13 Road 948, Mentone, AL 35984

THE GATE HOUSE. Picturesquely situated at the entrance of a horse ranch, this 3 (or 4)BR/2BA cottage just beckons one to relax on the porch; take in the serene scenery of the pasture across the little gravel road; perhaps take the 15-minute hike down to DeSoto Falls. Inside, there's relaxation to be found in the gathering room, visiting around the mountain stone, wood-burning fireplace. Warm wood walls & floors throughout. Room for lotsa folks on the porch (rocking chairs & porch swing included!); plenty of sleeping quarters, too. Perfect location between Mentone & DeSoto State Park; near the wedding chapel & dude ranch, making it one of those places with fab rental potential! $195,000.