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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12334 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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

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, Topgolf Mobile and Ladd-Peebles Stadium. Mobile Bay and Newhouse Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Charming, historic riverfront lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Douglas D.

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

Deanne G.

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

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

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.

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.

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

Alan G.

Excellent location and great setting.
We had a wonderful time and enjoyed the house and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Norman D.

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

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

Wonderful place, so charming and unique
Enjoyed our stay. The unique features of the home were great and made for a great getaway for our staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

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

Jeff M.

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

Sarah M.

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

Norman D.

Great house and view of the river
Perfect location for long weekend
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

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

Regina B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Home, property, & Dog River is absolutely beautiful! Homeowners were amazing.
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay & will be back. Thank you 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

Great house on Dog River!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, property was as described, incredibly charming, and a great getaway for friends and family. We'll be booking again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anne M., New Orleans, LA

Fabulous House on the Dog River
We loved our stay at the Dan De Lion! The house is charming and beautiful and was the perfect location for a long weekend away from New Orleans. Sitting on the dock at dusk was magical!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Joe B.

Great house and location!
Really a fun place to stay. Owners are very helpful and easy to work with. Could not have been better. Thanks for a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marianne J.

Wonderful! RELAXING!
Perfection! Wonderful place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Casey F.

Great Trip
Tons of room for our extended family. Property was as advertised. Had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jesse P.

Quaint and charming
Very good stay at this home! Plenty of bedrooms and space for the 7 of us. Great yard and view of the water! Really great trip overall.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Jennifer S.

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

Thomas Y.

Great spot; we will be back
Perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021