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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Guest bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Guest house bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Guest bedroom/main level

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Guest house bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Lower level bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Primary suite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Book now for spring-summer! 10% discount off nightly rate for early bookings!

Stunning Midcentury modern house and guest house on 24 beautiful/private acres! A hilltop 1950s Frank Lloyd Wright-style retreat/home on the site of the historic Menlo Mineral Springs Hotel. Perfect for multi-generational family gatherings, reunions, staff retreats, creative arts/hobby or worship retreats, or couples getaways. Main house has 3 private bedrooms and 1 queen bed in lower level lounge area-to sleep up to 8 with 3 full bathrooms. Guest house has 1 bedroom on lower level w bathroom. This huge bedroom has 2 queen beds and the upper level great room has a comfy sleeper sofa- guesthouse sleeps a total of 6 guests.

Seasonal views in every direction, immaculate Spring/Summer lush landscapes and Fall colors. A private home on 24 acres with room to hike and explore. 1 hr from Chattanooga, 1.5 hrs from Atlanta & Huntsville, 10 minutes to Summerville & Mentone.


Our home is on 24 acres, many of which are wooded with private trails throughout. There is a pond down the hill from the home. We are a family friendly home and enjoy hosting guests of all ages. Room to spread out, explore, meditate, congregate, stay up late…! Need less space? Ask about renting the main house only for a up to 8 guests total.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Please supervise children at all times

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Swimming is absolutely not allowed in the pond. Catch and release fishing with guests' own equipment is allowed

Campers will not be allowed on the property.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3984621vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Menlo

Located in Menlo, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Otting Tract Wilderness Management Area and Little River Canyon National Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Gourdie Shop and Little River Canyon Center. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking, ecotours and mountain climbing.
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Menlo, GA

What's nearby

  • Menlo Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • The Gourdie Shop - 8 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Otting Tract Wilderness Management Area - 8 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Cloudmont Park - 10 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Mentone Town Hall - 13 min drive - 19.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pops Country Store - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Lookout Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Eg's Great Eats - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mountain Top Country Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Goodson's Garage - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Book now for spring-summer! 10% discount off nightly rate for early bookings! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Book now for spring-summer! 10% discount off nightly rate for early bookings!?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Book now for spring-summer! 10% discount off nightly rate for early bookings! on 25 May 2026 start from AU$658, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Book now for spring-summer! 10% discount off nightly rate for early bookings!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Book now for spring-summer! 10% discount off nightly rate for early bookings!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Book now for spring-summer! 10% discount off nightly rate for early bookings!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Book now for spring-summer! 10% discount off nightly rate for early bookings! located?

This family-friendly Menlo holiday home is located in the mountains, 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Menlo Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Otting Tract Wilderness Management Area and Lake Ashcraft. The Gourdie Shop and Cloudmont Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming and saw after our needs
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve come here twice for a friends reunion, bringing our collective 9 children and it’s been a hit both times! The house has a great setup for dining, and awesome outdoor space. Even in the cold our kids loved going out to explore or play the mini golf set. The hosts were very responsive to any needs or questions. Would highly recommend this stay for your group!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zaid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing place for gateway! We spent the Labor Day weekend there! The communication with the owner was great and easy access to the place! We loved the design of the house! Thanks Leanne!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel S.

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

Stay at House in Menlo

The house was very nice and secluded but close to stores in the town of Menlo. It was spacious, comfortable, and very convenient to family that we were visiting. It had a nice yard and good walking trails. The hosts were very responsive to questions that we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cool, mid century style house in Menlo

Did not get to enjoy the house as much as we would have liked since we were in town for a wedding but loved the style and setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2024
Great! Please come back when you can visit longer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy F.

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

Wedding

Very nice place and I really appreciated the quick response when I had questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2024
We loved hosting your group that was is the area for a family wedding. Come again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

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

We are in love!

This property was magnificent: the view, the "feel" of the home itself, the furnishings and decor, no amenities were forgotten, and we felt right at home immediately. My husband and I take our 5 grandchildren on a 4-5 trip every year to engage in outdoor nature activities. This property was perfect with its paths through the woods, the pond, the beautiful grassy, landscaped lawn and rolling hills. Additionally, we do crafts and hands-on activities with them during our week together. There was plenty of table space, decks/porches, sun room and living space to do all the activities we had planned. And the history of the location made everything even more special for us. Our kids (ages 10, 11, 15, 18 and 20) and my husband and I loved our time on this property. It was a memorable time for all of us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2024
We loved hosting your group! It sounds like your grandchildren-parent weekend and the “Retreat at Menlo Springs” were a match made in heaven!! You loved many of the details that we had planned and hoped for. Please, come again soon
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tristan C.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Nov 2025
Thanks so much for taking such good care of our property…please come again soon!

About the host

Hosted by Michael and Leanne Sharp

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We are a host team…you could call us the “Barber-Sharp Quartet!” We all live in the Chattanooga area and have found a dream vacation rental property to share. The Sharps have owned and managed several short term rentals in the Towsend, TN/Smokies area and their daughter and son In law, the Barbers, have teamed up to restore, renew and refresh this stunning mid-century modern home and guest house set on 24 spectacular garden like acres. We have a large active family that loves explore, play and “retreat” here!

Why they chose this property

We discovered this unique and spectacular property in late 2023 and began renovation, repairs and furnishing in January 2024. The private 24 acres are park-like and surrounded by beauty, views and nature. The original home owners spent 60 years planting and nurturing the gardens, trails, pond and grounds. The interior spaces are roomy and open, light filled and vibrant. The outer spaces and possibilities are endless!

What makes this property unique

The 1960’s House and guest house are constructed on the sight of the original “Menlo Mineral Springs Hotel” which suffered a major fire in 1918. The hotel was a haven and destination for well known guests such as Martha Berry and Henry Ford. The original spring is no longer accessible but continues to feed the pond. We’re pretty sure there are fish, but maybe as well as snakes and other creatures. Catch and release fishing is allowed w guests’ equipment.

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English, Spanish

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