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Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Outdoor dining

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

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Mentone, AL
  • The Gourdie Shop
    4 min drive
  • Menlo Park
    10 min drive
  • Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort
    17 min drive
  • Rome, GA (RMG-Richard B. Russell Regional)
    41 min drive

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About the area

Mentone

On lake.You'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of The Gourdie Shop and 9 miles (15 km) of Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Menlo Park and DeSoto State Park.

What's nearby

  • The Gourdie Shop - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort - 17 min drive - 11.2 km
  • DeSoto State Park - 19 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Little River Canyon Center - 34 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Little River Canyon National Preserve - 34 min drive - 33.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hatter Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tigers Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wildflower Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mentone Hardware Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Mountain Inn Restaurant - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gorgeous Views of Lake and River one of a kind property sitting on the dam

Beautiful Lakefront/Riverfront property on crystal clear Lake Lahusage, this is the final property sitting against the Original stone lock and dam of Lake Lahusage, hear the waterfall constantly, view the river and the LAKE, fish for trout, bass, bream and canoe from our private dock. Soak up the views and Bask from the hottub overlooking the lake. Enjoy the views from a multi tiered deck on the back of the cabin or from inside from the multitude of windows. Enjoy a fully stocked kitchen and flat screened TV's, with new furniture and appliances and comfortable beds and linens. Master Bedroom on the main floor. Hardwood floors and uniquely designed rustic interior will provide a comfortable stay for your family!

Please visit this link for a vast history of not only our Lake Lahusage
but Mentone and the entire Lookout Mountain area.

Below is a 1964 newspaper article about the hotel that was never finished at Lake Lahusage.


Floridians find lookout mountain plateau to be ideal summer place.
By Helen Buffington (1964)

At the junction of two rivers on lookout mountain 15 miles west of Summerville stands a half finished hull of a hotel that has fascinated visitors for nearly 40 years. The skeleton of rock and tile, a nearby dam and a scenic lake are all that remain of a dream which flowered during the ebullient 1920s. The Lookout Mountain plateau which straddles the Georgia-Alabama line, with Dekalb county , Alabama on one side and Chattooga County , Georgia on the other, had been discovered by a number of Floridians as the ideal spot for a summer home. In addition to the cool breezes and lovely scenery, the plateau was blessed with three rivers--two small ones known simply as “Fer” and “Near” and Little River (sometimes known as “middle”) which the two formed. It was at this confluence of the rivers that J.B. Pounds, a Florida banker who had a summer home on the mountain, proposed to build a hotel. He interested other investors and the project got underway in 1925. A dam, with a road across the top, was built first. It would create the lake and provide the best access to the site where the hotel was to be built. Oldtimer Louis Tate, who operates a restaurant atop the mountain, says engineers had decided it would take a year for the dam to fill. But heavy rains came shortly after the dam was finished and it was washed downstream overnight. Eventually, the dam was rebuilt and erection of the 200-room hotel got underway a year later. About 300 men were involved in the project, according to Chattooga Countians who worked there. Some boarded in an old mine commissary building a mile west of the hotel site. A coal mine had been in operation there about the turn of the century, says L.P. (Sonny) Woods, Cloudland merchant, with coal cars being routed across Little River and down a rail incline to the valley’s TAG Railroad . It was this mine which gave the lake its name--Lake LaHousage, says Mr. Wood. The mine founders were Lake, House and Sage. The name of the hotel apparently hadn’t been announced, but Mr. Wood says he believes it would have been Hotel LaHousage. Pink and gray mountain sandstone, terra cotta brick, concrete and steel were used in the construction. There was a stone foundation and stone columns were used for the big front porch. The hotel was to have electric heat and its water was from a nearby well. Bath and electrical fixtures had been installed in much of the building, the roof was on and the work “could have been finished in six weeks,” says Lyerly’s Walt Smith who had the plastering contract. Then the blow came. Florida suffered an economic depression and Mr. Pounds and his group were caught in it. They could not meet the payroll and the workers left. Then the depression of 1929 came and crushed all hopes of resuming the project. The Fred McNews occupied the second floor of the building for seven years and Mrs. McNew, who now lives in Kinnard, Florida, recalls both happy and tragic moments in the old hotel. “We met a lot of nice people while there,” she says. “We had lots of visitors on Sundays and the holidays. I remember one day an old man had an icebox and sold cold drinks there.” Mrs. McNew recalls that her first granddaughter was born in the hotel. None of the rooms were really complete, she says, and, in fact, the electricity wasn’t on until the old Civilian Conservation Corps camped there for a time and turned it on. She said the CCC, a product of the depression, improved mountain roads. In the meantime, efforts by the Florida group to get the hotel finished failed. After extensive court litigation, the property was auctioned in a bankruptcy sale to two Rome men… Ten years ago, Jack Jones, a Florida businessman, bought the site, along with other property on the mountain. During the past fifteen years, many summer homes have been built in the area--a total of some 45, and the plateau has prospered. But the old hotel has continued to crumble. Windows were broken out by vandals and thieves had taken away everything which could be pried loose. Then, eight years ago the structure was ravaged by fire. Mr. Jones, the owner, says a group is still interested in building a two-story motel on the old hotel’s base. He emphasized that this is merely in the talking stage and that there is nothing at all definite.“It can be done, however,” he says flatly. In the meantime, the old hotel peers out between the trees and across her litter-strewn yard somewhat like an old recluse who fell short of attaining her dreams of wealth and beauty.
End of newspaper article.










MENTONE

Lookout and Sand Mountains are the southern extremities of the venerable Appalachian Range. This range was once as grand as the European Alps or
the Rocky Mountains; however, the Appalachians are millions of years older, and, consequently, have been eroded to their present size and configuration.
On the western brow of Lookout Mountain, overlooking the sweeping valley below, is Mentone, once a fashionable and popular vacation retreat. Two of the large and once bustling old hotels remain as silent and nostalgic reminders of a time when the "summer people" came in throngs by train to Valley Head, and were carried by horse-drawn carriages, and later by automobiles, to these hotels or to their summer homes where they could rest or play in a pleasant atmosphere.
Mentone was founded by John Mason, a native of New York City, who, as a young man, joined the United States Cavalry and was sent to the Middle West. His parents were interested in the opening of the Oregon territory, but they were city people, comfortably well-to-do, and did not care to face the hardships of a transcontinental trip by wagon and so, instead, they set sail from New York planning to reach Oregon by ship around Cape Horn. Young John expected to join his family later in Oregon, but he received the news that the ship and passengers had been lost, which was the fate of many vessels rounding the treacherous cape.
John Mason decided to remain in the Middle West and settle in Iowa. He proved to be a good businessman, and in time became moderately wealthy. During this period, however, his health began to fail, and believing in the curative value of fresh air and pure water, he traveled extensively to find these resources, and eventually reached Lookout Mountain about twelve miles north of what is now Mentone. He remained there several months, was restored to good health and returned to Iowa. His health began to fail again, so he returned to the mountain and once more regained his strength. Whereupon he traveled back to Iowa, sold his holdings and returned to Lookout Mountain with his family in 1870. He settled in the area of Moon Lake and lived there until his death at the age of 92 in 1911.
Mason wanted others to enjoy the benefits of mountain life and was instrumental in bringing in settlers from distant places. He would tell the newcomers, "Do not come with the expectation of making a fortune, but if your fortune is already made, it is the most wonderful place in the world to live."
Among these early settlers was Dr. John E. Purdon, a retired British Army Surgeon. Dr. Purdon, in turn, encouraged young Englishmen to come and live with him while he taught them how to farm. At least three young men did come, but the venture failed because of one flaw in Dr. Purdon's plan: he knew nothing about farming.
The Purdons lived across the DeSoto River (the West Fork of Little River) from the Masons and were later joined by relatives, the Thomas F. Sproules, a titled Irish family driven out of Ireland during an uprising. The Purdons left Mentone, but the Sproules lived out their lives there and received an annual income from the revenues of their Irish home.
Others came from Maine, among them: Mr. and Mrs. Horatio Libby and their son Ralph, Mr. and Mrs. Alvares Tylers and Gene Tyler. All of these remained except the Alvares Tylers.
Edward Mason was the eldest son of John Mason. His father owned many acres of land all around Mentone so Edward decided to survey streets, name them and build a summer resort. Frank Caldwell came from Ohio, it is thought, to investigate Edward's plans for the building of a hotel on the brow of the mountain. He found the plans quite feasible, and the hotel construction was soon begun. Mentone means "Musical Mountain Spring".We Love Mentone and have multiple cabins here! See our other listings and comments and ratings so that you feel comfortable renting our newest addition! VRBO numbers-
666662, 480579, 1217444, 978404, 778417, 979224

Property manager

Robert Shaffer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Coffee grinder

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Unit size: 2200 sq ft (204 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Gorgeous Views Lake River one Kind Property Sitting dam Cabin
Gorgeous Views Lake River one Kind Property Sitting dam Mentone
Gorgeous Views Lake River one Kind Property Sitting dam Cabin
Gorgeous Views Lake River one Kind Property Sitting dam Mentone
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Gorgeous Views of Lake and River one of a kind property sitting on the dam Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 193 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 193 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 193 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 193 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 193 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend Getaway
We had the best time at River Run! The home was gorgeous and in an ideal location. The owner was very responsive and quick to communicate. I would suggest updating the pots and pans that previous guests have ruined with metal utensils, and some WD40 on the patio doors, but there is nothing that would discourage me from returning! Thank you for a weekend of beautiful memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful fall colors on the lake
Great stay. Property was much nicer than photos show.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H., Denham Springs, LA

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation Vacation
We had a great getaway! Thanks for allowing us the opportunity to stay in this wonderful cabin, and for the lasting memories we made while staying in Mentone!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Peaceful
Great place to relax with friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
October Fun
Great property - will definitely be returning next fall!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

J P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and relaxing
The property was great. Great views, clean and relatively close to all attractions. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Get Away
Had a great time to relax & unwind! Hope to return again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect relaxing getaway ❤️
This was the most beautiful and super clean home and property. Most everything we needed was there or not too far away. Couldn't have asked for better weather, and the leaves were just beginning to change. Unfortunately we didn't canoe until the last afternoon, because that would have been a daily outing. The dam and trail to it is right next door which was just beautiful as well. I usually have issues with beds, but this bed was quite comfortable. I love watching the moon, and also just happened to be there on the full moon and an unexpected eclipse as well! It came up directly over the water which was a terrific surprise!! ❤️ We will definitely be back and will recommend this beautiful home to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house by the dam
We loved our stay at this property! Our crew included kids ranging from 10 months old to 10 years old. They all had a blast! The boys enjoyed fishing from the dock (buy some worms) and swimming off the dock. We strolled down to the dam our second day here and had fun catching little brim with almost every cast. We booked this cabin for its' close proximity to Desoto State Park, Little River Canyon National Preserve, and Cloudland Canyon State Park (Georgia) where we did hikes to view waterfalls. This house had everything we needed (listen to owner's advice on what to bring)! I was thankful there was wifi to connect to because we had zero service with AT&T. We ate in town at the Wildflower Cafe as recommended and it was very good! Highly recommend making reservations in advance. Mentone Market was a cool place to shop for a variety of souvenirs and snacks. We also picked apples at the Little River Orchard in town. I would definitely book this house again if we were visiting this area! The only thing I wish we would've known to do is to turn on the hot tub at least an hour before being used because the water wasn't up to temp when we went to get in. There are a couple sets of stairs to get down to the dock, but it didn't phase us. I was also glad the inside stairs were covered with carpet so the little ones could safely crawl up them.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerwin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A place to getaway
Great outdoor along the river, fish and kayaks. Would stay again. A place to disconnect from the hustle and bustle.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
My girls and I were looking for a quiet place to spend a few days. This place definitely did not disappoint! It’s breathtakingly beautiful, especially at sunset! We canoed, fished, hiked to the dam, and enjoyed the hot tub! We took a day trip to Ruby Falls in Chattanooga, which was less than an hour drive! Check in and check out was a breeze! 10/10 would recommend this to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakehouse
Very clean lake house with wonderful views. Perfect place for a family to enjoy the water and make memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing waterfront property
Stayed five nights and my family loved playing in the water relaxing on the deck enjoying the hot tub and the beautiful scenery.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

winona r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property!
Loved the house and location! It was well-kept and very clean. The kitchen was well-stocked!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday getaway
Spent the July 4th weekend with my family at this hidden gem. Location was just as advertised with plenty of water activities right out your back door. Enjoyed the seclusion and a chance to unplug!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace on the river
Property was awesome and very well done
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
The property was just as advertised, clean, peaceful and relaxing. We truly enjoyed our stay and can't wait to plan another trip. That said, a few more lights on the stairs heading down from the top deck would be nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Father’s Day Weekend
Our family loved our visit here and have all said multiple times that we cannot wait to go back! The weather was hot, but the location was perfect to cool down in the water and seek refuge in the cozy cabin! We ventured into town for ice cream and pizza and loved that we were close enough to some local civilization, but also tucked away perfectly into the quiet of nature! There really isn’t one single thing our family would change from the booking process, location, cleanliness, amenities, all the way to check out…except maybe to stay longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool getaway
We enjoyed staying at River Run We are not fans of carpet on floors b/c some of us have allergies but it seemed clean and no one had problems The cool weather, river n so many outdoor places to enjoy the birds, geese n deer were a big plus. Great week!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eliza B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
This property was just how it was described…..on the river, dock, canoe, quiet and absolutely beautiful. We are very thankful we found it and had the best stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Absolutely wonderful stay with a perfect view. Cant wait to visit again. 10/10.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabra L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just about us
We had the most wonderful Time it was beautiful the The dock to the water was great for fishing had it been warmer there were canoe and kayak to of enjoyed the most spectacular view from most anywhere in the home i live less than 30 minutes away but come to this area often its a million miles from home but only a 20 minute trip i wouldnt want to be any where else
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Very relaxing location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiki N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
Secluded and serene! Beautiful property to stay at. The views are amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible
The property was absolutely gorgeous with stunning views. A perfect, relaxing weekend getaway! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024