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Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Mobile, AL
  • Place, Topgolf Mobile
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Dauphin Street
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Spring Hill College
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mobile

Located in Venetia, this vacation home is within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as Mobile Bay and Mobile Cruise Terminal. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Topgolf Mobile - 7 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Dauphin Street - 10 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Spring Hill College - 10 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Church Street East Historic District - 11 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Mardi Gras Park - 11 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Topgolf - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dave & Buster's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Patches - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive

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.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Noise ordinance for this residential location from 10pm-6am
Do not drive to the river, please stay only on the established driveway.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Plenty outdoor areas for smoking

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

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

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Venetia, close to Dauphin Street, Bragg-Mitchell Mansion, and Church Street East Historic District. Topgolf Mobile is also within a driving distance of 3.5 mi.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport), which is 5.2 mi away (12 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mobile Regional Airport (MOB), which is located 14.1 mi away (30-minute drive).

Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jared A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our second time here. Historic home on an exceptionally private, wooded, river-side home. Great place to chill!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is our family’s 4th Christmas staying here & we absolutely love it! This house is so unique & has so much charm. We love the private lot away from a busy road, our adult kids love playing games on the lawn & hanging out on the dock. Some new pan’s & Tupperware were added this year, a nice surprise. Maybe next year a new mattress in the room closest to the deck! We love the history of this home, it has made our Christmases magical! * for those who have never been, this house is OLD the floors aren’t level, the decor is quirky, if that bothers you this isn’t the place for you. Which is great, because we LOVE IT!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tristan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blinds D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy to find. Very spacious. Beautiful yard and view— house has everything you would ever need or want—- highly recommend and wonderful hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

LOUIS S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Driveway a little difficult to find and thr house definitely had the vintage feel but very clean. Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia J.

Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tommy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place! Enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location on Dog River. Have stayed here on numerous fishing trips
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathie M., NASHVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Darrell G., Pittsburgh, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

C. C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene in the City

Beautiful property full of history. Loved the river vibes. Be sure to give additional instructions if receiving deliveries! Don’t forget your bug spray and river shoes if you venture to the dock too. Overall amazing stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cool Property on the Water

This was a great place for a big group of friends to stay at for a long weekend. Right on the water which we really enjoyed and it was private with plenty of parking for our large group. Host was prompt and kind. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Terry G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Golf trip

The bathroom shower needs a little work on the one side of house.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chef Jo-Jo D.

Liked: Cleanliness

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared A.

Liked: Cleanliness

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M., Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness

Going to grandma’s house

Wonderfully homey with interesting architecture and furniture/decorations collected over a lifetime
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas on the River

This was our 3rd time renting this beautiful property for Christmas. Everything was great as usual! We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett G.

Liked: Cleanliness

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

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