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Walk to Downtown | Luxe Cottage & Pickleball

Vacation home with kitchen, near Mobile Bay

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In the heart of Downtown Fairhope, this Luxury Micro Cottage offers a serene retreat with modern comforts. Unwind on your private porch, cook up a storm in the chef's kitchen, and enjoy luxurious linens in the king bedroom. With pickleball courts and tennis nearby, plus 46 Mbps internet for remote work or streaming.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4720 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

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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.

Walk to Downtown | Luxe Cottage & Pickleball

Welcome to your private, gated luxury micro-cottage in Fairhope, Alabama. Blending modern design with lush Southern charm, the 720-sq-ft Love Cottage offers:
🌿 Private indoor & outdoor living with a gorgeous garden setting
🍳 Chef’s kitchen with gas range, full refrigerator, and oversized sink
🛁 Spa-style bath with double sinks, pebble-floor shower & seating
🛏️ King bedroom with luxury linens and sliding doors to your deck
☕ Exquisite outdoor space for morning coffee, alfresco lunch, or sunset cocktails under the trees
⚡ 50A EV charging stations (bring your wall adapter)
🚀 300 Mbps fiber internet – perfect for workcations & streaming
🎾 Pickleball & tennis courts just two blocks away
All of this just three minutes from the clock at the center of downtown Fairhope and one block from Fairhope’s new entertainment and dining district: The Warehouse Bakery & Donuts, Refuge Coffee Roasters, District Hall, Fairhope Brewing Company and Hope Farm.

🏡 The Cottage
Step into Love Cottage, your serene coastal escape within Hope Cottages-by-the-Bay.
Inside, the open living space welcomes you with a sectional sofa, lounge chairs, and smart TV (log into Netflix, Prime, Hulu, etc. or your favorites). The eat-in island seats four, and the well-stocked kitchen makes cooking a joy. You’ll find:
🍳 Gas range & microwave
☕ Simply Good Coffee brewer + Keurig option
🧊 Full-size refrigerator
🔪 Chef’s sink with integrated cutting board
🔪 Dishwasher, toaster, cookware, and more
The luxury bath feels like a spa: sleek design, double vanities, a pebble-floor walk-in shower, and seating for comfort.
The king bedroom features high-end linens, a closet, and drawers for storage. Sliding doors open directly to your private deck and garden.

And if you need more space, check out our sister unit Faith Cottage - We’re happy to send you a link!

🌸 Outdoor Living
Your private garden terrace is the highlight of this home. Enjoy:
☕️ A shaded breakfast nook for morning coffee
🧺 Dining area perfect for alfresco meals
🍷 A cozy lounge for wine or cocktails under the trees
🍂 Seasonal treats – figs & persimmons you can pick yourself
🦋 Butterfly-attracting gardens designed for relaxation & beauty

🌳 The Grounds
Hope Cottages-by-the-Bay sits on a spacious double lot, offering rare privacy in a central location. Enjoy both your private outdoor retreat and shared landscaped spaces.
Additional perks:
🚗 Ample parking for two cars per unit
⚡ EV-friendly with two 14/50 plug chargers
🏠 “Gold Fortified” construction for safety & comfort (cool in summer, warm in winter)

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ “The property was amazing. We felt at home. The cabin was squeaky clean and presented beautifully. The private porches and space is so pleasant. We also enjoyed all the extras....gated property (felt very safe and private), common area in yard (including the play area for games) and extra bathroom and bath, coffee, and half and half, and hand soaps, shampoo, conditioner and bath gel for showers. We were soo relaxed, wanted to leave shades open the entire time to enjoy the beauty of the gardens.” ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 720 square feet

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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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Fairhope, AL

What's nearby

  • Fairhope Avenue - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fairhope Museum of History - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Fairhope Municipal Pier - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Magnolia Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Lakewood Golf Club - 9 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jersey Mike's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fairhope Brewing Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Downtown | Luxe Cottage & Pickleball pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Downtown | Luxe Cottage & Pickleball?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Downtown | Luxe Cottage & Pickleball?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Downtown | Luxe Cottage & Pickleball located?

Situated in Fairhope, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mike Ford Tennis Center and Mobile Bay. Fairhope Avenue and Marietta Johnson Museum are also within 15 minutes.

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