Crest View Lodge on Brow | Movie Theater | Wi-Fi

Crest View Lodge at Woodland Retreat at DeSoto | Spacious Family Home on the Brow | Secluded | Gated Entrance | Sunken Deck | Movie Theater | 6 Bedrooms | 3 King Beds | 3.5 Bathrooms | Gas Log Fireplace | Fast Wi-Fi | Sunroom | Private Office | Jacuzzi Soaking Tub | No-Stairs Entrance | Large Back Porch | 5 Smart TVs | Hosts up to 18 Guests The space Crest View Lodge at Woodland Retreat at DeSoto | Spacious Family Home on the Brow | Secluded | Gated Entrance | Sunken Deck | Movie Theater | 6 Bedrooms | 3 King Beds | 3.5 Bathrooms | Gas Log Fireplace | Fast Wi-Fi | Sunroom | Private Office | Jacuzzi Soaking Tub | No-Stairs Entrance | Large Back Porch | 5 Smart TVs | Hosts up to 18 Guests Crest View Lodge is a spacious family vacation home perched on the brow, high atop Lookout Mountain in Alabama. It is situated on a sprawling 92-acre, heavily-wooded retreat property, Woodland Retreat at DeSoto. Crest View Lodge, the retreat property owners’ personal family vacation home, offers a secluded and serene escape for those seeking tranquility and natural beauty. Woodland Retreat at DeSoto borders the picturesque DeSoto State Park. Explore nearby waterfalls, parks, shops, and restaurants, or just enjoy the peace that this destination retreat property offers guests. Diverse wildlife is spotted frequently on the property, and fantastic hiking trails are nearby at DeSoto State Park! Renew, refresh, and be restored! **THE RETREAT PROPERTY** As you approach the property, a grand gated entrance surrounded by boulders welcomes you down a long and winding graveled road through the woods, setting the tone for the exclusivity and privacy this retreat offers. Close to the home, there is a circle driveway, allowing for parking for up to 8 vehicles. There are 3 no-stairs entrances into the main level of this home. Guests agree that the most significant highlight of Crest View Lodge is its stunning outdoor spaces. A spacious back porch invites you to relax and take in the fresh mountain air, while a sunken deck provides an ideal setting for outdoor gatherings and al fresco dining. Another significant highlight of this large family home is the spacious Movie Theater, custom-designed by the homeowners to deliver the ultimate cinematic experience with a Polk Audio Cinema Surround Sound System for their friends, family and guests. Yet another significant highlight of this home is the very spacious primary bedroom suite, located on the main level of the home with no stairs required for entry. Nestled in a private wing of the home, the suite is known as the “Haven of Tranquility,” and its crowning jewel is the bedroom with a king-sized bed, positioned to offer the most enchanting views of the nearby mountain crests and sunsets through large picture windows. There are 2 bedside tables with lamps and USB charging stations. Adjoining the bedroom is a private office with a 32” Roku HD TV above a desk that has screen-sharing and live-streaming capabilities. The loveseat sofa in the private office creates a comfortable work environment but is also perfect for a quiet reading nook and intimate movie nights-for-two:) Also adjoining the office is the primary bathroom, complete with a Jacuzzi soaking tub for those a relaxation experience after a day of hiking at DeSoto State Park. Next to the soaking tub, you will enjoy the large walk-in shower, customized by the homeowners. Whether you seek a quick revitalizing shower or a long, indulgent soak, this space caters to your every preference. At the front of the home, there is a sunroom with great views into the wooded front yard area, landscaped with native plants from the property and local nursery that specializes in native plants of Lookout Mountain in Alabama. In the sunroom, there is a place to remove your shoes, per request of the homeowners. When you enter the sunroom from the front entrance, you will see a farmhouse-style dining table on the right that seats up to 10 guests. Straight ahead and through another exterior door, you will enter the main dining area of the home, and a dining table there seats 8 guests. Moving into the main living area, known as "The Gathering Place," you will appreciate the sight of a large comfortable furniture and a gas log fireplace. There is plenty of room for your family to enjoy this space with a 70" HD smart television as well as books, games and puzzles. A small half bathroom adjoins the living area for your convenience. Directly next to the living room area is the dining area and kitchen. In the kitchen, there is a walk-in pantry, large refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, crockpot, casserole dishes, electric griddle, hand mixer, mixing bowls, coffee maker, electric water kettle, coffee mugs, toaster, blender, cooking pans, can opener, pans, cooking utensils, dishes, drinking glasses, wine glasses, eating utensils, cooking spices, and more. In addition to the primary bedroom suite, there are 5 additional bedrooms. Bedroom 2 and 3, as well as a full bathroom are located downstairs (only 3 steps required). Bedroom 2, known as "Deerly Beloved," has a King bed, walk-in closet, dresser, bedside tables, and lamps USB charging stations, and window views into the woods. Bedroom 3, known as "Bearly Heaven," has a King bed, bedside tables, lamps with USB charging stations, and a closet. The full bathroom, also downstairs, has a tub/shower combination, sink and toilet. Upstairs in the home, you will find Bedrooms 4, 5 and 6, as well as another full bathroom. Bedroom 4, "Take A Hike," can sleep up to 3 guests and includes a Twin Bunk bed over a Full bed, 24" Roku TV, dresser, and a bedside table with a lamp that has a USB charging station. Next door, Bedroom 5, "Don't Wake the Bear," can sleep up to 4 guests and includes a Queen bed, set of Twin Bunk beds, walk-in closet, dresser, and a bedside table with a lamp that has a USB charging station. There is a full bathroom near Bedrooms 4 and 5. While you are upstairs, be sure to take in the amazing views of distant mountain crests, through the large picture windows over the living area. Also upstairs is Bedroom 6, "Twin Burrow Loft." This loft area can sleep up to 6 guests and includes 2 Queen beds, 2 dressers, a Full Futon sofa/bed, and a 24" Roku TV. In the dressers, bedding for the Futon bed is available. Downstairs and adjoining the Dining Area, there is a full laundry room with a washer and dryer available for your convenience, as well as an electric steamer. This is the homeowners’ personal vacation home. Guests have access to the entire home, with exception to the nearby workshop on the property and locked owners’ closets in the home. WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS PEACEFUL RETREAT PROPERTY: 1) Very secluded, natural environment with trees everywhere on the 92-acre retreat property! 2) The retreat property borders DeSoto State Park! 3) There is a Movie Theater with 12 leather recliners for fun family movie nights! 4) The primary bedroom suite is located on the main level with a no-stairs entrance! 5) Located on Lookout Mountain's brow, guests enjoy breathtaking views of distant mountain crests! **EXPLORE THE AREA** Less than 500 feet from DeSoto State Park 3.7 miles - The Citadel Boulders Preserve 5.4 miles - DeSoto Falls 8.0 miles - The Hatter Cafe in Mentone 8.5 miles - VFW Fairgrounds 10.9 miles - Alabama Fan Club & Museum 11.1 miles - Little River Canyon National Preserve 28.8 miles - Cloudland Canyon State Park, GA 37.0 miles - Unclaimed Baggage in Scottsboro 43.0 miles - Rock City & Ruby Falls 50.5 miles - Chattanooga, TN 75.8 miles - Huntsville, AL 106 miles - Birmingham, AL 114 miles - Atlanta, GA You will want a car to see the sites and experience why Lookout Mountain in Alabama has so much to offer guests for a perfect vacation experience! You will be given access to a list of favorite attractions and restaurants! Waterfalls, national preserve, state parks, zip lining, hiking, picnicking, rappelling, horseback trail rides, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, wild animal preserve, golfing, swimming, museums, glass blowing, making pottery, skiing (seasonal), unique local dining, antique shopping, scenic drives, and MORE! So that you can experience life on the mountain like locals, we provide our guests with a list of all the attractions and restaurants! Chattanooga is only an hour away - Birmingham and Atlanta are less than 2 hours away! **OUR POLICIES** You will receive an email to e-sign a vacation rental agreement and upload your photo ID before the reservation is complete. This retreat property is dog-friendly (small to medium dogs only - 2 dogs max), and a $99 pet fee is applied per dog for this property. Dogs must be leashed at all times. This retreat property does not allow smoking anywhere on the property. Quiet Hours 8pm to 8am. Exterior security cameras are located at this property. Parking area allows 8 cars max (unless host authorization) There is a $500 security deposit HOLD required for this retreat property. Guests will receive text and email communication from Peaceful Retreats prior, during and after each retreat. This listing does not include the use of Crest View Venue on the property. The event venue must be reserved directly with Peaceful Retreats. Message the host if you would like information on reserving the entire 92-acre retreat property which includes the secluded Crest View Lodge and, approximately a half mile away, Coyote Cabin and The Otter Box Cabin. The entire retreat property, Woodland Retreat at DeSoto, can currently host up to 32 Guests. **GIVE-BACK** Peaceful Retreats gives back 10% of all revenue commission collected from reservations at Crest View Lodge to First Light Community of Mobile. Located in the historic district of Mobile, Alabama, First Light Community of Mobile is a nonprofit organization with a mission dedicated to creating homes in which adults with and without intellectual disabilities share life together. They seek to contribute to a world that recognizes the unique value of every person and celebrates diversity while believing everyone has a gift to share. Guest access Once the reservation is complete, and 24 hours before scheduled check-in, Guests will receive access to the retreat property.