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Charming Downtown Fairhope Cottage – Walk to Everything!

Guest house perfectly located for exploring Fairhope

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
Dining
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Fairhope, AL
  • Place, Fairhope Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fairhope Museum of History
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fairhope Municipal Pier
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the area

Fairhope

Heart of Fairhope.Within a 5-minute walk of the guesthouse, you'll find Mobile Bay and Fairhope Museum of History. Fairhope Avenue and Marietta Johnson Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Fairhope Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fairhope Museum of History - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Eastern Shore Art Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fairhope Municipal Pier - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Magnolia Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sandra's Place - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gambino's Italian Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Blind Tiger - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ben's Jr BBQ - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Warehouse Bakery & Donuts - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Charming Downtown Fairhope Cottage – Walk to Everything!

Welcome to your perfect Fairhope getaway! This cozy studio-style cottage is nestled just steps from the heart of downtown, making it the ideal home base for exploring the shops, cafes, and scenic bayfront of one of Alabama’s most charming towns.

Inside, you’ll find an open-concept layout with everything you need in one thoughtfully designed space:
• A comfortable queen bed for restful nights
• A set of twin bunk beds perfect for kids or extra guests
• A fully equipped kitchenette with stovetop, fridge, microwave, and essentials for simple cooking
• A private bathroom with a walk-in shower (no tub)

Whether you’re visiting for a weekend getaway, small family trip, or romantic retreat, this cottage offers a clean, stylish, and convenient stay within walking distance to Fairhope’s best restaurants, boutiques, and the picturesque pier.

Come relax, recharge, and experience the laid-back charm of Fairhope!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Wash the dishes
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming Downtown Fairhope Cottage – Walk to Everything! to the airport?

This guesthouse is 23 mi (34-min drive) away from the Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Downtown Fairhope Cottage – Walk to Everything!?

As of Mar 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Downtown Fairhope Cottage – Walk to Everything! on Mar 23, 2026 start from CA $204, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Charming Downtown Fairhope Cottage – Walk to Everything! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this guesthouse.

How close is Charming Downtown Fairhope Cottage – Walk to Everything! to the beach?

This guesthouse is 1 mi (3-min drive) from Magnolia Beach.

Does Charming Downtown Fairhope Cottage – Walk to Everything! offer free breakfast?

This guesthouse does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming Downtown Fairhope Cottage – Walk to Everything!?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Charming Downtown Fairhope Cottage – Walk to Everything!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming Downtown Fairhope Cottage – Walk to Everything!?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Charming Downtown Fairhope Cottage – Walk to Everything! have a pool?

This guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does Charming Downtown Fairhope Cottage – Walk to Everything! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Charming Downtown Fairhope Cottage – Walk to Everything! to downtown Fairhope?

This guesthouse is 0.1 mi away from Fairhope.

Charming Downtown Fairhope Cottage – Walk to Everything! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 134 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Holly L.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was perfect! Location was great! We enjoyed our stay! Clean room, comfy bed, Keurig coffee maker with coffee, creamer, and sugar/sweetener available! Walk to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place. We loved the location. Once you park, no need to use the car again. Everything within a short walk. Clean. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We’ve stayed here twice now. It’s absolutely perfect for two people. Park here, and you don’t need to get back into your vehicle until checkout time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
There were 3 of us older women that stayed at this cottage just to shop and dine in this little town instead of following our husbands on another one of their golf trips. What a wonderful place to stay. Very clean, comfortable, and well equipped cottage , smack in the middle of downtown. Perfect and safe. We highly recommend this listing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location was excellent and convenient for our stay. WiFi was not working when we arrived on a Friday. Emailed the host and they immediately provided new updated login info as they had recently made some changes. On Sunday we awoke to no WiFi again. We were leaving early, so the inconvenience was minimal. Overall, great stay, location, and host!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would add a handicap bar in shower and change commode to the higher height. Thanks. Everything else we enjoyed and will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

C. C.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed here several times and always enjoy our stay. Great location and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Judy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fairhope Getaway

Enjoyed being downtown and ability to walk to most of our favorite places. Was a little disappointed the private patio was not there due to construction next door.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything was perfect

Perfect location, perfect accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon D.

Liked: Cleanliness

JPD

Nice bed and breakfast, great locationwill definately be back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simone G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute place

Loved this little place. Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place, responsive owners

Very convenient, easy parking, owners handled all issues quickly with great attitude.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

George F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place to stay

The Cottage was as advertsied. Right in the heart of Downtown Fairhope which is a beautiful well maintained small town. Would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHASITY D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary Weekend

This was a perfect cottage for the short anniversary weekend we had. Perfect location! Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location location location!

Perfect for seeing Fairhope without a car. It’s in the middle of the shops and restaurants. (Which also made it a little lively until things settled, at 11 on Friday night). I could walk to the market (small grocery store) and pier. The beds are excellent and the kitchen and bath are cute and clean but there are some less than sparkly areas and I wouldn’t want to have to count on the futon. I never heard from the owners but the checkin was completely automated and I loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Roku TV

There are a lot of positive things about this cottage; such as the location, the parking, the cleanliness and the comfort of the beds. However, there is one aspect which will forever scar this rental until it is eliminated, Roku TV. It would be nice if the rental manager would provide the secret code to make the thing work. ( I wrote the manager asking for help, but didn't receive a response.) The rental company could even place a "disclaimer" in the description for people to see before they decide to rent. It could read "THIS PROPETY HAS ROKU TV." So, other than the above little rant, the place is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Keaton M.

Disliked: Cleanliness

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

excellent

Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

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