Vacation Rentals by Owner

The best of all places to stay while on a 3 month motorcycle tour across Canada and USA.

Guest: Dr. Feelgood (Toronto, Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/20/12 Review Submitted: 01/22/12

I stopped about 4:30, my usual time, and asked my GPS for a place to stay... and am I glad I did!!! A short 10 minute ride took me to a beautiful and majical place in the forests of Alabama. I have met a lot of people on my trip across Canada and the USA on my international tour and by far the best was my stay with Bob and Dianna that stretched from a one night stay to a full week... wow... what great people and beautiful countryside. Taladega Raceway was a blast. I was made to feel right at home in beautiful settings with everything supplied that a guy could want right at hand. I am planning a trip with Blue Creek Lodge as a destination. What more can be said about an incredibly beautiful spot and wonderful people.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Jerri mason

Guest: Mommatree (Midfield, Al.)
Date of Stay: 09/10/10 Review Submitted: 02/05/12

Wow me and my grandparents enjoyed our time here for my grand-daddy's 70 bday . Mr. Bob and his wife were so nice to us . I ws wishing to come back asap , I'm able to sign on so that's why this entry is so late thank you guys for showing us the best time love The Mason family by the way me and the guy I was dated got married so my last name changed to Hutchins I even miss the 4 leg baby!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

We felt like old friends!

Guest: Shana & Family (Montgomery, AL)
Date of Stay: 03/18/10 Review Submitted: 03/26/10

The place and the owners are fabulous. Our girls were welcomed by Mr. Bob with a gift; Mrs. Diana told them to pick any flowers they wanted; we had a marshmallow roast; and personl tour of the entire property. The place is so family friendly! The girls hardly wanted to do the other things we had planned they were enjoying our stay so much. We felt like od friends when it was time to go home. We hope to return for another stay. The area is beautiful. There is great hiking and a waterfall nearby. We have already recommended Blue Creek Lodge to friends!

Recommended for:Families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: The Stuart Family (-)
Date of Stay: 10/21/09 Review Submitted: 10/21/09

Wow! Our family of eight stayed at the Lodge for four nights. We loved it! It was SO clean and beautiful. The price was great for all the room and amenities. My kids loved sleeping on the porch, hiking down to the creek, attending a fancy tea party with Mrs. Diana, having marshmallows around the campfire, watching Mr. Bob make quivers and arrows for homemade bows, and running and playing (like kids should) around the beautiful property that Mr. Bob and Mrs. Diana have built together. We really enjoyed visiting with them and they were so generous with ANYTHING we needed. I can't think of one thing you would need to bring other than clothes and food - they have everything!! Also, the lodge is packed with every book you would ever want to pick up on vacation and plenty of magazines. I do mean everything is thought through about how to make your stay pleasurable. We loved it and would recommend either place to anyone headed to or through Alabama. We even entertained family and friends in the cabin while we were there (it was a great half way point for us.) The cabin is really nice and my family was very pleased with their place to stay, too! And this is just a comment about the accommodations - the whole area surrounding them is beautiful too! Just a few miles down the road we saw waterfalls, mountains, streams, rocky ledges, and beautiful trees and flowers. The Cheaha State Park is really close and gives a view from the highest place in Alabama. Awesome with the fall colors! Thank you so much for a memorable vacation! We love you both! We hope to come back soon.

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Guest: Leroy & Barbara Coverdell (Exeter, California)
Date of Stay: 07/11/09 Review Submitted: 07/11/09

Bob and Diana, We couldn't have ask for a nice place to stay while visiting relatives. It was so beautiful there at the lodge, with all the woods and flowers surrounding the lodge. Bob and Diana you guys are like being with family...Thanks for everything.

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Guest: Griggs Family (Dothan, AL)
Date of Stay: 01/21/09 Review Submitted: 01/21/09

First off, the cabin was wonderful and far surpassed all of my family's(2 adults & 2 kids) needs. More importantly, the Manns (Bob and Diana) are wonderful hosts. They made our family part of their family for the weekend. For example, they invited us to a bonfire with their friends and family. My two curious, hyper boys kept asking on the way home "when can we see Mr. Bob and Mrs. Diana again? When can we stay in the cabin again?".

Owner response:Thank you Jason.

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Guest: Lou Thevenot (metairie,LA)
Date of Stay: 01/06/09 Review Submitted: 01/06/09

We had a sudden opportunity to take a 2-day trip, and luckily found Bob and Diane's ad online. I was driving up from New Orleans in bad weather thinking, "Why did I do this? I'm making my family drive 11 hours round trip for a 1-day vacation!" Well from the minute we pulled in to the Blue Creek Lodge until the minute we left, we were in heaven. Bob and Diane made us feel right at home. They shared their kindness, good humor, and their encyclopedic knowledge of local flora, fauna and history. We are champing at the bit to return. No 5-star luxury resort could even come close to matching the experience of visiting the Blue Creek Lodge.

Owner response:Thanks Lou.We ejoyed having you and your family visit.You are fun people!!!!! Diana

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Guest: Pam Goodwin (Oceanside, CA)
Date of Stay: 11/23/08 Review Submitted: 11/23/08

Dear Bob and Diana, Words can not express how much we enjoyed staying at the Blue Creek Lodge. My children and I needed a peaceful and renewing vacation while there daddy was deployed in Iraq for a year. Not only was the cabin charming, beautiful and welcoming, you treated us like family. Thank you for loving on my children. They have wonderful memories of playing in the creek, exploring, dress-up tea parties and both of you. They can't wait to go back and see DiNana and Gramps. Our time there was such a blessing and you will forever have a special place in our hearts. My husband, can't wait to come with us next time. We love you and consider you part of our family. Thank you!

Owner response:Thanks Pam. It was a joy to have you here with us. We look forward your next visit.

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Guest: Laurie, Dave & kids (Covington, LA)
Date of Stay: 09/12/08 Review Submitted: 09/12/08

We fleed Hurricane Gustav and stayed at Blue Creek Lodge. It was absolutely wonderful. Bob and Diana could not have been more friendly or hospitable!!! The cabin was so nice that we really didn't want to leave. We made our hurricane evacuation into a vacation and this was the perfect place to do it. We will definitely go back...

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/04/08 Review Submitted: 09/04/08

I stayed in the cabin for a weekend with some friends and we had an excellent time. Bob and Diana welcomed us with open arms and made us feel like part of the family. The property was beautiful and a great place to relax. We had the opportunity to hear some of their interesting stories at night around the bond fire and can't wait to go back. Thank you for an awesome trip!

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Guest: catherina janssen (AMSTERDAM, the Netherlands)
Date of Stay: 08/24/08 Review Submitted: 08/23/08

Hi Diane and Bob we thank you for the perfect stay at your cosy lodge. We felt like family. The lodge is a great place to stay. And we will rember all the southern hospitality and fun we shared with you Catherine and Hans *the dutchies(

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Guest: Kathrina and Hans (Amsterdam, the Netherlands)
Date of Stay: 08/05/08 Review Submitted: 08/05/08

Thank you Diane and Bob for the perfect,comfortable, funny, talkative warm week we spent in your lodge. From the moment we arrived till we left we felt at home. Hope to see you again!

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Guest: Cathy Rearden (Augusta, GA)
Date of Stay: 07/29/08 Review Submitted: 07/29/08

My husband and I stayed a few days with Diana and Bob. We couldn't have felt more welcome. We rested so well and found our accomodations very relaxing while we were visiting. The cabin was well-eqipped and very comfortable. Diana and Bob were generous with their time and attention to our needs and made us feel right at home. We are looking forward to our next visit.

Owner response:Thank you Cathy,we look forward to your return visit.

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Guest: Sandra16 (Ohio)
Date of Stay: 07/14/08 Review Submitted: 07/14/08

Diane & Bob, Thanks for the wonderful weekend at Blue Creek Lodge. The accomodations, scenery and hospitality were five star! Again, thanks for a great time! Sandra Medina, OH

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/10/08 Review Submitted: 07/10/08

Bob and Diane, The Blue Creek Lodge is absolutely breathtaking! We enjoyed everything and the scenery was beautiful. You both made us feel right at home!

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Guest: JOSEPH JAMES (MONTGOMERY/ALABAMA)
Date of Stay: 06/16/08 Review Submitted: 06/16/08

DIANE..LORD THANK YOU VERY,VERY,MUCH FOR THE TIME AND LOVE THAT YOU AND BOB GAVE ME AND SHAN..WE LOVE YOU GUYS AND YOUR CABINS ARE LIKE BEING CLOSE TO HEAVEN..SO PEACEFUL AND NICE!..WE REALLY ENJOYED THE CAMP FIRE ALSO!!WE LOVE YOU GUYS AND WE LOOKED FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AGAIN SOON!! THANK YOU VERY VERY MUCH. J.J

Owner response:Thank you Joseph. Come back any time. Our love Bob and Diana

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Guest: Kim Showalter (Pace, FL)
Date of Stay: 05/01/08 Review Submitted: 05/01/08

We had an awesome time at Blue Creek Lodge! We loved sitting around the fire and roasting marshmallows. Diana and Bob go out of their way to make you feel at home. My children still talk about Jake dressing up in the clothes Diana had brought up for them to play with. You both made our stay perfect. We loved walking around your property and playing football too. We will definitely be back. We love you guys!

Owner response:Thank you Kim. We enjoyed your family and look forward to seeing you soon. Diana

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Guest: Susan Cotten (Auburn, AL)
Date of Stay: 01/30/08 Review Submitted: 01/30/08

My family stayed in the cabin for a night while visting Talladega for a driver's course. It was a perfect place to come home to after a long hot day at the track. Bob and Diane have done an amazing job in the layout, decorating and little touches. The sleeping porch was our 7 year old's favorite place to curl up with a book and our 3 year old loved the gardens and flowers. We will definitely be back!

Owner response:Thank you Susan! You are a lovely family,we look forward to your next visit. Diana

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Guest: Tripp Williams (Mobile, Al)
Date of Stay: 01/07/08 Review Submitted: 01/07/08

Mr. & Mrs. Mann we thank you for a wonderful time. To anyone interested in visiting Talladega, this is the place to stay. You will not find a cleaner 5 star hotel anywhere in this country. It is nice to be able to sit on the porch in the evenings and listen and hear nothing but the wind blowing.

Owner response:Thank you Tripp,Bob and I enjoyed having you here. I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay here, and that your cabin was 5 star clean. Diana

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Guest: Sandy Campofredano (Fort Myers FLorida)
Date of Stay: 10/04/07 Review Submitted: 10/03/07

HI I would just like tosay that the Blue Creek Lodge is Beautiful peaceful and so relaxing and very comfortable like your own home I have been coming to the lodge for 3 yrs in Oct for the Talladega race, and I could not believe when I arrived the first time and saw all the beauty and this gorgeous cabin that Bob and Diana had built with their heart and soul and tears When I came it was right after hurricane Katrina and I was very lucky that some one told me about VRBO com and I found Diana and Bobs Lodge I called even though they said full due to refugee I called anyway and Wow it was available and I have booked it every year since then my son & I have a great time and we do feel like family Diana and Bob are awesome peole SO do youerself a favor and stay there you will see what I am talking about. BUT ON ON RACE WEEK IN OCT BECAUSE I LL BE THER WITH MY SON THANKS DIANA AND BOB, WE LOVE YOU WE WILL SEE YOU REAL SOON LOVE SANDY and TJ GOD BLESS EVERYONE

Owner response:Thank you Sandy, We love you and Thomas, Bob and Diana

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Guest: Sunshine Jentink (Florida)
Date of Stay: 10/08/06 Review Submitted: 10/08/06

My husband and I stumbled acros this charming little place and fell in love with it. Bob and Dianne are absolutely wonderful and courteous. They did a wonderful job with the cabins. We would highly recommend this cozy retreat to anyone.

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