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.
Our customers tell us they enjoy this guesthouse's walkable location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Mobile Bay. Laundry facilities are available.
Amenities include laundry facilities
Steps from Mobile Bay and Fairhope Avenue
*Cottage in the center of Downtown Fairhope* offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Fairhope guest house is smoke free.
Property manager
Ivey Lake
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: WiFi
Available in some public areas: Internet access
Things to do
Books
Games
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
More
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
Streaming services
TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
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
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
*Cottage in the center of Downtown Fairhope* Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 118 reviews
10 - Excellent
86
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 118 reviews
8 - Good
20
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 118 reviews
6 - Okay
9
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 118 reviews
4 - Poor
2
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 118 reviews
2 - Terrible
1
9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
George F.
21 May 2025
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.
George F.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
CHASITY D.
14 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary Weekend
This was a perfect cottage for the short anniversary weekend we had. Perfect location! Thank you so much!
CHASITY D.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathy M.
11 May 2025
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.
Kathy M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
10 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Suzanne S.
17 Apr 2025
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.
Suzanne S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
4/10 Poor
Keaton M.
15 Mar 2025
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.
Keaton M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Jerry B.
6 Mar 2025
Jerry B.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
jean-jacques b.
30 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
excellent
Excellent stay
jean-jacques b.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melissa W.
1 Jan 2025
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.
Melissa W.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Catherine L.
29 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous little place in downtown Fairhope!
It was a short stay, but just the convenience we needed!!
Catherine L.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Abbie J.
25 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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!!
Abbie J.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
2/10 Terrible
Susan W.
28 Oct 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
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.
Susan W.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kayla P.
26 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding trip
Lovely location. Comfortable and quiet.
Kayla P.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
David W.
21 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cottage in the heart of Fairhope
Right in the heart of Fairhope, this studio cottage is perfect for a weekend getaway.
David W.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie F.
1 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
Sweet place. Right in the middle of all the fun shops and resturants.
Julie F.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gary B., Baton Rouge, LA
19 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Gary B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gregory A.
29 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Gregory A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joy S.
7 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage in great location
Really enjoyed this cottage. It is in the ideal location to enjoy Fairhope’s restaurants and shops!
Joy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Melinda A.
7 Jul 2024
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
Little hard to find due to street sign being incorrect, but lovely property.
Scarlett
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa W.
30 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Melissa W.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Dori M.
29 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Dori M.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Thomas B.
24 Jun 2024
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!
Thomas B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Haylee
22 Jun 2024
The place was perfect. Right next door to the BEST cocktail bar and dinner spot
Haylee
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ashley M.
28 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
The VRBO was perfect and in the center of the town. Perfect for walks and shopping.