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Unbelievable sunsets! Here's your front porch view from at Moonflower Cottage.

Moonflower Cottage is a special place in Mentone, with incredible brow views.

The interior is beautifully appointed with antiques and oriental rugs.

A large-screen HDTV is above the fireplace, with additional TVs in each bedroom.

Moonflower Cottage features a beautiful westward view off Lookout Mountain.

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 494 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Enjoy the area

Mentone, AL

The Gourdie Shop7 min drive
Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort10 min drive
DeSoto State Park17 min drive
Rome, GA (RMG-Richard B. Russell Regional)46 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Nobody tells our story than our guests do. The guest who departed March 15, said, "Perfect for our girl's getaway! This cottage was just perfect for the two of us to hang out with each other and catch up on life! The front porch was wonderful for sunset watching and the screen porch in back was great for hanging out when the sun was blazing. The den was cozy and the fireplace added to the ambiance in the evening. Kitchen is well stocked and the bedrooms and bathrooms had everything we needed. Decor was delightful. The parks nearby are top notch hiking locations, especially Cloudland Canyon. I hope was can return next year!"
We invite you to come visit Mentone at Moonflower Cottage. Another recent guest said, "We enjoyed sitting on the front porch to watch the sun rise and set every day. Easy to find and very relaxing. Everybody in the area were so friendly and helpful. The property was very clean and comfortable. Loved the screened in back porch."
Mentone is a charming little town in northeast Alabama, just a few miles north of Fort Payne and 45 miles from Chattanooga. It sits atop Lookout Mountain, where the views are not only spectacular but there are wonderful places for hiking, the 104-foot DeSoto Falls just three miles away, and we are close to DeSoto State Park. The flora and fauna are spectacular year around and Moonflower is an easy 1/4-mile walk to the heart of Mentone, where there are charming stores and restaurants and more on the way. Be sure to visit the nonprofit Mentone Arts Center, as well as Elevation Bistro, Wildflower Cafe, the Mentone Market, The Hatter Restaurant and other specialty stores in town and nearby.
Moonflower Cottage will be the star of the your visit. Imagine being surrounded by antique furniture and oriental rugs, granite countertops and stainless appliances, two king en suites with full baths, and a fully equipped kitchen that's been described as "extraordinary."
The screened back porch offers gentle breezes, comfortable wicker furniture and a dining table for six. The front porch has four rocking chairs and it's the best place on earth to see incredible sunsets.
Now, read all our reviews and hear what our guests have said. Please note how many of them compliment us on how clean our cottage is. Then, book your stay quickly. Moonflower Cottage is very popular so pick your dates and come stay with us.

Property manager

Ben Shurett

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Hot tub

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Susan Collins, manager, is a licensed Real Estate Agent with Mentone Properties, LLC

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mentone

Located in Mentone, this cottage is in the mountains. Fort Payne Depot Museum and Alabama Fan Club and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort and Lost Falls Trailhead. The Gourdie Shop and Orbix Hot Glass are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Mentone, AL

What's nearby

The Gourdie Shop - 7 min drive
Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort - 10 min drive
DeSoto State Park - 17 min drive
Little River Canyon National Preserve - 31 min drive
Cloudland Canyon State Park - 42 min drive

Restaurants

The Hatter Cafe - 4 min drive
Tigers Inn - 6 min drive
Wildflower Cafe - 6 min walk
The Mountain Inn Restaurant - 18 min drive
Mentone Hardware Cafe - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Come for a mid-week visit in May! Mentone is named one of best places to visit! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Come for a mid-week visit in May! Mentone is named one of best places to visit!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Come for a mid-week visit in May! Mentone is named one of best places to visit!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Come for a mid-week visit in May! Mentone is named one of best places to visit! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort, The Gourdie Shop and DeSoto State Park. Otting Tract Wilderness Management Area and Lost Falls Trailhead are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

1 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Retreat

Moonflower Cottage is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the most beautiful sunsets. My friend and I booked this cottage a few weeks before our trip. Mr Ben, the owner messaged me via VRBO to inquire about our trip and if we had visited the area before. We both were familiar with Mentone and looked forward to returning. The location of this little cottage has some of the best views on the brow. This time of year the weather was breezy and cool in the morning and evenings but warmed up nicely during the day. We walked around the neighborhood, sat in the rocking chairs and enjoyed the view, ate dinner on the screened in back porch and watched the squirrels play and listened to the birds sing. It was peaceful and perfect. The cottage was clean to perfection. The beds were very comfortable. Everything you need is provided, right down to snacks and coffee. You will not be disappointed if you stay here. And if you’re luckily you may get to meet the owner on the way out. Mr Ben is a kind man who takes pride in his property and wants his guests to have a wonderful stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

lester c.

22 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay

Always feels like home. Can’t wait for fall trip. Coffee on front porch listening to birds and watching squirrel do his amazing jumps before sunrise priceless.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leon D.

16 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cottage!

Wonderful property! Just right for us!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

15 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding as always

This is our third stay here. Always outstanding. Can’t say enough good things about this place.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

12 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 Star on everything

Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ben Shurett

Mary and I chose to retire in Mentone after having a part-time home here for about 10 years. This special place grabbed our heart with its special spirit and incredibly friendly people. We were drawn to living atop Lookout Mountain, the beauty of all four seasons, the 100-foot waterfall and the charm of this place. It's our forever home.

Why they chose this property

We couldn't resist the location, location, location. The property is located on the east brow of Lookout Mountain, with a west view of terrific sunsets from the rocking chairs on the front porch.. It's in Brow Park, where the Colorfest festival is held the third weekend of October. It's just one-tenth of a mile to the city center, and easy walk to several restaurants and charming shops. It's time for a visit to the mountains of Alabama!

What makes this property unique

Location is the key – rock on our front porch and enjoy spectacular sunsets on the horizon. We're at an elevation of more than 1,860 feet so you can see for miles and miles and we have cooler than normal weather here so you can avoid hot summer weather almost all the time. Take a short drive to one of the highest waterfalls in Alabama at more than 100 feet. Perhaps best of all, you can walk to downtown Mentone and enjoy dining, the Art Center and speciality shops. Moonflower Cottage is equipped with every amenity we could think of and, if we're missing anything, let us know. There's a sweet, sweet spirit about Mentone. Come see us!