2009 Official Alabama Vacation Guide - (Page 50) Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains Alabama Mountains ALABAMA MOUNTAINS GOURDIE SHOP, THE www.gourdies.com. 256-634-4776, 256-5866404. 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, 205-807-9909. 27527 Cty. Rd. 89. 1 unit; 4 bedrooms, 4 bath. $200–$250/nt. K, SJ. PC, TC. 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). 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. LITTLE RIVER RETREATS www.littleriverretreat.com. 256-997-6939. 512 Cty. Rd. 626. 2 units. $120–$150. K, SJ, SCD. PC. MOUNTAIN LAUREL INN 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. 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. MENTONE CABINS NRHP NRHS www.mentonecabins.com. 888-560-0492, 706-413-0533, 205-567-1775 (cell). Multiple units available that will accommodate 2-14 people. $107–$299. K, SJ, PA, SCD. TC, CC. D-1(a, b). MENTONE DAY DREAM LOG CABINS www.mentonedaydreamlogcabins.com. 256-845-0420, 256-393-7678. 63 Cty. Rd. 9083. 3 units. $107–$135. K, SJ, SCD. PC, TC, CC. D-3(h). RAVEN HAVEN www.ravenhavenbandb.info. 256-634-4310. 651 Co. Rd. 644. 4 units. $115 - $130. 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). MENTONE WEDDING CHAPEL, PRESTON HOUSE www.mentoneweddingchapel.com. 256-6344181. 614 Co. Rd. 948. Open M-Sat. 9–8. Free. PC, TC, CC. Preston House. Elegant weddings, receptions for 100 guests. Romantic, candlelit mountain chapel for couples to 60 people. Accommodations: Alpine House, Gate House. D-1(b). MENTONE FAMILY LODGE CWT www.mentonelodge.com. 800-998-1956, 800998-1956, 770-908-7388. 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). WOODHAVEN 256-635-6438. 390 Lowry Rd., Valley Head. 5 units. $90–$100. FB, PB, TV, AC. PC, TC. Beautiful turn-ofcentury home/farm at foot of Lookout Mountain just off I-59 near Fort Payne and Mentone. MENTONE LOG CABINS www.mentonelogcabins.com. 256-657-4335. Rd. 9081. 7 units. $100–$130. K, SJ. PC, TC, CC. MOORESVILLE map C-10 ATTRACTIONS TOWN OF MOORESVILLE www.alabamamountainlakes.org. 800-648-5381, 256-350-3500. Mooresville exit 2 off I-565 (between Decatur and Huntsville), Madison. Group tours by appt. Admission charged. PC. 1818 village. Oldest incorporated Alabama town. Post office: original call boxes built prior to Civil War. Community brick church (c. 1838), stagecoach inn (c. 1820). SHADY GROVE DUDE RANCH/ CLOUDMONT SKI & GOLF RESORT www.cloudmont.com. 256-634-4344, 256-6348339. 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, skiing, more. D-1(a). MOUNTAIN CREST CABINS www.mountaincrestcabins.com. 251-649-1514, 251-402-4227. 4 units. $125. K, SJ. PC, TC. ROCK BLUFF RENTALS www.rockbluffinc.com. 256-634-8180, 256-364-0033. 22864 Co. Rd. 89 N. 4 units. $139-$199. K, SJ, PA, GD. PC, CC. 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 256-845-6000. 470 Co. Rd. 637. 1 cabin. $100-$150 K. PC, TC. MOULTON map D-8 ATTRACTIONS ALEXANDER BUILDING, THE 800-344-8266, 256-974-7654. 14335 Court St. Open M–Sat. 10–6; Sun. 10–3. Constructed 1948 by Moulton mayor. Previously hardware store, book depository, Masonic lodge, selective service. Concert arena. SHADY GROVE DUDE RANCH www.cloudmont.com/shadygrove.htm. 256-6344344. Alpine Rd. #165. 4 (groups). $10–$160. MF. PC, TC. D-1(a). 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. 9/18 tees holes, par 63, 4233 yds. D-1(a). THE MOOSE LODGE www.cabinrentalsmentone.com. 256-524-2034, 256-523-2071. 341 Cty. Rd. 9079. 1 unit. $130 K, SJ. PC, TC. BED & BREAKFASTS ANTEBELLUM WINSTON PLACE MANSION (C. 1831) www.virtualcities.com/al/winstonplace.htm. 888-4-WINSTON, 256-635-6381. 353 Railroad Ave., Valley Head. 4 units. $149–$179. FB, PB, CW, TV, AC, FP, HI. 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. BLACK WARRIORS’ PATH/ MITCHELL TRACE 256-905-2494, 256-905-2499. 1219 Co. Rd. 187, Danville. Open M–F 8–4:30, Sat. 8–1; Sun. 1–4. Free. Was removal route for 2500 Creek Indians. Traveled by Davy Crockett during Creek Indian War. Ran from Ft. Mitchell to Ft. Hampton. ACCOMMODATIONS ADAMS OUTDOORS www.adamsoutdoors.com. 256-845-2988, 850-983-6644. County Rd. 103. 2 cabins sleeps up to 22 guests. $70–$385 K, MF, PA, GD. PC, TC. D-1(b, e–g, j). JESSE OWENS MEMORIAL PARK & MUSEUM www.jesseowensmuseum.org. 256-974-3636. 7019 Co. Rd. 203, Danville. Open Tu.-Sat. 10:30-4; by appt. Su., Mon., and holidays. Free. $2 per person; fee for groups rates. PC. Museum depicts Owens’ athletic and humanitarian achievements through interactive exhibits, a rare film, and memorabilia. Birth home replica, bronze statue, 1936 torch replica, picnic pavilions. D-1(b, f, h, i, l, n, p). CHESTNUT OAKS COTTAGE 256-845-6000, 256-997-5555. 16485 Cty. Rd. 89. 1 unit. $150. K. PC. D-1(a, e, g, i, n), D-3(e). 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). CLIFFS LODGE, THE www.geocities.com/thecliffslodge. 256-6343336. 15861 Co. Rd. 89. 6 units. $79-$119. CB, SJ, PA, SCD, GD. PC, TC, CC. D-1(b, n), D-3(h). MENTONE INN www.mentoneinn.com. 800-455-7470, 256634-4836. Hwy. 117. 12 units. $115-$135/nt. FB, PB, CW, AC, FP, HI, SCD, GD. PC, CC. Perfect for getaways, corporate workshops, retreats or family events. Dining room available for private events. Catering available with reservations in advance. Wi-fi, pets allowed, kid friendly. Live music every third Saturday night. D-1(b). LAWRENCE COUNTY ARCHIVES AND HISTORICAL BUILDING 256-974-1757. 698 Main St. Open M–F 9–4. Free. Located in Historic Bank of Moulton building. Houses original and microfilmed historical and genealogical records. D-1(a). CLOUDMONT SKI & GOLF RESORT (SADDLEROCK GOLF COURSE) www.cloudmont.com. 256-634-4344. 89 Co. Rd. 614, Lookout Mountain Pkwy. 9 units. $65–$75. K, SP, GC, PA. PC, TC, CC. D-1(a). OAKVILLE INDIAN MOUNDS EDUCATION CENTER 256-905-2494, 256-905-2499. 1219 Co. Rd. 187, Danville. Open M–F 8–4. Sat: 8-4, Sun: 12-4. Open most holidays. Call ahead. Free. PC. Cherokee Council house museum, portion of Black Warriors’ Path, state’s largest Woodland ceremonial Indian mound, Copena Indian burial mound. Park, lake, fishing pier, gift shop. D-1(g, h, l). GO TO www.alabama.travel FOR MORE INFORMATION 50 w w w. a l a b a m a . t r a v e l 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. 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