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4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 11

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Dryer
Parking available
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Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space

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Collinsville, AL

Tigers for Tomorrow
‪5 min drive‬
Collinsville Trade Day
‪13 min drive‬
Noccalula Falls Park
‪26 min drive‬
Gadsden, AL (GAD-Northeast Alabama Regional)
‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Valley View Escape began as a vision to restore a 130+ year old farmhouse. Years after completion and enjoyed by friends and family, it was evident this treasured historical home needed to be shared and enjoyed by others. The house sits on a hill surrounded by a 500 acre farm and overlooks the valley while distant mountain ranges provide a serene backdrop. The wrap-around porch with captivating views are idyllic for coffee lovers, conversationalist, book lovers and perfect for a game of checkers. Inside you will find much of the home with original floors and walls. The original two staircases are still functional adding to the character and charm. Downstairs consist of master bedroom opening to a screened in porch, 1 ½ bathrooms, kitchen, dining area, and hallway with staircase, living area and additional dining area. Upstairs consist of bathroom, 2 bedrooms and 1 large room w/ 3 beds. Scattered throughout the property you will find quaint rustic buildings and old farm equipment adding to the historic theme along with the perfect setting for a campfire and smores. You will find plenty of activity within 20 miles or you may find yourself perfectly content enjoying the captivating views from the front porch. Recommendations & reviews can be seen on Facebook @ Valley View Escape, LLC. Come see why Valley View Escape is not just a place you stay but a place that stays with you.

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Thomas & Martha Barksdale

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Languages

English

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Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Prices vary for events. Contact for more info.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

Parties and events are allowed on site

Note from host: Prices vary for events. Contact for more info.

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Collinsville

Collinsville is home to this holiday home. Wills Creek Vineyards and Cherokee Rock Village are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Alabama Fan Club and Museum and Orbix Hot Glass. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and mountain biking.

Collinsville, AL

What's nearby

Tigers for Tomorrow - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
Collinsville Trade Day - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
Noccalula Falls Park - 26 min drive - 26.3 km
Sand Mountain Park - 37 min drive - 36.2 km
Lake Guntersville State Park - 45 min drive - 39.8 km

Restaurants

‪Jack's - ‬9 min drive
‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
‪Limon's Mexican Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
‪China House - ‬12 min drive
‪Mac's Chicken & Fish House - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Farmhouse/privacy/breathtaking views -Facebook @Valley View Escape, LLC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Farmhouse/privacy/breathtaking views -Facebook @Valley View Escape, LLC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Farmhouse/privacy/breathtaking views -Facebook @Valley View Escape, LLC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Farmhouse/privacy/breathtaking views -Facebook @Valley View Escape, LLC located?

Set in Collinsville, this family-friendly holiday home is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Wills Creek Vineyards and 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Collinsville Trade Day. Alabama Fan Club and Museum and Cherokee Corners are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kristie T.

23 March 2025

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

Small Wedding

This house is absolutely beautiful! The pictures do not do it justice. The history is incredible, the views are amazing! Hosts are so welcoming and friendly!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max P.

12 January 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric G.

10 January 2025

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

Great Home for Relaxation

To me, the old fashioned feel of the house created a coziness that our family needed. Although all the modern conveniences are available, the seclusion of the property provided the respite from the fast paced modern world we all live in. It provides the framework for a very relaxing stay, no matter what you are looking for.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron M.

23 October 2024

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

Family Reunion

This property is amazing! We were welcomed with fresh eggs for breakfast and homemade cinnamon rolls from the Owners of the property. Peaceful, everything you expect to see at a farmhouse and more. From the beautifully decorated entrance and throughout the property such attention to detail . There were touches of fall throughout the home. The view was amazing and we loved watching the cattle and the donkeys. We were able to visit with extended family by enjoying s'mores out by the campfire. Absolutely room for everyone. We were in town for a family reunion nearby, so the location was perfect. We are already planning next years trip! Can't wait to go back!!!! Our hope is to stay longer. Once you are there you will definitely not want to leave.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie S.

11 September 2024

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

wedding

The house and the view were both beautiful and the cinnamon rolls were awesome. Thank you.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giang L.

25 August 2024

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

Relaxing Getaway with the family

Mini donkeys, cows, and beautiful views of the valley. We enjoyed every bit of our time here. Everything was so peaceful!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

2 August 2024

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Serene property

My family has rented this property several times. We love it. While we are there the house is filled with laughter! Such great memories made.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

2 August 2024

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

Great house!

Loved the house!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Sallie

28 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Absolutely beautiful historical home! I enjoyed reading the Open Bible, and how it was written and all the helpful info for learning. Loved sitting in the porch!!! (just wish the stray dogs did not come up on the porch…..perhaps, a gate across both steps onto porch would be helpful) The view in the valley to the mountain range and the sunrise and sunset…..WOW! God’s creation is absolutely beautiful!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

paula g.

15 July 2024

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Excellent

Awesome

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

17 June 2024

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Wonderful as always

This was our third stay at Valley View Escape, and it was wonderful as always.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marvin H.

27 October 2023

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

Beautiful Property

The views from the house were beautiful. Everything with the house was as it should be.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty S.

8 October 2023

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Gray family

We had a wonderful time. It is a very peaceful place to stay. Wish we could stay longer.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

12 July 2023

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Wonderful!

We absolutely loved staying here! The home is beautiful and spacious enough to fit our large family comfortably. The kids loved seeing the donkeys and especially loved the “moo moos”. The host was very responsive to our messages and easy to communicate with.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

10 July 2023

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Beautiful house that met our needs

It was a wonderful weekend as our son was married at Dry Creek Chapel that Saturday night. We mainly only slept there, but it met our needs as a couple of my son's groomsmen stayed with us Friday night and a couple of family members from out of state stayed on Saturday night. I hope we can come back when we can stay longer and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

21 June 2023

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

Wonderful

This was our second time staying at Valley View Escape. The kids were so excited to go back to “the Alabama house”, and were equally excited to find cinnamon rolls waiting again when we arrived. The house and property are beautiful, and I loved reading about the restoration process! We plan to stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie P., Genoa ohio

11 June 2023

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Family vacation to visit relatives

This was a beautiful property. It was exactly like the pictures showed. We had plenty of room for our entire family. We loved the cinnamon rolls and note from our hosts that were waiting for us when we arrived. The front porch view is stunning. My grandkids loved seeing the cows an donkeys. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joni H.

8 June 2023

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Great Experience

Extremely Impressed!! Wonderful Hosts and Wonderful Experience!! My 3 year old grandson loved the donkeys and the cows! Breathtaking views!! So Blessed to have come across this beautiful home!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel and Holly G.

6 January 2023

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

Fantastic Farmhouse Stay

My family and I had an awesome stay at the Valley View Escape Farmhouse. It was fully decorated for Christmas including a beautiful Christmas tree. The house is extremely spacious with more than enough beds and room for everyone. The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare our meals. We had a light snow our first night there and it was enjoyed by this Florida family. The temperatures outside were cold but it was warm and comfortable inside (central heat & air). We enjoyed many nights out by the fire cooking hotdogs and s'mores. One of the favorite activities for our family was interacting with the cows and donkeys. We loved feeding them sliced apples and carrots from our hands. A highlight of our stay was a baby calf being born just a short distance behind the house (we named him Smokey). The house is secluded with many acres to hike and explore. Most things needed like food, shopping and gas are just a short drive away. I can't imagine a better Christmas family vacation. We can't thank Belinda and the Barksdale's enough for the use of their farm. Belinda was a perfect host and was always available if we had a question. If you are looking for a relaxing vacation rental, then the Valley View Escape Farmhouse is the perfect choice.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

18 December 2022

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A true blessing

This was a wonderful place for us to gather after having not been together for several years. Every detail was taken care of to make this the perfect place to have an early Christmas. We are so very grateful and we will return!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Damaris R.

3 December 2022

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Our third visit and not last visit!

Our whole family absolutely loves this house. It is so beautiful and quiet, very peaceful. Kids loved the donkeys and other animals, lots of nature and woods around for them to explore. Very friendly hosts with good communication and delicious cinnamon rolls at arrival. Used the grill at the back of the house this time and the outdoor fire pit every night, great memories for the kids. Definitely will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

14 November 2022

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Magical Getaway

Valley View Escape is a beautiful property! The home is roomy for a large group yet cozy like being home, and the host is so thoughtful. We had a yummy breakfast to enjoy for the weekend waiting for us when we arrived. The host also left us a lovely greeting on a notecard depicting the same birds that can be seen around the property. Even though we stayed during a weekend when the temps were really cold, we couldn’t resist wrapping up and enjoying the country views from the wraparound porch. Our group had such a lovely time at Valley View Escape, we are already planning another weekend visit in the Spring. The home is really special and a great place to relax with your loved ones.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ana C.

5 November 2022

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Gorgeous

Everything about this house was gorgeous. Somehow even more beautiful in person.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric A.

31 October 2022

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Amazing!! Relaxing!! Wonderful!! Revitalizing!!!

To good to put in words you have to experience it, especially the hay ride and the history of the property.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Misty S.

23 October 2022

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

Family trip

We had a great time will stay again

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Thomas & Martha Barksdale

Why they chose this property

Unique historic farmhouse with character and charm. Breathtaking views of the valley and mountains and plenty of privacy. Reviews and recommendations can be seen on Facebook @Valley View Escape, LLC

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

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