Decatur, Alabama · Est. 1836
McEntire
On the River
Where history meets your next chapter.
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A storied place · A beautiful setting · A new chapter for every celebration
01 / The History
Nearly two centuries of stories.
Built in 1836 along the Tennessee River, the historic McEntire house has witnessed generations of life in Decatur, Alabama.
From the families who called it home to its remarkable survival through the Civil War, the house has remained a part of the city’s story. Today, its next chapter invites new memories to join the old.
Some places are worth preserving. Others are worth sharing.
02 / Our Story
Rooted in family. Made for memories.
For the Sims family, Decatur has always meant river afternoons, shared meals, a little adventure, and the joy of being together.
That same spirit inspires McEntire on the River: a place where history feels personal, Southern hospitality feels effortless, and life’s most meaningful celebrations find a beautiful setting.
03 / The Community
Come for McEntire.
Fall for Decatur.
The places we return to, the flavors we love, and the stories that make Decatur feel like home. Explore a few favorites from the Sims family.
Local Favorites
01
The Mallard
A favorite local stop
Food & Flavor
02
Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q
A Decatur barbecue tradition
Nature & Wildlife
03
Wheeler Wildlife Refuge
A little wonder in the wild
Local History
04
Historic Railroad Depot
A city shaped by its connections
Historic District
05
Old Decatur
Streets full of stories
On the Water
06
The Tennessee River
Where family memories begin
04 / Visit Us
Come see
what’s possible.
Imagining your wedding or special celebration at McEntire on the River? We’d love to show you around.
Decatur, Alabama
Overlooking the Tennessee River