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Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mentone, AL
  • Mentone Town Hall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • DeSoto State Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Rome, GA (RMG-Richard B. Russell Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to Sunshine Cottage

A bright, cheery welcome awaits you in this comfortably cozy cottage. Completely renovated from the studs out in 2018, Sunshine Cottage has 2 bedrooms with en suite full baths. The living room has a daybed with trundle. The open plan living area leads to a large deck in back overlooking woods and a meadow graced by a wet weather stream. The large side yard is perfect for children to run and play and features an outdoor fire pit. A 2 minute walk down the quiet, dead end street brings you to the deck on the river with your own swimming hole (Average depth 4 1/2 to 5 feet, no diving!) complete with a natural cut to launch your kayak.

Sunshine Cottage is equipped with central heat/air, Wifi, Direct tv, washer/dryer, charcoal grill with your first bag of charcoal supplied, all new appliances (fridge has ice maker,) ceiling fans, wood burning fireplace with firewood supplied, 2 parking areas, LED lighting. A Britta pitcher in the fridge makes sure the coffee and tea supplied tastes just right.

Sunshine Cottage-Designed to be your Happy Place.

Property manager

Susan Collins
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
An addition cleaning fee is required.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Susan Collins is a licensed Real Estate Agent with Mentone Properties, LLC
If there are any issues with the condition of the property when you arrive or during your stay please notify the manager immediately.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mentone

Located in Mentone, this cottage is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at DeSoto State Park and Otting Tract Wilderness Management Area, while Fort Payne Depot Museum and Dekalb Theatre are cultural highlights. The Gourdie Shop and Dekalb County VFW Agricultural Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mentone, AL

What's nearby

  • Mentone Town Hall - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • The Gourdie Shop - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Cloudmont Park - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort - 12 min drive - 7.5 km
  • DeSoto State Park - 15 min drive - 10.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hatter Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tigers Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wildflower Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mentone Hardware Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Mountain Inn Restaurant - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Sunshine Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Sunshine Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Sunshine Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Sunshine Cottage located?

Located in the heart of Mentone, this cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Mentone Town Hall and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Eagle Nest. The Gourdie Shop and Valley Head Town Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 233 out of 243 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 243 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 243 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 243 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 243 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long week-end

Property was perfect - exactly as described. Loved the back porch and the privacy. Will definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

Would like to visit again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful time! The house is on a quiet street, an easy drive to lots of hiking and waterfalls! We’ll be back for sure. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful area!

This was such a pleasant stay! The property manager, Susan, amde everything so easy. The cottage was comfortable and well appointed. One member of our group was concerned about a few stained items, but to me that was pretty minor. Quite a peaceful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunshine Cottage

We loved sunshine cottage! It was a cute cozy cottage, the beds were great the bathrooms were super clean and we loved the fireplace! We really appreciated the free firewood a lot of places charge and we really appreciated that! We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and cozy cottage near restaurants

Susan's cottage was spotless and cozy for our 2 night stay. and she was fast at responding to messages. We happened to be in Mentone during some really cold weather so unfortunately didn't get to enjoy the outdoor amenities afforded at this place. The cottage is just a turn away from the main drag of Mentone with many restaurants and was easy to find. I'd recommend that you screenshot your check-in info prior to your arrival, as some cell reception can be spotty there and our Vrbo app had a hard time pulling info up while I was standing at the front door! (don't be like me!) Thank you for the cozy stay, Susan!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mentone

Great cottage. Enjoyed sitting in front of the fire. Very quiet and peaceful. Clean, comfortable and well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage, Great Location

The cottage is so cozy and a great layout with 2 bedrooms and en suite bathrooms. We enjoyed the open concept for our weekend. We cooked breakfast and dinner and the kitchen had all the pans/utensils we needed. The fireplace made for a great night sitting by the fire and watching TV. The only nit picky things that would have made it even better would be a true sofa instead of the futon style one with no arms and an end table. Also, the pillows were very flat so I'll remember to bring my own next time. If you're going to use the grill ask if they provide charcoal and lighter fluid (I don't think it's a propane grill) before you arrive so you can stop and get what you need. The location is fantastic. I've stayed further out in a more 'remote' location and the drive into town was a chore, but this location on a dead end, quiet road was perfect! We could pop up to the Mentone Market if we needed anything and it's close to 'town' and nature trails we wanted to explore. I will definitely return and when it's not so cold enjoy the big back deck!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renithia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cabin

Loved this cozy cabin. Perfect for me and my daughter vacation. And I loved the fact that it was pet friendly, I was able to bring my fur babies with me on this vacation. It was very convenient for the downtown area so I was able to get everything I needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Reba W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

It was very cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great trip

Very nice and convenient. Pleased with property and manager was cooperative and pleasant.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Drennan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable Christmas

We loved our vaca at sunshine cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay at Sunshine Cottage

My husband and I traveled with our small dog north to visit two of our children. We used this cottage as a stopping point so we could gather. I had no knowledge of the area and found it was a camping area. That was perfect! It was so quiet. The cottage is not fancy and that was exactly what we needed. It was very well maintained and had a huge yard. It had everything we needed to make meals and used the local market to buy everything we needed. Added bonus is that it had a small Christmas tree. Host was great with communication. Rules were brief and straightforward. Hope to use this cute cottage for future stays!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

We enjoyed our time at the cottage. The cottage has everything you need for a stay. Just be prepared to live out of suitcase because of no dresser with drawers.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely bungalow close to the shops in Mentone

Enjoyed staying in this cozy cottage while visiting family in Mentone. Everything we needed and more. Upon checkin we were greeted by white tailed deer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed

We loved our stay! It was the 2nd time we have stayed here and enjoyed it very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Was so restful and quiet....much needed rest..enjoyed TV movies etc
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO Ever

we had absolutely a wonderful time. The cabin is more than we ever expected. The pictures online. Do not do it justice very pleased. The town of Mentone is adorable with shops and restaurants. plenty of things to do made a trip to DeSoto State Park and to Fort Payne to shop
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunshine cottage

This was a great cottage for a family with young children. The location was great to get to Desoto park and the neighborhood was nice and quiet. The kids were able to play outside while we grilled. It was a nice area. We would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous holiday with family

This cottage is adorable and comfortable. It’s roomy for its size. Great for four adults and two small children. We had a lovely and memorable time. We’ll want to come back 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Last minute fall break getaway

We loved the location of the Sunshine Cottage! The place was so nice on a large lot that was perfect for our little yorkie to enjoy. The only complaint we had was the firmness of the beds and the seating in the living area but again that's being picky!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunshine cottage An absolute gem!

Thank you once again for a wonderful stay! Our hosts were top notch, the facility is impeccable. You will not be disappointed. ❤️😃 We will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Saundra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ray of Sunshine

This property is amazing! It was very clean and extremely well appointed. We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay. The only disappointment was there was no view of the valley or mountains, however, the backyard/woods are peaceful and beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvette D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Weekend Getaway

Our stay in Sunshine Cottage was just what the Dr ordered. While not too far from home in Huntsville, it was peaceful, relaxing, and a break from our day-to-day life. The house was well appointed with all the necessities, clean, well kept, and I just loved the back porch. Although we didn't need the second bedroom for just my husband and I, we both commented on how nice it was for both bedrooms to have adjoining bathrooms. It rained quiet a bit while we were there so we didn't explore/walk or get to enjoy to small dock area as much as we would have liked, but that is the luck of the draw when planning a trip. We would definitely recommend and stay in Sunshine Cottage again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Happy Place

We did not know actually what to expect even tho we had done the review on line. We were totally pleased as soon as we stepped inside the door at Sunshine Cottage. Enjoyed a cup of coffee on the deck. The glider was awesome. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Susan Collins

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