Talking Leaves Cottage

Talking Leaves Cottage, perched on the brow of Lookout Mountain in Alabama and situated on Scenic Highway in Mentone, was built in 1955 and is a uniquely-designed, spacious one-level home.  There is a a no-stairs front entrance into one of the family bedrooms, so this home offers effortless access to breathtaking brow views.  The spacious living, dining and deck areas offer the perfect family gathering spaces, and the three large family rooms, with multiple beds and a large Roku TV in each room, invite rest and relaxation at the end of each day. 

Talking Leaves Cottage is decorated with a collection of vintage art and antiques. The homeowners' love for history and art is evident throughout the home.  Even the story of the "talking leaves" is in honor of Sequoyah, a Cherokee man who invented a written language for his people in the early 1800s. Sequoyah called his words on paper, "talking leaves."  

Explore waterfalls, parks, shops, and restaurants nearby. Enjoy al fresco dining on the spacious deck as you take in the beautiful sunsets.  Relax by the fire pit or on the front covered patio with your morning cup of coffee or hot tea. Wildlife is spotted frequently on the property. Renew, refresh, and be restored!

1) It is situated on the brow with fantastic views! 

2) It has a no-stairs front entrance, providing effortless access to the amazing views!
3) It has three spacious family rooms with multiple beds and a large TV in each room! 

4) It has a fire pit area with brow views and comfortable seating! 

5) It has spacious dining and living areas for gathering!

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2.1 miles - DeSoto Falls 

3.0 miles - The Hatter Cafe in Mentone

4.8 miles - DeSoto State Park

9 miles - The Citadel Boulders Preserve

12.8 miles - VFW Fairgrounds 

13.9 miles - Fort Payne’s City Park 

16.7 miles - Little River Canyon National Preserve 

17.5 miles - Alabama Fan Club & Museum 

25.7 miles - Cloudland Canyon State Park, GA 

35.0 miles - Unclaimed Baggage in Scottsboro, AL 

37.9 miles - Rock City & Ruby Falls 

48.5 miles - Chattanooga, TN

73.8 miles - Huntsville, AL 

109 miles - Atlanta, GA

110 miles - Birmingham, AL

Be sure to check out all of our favorite attractions and dining spots in the area!  Lookout Mountain in Alabama has so much to offer guests for a perfect vacation experience!  Waterfalls, national preserve, state parks, zip lining, hiking, picnicking, rappelling, horseback trail rides, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, wild animal preserve, golfing, swimming, museums, glass blowing, making pottery, skiing (seasonal), unique local dining, antique shopping, scenic drives, and MORE!  So that you can experience life on the mountain like locals, we provide our guests with a list of all the attractions and restaurants! Chattanooga is only an hour away - Birmingham and Atlanta are less than 2 hours away!

This retreat property is dog-friendly (small to medium dogs only - 2 dogs max), and a $69 pet fee is applied per dog for this home.

Payment Policy: 50% of reservation is due at time of booking.  Remaining 50% balance is due and collected automatically, via credit card processing, 30 days prior to arrival. 

During the booking process, guests are required to review and e-sign a vacation rental agreement and upload their government-issued photo ID.  Guests are also offered the ability to purchase optional travel insurance by a third party company that is not affiliated with Peaceful Retreats.

Reservations require an authorized security damage hold ($500).  This authorized hold will be released, less any damages, 4 days following departure.

Exterior-only security cameras are located at this property.

This retreat property is non-smoking.

Cancellation Policy on Direct-Book Reservations:  Full refund (less $79 cancellation fee) if cancellation occurs more than 30 days before arrival.  No refund within 30 days of arrival.

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