20 ACRES of Tranquillity Next to Desoto State Park

Fort Payne, Alabama
$248 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Oakleaf Hideaway is a recently renovated cottage nestled in the trees on 20 private acres atop of Lookout Mountain. Featuring private walking trails, waterfalls and 2,000 feet of frontage on Straight Creek, the cottage is your perfect getaway to unwind and recharge. Located just 1.5 miles from the Visitor's Center at Desoto State Park, the cottage is close to everything including Mentone, Little River Canyon, and Ft. Payne.

Master Suite:
Enjoy the serenity of the woods and golden sunsets from the comfort of the luxurious King bed featuring 600 thread-count linens. French doors lead to the large back deck with a fire-pit.

The master also features a sitting area with an antique settee from France, a master closet, chest, and a master bath with a full-sized washer and dryer.

Guest Bedroom:
The guest bedroom has two twin beds that can be pushed together for couples. This bright and airy room has beautiful views of the forest and features luxurious linens, drapery and a mural framed with aged local barn wood.

Kitchen:
The well-appointed chef's kitchen features warm butcher block countertops, a large rustic island, new black-stainless appliances with gas stove, and several details built from wood from a nearby 1800's barn. Rough-sawn open shelving from a nearby family farm sets off the beautiful and artistic decor.

Living Room / Dining Room:
The open concept living room exudes coziness and warmth. Hand-scraped oak hardwood floors, wood accent walls, and the limewashed fireplace and wood-burning stove will make even the coldest days delightful. A 40-inch 4k smart television has Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and Apple TV apps. Just bring your favorite TV provider login and enjoy a movie night. While we think the best days are the days spent outside, we do have fast WiFi and LTE/4G coverage. The living room also features a pull-out sofa bed with a comfortable new memory foam mattress.

The dining room has seating for six (we've squeezed 9 around the table), and we provide china and service for six as well.

The front door is equipped with a digital lock, and we'll provide you a code prior to your arrival.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Cats And Dogs Only
  • 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

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Stereo TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Safe
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Cobblestone Flooring In Public Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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Review Review

  • Anna W.

    Submitted Nov 12, 2025

    Stayed Nov 7, 2025

    This was an excellent place for a quiet weekend! The house is very well maintained and clean, and there are multiple areas to sit back and enjoy nature. It was a perfect combination of modern amenities and the rustic charm of a cabin. The hosts were also very welcoming and made sure I had everything I needed.

  • Jill K.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    Pet friendly. Ramp is wonderful for access to those with physical limitations. Comfortable furnishings. Beautiful seclusion. Blissfully quiet. Clean. Homey. Fantastic bed and pillows. This was a perfect place to rest and relax. Although there is a television and games and lots of things to see and do in the area, this is a peaceful oasis from a busy world. It’s perfect to read and write and rest!

  • Michele J.

    Submitted Jul 18, 2025

    Stayed Jul 6, 2025

    Everything in the VRBO description was spot on, but better. We felt like we belonged here. A/C went out the first night and the owner had it repaired the next morning! We absolutely loved staying here…the personal welcome note, the dog goodies and attention to every thing to make us comfortable made this a mini vacay that we’ll treasure forever.

  • Jeb C.

    Submitted Jul 10, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    This was great location, right between the Desoto Park and Little River Canyon. If you're looking for private charming cabin that's in the middle of everything in the area, this is the place. We will be staying here again.

  • Jerry F.

    Submitted Apr 16, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    Property was very clean,updated, and comfortable. Owner communicated very well and very helpful. We would definitely stay again

  • Michael R.

    Submitted Apr 1, 2025

    Stayed Mar 28, 2025

    My family and I had an enjoyable stay. Just as described and very clean. The cottage was very well thought out with all new appliances. Very peaceful.

  • Submitted Mar 23, 2025

    Stayed Mar 20, 2025

    Had problems with WiFi but got it fixed. This was our 2nd stay here and hope to do it again

  • Don T.

    Submitted Mar 5, 2025

    Stayed Mar 2, 2025

    David and Lilly have furnished their cabin in the woods with everything you could want. From 4 different coffee making options, to a full kitchen with top notch furnishings including real plates and glasses (not cheap plastic stuff). They even left a personal greeting plus a special treat to enjoy in the evening.The cabin was very comfortable and fairly secluded, if you want to get away, but still easy to get to.They also communicated very well, advising easy checking instructions before we arrived. They reached out on our first morning to make sure our first night went well. They also responded very quickly to a couple of questions that came up during our stay. I wish all VRBO managers were this great to work with.

  • Angie H.

    Submitted Mar 3, 2025

    Stayed Feb 28, 2025

    If you’re seeking serenity and the comforts of a well-appointed home, look no further. This gorgeous home is situated on 20 private acres, which boasts a waterfall and creek on the property. Outdoor seating abounds on this property, as you will find benches, chairs around a fire ring, a picnic table, porch swing, and even a cozy daybed on the screened in porch. All of which are perfect for resting and taking in nature. The interior of the home is perfection! Antiques, including beautiful sets of china, are tastefully sprinkled throughout the home. Reclaimed wood accents add a special touch to the decor & bring nature into the home. Books, games, a piano, ukulele, & guitar are available, too. Lighting in the home creates a peaceful ambiance any time of day. Housekeeping does a fantastic job ensuring the home is clean and prepared for guests. Bed linens are soft 100% cotton and the mattresses are comfortable. The kitchen is stocked well, having pretty much anything you need. Fresh flowers were placed in various spots in the house & a welcome message was written on the chalkboard door in the kitchen. David & Lilly have created an oasis you will not want to leave!

  • ketina f.

    Submitted Dec 31, 2024

    Stayed Dec 17, 2024

    Great get away. Home is perfect! Piano/guitar was a surprise for my musically talented hubby. Love the Roman shades, easy to raise and get the full pic of outdoors. The Christmas decor was nice and cozy.

  • Debra B.

    Submitted Oct 22, 2024

    Stayed Oct 17, 2024

    Absolutely perfect! Quiet, clean, amenities galore, the outdoor spaces are perfect, daybed on screen porch is awesome! The inside of this place is beautiful and thoughtfully perfect. We wwill be back!

  • Melanie J.

    Submitted Aug 27, 2024

    Stayed Aug 23, 2024

    We absolutely loved this house. It was so neat and clean. The location is great, you are in between Mentone and Fort Payne. The screened in porch was the best. The host was exceptional. Would highly recommend.

  • Christine P.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2024

    Stayed Jul 10, 2024

    We had a wonderful stay at this woodsy hideaway! Everything was perfect from the excellent directions to the super comfy king bed. The pictures do not even do the place justice. Wonderfully appointed kitchen with everything we needed. We really enjoyed relaxing on the screened in porch listening to the birds and even saw a few deer pass by. Close to great hiking at De Soto and Little River Canyon. Highly recommend!

  • Leah R.

    Submitted Jul 9, 2024

    Stayed Jul 4, 2024

    This is the second time we stay here and it was spectacular. Every bit as good as our last visit. Extremely clean, very welcoming, lots of nice touches, beautiful surroundings. 10/10!

  • Diane B.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2024

    Stayed Jun 17, 2024

    We loved the location. Very private and quiet. It has hiking right behind the house. Its close to Desoto and little river canyon. Huge bedrooms with comfy beds. Everything we could want.

  • John Z.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2024

    Stayed Jun 24, 2024

    We had a great time. It’s very convenient to the state park and a great place for runs. The house had some great touches and the screen porch was great for reading and relaxing. The host communicated every step of the way and was very helpful when we left a couple of things behind. The dogs loved it too.

  • Karen E.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2024

    Stayed Jun 19, 2024

    The cabin was very clean and the location was great real close to the state parks . The outdoor area was a little overgrown and the keypad to get into the cabin was very sensitive and took several tries each time to get in. But overall fabulous place to stay and super clean and great location.

  • Jen L.

    Submitted Jun 4, 2024

    Stayed May 30, 2024

    The host contacted us after checkin to make sure we found the home as described and see if we needed anything. He was helpful and responded quickly to any inquiries. The cabin is warm and inviting. The kitchen is well stocked with everthing you could need and more. The masterbed is very comfortable and the view into the woods from the deck is a perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktail. The property was so enjoyable, whether sitting on the front swing looking into the small garden or exploring the trail down to the creek and waterfall. I have to mention how sweet it was to have a 3 dog welcoming committee whenever we drove onto the property! What a treat and my dog made quick friends! We would book this cabin again and highly recommend it for any nature lover who is looking for a serene place to stay.

  • Casidy C.

    Submitted May 23, 2024

    Stayed May 9, 2024

    Gorgeous property, enjoyed it!

  • Submitted May 20, 2024

    Stayed May 17, 2024

    Great property, everything in working order. Enjoyed the quiet.

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$248+
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