"Lazy River Cottage" just steps from Desoto Falls on Little River in Mentone, AL
"Lazy River Cottage" is a spacious luxury cottage with beautiful indoor and outdoor water views from almost anywhere on the property. Pick your favorite place to enjoy the outdoor water views from your 30' long covered porch, fire pit, sitting deck, or dock on Little River in Mentone, AL, just steps from Desoto Falls and Desoto Falls Trailhead. From weekend getaways for two to week-long vacations with family and friends, Lazy River Cottage is the perfect place to relax and unwind while making memories to last a lifetime. Book now and experience your new favorite place to slow down, relax and enjoy time with those you love.
Nestled amongst the beautiful forests and rock formations atop Lookout Mountain, Lazy River Cottage is located in the quaint and extraordinary small town of Mentone, AL. This area of Dekalb County is home to Desoto State Park, Desoto Falls, and Little River Canyon National Preserve. There are countless trails, waterfalls, and beautiful scenery to enjoy around every corner.
Follow us at www.littlerivervacay.com or @littlerivervacay on Facebook and Instagram as you prepare for your stay at Lazy River Cottage, your "little piece of paradise".
At Lazy River Cottage, enjoy a 32' long covered sitting porch facing Little River, complete with a 5’ porch swing and 4 of your favorite rocking chairs. Lazy River Cottage has three bedrooms and a sleeping loft. There are two large master bedrooms, both with king beds, private master bathrooms, and a wall of windows with beautiful river views, one on each floor. There is a third bedroom upstairs with a queen bed and semi-private bathroom that is shared with a large sleeping loft. The sleeping loft sleeps four with two twin beds, each with trundles. See the bedroom and bathroom floorplan layouts at our website www.littlerivervacay.com. Downstairs is "wheelchair friendly", not ADA compliant, with 36" doorways, a ramp from the parking area, and a walk-in oversized shower in the master bedroom on the main floor. The first floor also includes a half bath, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, multi-cup coffee maker, microwave, island that seats two , dining area that accommodates eight, gas fireplace, and washer and dryer. The fire pit area includes adirondack chairs for enjoying the nights by the river. There is a sitting area by the water with a floating dock perfect for fishing, swimming, or kayaking.
Lazy River Cottage accommodates a maximum of 10 occupants. Each accompanying child is considered a traveler.
NON-SMOKING PROPERTY NO PETS PERMITTED
Parking for vehicles is on-site. Four Kayaks will be available on property for guest use and require a signed waiver at booking. Additional kayaks and canoes can be rented just steps away at Desoto Falls State Park.
Lazy River Cottage is three miles from the historic town center of Mentone Alabama where restaurants, shopping, banking, and service stations are located. The property is approximately 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. We are about a 2 1/2 hour drive from Atlanta, GA, Birmingham, AL, or Nashville TN, a1 1/2 hour drive from Huntsville, AL, and 45 minutes from Chattanooga, TN.
Look for the "Welcome Book" at the cottage upon arrival for food, recreation, and amenity information you'll want to know about. Also, follow our blog on www.littlerivervacay.com or @littlerivervacay on Facebook or Instagram for updates on some of our family's favorite food and fun in the Mentone area.
The check-in time is 4 PM and check-out at 11 AM.
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No Glitter or items with glitter allowed on property.
Property is located on Little River. Caution: No Lifeguard on Duty. Be Safe! SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK.
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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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Mentone
Located in Mentone, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Fort Payne Boom Town Historic District and Fort Payne Depot Museum are local landmarks, 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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing.
Cloudland Canyon State Park - 36 min drive - 58.2 km
Weiss Lake - 43 min drive - 62.6 km
Berry College - 59 min drive - 80.8 km
Restaurants
The Hatter Cafe - 12 min drive
Craigsmere - 21 min drive
McDonald's - 17 min drive
The Lookout Restaurant - 19 min drive
Wildflower Cafe - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is "Lazy River Cottage" just steps from Desoto Falls on Little River in Mentone, AL pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at "Lazy River Cottage" just steps from Desoto Falls on Little River in Mentone, AL?
As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at "Lazy River Cottage" just steps from Desoto Falls on Little River in Mentone, AL on 7 Sept, 2026 start from S$657, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at "Lazy River Cottage" just steps from Desoto Falls on Little River in Mentone, AL?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at "Lazy River Cottage" just steps from Desoto Falls on Little River in Mentone, AL?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "Lazy River Cottage" just steps from Desoto Falls on Little River in Mentone, AL?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is "Lazy River Cottage" just steps from Desoto Falls on Little River in Mentone, AL located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from DeSoto Falls and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort. Mentone Town Hall and Eagle Nest are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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This property is so clean and well appointed. It was perfect for a girlfriends getaway weekend. It is a great location. We hiked, laughed, and snacked all weekend. Would definitely stay here again.
This is the 3rd time we have rented this property. Everything is immaculate and the location is perfect. The outdoor area is great for both kids and adults.Will stay again.
Our hosts were very welcoming. The cabin was beautiful and just steps from the Desoto Falls. The view of the river was breathtaking. We enjoyed making smores at the fire pit. I highly recommend a stay at The Lazy River Cottage!
This property was a perfect 10! This property seems new. It is very clean. It has a nice living area, well furnished bedrooms, and up to date bathrooms. The kitchen was well stocked w/ pots, pans, appliances. I had everything I needed to cook a full Easter dinner. The BEST part about this cabin is the location!! You don’t have to go anywhere to enjoy the outdoors. The hiking trails for Desoto falls are within walking distance. The cabin sits right on the river and provides 4 kyaks. We kayaked for hours on the river. The host is very communicative and helpful. We do VRBO a good bit and this by far has been my favorite property. We will definitely come here again.
Wonderful property! Our family group enjoyed all aspects of the home: fishing and swimming from the pier, kayaking, fire pit, roaming deer, walking to falls, rocking chair back porch.
Wonderful place for connection with love ones and nature!
We loved the cabin and outside living space! Everything was clean and comfortable! Stefanie is a wonderful host! We will make a plan for a longer stay.
Our family greatly enjoyed our stay at Lazy River Cottage! Everything was clean and organized, and the location is perfection!!! What a fun way it was to ring in the new year!
We had such a wonderful family time. The cabin is excellent; spacious and well laid out. Coffee on the back porch with its view of Little River is peaceful and relaxing.We paddled upstream, and downstream to Desoto Falls. The water was cold and clean. Some fished, some swam, some of us just sat and enjoyed the outdoors.
Great location! So close to the waterfalls, Mentone Market and trails! Delicious food truck right up the way and we used the kayaks all day! Super clean, great beds (including trundle) and supplies for a great weekend with kids and no husbands!
We could not have chosen a better location and home for our women's retreat. We enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere, being on the water. The fire pit was wonderful and we walked to the falls. Simply perfect!
Katy N.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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