Title: Mountain Retreat! Ruby's Roost Home & Loft Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mountain Retreat! Ruby's Roost Home & Loft ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117340000/117333700/117333699/e11cfb86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117340000/117333700/117333699/606e51f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117340000/117333700/117333699/9b04525e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117340000/117333700/117333699/d1bcf576.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117340000/117333700/117333699/680d4bed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Mountain Retreat! Ruby's Roost Home & Loft provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathrooms3500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Mountain Retreat! Ruby's Roost Home & Loft Summary: \*2 units-COMBINED booking!\* The sleepy town of Mentone invites you to slow down, sit back, and return to a time when front porches opened up to friends as well as vistas. With 4 beds, 3 baths, Ruby's Roost provides ample room for both entertainment and relaxation inside and outside. The 2nd home, Magpie Nest sits high in the trees above our detached garage. With a private entrance this cozy home boas an apartment living feel w/1 bedroom, one bath, and a fantastic view! We can't wait to host you! The Space: \*Fireworks are strictly prohibited on our property at all times, including holidays. We appreciate your understanding!\* \*\*Note: We offer WiFi for your convenience, but please note the rural location can cause the connection to be spotty, and it may be unreliable at times. We recommend downloading any essential files and content in advance, just in case the connection is not working.\*\* Upon arrival, enjoy the breathtaking scenery that can be appreciated from one of the many vantage points on our property. Come inside, and you will find the view is just gorgeous! The main level of our home boasts floor-to-ceiling windows and an open-concept living space. Guests will enjoy our full, eat-in kitchen, stocked with all the basics needed to settle in and feel "at home." Our living room provides ample seating options and a large flat-screen TV with Roku. A queen bedroom and a full bathroom are located on the main level as well. Please continue to the upper level of our house, where guests will continue to enjoy views of the valley below. Two queen bedrooms, each with direct access to a shared full bathroom and laundry can be found on this level. An additional lounge space with games and a futon is upstairs. The lower level of the home offers a shared relaxing/sleeping space, which includes a small kitchenette, a queen bed, a bunk bed, and a sofa. The last private bedroom is in the basement with a king bed. There is also a full bathroom! Make sure to try to narrow down your favorite outside spot as well! With three levels of decking that wrap around the house, as well as a fire pit and other various places to sit back and relax, you might find yourself spending more time outside than inside! Magpie Nest (detached garage apartment) The Magpie Nest is an above garage apartment that offers breathtaking views and natural beauty. Our cozy little treehouse offers guests an open-style living space with an eat-in kitchen stocked with all the basics you need to settle in and feel "at home." The living room has a TV complete with Roku so you can relax after exploring our sleepy little town and all it has to offer! A generous bedroom with a queen-size bed and a full bathroom with fresh updates complete our home! Don't forget to take time to checkout the beautiful wildlife around the property, especially the ladybugs! We hope you enjoy our space (inside and out) as much as we do! We are happy to answer any questions about our home and the area! Hope to see you soon! \*\*\*Wildlife frequents this area, please use caution\*\*\* \*\*\*We love our big, warm windows - and in the winter, so do ladybugs! They are harmless but resistant to pest control treatments. Please open and close the door to the porch quickly to reduce the number that get inside. If they do, we’ve left a small vacuum in the corner of the dining room. You can suck them up and dump them back outside!\*\*\* Guest Access: The house has a digital keypad at the front door which will provide you access to the house. The code will be provided upon check-in. You will have full and private access to the home. The Neighborhood: We a located in a rural area. While we do have "neighbors" our lots are large and there is privacy. \*\*Wildlife frequents this area, please use caution\*\* Getting Around: We recommend driving and offer parking for our guests. Other Things to Note: We require a signed rental agreement and for guest to be 21 years of age to book. If you notify us of your intent to cancel prior to the lapse of the free cancellation period, we will return 97% of your payment. The other 3% will already have been collected by the credit card processing company, and we have no way to return that portion of the payment. We are a pet friendly home. Pets must be crated when they are left unattended in the home. We do not allow pets on furniture or beds, and all waste must be cleaned up from the yard. All pets require a non-refundable pet fee. If there is evidence of pet hair on the furniture, excess hair in the home, stains, or waste found in the yard or home, you will be charged the cost to clean this. In the event that a security deposit is collected, we will retain all or part of the security deposit to cover any costs associated with additional cleaning due to pets. Interaction with Guests: We like to give our guests maximum privacy, so we offer contact-free checkin via a digital door code. Just know that we are only a phone call away if ever the need arises during your stay! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - On a lake ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 3,500 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules "(1) MINIMUM AGE: You must be at least 21 years of age to rent this property. (2) NO SMOKING: If our cleaning crew reports any signs of smoking ci... ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: Charge may apply ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 6817b2f7f4966500116367a8 ## About the area Located in Mentone, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. DeSoto State Park and Little River Canyon National Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Dekalb County VFW Agricultural Fairgrounds and Dekalb VFW Agricultural Fairgrounds. The Gourdie Shop and Alabama Fan Club and Museum are also worth visiting. [Visit our Mentone travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mentone.dx3000423314) [View more Holiday homes in Mentone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mentone-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3000423314-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.52036%2C-85.63327&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=v8z07xeIZaTVjmMuZkEJzNvXPcE=) Mentone, AL ### What's nearby - DeSoto State Park - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles - Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort - 11 min drive - 3.4 miles - DeSoto Falls - 14 min drive - 4.3 miles - Little River Canyon Center - 28 min drive - 16.2 miles - Little River Canyon National Preserve - 29 min drive - 17.1 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Wingstop - ‬17 min drive - ‪Arby's - ‬18 min drive - ‪Mi Casita Mexican Restaurant - ‬16 min drive - ‪Jack's - ‬18 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mountain Retreat! Ruby's Roost Home & Loft pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Mountain Retreat! Ruby's Roost Home & Loft? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Mountain Retreat! Ruby's Roost Home & Loft? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Mountain Retreat! Ruby's Roost Home & Loft located? > Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from DeSoto State Park and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Lost Falls Trailhead. Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort and DeSoto Falls are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question