Escape to The Lighthouse at Selah Manor, a Shelby getaway on The Coosa River with 520 feet of beach access. Enjoy the expansive wall of windows, natural light, and exposed wood beams in this open layout home or relax by the lakefront deck with an outdoor kitchen and charcoal grill.
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3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12325 sq m
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Kitchen
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Lay Lake Access & Views: Expansive Shelby Home!
Dog Friendly w/ Fee | 3,500 Sq Ft | 2-Slip Boat Dock | Private 1.5 Acres Gated Peninsula
Nestled along the Coosa River with 520 feet of beach access, this Shelby getaway offers an unforgettable stay! The vacation rental home features 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and over 3,500 square feet of well-appointed living space. Spend your days on the water or barbequing on the grill. Going out? Tour museums, go wine tasting, and picnic in state parks!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom 1: 1 king bed, 1 twin daybed w/ 1 twin trundle - Bedroom 2: 1 king bed - Bedroom 3: 1 queen bunk bed - Additional Sleeping: 1 air mattress
INDOOR LIVING - Smart TVs w/ satellite, gas log fireplace - Foosball table, new pool table - Board games, books, puzzles - Open layout, expansive wall of windows, natural light
GENERAL - Free WiFi - Central air conditioning/heat - Air-conditioned garage - Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries - Washer/dryer, laundry detergent - Dog-friendly amenities (large kennel, leash, large dog bed, dog towels, dog bowls)
FAQ - Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
ACCESSIBILITY - 2-story property, access only by stairs - Accessible-height toilet, bathroom on 1st floor
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS - An additional 3-bedroom property for 12 guests is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
- Coosa River on-site (also known as Lay Lake in Alabama) - 11 miles to Beeswax Creek Park - 19 miles to Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum - 31 miles to Majestic Caverns - 34 miles to Oak Mountain State Park - 55 miles to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth Int’l Airport
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $150 fee (+ fees & taxes, Dogs Only, 2 Dogs Max) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - The 2-story property requires stairs to access - There is another vacation rental on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay - This property sleeps 10 guests in beds, with room for 12 total by using the air mattress
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
Spices
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Dock
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the marina
On a lake
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Bodyboard
Foosball table
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 and a first aid kit
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
About the area
Located in Shelby, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Shelby County Historic Museum and Museum of George Washington are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ozan Winery and Cellars and Timberline Golf Course. Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum and Flagg Mountain Cabins and Pinhoti Trail are also worth visiting. With kayaking and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Shelby travel guide
Is Lay Lake Access & Views: Expansive Shelby Home! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Lay Lake Access & Views: Expansive Shelby Home!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lay Lake Access & Views: Expansive Shelby Home!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lay Lake Access & Views: Expansive Shelby Home!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lay Lake Access & Views: Expansive Shelby Home! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lay Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Beeswax Creek Park and Shelby County Historic Museum. Columbiana City Park and Museum of George Washington are also within 16 miles (25 km).
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Lay Lake Access & Views: Expansive Shelby Home! Reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
This place was amazing - spacious and clean! It was much larger than expected a the lot was beautiful.
Kari M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amber
3 Aug 2024
Wonderful stay!
Perfect for our family vacation. Beautiful home with plenty of space on a beautiful, quiet lake. Everyone we spoke to or dealt with was super nice and helpful. Would definitely stay again! Pontoon rental was a great addition too!
This property was perfect for our family! Gorgeous inside and out. Kids and adults had a great time fishing, boating, tubing, playing pool. Everything needed was available. Lake view from every window in the house just about. Stunning!!! We would definitely rent again. Thank you for sharing your gorgeous lake home!
Wonderful surroundings inside and outside with room for kids and adults to enjoy grilling marshmallow roasting, the pontoon, kayaking,., fishing, tubing and the beautiful scenery and wildlife!
We had a great stay at Saleh Manor, enjoying the views, peace and quiet, and all the convenient amenities. Our dogs loved the pace too! The property is well stocked and the hot was very helpful. Definitely a great place for families of all sizes!
Great location. Home is exactly as advertised and Micah was a great contact to work with.
Tarrol M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tarrol
22 Mar 2025
Great place!
This is my second time at this beautiful place and I love it. Great house, wonderful lake and awesome host -Micah. Everything is as described and beyond. I will be back, probably this fall, for another week of fishing and relaxing. Thanks to Micah for making his place available.
We had a wonderful birthday celebration! The house is absolutely beautiful. Lots of room and great views. We will definitely book again. Love the open floor plan and the garage game room!
We had the best time here. Loved waking up to the views and watching all the boats go by. It was the perfect long weekend getaway we were looking for. Stocked with everything you could need. Very clean. Zero complaints. Thanks for a perfect stay 👏👏
Paige M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia
1 Mar 2024
Wonderfull!
The house is spacious, beautiful, and very, very clean and the views of the lake are wonderful and peaceful. The beds are very comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed s’mores at the fire pit. If we are ever back in the area, we will be back.
We loved everything about this house from the open floor plan, the cleanliness of the house, comfortable beds, amazing views from inside the house, the fire pit by the lake and the paddle board and kayaks. The host met us at the house to give us the boat keys and he was very personable and courteous. We enjoyed everything about our stay. Thank you!
If you are coming to Lay Lake, or Shelby County at all this is by far the best place to stay. The lot is absolutely perfect on a peninsula on the main river channel with the best views from all sides, the house is breathtaking, and the representatives are super awesome and easy to deal with. I’d give 10 stars if I could. We will be booking again for our tournament next year I assure you if you get the chance you will not regret!
Matt M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Leonard
6 July 2024
Fantastic Family Time
This was our second stay at this beautiful lake house. The entire family, and grandkids, had a blast tubing, kayaking, swimming, and fishing. We had some of the most incredible sunrises and sunsets, after the latter we had a campfire and smores. The home is exceptionally clean and kept up. All amenities one might need or desire to have for an intimate getaway are there. Such a blessing to Lay Lake. We'll be back!
This property did not disappoint! No detail was spared in making this the perfect spot for comfort and relaxation. And the views! The property was designed and situated to take advantage of panoramic scenery. Our fisherman were especially appreciative of the private boat ramp and dock. There were 3 couples and we all commented that you couldn’t go wrong with any of the 3 bedrooms….all 3 were comfortable and had their own baths. We will definitely stay again if back in the area. Awesome trip!
The house was clean and nicely furnished. Plenty of room to move around and the house stayed cool even though the temp was in the 90's. The covered boat dock was really nice and made my fishing trip so much easier. I actually had a cranking battery go dead on me and replacing it under the covered dock was really nice. Having a gate to enter the property was great. Really like the electronic door locks. Contacting the property contact person was easy and he returned my messages quickly.
Will definitely stay at this house again.
Thomas D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Trista
27 Apr 2024
The Ultimate Lake House
My family loves to fish - and I (the mom) love the water and try not to think about the fish in it🤣. It's the best of both worlds in one magnificent spot😁. You can swim on one side and fish on the other! The views are amazing and the beds are VERY comfortable. We don't usually like sleeping away from home because that's not generally the case -- but huge win there!! We were in town for an archery tournament and we all couldn't have gone if we didn't find a dog friendly place to stay; so we are super grateful the owners love fishing and dogs. Luckily, they, also supply a vacuum and leaf blower😀. It was kinda a last minute adventure for us that we will always remember as the best adventure, ever.
My husband, son and I surprised my dad for his 84th Birthday with a little vacation on the lake. We had a great time together making memories in your beautiful home! We loved the large rooms and especially the beautiful bathrooms and extra large showers. My mom cannot walk without assistance and has dementia. She needs to sit in her shower chair while I help bathe her. The extra large shower was so helpful for this! My husband and I especially loved that you left more than 1 trash bag and plenty of soap and toiletries. It was also great having more than one towel and one washcloth per guest. The snacks and coffee/tea station added a special touch. Thank you so much for being such generous and hospitable property owners. We definitely plan to visit again!
Karen N.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jackie
31 Dec 2024
Home Away From Home!
Our stay was Amazing! There is no other place we'll stay at Lay Lake then the Lighthouse.The panoramic views are breathtaking. The craftmanship of the home is impeccable.It's a spacious home yet it still feels warm and so peaceful.The house is fully equipped with everything you need. You won't be disappointed! There is no exaggerating with the photos. The home is beautiful and private.I'm not going to say it's a complaint. But, I wished the windows were clean.The windows in the family room and dining area are floor to ceiling. It's definitely a WOW FACTOR to look out those windows and see the lake.It's a beautiful sight to witness.With that being said, I'll be back. It's my second time at Lighthouse. I've had a summer and winter experience and loved them both.This December stay, the weather was sunny and warm. We were able to spend time on the pier. At night, we enjoyed being gathered around the firepit.Many wonderful memories have been made at the Lighthouse.The Host, Micah is great to work with and responds quickly.Thank you, Micah! We'll be back!
Micah and the home are absolutely awesome. I've stayed here several times and it's great to see the home only improve through time with upkeep and maintenance. The location is great and the fishing was as well.
This place is better than advertised! The lake and weather were beautiful and had a great week fishing. The host is wonderful to work with and makes sure you are taken care of. Can't wait to come back...