The Shire-riverside w/hot tub, fire pit, kayaks & fenced yard

We love the quiet and beautiful surroundings at the Shire. We enjoyed kayaking on the river and it was overall very peaceful. We took our dog for her first adventure away from home and she also gives it 5 stars!

We had a wonderful stay and would definitely recommend this cottage! One of our favorite parts was being able to kayak right from the property. Even our 8-pound toy poodle got to experience kayaking for the first time and loved it! We really appreciated how dog-friendly the cottage was. They even provided a dog bed, towel, and a blanket to cover the couch. We brought our own supplies, but it was such a thoughtful touch to have those available. The cottage was secluded, peaceful, and incredibly quiet, making it the perfect place to relax and unwind. The bathroom was very clean and nicely updated, and I especially loved the shower with its great water pressure. The full-size washer and dryer were also a huge convenience, and the kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. The location was excellent, with DeSoto Falls just a short drive away. We enjoyed hiking there and taking in the beautiful scenery. The only minor challenge was the driveway. Our son brought his own kayak, so he drove his truck, and because the cottage sits on a curve with a narrow driveway, backing in and parking was a little difficult. A wider driveway or slightly larger parking area would have made things easier. Overall, this was a fantastic stay. Between the peaceful setting, thoughtful amenities, dog-friendly accommodations, and nearby outdoor activities, we had an amazing time and would happily stay here again!

Such a wonderful experience! The Shire was the perfect setting for a relaxing weekend in nature. We enjoyed kayaking, sitting by a fire, and soaking in the hot tub. The house is so charming, and the property is simply magical. Mentone was also very cute. We loved getting tea at The Mad Hater, and dinner at Elevation and The Wildflower Cafe was delicious (make a reservation). We hope to come back every season to see all Mentone has to offer.

There were bugs and spiders, also not as clean as it should be. The rug in the livingroom was so dirty it should be replaced. Livingroom furniture was very uncomfortable to sit on.There were splatters on the window over the sink and food splatters on the side of the fridge.The entire place needs to be deep cleaned and trimming needs to be done along with other yard work. I realize it is in the woods and is pet friendly but it was not worth what we paid for the stay. I forgot to mention we had to wash the blanket before we could sleep under it, it had pubic hair on it, not good!!! We will not book this place again and we were celebrating my 77 birthday, there were times I just wanted to leave but we had paid for two nights so we toughed it out! Future renters beware.