The 2008 Official Alabama Vacation Guide

MADISON HISTORIC DISTRICT & GUIDED WALKING TOUR www.huntsville.org. 800-772-2348, 256-5335723. Start at Clay House Museum, 16 Main St. Call for schedule of guided walking tours. Free. Guides share stories about homes’ owners as well as recognize each site’s distinctive style. See also Clay House Musem featuring Noritake porcelain. SHADY GROVE DUDE RANCH/ CLOUDMONT SKI & GOLF RESORT www.cloudmont.com. 256-634-4344, 256-634-8339. 830 Rd. 948. Open year-round for housing, horseback trails, golf, ﬁshing; Dec. 15–Mar. 15: snow skiing (weather permitting). Fee for attractions only; senior & PGA rates. PC, TC, CC. Alabama’s only dude ranch. Cloudmont’s 200-acre ski and golf resort. Hiking trails. Round-up lodge, farmhouse. Horseback and wagon rides, square dancing, skiing, more. See Old Union covered bridge nearby. D-1(a). THE MOOSE LODGE 256-524-2034. 341 Cty. Rd. 9079. 1 unit. $130 K, SJ. MOUNTAIN CREST CABINS www.mountaincrestcabins.com. 251-649-1514, 251-402-4227. 4 units. $125. K, SJ. PC, TC. ROCK BLUFF RENTALS www.mentonecabins.com. 888-560-0492. 22864 Co. Rd. 89 N. 3 units. $125-$200. K, SJ, PA. CC. ACCOMMODATIONS EMBASSY SUITES HOTEL www.embassysuites.com. 800-Embassy, 256-5397373. 800 Monroe St., adjacent to Von Braun Center, Huntsville. 295 units. $109-$184. CB, R, K, MF, L, ER, SP HI, SCD, AAA. CC. D-1(a–p), D-2(a), , D-3(a, b, d–h). WHITE ELEPHANT ANTIQUES 256-634-4529. 6152 AL Hwy. 117. Open M & W–F 10–4, Sat.–Sun. 10–5. Free. Group rates. PC, TC, CC. Antiques, uniques, and collectibles can be found in charming Victorian building that served as health spa at turn of century. SETASPELL BY THE LAKE www.tourdekalb.com. 256-845-6000. 470 Co. Rd. 637. 1 cabin. $100-$150 K. PC, TC. SHADY GROVE DUDE RANCH www.cloudmont.com/shadygrove.htm. 256-6344344, 256-634-8339. Alpine Rd. #165. 4 (groups). $10–$160. MF. PC, TC. D-1(a). MOTEL 6 800-466-8356, 256-772-7479. 8995 Hwy. 20W. 90 units. $37-$41. SP PA, SCD, GD. TC, CC. D-1(b, , h–j, p). GOLF SADDLE ROCK GOLF COURSE AT CLOUDMONT SKI & GOLF RESORT www.cloudmont.com. 256-634-4344. 721 Co. Rd. 614, Lookout Mountain Pkwy. Open 9–5. Senior, child & PGA rates. PC, TC, CC. Club and cart rentals. Executive course, 18 tees. 1st tee: 30’ rock. 9 holes, par 63, 4233 yds. D-1(a). THE WILDERNESS www.thewilderness.tv. 770-630-4851. 672 Co. Rd. 626. 4 units. $50-$110. K, MF. BED & BREAKFASTS BBAA NRHP www.bibbhouse.com. 256-772-0586. 11 Allen St. 2 units. $95–$110. FB, PB, TV, AC. PC, TC, CC. Historic property, convenient to North Alabama attractions. Comfort and charm of a traditional Southern home. BED & BREAKFASTS CRYSTAL LAKE LODGE mentonealabama.org. 256-634-8209. 3291 Co. Rd. 165. 4 units. $95. FB, PB, TV, AC, FP GD. PC. , On 50 acres with lake and pond. Woods with trails. Adult set-up, very large great room, with pool table. D-1(n, p). BIBB HOUSE ACCOMMODATIONS ADAMS OUTDOORS www.adamsoutdoors.com. 256-845-2988. County Rd. 103. 1 lodge sleeps up to 14 guests. $70–$250 K, MF, PA, GD. PC, TC. D-1(b, e). MENTONE ATTRACTIONS map D-18 MENTONE INN www.mentoneinn.com. 800-455-7470, 256-6344836. Hwy. 117. 12 units. $110-$125/nt. FB, PB, CW, AC, FP LF, HI, SCD, GD. PC, CC. Perfect for , getaways, corporate workshops, retreats or family events. Dining room available for private events. Catering with advance reservations. D1(b). CHESTNUT OAKS COTTAGE www.web.mac.com/ngrubb/chestnut%20oaks%2 0cottage/welcome.html. 256-845-6000, 256-9975555. 16485 Co. Rd. 89. 1 unit. $150. PC. ARTISANS LTD. INCA CONNECTION www.artisansincaconnection.com. 256-634-3076. 1714 Hwy. 117. Open Sat. 10-4; Sun. noon-4. . PC, TC, CC. Museum quality art pieces collected over 23 years, including hand-carved wood sculptures, feather art, Inca weavings, Tagua nut carvings, and more. THE CLIFFS LODGE www.geocities.com/thecliffslodge. 256-634-3336. 15861 Co. Rd. 89. 6 units. $79-$119. CB, SJ, PA, SCD, GD. PC, TC, CC. D-1(b, n), D-3(h). THE CROW’S NEST ANTIQUES AT HITCHING POST 256-634-4548. 6095 AL Hwy. 117. Open Tu–Sat. 10–4, Sun. 12–4; winter: Sat. & Sun. only; closed Jan. Free. PC. Very good collection of books, china, cut glass, furniture, old tools, crystal, antiques, and collectibles. Sterling ﬂatware, other silverplate. Tourist information. D-1(f). CLOUDMONT SKI & GOLF RESORT (SADDLEROCK GOLF COURSE) www.cloudmont.com. 256-634-4344. 89 Co. Rd. 614, Lookout Mountain Pkwy. 9 units. $60–$75. K, SP GC, PA. PC, TC, CC. D-1(a). , MENTONE SPRINGS HOTEL NRHP NRHS www.mentonespringshotel.com. 800-404-0100, 256-634-4040. 6114 AL Hwy. 117. 9 units. $85–$185. FB, PB, AC, FP TC, CC. Oldest hotel . in Alabama, built 1884. Newly renovated, ﬁlled with charm. See on Food Network and in Southern Living. Different events most months. D-1(f, h, i, k, p). MOUNTAIN LAUREL INN BBAA www.mountain-laurel-inn.com. 800-889-4244, 256-634-4673. 624 Co. Rd. 948. 5 units. $100– $165. FB, K, PB, CW, TV, AC. PC, TC, CC. Wooded 7 acres on a bluff overlooking Little River. Separate guest house with porches for relaxing. Close to skiing, hiking, biking, and horseback riding facilities. RAVEN HAVEN www.ravenhavenbandb.info. 256-634-4310. 651 Co. Rd. 644. 4 units. $95–$110. FB, PB, TV, AC, FP . PC, TC. Voted by inn-goers as one of top 15 B&B Best Weekend Escapes, Arrington’s Book of Lists. D-1(a, f, h–j, n), D-3(f). DEER TRAILS HOUSE 256-845-6000. 1 unit; $125; PC,TC. K, SJ. THE GOURDIE SHOP 256-634-4776, 256-586-6404. Hwy. 117. Free. PC, TC, CC. Each Gourdie® is a one-of-a-kind creation. Also art, unique gift items and unusual antiques. DUSK DOWNING HEIGHTS www.duskdowningheights.com. 423-718-1487, 205-997-7296. 27527 Co. Rd. 89. 1 unit; 4 bedrooms, 4 bath. . $200-$250/nt. K, SJ. PC, TC. LITTLE RIVER RETREATS www.littleriverretreat.com. 256-997-6939. 512 Co. Rd. 626. 2 units. $120-$150. K, SJ, SCD. PC. HUMMINGBIRD HOUSE 256-634-4055. 4238 AL. Hwy. 117. Open F.-Sat. 9-5; Sun. 12:30-5. Free. PC, TC, CC. Specializes in unique gifts for the home and garden. Free gift wrapping. MENTONE CABINS NRHP NRHS www.mentonecabins.com. 888-560-0492, 706413-0533, 205-567-1775 (cell). Multiple units available.. $107–$179. K, SCD. TC, CC. D-1(a, b). LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN WILD ANIMAL PARK www.lookoutmtnzoo.com. 256-634-8211. 3593 Hwy. 117. Open 10–4. Fee for attractions only. Non-proﬁt zoo and wildlife rehabilitation center. Goal: To provide environmental and species conservation through education and recreation. WINSTON PLACE MANSION (C. 1831) www.virtualcities.com/al/winstonplace.htm. 888-4-WINSTON, 256-635-6381. 353 Railroad Ave., Valley Head. 5 units. $145–$175. CB, PB, TV, AC. PC, TC, CC. Historical inn with elegant ambience. Featured in May 1998 Southern Living, Northeast Designer Showcase Homes, Best of South, Hidden Pathways of Alabama. Weddings and receptions. MENTONE DAY DREAM LOG CABINS www.mentonedaydreamlogcabins.com. 256-8449925, 256-393-7678. 63 Co. Rd. 9083. 3 units. $110-$134. K, SJ, SCD. PC, TC, CC. MENTONE FAMILY LODGE MENTONE WEDDING CHAPEL, PRESTON HOUSE www.mentoneweddingchapel.com. 256-634-4181. 614 Co. Rd. 948. Open M.–Sat. 9–8. Free. PC, TC, CC. Elegant weddings, receptions for 100 guests. Romantic, candlelit mountain chapel for couples to 60 people. D-1(b). CWT www.mentonelodge.com. 800-998-1956, 800-9981956. 5 sleeping rooms. $175 and up. K, MF, ER, PA, SCD, GD, AAA. PC, TC, CC. D-1(a, i, k, m, n), D-3(h). MENTONE LOG CABINS www.mentonelogcabins.com. 256-657-4335. Rd. 9081. 7 units. $100–$130. K, SJ. 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