Location: Mentone, Alabama, USA (8 Miles to Mentone, AL; 40 Miles to Chattanooga, TN)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1.25 Baths (Sleeps 5-8)
This farmhouse retreat (The Flarity House) is an authentic fully restored farmhouse. This homeplace sits on 6 acres with a lake, surrounded by 250 acres, pastures, 5 barns, and gorgeous vista views.
There are numerous legendary attractions within minutes of this homeplace. Famous MENTONE, AL is 10 minutes from the house, where there are antique shops, restaurants, and hiking trails. DESOTO FALLS STATE PARK is 5 minutes from Mentone, AL. LITTLE RIVER CANYON NATIONAL PARK is 25 minutes from the house. CLOUDLAND CANYON STATE PARK is 20 minutes from the house. CLOUDLAND, GA is 10 minutes from the house, which is home to "Cloudland Market." CROCKFORD PIGEON MTN. is an outdoorsman's paradise with 16,400 acres of legendary hunting land open to the public. CHATTANOOGA, TN, the closest large city, is 50 minutes from the house.
The Flarity House (Ferne's Cottage) has a peaceful setting with many large, unique native trees. The porch is a wonderful place to watch the sun set in the evening across acres of pastures. This home has a large living area with a nostalgic fireplace and a dining area with a hand-crafted table that seats 6 people.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Wood Fireplace
- Wood Stove
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Water View
- Communications
- Telephone: This phone does not have long distance calling capabilities.
- Other Amenities
- 6 Acres, Walking & Hiking Trails, 2 miles from 16,400 acre Crockford Pigeon Mountain, w/50 miles horse riding trails, 5 Barns w/stalls, abundant game & wildlife, magnificent vista views of untouched land, historic Desoto Falls
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Kindly keep pets off furniture.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Hang Gliding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$129/nt .. $199/wknd .. $499/wk(5 nts.)...$99/additional nts.,$10 per dog/nt
Special Rates Also Available for Extended Stay.
SEE BELOW FOR THE HOLIDAY RATE:
$149/nt
50% deposit required, thanks!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2007
My husband and I are
The Unique Benefits of this House
This house will remind you of your grandmother's house, and when you stay here, you will not have a care in the world. At "The Flarity House," there is always a gentle breeze and clean air. The huge trees in the yard cast a comfortable shadow on the front porch. This house has more native shrubs, trees, and flowers in the yard than any house on Lookout Mountain. There are numerous outdoor recreation opportunities in the area; including, the lake with fish in the back yard.
Property Photos
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