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Luxury cabin above Desoto Falls in Mentone,AL; Central Time See “Overview”
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2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 41300 sq ft
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Mentone, AL
- Place, DeSoto Falls3 min walk
- Place, DeSoto State Park10 min drive
- Place, Cloudland Canyon State Park33 min drive
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.
Please review amenities available.
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.
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.
Please review amenities available.
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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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Events
No events allowed
Entertainment of 8-10 day guests acceptable
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Cliff House is a NON SMOKING 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 attractions include The Gourdie Shop and Dekalb County VFW Agricultural Fairgrounds. Dekalb VFW Agricultural Fairgrounds and Alabama Fan Club and Museum 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
- DeSoto Falls - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- DeSoto State Park - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
- Little River Canyon National Preserve - 29 min drive - 34.9 km
- Cloudland Canyon State Park - 33 min drive - 53.8 km
- Weiss Lake - 44 min drive - 59.8 km
Restaurants
- The Hatter Cafe - 12 min drive
- McDonald's - 18 min drive
- Craigsmere - 21 min drive
- Wildflower Cafe - 8 min drive
- Elevation. Bistro - 9 min drive
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3 Mar, 2026
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17 Jul, 2025
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Incredible get away
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Great location!
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About the host
Hosted by Susan Collins
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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