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Guest: billy (Gonzales,La.)
Date of Stay: 05/08/12 Review Submitted: 05/14/12

We stayed at Stoneridge#1 and had a breath taking view along with all the amenties that, this property had to offer was suberb. Jerome and Liz are such wonderfull people with that great southern charm. Highly recommend to serious inquiries that just want to enjoy the beauty of the mountains and relaxe. The interior of this property was so pleasantly displayed and has the appearance of a home you would see in better homes and garden magazine.It was difficult to have to leave such a warm and cozy home. We will never forget our great stay. Billy ,Linda & Dad Gonzales,La.

Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

The Perfect Getaway!

Guest: Dena & Don (Dauphin Island, AL)
Date of Stay: 04/23/12 Review Submitted: 05/01/12

We stopped here for one night on our way elsewhere to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We were so impressed that we ended up staying our entire trip here and canceling our reservations elsewhere. We loved Stoneridge Cottage II. The cleanliness and the furnishings were outstanding. The owners were very accommodating. And there are not enough words to describe the breathtaking sunset views. We would recommend this getaway to anyone looking for the perfect place!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Guest: Robin (Decatur, AL)
Date of Stay: 02/11/12 Review Submitted: 02/22/12

My husband and I loved this cottage! It was so cute, cozy and quiet and just perfect for a long weekend get-a-way. We will definitely be back, :)

Recommended for:Girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Tranquility

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/12/11 Review Submitted: 10/04/11

Wow! This view is like something out of a movie. The cottage is beautiful and so well-appointed. Warmth and peace surround this awesome setting. We have enjoyed every minute of our stay and will leave relaxed and renewed until we return for another dose of heaven. Thank you for your hospitality and kindness.

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Wow, what an AWESOME hidden gem!

Guest: Kathy (Byron Center, Michigan)
Date of Stay: 04/20/11 Review Submitted: 04/25/11

What a wonderful, relaxing get away! Everything was beautiful, clean and all the little extras just topped it off! We will definitely be back! The Stephens were wonderful hosts!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Get Away

Guest: Pastor Grace Crossroad Church (Tupelo,MS)
Date of Stay: 03/22/11 Review Submitted: 03/30/11

Stayed a couple of nights just to break the norm & hideaway.Cottage had a restful decor that encouarged you to sit on sofa with a cup of coffee,prop your feet up & enjoy the view! A scenic drive by way of Desoto parks waterfall to Ft.Payne for great resturants.Owners took great care in suppling amenities & little items like coffee, filters, seasonings & the such.Loved the train in valley with the distant cry of it's horn which from the bluff looked like a miniature I played with as a kid.Cottage very clean & maintained.Beds are wonderful! Sitting & bedrooms on opposite ends makes for great privacy.Been renting & driving to Gatlinburg for cabins for many years but no more 8 hr car prison for us! Would have given 5 1/2 star rating if hot tub would have privacy screen but we'll be back soon!

Recommended for:Age 55+, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Best Place I Have Ever Stayed in Mentone! Fantastic Brow View, Gracious Furnishings, Historic Style

Guest: Ria (Northport, Alabama, U.S.A.)
Date of Stay: 11/20/10 Review Submitted: 12/03/10

I have been coming to Mentone for 35 years, and I must say Stoneridge Cottage is the most delightful place yet! We so appreciate the attention to details given in anticipating needs of guests. It is so much more relaxing to come to a place with comfortable bedding, luxurious linens, plenty of towels and paper products, even laundry & dish detergent (!). The cottage is charming beyond measure in history, traditional Mentone style, and gracious appointments. We enjoyed the gas logs in the original stone part of the cottage. The stunning view from the brow is the most special part of all. Location perfect. Screen porch and hot tub great pluses. Spotless. Everything you need is here. Walk to sweet, artsy downtown Mentone in 5 minutes. There really are two separate suites on opposite ends of the house, each with its own romantic bedroom, bath, and living area. Nice big kitchen, too. Thank you so much. Victoria, Paige, Mendel & Bea

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

Stoneridge Girls Weekend

Guest: Kimberly (Glencoe, AL)
Date of Stay: 10/01/10 Review Submitted: 10/04/10

I can not say enough about what a great experience we had staying at stoneridge cottage this weekend for my sisters bachelorette party. The cottage is gorgeous and the amenities are perfect. Jerome and Liz came by and were very kind! We are already trying to plan the next trip to Mentone to stay with the family at the cottage. It really feels like a home away from home. It is much more unique than any mountain cabin I have ever stayed in and the views are gorgeous! I can't say enough good things about this trip. It was perfect :)

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Beautiful Homey Cottage

Guest: Mountain Lover (Odenville, Alabama)
Date of Stay: 07/16/10 Review Submitted: 08/25/10

My husband and I (and our Pomeranian puppy) stayed here for a long weekend in July and would definitely come back. The cottage is gorgeous inside with its stone fireplaces and wood floors, and the view from the hot tub outside is wonderful. There are two widely separated living areas, so if one of you likes to read and the other watches television, the reader will not hear the television. Both bedrooms boast very comfortable beds with cozy quilts. Best of all, if you have a problem with anything, your landlord will be right over....He lives next door and is a super-nice man! There is a little park nearby that you can visit, and the best restaurant in town is within walking distance. The Wildflower is a great place to relax and enjoy the upscale cuisine and live music. Mentone is in a dry county, but most restaurants in the area will let you bring your own booze. If you forget, Georgia is about 5 miles from downtown Mentone, and there is a liquor store right over the line. You will not be disappointed if you stay in this charming old cottage.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Location, beautiful views, unique cottage

Guest: krazi4travel (Bay St Louis, MS)
Date of Stay: 06/26/10 Review Submitted: 06/27/10

Everything about this cottage is perfect! If you are looking for a relaxing location with beautiful views - this is it. The cottage has so much charm. The original stone part of the cottage adds so much charm and the screened porch with the views of the valley below is a great place to relax. It's just a short drive to Desoto Falls and Desoto State Park. A little farther down the road is Little River Canyon. The cottage is in such a convenient location but you feel like you are in a secluded location. I would highly recommend this place to anyone!

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

Guest: Teresa and Donna, Ancherage, AK and Ashville, AL
Date of Stay: 04/07/10 Review Submitted: 04/10/10

This cottage was the perfect p;ace to stay while exploring Desoto State Park for a few days. Loved the feel of history at this cottage and Mentone. The view was delightful! Great beds and linens, too. Hope to visit Mentone again one day. I love small, quiet communities with frendly people.

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Guest: Ralph & Maria, AShville, AL
Date of Stay: 04/04/10 Review Submitted: 04/10/10

Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful cottage. You provide everything to make your guests feel like they are home. We enjoyed our time relaxing while gazing across the breathtaking view. We truly needed a break from our hectic lives and your cottage provided that break and then some. Thanks again for everything.

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Guest: Pat Wade (Dacula, GA)
Date of Stay: 01/20/10 Review Submitted: 01/20/10

Thanks for a fantastic visit! The cottage was perfect for a girls weekend. Although the weather wasn't great, we were perfectly happy to stay inside, enjoy the view, play games and talk and talk...We will be back and maybe next time we will get in some hiking!

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Wonderfully Romantic Christmas Getaway!

Guest: Casey (Alabama USA)
Date of Stay: 12/23/09 Review Submitted: 10/31/10

My husband and I stayed at Stoneridge Cottage Christmas 2009 for a lovely mini-vacation. Wildflower Cafe was very good; highly recommend. As some of the other reviewers mentioned, Mentone is dry, so be sure to bring your own wine, etc. The restaurants will let you bring in your "juice" and will give you "juice glasses" LOL. Desoto Falls is a must! The cottage is so unique and oozes with history and nostalgia. We would have liked for the hot tub area to be a tad more private, as the owners live next door, but the view is so awesome that it certainly wasn't a big deal. Seeing the train roll through the mountains and valley below was a gorgeous site and the sunsets...AMAZING! The owners, Jerome and Liz were very nice and accommodating. We would definitely stay here again!

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/21/09 Review Submitted: 08/21/09

What an absolutely fabulous place to stay in the Mentone area. 1) Excellent and friendly hosts 2) Fantastic View; you will pay much more for the same view elsewhere with less size 3) Roomy, comfortable for two couples; kitchen well stocked, well decorated. 4) The price is right 5) Location. Walking distance to a nearby park on the brow (like you need to with the view at the cottage), and to the town of Mentone itself. 6) A screened in porch. These are becoming increasingly rare, but if you enjoy the clean outdoor air and the view of the valley below, it can't be beat. The porch also is well appointed with various comfortable furniture too. Liz and Jerome, we will definitely return. To the readers: What's not to like?

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/19/09 Review Submitted: 01/19/09

What a fabulous cottage! The weather was not very good for those few days, but we had a great time just stay in the cottage looking down the valley right from the window. We enjoyed the hottub with the view too! So spacious that we only used half of the cottage. Very well decorated! We love it! Have to go back again!

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Guest: Nick and Debbie Wiggins (Red Bay, Al. )
Date of Stay: 05/10/08 Review Submitted: 05/10/08

I can't say enough about the cottage! Pictures can't give you the feel of the heart and soul that is in this house. Liz and Jerome have done a wonderful job marrying the old with the new. The detail is amazing and the comfort unsurpassed. I appreciate them sharing this little piece of heaven with us.

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Guest: Kimberly Ford (Pell City, AL)
Date of Stay: 04/02/08 Review Submitted: 04/02/08

This cottage was a wonderful relaxing getaway. With the stone floors, the history in photographs displayed on the wall and the inviting charm of the entryway fireplace, this cottage exudes relaxation. The cottage is stocked with EVERYTHING you need, including plenty of cookware, dishes and charm!!! If you plan a trip to Mentone, this is the place to stay, with sweeping views and charm. Plan in advance since this cottage stays booked.

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Guest: peggy adams (destin, fl and oxford, ms)
Date of Stay: 08/16/07 Review Submitted: 08/16/07

the combination of the old, old, stone fireplaces, floors & doors, blended with the homey addition of modern needs is a statement of sanctuary sensed just entering this cottage. add peacefulness, privacy, attention to detail, a storybook view (including a train crossing "way" down in the vally below),.......well, you just feel the love that went into this cottage now being enjoyed by the family's 4th generation. it's my safe haven & secret place. i adore it. thank you liz & jerome for the all your sweet touches. peggy adams

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Guest: Michael and Jodie
Date of Stay: 01/19/07 Review Submitted: 01/18/07

We had a wonderful, wonderful time. This cottage is beautiful as is the area. I will definitely be returning. Your hospitality is unmatched. We loved it.

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Guest: Daryl and Fran
Date of Stay: 10/17/06 Review Submitted: 10/16/06

It rained... the wind howled… the power went off… yet Stoneridge Cottage was a safe haven for our weary souls. Thank you for providing this beautiful retreat. We left refreshed and ready to face the world again. May God richly bless each and every traveler who rests in this spectacular place.

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Guest: Jay and Kathy
Date of Stay: 10/15/06 Review Submitted: 10/14/06

What a delightful weekend! The cottage is war and inviting and the view is magnificent. This is sure to become one of our favorite, repeat get-always. Can’t wait to return.

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Guest: Jim and Shelley
Date of Stay: 05/30/06 Review Submitted: 05/29/06

Thank you for sharing this gem with us. It’s so nice to see someone cherish their family history so much. If this place was a secret before it’s not any more. We’re going to tell everyone we know what a wonderful time we had here.

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Guest: The “Gilmore Girls”
Date of Stay: 05/06/06 Review Submitted: 05/05/06

What a wonderful get-away. Breathtaking view, so will equipped, gracious hosts. We plan to come again. And, oh yes – the hot tub topped it all off.

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Guest: Thelma, Mel and Cheryl
Date of Stay: 05/01/06 Review Submitted: 04/30/06

We have had a wonderful time. Stoneridge was a perfect place for us to stay and we go home with happy memories and look forward to coming back someday. Thank you for all the care and love you have put into the your family home that has come down to you over so many generations.

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Guest: John & Darnielle
Date of Stay: 04/10/06 Review Submitted: 04/09/06

What a wonderful getaway! Your thoughtfulness made our “honeymoon” that much better. We look forward to coming back very soon and we will look forward to the relaxation that is so easily found here.

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Guest: Jim & Val
Date of Stay: 03/19/06 Review Submitted: 03/18/06

Wow – Wonderful!!! This has been a great getaway. Your cottage is so cozy and warm. You both are fantastic hosts. Our last night was spent in the hot tub after watching the beautiful sunset. We almost never went back inside. The train coming through the valley was such a treat. We hope to be seeing you soon, as we will be staying again.

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Guest: Emily6 (Huntsville, Alabama)
Date of Stay: 03/08/06 Review Submitted: 03/08/06

Stoneridge Cottage is a lovely place to stay on the edge of the mountain in Mentone. The decorations are tasteful and interesting, the kitchen is well stocked, and the place is very comfortable. I would highly recommend it.

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Guest: Greg and Dede
Date of Stay: 02/19/06 Review Submitted: 02/18/06

What a lovely cottage! It was the perfect setting for a peaceful birthday…and what better place to spend a cold, icy day. You have put so much hard work and effort into creating this haven. You have preserved the history without eliminating the comfort.

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Guest: Junior and Donna
Date of Stay: 02/17/06 Review Submitted: 02/16/06

What a joyful arrival! Stepping thru this cottage door was kike stepping back into peaceful times of days gone by. We’ve been blessed finding such wonderful hosts and such a blissful place

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Guest: Brian & Misty
Date of Stay: 02/02/06 Review Submitted: 02/01/06

Thank you so much for allowing us to stay at your lovely cottage. The only thing better than the spectacular view and charming home was your hospitality. We had a wonderful time and we are already planning many more trips. This was the perfect spot to celebrate our anniversary.

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Guest: Jim & Kelly
Date of Stay: 01/15/06 Review Submitted: 01/14/06

Thank you for opening your home to share with those of us who are looking for a brief “home away from home.” Our visit has been very relaxing- just what we were looking for! Your cottage is beautiful and all of the little extra touches you’ve put into it make it a wonderful place to visit. Everything is perfect.

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Guest: Herman and Sadie
Date of Stay: 12/12/05 Review Submitted: 12/11/05

We thank you from the bottom of our heart for the stay here. It is absolutely gorgeous. You have done a marvelous job on the cottage. We love it and will be back again.

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Guest: Sam & Deidra
Date of Stay: 10/30/05 Review Submitted: 10/29/05

Our hobby is exploring the countryside for cozy, out of the way, interesting retreats. So far, Stoneridge Cottage is our favorite. Well done, well appointed, serene and private with a beautiful, peaceful view. We will be back.

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Guest: LAURA & TED
Date of Stay: 10/17/05 Review Submitted: 10/16/05

We enjoyed our stay here so very much. From the time we pulled into the drive until the time we reluctantly left, we felt we were blessed with enchantment. The love, care and attention to detail is in every corner of the cottage. Of all the many places in Mentone we’ve stayed, this is the best. We will certainly be return customers. We are grateful for the serenity and peace we received from our stay here

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Guest: Ralph and Gail
Date of Stay: 09/29/05 Review Submitted: 09/28/05

Thank you for providing us the opportunity to stay at Stoneridge Cottage. It is obvious you have taken great care in its restoration. Its comfort is matched by its beauty. We will look forward to returning in the near future.

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