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Garden Cottage-historic cottagew/hot tub

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A rustic interior with a stone fireplace, leather furniture, and a wooden ceiling.
A house with a stone pathway leading to a gated entrance, surrounded by trees and a garden.
A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, stone fireplace, and a large TV.
A kitchen with wooden beams, stainless steel appliances, and a large window.
A house with a pond, surrounded by rocks and trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Mentone, AL
  • Place, Eagle Nest
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Mentone Town Hall
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Valley Head

Located in Valley Head, this cottage is in the mountains. Fort Payne Boom Town Historic District and Fort Payne Depot Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at DeSoto State Park and Otting Tract Wilderness Management Area. The Gourdie Shop and Dekalb County VFW Agricultural Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and rock climbing nearby.
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Map
Mentone, AL

What's nearby

  • Eagle Nest - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mentone Town Hall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • DeSoto State Park - 17 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Rock City - 55 min drive - 96.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hatter Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tigers Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wildflower Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Craigsmere - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Garden Cottage-historic cottagew/hot tub pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Garden Cottage-historic cottagew/hot tub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Garden Cottage-historic cottagew/hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Garden Cottage-historic cottagew/hot tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Garden Cottage-historic cottagew/hot tub located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Eagle Nest and Mentone Town Hall. Valley Head Town Park and DeSoto Falls are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Stay!! Highly Recommend!

We rented this cabin for our anniversary weekend! It was beautiful and so inviting! We had an amazing time and would definitely recommend it! The owner was wonderful to work with and made it very enjoyable!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay so much! Everything was beautiful and the host was very attentive!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will save this for another trip. E dry thing was great and very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cozy girls trip!

We picked this cottage for a girls trip and it couldn’t have been more perfect! The hot tub was private and the whole atmosphere was so relaxing.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Quaint cabin in beautiful surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent ALL around!!!!

The property is extremely beautiful, remote and quiet!!!! The inside has everything you need! We will 100% stay here again in the near future!!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great cottage! So close to Mentone!

This was a perfect cottage for a girls weekend! Three of us stayed here comfortably! We enjoyed the cozy living room, snacks by the firepit and the hot tub. The location was so close to Mentone and not far from Fort Payne!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Birthday retreat.

This was exactly what we needed. Perfectly clean, well furnished cabin. Hot tub after long hikes was amazing.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We will definitely be back. Truly enjoyed this little haven.

We only wish we had more time to stay here. Great place. Great hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We very much enjoy our downtime at the garden cottage. The cottage was well furnished and very comfortable. Amazing how the cottage was update without losing the charm of its past. If you are looking for s place to relax and unwind I highly recommend the Garden Cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great location.

This was a fantastic location. Super cabin - no complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great location!

Very charming, updated cottage with nice appliances and a great fenced-in area out back! Our weekend stay was wonderful. Great location, beautiful space and close proximity to the city area and parks.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect house in the perfect location

We have stayed with Delightful Retreats multiple times, and every time the house has been exactly as advertised. This house is walkable to downtown Mentone and all the shops and restaurants. The property is beautiful and you aren't crammed on top of neighbors. Cannot recommend enough.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our stay was pleasant and relaxing.

Great time in a laid back cottage.Plenty of extras besides a nice hot tub and lovely setting.It was great to have a great kitchen with snacks galore!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing/Laid back weekend

I rented the cottage for a long weekend for a long weekend with my wife and without the kids. We both enjoyed it. The cottage was super nice and cozy. The hot tub was perfect. They literally thought of and had everything you need while away from home.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Quaint Cottage with all the Extras

This is our second stay at Garden Cottage. We love it here! The cottage is quaint and cozy with attention to detail that makes it so charming. Beautiful outdoor space too!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Refreshing for the Body and the Soul.

The Garden Cottage is a beautiful, peaceful, quiet and restful experience. It is a place you can leave the world behind and refresh your body and soul in the beautiful nature of the gardens and within the warm and cozy cottage. Couldn't have asked for a more perfect place that met all our needs and beyond. Holly was wonderful and answered all our questions immediately. Thank you. We will definitely come back and also recommend this beautiful cottage to others.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our experience

We had the best time and really enjoyed the garden & water fountain.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful and Romantic!

I took my girlfriend to Mentone for a romantic birthday to get away from the city. I found The Garden Cottage and boy, is it a fabulous place!! Walking distance to town, quiet and well kept. Cabin is stellar! Clean, well stocked, and with a real kitchen! Very tastefully done overall. Both the GF and I really enjoyed the stay. This is definitely a return-to cabin.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

So relaxing!!

Beautiful cottage!! It was so nice to walk in and feel so comfortable and relaxed. This place had everything you need. It was full of beautiful charm too!! Can’t wait to book again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing stay at an adorable cottage

Such an adorable cottage, close to the downtown area of Mentone. Easy access to everything there is to see and do. Cottage has everything one would need for comfort, even a fenced in area for your furry friends!! Will definitely come back!!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hot tub was so relaxing and the garden spot was almost whimsical at night the way the entire thing lite up. The multitude of crickets singing at night was amazing and I’m certain a bullfrog frequents the garden fountain as I heard his croaking as well. I would stay again. Very homey feel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paradise in the Mountains

We had the most perfect stay here! The cabin was unbelievably cozy, warm, welcoming, and had everything we needed. One of our favorite parts was slipping into the hot tub after a day of wandering through the shops in Mentone, or hiking and exploring DeSoto State Park. Everything about this place felt just right. Thank you so much for sharing your slice of paradise with us. We will be dreaming about coming back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Review

Just as advertised. Centrally located so convenient to surrounding sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mentone stay

Best stocked kitchen we’ve ever seen!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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