Cabin

One Oar Missing, directly on Little River w/double fireplaces

Riverside cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6137.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Cloudmont Park
  • Place, The Gourdie Shop
  • Place, DeSoto State Park

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

One Oar Missing, directly on Little River w/double fireplaces

One Oar Missing sits directly on Little River, in the deepest, widest portion known as Lake Lahusage. A boardwalk down to the rivers edge makes it an easy walk down to the floating dock and kayaks. Double decks, one on each side of the sunroom give you plenty of space for cooking on the charcoal grill and to enjoy an outdoor meal when weather permits. Rainy days call for lounging in the sunroom! A large wood burning fireplace makes it the place to be almost any time of year. When one fireplace is not enough, there's a second wood burning fireplace in the open floor plan living/kitchen area. A large kitchen island gives you plenty of space for cooking, playing games and making memories. A split bedroom design offers three bedrooms with ensuite main bedroom and two additional bedrooms with jack-n-jill bathroom with two sink areas.
Mentone offers artist's & antique shops and restaurants. Nearby activities include golf, DeSoto State Park, Little River Canyon National Preserve, Cloudland Canyon, camping, hiking along rivers & waterfalls. Check out our website for additional local info.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only, up to two, with $65 fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You are required to sign a rental agreement and upload a copy of ID.
A damage deposit hold is required for this property
2 dogs only are allowed with a $65 fee

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mentone

Located in Mentone, this cabin is on the waterfront. DeSoto State Park and Cloudmont Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Gourdie Shop and Dekalb County VFW Agricultural Fairgrounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mentone, AL

What's nearby

  • Cloudmont Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Gourdie Shop - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • DeSoto Falls - 13 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort - 20 min drive - 13.7 km
  • DeSoto State Park - 34 min drive - 20.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hatter Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pops Country Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wildflower Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Elevation. Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Seabolt’s Street Tacos - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is One Oar Missing, directly on Little River w/double fireplaces pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at One Oar Missing, directly on Little River w/double fireplaces?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at One Oar Missing, directly on Little River w/double fireplaces?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is One Oar Missing, directly on Little River w/double fireplaces located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Cloudmont Park and 2 mi (3.2 km) from The Gourdie Shop. Mentone Town Hall and Eagle Nest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

David L.

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

Nice stay

We had a nice time at One Oar Missing. The cabin was clean and stocked nicely. The beds were very comfortable as was the cabin. It was a nice weekend retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin L., Birmingham, AL

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

Weekend Getaway

Nice weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul N.

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

Nice Cabin

Nice space, great location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri B.

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

Absolutely beautiful

We had a fabulous time! Fished off the dock, kayaked, cooked lots of food in the roomy kitchen. Watched some football. Wonderful place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sam C.

One Oar Missing - beautiful five star stay

We had a wonderful stay at One Oar Missing. Incredibly clean place, as they always are with Delightful Retreats. Enjoyed fantastic fires, and the river ambiance! Really great time. The place is very well furnished, including comfortable beds. We always enjoy Historic Mentone! Holly took great care of us and as always was extremely responsive! This is definitely a house that we'd like to visit again!
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10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

Thanksgiving Holiday at One Oar Missing

We're so happy we decided to celebrate Thanksgiving at One Oar Missing. The views and the cabin itself were phenomenal. The sunroom, although cold, still provided a wonderful experience with the large wood-burning fireplace. I loved the decorations and small touches that added to the aesthetic and experience. The weather was too cold to spend time in the water, but we took advantage of the National parks and hiking trails at Little River Canyon Preserve and Desoto Falls. Mentone has captured our hearts, and we've already started planning future visits. We hope to one day own a home here. Until that day arrives, we will continue to stay in the homes managed by Delightful Retreats.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Water access
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Todd M.

Most relaxing get-away in years!

We took a weekend to get away for an anniversary. The stay at One Oar Missing was terrific and very relaxing. While we did take a little time to stroll through some of the little shops in Mentone, we spent most of the time relaxing in the sunroom or down by the water on the floating dock. The area is quiet and allows you to disconnect and just enjoy nature for a while! We will definitely be returning in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Glen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house could not have been better for my family. The kitchen was well equipped and we enjoyed making our meals in it. The rooms were more than adequate for us, allowing for everyone to have space. The recliner couch in the den is outstanding! The back decks were great and the pier was enjoyed by all. The house could not have been more welcoming. Holly was a first rate host throughout. We do hope to visit One Oar Missing again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristi L.

Exactly as Pictured/Described

We found One Oar Missing to be quite comfortable and perfect for a microvacation for this couple and a long-time friend. As titled, One Oar is exactly as described and pictured - very comfortable and clean. Enjoyed the screened in porch to just relax, read and visit; the porch and indoor furniture were clean and comfortable. The split plan with master King on one side and two Queens with jack-jill bath gave plenty of privacy for us. The kitchen was well-equipped but do read the provided 'suggest you bring' info as there is only a convenience store nearby. While the breakfast bar was fine for meals, we would suggest a four-top table as the stools are not comfortable for everyone. Plus, there's not really a good place to play cards/dice games, etc. Easy direct rental process and communications leading up to and through our stay were very good.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, large house with great room and extra-large screened in porch. There is a boardwalk down to the water where there is a nice dock. We spent a lot of time on the dock and on the screened in porch. We also cooked out and ate outside. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John E.

VERY NICE PLACE AND PEACEFUL

We had a great time with our stay there. We will definitely be back.
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10/10 Excellent

Virginia H.

Lake getaway

One Oar Missing was the perfect place on the lake! I had friends and family come up to visit and stay at the cabin. I did a lot of cooking and the kitchen was well stocked with everything I needed, even the correct measuring cups. The porch was a true bonus!
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10/10 Excellent

Wanda P.

Weekend relaxation

The property was spacious, and very comfortable The family had a great time
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10/10 Excellent

Breanna R.

Anniversary Vacation

This was my wife & I’s 2nd year in a row staying at this cabin for our anniversary. With it being only 30 minutes away, it’s the ideal place for us to fish and be on the water with our doggo. Kayaks and paddles were easily accessible and the screened in back porch was nice to enjoy the outside while it rained. Also, huge thanks to the host for making our trip experience extra special by accommodating me with a bottle of champagne & a dozen roses for my wife! DirectTV was fine for us, we brought Ipads and were able to use the wifi to stream netflix & youtube (blurry, but still watchable) Overall, amazing cabin. Will be returning!

6/10 Okay

Karen D.

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Beautiful Home with Great Location

Great use of space in this home. Marvelous kitchen, great for food prepping. Fishing was good. Dream screened porch with fireplace. Could use some decor updating, and more televisions.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerri K.

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

Beautiful Cabin on the lake

This was the perfect location to get away and relax. From the fireplace and roasting marshmellows to feeding the ducks on the lake. We really enjoyed it here and plan to book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda O.

A Family Place

Clean and very well supplied with everything needed for a quiet weekend stay. While I realized the house did not have a dining table, I thought the large bar area would work for us. We did not find the bar suitable for sitting to eat or playing games.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Preston F.

Great Family Cabin

We had a wonderful time around the fire spending time with each other. The area was peaceful and a great retreat. Lots of space and amenities! This is a great cabin for family and dogs! The host was friendly and helpful! The coffee is always the best touch! Thank you for having us!!

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

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

Quiet, peaceful and beautiful cabin

My family of 4 very much enjoy this property. Exactly as advertised. Very clean which we loved. The cabin is big, with enough space to enjoy a good book, the fireplaces and just a quiet vacation. Somehow close to local adventures and the river was beautiful. Thank You! We will come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Hallie M.

Lovely time in Mentone

We enjoyed our stay at One Oar Missing. The house was clean and had everything we needed. We sat out on the screened porch every night and visited. We cooked two meals in the kitchen and ate out one night at The Wildflower Cafe. Beds were comfortable, but the king bed in the master is really tall - about chest height on me, and I wished for a step stool. But I managed. Our only disappointment was that the water levels were so low due to the drought conditions this summer that we couldn't really enjoy the dock or swimming because it was so muddy and yucky. We did visit Little River Canyon and DeSoto Falls, both of which were just a trickle, but still lots of fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joann W.

Hidden gem!

We absolutely loved the area, plenty of things to do and see. The home was really conveniently located to everything. Beds were very comfy, great water pressure, we were able to catch a few fish, even though the water was low. We enjoyed the house, but could use an additional television. The yellow heart pine in the main living area was beautiful. Massive fire places. We would definitely recommend this property.

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

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

Very Relaxing quiet Clean

Had a nice stay. The umbrella was broken on the dock probably needs replaced. But we did enjoy our stay it was quiet and clean. Was well stocked. Only thing missing is a hot tub! The screen porch was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danette D.

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

Gorgeous property!

Fantastic stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ginger S.

Great Space

The fireplaces were spectacular! We enjoyed fires both indoor and outdoor during our stay. The cabin was very spacious with plenty of room. The location was great, giving us ample opportunity to explore the nature around us as well as visit nearby towns. We will be back!

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