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MOG Mountain:

Because of the unusual nature of this listing it is imperative that you read all of the following carefully.
•The UniMOG is completely OFF-GRID- you cannot access this property with your vehicle. You must park at main house and ride 1.25 miles to the MOG in a Case Rock owned UTV driven by a staff member.  Guests are strictly prohibited from driving on the trails, even in your own vehicle or UTV.
•Sleep in an authentic 1966 UNIMOG, featured in the Hunger Games and The Walking Dead!
•Hike the 3+ miles of trails on 105 acres, enjoy the Locust Fork River, and most importantly, RELAX!
•The observation tower above the MOG provides a stunning stargazing opportunity.
•NO pet fee!

  • Children under the age of 6 are not permitted for safety reasons.


▪︎We do not discriminate based on age, gender, race, citizenship, religion, political beliefs, or sexual orientation.

***A bin with sheets, towels, face clothes, etc… will be at the camper upon your arrival. Please use the sheets we have provided not only for your comfort, but to keep the mattresses protected.

* NOTE: You are sleeping in, not driving, the UNIMOG.

At its heart, MOG Mountain is a stage where you can act out your childhood fantasies. A UNIMOG is a European 4x4 vehicle made by Mercedes Benz. Like HUMMVs, these vehicles are used for rugged extreme travels, and for everything from fire trucks to snow plows to communications vehicles to soldier transport. However, because they are made by Mercedes Benz, they are way cooler and better made. This particular one was a German communications vehicle and has been converted into a simple RV with the removal of the original cabinetry and the addition of a bed. This space is the main sleeping compartment of the MOG Dock. It sleeps 2 on a memory foam mattress/futon that converts to a small couch. This UNIMOG in particular was used in several film and TV productions filmed in Georgia including The Walking Dead and The Hunger Games. There is even dried zombie blood on the window! It truly is the AirBnB to help you survive the zombie apocalypse!™ There are three levels to MOG Mountain.

LEVEL 1
-- The UNIMOG (sleeps 2) with optional mosquito netting
--Small outdoor kitchen
--A compact travel toilet with compostable waste bags (we are no longer using the composting toilets)
--Outdoor shower

LEVEL 2
--Open air sleeping loft (sleeps 2) with camping mattress. No linens are provided for this sleeping area. If you will be using it, you should bring sleeping bags and a pillow.

LEVEL 3
--Observation tower accessible by ladder.

▪︎ The pavilion is open on all sides, so you are shielded from the sun and rain, yet can enjoy the fresh air and views of the woods surrounding MOG Mountain. The only enclosed spaces are the toilet closet and the sleeping compartment of the UNIMOG. Mosquito netting is provided for the UNIMOG sleeping area only, but you should also bring bug spray.

▪︎ If you'd like to bring more than 4 people, just ask. We will work with you on the size of your party.

▪︎ Also provided are towels, sheets, soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, paper towels, and TP.

▪︎ We know how hard it is to find an AirBnB that takes pets, so we welcome most dog breeds except Rottweilers, Dobermans, pit bulls and pit mixes (insurance company rules). We do not charge a pet fee. They just need to be OK with riding in the UTV with you to MOG Mountain.

▪︎ We have goats and an Anatolian Shepherd livestock guardian dog which are kept behind a fence at base camp where you park your car. You may pet the goats if they will let you as they are still getting used to people. We sometimes have baby goats. We ask that you keep your dogs in your car until check-in process is complete so that it doesn't freak our animals out. And please leash your dogs!

▪︎ Not only are you enjoying the off-grid adventure camping experience, you also have 105 acres with 3+ miles of trails at your back door. You will enjoy solitude and the quietness of being on the sparsely populated property. In order to reach MOG Mountain, we will pick you up and drop you off in a UTV. All other trips back and forth are up to you.

▪︎ MOG Mountain is located on the main trail surrounded by woods. The Locust Fork River access is 1/4 mile down the trail from the MOG dock.

It is advised you bring food and a cooler with you with ice as there is no refrigerator. When you check in, you should not plan on dropping your things at MOG Mountain and then going out to dinner. Logistically this is difficult due to the length and challenge of the hike out to your car. We strongly advise you eat dinner before you come, bring take-out, or bring ingredients with you to cook.

MOG Mountain is OFF-GRID. The dock features:

▪︎ a private camping toilet (we are no longer using the composting toilets)
▪︎ small propane heater for use inside the MOG during winter
▪︎ solar panels and an on-site generator
▪︎ non-potable water from the water tanks (except in below freezing temperatures when the water system must be winterized)
▪︎ drinking water from water dispenser
▪︎ electric lights with USB ports in the walls
▪︎ hot shower with propane instant hot water heater (except when water system has been winterized)
-propane grill with a burner for cooking with pots and pans
▪︎ THERE IS NO AC.
▪︎ THERE IS NO REFRIGERATOR. You should bring a cooler with ice. We also sell ice for $5 a bag.
▪︎ For $25 dollars we will provide firewood service for your stay..
▪︎ Water system in winter--it is possible while you are staying Nov-April that you may have no running water if the temperature is below freezing.
▪︎ There is also a fire pit in front of the dock for your enjoyment.
▪︎Drinking water is provided in the form of a 5 gallon jug with dispenser.
▪︎ Cell phone reception— Cell phone reception can be spotty. There is no Wifi at MOG Mountain. You may use the Wifi at the main house in a pinch. If you are hiking alone, we give you a radio.
▪︎Float in an inner tube or kayak down river to the bridge, a 1 to 5 hour long trip depending on the current. This trip should only be attempted when the river is at safe levels. Sudden heavy rains can make the river unnavigable. In fall/winter/spring the river is often high. We charge $25 per person to transport boats/inner tubes to the river and pick you up at the bridge. You must bring your own kayak or innertube.  We do not rent them out.

▪︎Fish in the Locust Fork River. Bring your own equipment. Bait (worms) can be purchased at Ace Hardware in Warrior.

▪︎We require that you sign waivers before you stay at MOG Mountain to make sure you are aware of the inherent, but unlikely, dangers you may encounter on the property. The waivers can also be found in the rules section of this listing.

FOR DELIVERY DURING YOUR STAY or PURCHASE AT THE MAIN HOUSE:

PIZZA KIT: (Serves 3-4) You will receive a ball of homemade dough, a bag of pepperoni, a bag of mozzarella cheese and instructions for making the pizza on the grill with the provided pizza stone. $25

FIREWOOD: firewood plus fire starter and matches/lighter $25

S’MORES KIT (SERVES 4)— marshmallows, chocolate, graham crackers. $10

ONE DOZEN HOMEMADE CASE ROCK CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES—Freshly baked and made from scratch. $20

ICE—One 8 lb bag of ice. $5

CASE ROCK T-SHIRT—Crew neck high quality fabric. Sizes S, M, L, XL. $20

CASE ROCK CANDLE—16 oz, 3 wick soy candle from Bemele Candles in custom blended scent of pine trees and campfire smoke (AKA Essence of Glenn). 80-112 hour burn time. $22

Guests will have access to the UNIMOG, the MOG Dock, 3+ miles of trails, the river, and the parking area.

One of Case Rock staff must accompany you to MOG Mountain to check you in and orient you to the operation of the dock. We will arrange a time to pick up you and your belongings upon check out. We will remain on-call as needed for the duration of your stay in case of emergency or if you need help with the operation of MOG Mountain.

You are located 30 minutes north of Birmingham, Alabama, a thriving city with a rich food and music scene. Its award-winning restaurants, killer music venues, museums, and shopping can keep you busy for days should you venture from Case Rock Compound. The main entrance to MOG Mountain is two miles off I-65, and two miles from the nearest grocery store, restaurants, pharmacy, and gas stations in the nearby town of Warrior. The real draw here is the Locust Fork River, which is an unregulated, scenic river good for fishing and floating downstream when the water levels are lower. The cabin sits high above the river, safely out of the flood zone, so it can be enjoyed year-round. You can enjoy the sound and view of the river, as well as the surrounding 105 acres and all its natural features. Nearby you will find Rickwood Caverns State Park which has tours in its enormous underground caverns. Further north, you can rent kayaks and canoes and enjoy the whitewater sections of the Locust Fork River. Whether natural attractions or man-made, this area offers many reasons to visit.

MOG Mountain at Case Rock is easily accessible from I-65, and only a few minutes from the I-20/59 interchange.

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RULES

  • Guest Required to sign Rental Agreement. Security Deposit Required of $100. Deposit to be processed by Host on Guest's Credit Card.

  • Minimum age to rent is 18 years old.

  • Please treat our UNIMOG with respect as you would your own. If you break it, replace it. If you can’t fix it, let us know so we can.

  • If you make a mess, clean it up. If you move it, put it back. If you don’t know how to use it, please ask. -

  • You have no neighbors. Make all the noise you like.

  •  Bring a flashlight, sleeping bags if you are using the loft, battery operated fans, cooler for your food since there is no fridge, hiking or rain boots (shoes that you don’t mind getting muddy as it can be quite messy depending on the weather) -

  • No smoking inside the UNIMOG unless you are vaping. Outside, please use the ashtrays provided. Please do not flick butts on the ground.

  • No fireworks, flares, incendiary devices or firearms allowed. This is not a shooting range.

  • No hunting of any kind. Only fishing is allowed.

  •  No illegal drug use permitted. -

  • General check-in time is 3 pm-8pm.

  • Check out time is by 11:00am. -

  • We may transport you and your belongings to/from the MOG Dock upon check in/out but the logistics of all other trips to//from the MOG Dock are up to you.

  • Dogs are welcome with no pet fee.

  • While at the MOG, we also suggest keeping him on a leash at all times due to the dangers of the property. Clean up outdoor messes.. If your dog gets wet in the river, use the dog towels provided, not the bath towels meant for humans.

  • Please place trash in the cans provided.

  • For safety reasons, children under the age of 6 are not allowed.

  • Please follow basic safety precautions when using the fire pit (such as putting out fires completely when you are done) and do not use it in times of drought. Burning trash or cardboard of paper products is strictly prohibited.

  •  When coming in from the river, please towel off yourself and your pet with outdoor towels provided rather than bath towels and before coming indoors.

  •  We recommend you and your pets stay on the trails to ensure your safety.

  • There are several abandoned coal mines as well as some reclaimed (collapsed) mines on the property and possibly still some remaining air shafts.

  • The owners are not responsible for any accidents, injuries, or illness that occurs while on the premises or its facilities. We are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables of the guest. By accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests are expressly assuming the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises or others whom they invite to use the premises. A more detailed liability waiver appears at the bottom of this page. By making a reservation, you are agreeing to its terms. We will go over it with you upon check in.

  • There is a security deposit so that if you damage the UNIMOG, you could be charged up to $100.

  • There is a $250 cleaning fee if you smoke in the UNIMOG (other than vaping).

  • You must make prior arrangements for check-in and check-out times. You must be escorted to the property so you can be properly oriented and we must ensure someone is available to take you. Late checking in or out without making prior arrangements will cost $20 an hour.

  • You will be charged $15 per guest per night over and above the initial two guests

  • No one under the influence of alcohol or drugs is allowed to climb the ladder or be on the observation deck. Case Rock Eco-Retreat Liability Waiver

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 CASE ROCK COTTAGES, LLC., LIABILITY WAIVER, ENVIRONMENTAL INDEMNITY WAIVER, RULES, and GENERAL RELEASE FORM

I understand I am only authorized to use Case Rock Cottages, LLC., approximately 85 acre eco-retreat which is located specifically on Jefferson County parcels. (Any use outside of these parcel numbers is not authorized by Case Rock Cottages, LLC., and is illegally trespassing on another’s property. In consideration of Case Rock Cottages, LLC., furnishing services and/or camping facilities or equipment to enable me to participate in hiking, fishing, tubing, kayaking, camping, off-road vehicle riding, or any and all recreational activities I agree as follows: I fully understand that there are risks, hazards and dangers associated with the services and activities provided by Case Rock Cottages, LLC. All parties accepting services from Case Rock Cottages, LLC., are waiving any and all claims and releasing Case Rock Cottages, LLC., from liability for any damages or injuries incurred and that no warranties or representations have been made by Case Rock Cottages, LLC. as to the condition of the land, the residence, or its appurtenances. Anything found in or on the property including but not limited to minerals and any other thing of value must be left in place or returned immediately to an agent of Case Rock Cottages, LLC., and remains property of Case Rock Cottages, LLC., regardless of who were to discover or find it (nothing can be removed from the property). Any personal property left on the premises will be removed and discarded or sold within 14 days. The parties agree that 14 days’ notice in writing to the last known address or via AirBnB, text, or email communication to the last known contact information is sufficient notice to remove and discard any property left or abandoned on the premises. No personal property belonging to them, the user, may be left overnight or beyond the time that they are authorized on the property. Park your vehicle on this property at your own risk. Case Rock Cottages, LLC, and its affiliates are not responsible for theft, loss, or damage in any way, shape, form, or fashion. The risks, hazards, and dangers associated with the services and activities provided by Case Rock Cottages, LLC., include the uncertainties of the property, its appurtenances, the wildlife, the river, or of the weather, hazards in the river, hazards from abandoned mines, collisions while traveling by vehicle, ATV, or UTV, or on the river, altercations with other people on the river or property, including altercations with other participants in the same activity, and with the uncertainty of conditions in an outdoor environment. Case Rock Cottages’, LLC., facilities are located on 105 acres of abandoned coal mines, which have inherent dangers such as air shafts, sinkholes, drains, cliffs, rock slides, and swamps. This property is steep, rugged, and dangerous, including wild animals, venomous snakes, stinging insects, poisonous foliage, or falling trees. Egress is limited to the road from base camp to the residence or the river itself. In the event of a forest fire or residence fire, emergency services are unavailable and egress may be prevented due to the terrain or blocked road. In the event of a medical emergency, upon being notified, Case Rock Cottages, LLC., staff will make every effort to assist medical services to reach you, to transport you to base camp (e.g. the barn located at 8915 Warrior-Kimberly Road, Kimberly, AL 35091) if possible, and to provide basic first aid supplies for self-treatment. It should be noted that ambulatory services cannot travel past base camp due to the steep, rugged terrain. The residence is 1.2 miles off the paved road and accessible only by small 4WD vehicle or ATV. Camping and using the residence also have their own inherent dangers. Some, but not all, of these dangers include burns from wood stoves, outdoor fire pits, propane stove, propane water heater, generator or exhaust system; falls from raised decks, stairs, loft, loft ladder, or surrounding rock formations; hearing damage from the generator; cuts from hatchets and cooking utensils; drowning; illness from drinking non-potable water or river water, or from organisms found in stagnant waters surrounding the residence; and weather-related injuries including lightning strikes. No one under the influence of alcohol or drugs is allowed to climb the ladder or be on the observation deck. I understand that the description of these risks is not complete and that other unknown or unanticipated risks may result in injury, loss or damage of property, or death. I AM VOLUNTARILY PARTICIPATING IN THESE ACTIVITIES AND AM USING THE SERVICES OF CASE ROCK COTTAGES, LLC., WITH FULL KNOWLEDGE OF THE RISKS INVOLVED AND I ACCEPT AND ASSUME ALL RISK OF THE ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES WHETHER OR NOT DESCRIBED ABOVE, KNOWN OR UNKNOWN, FORESEEABLE OR UNFORESEEN. I UNDERSTAND THAT THESE RISKS MAY INCLUDE LOSS OF PROPERTY OR INJURY TO PERSON OR DEATH. By signing this document you agree that you understand you, any and all minors, and pets may become lost or disoriented on this property or the surrounding properties. In the unlikely event that search, rescue, and recovery operations are necessary, you are releasing Case Rock Cottages, LLC., and its affiliates and agents of all liability and costs associated with such search, rescue, and recovery operations. You are wholly responsible for the costs associated with such efforts. You also agree that if you leave the property via the river or other egress and have to walk back on public or private roadways, you are accepting all liability and dangers of being struck by a vehicle or other hazards and you are releasing Case Rock Cottages, LLC., and its affiliates and agents of responsibility of all liability and costs associated with accident, injury, or loss. I certify that the person signing the document is at least the age of 19 years or older and that the representations made can be relied upon by CASE ROCK COTTAGES, LLC., and its agents. Any and all of the parties staying on the property and/or participating in services provided by CASE ROCK COTTAGES, LLC., are certifying they not convicted of nor under indictment for any sexual offenses of any type and that the premises will only be use for lawful purposes and that no criminal activity will be conducted while there. All parties recognize and specifically authorize CASE ROCK COTTAGES, LLC., to video and audio record them and to use the video and audio recordings for promotional and/or commercial purposes and that they are granting CASE ROCK COTTAGES, LLC., an unlimited license to do so. I agree for myself and for all minors for whom I am parent or guardian for my heirs, successors and assigns, that I release Case Rock Cottages, LLC., its owners, agents and employees from any and all claims, damages, and injuries, including all injuries to person or to property, arising directly or indirectly out of the activities or services provided by Case Rock Cottages, LLC. This release and the following indemnification includes any claims arising, in whole or in part from negligent acts or omissions of Case Rock Cottages, LLC., its owners, agents or employees. I agree for myself and for all minors for whom I am parent or guardian, for my heirs, successors and assigns, that I shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless Case Rock Cottages, LLC., its owners, agents and employees from all losses, claims, expenses and demand, including attorney fees, court costs, expenses incurred enforcing this document or in the event that a recovery is due to Case Rock Cottages, LLC., I agree to pay any and all collection costs incurred to enforce this agreement including attorneys’ fees, court costs, and expenses, that may be incurred by Case Rock Cottages, LLC., its owners, agents and employees, that are related, directly or indirectly, to me, or any minor for whom I am parent or guardian, use or participation in the services or activities provided by Case Rock Cottages, LLC. I also understand the property cannot be used and is not intended to be used as a person’s residence and that I can be asked to leave at any time without notice. I am only granted access and use of the property and its appurtenances for the time period specified in the AirBnB or written agreement with Case Rock Cottages, LLC.. We are blessed with pristine acreage which we intend to share with guests at Case Rock Residence. However, we also strive to be good stewards of the property and the surrounding environment especially the river, streams, and bodies of water, and we ask that you do the same. Please do not litter or bring hazardous materials onto the property, such as asbestos, gasoline, motor oil, lead, heavy metals, or other dangerous chemicals. Do not remove, damage, deface, or destroy foliage, rock formations, or other organic or physical features of the property. Do not intentionally harm wildlife. You are in their space and should respect and give them wide latitude. No hunting of any type is allowed other than fishing. Take only pictures, leave only footprints. Tenant shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless Case Rock Cottages, LLC.’s agents, mortgagee(s), heirs, and assigns, if any, from and against any and all claims arising out of any breach of any provision of this Paragraph, which expenses shall also include laboratory testing fees, personal injury claims, clean-up costs and environmental consultants’ fees. Tenant agrees that Case Rock Cottages, LLC., may be irreparably harmed by Tenant’s breach of this Paragraph and that a specific performance action may appropriately be brought by Case Rock Cottages, LLC.; provided that, Case Rock Cottages, LLC.’s election to bring or not bring any such specific performance action shall in no way limit, waive, impair, or hinder Case Rock Cottages, LLC’s other remedies against tenant. RULES AND REGULATIONS All Participants must sign a Liability Waver and General Release Form. Anyone who does not sign a Liability Waiver and General Release Form shall leave Case Rock Cottages regardless of what activities they plan to undertake. ALL Participants must travel only on designated trails at Case Rock Cottages, LLC., whether on foot or on a bicycle. ALL Participants are forbidden from trespassing on any property adjacent and/or adjoining Case Rock Cottages, LLC. Absolutely NO littering at Case Rock Cottages, LLC. Any Participant observed littering will be asked to leave. No fireworks, flares, incendiary devices or firearms allowed. This is not a shooting range. No hunting of any kind. Only fishing is allowed. No illegal drug use permitted. For safety reasons, the residence is not recommended for children under the age of 6. Please follow basic safety precautions when using the fire pit (such as putting out fires completely when you are done) and do not use it in times of drought or burn advisory. Burning trash or cardboard or paper products is strictly prohibited. NO EMERGENCY SERVICES CAN REACH THE Residence, therefore extra precautions must be taken to avoid forest fires. Fireproof gloves are provided and should be used when interacting with the wood-burning stove or fire pit. Fire extinguishers are provided for emergency use only and should not be used for routine extinguishing of wood-burning stove or fire pit. Please extinguish fire pit with water or dirt before going to bed or leaving the residence, but it is acceptable to allow the fire in the wood-burning stove to burn down on its own as long as the doors are closed. The wood-burning stove should not be over-fired. The inlet and outlet dampers should be used to moderate the size and intensity of the fire and the stove should not be overfilled with fuel. We recommend you and your pets stay on the trails to ensure your safety. There are several abandoned coal mines as well as some reclaimed (collapsed) mines on the property and possibly still some remaining air shafts. There is a security deposit so that if you damage the home, you could be charged up to $100. There is a $250 cleaning fee if you smoke in the house (other than vaping). We have a flexible cancellation policy and allow free cancellations for 48 hours. After that, cancel up to 24 hours before check-in and get a full refund, minus the service fee. General check-in time is 3 p.m. If a time other than 3 p.m. is required, please contact us to see if we can accommodate. Check out time is 11:00. We may transport you and your belongings to/from the residence upon check in/out but the logistics of all other trips to//from the residence are up to you. You must make prior arrangements for check-in and check-out times. You must be escorted to the property so you can be properly oriented and we must ensure someone is available to take you. Late checking in or out without making prior arrangements will cost $20 an hour for every hour we must wait on you. Dogs are allowed, but please clean up all messes, indoor and outdoor. We advise you keep your dogs on a leash at all times. Please do not leave dogs unattended in the residence. Please place trash in the cans provided or bring trash to base camp (e.g. the barn located at 8915 Warrior-Kimberly Road, Kimberly, AL 35091) when full. Leaving it out may attract wild animals. Please conserve water and fuel at the residence. We provide them for your convenience, but they are not meant to be wasted. 23. No one under the influence of alcohol or drugs is allowed to climb the ladder or be on the observation deck. Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this contract, or the breach thereof, shall be settled by arbitration administered by a certified counsel located in Jefferson County, Alabama. The number of arbitrators shall be one. The place of arbitration shall be The Wright Law Firm, P.C., Alabama law shall apply. Judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrator(s) may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof. The signing party and on behalf of themselves and their agents, stockholders, employees, representatives, assigns, heirs, and successors hereby fully releases and discharges You and your descendants, ancestors, dependents, spouses, heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns from all rights, claims, actions, and obligations of any nature whatsoever, known or unknown, which The signer and its above-mentioned successors now has, or may have, after the signing of this Agreement, against You and its above-mentioned successors whether or not apparent or yet to be discovered, or which may hereafter develop, for any acts or omissions related to or arising from the above-referenced dispute, claim or litigation.

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