Experience the quintessential charm of Fairhope at Palmetto Cottage, a nearly 100-year-old renovated house with a full kitchen and cute covered porch. Located close to downtown, enjoy shopping, great restaurants and nightlife within walking distance. Relax on the beach or stroll along Mobile Bay near Fairhope pier.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Palmetto Cottage - Historic 1925 cottage in Downtown Fairhope
Palmetto Cottage is a quintessential Fairhope cottage located close to downtown Fairhope. This nearly 100 year old house has been fully renovated and filled with charm and character. Named one of Southern Living's best small towns, Fairhope has plentiful shopping, great restaurants and fun night life within a short walk. The Fairhope pier is a short distance away where you can enjoy the beautiful sunsets over Mobile Bay or stroll along the beach.
The cottage has a full kitchen with Keurig coffee maker and microwave, washer and dryer and a cute covered porch on which to relax. There are two bedrooms, each has a queen size bed, and shared hall bath with large shower (no tub). We provide an initial supply of coffee, creamer, sugar, toiletries and laundry detergent for few days. Folding beach chairs and beach towels are available for guest use.
Please know that since this cottage is almost a 100 years old it has small hallways and doors.
Driveway is tight so no trailers or campers are allowed.
***Now available to rent!!! Palmetto Carriage House, which is a separate rental located behind Palmetto Cottage on the same property, is an open concept studio apartment with a king size bed, living room, full bath and efficiency kitchen. The carriage house has a private entrance and secluded back porch. Perfect if you need space for a few extra guest but still private enough to feel secluded. The Carriage House is a separate rental and not available to use unless a separate rental is booked.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Outdoor furniture
Porch/lanai
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
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)
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 trailers or campers
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Not suitable for infants.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
About the area
Located in Fairhope, this holiday home is in the city centre. Mike Ford Tennis Center and Quail Creek Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Fairhope Avenue and Windmill Market. Eastern Shore Art Center and De-Cuba are also worth visiting. Visit our Fairhope travel guide
Is Palmetto Cottage - Historic 1925 cottage in Downtown Fairhope pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Palmetto Cottage - Historic 1925 cottage in Downtown Fairhope?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Palmetto Cottage - Historic 1925 cottage in Downtown Fairhope?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Palmetto Cottage - Historic 1925 cottage in Downtown Fairhope?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Palmetto Cottage - Historic 1925 cottage in Downtown Fairhope located?
Located in the heart of Fairhope, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fairhope Avenue and Mobile Bay. Marietta Johnson Museum and Fresenius Medical Care at Thomas Hospital are also within 10 minutes.
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Palmetto Cottage - Historic 1925 cottage in Downtown Fairhope Reviews
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Easy to park. Host was very responsive to requests. Good location relative to groceries and downtown. The laundry area was set up well. Price point was good.
Loved my stay at Palmetto Cottage. Wonderful location, very clean and well equipped, and the hosts were great. Would definitely return there on my next visit to Fairhope and highly recommended!
We always have a great time Fairhope. Everyone is always nice at the shops and restaurants. The VRBO is walking distance to everything, has plenty of room and very clean.
The property was just as described online. Very clean, great communication with the owner for all of my questions, clear instructions for checking in, rules and checking out. The property is an excellent location, nice neighborhood and very close to downtown Fairhope. We so enjoyed our stay there and would highly recommended it to others.
I spent a month in this beautiful home. It truly became home away from home! I loved the location and rode my bike or walked to town all of the time! It was clean and functional and had everything I needed. The front porch was perfect for rainy days and jogging to the bay in the mornings was a highlight of the trip. So thankful for my time in beautiful Fairhope!
We thoroughly enjoyed our recent extended stay at Palmetto Cottage in Fairhope at felt right at home from the moment we arrived. This cottage has been historically preserved, but has also received many tasteful updates by the owners, who live locally and are readily available for any questions. The location provides for easy access for walking to the downtown shops and restaurants, as well as the Bayfront. Don't forget to read the information notebook provided by the owners-so much good information about the house and things to do in Lower Alabama. Highest recommendations for staying at Palmetto Cottage!
Palmetto Cottage was beautiful, convenient to downtown Fairhope, and had everything guests could possibly want in a rental property. We had a wonderful time, and Summer was very sweet to work with!
Loved everything about it! This was the perfect getaway for my wife and I. The uniqueness, style and feel, as well as the decor Can you have been better! Owners were helpful, friendly and communicative. We will definitely stay there again.
Very charming home, great location. Couldn’t have trailer I pull in or by home, that was in property description I knew this ahead of booking. Great stay! Highly recommend.
Beautiful cottage home in downtown Fairhope!! Everything about our visit was perfect and can't wait to go back. Summer has thought of everything in the house. Fairhope is a quaint coastal town!!!
The Palmetto Cottage is the perfect place for a peaceful retreat. Beautifully decorated and everything a guest could need. Close to town, just right! We’ll definitely be back.
Our stay was wonderful! The house is in a great location close to everything. It was very clean and the owner provided all we could have needed. Even a little gift for an extra touch which we really enjoyed! Would stay again for sure!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Palmetto Cottage…don’t think you could do better. Ample room with 2 bedrooms, very comfortable beds, an outside porch that lets the breeze in. We had to tear ourselves away from it. Summer had the cottage extremely well stocked!!! And, of course shopping and eating in Fairhope is always great. We didn’t have long enough, so may have to return later this year.
Thank you Summer and Bo❣️
Have a great summer..