Title: Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=94346852&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! Cottage in Shelby with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior - Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94350000/94346900/94346852/c99f7a40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Front of property - Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94350000/94346900/94346852/ee9e6d49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior - Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94350000/94346900/94346852/c102119d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior - Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94350000/94346900/94346852/52efe5af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior - Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! (Shelby)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94350000/94346900/94346852/93350823.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! provides a firepit and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82281 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! Cottage in Shelby with kitchen and fireplace Barbecues, free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a washing machine. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 2 bathrooms and a microwave, and other amenities include a stovetop and a dishwasher. Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and a ceiling fan. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include baths or showers. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Spices ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Porch/lanai - Telescope ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Kayak ### 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) ## Similar properties ![House (5 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94330000/94326000/94325987/f04334ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Lay Lake Retreat w/ Dock & 3 Piers! 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Columbiana - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews £241 includes taxes & fees 1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=108572460&PinnedHotelID=108572460&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 12:00 AM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[apartment\] Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 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 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 Property Registration Number 224309;2504402;2603222 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! Shelby Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! Cottage Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! Cottage Shelby ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.09961%2C-86.50584&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Qb9DbeIZ6oo8ixdBfVTIBk6zBX0=) Shelby, AL #### What's nearby - Lay Lake \- 4 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Beeswax Creek Park \- 10 min drive \- 7.9 miles - Magnolia Meadows Golf Course \- 17 min drive \- 11.5 miles - Wilsonville Public Library \- 17 min drive \- 13.6 miles - Wilsonville Town Hall \- 17 min drive \- 13.6 miles #### Restaurants - ‪V J's Restaurant - ‬7 min drive - ‪Arrington - ‬60 min drive - ‪Founders Pub - ‬60 min drive - ‪Red Lobster - ‬9 min drive - ‪Barefoot Grill - ‬61 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River!? ### What time is check-in at Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River!? ### What time is check-out at Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River!? ### Where is Authentic Retreat w/ Private Dock on Coosa River! located? ## Have a question? 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