Tucked away near the heart of downtown Alexander City, the Mistletoe Bough Bed & Breakfast is an enchanting destination that feels like something out of a storybook. With its grand Victorian architecture, wraparound porch and Southern charm, the home offers guests not just a place to rest but an experience to remember.
Owned and operated by Eddie and Jennifer Durrett, Mistletoe Bough is more than just a restored historic home. It’s a labor of love rooted in the couple’s shared passion for preservation and hospitality.
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