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

Mobile vacation home in Venetia area

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden dining table.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and a large window.
A covered deck with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a wooden fence.
Dining
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window with a view of trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 123600 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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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

Venetia stay.Your stay at this Venetia vacation home places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Topgolf Mobile and Ladd-Peebles Stadium. Mobile Bay is within 6 miles (10 km) and Brookley by the Bay is within 9 miles (15 km).
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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
  • ‪Patches - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Jamaican Vibes Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Dave & Buster's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Topgolf - ‬11 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.

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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
  • 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

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Charming Historic Riverfront
Charming historic riverfront lodge
Charming historic riverfront lodge Mobile
New Listing Charming Historic Riverfront Lodge

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms to the airport?

This vacation home is 5.2 mi (12-min drive) away from the Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming, historic riverfront lodge on 7 wooded acres with 6 bedrooms to downtown Mobile?

This vacation home is 6.6 mi away from Mobile.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 115 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared A.

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

10/10 Excellent

Tommy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norman D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location on Dog River. Have stayed here on numerous fishing trips
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LOUIS S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location and great setting.

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

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place to stay!

Great location and property! Very clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blinds D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norman D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house and view of the river

Perfect location for long weekend
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get together

Excellent place for the family to reconnect
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norman D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

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

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Trip

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

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot; we will be back

Perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simone B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

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