A rare opportunity! Bel Amour is one of the most recognized homes in Fort Payne, Alabama. Stately and majestically, it is perched atop the hill with broad, sweeping panoramic views of Lookout Mountain. It is only minutes from Mentone and Fort Payne!
Photographers and locals seek it out as a location for memorable photo shoots and gatherings! Small weddings and vow renewals will be considered. An extra fee will be charged. Please inquire. No more than 30 guests are allowed at the event.
The front verandah is perfect for gathering for breakfast, games, wine and cheese, and soaking in the beautiful views! Bel Amour has been featured in local home tours and home show specials and noted as one of the most notable homes in Alabama!
Bel Amour is the home of a retired Army family who have hosted countless friends and family over the years, fundraising events, and weddings. The house owners (Joe and Chanelle) are seasoned vacation rental owners. With eight years of owning and operating Mentone Vacation Rentals, they know exactly what their guests need for an unforgettable vacation stay! They have earned their homes and businesses consistent 5-star reviews and many repeat guests over the years! This is the first time they are offering their private home!
With a deep tie to their home state of Louisiana and a native of New Orleans, Chanelle paid tribute to her roots. The home is impeccably designed and decorated to reflect days gone by of grand living! It is reminiscent of a stately New Orleans home with beautiful furnishings and antiques from the French countryside and New Orleans. However, note that the home is super warm, cozy, and welcoming, and remember that having children visit the house is a priority!
You will be awed in every room! The Primary wing is total luxury, with a massive bedroom with 12' ceilings, plenty of light, a gas fireplace, and satin bedding. The marble bathroom is oversized, with plenty of his-and-her space, a jetted tub, and a marble shower. A beverage station, including a mini fridge and private reading room with access to the rear yard, makes this an oasis for you within this beautiful estate home.
The kitchen features a luxurious copper sink, six burners with a griddle gas stove, double convection ovens, and a Bosch dishwasher! A second dishwasher and microwave, warming oven, and wine cooler are all featured in the catering kitchen. The family and breakfast rooms are all open to the kitchen with views of the mountain and the pool.
Six fireplaces are featured. Three bedrooms are on the main level, and the cozy lower-level bedroom is a backup storm shelter. Two bedrooms are on the second floor, which also hosts the library. The third floor is fabulous, with an entire living space including three queen beds, a family TV space, a bathroom, and a coffee and snack bar. All bedrooms, except the nursery, offer mini-fridges and coffee bars for convenience.
The rear patio has a gas grill, seating around a wood-burning fireplace, and plenty of outside dining space. The saltwater pool is a dream. There are plenty of lounge chairs, seating, and dining options around the pool, all centered around a covered outdoor dining and meal space. The pool house has a full bath, changing area, and kitchen! The pool is open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day Week and then closed for the fall and winter. Plenty of parking on the side of the home! No parking in the front is allowed. The garage is closed for use.
A personal chef is available, along with home-cooked meals to be left in the refrigerator. Daily housekeeping services are available—all for additional fees. The nearest airport is in Chattanooga. Birmingham and Huntsville airports are an hour and a half away, and Atlanta airport is two hours away.
This home is still an active residence and is only offered for vacation opportunities when the family is traveling. A 3-night minimum is required, and no pets are allowed. A refundable damage deposit of $450 may be required.
No more than 16 adults and 2 children under 12 are allowed. The nursery has a crib, and an infant or toddler in a crib is permitted. Once notified, Up to 3 children under two in a port-a-crib will be allowed. No more than 16 adults and 3 small children are allowed.
The base nightly rate includes up to 6 guests. After the first 6 guests, a $25 charge per person per night will be added after your reservation. A $59 damage waiver fee is also added. Pool fee only applies from June 1-Sept. 10 during pool season. The pool is not open due to the cool weather mid Sept-May 31. If the weather is warm, the pool may be opened for Memorial Day.
8 Acres 7200 sq ft. home
6 bedrooms 8 baths
Salt Water Pool
Outdoor Kitchen
Fireplaces
Pool House
Security cameras on the outside of the home front and rear, but not inside or around the pool area.
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**Guest will be responsible for signing the reservation agreement for their stay.
**No smoking anywhere on the premises
**No additional guests are allowed on the premises except for those registered.
**No parties
**No pets
**The basic nightly rate is for up to the first six guests, each guest after will incur a fee of $25 per guest per night.
**If you have a small wedding or event for under 50 guests total, you may email a request. An additional fee will be added on.
If your dates are not available, please message
Please do not ask for a discount off of the rates; discounts are considered for active and veterans of our armed forces with an ID
