From the moment you arrive at Dockside Dreams, you’ll feel at ease. Nestled along the peaceful Coosa River just minutes by boat to Lake Weiss, this cozy and clean 2-bedroom, 1-bath home welcomes you with spacious living areas, a glass-enclosed sun porch and breathtaking views. We also offer kayak, tubing and boat rentals, boat tours and fishing charters - all just steps away at the dock. Unwind and experience lake life the way it was meant to be lived!
The Property Manager, Lisa Terry, or the Property Owner, Dustin Schmidt will be available to you via phone, text, email or through the booking app - before, during or after your stay if you need any assistance.
🌟 GUEST SPOTLIGHT GUIDE: CAVE SPRING, COOSA RIVER & LAKE WEISS
📍 Location Highlights
• Nestled along the Coosa River, your stay offers quick boat access to Lake Weiss, Alabama’s Crappie Capital, and is just a short drive to historic Cave Spring and vibrant Rome, Georgia—a blend of Georgia charm and Alabama adventure.
🏞️ Natural Attractions & Outdoor Adventures
• Cave Spring & Rolater Park – Discover the limestone cave and cool 57°F natural spring that flows into a rock pool and swimming lake. Fill a jug with pure mineral spring water, a beloved local ritual.
• Trails & Preserves – Hike the Pinhoti Trail, bike the Silver Comet Trail, or explore the rare old-growth Marshall Forest Preserve.
• River & Lake Fun – Launch directly onto the Coosa River for boating, kayaking, and fishing, or spend a day at Lake Weiss with 30,200 acres of shoreline for swimming and water sports.
🏛️ Historic & Cultural Gems
• Cave Spring Square – Stroll past 19th-century architecture, antiques, boutiques, the 1810 Vann Cherokee Cabin, and the beloved Martha Jane’s Fudge Shop.
• Rome, Georgia – Explore Berry College, the Chieftains Museum, 16 miles of the ECO Greenway, and historic downtown with its shops and eateries.
🍴 Dining & Local Flavor
• Southern Flavor Café – homestyle favorites.
• A&B Creekside – riverside charm; home-cooking ONLY food; event catering.
• Linde Marie’s Steakhouse – a local must.
• Rome’s downtown offers farm-to-table dining, pubs, and international flavors.
🌅 Special Experiences
• Best Sunsets – Coosa River and Lake Weiss docks.
• Family Fun – Swimming at Rolater Park, fishing Weiss Lake, biking the Silver Comet Trail.
• Romance – Evening strolls in Cave Spring or a quiet river boat ride.
✨ Why Guests Love It Here!
• This region blends Southern hospitality, history, and outdoor adventure. From sipping coffee by the river, to exploring trails and historic towns, to casting a line at Lake Weiss—you’ll find the perfect mix of relaxation and exploration.
Guests have access to the full use of their rental home and surrounding common area space, including large recreation area/ball court and relaxation areas on Property.
Outdoor seating, firepit patio seating, and picnic table areas are first-come, first-served. You are also welcome to bring your own lawn chairs for larger parties, too, if driving. Please be kind to other guests who may be on property.
You may freely fish from the dock with your fishing gear. Please note that the fishing gear located on poles in the boats are reserved for those booking a boat rentals or Fishing Charters, so please do not remove from boat at any time.
You may book Fishing Charters year round and seasonal water sports rental activities at this property, or dude ranch activities at our Hunter's Haven Lodge property just down the road situated on 129 acres.
See our website to book any activity at https://www.lakeweissdestinations.com/adventures .
This 2BR · 1BA home Sleeps 6 comfortably, but with the very large living room, just bring your air mattresses and sleep an additional 6! We do offer a portable pack-n-play crib for those travelling with infants or toddlers.
We are Pet-Friendly, although you must book in advance and pay an extra pet cleaning fee.
Guest Access is offered to the 120’ boat dock, plus other outdoor shared amenities such as gazebos and picnic areas, a large firepit and relaxing surrounding stone patio with community grill area (although each home has its own grill on their decks), and a 42' X 22' concrete pad for use as a pickleball/ tennis/ or volleyball court (we provide the court set-up, racquets and balls including football and soccer balls). Corn Hole and Life-sized games like giant Jenga for indoor or outdoor fun are also on property. Indoor board games are provided, too.
This home also has an extra dining area for casual eating overlooking the water with sliding glass door access to the large surrounding outdoor deck, including a deck and seating area over the water. The deck below offers straight to the water access and a boat lift, and you can fish right off any of the deck areas right over the water. All outdoor deck areas offer amazing waterfront views for peace and serenity, or for use as outdoor entertainment areas.
It's just a few steps away to our property’s community boat dock (useable by any guest in any one of our guest rental homes (2) or RV on property – enjoyable for sitting, relaxing or fishing off the dock).
You can bring your own boat, jet skis or kayaks and we will share where to put them in the water just a few minutes away, and you can dock your craft right below your rental. OR, rent one of our boats, guided fishing charters, kayaks or tubes for an amazing day out on the water. Just contact us to inquire about pricing (discounted for lodging guests), and availability.
What You’ll Love:
- Glassed-in sun porch with panoramic river views—ideal for coffee at sunrise or relaxing with a book
- Private 120-foot dock (for just our property guests - no public access) for fishing, lounging, or launching kayaks and boats (rentals available!)
- Outdoor fire pits—perfect for roasting marshmallows, cooking the day’s catch, or storytelling under the stars.
- Spacious kitchen and living areas for family meals, games, with a sleeper sofa, futon sofa and extra sleeping space for air mattresses if needed.
- Pet-friendly with open outdoor areas, a fenced enclosure area too behind one of our day se cabins, and riverside paths for your furry companions.
Inside the Home:
- Bedroom 1: Queen bed
- Bedroom 2: Bunk Bed with 1 Queen bed and 1 full bed atop queen
- Living Areas: A large living room with large leather sofa and recliner, and plenty of floor space for air mattresses for extra guests (must bring your own) (could sleep 6 to12 easily).
- Bathroom: The full bath is stocked with fresh towels and starter toiletries and a hair dryer
- Kitchen: Fully equipped with full-size appliances, cookware, dishes, toaster, Keurig coffee maker, coffee, sugar and creamer and more
Perfect For:
- Family vacations and reunions
- Girls’ weekends or couples’ getaways
- Fishing trips and outdoor adventures
- Retreats and special events (ask about full-property bookings)
- Add-on prep spaces with The Happy Camper or Happy Glamper day-use cabins available for group hangouts, bridal parties, or themed weekends.
Extras Available:
- Boat, kayaks, tubes, (half-day to full day), and fishing gear rentals
- Guided fishing charters with local expert Captain as your guide and teacher
- Cornhole, basketball, and other outdoor court games
- On-site day-use cabins (ask about event bundles or wedding weekend packages)
- Weekly and Monthly stays and full-property rentals for events, retreats and reunions are available at discounted rates.
Clean & Comfortable:
- Professionally cleaned between every guest stay
- Reliable Wi-Fi for remote work or streaming.
- Smart Roku TVs with streaming channels
- Travel sized toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion) provided, along with a hair dryer in each home.
- An iron and ironing pad (sitting atop the dryers in the in-home laundry areas), with laundry soap and dryer sheets provided.
- Anything else you need for a comfortable stay is just a phone call away.
So, are you ready to make some amazing memories?
Book your stay at Dockside Dreams today and experience the peaceful charm of lake life, with all the comforts of home, but better!
Directions & Entry:
Your GPS should direct you well, but it will give you three routes once on Blacks Bluff Rd. Follow directions that keep you on Blacks Bluff Rd.
Follow approx. 3 miles and you will see a sign on Right that says ‘Coosa River Outfitters’.
Turn RIGHT at that gravel road entrance in front of sign, and please drive slowly as we are in the process of paving it from our landline to the property gates but only about 1/3 of road is blacktopped thus far.
When you get to the end of the road you will see a ‘Private Property’ sign posted on a tree on the left. THAT IS NOT US. DO NOT GO STRAIGHT, rather TURN RIGHT. Follow gravel drive until you see a fenced gate on the left and turn left into property.
The House has a small lighted sign with the numbers ‘8126’ staked near front of drive. You can pull right in and park under the covered parking area. Access to the home will be through the gate on the right. There are two entry doors. Locate the door with the lockbox to gain entry.
Please note that our property includes a house to the left of your rental no. 8126 and an RV to the left of that home, one or both of which may be rented to other guests.
Common areas, along with the 120’ dock at Rivers Edge are to be shared on a first-come first-served basis similar to any other hotel or multi-property vacation spot. Our dock is private and useable only by our guests in the 3 units, and the boat, kayaks, tubes, skis and fishing poles are also ours. If you are interested in renting, contact the host for information.
Please be courteous, and pick up after yourselves before exiting common areas.
