Two Cabins on 92 acres beside DeSoto State Park | Fast Wi-Fi | Dog Friendly

Fort Payne, Alabama
$404 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 4

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Bath 2

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Sleep 12

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Fort Payne, AL | Two Cabins at Woodland Retreat at DeSoto | Includes Coyote Cabin and The Otter Box Cabin | 92 Acres | Borders DeSoto State Park | Optional No-Stairs Entrances | Fast Wi-Fi | Gas Log Fireplaces | Double Hammocks | BBQ Grills | Fire Pits | Dog Friendly | Hosts up to 12 Guests

This listing includes two cabins, Coyote Cabin and The Otter Box Cabin. Both cabins are situated on the 92-acre retreat property known as Woodland Retreat at DeSoto. As its name implies, this retreat property offer guests a peaceful retreat and cool mountain getaway, deep in the woods and high atop Lookout Mountain in Alabama. Each cabin (also listed and available to book individually) sleeps 6, so this listing provides a combined retreat property that can sleep up to 12. Explore waterfalls, parks, shops, and restaurants. Relax by the rock fire pits or on the front porches with a cup of coffee, and enjoy views through a canopy of trees. Wildlife is spotted frequently on the property, and beautiful hiking trails are walking distance as the backyard of the cabin is part of DeSoto State Park. Renew, refresh, and be restored!

**THE RETREAT PROPERTY**

Not long after you turn onto the private road that winds through the retreat property, you will see Coyote Cabin on your left (also listed individually) with a private parking area (2 cars max). Soon after, you will see The Otter Box Cabin on the left (also listed individually), with another private parking area (2 cars max). Both cabins have optional no-stairs entrances, and The Otter Box Cabin has 32” interior doors, and wide floor space in the bedrooms and in the living room.

Your family will appreciate the beautiful treehouse views from the covered porch area of each cabin. The porches make a great place to enjoy a cup of coffee or hot tea in the morning and take in the views :) Stepping inside these cabins, you will know your peaceful retreat has begun as you are surrounded by windows that reveal refreshing views through a canopy of trees. Be sure to look up and notice the beautiful wood ceiling that was built by the homeowners and upcycled from hurricane-weathered wood planks on Alabama's own coast in Baldwin County.

Moving into the main living area of each cabin, you will appreciate the sight of a large comfortable sofa and loveseat. There is plenty of room for your family to enjoy this space and in The Otter Box Cabin, there is additional floorspace consideration for our guests who require a wheelchair. The sofa folds out to a queen bed when needed. There is a gas log fireplace in each cabin for your enjoyment, and for movie nights in, there is a 55 smart television in the living room of each cabin with fast Wi-Fi for streaming your own favorite channel subscriptions. A DVD player is also available if you'd like to bring your favorite DVDs.

Directly next to the living room area in each cabin is the dining area and kitchen. There is a smaller dining table to allow for wider floor space consideration, and there are 4 chairs, with additional chairs on the front porch. In each kitchen, there is a refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, toaster, blender, cooking pots, can opener, pans and utensils, dishes, drinking glasses, eating utensils, cooking spices, coffee mugs, and more.

All of the bedrooms have beautiful window views into the wooded backyard. In each bedroom, there is a queen bed and with comfortable bedding for your rest and relaxation.

Each cabin has a full bathroom with a full tub/shower combo. The Otter Box Cabin includes a hand-held shower option. Directly across the hall from the bathroom, there is a full laundry room in each cabin, with a washer and dryer available for your convenience. You will also find extra quilts, a portable fan and a sofa-bedding kit.

Back outside and near each cabin, you will notice a river rock fire pit designed with your retreat in mind. You are welcomed to use any small pieces of fallen wood that can safely fit inside the fire pit, and firewood bundles are sold at nearby stores. Please only burn firewood, as the homeowners and guests roast food over this fire pit. Extendable roasters are located in a kitchen drawer for your convenience, so be sure to bring ingredients for s'more memories.

Near each cabin's fire pit is a charcoal/wood-burning Campground-Style BBQ Grill with a metal bucket and lid to collect BBQ grill ashes.

Contact us if you would like information on reserving the entire 92-acre retreat property which includes Coyote Cabin, The Otter Box Cabin, and Black Bear Cave and, approximately a half mile away, Crest View Lodge and Crest View ~ The Venue. The entire retreat property, Woodland Retreat at DeSoto, can host up to 34 Guests.

WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS PEACEFUL RETREAT PROPERTY:
1) There is a very natural environment with trees everywhere on the 92-acre retreat property!
2) It is located directly beside DeSoto State Park, which offers trails, a pool and ziplining!
3) There are beautiful views through tree canopies and hiking trails nearby at DeSoto State Park!
4) Both cabins are secluded, but with very fast Wi-Fi!
5) A Family Adventure - These cabins were named by the homeowners' daughters :)

**EXPLORE THE AREA**

Less than 500 feet from DeSoto State Park
3.7 miles - The Citadel Boulders Preserve
5.4 miles - DeSoto Falls
8.0 miles - The Hatter Cafe in Mentone
8.5 miles - VFW Fairgrounds
10.9 miles - Alabama Fan Club & Museum
11.1 miles - Little River Canyon National Preserve
28.8 miles - Cloudland Canyon State Park, GA
37.0 miles - Unclaimed Baggage in Scottsboro
43.0 miles - Rock City & Ruby Falls
50.5 miles - Chattanooga, TN
75.8 miles - Huntsville, AL
106 miles - Birmingham, AL
114 miles - Atlanta, GA

You will receive an email to e-sign a vacation rental agreement and upload your photo ID before the reservation is complete.
This retreat property is dog-friendly (small to medium dogs only - 2 dogs max per cabin), and a $69 pet fee is applied per dog for this property. Dogs must be leashed at all times.
This retreat property does not allow smoking anywhere on the property.
Quiet Hours 8pm to 8am.
Exterior security cameras are located at this property.
Parking area allows 4 cars max (unless host authorization)
There is a $500 security deposit HOLD required for this retreat property.
Guests will receive text and email communication from Peaceful Retreats prior, during and after each retreat.

**GIVE-BACK**

Peaceful Retreats gives back 10% of all revenue commission collected from reservations through this listing to The Benjamin Thomas Werner Foundation and Friends of DeSoto State Park.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1728 Sq Ft (161 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 250+ Mbps (good For 3–5 People Or Up To 10 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Water Park Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near Outlet Shopping
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • simone b.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2026

    Stayed Dec 23, 2025

    Beautiful location

  • Karen G.

    Submitted Dec 22, 2025

    Stayed Dec 19, 2025

    We reserved these 2 cabins (Coyote & Otter Box) for a Christmas celebration with family. It was new and clean and just the right setting for our gathering. There was even a Christmas tree with lights set up. It was a big plus for us that they allowed us to bring our little dogs, because we consider them a part of our family. The decks and firepit are wonderful, too. The ramps were so nice to have, in addition to the stairs. We loved the cozy blankets and the gas fireplace. The cabins were both toasty. There was plenty of hot water, towels and washcloths, and all the necessary amenities. Also, had a nice laundry room. We were in the mountains, yet close to town. We loved shopping in the nearby boutiques and we had a great experience dining at Mater's for outstanding pizza and service. We had to contact Misti for a couple of questions and she was super responsive and helpful. We highly recommend these properties if you are looking for a stay in a mountain retreat.

  • Debbie D.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    Gorgeous property with everything you need.

  • Rebecca B.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2025

    Stayed May 21, 2025

    We rented both cabins with our extended family for a long weekend. Both cabins are nicely decorated, had everything we needed and offered a nice separation between families. Cabins were clean, welcoming and so peaceful. They sit on a private drive/road that offers privacy but also close to main road. We all enjoyed our stay and will rent again.

  • Brittany D.

    Submitted Apr 14, 2025

    Stayed Apr 9, 2025

    We had a wonder time renting both the Coyote and Otter Cabins with your family. The proximity to each other was perfect for us, private driveway, peaceful to where you can hear a pin drop. A great way to escape. The cabins were clean, cozy an well though out for accommodations. We love that it's dog friendly. There is a gate at the top of stairs for each unit. Complimentary coffee was delish? House rules, check in/out was very convenient an simple. I love the emails an texts that are sent through the process. We will be back!

  • Liz D.

    Submitted Jan 7, 2025

    Stayed Dec 26, 2024

    Our family loved these two cabins! They are so clean and nicely decorated. Kitchens had everything we needed to cook, including my new favorite small appliance - the electric tea kettle. I will now be buying one for my own home! :-) The beds/pillows/bedding were soft and comfy too! We had three dogs with us - from puppy to senior - and they all enjoyed the stay as well. The woods around us were beautiful, even bare from the cold weather the abundance of trees is gorgeous! The drive up and down the mountain to get to the homes is breathtaking! We would definitely recommend this place!

  • Sarah R.

    Submitted Mar 16, 2024

    Stayed Mar 9, 2024

    Our family had a wonderful time during our stay at the 2 cabins. There was plenty of room to play outside for the kids. We enjoyed horseback riding, hiking and zip lining only minutes from the cabins. It was fabulous fun!

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