Charming Lakeside Cottage on Golden Pond

Entire cottage in Ashville, Alabama

  1. 6 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 3 beds
  4. 2.5 baths
Hosted by Pamela
  1. Superhost
  2. 6 years hosting

Listing highlights

Top 1% of homes

This home is one of the highest ranked based on ratings, reviews, and reliability.

Featured in

Lake Life Magazine , July 2023

At-home gym

The yoga mat and free weights are ready for workouts.
Welcome to The Cottage on Golden Pond
a charming lakeside southern retreat
Perfect for families, friends or couples seeking peace and nature.

Lake Life moves a little slower --and that's the point.
Whether you are sipping coffee while the morning mist rises off the water, spending the afternoon on a paddleboard or enjoying dinner at a local favorite, your stay at the cottage is sure to create many memories.

Reserve with peace of mind that we care about your stay!

The space
Relax in a thoughtfully designed 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms home featuring:

Spacious living area with a 55" Smart TV with streaming apps

Fully stocked kitchen with coffee, cookware, and spices.

Comfortable sleeping with Queen beds, a plethora of pillows and all natural linens.
All bedrooms have a Smart TV and phone chargers for your convenience.

Clean, modern bathrooms with fresh towels and essentials.

Every detail is set up to make your stay easy, comfortable and stress free.

The wrap around porch is perfect for outdoor living.
It features a gas grill and a table that seats 6.

The porch is just steps away from the water and the dock makes a perfect spot for your morning cup of coffee.

Picture yourself wrapped in the quiet of early morning, coffee in hand, watching the mist rise gently off of the lake.
The only soundtrack is birdsong and the soft splash of egrets staking their claim along the shoreline.

Your stay at the cottage isn't just a stay.
The Cottage at the Lake offers built-in memories.

Step outside and enjoy a variety of outdoor games designed for all ages.
Challenge someone to a match of oversized yard chess, try your hand at bucket golf or Giant Jenga, or play a round of Kubb on the lawn.

For those who love the water, Kayaks and paddle boards are available for exploring the lake at your own pace.

Whether you are feeling competitive or just want to unwind, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Guest access
"The Cottage" Guests have access to the whole house and the wrap-around porch.

For guests traveling with additional family or friends, we offer one RV site with full water, electric, and sewer hookups available for rent during your stay.

The RV site is not rented independently and will only be occupied if reserved by the primary guest. Please inquire ahead of time if you would like to add it to your booking.
The RV site is 65.00 per night.

Other things to note
A note from your Host.

"I feel like I have been unknowingly training for this for years".
This was my reaction when we kicked off our Airbnb in 2020.

I was able to take "all the things" that sets my soul on fire, like travel, decorating and cleaning and combine them into a fulfilling side hustle.

As a road warrior for work, I understand how having some creature comforts of home, like accessible plugs for charging, tv's in the bedroom, comfortable beds/linens and cleanliness makes all the difference in your trip.

My 20 years spent with Pier 1 Imports helped me hone my "well-appointed decor" muscles and helped develop a love for customer service.

I may be biased but I think we have the best little Airbnb of its kind!
If you don't believe me, take a look at what some of our past guests had to say.

April 2025, Stayed with kids
Our family thoroughly enjoyed our visit! We immediately fell in love with the entire property. The lake setting was gorgeous; home decor was on point and super inviting and absolutely stocked anything you may need. We felt like we were living the pages of a Southern Living magazine! Our kids had the best time playing in the water and practicing casting their new fishing rods. We loved everything about our stay and the relaxing energy it brought over us all. Pam & Tom were so hospitable and accommodating. We will definitely return. Chef’s kiss!
- Abby

This is still the best Airbnb I've ever rented! This is our second stay at Golden Pond and we hope to return. The home and yard are beautiful. Pam provides the extra touches that make you feel at home. She is also a very responsive host.
-Mary

This cottage was absolutely amazing! We booked it for a wedding weekend for the bride and her attendants. It is a beautiful home with everything you could possibly need for your stay. Although we didn’t cook, the kitchen is stocked with anything you need. The decor is beautiful. But the setting is what is so wonderful. Beautiful, peaceful and private lake setting. Coffee on the dock was so relaxing! Pamela is an amazing host, and I had lots of communication with her before our stay. She was also quickly responsive to me during our stay for a couple of questions I had. She spoke to me like I was her friend. I highly recommend this beautiful home and hope to book again soon!
- Denise

But don't take our word for it. Come experience this cozy cottage on the lake for yourself!

Thank you so much for considering our place for your stay!

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Lake view
Waterfront
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 101 reviews.

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Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

Ashville, Alabama, United States
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighborhood highlights

Neely Henry Lake, is our backyard! Seriously, one of Alabama's best kept secrets!
Made up of 11,200 acres of rippling blue waters and 339 miles of shoreline. Fish for large mouth, small mouth and spotted bass, as well as catfish.
We are 37 miles from the Talladega raceway. And one hour from everything Birmingham has to offer!

Meet your host

Superhost
416 reviews
4.99 out of 5 average rating
6 years of hosting
Born in the 60s
My work: Regional Sales Mngr
My name is Pam Beals, and I am proud to be an experienced host who is passionate about creating unforgettable memories for my guests. I believe that it's the little things that make all the difference in providing exceptional hospitality. I am a born and bred Southern girl, that has a deep appreciation for the simple pleasures in life like gardening, yoga, cooking, or spending time by the lake.

Pamela is a Superhost

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Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm