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Luxury cabin above Desoto Falls in Mentone,AL; Central Time See “Overview”

Riverside cottage with kitchen and balcony

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THE FINEST LOCATION in MENTONE, ALABAMA
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ATOP LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN
View of falls from any room & porch
Cottage view from driveway
Early fall at Cliff House - No finer venue in Mentone.
Screen porch inside overlooking falls & canyon

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 41300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, DeSoto Falls
  • Place, Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort
  • Place, DeSoto State Park

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Blue Room

1 Queen Bed

Green Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Blue Room Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Green Room

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Luxury cabin above Desoto Falls in Mentone,AL; Central Time See “Overview”

“Cliff House” is one of a kind, and we invite you to experience the magic our family has enjoyed on this property for over 80 years. Once here you will not want to leave, and anticipate returning year after year. Secure your reservation for an experience of shear magic you will treasure forever.

NOT SUITABLE FOR VERY YOUNG CHILDREN DUE TO HIGH BEDS AND CLIFF TERRAIN

NON-SMOKING PROPERTY

NO PETS PERMITTED.

Be sure to check out our companion cottage for rental on this estate VRBO.com/1335112.

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These will be your favorite places to stay in Mentone, and by all accounts The Cliff House is one of the most spectacular cottage views in the southeastern United States Appalachian Mountains. No other venue in Mentone has this incredible vista. Review the photographs on this web page to see the spectacular views from Cliff House. These are your views upon awakening each morning, dining in or sitting on the screen porch hypnotized by the incredible natural beauty and sounds of the waterfall.
WiFi service covers the entire property, and full cell phone service from any vendor is available using WiFi technology (refer to Telephone... listing under amenities). You can also see a list of all amenities available.

At Cliff House enjoy a three season screened porch facing Desoto Falls and a breathtaking view into the canyon basin and the Little River 120 feet below.

Cliff House has two bedrooms with queen size beds both with views of the Falls with private baths. Both bed rooms are on the same floor with rest of the house. A half bath is available for your guests. The house includes a fully equipped gourmet kitchen with dishwasher, drip multi cup coffee maker, microwave, refrigerator/ice maker,dining area accommodating six, gas fireplace, washer and dryer, and the screened porch with balcony/deck and gas grill overlooking the Falls.
Cliff House accommodates four adults, and additional overnight guests are not allowed. Bedrooms are suitable for older children. Each accompanying child is considered a traveler.

Parking for two vehicles is on site, and overflow parking for daytime guests accommodated at street side. A second cottage facing the woods is now being offered, and this one is handicap/wheelchair accessible with separate dedicated handicap parking, including first floor bath and kitchen with no architectural barriers to wheel chair usage.

Cliff House and adjacent cottage are a three minutes walk to Desoto Falls overlook and Lake Desoto in Desoto State Park both visible from the cabin. Swimming and canoe launch are available at the park. Cliff House is three miles from the historic town center of Mentone Alabama where restaurants, shopping, banking and service stations are located. The property is 20 miles from The Little River National Preserve and Visitors Center administered by The National Park Service. Desoto State Park (Lodge and Restaurant) is a four mile drive. Driving to other cities; about 2 1/2 hours to Atlanta Georgia, Birmingham Alabama, or Nashville Tennessee and 45 minutes from Chattanooga Tennessee. These cities are all served by regularly scheduled commercial flights with Chattanooga (CHA) being the most convenient. Plan your romantic week-end or longer In the serene mountain magic surrounding Cliff House almost in heaven.
The check in time is 3PM and checkout at 11AM. No pets or smoking on the property.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
Entertainment of 8-10 day guests acceptable
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Cliff House is a NON SMOKING PROPERTY
Gas fireplace must be OFF when leaving house or re
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY 4 NO EXCEPTIONS
No firearms permitted on the property.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Entertainment of 8-10 day guests acceptable
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mentone

Located in Mentone, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Fort Payne Depot Museum and Dekalb Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Payne Boom Town Historic District and Fort Payne Main Street Historic District. 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.
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Mentone, AL

What's nearby

  • DeSoto Falls - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort - 8 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Mentone Town Hall - 9 min drive - 4.9 km
  • The Gourdie Shop - 11 min drive - 8.2 km
  • DeSoto State Park - 13 min drive - 9.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Hatter Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Craigsmere - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Wildflower Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Seabolt’s Street Tacos - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury cabin above Desoto Falls in Mentone,AL; Central Time See “Overview” pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury cabin above Desoto Falls in Mentone,AL; Central Time See “Overview”?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury cabin above Desoto Falls in Mentone,AL; Central Time See “Overview”?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury cabin above Desoto Falls in Mentone,AL; Central Time See “Overview” located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from DeSoto Falls and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort. Mentone Town Hall and Eagle Nest are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 505 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience and location. Just what we needed after a hard couple months. Looking forward to make new reservations in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
OThis was third visit to the Cliff House. Enjoy it every time!House is beautiful, has every amenity you need and my favorite spot is the screened in porch overlooking the falls. Mentone is a quaint little town, DeSoto Falls state park has plenty of walking trails. Owner is always available and helpful. Will return!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Never disappoints. We always have a nice, relaxing stay. Balpha is a wonderful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Recent stay

Great get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cliff House at Desoto Falls

My wife and I had a wonderful time in Mentone. This is a spectacular location with a great view of the Falls. The house is well designed, well maintained, and beautiful.We hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

Wonderful experience in a beautiful location. One of the best rentals we have ever stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream come true

My husband and I stayed four days a nights. We were already familiar with the area. We have wanted the opportunity to view Desoto Falls from a different perspective and it did not disappoint! We could see and hear the falls from every room and from the screened deck. It was very relaxing. The house was well equipped for our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

KYNA S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect as always

Our first time to stay in cooler weather but it was great - even got to visit the Mentone Fall Festival. This is the perfect getaway for adults who are happy to just relax and enjoy the scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

20th Anniversary Trip

This place was awesome to stay at and the owner was very helpful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful getaway!

A most enjoyable time - beautiful house and beautiful scenery! We will be going back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Thanksgiving retreat

House was the perfect place to reconnect with peace and quiet and family time at Thanksgiving. Views are spectacular and the house is beautifully appointed. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camdin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Desoto Falls Cabin

Great place, exceptional in all ways. I highly reccomend! We really enjoyed staying there and will be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Place Ever

This is the cleanest place that we have ever stayed. Whenever we visit, I find it difficult to leave. It has become a tradition for my husband and I to visit Mentone and stay at Balpha's. He is a wonderful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best view on the mountain

Very relaxing with the best view on the mountain!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darryl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cliff House

This place was exactly what I was hoping for when I planned this trip. The cabin is well maintained, clean and beautiful. It was an ideal location to view the waterfall from the outdoor porch, screened in porch and even the two bedrooms. The trails are in walking distance and they weren't crowded. My only complaint is that both stand up showers are very small. I look forward to planning another trip to the same location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful relaxing view

We loved our stay at the cliff house! Back screened in porch was amazing to sit in the mornings & evenings. Will definitely stay again! Has a homey feel. Owner was super nice & friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles T., Birmingham, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rooms with a view

We had a pleasant stay in this lovely, well appointed home with a spectacular views.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place to relax and unwind

We throughly enjoyed our stay here. The views are amazing and the atmosphere is peaceful and relaxing. The house was very clean and inviting. Our favorite part was definitely the porch over looking the waterfall. This place is just magical!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fiends retreat

We love this perfect house. This was our 3rd visit and have already booked our next trip. The view is incredible. The house is clean and has everything you will need to enjoy your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allyson W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

Relaxing trip with friends. Would love to come back again. House was just simply gorgeous inside, and screened in porch was heaven to sit on listening to the falls.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica K., Cullman, Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular stay in Mentone

What a spectacular experience we had in Mentone! The cabin is clean and well appointed, and the view is top notch. We made memories as a family that we will not forget. I hope to return soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Can’t say enough good things about this cabin. The view is breathtaking. The cabin is clean, comfortable and beautiful. Owner was incredibly friendly and helpful. We will be back SOON!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary getaway

I love this home. Very clean and has everything you need. The waterfall is so relaxing. It’s the perfect place to relax. I hope to be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place

Spacious, clean, spectacular views, well equipped, subtle touches like fresh flowers and original art pieces. Owner greeted us and insured we were familiar with all amenities. Serene and quiet, perfect for relaxing getaway. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

George H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second stay at Cliff House

Cliff House is perfect for two couples. Matching bedrooms and bathrooms at each end. Kitchen and Den in the middle. Great layout.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan Collins

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Cliff House was constructed in 2017 on the brow cliff overlooking Desoto Falls on property owned by our family since 1945. Cliff House was developed with vacationers in mind specifically as a retreat for spiritual reflection, and as an offering for others to experience this spectacular natural wonder. Cliff House is a single floor home with both bedrooms in gables on opposite ends of the house. The estate includes The Cliff House finished in 2017 and our newest offering Canyon Falls Cottage a woodland cottage with two bedrooms on separate floors and private baths. This cottage was designed without architectural barriers Impeding wheelchair access. and a handicap transfer first floor shower. This cottage is available to accommodate additional guests when reserved at the time Cliff House is rented or available as an independent rental. The cottage is on this website with locator number 1335112. If wishing to rent both, availability calendars for both properties must be viewed simultaneously and show availability for dates requested. The two must then be reserved separately.

Why they chose this property

Because there is no other like “Cliff House”. “FEEL the MAGIC” of your vacation rental immediately on arrival. It is without equal and one spectacular place of a lifetime, all in Mentone, Alabama. You will be beckoned back to “Cliff House” year after year.

What makes this property unique

The Cliff House is an elegant cabin with magnificent views of Desoto Falls from every room in the house. Our pictures cannot possibly convey the peaceful serenity awaiting you at this ancient site on Lookout Mountain, a truly spiritual experience.

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