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Beautiful Triple-Lofted Lakeside Cabin near Downtown Mentone Sleeps 9

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Exterior
Living Room
Living area
Living area
View from upstairs

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Mentone, AL
  • Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • DeSoto State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • DeSoto Falls
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Triple-Lofted Lakeside Cabin near Downtown Mentone Sleeps 9

Kowaliga

Guests are sure to enjoy this fully furnished, lakeside cabin built from the Poplar and Wormy Maple trees that once stood in its place. This 1 bedroom/2 bath mountain cabin features one private bedroom with a queen-sized bed, while the remaining beds (1 full-sized bed, 3 single beds) are located in the loft spaces. There is also a double sleeper sofa in the stunning living room, which is also furnished with a recliner and mounted television(smart tv) over the monumental stone framed wood-burning fireplace. There are 2 double size swinging beds on the 2nd story exterior porch, perfect taking in a relaxing sunset or an afternoon nap. The kitchen is well equipped with an electric stove, microwave, Keurig coffee maker (pods not included) basic cooking utensils, griddle and a full size refrigerator. If that grilled-over-the-campfire flavor is what you crave, a classic charcoal weber grill awaits out back, just remember to bring your favorite briquettes with you!

Unwind at the end of the day with a soothing soak under the stars in the jacuzzi on the back deck, or a tell stories and share laughs around the fire pit in the back yard.
The property is just minutes away from the heart of Mentone where many wonderful attractions can be experienced. Whether in town, hiking trails around DeSoto Falls, or back at the cabin, guests of Kowiliga will certainly forge lasting memories of their vacation on Lookout Mountain.

Firewood is provided for a onetime fee of $25

Property manager

John Milham
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Many have enjoyed their stay here.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Family gatherings, weddings, etc.
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
There is a $50 fee for one pet.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only outside

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Family gatherings, weddings, etc.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mentone

Located in Mentone, this cabin is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at DeSoto State Park and DeSoto Falls, while Fort Payne Depot Museum and Dekalb Theatre are cultural highlights. The Gourdie Shop and Dekalb County VFW Agricultural Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Mentone, AL

What's nearby

  • Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • DeSoto State Park - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
  • DeSoto Falls - 10 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Mentone Town Hall - 12 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Little River Canyon National Preserve - 33 min drive - 29.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mi Casita Mexican Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Hatter Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Tigers Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wildflower Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mentone Hardware Cafe - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Triple-Lofted Lakeside Cabin near Downtown Mentone Sleeps 9 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Triple-Lofted Lakeside Cabin near Downtown Mentone Sleeps 9?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Triple-Lofted Lakeside Cabin near Downtown Mentone Sleeps 9?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Triple-Lofted Lakeside Cabin near Downtown Mentone Sleeps 9 located?

Located in the heart of Mentone, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort, DeSoto State Park and DeSoto Falls. Lost Falls Trailhead and Mentone Town Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 165 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keri R.

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

Beautiful Cabin!

This place was perfect for a weekend getaway! The cabin is so nice and cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Mountain visit

Great place, enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt U.

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

Great Setting

Easy getaway for my son’s bachelor party. Conveniently located near the golf course we played.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Gettin away

Great olace and lovely time
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nykole N.

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

Absolutely wonderful

Even though our trip was short, we really enjoy this cabin and honestly cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna Hartley A.

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

Beautiful Fall Get Away

We had a great little weekend get away here! The house was beautiful and perfect for our group. We utilized the hot tub and fire pit. Very thankful for this place and John’s quick reply to my messages.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frankie L.

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

Great Cabin vacation

We loved our family vacation here and can't wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

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

Peaceful stay

This is a really beautiful property. Check in was extremely easy. We never had any need to reach out to the owner because everything was clean, comfortable and working perfectly. The location is perfect , it is so close to town, but still feels remote. Make sure to blow up those air mattresses and use the porch swing beds , that ended up being our favorite spot, it was a great place to hang out at night with my 8 year old son and look at the stars and listen to nature once we were done in the afternoons with exploring and playing outside all day. There are some other cabins in the area that are there with this one, but there are some large trees in between and the other cabins main hang out areas are on the opposite side of where the balcony with the porch swing beds. The hot tub is on the back right by the fire pit which made is absolutely perfect for throwing ourselves a little party with the cornhole boards out, hot tub going, fire pit burning, comfortable outdoor furniture and a grill all in the back of the cabin. Even with a large group in the cabin by us we never felt crowded or like we didn't have privacy. It really is a perfect setup. My family highly recommends it to anybody considering booking.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon C.

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

Amazing hospitality

Host was amazing with communication, property was very clean and pleasant to stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle P.

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

Quiet Getaway

My family (my husband, our 3 kids, my parents, and me) came for 6 days. Every single one of us enjoyed our stay. It was beautiful, quiet, clean, and comfortable. The hot tub, lake, and porch swing beds were well loved features. We began discussing when we could return within the first few days!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer W.

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

Wonderful weekend

Just a few small hiccups in communication and dated fixtures but all in all a great value and very clean. I would rent this again without any hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

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

Great Family Getaway

Beautiful cabin. Wonderful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Joan S.

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

Great Little Getaway

This was just what we needed to recharge our batteries. Perfect for a couple or small family. Only challenge was getting to the cabin as the roads had large potholes but once there it was the perfect retreat. Would recommend to friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Anniversary Trip

Great place to stay! Everything was wonderful! Loved Mentone!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

wendy b.

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

Relaxation Time

Out of all my travels this was the BEST PLACE EVER !!! Hope to return in the fall/winter
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie Jean H., Semmes

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

We loved it !!! Even better than the pictures suggested.

Such an amazing cabin and location, we will definitely try to come back !
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

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

Weekend Away

Beautiful cabin in a beautiful location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

William A.

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

Family get together

Great property and location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor B.

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

I love this cabin so much.

This cabin is clean, charming, and perfect for a small group! The area is laid back but there are plenty of things to do. The owner gives great recommendations and provides lots of essentials at the cabin. This is my second time staying here, and I’d gladly come again! Great communication without being overbearing. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neal H.

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

Great weekend.

We enjoyed a great weekend at the cabin. Very relaxing place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

A piece of heaven

This was such a relaxing stay. The property was great. The hot tub was an added plus. Just no words to explain how relaxing the stay way and the views.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

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

Great Ride

Great cabin, plenty of room for 4 adults, 4 Harley’s, ate at The Wildflower Friday night, wonderful place and great service! Saturday we took off on the Harley’s explored many areas arrived back to cabin late that evening relaxed in the hot tub! Great weekend getaway❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Chris T.

Very nice and quiet place for the family.

I highly recommend staying. There is plenty of room for a family and the location is close to Desoto State Park and downtown Mentone.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

April S.

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

Great family vacation

Everything was wonderful! Cute cabin next to a pretty pond fully stocked with fish, a hot tub, and a nice fire pit to enjoy. The owner is very kind and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny H.

We enjoyed our stay immensely!!

Very easy process. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by John Milham

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My father, Thomas Milham, fell in love with Mentone when he discovered the area in 2003. He grew up in Fairhope, Alabama among a family of avid sailors who owned two separate restaurants there. Being familiar with hospitality, he purchased 11 acres and over the next 8 years built 3 cabins and a 3-acre lake for visitors to come comfortably experience the natural beauty of Lookout Mountain. Sadly, he passed away in December of 2019. We often receive messages from the many regular guests who remember the one and only "Mr. Tommy" fondly.

Why they chose this property

My dad chose to purchase real estate in this beautiful mountainous area as an investment for his children and grandchildren. This property fulfilled his dreams and brought much happiness to him, our family, and the many guests who have visited over the years.

What makes this property unique

Kowaliga was built from the hardwoods that once stood in its place, which are native to the Lookout Mountain region.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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