Wonderful cottage

Guest: Chuck (Columbia, SC)
Date of Stay: 01/15/12 Review Submitted: 01/23/12

Looked great on the virtual tour and was even better in person. Large open kitchen. Master bedroom is spacious with easy access to back deck. TV's in each bedroom, sunroom and living room allow easy viewing choices, or getting away from noise. Decor throughout home is up to date. On a quiet street that is an easy walk down to the park along the bay.

Owner response:Thank you so much!! Fairhope is a wonderful town!! I'm so happy you enjoyed your stay!! Please return again soon!!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, girls getaway, age 55+.

Cute & Chic and Convenient

Guest: Nittany Lion (East Tennessee)
Date of Stay: 01/01/12 Review Submitted: 01/16/12

The cottage, a two bedroom residence, rests under large, flowing, Live Oaks in a middle class neighborhood within a short drive of "downtown" Fairhope. The home also is located within walking distance of the Bay (.7 mile) and the city's attendant park, lengthy walk/bike path, and fishing piers. The neighbors appeared friendly and, without exception, spoke highly of the town and surrounding area. The owner provided a clean, well scrubbed, house. It included firm mattresses, plenty of linens and blankets (well used in nippy January), a laundry, and adequate kitchen utensils and dishes. She quickly responded to any inquiries and made a number of suggestions for afternoon get-togethers. The photo she provided accurately portrayed the residence. These aged baby boomers tried a number of the local (non-chain) restaurants, in the Mobile/Orange Beach environs, and discovered truly outstanding Middle-Eastern fare at the Jersualem Cafe (Airport Road, Mobile), and fresh, tasty oysters and fish at the Market by the Bay (Fairhope) and the Common Loon Cafe (Dauphin Island) - all strongly recommended by locals. Sadly, the travelers never found a good, consistent, Fairhope restaurant offering typical breakfast foods - eggs, biscuits, flapjacks - only over-priced "chic" fare - breads (cakes) and sandwiches ("finger food.") Where do the police (120 employees in the Fairhope Department) and fishermen eat? Would strongly recommend walking or biking the trails at the Gulf State Park (Orange Beach), touring Dolphin Island, and visiting the Mobile City museum if interested in the Civil War and "civil rights" history. Also, would avail oneself to the beautiful sunsets at the Fairhope Park and some of the beautiful old homes in walking distance of the rental property. And finally, would consider traveling to Fairhope during March during its Arts Festival. These travelers first encountered Fairhope last Spring and came upon the apparently "juried" festival which offered lovely paintings, fine-crafted furniture, jewelry, and pottery from artisans located throughout the country. All in all, the Boomers' recent visit, even during chilly January, proved a delightful respite from the work-a-day world. Would recommend the cottage as a reasonably priced, well-equipped, rental property.

Owner response:Thank you for your kind words about my cottage!! I appreciate your recommendation!!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.

Great Cottage Among the Lovely Trees

Guest: Lainie (College Station, TX)
Date of Stay: 06/08/11 Review Submitted: 06/21/11

The cottage was adorable, quaint, sufficient room for 4, well maintained and comfortable to stay in for a few days. The kitchen & den has a light cheerful clean orderly appearance, open, user friendly and easy to find everything. It was a great home away from home. It is located in a quiet neighborhood very convenient to downtown Fairhope. We had a wonderful time. Thank you so much!

Owner response:I am so happy that your "girl's get out and about" was so much fun. Please be my guests again soon!!! Donna

Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway.

Great weekend getaway

Guest: JB (Tuscaloosa, Alabama)
Date of Stay: 06/02/11 Review Submitted: 06/08/11

Just spent three nights in this darling cottage. Very clean, comfortable, convenient to shopping and the bay park area. Had great service from the owner. She was quick to respond to all of my questions, even gave me good tips for things to see and do in the Fairhope community. Go...you will love this cute cottage!

Owner response:Thank you so much!!! I'm so glad you had a nice visit! Please come back again soon!!! RTR!!!

Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.

Great hideaway just short distance from downtown

Guest: Labmom (Birmingham,AL)
Date of Stay: 05/13/11 Review Submitted: 05/17/11

Short weekend stay @ this wonderful bungalow! Wonderfully furnished & comfortable accommodations. Easy access to downtown Fairhope & Point Clear. Quiet, cozy & a definite place to rent; all you need is to bring yourself & family. Small enough for 1 or 2, but also large enough for a small family!

Owner response:Anna, Thank you so much!! We are glad you enjoyed your visit and stay. Please come back and stay again!! We appreciate you telling others about our "Cute and Chic" cottage and Fairhope!!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.

Excellent Choice

Guest: cajuntiger (Leesburg GA)
Date of Stay: 04/04/10 Review Submitted: 04/20/10

This cottage was an excellent choice. We enjoyed our stay. The location was very convenient to the Bay and to downtown. We felt like we were at home. Everything you need is provided. The owner is very helpful and made sure that our stay was comfortable! She could not have been more accomodating! It was so relaxing- great neighborhood for taking walks. You will love it!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.

Adorable, Quaint, and Comfortable!

Guest: Mary - (Cape May, NJ)
Date of Stay: 03/09/10 Review Submitted: 04/15/10

I can't say enough about this place! The house is lovely with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The location is quiet and a short walk to the water. I so enjoyed my walks down to the bay every day during our stay. The beds are comfy and the master suite is very roomy, much larger than you would imagine for a cottage. I enjoyed reading in the mornings in the little sun room on the right of the house. The kitchen is spacious and stocked with utensils, pots, pans, etc... Lots of clean towels are provided, and it was great to have a washer/dryer to wash our clothes. The owner was very friendly, gracious, and helpful to us. Downtown Fairhope is not far away, so you have lots of neat shops and restaurants close by. I hope to go back someday! Loved it!!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.

Wonderful Weeek

Guest: 4 Golfers (Sheboygan, WI)
Date of Stay: 03/22/10 Review Submitted: 04/01/10

This cottage was perfectly suited for 4 people. We enjoyed our week so much. The cottage was very clean, neat and everything we needed was provided. We were close to golfing, shopping, dining out, or whatever we wanted to do. We were greeted by the owner and she is a doll! We definitely would recommend Cute and Chic cottage to anyone looking for some relaxation in beautiful Fairhope.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+.

Guest: Terry Conrad (Baton Rouge, LA)
Date of Stay: 09/20/09 Review Submitted: 09/20/09

The cottage was perfect for the two of us and our two dogs. It is quaint, with interesting decor, wonderful linens, on a quiet residential street just a few blocks from the bay and very convenient for getting around the area. We enjoyed our stay and highly recommend.

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Guest: Joyce Greeley (-)
Date of Stay: 05/08/07 Review Submitted: 05/08/07

What a wonderful blessing to be able to spread out a bit in a 2 bedroom house, cook our own meals, and feel free to have a friend drop in for little more than a hotel room. The extra bathroom alone was worth the extra! Home owner thought of everything-- lots of extras, including water and soda in the fridge, fruit on the counter, and every kitchen gadget you could think of on short notice! I even found a funnel! The towels were thick and white. Every room was clean, clean, clean. The backyard is lovely, with huge, old trees providing shade. Beautifully decorated.

Owner response:Thank you Joyce!! It was so much fun getting this house ready for guests and visitors. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay! Please tell others! :)Donna

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