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 horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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
Craigsmere - 18 min drive
McDonald's - 15 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 does it cost to stay at Garden Cottage-historic cottagew/hot tub?
As of 25 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden Cottage-historic cottagew/hot tub on 2 November 2026 start from NZ$1,379, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
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.
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!!
We loved our stay so much! Everything was beautiful and the host was very attentive!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amber S.
23 March 2026
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
Dana G.
5 December 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Quaint cabin in beautiful surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Keith E.
15 April 2026
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
Katie F.
16 March 2026
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
Winter W.
5 March 2026
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
JOHN A.
19 June 2024
We will definitely be back. Truly enjoyed this little haven.
We only wish we had more time to stay here. Great place. Great hosts.
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
cory h.
21 November 2023
Great location.
This was a fantastic location. Super cabin - no complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie-Kim S.
12 December 2024
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
Scott G.
3 January 2026
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
Curtis N.
12 November 2023
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
Justin R.
9 December 2025
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
Ruth M.
27 April 2026
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.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy D.
3 March 2025
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
Christopher B.
21 January 2026
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.
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
Kerri T.
12 November 2024
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
Virginia H.
21 October 2024
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!!!!
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
Keilee T.
15 September 2025
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!