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Coyote Cabin on 92 acres beside DeSoto State Park | Fast Wi-Fi | Dog Friendly

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Coyote Cabin offers treehouse views from every window!
Snow Day at Coyote Cabin :)
A no-stairs option now exists with this beautiful walking ramp!
Well-equipped kitchen and dining area
92 Acre Retreat Property That Borders DeSoto State Park!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 680.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
Fort Payne, AL
  • Lost Falls Trailhead
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • DeSoto State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Rome, GA (RMG-Richard B. Russell Regional)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Secondary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Coyote Cabin on 92 acres beside DeSoto State Park | Fast Wi-Fi | Dog Friendly

Coyote Cabin at Woodland Retreat at DeSoto | 92 Acre Retreat Property That Borders DeSoto State Park | Optional No-Stairs Entrance | Fast Wi-Fi | Vacation, Corporate and Extended Stays | BBQ Grill | Fire Pit | Gas Log Fireplace | Double Hammock | Dog Friendly | Fast Wi-Fi | Hosts up to 6 Guests

Coyote Cabin is situated on the 92-acre retreat property known as Woodland Retreat at DeSoto. As its name implies, this cabin and retreat property offer guests a peaceful retreat and cool mountain getaway, deep in the woods and high atop Lookout Mountain in Alabama. Woodland Retreat at DeSoto is a 92-acre retreat property that borders DeSoto State Park and is only .2 miles from the Civilian Conservation Corps Museum.

Explore waterfalls, parks, shops, and restaurants. Relax by the rock fire pit or on the front porch with a cup of coffee, and enjoy views through a canopy of trees. Wildlife is spotted frequently on the property, and beautiful hiking trails are walking distance as the backyard of the cabin is part of DeSoto State Park. Renew, refresh, and be restored!

**THE RETREAT PROPERTY** Not long after you turn onto the private road that winds through the retreat property, you will see Coyote Cabin on your left, along with your own private parking area (2 cars max). Nearby, you will see The Otter Box Cabin (also listed).

Beside your private parking area at Coyote Cabin, there are stairs leading up to the cabin's entrance as well as a beautiful walking ramp that provides a no-stairs entrance. From the front porch, you will appreciate the views from the covered porch area. This is a great place to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning and take in the views :)

Stepping inside the cabin, you will know your peaceful retreat has begun as you are surrounded by windows that reveal the most beautiful "treehouse views." From every window, you will see refreshing views through a canopy of trees. Be sure to look up and notice the beautiful wood ceiling that was built by the homeowners and upcycled from hurricane-weathered wood planks on Alabama's own coast in Baldwin County.

Moving into the main living area, you will appreciate the sight of a large comfortable sofa and loveseat. There is plenty of room for your family to enjoy this space, and the sofa folds out to a queen bed when there are 6 guests. There is a gas log fireplace for your enjoyment, and for movie nights in, there is a 55" television in the living room with fast Wi-Fi for streaming your own favorite channel subscriptions. A DVD player is also available if you'd like to bring your favorite DVDs.

Directly next to the living room area is the dining area and kitchen. There is seating for up to six with two additional chairs on the front porch. In the kitchen, there is a refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, toaster, blender, cooking pots, can opener, pans and utensils, dishes, drinking glasses, eating utensils, cooking spices, coffee mugs, and more.

A primary bedroom boasts beautiful window views. There is a closet, and for the bed, there is a queen bed and with comfortable bedding for your rest and relaxation.

The secondary bedroom also has a queen bed, and there is a sitting bench beside the bed that can be used to climb into the big, comfy bed as the thick mattress and box springs give it more height.

A full bathroom includes a full tub/shower combo and sink vanity. Directly across the hall from the bathroom, there is a full laundry room with a washer and dryer available for your convenience, as well as a fold-out ironing board with iron. You will also find extra quilts, a portable fan and a sofa-bedding kit.

Back outside and near the cabin, you will notice a rock fire pit designed with your retreat in mind. You are welcomed to use any small pieces of fallen wood that can safely fit inside the fire pit, and firewood bundles are sold at nearby stores. Please only burn firewood, as the homeowners and guests roast food over this fire pit. Extendable roasters are located in a kitchen drawer for your convenience, so be sure to bring ingredients for s'more memories.

Near the fire pit is your Charcoal/wood-burning Campground-Style BBQ Grill with a metal bucket and lid to collect grill ashes :)

WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS PEACEFUL RETREAT PROPERTY:
1) There is a very natural environment with trees everywhere on the 92-acre retreat property!
2) It is located directly beside DeSoto State Park, which offers trails, a pool and ziplining!
3) There are beautiful views through tree canopies!
4) With very fast Wi-Fi, it makes a great place for extended stays and working remote!
5) A Family Adventure - Coyote Cabin was named by the homeowners' oldest daughter :)

**EXPLORE THE AREA**

You will want a car to see the sites and experience why Lookout Mountain in Alabama has so much to offer guests for a perfect vacation experience! You will be given access to a list of favorite attractions and restaurants! Waterfalls, national preserve, state parks, zip lining, hiking, picnicking, rappelling, horseback trail rides, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, wild animal preserve, golfing, swimming, museums, glass blowing, making pottery, skiing (seasonal), axe throwing, unique local dining, antique shopping, scenic drives, and MORE! So that you can experience life on the mountain like locals, we provide our guests with a list of all the attractions and restaurants! Chattanooga is only an hour away - Birmingham and Atlanta are less than 2 hours away!

**OUR POLICIES**

You will receive an email to e-sign a vacation rental agreement and upload your photo ID before the reservation is complete.
This retreat property is dog-friendly (small to medium dogs only). If you wish to bring a dog, a pet fee of $69 applies per dog (2 dogs max).
This retreat property does NOT allow smoking anywhere on the property.
Exterior security cameras are located at this property.
There is a $300 security deposit HOLD required for this retreat property.
Guests will receive email communication from Peaceful Retreats prior, during and after each retreat.

**GIVE-BACK**

Peaceful Retreats gives back 10% of all revenue commission collected from reservations at Coyote Cabin to The Benjamin Thomas Werner Foundation. The foundation is a nonprofit organization with a mission dedicated to raising addiction awareness and making access to recovery more accessible for everyone. With community support, they have built a network of treatment facilities designed to help those struggling with addiction get treatment, and they provide job placement and other resources needed to ensure long term success after the completion of their program.

Property manager

Peaceful Retreats
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dog friendly (small to medium dogs only). 2 dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You will receive an email to e-sign a vacation rental agreement and upload your government issued photo ID before reservation is complete.
If this property is pet friendly, (small to medium dogs only), a pet fee applies per dog (2 dogs max). NO smoking allowed on property.
Exterior security cameras are located at this property. There is a required security deposit (authorized hold) required for this property.

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 300 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Fort Payne

Located in Fort Payne, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at DeSoto State Park and Lost Falls Trailhead, while Fort Payne Depot Museum and Dekalb Theatre are cultural highlights. Dekalb County VFW Agricultural Fairgrounds and Dekalb VFW Agricultural Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fort Payne, AL

What's nearby

  • Lost Falls Trailhead - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • DeSoto State Park - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort - 15 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Little River Canyon Center - 22 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Little River Canyon National Preserve - 23 min drive - 21.7 km

Getting around

  • Huntsville International Airport (HSV) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack's Family Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mi Casita Mexican Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Stevi B's Pizza Buffet - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Wingstop - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Coyote Cabin on 92 acres beside DeSoto State Park | Fast Wi-Fi | Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Coyote Cabin on 92 acres beside DeSoto State Park | Fast Wi-Fi | Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Coyote Cabin on 92 acres beside DeSoto State Park | Fast Wi-Fi | Dog Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Coyote Cabin on 92 acres beside DeSoto State Park | Fast Wi-Fi | Dog Friendly located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Lost Falls Trailhead and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from DeSoto State Park. Cloudmont Ski and Golf Resort and Valley Head Town Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

May F.

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

great cabin

We enjoyed our spring break at this beautiful cabin! Looking forward to going back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

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

Great Experience

Beautiful property in a fairly secluded spot. Communication with the host was effortless. Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dortha H.

Peaceful is exactly what this place is!!!!

From the very first phone call I knew I had called the right place! The booking person was very kind and helpful since my daughter and I just took off on a spur of the moment spend the night trip. When we walked in the door I immediately loved the place and felt the peace!!!! Everything was super clean and nice. We loved the gas log fireplace and we had everything we needed. The bed was cozy and we had a great nights sleep! You won’t regret staying at Coyote Cabin!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Cristhian E.

Relaxing!

Cabin in a beautiful area!
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

What a delightful retreat!

Coyote Cabin (9/20-22): The reservation, payment, and checkout process were all straightforward and flawless. Peaceful Retreats (and Misti) knew my questions before I knew them and communicated well via email and text. Misti pointed us to lots of good information about food and events (and animal activity) in the Fort Payne area. We arrived after dark, but Misti left the lights on for us. We walked in and found the cabin to be very clean. It felt new and fresh and comfortable. The cabin is in the middle of woods, with the nearest cabin far enough away so you aren't really aware of it. There is a hammock and a fire pit that we didn't use, but they would be fun for another trip with the kids. We used our free breakfast vouchers (Thank you Peaceful Retreats!) at The Hatter restaurant and liked it so much that we returned the next morning. The cabin was home base for day trips to DeSoto SP and LRCNP. We recommend this cabin for a stay and will return when we can!
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10/10 Excellent

Priscilla L.

Beautiful, Serene, Relaxing

My son, two grandchildren, and I went and Coyote Cabin is absolutely amazing. The pictures do not even do this cabin justice. It is very clean, well stocked, and comfortable. The hammock and fire pit were loved by the grands, and us too. Misty was our travel coordinator and was so helpful in giving us pointers in the area to have fun with places to dine. The Hatter Cafe is a definite must. We will definitely book with Peaceful Retreats again.
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Anniversary weekend

The Coyote cabin was absolutely awesome. We rested, took in the beauty around us, ate, and visited local crafters. But it was so quiet and peaceful at the cabin. It was clean and supplied so well. A very thoughtful basket of goodies and the tea was such a nice touch. The voucher for The Hatter was so nice! We loved it all. Thank you so much for hosting us in your beautiful cabin!
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10/10 Excellent

Jud D.

Perfect place for a little getaway!

We loved Coyote Cabin! It was extremely clean, comfortable, and the people at Peaceful Retreats are extremely welcoming, going above and beyond to make sure our stay was amazing. It was peaceful & quiet, able to get away from every day life. Also, was a short drive to Fort Payne/Mentone to go to lunch or dinner. All in all, was a great trip and will definitely be visiting again!!
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10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Peaceful and tranquil!

The Coyote Cabin was very clean and well stocked with amenities! It's a very peaceful and tranquil setting. We really enjoyed our stay there!
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10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

Wonderful 4th of July Weekend!

My wife, our dog, and I had a wonderful weekend at Coyote Cabin. It was convenient to find, located far enough away from a developed area to be peaceful, but not so far you couldn't easily go get dinner. Wonderfully appointed and the gate on the porch made our dog ask to practically live out there for the majority of our stay. We highly recommend spending time here.
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10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

Wonderful 4th of July Weekend!

My wife, our dog, and I had a wonderful weekend at Coyote Cabin. It was convenient to find, located far enough away from a developed area to be peaceful, but not so far you couldn't easily go get dinner. Wonderfully appointed and the gate on the porch made our dog ask to practically live out there for the majority of our stay. We highly recommend spending time here.
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10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

Wonderful 4th of July Weekend!

My wife, our dog, and I had a wonderful weekend at Coyote Cabin. It was convenient to find, located far enough away from a developed area to be peaceful, but not so far you couldn't easily go get dinner. Wonderfully appointed and the gate on the porch made our dog ask to practically live out there for the majority of our stay. We highly recommend spending time here.
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10/10 Excellent

JoAnna G.

Perfect Peaceful Getaway

Coyote Cabin was the perfect getaway from out busy city lives. This precious immaculate cabin was situated among deep woods off a dirt road. The front porch was the perfect place to hang out. The cabin is decorated so cute, the appliances were brand new and the beds SUPER comfy. Would stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Collin O.

3 Year Anniversary Trip

My wife and I came to Coyote Cabin for our 3 year anniversary getaway. We were pleasantly surprised with the beauty of the area, the accommodations left for us from local suppliers in the cabin, and the excellent southern hospitality in our stay. Highly recommend this stay!
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10/10 Excellent

JD B.

Perfect.

We instantly felt at home and the owners provided everything we could possibly need.
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10/10 Excellent

Serena W.

Coyote Cabin

We stayed at Coyote Cabin May 2nd thru 5th. Our cabin was surrounded by beautiful woods that was on the edge of the state park. Coffee and breakfast on the deck was such a delightful activity for us to get our day started with. We ended each busy day by relaxing by the camp fire with s’mores. The cabin also had a great napping couch for those (me) that might have a hard time keeping up with the other people!

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Wonderful rental

Very clean great service took great care of us. Basket of treats very nice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Chad G.

Highly recommend!

We had a great stay! Misti was a great host! Highly recommend!
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10/10 Excellent

Leslie G.

Very beautiful

Very relaxing and beautiful scene and cabin! Would 100% stay here again
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10/10 Excellent

courtney h.

Stunning stay!

We wholeheartedly recommend this beautiful cabin! Not only is it close to the state park but the cabin itself is a complete retreat. So peaceful and comfortable. There was nothing that we needed that wasn’t already there. We loved the gas fireplace and the outdoor fire pit area the most! We will be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Yvonne C F.

Fresh pet friendly convenience cabin

Our stay for my bday was great get an away and the communication with the host was stellar. She even text, emailed & messaged through the VRBO app(important because if you fat finger your email address in the VRBO app while booking learned the hard way w another host you’ll never received anything but will be charged) Arriving was easy. Short drive to hiking at parks! Dog friendly while still very fresh spotless and clean! Still has that “in the woods on the Mtn “ feel. Host even left a few local goodies. Deposit returned quicker after clean check out. 2 great bedrooms with full bathroom. Only thing missing was a hot tub (maybe one will be added later bc there’s great space) & later check out time when your on vacation, it’s at 10am.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arnie K.

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

PERFECT

We stayed here for a spur of the moment weekend getaway to celebrate my wife’s birthday and to ring in the new year. This place was perfect for our needs. Our main concern was would it truly be pet friendly. Without a doubt YES. The porch was fenced in so we didn’t have to worry about our furry family member accidentally getting loose. The property manager, Misti, was truly a phone call away and answered our needs. This was probably the easiest getaway from beginning to end that I’ve ever experienced. We had goodies waiting on us that included the world famous Little Debbie Christmas Tree cakes, coffee, popcorn, hot chocolate, teas, local homemade soap, and a gift voucher for breakfast for two at the Hatter Cafe. That place was phenomenal. Some of the food choices were unique and some were common. We loved it! The service was top notch too. Back to the cabin. It was secluded enough for us. We had one neighbor we could see easily and one we could see through the trees. They put on a fireworks show we could watch from our front porch. This was the perfect getaway. We highly recommend this 2 bedroom 1 bath cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

Peaceful setting!

We absolutely loved the Coyote Cabin! Beautiful home with peaceful setting. Will definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Amazing stay at Coyote Cabin

The Coyote Cabin was a beautiful, quiet place to relax and enjoy nature. It is perfectly located in the middle of the woods, away from noise and everyday distractions. The big picture window let us view the tops of the trees and the leaves falling, we enjoyed our coffee on the big front porch, and we could hear the leaves fall on the tin roof - It was magical. The cabin itself is clean and well-kept with so many little extra amenities - good coffee, snacks, even a gift voucher for a local cafe. The cabin is so nicely decorated and warm without being overly done. To top it off, Misti, the property manager, was fantastic at communication! She was easy to reach and always quick to respond. Her warm personality made the experience enjoyable from the very beginning. We highly recommend the Coyote Cabin and will be staying here again ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

Manager Retreat

This was the perfect location for excluding ourselves from work to focus on big plans for the new year and training. It was quiet and oh so cozy! The house was clean and well kept.

About the host

Hosted by Peaceful Retreats

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Thank you for choosing Coyote Cabin at Woodland Retreat at DeSoto! Peaceful Retreats loves, serves and cares for this retreat property and guests, and communication will come from their LoveServeCare team. Misti and David founded Peaceful Retreats with a mission to love, serve and care for others by providing a peaceful experience for their retreat guests. They are avid travelers who love to hike and enjoy soaking up God's creation through nature and a family who loves to encourage and serve others. Peaceful Retreats is their perfect opportunity to do both! They are happy to partner with amazing homeowners as they strive to bring a peaceful experience to all who retreat in their homes.

Thank you again! We and the homeowners look forward to hosting you at Lookout Mountain in Alabama and reading about your retreat experience in the guest book :)

Why they chose this property

Coyote Cabin at Woodland Retreat at DeSoto | 92 Acre Retreat Property That Borders DeSoto State Park | Optional No-Stairs Entrance | Fast Wi-Fi | Vacation, Corporate and Extended Stays | BBQ Grill | Fire Pit | Gas Log Fireplace | Double Hammock | Dog Friendly | Fast Wi-Fi | Hosts up to 6 Guests

WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS PEACEFUL RETREAT PROPERTY:
1) There is a very natural environment with trees everywhere on the 92-acre retreat property!
2) It is located directly beside DeSoto State Park, which offers trails, a pool and ziplining!
3) There are beautiful views through tree canopies!
4) With very fast Wi-Fi, it makes a great place for extended stays and working remote!
5) A Family Adventure - Coyote Cabin was named by the homeowners' oldest daughter :)

Peaceful Retreats gives back 10% of all revenue commission collected from reservations at Coyote Cabin to The Benjamin Thomas Werner Foundation. The foundation is a nonprofit organization with a mission dedicated to raising addiction awareness and making access to recovery more accessible for everyone. With community support, they have built a network of treatment facilities designed to help those struggling with addiction get treatment, and they provide job placement and other resources needed to ensure long term success after the completion of their program.

What makes this property unique

WHY GUESTS LOVE THIS PEACEFUL RETREAT PROPERTY:
1) There is a very natural environment with trees everywhere on the 92-acre retreat property!
2) It is located directly beside DeSoto State Park, which offers trails, a pool and ziplining!
3) There are beautiful views through tree canopies!
4) With very fast Wi-Fi, it makes a great place for extended stays and working remote!
5) A Family Adventure - Coyote Cabin was named by the homeowners' oldest daughter :)

Peaceful Retreats gives back 10% of all revenue commission collected from reservations at Coyote Cabin to The Benjamin Thomas Werner Foundation. The foundation is a nonprofit organization with a mission dedicated to raising addiction awareness and making access to recovery more accessible for everyone. With community support, they have built a network of treatment facilities designed to help those struggling with addiction get treatment, and they provide job placement and other resources needed to ensure long term success after the completion of their program.

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