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Mountain Retreat! Ruby's Roost House

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Interior
TV, offices
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 15186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Mountain Retreat! Ruby's Roost House

Summary:
The sleepy town of Mentone invites you to Ruby's Roost. With 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a full kitchen, laundry, and a lower-level kitchenette with an additional sitting area, Ruby's Roost provides ample room for both entertainment and relaxation inside and out.

The Little River Canyon National Preserve is located just 1.7 miles away from our home.

When it is cold enough, you can ski at Cloudmont Ski Resort, and when it’s warm enough you can swim in the river!

We can't wait to host you!

The Space:
Upon arrival, enjoy the breathtaking scenery that can be appreciated from one of the many vantage points on our property. Come inside, and you will find the view is just gorgeous! The main level of our home boasts floor-to-ceiling windows and an open-concept living space. Guests will enjoy our full, eat-in kitchen, stocked with all the basics needed to settle in and feel "at home." Our living room provides ample seating options and a large flat-screen TV with Roku. Unfortunately, the fireplace is currently out of commission. We hope to have it up and running soon! A queen bedroom and a full bathroom are located on the main level as well.
Please continue to the upper level of our house, where guests will continue to enjoy views of the valley below. Two queen bedrooms, each with direct access to a shared full bathroom and laundry can be found on this level. An additional lounge space with games and a futon is upstairs.
The lower level of the home offers a shared relaxing/sleeping space, which includes a small kitchenette, a queen bed, a bunk bed, and a sofa. The last private bedroom is in the basement with a king bed.
Make sure to try to narrow down your favorite outside spot as well! With three levels of decking that wrap around the house, as well as a fire pit and other various places to sit back and relax, you might find yourself spending more time outside than inside! Don't forget to take time to check out the beautiful wildlife around the property, especially the ladybugs! Welcome to our home! We hope you enjoy your time here as much as we do!

***Wildlife frequents this area; please use caution***

***We love our big, warm windows - and in the winter, so do ladybugs! They are harmless but resistant to pest control treatments. Please open and close the door to the porch quickly to reduce the number that gets inside. If they do, a small vacuum is in the corner of the dining room. You can suck them up and dump them back outside!***

***Please inquire about our other home on our property, the Magpie Nest! This additional unit is positioned above the detached garage high in the trees, boasting an apartment living feel w/1 bedroom, one bath, and the same fantastic view! Rent the homes separately or together for a fabulous family retreat!***

Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions regarding our home! We look forward to hosting you!

Guest Access:
The house has a digital keypad at the front door which will provide you access to the house. The code will be provided upon check-in. You will have full and private access to the home.

The Neighborhood:
We a located in a rural area. While we do have "neighbors" our lots are large and there is privacy.

**Wildlife frequents this area, please use caution**

Getting Around:
We recommend driving and offer parking for our guests.

Other Things to Note:
We require a signed rental agreement and for guest to be 25 years of age to book.

If you notify us of your intent to cancel prior to the lapse of the free cancellation period, we will return 97% of your payment. The other 3% will already have been collected by the credit card processing company, and we have no way to return that portion of the payment.

We are a pet friendly home. Pets must be crated when they are left unattended in the home. We do not allow pets on furniture or beds, and all waste must be cleaned up from the yard. All pets require a non-refundable pet fee. If there is evidence of pet hair on the furniture, excess hair in the home, stains, or waste found in the yard or home, you will be charged the cost to clean this. In the event that a security deposit is collected, we will retain all or part of the security deposit to cover any costs associated with additional cleaning due to pets.

Interaction with Guests:
We like to give our guests maximum privacy, so we offer contact-free checkin via a digital door code. Just know that we are only a phone call away if ever the need arises during your stay!

Property manager

Patriot Family Homes

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

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

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

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
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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Mentone, Alabama

What's nearby

  • DeSoto State Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lost Falls Trailhead - 9 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort - 11 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Little River Canyon Center - 23 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Little River Canyon National Preserve - 24 min drive - 21.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack's Family Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mi Casita Mexican Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Stevi B's Pizza Buffet - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Retreat! Ruby's Roost House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Retreat! Ruby's Roost House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Retreat! Ruby's Roost House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Retreat! Ruby's Roost House located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from DeSoto State Park and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Lost Falls Trailhead. Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort and The Gourdie Shop are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Mountain Retreat! Ruby's Roost House Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Laura L.

Ok
Great location. Beautiful views from porches. Vapor seal broken in picture window so blurry view. They aren’t kidding about ladybugs. Tons of dead ones inside and swarmed outside when trying to enjoy views. Beds were very uncomfortable. Kitchen sink filled up every time we used it. Place has potential but needs work.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Katie L., Atlanta, GA

Disliked: Cleanliness
I never leave bad reviews… but
I do not feel this property was worth the price or was accurately described. It must have been staged for its photos because it is much more cluttered than the pictures. The house was full of dead ladybugs. The windows are large and had dead insects on them. The shower upstairs was not clean and had dried soapscum. The toilet paper in the basement had actual mold on it. Worst- because they did not leave anyone dish pods, all the dishes were dirty. Some of the glasses had lipstick on them and the plates/utensils had dried food. I guess people were just putting away their dishes dirty. I bought dish pods and left some so hopefully the next person does not have to hand wash all their dishes before they can use them. While we were there, water was leaking somewhere and saturating the carpet in the sunroom. I told the management company. There is no way I would have paid this much for a weekend at this property had I known.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chatt trip
Everything good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Perfect spot
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Brandon A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view!
We enjoyed the view and location. Only major complaint is that it’s time for the beds to be replaced!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve S., Lake Worth FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Above see level
This house had a great view and wonderful layout. The afternoons get warm so its best to enjoybthe property in the am and have your adventures (plenty to go and do) in the pm. Make sure your back in time for the Sunset above the clouds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice view
Fun Place
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful views
Our family loved the beautiful views and the comfortable space of this cabin. The location was extremely convenient to all that Mentone and Fort Payne has to offer. Easy check in process and very clean. We did not cook, but the cabin has anything you could possibly need to enjoy your own meals. We also noticed they had some neat game options in the closet and even disc golf and other outdoor options as well. We loved lounging on the three porches.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022