Little River Family Retreat |5 King Beds| Sleeps 16| 3 fireplaces + River Access

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Exterior
A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television.
Living area
A cozy log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a flat-screen TV mounted above it.
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Gas barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Mentone, AL
  • Place, The Gourdie Shop
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, DeSoto State Park
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Creekside Quarters - Lower Level

1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

Main Floor King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Main Floor King Suite

1 King Bed

Upstairs King + Twin Bunk

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upstairs King Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Creekside Quarters Full Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main Floor En-Suite Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main Floor Hallway Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Full Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Half bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the area

Mentone

Located in Mentone, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Otting Tract Wilderness Management Area and DeSoto State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Gourdie Shop and Dekalb County VFW Agricultural Fairgrounds. Dekalb VFW Agricultural Fairgrounds and Little River Canyon Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
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Map
Mentone, AL

What's nearby

  • The Gourdie Shop - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • DeSoto Falls - 13 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort - 14 min drive - 15.5 km
  • DeSoto State Park - 16 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Cloudland Canyon State Park - 39 min drive - 66.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hatter Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tigers Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wildflower Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Lookout Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mentone Hardware Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little River Family Retreat |5 King Beds| Sleeps 16| 3 fireplaces + River Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Little River Family Retreat |5 King Beds| Sleeps 16| 3 fireplaces + River Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Little River Family Retreat |5 King Beds| Sleeps 16| 3 fireplaces + River Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little River Family Retreat |5 King Beds| Sleeps 16| 3 fireplaces + River Access?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Little River Family Retreat |5 King Beds| Sleeps 16| 3 fireplaces + River Access located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.6 mi (1 km) from The Gourdie Shop and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Cloudmont Park. Otting Tract Wilderness Management Area and Mentone Town Hall 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. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than great! So many extra touches to make your stay better. King bed in every room, tons of space, beautiful scenery, and secluded. Close to Mentone, Desoto State Park and Little River Canyon National Park. Richard & Carol are fabulous hosts and quick to respond. We will stay again when we are in the area next.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2026
Thank you so much, Damon! We can’t tell you how much we appreciate your thoughtful review. It makes us so happy to know you enjoyed the cabin and everything Mentone has to offer. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we would be honored to welcome you back anytime. Until next time, take care and thank you again for choosing Little River Family Retreat! 😊🏡 Carol
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a WONDERFUL experience! The home was beautiful, the location was quiet yet convenient, and there was plenty of space for our family of 15. Home was clean and stocked with everything we needed. Beds were so comfortable. Host was incredibly responsive and helpful. We will definitely stay here again when we are back in Mentone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words, Maria! It was truly a pleasure hosting you and your family. We’re so happy you enjoyed the cabin, found everything comfortable, and had the space to make special memories together. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We would be honored to welcome you back to Little River Family Retreat anytime you’re in Mentone. Safe travels, and we hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved every second
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 January 2026
Thanks so much. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay! Please come again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing cabin

This is the 5th time staying in this cabin. Our team and coaches had plenty of space!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

It was very nice,
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The cabin was adorable, cozy and comfortable with a beautiful property! Well appointed with all the necessities. Quick and friendly communication throughout our stay. I would warn folks that the lower level is only accessible from the outside which was not convenient on a snowy weekend, but might be fine for others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2026
Thank you so much, Katie, for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the cabin, the peaceful property, and found everything comfortable and well stocked. It was a pleasure hosting you! Thank you as well for your feedback about the lower level. We understand that having the Creekside Quarters accessible only by a private exterior entrance may not be ideal for every group, especially during snowy weather. We do our best to clearly describe the layout in our listing so guests can determine if it’s the right fit for their needs. We truly appreciate you choosing Little River Family Retreat and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future! Thanks Carol Davis
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great place!

The dwelling is excellent, and the property is lovely and private. It's a great cabin that has been beautifully furnished, and thoughtfully equipped with everything that you could possibly need. Also, Mary the property manager was very prompt in responding to questions, and was very helpful. It was a hit with all of the members of our group!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall a great family stay. Cabin was clean, well-stocked, comfortable beds, and a lot of special touches throughout to make this a memorable family gathering. We made smores at the fire pit and the kids loved them. Played some cornhole and Grandpa is still the champ! This is the perfect place to spend time with family - lots of beautiful nearby parks and trails. We loved sitting on the porch in the morning sipping on our coffee watching the river below. Very peaceful! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay - THANKS!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Christmas 2024

Needed a few more sauce pans. Otherwise fine.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best place we have stayed in years. This place had everything we needed and all the extras you don’t expect. I loved all the snacks the host left for us and we all enjoyed the coffee bar. There was plenty of room for the whole group and we all enjoyed the king sized beds, the beds were comfortable and my wife loved the sheets and the comforters. We are planning a return trip w the host now. Super place. Private and plenty of time to enjoy the beautiful natural setting. The rocking chairs on the back deck were perfect. I wanna go back right now and rock the evening away in front of the fireplace.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2026
Thank you so much, Richard! Your review absolutely made our day. We put a lot of thought into creating a place where families and friends can relax, reconnect, and enjoy all the little extras, so it means a great deal to know they made your stay special. We’re delighted that everyone enjoyed the king beds, the coffee bar, the snacks, and especially those peaceful evenings rocking by the fireplace. That’s exactly the kind of experience we hope every guest has. It was truly a pleasure hosting your group, and we’re excited to welcome you back to Little River Family Retreat. We can’t wait to see you again for another relaxing mountain getaway! Safe travels until then!
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