Reviews for Fairhope Vacation Rental - VRBO 225991 - 4 BR AL House, Look No Further for the Best Value in Point Clear!

A wonderful example of His handiwork

Guest Joy
Date of stay 07/15/12
Review Submitted 07/25/12

When you open the door you can see right through the house to the bay. We never shut the blinds. Even though our stay included several days of thunderstorms and rain, it was still beautiful to see the waves lap upon the dock, and even the rain sprinkle the water like diamonds. The lightning strikes were breathtaking.We lost power twice, but just wanted to make clear that this place is fabulous even in stormy weather. We have a teenager, and even though he was not-entertained-every-single-minute of the trip with friends and other distractions, he enjoyed just hanging out on the porch. (We were a house divided on who liked the porch better and who preferred the dock with feet dangling over the edge in the brisk breeze). We entertained in a very well stocked kitchen. We went out only twice. (We especially enjoyed the Market Bay cafe on Highway 98). Jesse's was a nice close to our week on Saturday night, with moist fish and wonderful fried green tomatoes with crab meat. Though it has white tablecloths, they welcome your shorts, t-shirts, and burnt noses. The very old and very famous Grand Hotel, (run by Marriott), is only about 3 miles away. We spent part of a day there with friends who were guests there. You do not have to be a guest at the hotel to eat at their poolside cafe/bar or other more formal dining areas. Ruth was so gracious to provide us with a list of entertainment options. We did go to the water park, but my children did not prefer that over the home. (Um, yes, that is a first). The rooms were spacious with comfortable beds. The house is more immaculate than mine, I am afraid to say, and I have a housekeeper, too! I especially loved the city of Fairhope, and most certainly helped the US economy with my purchases. There are lovely oil paintings,(one came home with us), and other fine art work, and I loved the fact that many of the artisans are local. (We bought several pieces of jewelry made locally). Thought we did go into Foley on a rainy day to the outlet mall, we had no desire to go down to the public beaches=or private beaches for that matter. We just had no need for any better view than we had in our own backyard. God created the heavens and the earth in 6 days, and rested on the 7th. We have taught our children to enjoy the beauty of a flower or a striped fish in an aquarium and know that God made it all for us to enjoy. Happy Anniversary is another fine example of God's perfect handiwork. Thank you Ruth.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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July 4th, 2012

Guest clayhunter
Date of stay 06/30/12
Review Submitted 07/10/12

My wife and I and three grown children spent a very enjoyable week in the Happy Anniversary House. The setting is prefect with the huge old live oak trees and the wonderful view of Mobile Bay. The house is as advertised and was in perfect condition for us. We have rented houses on the bay for a number of years and this was by far the best and we couldn't have been more pleased. Ruth is easy to work with and very accomodating.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

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Perfect Home on a Perfect Spot.

Guest Mimi
Date of stay 06/02/12
Review Submitted 06/10/12

This home was beautifully maintained and clean. It is a wonderful spot on Mobile Bay and a great house for two families or a big family. We had our whole family there: parents, adult children,and grandchildren, and it was very comfortable. Since I grew up in Mobile, I was very familiar with the area. Since there are few sandy beaches left on the bay, we went to the Fairhope Beach and Gulf Shores several times for the grandchilren to play in the sand. They loved it!

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

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Such a Lovely Place to Stay

Guest Gwen
Date of stay 05/04/12
Review Submitted 05/16/12

Our family was extremely pleased with this lovely house. It was immaculate and well furnished. Everything was very comfortable. The house is large enough for everyone to have plenty of space. The porch and pier were great. The sunsets were beautiful. We would love to stay here again. Ruth was helpful and prompt while helping us make our arrangements.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

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Easter Weekend in Fairhope

Guest LeLeux
Date of stay 04/05/12
Review Submitted 04/16/12

Great location, nice spacious home, beautiful sunsets, lots of bedding, awesome deck with sink and lighting - had a great, relaxing time!!

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

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Heavenly Stay

Guest Snow Belle
Date of stay 12/22/11
Review Submitted 01/03/12

This home exceeded our expectations. It was very comfortable, really more like home. The beds were very comfortable. The linens and extra blankets were very plentiful. The owner was very helpful and accommodating. We come to Fairhope at least once every year and look forward to staying at this home again. I would highly recommend this property.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

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Family Thanksgiving

Guest Julia
Date of stay 11/21/11
Review Submitted 11/28/11

Our family enjoyed staying at "Happy Anniversary" for the long Thanksgiving weekend, 2011. Our party consisted of six adults and no children. This cottage was just perfect for us. It is clean, peaceful, well-appointed, and conveniently located. We would happily return for another vacation there, and we are happy to recommend it to others.

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An amazing place......

Guest Jets
Date of stay 11/01/11
Review Submitted 11/16/11

The minute I walked into the house I knew that my time spent would be so worth the trip.....serene, so clean, comfortable, the house is exactly like it shows in the pictures. From the front door you can see the water of the bay. The sunsets were magnificent - coffee in the morning on the pier or on the porch- blue heron, dolphins, fishing off the pier, great restaurants - a vacation of great fun and relaxation! Loved it and will return next year! Fall in Fairhope is beautiful! Thank you Ruth for being the BEST vacation by owner EVER!

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Excellent house in beautiful Point Clear

Guest Mb
Date of stay 07/23/11
Review Submitted 08/09/11

This house exceeded our expectations. Perfect accommodations in Point Clear. We've stayed at a lot of houses in the area over the years and this one has the perfect combination of location and comfort. The kitchen is well-stocked, the wharf is in perfect condition, and everything is as advertised. We had a very lovely time and the owner is particularly attentive and easy to work with. Would definitely stay again.

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MCC Saturday Morning Golf Group

Guest Mckaysdad
Date of stay 05/18/11
Review Submitted 05/23/11

Our Saturday Morning Golf Gang went down and spent 4 nights and 3 days playing golf and staying in this wonderful house. Everything was even better than we expected for our group of 8. The house is immaculate and roomy, the pier and dock out on the Bay was very nice and ALL the beds were comfortable. It was all absolutley perfect for our group or any group for that matter. On a last note.....Ruth was the greatest to work with. She made everything easy and did everything she said she would in order for us to have the best time ever. The entire experience was wonderful. Don't miss out on the house if you are looking for something special.....We will be back...Thanks Ruth. Ryan and the MCC Saturday Morning Golf Crew....Jasper, Alabama

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

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A Month of Heaven

Guest Lin
Date of stay 03/04/11
Review Submitted 04/06/11

My husband and I came to "Happy Anniversary" on the bay seeking rest, relaxation, and recreation and got all of that and more. Two weeks before our arrival I had cancer surgery and I needed time and rest to heal physically as well as emotionally. We each read ten books, my husband bicycled, we took walks, we watched the beautiful sunsets, we antiqued, we shopped, we visited the art fair in Fairhope, we dined out, we had visitors including our dear grandson, we visited Mobile, we took a day-trip to Dauphin Island and Belingrath Gardens and Home, and most of all we enjoyed this lovely home and its surroundings. It was comfortable and great for just the two of us and also when we had visitors. We didn't want to go home. Oh, and by the way, the owners go out of their way to help, if needed.

Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Louisiana family has fun at Thanksgiving

Guest cbrylski
Date of stay 11/23/10
Review Submitted 12/09/10

Our family needed a good, relaxing break after a tough year of medical emergencies, the BP oil spill, the 5-year Katrina anniversary...trust me, it was a year of stress. So we wanted a relaxing getaway for our family Thanksgiving dinner. This home was perfect. We loved the pier, which we played on all week, fishing and watching the sunsets, stargazing and sleeping. The interior of the home is just fabulous. All the amenities for cooking, and the rooms are wonderfully decorated. However, the family/kitchen area was clearly our favorite and just perfect for sharing. There is also a screened deck with swings and rockers that became my mom's favorite. We loved this setting. Point Clear is just lovely. We biked and shopped in the area also. But we really didn't leave the property much. It has it all! We will be back.

Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Girls' Weekend!

Guest Kris
Date of stay 11/19/10
Review Submitted 12/09/10

If a group of friends or family want to visit Point Clear or Fairhope, this is THE place to stay. My girlfriends and I found this property and, after an easy process of renting, arrived to find the pictures do NOT do it justice. The home is even MORE cozy than the pictures indicate and the entire lay-out of the place is perfect for a small group. There are 6 twin beds, one king, and one queen! The living room extends out onto the screened porch, allowing for a perfect mix of outdoor and indoor relaxing. The kitchen is very open, allowing for several people to contribute to cooking tasks or drink mixing! We were lucky to visit during a cool spell and the breeze from the front door through to the back porch allowed for us to soak up the fresh air without using the air conditioner. The indoors, which were extremely well maintained, gave us a great place to unwind, however, our favorite spot is the deck at the end of the pier! Every morning we walked out onto the deck and sipped our coffee, while the pelicans and the "pet" egret sat around to watch us! The egret made a visit every day! This trip far surpassed the one we had while staying at The Grand. I do encourage making a visit to The Grand to sample their restaurant foods, which are excellent, and their spa! However, if you want to spend time with your group, staying in this house will definitely add to your memories of Point Clear. The owner was also extremely helpful and made the process of renting a pleasure! You will not be disappointed with this property! We will eagerly return!

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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PERFECT VACATION RENTAL!!!!!!

Guest zach
Date of stay 10/22/10
Review Submitted 10/26/10

My wife and I rented this home for our wedding. This place was so beautiful!!! Nice hard wood floors and new appliances. There are plenty of beds to sleep up to 10 people. The people who owned the house are so nice and so easy to work with i would recommend this home to anyone who is looking for a comfortable relaxing home in the Fairhope area.

Recommended for: Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

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ROSEMARIE FROM DELAWARE JUNE 23-29 2010

Guest ROSEMARIE
Date of stay 06/23/10
Review Submitted 07/12/10

WE SPENT A WEEK IN THIS BEAUTIFUL WELL KEPT HOUSE. THREE COUPLES RENTED THE HOUSE FOR A RELATIVES WEDDING. RUTH IS A GREAT LADY TO DEAL WITH, SHE WENT OUT OF HER WAY TO HELP US WHEN WE WANTED TO EXTEND OUR VACATION. THE HOUSE IS VERY COMFORTABLE CLEAN AND WELL EQUIPPED. WE WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS HOUSE FOR ANYONE. THE SUNSETS ARE TRULY BEAUTIFUL FROM THE SCREENED IN PORCH, THE CEILING FANS ON THE PORCH MADE SITTING OUT THERE VERY COMFORTABLE. WE ENJOYED READING, MORNING COFFEE, AND JUST WATCHING THE BOATS ON THE BAY. THANKS RUTH WE HOPE TO RETURN SOON

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Wonderful place.

Guest Kevin & Marsha
Date of stay 05/01/10
Review Submitted 05/18/10

I would recommend this house to anyone, whether it be a romantic getaway for two or a family vacation with children. The sunsets are amazing and the listing photos accurately reflect the rental's appearance and amenities. Fairhope is one of my favorite places to visit since I can't actually live there.

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Guest Anonymous
Date of stay 11/30/09
Review Submitted 11/30/09

This is a well-maintained and spacious home. We entertained several crowds of family and friends during our stay and it worked very well. Ruth was delightful to work with in the time leading up to our rental. We will return and recommend to others!

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Guest Lynda and Kenny
Date of stay 11/27/09
Review Submitted 11/26/09

This house is even better than the photographs. Everything is wonderful and the sunsets are spectacular. We look forward to the joy of staying here many more times. Thank you Ruth. Lynda and Kenny Beaumont, Texas

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Guest Karen Beach
Date of stay 11/19/09
Review Submitted 11/19/09

What a wonderful week. Beautiful home, wonderful setting, friendly town. How much better can it be? If I didn't live in Houston, I would certainly live in Fairhope.

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Guest Jim and Charlotte Lee
Date of stay 09/21/09
Review Submitted 09/21/09

A lovely home and a beautiful setting. We enjoyed the dock, pelican and the occasional dolphin watching, and the peaceful area. The owner was very prompt to answer all our questions. A great place to visit!!

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Guest Barbara64
Date of stay 09/10/09
Review Submitted 09/10/09

We had a wonderful week at the bay house. The accommodations were great and the view and sunsets were spectacular. It was well furnished and very comfortable. Anyone would enjoy it!!!!!!

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Guest Howell Raines
Date of stay 08/28/09
Review Submitted 08/28/09

This is a great house in first rate condition. A great location for fishing, boating and sitting on the dock.

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Guest JTM1
Date of stay 08/04/09
Review Submitted 08/04/09

Our family had a great time staying at this wonderful bay house. The accommodations were great; the bay view spectacular. I only wish that we had more time to stay at the bay! I highly recommend this house for VRBO users.

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Guest John Fallis
Date of stay 08/03/09
Review Submitted 08/03/09

A great house in a great area. Everything was as advertised with a clean spacious house and a wonderful pier. We had a relaxing, fun week and plan on returning. Would highly recommend. John Fallis

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Guest the andrews1
Date of stay 07/29/09
Review Submitted 07/29/09

LOOK NO FURTHER!!! You will not find a nicer rental home or more accommodating home owner on Mobile Bay! We have seen many houses in this area and this is a great one! Lots of room and beautifully furnished. We will be back next summer! VRBO is the way to go. Much better than the local rental realty agency.

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Guest Stephanie84
Date of stay 06/29/09
Review Submitted 06/29/09

Ruth was such a pleasure to work with...prompt communication and extremely thoughtful. We loved the house! It was a relaxing retreat for our family and friends when we were done with all the wedding activities. The house was in great condition, very clean, and had all the amenities we could ever need! We will definitely be staying again in the future!

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Guest Bud2
Date of stay 06/11/09
Review Submitted 06/11/09

Since we lost our vacation home in Bay St. Louis in Katrina, Fairhope has become one of our favorite towns on the coast. Our recent vacation was such a great pleasure in large part because of the wonderful house in which we stayed. It was comfortable, clean, and well appointed. The owners were great and contributed to our pleasant experience. Sunsets from the back porch and pier are glorious. Our hope is to use this house again in the future.

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Guest Bobby LeTard
Date of stay 05/18/09
Review Submitted 05/18/09

House was absoluetely beautiful and we had a wonderful experience. Gorgeous sunsets; Pelicans flying majestically all day long; Many things to see nearby. Just a great experience...Ruth was very easy to work with. Everything was as good as or better than advertised...

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Guest Sebastien2
Date of stay 04/29/09
Review Submitted 04/29/09

Our stay was fantastic. Very nice house, very quiet. The view is amazing. The owner is very friendly and very helpful.

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Guest Ginny6
Date of stay 04/21/09
Review Submitted 04/21/09

Great bay house with every amenity. Certainly lives up to pictures and surpasses expectations. Plenty of activities in area without traveling long distances. Would highly recommend to friends and family!

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Guest Ken18
Date of stay 04/19/09
Review Submitted 04/19/09

Wonderful home on the bay. The rooms were very nicely furnished and very clean. The beds were very comfortable and we enjoyed eating on the screen porch viewing the sunrises and sunsets. It even had a flat screen TV with cable although our kids didn't want to watch it very often because they were enjoying playing outside and fishing fron the pier. I relaxed by laying out on the end of the pier, enjoying the afternoon breezes. The location was ideal, close to shopping and restaurants if we didn't want to cook in the well equipped kitchen. And the jogging/bike path was just across the street. We can't wait to go back later this summer, so we can go swimming and boating also.

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A wonderful example of His handiwork

A wonderful example of His handiwork

July 4th, 2012

July 4th, 2012

Perfect Home on a Perfect Spot.

Perfect Home on a Perfect Spot.

Such a Lovely Place to Stay

Such a Lovely Place to Stay

Easter Weekend in Fairhope

Easter Weekend in Fairhope

Heavenly Stay

Heavenly Stay

Family Thanksgiving

Family Thanksgiving

An amazing place......

An amazing place......

Excellent house in beautiful Point Clear

Excellent house in beautiful Point Clear

MCC Saturday Morning Golf Group

MCC Saturday Morning Golf Group

A Month of Heaven

A Month of Heaven

Louisiana family has fun at Thanksgiving

Louisiana family has fun at Thanksgiving

Girls' Weekend!

Girls' Weekend!

PERFECT VACATION RENTAL!!!!!!

PERFECT VACATION RENTAL!!!!!!

ROSEMARIE FROM DELAWARE JUNE 23-29 2010

ROSEMARIE FROM DELAWARE JUNE 23-29 2010

Wonderful place.

Wonderful place.