My husband and I flew in from Philadelphia, Pa. and received the best southern hospitality we could imagine. The entire experience, from the excellent food, to the beautiful home and scenery, to the friendships made, was absolutely wonderful!... read more

Our second visit was even better than our first. There are absolutely no words to describe this bed and breakfast, you just have to experience it. Do yourself a favor and book a reservation. You will not regret it. AC

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Had a wonderful stay. Richard & Ellen are fantastic in every way. Their warm and cozy home quickly becomes your home. I would highly reccomend and will come back again. I proposed to my beautiful wife while sitting on their dock. read more

You just can’t go wrong at River’s Rest. What a great destination. Wish we could spend a week. These are the friendliest Inn Keepers we have met! From the boat ride to the golf cart tour of the area, this B&B was top notch from start to finish.... read more

We considered Ross Bridge Resort in Birmingham, but opted for something more intimate. WOW! We're so glad we did! We celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary at River Rest and it was the perfect place for relaxation and romance. An incredible... read more

Do Not Stay Here! Not unless you want great food, great company, great views & great times. Tough not to have all of those here. Hosts could not have been more gracious or accomodating. All guest rooms are large, inviting, comfortable and no... read more

Out of all the Bed & Breakfasts I've stayed in, River Rest is number one on my list! The breakfasts are absolutely fabulous and the views are breathtaking. Not to mention Richard and Ellen, who are outstanding hosts! I will be returning! read more

River Rest was more than we expected and we usually expect alot! Our stay was an experience we will treasure. Lots of laughter, great food, relaxing atmosphere, extremely comfortable bed and our hosts Ellen and Richard made the entire stay... read more

If you've been fortunate enough to stumble across this site, you've been blessed indeed. This B&B changed our view on lodging during trips. Normally we stay in 4 and 5 star hotels but our conceptions about travel have now changed. If this... read more

My wife and I just spent 5 nights in three different Bed and Breakfast locations and this was the best. The accomadations were excellent and the Innkeepers were super. We felt as if we were staying with good friends. I would recommend this Bed and... read more

Our first experience with a B&B and it was positively lovely. My wife and I needed a break from the norm and some relaxing time alone so we decided to try something new. Though just 45 minutes from our home, we felt like we were apart from... read more

My husband and I just sold our lake front property in Nebraska and have felt a little lost these last couple of weeks with our boat but no cabin. We booked the Talledaga Race Track driving and found this wonderful spot on the internet. If you are... read more

My wife and I just returned from our 4th trip to Riverrest within a year and it was fabulous as usual!! Each time we find a new spot to get away and relax. This time it was the swing on the front lawn among the azeleas. Richard prepared another... read more

My husband and I stay at River Rest 2 times a year and every time we go we feel like royalty. We go for a working weekend w/our church and always come home with our work done and feeling very relaxed. Richard and Ellen Mixon always go above and... read more

My husband and I stayed at River Rest for the October Talladega Race and enjoyed every minute of our stay. Beautiful property, great food and lovely, warm innkeepers, Richard and Ellen. They did everything possible to make it a great stay for... read more

Richard and Ellen made us feel so at home. We literally felt like we were at our lake home. Beds are excellent, food is an A+, and the view and the home is absolutely amazing. We were first time visitors to a B&B, and would recommend River... read more

What a joy it was to spend time with Richard and Ellen in their beautiful home. Photos don't do justice to the tranquil surroundings that are River Rest. We felt so at home with such caring people,and attention to every detail has not been... read more

this place was great!they took care of everything and i cannot imagine another pace topping it!

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Richard and Ellen (& their staff) are absolutely amazing. Their attention to detail from booking our room to furnishing & cleaning it, was perfect! Breakfast? OUTSTANDING - featuring familiar delicacies, but also wonderful southern... read more

my husband and I decided to try and find a B&B at the last minute somewhere near Birmingham where we were scheduled to fly home from. we thoroughly enjoyed our three nights at River Rest with it's great location, comfy bed, and wonderful front... read more

It was wonderful. The beds are so comfortable. My husband and I stay here several times a year, and I always leave feeling very rested and taken care of. Richard and Ellen are great hosts. I feel like family when I stay at River Rest.

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Wow!!! What a location. My wife and I have stayed at the River Rest B&B on multiple occasions and we are blown away every time. The rooms are immaculate and the service is out of this world. Richard and Ellen were excellent hosts and always... read more

We just returned from our second stay at River Rest, and we were once again amazed at the hospitality, excellence, and attention to detail given to us. Part of me wanted to stay in the same room we had the first time because I didn't want to miss... read more

RICHARD AND ELLEN WERE VERY GRACIOUS HOSTS. THEY MADE ME FEEL LIKE FAMILY---FOOD WAS EXCELLENT, BEDS WERE GREAT AND THE PROPERTY WAS MUCH BETTER THAN THE WEBSITE SHOWED. WILL BE BACK AGAIN. read more