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Hitherside Cottage

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“Thousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out that going to the mountains is going home; that wildness is a necessity”
― John Muir, Our National Parks 

About the Cottage

If you want privacy, the smell of the woods, waking up to the birds (in a King master bedroom bed) and relaxing in the hot tub within your own wooded oasis, then we would love for you to be our guests! Room to roam on 4.8 acres, yet only 1.1 mile from Downtown Mentone. Woodland views. Enjoy the deer, fox, Turkey, bear and other wildlife on the property.  Our little Irish cottage is great for a romantic retreat or bring the kids!  Open the door of the little shake Cottage to find a warm and welcoming 2 bedroom, 1 bath cottage.  Walk, drive or cycle 1.1 miles to downtown Mentone!  This is a PRIVATE accommodation. 
Children are welcomed however, please be aware that toddlers, children younger than 7 and adults with balance issues may have difficulty climbing the vertical ships ladder to the loft (this is the second bedroom, main bedroom on first floor). We do provide a Regalo toddler cot for your convenience. 

  • Full kitchen with stove, cooktop; microwave, toaster, refrigerator, Keurig and drip coffee maker, dishwasher

  • Flat screen TV serviced by DISH programming, Blu-ray player

  • Wood burning fireplace (open November to March)

  • Breakfast bar for seating for 3 and additional small table for children. 3 season dining on the screened deck

  • Screened in deck 

  • Hot tub (4 person)

  • Gas grill

  • Firepit in backyard

  • Master bedroom with King size bed

  • Loft bedroom with 2 adult twin, x-long tempurpedic mattresses

  • 1 large bathroom with shower/tub combo

  • Max occupancy is 4 

  • No animals, no smoking or vaping on the premesis 

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** A note about internet - While internet  is NOT available in our part of the woods, you can use your phone as a "hotspot" if you have an adequate signal. AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon (depending on the phone) seem to do the best here. No Sprint service! ​
 

2025 Cottage rental Rates

2 Night Minimum

Midweek rates, Sun - Thurs:  $129.00/night

​Week-end rates, Fri, Sat:   $135.00/night

​Housekeeping fee:  $60.00

​Alabama Taxes:  7.5%

Other fees and rental details

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Testimonials

GOOGLE REVIEW

"We love the little Hitherside cottage. It has become our home away from home in Mentone. We just recently booked our 4th stay for October. Peak fall season is our favorite! It's such a great location with privacy all around! You won't regret your stay!!" – Cahla E 

GOOGLE REVIEW

"My husband and I just left our MountainWood Cottage Hitherside and what a fabulous time we had. The cabin was impeccably clean and the decor was warm and comfortable. The location was near to the state parks for hiking and swimming. The porch is screened and we spent a lot of time just listening to the nature around us. Heading home to our five kiddos we are refreshed and can’t wait to return. Claudia, the owner is the best we’ve ever worked with." – Teri H 

GOOGLE REVIEW

Beautiful cabin on a quiet and private lot located not far from downtown Mentone. Nicely appointed and well maintained throughout, so much so that you won't want to leave! A great getaway spot with just enough room inside for your needs and endless possibilities in a serene outdoor setting. – Michael Z

​​Other fees and rental details:  

Reservation CHANGE fee: ANY changes to your reservation outside of the no refund period will incur a $25.00 change fee. We do not change dates if you are within the 2 week, no refund period. We usually cannot re-book dates within that time period. Please be sure of your availability for the dates you reserve BEFORE you secure your dates.  

Administrative refund fee: When we take payment through PayPal we are charged a 3.9% processing fee that is NOT returned when we refund a guest. Any refund will be less 3.9%.  

Late Check out fee or early check in fee: $45.00 (IF AVAILABLE), allows check out at 2:00pm CT or early check in at 12:00 pm CT.  

***Wood: Free, enough for a cozy, 3 hour fire each night of your stay. Fireplace open approx. Nov-Feb. dependent on temperatures.

*A two night minimum is required on all reservations excluding major holidays and festivals which may require 3 nights. Memorial weekend, July 4th, Antique Alley, Longest Yard Sale, Rhododendron Festival, Colorfest are an example of events that may require a 3 day reservation. Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years require a minimum 3 days that INCLUDE the actual holiday. No check in or check out on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, or New years Eve and New Years day. Please inquire if you have questions. Weekends are booked Friday -Sunday. We don't have check in or check out on Saturday. 

 

Credit/debit cards accepted through Paypal.   (checks accepted through Paypal)  

We also participate in the Paypal FInancing option which lets you make payments without interest or other charges if paid within 6 months!  

50% deposit due at booking.  Balance payable 2 weeks prior to check in.   

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