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*Cottage in the center of Downtown Fairhope*

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Exterior
Aerial view
Exterior
Private entrance to carriage house
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
AU$248
avg per night

Explore the area

Map
Fairhope, AL
  • Fairhope Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Fairhope Municipal Pier
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Magnolia Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

Room

  • 46.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed
Price is AU$248 avg per night,

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About the area

Fairhope

Located in Fairhope, this guesthouse is in the city centre. Village Point Park Preserve and Weeks Bay Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include De-Cuba and Hot Wheels Skate Center. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Fairhope Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fairhope Museum of History - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Eastern Shore Art Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fairhope Municipal Pier - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Magnolia Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wingfingers - Fairhope - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sandra's Place - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gambino's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Loft - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Agave - ‬4 min drive

About this property

*Cottage in the center of Downtown Fairhope*

Quaint cottage with one parking space in the center of downtown Fairhope beside Gene's Beans Ice Cream & Coffee and across from Dragonfly restaurant. Walk to the coffee shops, the bars, the restaurants or the grocery store. The house is set up as a studio so queen bed, sleeper sofa and kitchen are in one room. The carriage house rental is allowed one parking space (the driveway holds two cars but the driveway is a shared space.) The cottage is equipped with washer/dryer, refrigerator, microwave, and stove with oven. The house does not have a dishwasher or cable but hopefully it won’t be an issue because you will be in the perfect location beside some of the best restaurants and activities in town. The TV shown in the pictures is a smart TV so you will be able to log in to your Netflix or Amazon account if you have one.

Property manager

Ivey Lake
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is *Cottage in the center of Downtown Fairhope* pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at *Cottage in the center of Downtown Fairhope*?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at *Cottage in the center of Downtown Fairhope*?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is *Cottage in the center of Downtown Fairhope* located?

Located in the heart of Fairhope, this guesthouse is steps away from Fairhope Avenue and Mobile Bay. Fairhope Museum of History and Marietta Johnson Museum are also within 10 minutes.

*Cottage in the center of Downtown Fairhope* Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 113 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient and Cozy

We enjoyed our stay and loved the convenience of parking right at our door, restaurants, shopping, and even the Mardi Gras parades! There was a slight glitch at check in but our property owner remedied it right away. 😊. Our only complaint was the smart lock on the door. It’s very tricky to use and the slightest movement or breeze causes a little alarm to sound. Perhaps replace it or change battery? Definitely would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Keaton M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Great location, not the greatest cottage tho

This place was in an awesome location right in the heart of downtown. The keurig & coffee pods were a nice touch. Cottage was not clean. Floors made our socks filthy. Kitchen sink was clogged & wouldn’t drain, couch smelled like dogs, shower had long hairs on the walls & very low pressure. Parking was super convenient UNTIL we checked out the morning of the arts & craft fair. The streets were lined with vendors & we were told we could not move our vehicle til 6pm. (We had just checked out @ 10:30am) We weren’t informed about the festival, nor were we told to get our car moved prior to it. We called the owners & explained our predicament & were told she’d check with her husband & call us right back. Never called back. The police threatened to put us in jail if we tried to move our car. We called the mayor’s office & they couldn’t get the police to help. We took our chances, moved a couple trash barrels, put our flashers on & slowly made our way to an alley & escaped. I understand the vehicles/pedestrians dangers, but we were 6 hrs from home with no where to stay all day & plans to be in NOLA mid afternoon. Kudos to the police for keeping a safe gathering, but shame on them for their unwillingness to help out some distraught out of town visitors.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry B.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jean-jacques b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

excellent

Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

This quaint studio home if perfect for you and your spouse or a small family. You are in the heart of downtown. This is mine and my husband 2nd time here and we love Fairhope. We can’t wait until we come back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous little place in downtown Fairhope!

It was a short stay, but just the convenience we needed!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abbie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip

This was the perfect stay located in the heart of Fairhope. The property was clean and was perfect for a place to rest while we were shopping. I loved the addition of the bunk beds as it was more functional for our group. We will definitely be booking again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Susan W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Fair Hope Carriage House

The place looks cute and quaint on the outside but the inside was filthy and dated. The owner, however, was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding trip

Lovely location. Comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cottage in the heart of Fairhope

Right in the heart of Fairhope, this studio cottage is perfect for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy

Sweet place. Right in the middle of all the fun shops and resturants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

My wife and stayed here for a long weekend. Wonderful place right in the middle of everything. Close enough to walk everywhere. There is enough room for several people to stay with a queen bed, two bunk beds, and a pull out couch. There is only one bathroom so it may may be small for to many in a group but it was perfect for my wife and I . The description says it is between Mr. Gene's Beans and Dragonfly. However, Dragon is now Cafe Viola.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to Stay, We Love It, Second Stay

We just love this place. This is our second time staying at this location. Location is right in town next to everything. You can walk everywhere and enjoy what Fairhope has to offer. Accommodations are clean, comfy, warm and the booking is so easy. Would definitely recommend this to everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage in great location

Really enjoyed this cottage. It is in the ideal location to enjoy Fairhope’s restaurants and shops!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Melinda A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Awesome location

The location was superior you were right in the middle of town. The little cottage needs some TLC, sofa was stained ,walls, needed to be painted frig was not cleaned, shelves and nightstands were dusty … the place needed a deep cleaning We did enjoy our stay being in the middle of everything! Our neighbors in the ice cream shop and the restaurant were super friendly and both great places to eat
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scarlett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Little hard to find due to street sign being incorrect, but lovely property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quant liitle cottage

Super cute cottage right in the middle of downtown. Communication was great as well as check-in and check out process We have already booked for another weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Dori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fairhope Birthday trip

We had a great time! We loved how close the room was to everything! There were some issues with the internet but the owner did everything she could to help us out which I really appreciated. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Best location in Fairhope

One, the directions to the property and its exact location were a little confusing. BUT the location was worth it. I would suggest ownership clean that up a little bit. Secondly we had a little issue that I am confident that ownership and management did not know until we brought it to our attention. Within LITTLE TIME, an owner was there to address it and take care of it. THAT is what I want in a short-term rental. Customer service and ATTENTION and they passed that with flying colors!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haylee

The place was perfect. Right next door to the BEST cocktail bar and dinner spot
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

The VRBO was perfect and in the center of the town. Perfect for walks and shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Donna W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Fair in Fairhope

The cottage was in a fantastic spot. Very walkable to everything. When the door lock didn't work, the owner was quick to respond and fix the issue. Sheets and towels were clean. The pictures on VRBO no longer represent what the cottage is like currently. There are twin bunkbeds mashed into the living room now. The couch was stained and the unit needs a deep clean and painting. The outside green awning is falling apart. I am thankful that the weather was fantastic and we spent most of our time outdoors. We stayed because of the walkability, but I would not rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Center of Fairhope

Loved the location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved Fairhope!

Absolutely loved the location of this property and would stay here again if ever back in Fairhope. The cottage had everything we needed and the bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mardi gras

Great location right in downtown. We came for the Mardi Gras prade. We could walk out the front door and turn left or right to see the parade.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024