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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81880 sq ft
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Mentone, AL
- Place, Mentone Town Hall5 min walk
- Place, Eagle Nest13 min walk
- Place, DeSoto State Park15 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
New Great Room addition, beautifully furnished & ready for your enjoyment!
Escape from the rat race! Say goodbye to the hustle and bustle! Looking for a romantic getaway? Want to experience a taste of heaven in a beautiful mountain setting? Need some personal rejuvenation? Then, this is the place for you, or special guest! A wonderland welcomes you at "Tall Meadow Rue," a beautiful English stone cottage with stained glass windows and upscale decor, nestled in seclusion yet a short stroll from downtown Mentone and all outdoor activities beckoning you in the scenic area surrounding.
The tranquil setting includes a tea house/studio, outdoor chapel, goldfish pond, sculpted European style gardens with exotic plants and iconic figures, stone fire pit, private side porch, and other natural attractions.
Hear the local church bells toll ring on the hour with periodic hymn chimes periodically, plus watch the multi-colored finches and cardinals feed from the spacious side screened porch.
This home and setting could be a perfect mini-retreat getaway, a holistic diversion, an intimate honeymoon, family vacation, women/friends reunion, or the perfect base for area scenic explorations.
Includes free wi-fi, five smart tvs, eco-friendly washer/dryer, wood burning fireplace, gas BBQ grill, bathroom claw foot tub, scenic woodland views,etc.
PLEASE NOTE -- The house sleeps up to eight, and with the new Great Room, comfortably accommodates the maximum guests. We assess additional $25 per person per night extra for those booking beyond four persons.
*** check out our beach place for an impressive ground floor condo (4111 Maravilla complex) at Miramar Beach, in Destin, Florida -- https://www.vrbo.com/747390.
The tranquil setting includes a tea house/studio, outdoor chapel, goldfish pond, sculpted European style gardens with exotic plants and iconic figures, stone fire pit, private side porch, and other natural attractions.
Hear the local church bells toll ring on the hour with periodic hymn chimes periodically, plus watch the multi-colored finches and cardinals feed from the spacious side screened porch.
This home and setting could be a perfect mini-retreat getaway, a holistic diversion, an intimate honeymoon, family vacation, women/friends reunion, or the perfect base for area scenic explorations.
Includes free wi-fi, five smart tvs, eco-friendly washer/dryer, wood burning fireplace, gas BBQ grill, bathroom claw foot tub, scenic woodland views,etc.
PLEASE NOTE -- The house sleeps up to eight, and with the new Great Room, comfortably accommodates the maximum guests. We assess additional $25 per person per night extra for those booking beyond four persons.
*** check out our beach place for an impressive ground floor condo (4111 Maravilla complex) at Miramar Beach, in Destin, Florida -- https://www.vrbo.com/747390.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
*Hand wash pots and pans. Dry and put away. PLEASE RUN DISHWASHER BEFORE YOU LEAVE.
*Leave appliances clean.
*Turn off lights inside and outside. Close and lock porch door.
* Return all remotes to their respective locations.
+* Pet hair, sand, spills are to be removed from house and porch. Brooms, mops, vacuums, cleaning supplies are there for your use.
* Using barbecue grill, please clean the top stainless steel plates. Make sure the gas is off.
* Any chairs/furniture that is moved must be returned to their original place.
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Mentone
Located in Mentone, this holiday home is in the city centre. Fort Payne Boom Town Historic District and Fort Payne Depot Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at DeSoto State Park and Otting Tract Wilderness Management Area. The Gourdie Shop and Dekalb County VFW Agricultural Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Mentone, AL
What's nearby
- Mentone Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Eagle Nest - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- DeSoto State Park - 15 min drive - 12.4 km
- Cloudland Canyon State Park - 31 min drive - 54.1 km
- Rock City - 51 min drive - 90.5 km
Restaurants
- The Hatter Cafe - 4 min drive
- McDonald's - 13 min drive
- Craigsmere - 17 min drive
- Wildflower Cafe - 3 min walk
- Elevation. Bistro - 5 min walk
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Reviews
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10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
11 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Maxwell B.
1 Feb, 2026
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Maxwell B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Blake R.
15 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blake R.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Beth C.
10 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beth C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
christy s.
7 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
christy s.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Greg M.
2 Aug, 2025
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Greg M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deborah M.
5 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Deborah M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cindy F.
4 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short Summer Stay
Cindy F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Billie M.
4 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual girls trip
Billie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bill R.
29 Oct, 2018
Great place. Will return.
Bill R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
10/10 Excellent
Beth H.
31 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home!! Very cozy and comfortable
Beth H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marty B. W.
8 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation at it’s finest
Marty B. W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bekah B.
29 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great retreat!
Bekah B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
phyllis n.
1 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Herbert B.
27 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unique and enjoyable place to stay.
Herbert B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joe P.
22 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home




Joe P.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda W.
9 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay!!
Rhonda W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Larry T.
25 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property




Larry T.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda W.
18 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Rhonda W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard P.
25 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful > Comfy > Peaceful
Richard P.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Priscilla E.
15 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
Priscilla E.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bejay O.
23 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Bejay O.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Vicky H.
3 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Get-Away
Vicky H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erin P.
14 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50th Birthday Moms’ Weekend
Erin P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carole B.
13 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carole B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
About the host
Hosted by Larry Michael
Larry & Kathryn Michael live in Birmingham, Alabama, where Larry serves as a grief counselor/minister, and Kathryn is a retired financial planner. They are the proud parents of a combined family of four children and 13 greats! They reside with Sasha the long-haired sable dachshund and Sophie the french bulldog! They feel privileged to share charming Tall Mountain Rue with you! (phone 205 492 9992)
Why they chose this property
Unbelievable beauty and tranquility with the all-encompassing sights and sounds of nature close to the town center of Mentone.
What makes this property unique
A place for retreat, and convenient base for scenic exploration in the pristine mountainous community
Languages:
English
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