It is an exciting day when the osprey fledglings take flight!

For the fishermen, Robinson's Roost is conveniently located near GoosePond Colony & Marina, the location of multiple fishing tournaments annually.

Day trips abound: Cathedral Caverns, Little River Canyon, Desoto State Park, Guntersville State Park, the Walls of Jericho, Bucks Pocket... the opportunities for outdoor adventures are never far from Robinson's Roost!

Languages:

English
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback