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Charming, historic riverfront lodge

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6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12334 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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

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 and relaxing sunsets 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 many 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 manager

Marbury Buckhaults, Ogden Deaton, Tucker Deaton

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • 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

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 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

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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

Map
Mobile, AL

What's nearby

  • Hank Aaron Stadium - 10 min drive
  • Mobile Cruise Terminal - 14 min drive
  • Mobile Civic Center - 15 min drive
  • Dauphin Street - 16 min drive
  • University of South Alabama - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rice Asian Grill & Sushi Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Patches Lounge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Jamaican Vibes Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Smokey Dembo Smokehouse - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming, historic riverfront lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Charming, historic riverfront lodge located?

Located in Venetia, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Hank Aaron Stadium, Ladd-Peebles Stadium and Mobile Bay. Mobile Cruise Terminal and Dauphin Street are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Charming, historic riverfront lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Douglas D., Riverside, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous!
My husband and I had our elderly Mom's (89 and 91) with us. We spent 4 nights. We spent half that preparing for Hurricane Francine which just added to our adventures! Thank you so much for making your home available. We enjoyed it so much ❤️ The home was so fun
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay!
Great location and property! Very clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simone B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M., Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness
Simple way of life
So happy to have this house available and go back to simpler, slower times. So homey yet eclectic and meaningful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norman D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Wonderful house with beautiful views of Dog river from the dock.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Gathering
We loved the house and its history. The quiet of the river can't be beat. Great place to gather and relax!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Spiritual Retreat
This property was absolutely amazing!!!! The home was clean very spacious with all the amenities anyone could ask for. Thank. The water was beautiful and the property was peaceful. I absolutely loved this home and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Guys Golf Trip
This house was perfect for our guys golf trip of 8. Everything was exactly as advertised, and was very central to the courses we were playing. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old ladies vacation
The location is wonderful, the house is too. All wood and big windows it is very private. It was quiet, generally all you hear are birds and the splashing from fish jumping.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Homey unique stay on Dog River
We loved staying at the Dan de Lion! Morning coffee on the wharf, kayaking and canoeing everyday and enjoying the peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittainy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation
We had a blast.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
It was an awesome stay. We loved it and just perfect for our family! Relaxing and beautiful. It was the icing on the cake for our beautiful wedding festivities. So nice to come back to after the celebration!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint away from it all
Unique house that sleeps many; great location for things to do around Mobile and Dauphin Island; plenty of room for kids to play and many things provides for them; good place for a larger group for almost many purposes—reunions, tourist sights; gulf swimming, or even golf outings
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness
Grandma Girlfriend Getaway
If you love a house with a great story and decades of history, then this is the place for you. Upon arrival, we immediately headed through the beautiful grounds to the dock for a glorious sunset. The house contains so many lovely antiques and eclectic artifacts that everyday we were noticing something new, not seen before. It was cozy, inviting and warm. Having morning coffee and breakfast on the porches was our favorite part, while listening to the beautiful sound of chirping birds of all kinds. The hosts were a delight and were available to answer any questions that we had about Dandelion’s history. We have all been traveling together for over thirty years, and this property will be one of our favorites and most memorable...on that, we all agreed. The character of this property, the gracious hosts, and the wonderful history was greatly appreciated!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
Excellent place for the family to reconnect
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

scott h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kayaks were great
Lovely home. Great place for a group to hang out. We had one small problem and the owners resolved it quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022