10/10 Excellent
C. C.
Jul 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
C. C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Charming, historic riverfront lodge
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123600 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Mobile, AL
- Hank Aaron Stadium7 min drive
- Mobile Cruise Terminal13 min drive
- Dauphin Street14 min drive
- Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)24 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Adjoining bedroom
2 Twin Beds
Daisy Room
2 Twin Beds
Marbury's Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Radio Room
2 Twin Beds
River Bedroom
1 Double Bed
3 bathrooms
Green Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Hall Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Master bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Charming, historic riverfront lodge
The Dan de Lion Lodge is a charming, historic home, built in 1918, as a "speak easy" during Mobile's prohibition era. Later it was converted to a home and added on to for family fleeing Nazis during World War II. Newly renovated, it is perfect for family gatherings, retreats, grilling, boating, fishing and relaxing sunsets on the wharf.
Nestled among 7 acres of Live Oaks and Palmettos on the banks of beautiful Dog River, this house is only 15 minutes from Downtown Mobile; a city famous for being the birthplace of Mardi Gras, delicious Gulf seafood and many antebellum homes in its 600 blocks of historic districts.
World famous Bellingrath Gardens is 30 minutes to the south and the beautiful white sand beaches of Dauphin Island are 45 minutes away.
Nestled among 7 acres of Live Oaks and Palmettos on the banks of beautiful Dog River, this house is only 15 minutes from Downtown Mobile; a city famous for being the birthplace of Mardi Gras, delicious Gulf seafood and many antebellum homes in its 600 blocks of historic districts.
World famous Bellingrath Gardens is 30 minutes to the south and the beautiful white sand beaches of Dauphin Island are 45 minutes away.
Property manager
Marbury Buckhaults, Ogden Deaton, Tucker Deaton
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Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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House Rules
Minimum age to rent: 21
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Plenty outdoor areas for smoking
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Mobile
Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Venetia, a neighborhood in Mobile. Mobile Medical Museum and Bragg-Mitchell Mansion are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Westgate Plaza and Theodore Oaks. GulfQuest National Maritime Museum and Gulf Coast Exploreum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
Mobile, AL
What's nearby
- Hank Aaron Stadium - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
- Mobile Cruise Terminal - 13 min drive - 13.8 km
- Dauphin Street - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
- USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park - 16 min drive - 16.9 km
- University of South Alabama - 16 min drive - 16.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Rice Asian Grill & Sushi Bar - 13 min drive
- Patches Lounge - 15 min drive
- Jamaican Vibes Restaurant - 11 min drive
- Starbucks - 10 min drive
- McDonald's - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Lauren H.
Jul 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lauren H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sherry S.
Jul 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene in the City
Sherry S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Linda C.
Jun 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LC
Linda C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay M.
May 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool Property on the Water
Lindsay M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Terry G.
May 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf trip
Terry G.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jared A.
Mar 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Setting!
Jared A.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chef Jo-Jo D.
Mar 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Place
Chef Jo-Jo D.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brett G.
Dec 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful old place
Brett G.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer S.
Dec 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas on the River
Jennifer S.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deanne G.
Jul 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay!
Deanne G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Douglas D.
Oct 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So much charm and history
Douglas D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alan G.
Aug 10, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and great setting.
Alan G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Terri M.
Oct 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place, so charming and unique
Terri M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Simone B.
Apr 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering
Simone B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robyn C.
Sep 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous!
Robyn C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin H.
Mar 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway for Golf Trip
Kevin H.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kate S.
May 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homey unique stay on Dog River
Kate S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Norman D.
Nov 3, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and view of the river
Norman D.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Brenda B.
Jul 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends Getaway
Brenda B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Norman D.
Nov 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Norman D.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Regina B.
Jan 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get together
Regina B.
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kim L.
Jul 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden gem in heart of mobile!
Kim L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kelly K.
Jun 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home, property, & Dog River is absolutely beautiful! Homeowners were amazing.
Kelly K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sarah M.
Oct 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual Gathering
Sarah M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
About the host
Hosted by Marbury Buckhaults, Ogden Deaton, Tucker Deaton
Owners Marbury Buckhaults (Dave), Ogden Deaton (Francie) and Tucker Deaton (Jerad); are siblings who grew up in the house and are thrilled to share their childhood home and grounds with you.
Generations from before and after them have enjoyed the natural beauty surrounding the Dan de Lion Lodge.
Generations from before and after them have enjoyed the natural beauty surrounding the Dan de Lion Lodge.
Why they chose this property
Memories of years spent fishing, crabbing, waterskiing, and sailing with family and friends prompted the owners to retain the property to share its comfortable space and interesting history with families and travellers from all over.
What makes this property unique
7 Acres of Shady Moss Covered Oaks
Wharf
Kayaks
Nearby boat launch
Wharf
Kayaks
Nearby boat launch
Languages:
English
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