Title: Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms (Mobile)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45240000/45235500/45235469/630df9fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms (Mobile)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45240000/45235500/45235469/40de3504.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms (Mobile)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45240000/45235500/45235469/452f9f56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms (Mobile)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45240000/45235500/45235469/85bdd2d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms (Mobile)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45240000/45235500/45235469/b12b1763.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Consider a stay at Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms The Dan de Lion Lodge is a charming, historic home, built in 1918, as a "speak easy" during Mobile's prohibition era. Later it was converted to a home and added on to for family fleeing Nazis during World War II. Newly renovated, it is perfect for family gatherings, retreats, grilling, boating, fishing, watching mullet jump and relaxing sunset viewing on the wharf. Nestled among 7 acres of Live Oaks and Palmettos on the banks of beautiful Dog River, this house is only 15 minutes from Downtown Mobile; a city famous for being the birthplace of Mardi Gras, delicious Gulf seafood and several antebellum homes in its 600 blocks of historic districts. World famous Bellingrath Gardens is 30 minutes to the south and the beautiful white sand beaches of Dauphin Island are 45 minutes away. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - In-room accessibility - No lift (single-level property) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Plenty outdoor areas for smoking ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the marina - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby ### 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 3,600 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109470000/109461000/109460903/f2c2a2e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central Location Historic Grandeur Old Dauphin Way Historic District - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=109460903&PinnedHotelID=109460903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109130000/109125100/109125014/w1200h796x0y0-f5e3c68b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dauphin Darling 4 Units Old Dauphin Way Historic District - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=109125014&PinnedHotelID=109125014&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74640000/74635600/74635507/c148b148.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Midtown Cottage, Great Location! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Charming Historic Riverfront Charming historic riverfront lodge Charming historic riverfront lodge Mobile New Listing Charming Historic Riverfront Lodge ## About the area Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Venetia, a neighbourhood in Mobile. Mobile Medical Museum and Bragg-Mitchell Mansion are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Westgate Plaza and Theodore Oaks. GulfQuest National Maritime Museum and Gulf Coast Exploreum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby. [Visit our Mobile travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mobile.dx602984) [View more Holiday homes in Mobile](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mobile-Private-Holiday-Homes.d602984-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%7C30.61510%2C-88.10944&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SB1WION43VkxmOU5Bqpq41LkXCk=) Mobile, AL ### What's nearby - Hank Aaron Stadium 6 min drive \- 3.6 miles - Topgolf Mobile 7 min drive \- 4.2 miles - Dauphin Street 9 min drive \- 7.1 miles - Spring Hill College 9 min drive \- 7.3 miles - Mardi Gras Park 11 min drive \- 8.6 miles ### Getting around - Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) 12 min drive ### Restaurants - Topgolf 11 min drive - Judy's Place 13 min drive - McDonald's 14 min drive - Dave & Buster's 10 min drive - Starbucks 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms? ### Where is Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 101 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Norman D. 16 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great house and location on Dog River. Have stayed here on numerous fishing trips ##### Norman D. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julia J. 11 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We loved spending time in your lovely home! Everything was just perfect and our family gathered there for great food and visiting! Thank you for allowing us to enjoy family and food in such beautiful surroundings! ##### Julia J. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Blinds D. 23 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Easy to find. Very spacious. Beautiful yard and view— house has everything you would ever need or want—- highly recommend and wonderful hosts ##### Blinds D. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### C. C. 28 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Absolutely amazing time to gather with family & enjoy this home & it's surrounding area. Thank you for blessing us with the opportunity to create life lasting memories. Family from Minnesota, South Dakota joined here to celebrate my son's graduation from USA. Even in the Gulf Coast heat in July we enjoyed every minute!! ##### C. C. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Darrell G. 29 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Nice home but quirky and kind of old fashioned. I’m sure lots of people love homes like this because it’s very unique but I thought it was just ok. The dock and access to the river was amazing. Worker out well for a few guys in town for work but I probably wouldn’t stay here with my family. Again, ok but not great. ##### Darrell G. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda C. 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### LC Love the property. This is our second stay here. Everyone loved the dock, fire pit area and large dining table. We fished, swam, roasted marshmallows and played dominoes. It was great! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ac0c7219-8d59-4a82-af78-ab344c6ac6b9-1748873965710.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Linda C. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jared A. 21 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Setting! What a gorgeous spot to hang out! Charming, historic home, quiet, water-side setting. I think we’ll be coming back next year—next time we’ll allocate less time on the golf course and more time here. ##### Jared A. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brett G. 23 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful old place Great place. Beautiful location. It’s an old house loaded with history and unique items. All the comforts you need, would stay again. ##### Brett G. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chef Jo-Jo D. 26 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Place They were great hosts. It was a tough time because we were going to a funeral in Mobile. We were drained emotionally. Staying there and on the river was very helpful In getting through. The whole family loved it. ##### Chef Jo-Jo D. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Douglas D. 16 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So much charm and history We had a lovely time. Our family stayed there for our nephew's wedding at Fort Conde Inn. The location of this VRBO was ideal. The grounds are so beautiful! The beds were all comfortable and the house was fully equipped. Thank you for your hospitality.everythin ##### Douglas D. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon C. 30 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely Amazing! Our time at DandeLion Lodge was exceptional! Our group found everything to be readily available and accessible! We would definitely recommend this to others and come again ourselves. Some spent more time at the pier than the house as they are anglers to the core! :) The view and spaciousness of the house was just phenomenal for a group of 12 adults. We were highly impressed and blessed to spend time bonding, relaxing and being refreshed in your home! ##### Sharon C. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simone B. 7 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Gathering Wonderful location for a family gathering. Plenty of room to spread out. Enjoyed being on the river while sitting on the dock or kayaking. ##### Simone B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin H. 24 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Getaway for Golf Trip Dandelion Lodge accommodated our group perfectly. Plenty of room to relax and socialize. Views of Dog River and being able to enjoy the sunset in the warf/dock was a bonus. Location worked well and offered balance of access to plenty of restaurants stores while being secluded enough to truly get away. ##### Kevin H. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah M. 9 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Annual Gathering We loved the house and its history. The quiet of the river can't be beat. Great place to gather and relax! ##### Sarah M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill S. 30 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Group Birthday There was about 12 of us that stayed over memorial day weekend for several birthdays and to celebrate the holiday. We had a great time! There was plenty of room for everyone, multiple refrigerators to store drinks and food and a fully functional kitchen with lots of counter space and cooking equipment. We even had room to bring our crawfish boilers and do a small crawfish boil.We were also able to bring our boats and park them on the dock with plenty of room for 3 - 22ft.The only negative I would say is some of the mattresses could be changed as my husband and I sunk in the middle and we had some tall people with us that didn't quite fit the double beds, so maybe some queen beds would be helpful. ##### Jill S. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda B. 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Friends Getaway We had such a good time. The house is amazing and very comfortable. It is really easy to get to and very close to things to do with still a feeling of being away from it all. Very stress-free. Thanks to the owners for sharing. ##### Brenda B. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim L. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden gem in heart of mobile! This is our second stay at the dandelion! Great property with the best history. I wish there was a book of stories this house has seen! Ask about the picked flowers from the property in the bedrooms. 🌸The house is old and should be treated with respect and not ever seen as a flaw but as the great character it has earned! ##### Kim L. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David T. 20 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A lot of room to spread out Perfect for large families. Kids loved the river and dock. Fires every night. It feels like if your grandparents had an old place out in the woods. You feel right at home. ##### David T. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer S. 26 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Another great Christmas! Second time we have stayed with our family over Christmas. Beautiful property, plenty of room to spread out, amazing sunsets! Such a cool old home with tons of character. Great location to visit the rest of our family. Marbury is super helpful for anything needed. Only thing I would change is queen beds instead of doubles. ##### Jennifer S. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becky P. 28 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Reunion We enjoyed exploring the house to see all its varied decor. The house and land provided plenty of space for everyone to be together or have some private space when needed. It was the most stocked rental we've ever used. Loved sitting or swinging on the dock first thing in the a.m. with a hot cup of coffee... doesn't get any better! ##### Becky P. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Traci H. 19 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Waterfront Property with Historical Charm We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Dandelion Lodge on Dog River. The 100+ year old home was large and sufficiently spacious to accommodate our family (6 bedrooms) and included all the modern amenities that make home away from home extra enjoyable. We were in Mobile for a family wedding, so our schedule was full. Wish we'd had more time to just hang out at the property and relax. We will definitely be back (property owner willing) in the future. ##### Traci H. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olivia S. 22 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Theatre Competition Comes to Mobile Our purpose in Mobile was the Southeastern Theater Conference. Having a house in a beautiful setting allowed us easy access to downtown Mobile but a nice retreat for everyone to gather. The size of the property allowed all of us to be together or not. Some liked the tranquility of the dock, others used the front porch to run lines for the show. The big round table in the dining room had plenty of room for all of us to talk, have a meal or play a game. Great property! ##### Olivia S. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### LOUIS S. 12 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Driveway a little difficult to find and thr house definitely had the vintage feel but very clean. Really enjoyed our stay ##### LOUIS S. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanne S. 8 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Words cannot describe this place! Be prepared to stock up on food as you will not want to leave, the dock, the porches, the wildlife, the beds everything was perfect and wished we could have stayed longer. Marbury was an excellent host with clear communication and the place is better than described, the photos do not do it justice and would highly recommend. ##### Joanne S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren H. 17 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everything about thos home was amazing. It felt like we were transported back into time. The grounds were so beautifully kept and the home is a total gem. Plenty of room for our party of 8 and over all we were very comfortable. ##### Lauren H. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ---