On river.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Lake Victoria and Weeks Bay Reserve. Quail Creek Golf Course is within 9 miles (15 km) and John Snook Telephone Museum is within 12 miles (20 km).
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Charming Home on Fish River - Perfect for your Family!
Nestled among the trees along peaceful Fish River, this hand-crafted home combines rustic charm with state-of-the-art amenities.
Imagine fun-filled days on the river swimming, fishing, bird-watching, relaxing on the two docks, or kayaking. Two adult kayaks and one child kayak are available at the house for your enjoyment. Spend a leisurely afternoon kayaking down the river and perhaps making a stop at Big Daddy's Restaurant for a yummy bite or a sweet tea or a cold beer.
Back at the house, relax on the large covered deck and enjoy the view of boats going by. Up for some games? Try playing in the game room. A selection of board games is also available. Unless of course the comfortable living room couches and television are calling your name after a day of river activities.
As the sun goes down, fire up the grill and indulge in an outdoor feast on the deck or prepare a delicious dinner in the updated kitchen. Kitchen has state-of-the-art appliances and plenty of counter space which make cooking a dream. Plus, there is a spacious eating area next to the kitchen if you prefer to dine outdoors.
Beach towns of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are nearby, as well as the quaint town of Fairhope. Fish River Hideaway is centrally located between Fairhope, Foley, Gulf Shores, and Magnolia Springs.
Hope to see you soon on your next riverfront getaway!
Property manager
Julie Orosz
Languages
English
Similar properties
The Honey House on Fish River
"River Life is the best Life"
The Honey House on Fish River
"River Life is the best Life"
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,800 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.
Charming Home on Fish River - Perfect for your Family! Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 31 reviews
10 - Excellent
21
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews
8 - Good
4
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 31 reviews
6 - Okay
5
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
4 - Poor
1
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Shonda H.
Jul 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Refreshing
We had a peaceful time,the house was well equipped with everything we needed ,very clean , and a quiet area also we caught fish so lunch was on the house ,LOL,Thanks for the new memories of Fish River hideaway
Shonda H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Glenda G.
Jun 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family
It was a great place to stay! Would like to reserve again next year.
Glenda G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robin K.
Apr 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Mini vacation while attending family wedding!
We stayed a few extra days before family wedding in Fairhope at this wonderful house on Fish River! All was as expected! Perfect for our family with 6 adults and 3 children. We will definitely be back soon!
Robin K.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Mar 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family get away
The home is pretty well set up as far as amenities, it would be nice to have TVs in all of rooms.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
T B.
Mar 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Second time staying here our family loves it
T B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
John G.
Oct 21, 2024
Great location - lacking amenities
Beautiful property and location but the amenities are very lacking. The power and water to the new pier does not work. None of the exterior water is turned on either. If you're planning outdoor activities these are essential. Tjere was also roaches all over the interior of the house, especially in the freezer but all over the kitchen in general. Property manager took over 24 hrs to respond to my questions about power and water to the pier and exterior. I forgot a pair of shorts there and told the property manager exactly where they were and she asked the cleaners to look and they told her they didn't see them but they were there for sure.overall, it is a beautiful property with potential but having power and water to the pier is fundamental if you're planning outdoor activities and the roaches are disgusting.
John G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sally M., Alabama
Aug 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Staycation
We had a great time! The house has lots of character and has everything you need for playing in the water & enjoying the beautiful property. It was perfect for our crew, because the kids could all stay downstairs together. The gas grill was broken & we couldn't figure out how to turn on the dock lights, but the owner was very responsive and helpful. We are local and we are already planning a moms weekend here!
Sally M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jared K.
Jul 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin
The cabin was a cute family home. There is plenty of space. We had 2 adults, 6 kids and a baby and it did not feel cramped. The dock was fantastic. Water toys and kayaks were a nice touch. They even had some popsicles in the freezer for us.
Jared K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jonathon H.
Jul 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and peaceful
Quiet and relaxing area. The kids enjoys kayaking and swimming in the river. House was well kept and plenty amenities. Only con was the lighting on the docks didn’t work.
Jonathon H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laine F., Alabama
Mar 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend stay!
We enjoyed our stay on Fish River and the cabin was perfect for our family! The deck was nice and large and had a peaceful view of the river. The kitchen was nicely stocked with lots of pots and pans and even extras like cooking spray and seasonings which we had forgotten :) There was plenty of parking, and the A/C and heater worked fantastic upstairs and downstairs! Location was perfect- only 20 minutes to downtown Fairhope. Thank you for hosting us!
Really enjoyed the location and eclectic nature of the house, well supplied and loved the outside activities.
Tracey
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tom S.
Oct 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, spacious house with lovely view and dock
My son and I came to town for a long weekend and this house was exactly what the doctor ordered. It was clean and well-appointed. The view from the back porch is spectacular, the kayaks were clean and ready to go and the dock was a lovely place to hang out at the end of the day.
Tom S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
6/10 Okay
Julia T., Slidell, LA
Sep 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Temperature issues
Upon arrival the temperature in the property was over 90 degrees. Unacceptable. It took 8 hours to cool to 74 degrees. There was a Nest thermostat that the host had no access to, also unacceptable. Why have a remote access thermostat if you are not going to use it to provide for you guests comfort.
Second issue upon arrival, the Internet was off, had to unplug the modem and router to get it going.
Otherwise it was a nice rustic property, in a somewhat iffy neighborhood. Well stocked kitchen. There is a Keurig and a Mr. Coffee. There is a blanket chest the end the bed with a missing foot, kind of dangerous should someone sit on it.
Probably won't return to this place.
Julia T.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amanda K.
Sep 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Staycation
We live in Baldwin County so this property was very convenient for us to stay and have family and friends visit. The river is always a great place to enjoy causal time with friends and family.
Amanda K.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Dylan C.
Aug 7, 2023
Small steps to increase comfort
Upon arrival the AC was completely off and the house was 92 degrees. Took the house 4+ hours to be livable. The front door sticks and hard to open especially when arriving late and dark. Master shower had hair in it and not properly clean.
Dylan C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Brittany C.
Jul 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun & Comfortable River Trip on a Budget
We had a fun family get-together at this rental and would stay here again! The house offered plenty of room for our family of six (ages 18-60). We spent most of the time fishing and kayaking on the river, grilled out a couple of nights, and enjoyed the large upper deck and hot tub. We were lucky enough to see two dolphins coming up the river one morning! We also visited Tom Jones Pottery, downtown Fairhope, the Weeks Bay estuary museum, and Jesse's Restaurant in Magnolia Springs during our stay. While there was a musty smell in the house, it wasn't a big deal for us and we brought scented candles after reading other reviews. We did have to purchase some extra necessities from the nearby Dollar General, which was our only big suggestion for improvement. We couldn't find extra trash bags, there were only two dishwasher pods (we needed to run the dishwasher once a day since we cooked a lot), there wasn't a general kitchen cleaner for tidying after cooking (only Windex), and we ran out of toilet paper in the downstairs bathroom. We may bring some extra things from home next time. But overall, we really enjoyed our stay!
Brittany C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paul H.
Jul 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and great location
Great weekend
Paul H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Keosha B.
Jun 23, 2023
I took a group of 4 girls there ages 4-8
They stay was ok the smell was bad down stairs the day of check out the host contacted us with problems from the neighbors find we discussed that! I clean up the entire house put dirty linen in wash as instructed she sends me a $100 claim they next day for wet game table said wet linen was left on it a huge lie wish I could post what they sent me
Keosha B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
6/10 Okay
david d., mountainhome usa
Jun 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacay
Stay for 6 nights sofa bed was broke location was little run down area house was great definitely needs update and tlc
david d.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brian L.
Jun 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
River
Great place to stay and very convenient to everything you need
Brian L.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
albert c.
May 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on the River
Beautiful scenery, loved the fishing pier, only drawback was too many stairs to climb for people like me with mobility problems, plus my age (74) carrying baggage and groceries up to the kitchen area.
albert c.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marcia H., Plant City, Fl
May 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday weekend
Great place for hanging out for the weekend. Very relaxing. Loved it.
Marcia H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Clay B.
Apr 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway
This was a nice and roomy getaway convenient to our soccer tournament at Foley. I enjoyed hopping in one of the kayaks and paddling around on the Fish River.
Clay B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
Chris M.
Apr 5, 2023
Rustic family cabin
Beautiful grounds, deck and nice dock.
Bathrooms are dated with not enough towels.
Musty smell.
On three separate occasions workers showed up to the property unannounced to perform services during our week stay.
Chris M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
4/10 Poor
Jeff M.
Apr 4, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very disappointed
We were not able to access properly until late evening. Property smells badly of mildew. We asked host for information on property we were told information was in the guest book but there was no book on property