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Marvin's Gardens Cottage

Birmingham vacation home in Eastwood area

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Interior
Exterior
Hair dryer
Interior
TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Irondale, AL
  • Place, Train Watching Platform
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Alabama at Birmingham
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, UAB Hospital
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the area

Birmingham

Eastwood stay.Your stay at this Eastwood vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Train Watching Platform and New Bethel Baptist Church. University of Alabama at Birmingham and Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Train Watching Platform - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Birmingham Zoo - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 9 min drive - 13.2 km
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 10 min drive - 10.0 km
  • UAB Hospital - 10 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 16 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pancho's Mexican Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪King Buffet - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Marvin's Gardens Cottage

Welcome to Marvin's Gardens! You'll be entertained for hours in this Monopoly-inspired bungalow. A massive yard boasts bocce ball, frisbee golf, and a BBQ grill all centered around a large fire-pit patio. From this suburban oasis you'll find yourself only 10-12 minutes from Birmingham's finest breweries, bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues. This freshly renovated 4-2 comes complete with a private in-house game and exercise room. Thank us later ;)
-No Smoking allowed!

-Quiet hours after 10 pm--strictly enforced

-2 Pets Maximum- Dogs or Cats less than 60 LBS

-No Pets allowed on the furniture (for cleaning purposes)

-Clean pet waste (in a bag) and place in the garbage can

****NO PARTIES ALLOWED*** $1000 fine plus damages for breaking this rule

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Rules

-No Smoking allowed! -Quiet hours after 10 pm--strictly enforced -2 Pets Maximum- Dogs or Cats less than 60 LBS

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

191327

Frequently asked questions

How close is Marvin's Gardens Cottage to the airport?

This vacation home is 4.7 mi (12-min drive) away from the Birmingham International Airport (BHM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Marvin's Gardens Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Marvin's Gardens Cottage offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Marvin's Gardens Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Birmingham Race Course Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Marvin's Gardens Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Marvin's Gardens Cottage?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Marvin's Gardens Cottage have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Marvin's Gardens Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Marvin's Gardens Cottage to downtown Birmingham?

This vacation home is 4.7 mi away from Birmingham.

Marvin's Gardens Cottage Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the house and especially the game room! We would certainly stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming and literally saved the day for us on one day in particular.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khloe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice place with a great location. Quiet neighbors.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ty R.

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

Awesome

Great location and very quiet area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Willliam C.

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

Awesome!!

Great place to stay. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Family getaway

The house was a great meeting spot for our family! We enjoyed the game room and appreciated the fenced in yard for our pup!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Skip D.

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

Great stay

all good!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sieck Family

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

Birmingham wedding

College friends in town for a wedding. Was a perfect spot for us
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nate S.

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

Game House

Loved all the games and activities at this property! The backyard is cool too with the fire pit and disc golf. Comfortable beds too!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clint P.

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

Birmingham

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay over a long weekend. The house was extremely clean, beds were very comfortable and really appreciated a fully stocked coffee station. Would certainly recommend this to anyone looking to stay in Birmingham.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a terrific little house in a very quiet neighborhood. What sets this experience apart more than anything though was the incredible communication and kindnesses of the hosts. Probably the best I’ve experienced.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne C.

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

Family celebration

The property worked well for us and our needs. We did a bit of cooking and the large kitchen was well supplied with equipment.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

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

Perfect location

In Birmingham to visit family and found this gem in Irondale area less than 30 min drive to Birmingham Zoo and McWane Science Center. The house was charming and comfortable. The game room was my daughter's favorite spot. The outdoor area was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CARLO F.

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

Great spot

4 guys stayed here to play golf at RTJ courses over the weekend. Quiet and safe neighborhood. Really enjoyed the backyard. Host was very fast in responding. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Great Owners w Excellent Communication

Property was newly remodeled & excellent especially for the very reasonable rates. Great location. Very good communication all along the process. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

Fantastic communication

Great property and incredible communication and flexibility from the owners!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Retro Charming!

We were in town for the Barber Vintage Festival. Location was perfect for an easy and scenic ride to the park. Nice, quiet, established middle class neighborhood, with mature trees and friendly neighbors. House was exactly as described, comfortable, clean, tastefully furnished and exactly what we were looking for. Convenient shopping at Walmart and Winn Dixie nearby, lots of upscale restaurants too. For a family stay, it was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Engagement trip

The house was awesome for what we needed for family coming to town for a surprise engagement party. Was plenty of room for 7 adults. Beds were comfortable. The 2 bathrooms were a plus! Plenty of parking for 5 cars on driveway and in front of house.Loved sitting out on covered front porch but also had fire pit out back. Communication was prompt with Nick. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

trisha c.

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

Engagement party

Property was as described. Easy check-in. No issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Missy M.

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

Great house and perfect for the whole family

We decided to stay here while visiting for a baseball tournament for my oldest son in Hoover. I cannot say enough great things about the hosts of this property as well as the home itself. The location was so convenient to so many areas of Birmingham and Hoover. We were so grateful they allowed pets, so we could bring our 2 dogs. The fenced in yard was perfect for them to have some oustside time. The house itself is tastefully decorated and fit us perfectly…right down to all the games provided in the garage area. This property and its hosts are 10/10!! Will stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Courson C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lexfuzz1

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025