Cottage in Alabama
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this cottage rental
Escape to riverside tranquility at The Shire. A quant, quarried from the river stone cottage nestled on the banks of Little River. Wake up to breathtaking river views from the master bedroom and unwind in the cozy living room, complete with a stone gas log fireplace. Step outside and soak in the scenery from the screened-in deck hot tub or gather around the fire pit on the stone patio for an evening of roasting marshmallows. With a private boat dock and provided kayaks, adventure awaits right at your doorstep (don't forget your life jackets!). The fully fenced yard offers a safe haven for your furry friends, while the modern, fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances makes meal preparation a breeze. When you're ready to explore, you're just a short drive from downtown Mentone, Desoto State Park, and Cloudland State Park, offering endless opportunities for outdoor recreation and scenic exploration.
Guests will be required to complete a rental agreement, provide a valid photo ID, and submit a refundable damage deposit hold. This property welcomes up to 2 dogs with prior approval and applicable pet fee.
Guests will be required to complete a rental agreement, provide a valid photo ID, and submit a refundable damage deposit hold. This property welcomes up to 2 dogs with prior approval and applicable pet fee.
Amenities
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
TV
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Parking Available
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Dryer
Washer/dryer
Patio
Kitchenware
Garden
Stove
Laundry services
Fireplace
Waterfront
Bath or shower
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Towels
Linens
Dining table
Hairdryer
Fire extinguisher
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Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Our stay was exactly what we needed. It was quiet, relaxing and the cottage was lovely. It rained most of our stay, so sadly we didn’t get to use the kayaks on the river.
8 / 10Excellent·Jul 2026
I try to be that person that gives honest feedback when leaving reviews because I use them so much before I book a place. I also try and give grace where it’s due and not harp on the smallest of things. So here it goes……. We booked The Shire as a birthday present to kayak, kayak fish, hike, and relax. One of the things that stood out about this place was that it was on the water. We had 4 adults staying here and all of us were going to use kayaks. We brought two kayaks with us to equal 4 (1 for everyone) and were frustrated when we got there and found out that one out of the two furnished kayaks had a big crack in the bottom. So that left one person behind. There were also multiple pier and deck boards that were rotten. There is a huge rock right on the water so we ended up fishing off of that. If you bring bigger vehicles, get ready for the vines growing along the driveway fence to run down the side of your vehicle and get in the way when loading and unloading your bags. The driveway is small and has bushes growing alongside the opposite side of the driveway. All in all, the place worked for us but we would not necessarily book here again. I was sad not to see any fishing reviews before we booked, so I wanted to leave one for others. This little “creek” leads into a lake. There’s a historic dam on it, great for hiking. In the hot summer months, don’t waste your time fishing during mid-day. Fish small topwater baits at sunrise and sunset and you will have a blast.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
We love the quiet and beautiful surroundings at the Shire. We enjoyed kayaking on the river and it was overall very peaceful. We took our dog for her first adventure away from home and she also gives it 5 stars!
6 / 10Average·Oct 2025
There were bugs and spiders, also not as clean as it should be. The rug in the livingroom was so dirty it should be replaced. Livingroom furniture was very uncomfortable to sit on.There were splatters on the window over the sink and food splatters on the side of the fridge.The entire place needs to be deep cleaned and trimming needs to be done along with other yard work. I realize it is in the woods and is pet friendly but it was not worth what we paid for the stay. I forgot to mention we had to wash the blanket before we could sleep under it, it had pubic hair on it, not good!!! We will not book this place again and we were celebrating my 77 birthday, there were times I just wanted to leave but we had paid for two nights so we toughed it out! Future renters beware.
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Top rated by guests
9.8Outstanding
(218 Ratings)
"Our stay was exactly what we needed. It was quiet, relaxing and the cottage was lovely. It rained most of our stay, so sadly we didn’t get to use the kayaks on the river."
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