Escape to Woodland Retreat at DeSoto, a serene 92-acre getaway in Fort Payne, AL. Unwind by the rock fire pits or on the front porches with a cup of coffee and take in views through a canopy of trees. Enjoy fast Wi-Fi, gas log fireplaces, double hammocks for relaxation and BBQ grills for outdoor cooking.
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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121728 sq ft
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Parking available
Dryer
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Fireplace
Pet friendly
Barbecue grill
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You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Two Cabins on 92 acres beside DeSoto State Park | Fast Wi-Fi | Dog Friendly
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, also on the left, 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.
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.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near an outlet shopping mall
Things to do
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
Guest must e-sign vacation rental agreement and upload photo ID to complete reservation. $500 security deposit HOLD required. Quiet Hours 8pm to 8am.
Smoking is NOT allowed anywhere on the property. Parking area allows 4 cars max. Exterior security cameras are located at this property.
This property allows small to medium dogs, with pet fee of $69 per dog (2 dogs max per cabin), leashed at all times.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only - up to 4 MAX TOTAL (2 DOGS MAX PER CABI
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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, 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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
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About the neighborhood
Fort Payne, AL
What's nearby
DeSoto State Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Lost Falls Trailhead - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort - 17 min drive - 5.2 miles
DeSoto Falls - 19 min drive - 8.1 miles
Little River Canyon National Preserve - 30 min drive - 13.7 miles
Getting around
Huntsville International Airport (HSV) - 100 min drive
Restaurants
Burrito Jalisco #1 - 19 min drive
Arby's - 17 min drive
Wingstop - 17 min drive
Southern Harvest - 16 min drive
Jack's - 17 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Two Cabins on 92 acres beside DeSoto State Park | Fast Wi-Fi | Dog Friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Two Cabins on 92 acres beside DeSoto State Park | Fast Wi-Fi | Dog Friendly?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Two Cabins on 92 acres beside DeSoto State Park | Fast Wi-Fi | Dog Friendly?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Two Cabins on 92 acres beside DeSoto State Park | Fast Wi-Fi | Dog Friendly located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lost Falls Trailhead and DeSoto State Park. Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort and DeSoto Falls are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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