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Kate's Place - Creole House W/ Bay Access [#342187] | View Property

Fairhope
House, 4 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 3 Baths (Sleeps 8)
$500-3ngt min; $850/wk; $2,350/mth
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Traveler Reviews (12)

• Great house in an excellent setting

  Great house in an excellent setting

  • Guest RD
  • Date of stay 05/01/13
  • Review Submitted 05/06/13
  Myself and three buddies visited for a golf trip and Kate's place provided us with excellent amenities and an ideal location. We cooked on several nights and sat on the porch and couldn't ask for a better setting. I hope to bring my wife and kids at some point, its perfect for any event or group, thanks Mike.

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

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• Perfect Getaway

  Perfect Getaway

  • Guest Weezer
  • Date of stay 10/24/12
  • Review Submitted 10/31/12
  Spent a long weekend with our children and grandchildren at Kate's Place -- immaculate and perfect! Spacious, beautifully decorated and equipped with anything you might need. Friendly and hospitable hosts. Will definitely stay there again.

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

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• family gathering

  family gathering

  • Guest sister
  • Date of stay 10/11/12
  • Review Submitted 10/22/12
  kate's Place was rented by one of my sisters who - along with her spouse, another sister and spouse, and myself - attended the wedding of our brother's stepdaughter in the Daphne-Fair Hope area. This lovely home could not have been a better choice for us. the two couples had their own suites - one downstairs (which was most convenient for the husband who had recently undergone foot surgery), and the other couple were upstairs. Each of the suites had its own bathroom and my own upstairs room also had easy access to yet another bathroom. Parking was ample for our two vehicles and for the cars of other members of our family when they visited us over the weekend. The beach was easily accessible and provided instant entertainment for children and adults alike. the large-screen tv and plentiful, comfortable seating in the living room area made it a perfect room for getting together. the kitchen was spacious and fully stocked (including a coffee-grinder) with all modern conveniences. Everything - linens, floor, furnishings - was clean and attactively arranged. Although we did not use it, there is a formal dining room (we ate and visited primarily at a small, round table-fo 4 off the kitchen and overlooking the living room area, which had its own wet bar. We also enjoyed the front porch, complete with rocking chairs and a view of a lovely front yard with mature vegetation. the house is set to the back of a deep lot, rendering suitably isolated from traffic noise on the main road. this home was a perfect place for our family gathering; we were able to "hang-out," as well as to venture out easily - either on foot, or by car - to the areas numerous attractions. My only reservation would be that the staircase may be a concern for families with young children.

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

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• You won't want to leave!!!

  You won't want to leave!!!

  • Guest ConnieP
  • Date of stay 07/02/12
  • Review Submitted 08/03/12
  Wonderful home away from home whether you are in the area for vacation or business. Fabulous location and has everything you could want in a house! More than enough room for our family of five. Mike and Kathleen are such gracious hosts, sharing sunsets with them on the pier was a highlight of our trip!!! They have lots of great ideas about where to go and shop. Wintzell's restaurant, only 2 blocks away, is a must.

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

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• Three months at Kate's, a great winter getaway

  Three months at Kate's, a great winter getaway

  • Guest Bob and Mary
  • Date of stay 12/01/11
  • Review Submitted 03/26/12
  The amenities at Kate's were superb, all the furnishings, artwork and personalized decorating details made the cottage feel like a real home. Their grounds are like living in an arboretum, and the pier is a nice respite. We especially enjoyed the convenience to the biking and walking trail and close proximity to downtown Fairhope and the golfing at Lakewood. The house is very spacious with lots of Southern "charm" from the split brick flooring, wood burning fireplace, and open stairway. The owners live on site, Mike and Kathleen, and they were so helpful in providing items for crabbing, fixing our bikes, and wood for the fireplace. What kindly souls! Highlights were the Christmas festivities and Mardi Gras parade in Fairhope, there is always something happening in town.

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

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• Wonderful, perfect stay for Thanksgiving

  Wonderful, perfect stay for Thanksgiving

  • Guest Family Reunion
  • Date of stay 11/22/11
  • Review Submitted 12/08/11
  Kate's place is so charming and perfectly located. We enjoyed the easy access to Fairhope and the dock is just beautiful. The home is well equiped and beds are very comfortable. We hope to make it an annual tradition to stay at this lovely home every Thanksgiving! THANK YOU!!!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

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• A Fabulous Stay in Fairhope

  A Fabulous Stay in Fairhope

  • Guest Kristin
  • Date of stay 10/01/11
  • Review Submitted 10/20/11
  Thank you for a wonderful visit to Fairhope and the Gulf Coast. Kate's Place was lovely - well appointed, immaculate and convenient. We appreciated all the touches - wonderful linens and comfortable living + a welcome basket, great magazines and the accessibility to the dock and all the local referrals. We loved sharing a part of the 'paradise' and wonderful living on Mobile Bay. We would highly recommend Kate's Place. Kristin & Dale

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

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• Kate's Place is the perfect get away!!

  Kate's Place is the perfect get away!!

  • Guest Katie
  • Date of stay 07/05/11
  • Review Submitted 07/05/11
  Our family of six recently stayed at Kate's Place. Our close friends even came to visit for a few days. The house was the perfect size for us! We have four small children under 9. They took two of the the upstairs rooms. We took the other upstairs room. We had PLENTY of room. Our friends stayed in the master bed room down stairs.(They are elderly, so we did not want them to have to climb stairs). The house is just darling! Kathleen thought of all of the sweet extras! It was great having a kitchen to cook in, when we did not want to bring the children out. The pier and beach were beautiful. The children had a blast playing out there!The most beautiful sunsets, I have ever seen! The house was very clean and was comfortable. The front yard is huge for the children to play in. It is the PERFECT location. In the morning I would run to the park and it was just a few miles. If you take a left the Grand is around two miles. The sandwich shop two sisters was SOOO good. (across the street).We had a wonderful vacation at Kate's Place. We will be sure to come back next summer. I HIGHLY recommend!

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

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• Wonderful time at Kate's Place

  Wonderful time at Kate's Place

  • Guest matt and chelle
  • Date of stay 07/02/11
  • Review Submitted 07/18/11
  We had a great time while visiting! Our hosts were great! My 2 year old loved them! The house was very roomy, comfortable and clean. We have 3 kiddos under 2 and we were able to spread out and have space. My 2 year old had a blast playing in the sand and the water. We enjoyed going to the bay and watching the fireworks. I hope we get to come back next 4th of July!

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

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• Vacationing at its Comfiest!

  Vacationing at its Comfiest!

  • Guest Obie
  • Date of stay 05/27/11
  • Review Submitted 06/09/11
  I can't say anything negative about Kate's Place! Our weekend in Fairhope wouldn't have been the same had we stayed anywhere else. The house itself is large and very clean with more than enough room for our group of 4. That alone would be enough to get me back there, but then there are the amenities! The furnishings are in great condition and comfortable, the kitchen is well equipped, there is a nice grill and outdoor seating, and of course the free wifi (which made me very happy!). With a short walk down the driveway, you are on the bay enjoying a nice quiet beach! We ran into the owners a few times on the pier and had some nice visits and shared a beautiful sunset. I would like to thank the owners for providing such an amazing place for us to enjoy our weekend away and for all the extra touches that just made it so much more special. If you are looking for a rental in the Fairhope area, you should check into Kate's Place! You won't be sorry you did!

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

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• Home away from home

  Home away from home

  • Guest Donald
  • Date of stay 05/27/11
  • Review Submitted 06/01/11
  We've stayed in "furnished" vacation rentals before but Kate's Place exceeded our expectations! Plenty of room, proximity to the beach, the spotless house, seating on the front porch and back patio, the beach seating area, pleanty of parking, TVs in each room, gas grill, beach towels, and other special touches really gave Kate's Place an "at home" feel. Plus, the owners were so gracious, helpful, and welcoming without being intrusive. We would definitely recommend Kate's Place to anyone looking for a rental home in Fairhope!

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

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• Southern Comfort

  Southern Comfort

  • Guest Terry
  • Date of stay 02/01/11
  • Review Submitted 03/04/11
  Kate's Place is an ideal vacation home and winter get away destination. Located in the beautiful, historic town of Fairhope, this house is well appointed with lots of space, comfortable bedrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen. The back patio has a gas grill and comfortable area for morning coffee, reading a book, or relaxing with a glass of wine. The sunsets on Mobile Bay are fantastic, so be sure to bring a camera! We had a great time exploring the hiking trails, downtown shops, and nearby towns. The owners are very hospitable and helpful with suggestions and any information you may need. We would definitely recommend Kate's Place for a comfortable home away from home

  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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