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Mobile Bay Beachfront Cottage · Screened Porch Swing Bed · 2 Kings

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Pinetop Porch just as the sun drops below the horizon. Our home was designed by local architect Douglas Kearly for his parents summer home.
The screened porch is the best thing about the house. And the best thing about the porch is the porch swing! The best place for morning coffee and an evening cocktail!
The porch is situated for extraordinary views of the boat basin, the bay, and the sunset.
The beachfront is fantastic for kayaking. We've got two kayaks available for guests along with life jackets.
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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Daphne, AL
  • Place, De-Cuba
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tolstoy Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Daphne Civic Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bay Bedroom

1 King Bed

Front Bedroom

1 King Bed

Loft Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bay Bedroom Ensuite Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Front Bedroom Ensuite Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mobile Bay Beachfront Cottage · Screened Porch Swing Bed · 2 Kings

"We especially enjoyed the porch and spent the majority of our time there, listening to the resident Red-Winged Blackbird and enjoying the Bayside breeze." — Taryn, May 2026

Frog Symphony is a 1,650-square-foot raised cottage on Mobile Bay, 50 steps from the beach. The home was designed by local architect Douglas Kearley as a replacement for his family's summer house — lost to Katrina. He sited it perfectly: the 12×40' screened porch captures every sunset over the water, overlooking a boat basin whose residents — frogs, turtles, and herons — are the ones who gave the property its name.

Jenn and Dave own and live three doors down. They bought this as the house they plan to retire into, sharing it until then. They know every restaurant, trail, and local gem on the Eastern Shore. When they can, they meet guests in person.

The Comforts
→ 12×40' screened porch with swing bed, dining table for 6, vintage lounge chairs, binoculars
→ Two California king bedrooms, both ensuite
→ Loft with 2 twin XL beds and a bay-view window seat
→ Bay-view office nook — quiet enough for real work
→ Gas stove, full kitchen, well-stocked
→ 24A EV charger (J1772)
→ 598 Mbps WiFi
→ Washer/dryer, Red Land Cotton sheets, Onsen towels

Getting There
→ 4 miles to Downtown Fairhope
→ 20 minutes to Downtown Mobile
→ 40 minutes to The Hangout in Gulf Shores
→ 45 minutes to Orange Beach

We're just down the street — reach out anytime.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Please leave out the towels and dishes you’ve used and we’ll take it from there.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Remember that you're staying in our home, not a hotel. Please treat the space with respect.
Keep a close eye on little ones. The open construction of the stairs and proximity of the boat basin and it's creatures can be hazardous at any age.
If you need anything, plase reach out -we’re just down the street.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2850358
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

About the neighborhood

Daphne

Located in Daphne, this vacation home is on the beach. Fairhope Museum of History and Marietta Johnson Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Windmill Market and Fairhope Avenue. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Al Trione Sports Park or Mike Ford Tennis Center. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Daphne, AL

What's nearby

  • De-Cuba - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Tolstoy Park - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Daphne Civic Center - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Daphne Public Library - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Rock Creek Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Champy's Famous Fried Chicken - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fresh Seafood Distributors - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mobile Bay Beachfront Cottage · Screened Porch Swing Bed · 2 Kings pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mobile Bay Beachfront Cottage · Screened Porch Swing Bed · 2 Kings?

As of Jun 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mobile Bay Beachfront Cottage · Screened Porch Swing Bed · 2 Kings on Sep 1, 2026 start from $322, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mobile Bay Beachfront Cottage · Screened Porch Swing Bed · 2 Kings?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mobile Bay Beachfront Cottage · Screened Porch Swing Bed · 2 Kings?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mobile Bay Beachfront Cottage · Screened Porch Swing Bed · 2 Kings located?

Nestled on the beach, this Daphne vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Mobile Bay, Rock Creek Golf Club, and Belrose Park. De-Cuba and Old Methodist Church Museum of Daphne are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 100 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 100 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing, we would definitely love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janae S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place to stay. A little bit away from the hustle and bustle, but not too far from Fairhope, Gulf Shores and other places around the Bay. The host was attentive and accommodating. We really enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amber K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay and the hosts were so friendly and helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Simone A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property with bay view and access. Very comfortable. Kayaks, life jackets and fishing equipment available at the property. Well stocked with soaps, paper products and coffee. Very relaxing and quiet area in Daphne and convenient to stores, parks, etc….
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable beds! Breathtaking view of sunsets ! Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful property! Great space, great beds and bedding , beautiful decor, well- equipped kitchen and the most terrific screened in porch with lovely views of the bay. Will always stay here upon a return. Host was very friendly and accessible.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everthing about the house is great. From location to cleanliness to communication with the owner. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location in quiet neighborhood. Short distance to both Daphne and Fairhope to explore the shops and restaurants. Dave was great with providing all the details about the house and making suggestions on places to dine. Loved Ravenite Pizza and Manci’s burgers. Slept like a baby on the comfortable bed, but really it’s all about the porch. Didn’t want to leave that swing. Perfect for a golfing couple like us. Ticked some more courses off the RTJ Trail and enjoyed the Alabama hospitality. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect spot for our weekend in Daphne/Fairhope. The home was very clean, and our hosts were extremely nice and helpful. Coffee and creamer waiting for us in the house were very thoughtful touches, along with several sets of binoculars to help enjoy the beautiful sites from the back porch. The kitchen was well stocked and the a/c worked great. Great spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tessa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dave was a wonderful host and we had a great time. The property is just as described, lovely and clean. We hope to be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Daphne. The house is charming, was very clean, and is in a great location on Mobile Bay with easy access to Fairhope and Mobile. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location, property, and hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tanga C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The experience at the Frog Symphony left us wanting or needing anything. Whatever was needed had already been provided. The arrangement of the bedrooms and baths was perfect for two couples. The screened in porch was our favorite hang-out spot. Perfect for napping, reading and games. The view and the nightly serenade was the icing on the cake. Our host was most helpful in his intro to the house and great restaurants in the area. He was a super host and we will be back to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the entire time we were there! No complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erica F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay in an adorable bay front home. The place was immaculate and the decor was very unique and inviting. Host was welcoming and informative. The walk to the beach was super close and felt very private. Sunsets were absolutely incredible. We would love to stay here again and tell our friends about it. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great stay. Comfortable home with a beautiful bay view. Dave was very friendly and informative of things to do in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fred W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, clean and comfortable. Check in was a breeze, our host communicated with us extremely well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

katrina b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful and peaceful stay! Sunsets amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachele W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a really great place to stay! The location was great, the place was wonderful and had everything we needed. The host was very easy to work with and was very helpful and kind. Thanks Dave!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host did a great job having all of the essentials ready like coffee and even came over to show the quirks and features of the lighting systems and locks from the smart home. Great bay walking experience turning left from the public beach associated with the neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisl L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Frog Symphony exceeded our expectations in every way! The private location provides the most amazing sunset view of the bay while still being an 8-10 minute drive to Downtown Fairhope. The cottage vibe is luxurious, relaxing, and cozy, replete with everything you might need—from a truly fully stocked kitchen to the comfortable swinging seat on the patio. The owners will welcome you when you get there and are quick to offer advice on how to use their lovely coffee machine or provide directions to the beach behind the home. The drawers in the kitchen were chock-full of helpful items like aluminum and plastic wrap, as well as a selection of regular and perfume-free dryer sheets for the laundry, which we found incredibly thoughtful. They even had a carton of cream waiting for us in the fridge for our first cup of coffee the next morning. Being serenaded by the frogs at night while reading a book on the patio was the perfect way to spend a quiet evening. A beautiful find—we hope to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

TONYA D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable home with everything you need. Clean, great location and decorated very well. The host was great. We will definitely check availability when planning our next trip to Daphne.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean, nicely equipped, and in a quiet neighborhood. Mr. Dave was a great host! The proximity to nice activities and restaurants was great. We enjoyed our stay very much! Ron S
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great hideaway. Spent a marvelous weekend there in January, but the cold weather did not keep us from enjoying the marvelous view. Fabulous location! Secluded enough to close to shopping and restaurants.The house was immaculate and every details was attended to. Definitely a five-star rental.Hoping to be able to return soon. The owners were fabulous and had thought of everything!! Nothing but praise here and I can be picky!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

J L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, simple, and exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 26, 2025
Thank you for your review! We're so happy to hear that our home was the quiet, simple, and exactly what you were looking for. We look forward to hosting you again soon!

About the host

Hosted by Dave Kirby

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We're Jenn and Dave, and Frog Symphony is the house we're retiring into — we bought it specifically for this neighborhood, three doors down from where we live now. We love it here so much we bought a second house on the same street.

We've lived on Mobile Bay for years and know every good restaurant, walking trail, and local hidden gem worth knowing. When we can, we meet guests in person and give a tour. We're always just a short walk away if you need anything.

Why they chose this property

The porch. Guests call it their favorite room in review after review — the screened 12×40' that overlooks Mobile Bay and a boat basin full of wildlife. The binoculars are already there.

The quality of everything: Red Land cotton sheets, handspun towels, a Moccamaster coffee maker, furniture that's been thought about. "The most well-furnished Airbnb I've ever visited" is the kind of review this house earns.

The location: a registered historic district, walk the beach in both directions, 4 miles from Downtown Fairhope's restaurants and galleries.

The hosts: Jennifer and Dave live three doors down, are mentioned personally in most reviews, and know every corner of the Eastern Shore.

What makes this property unique

→ 1,650 sq ft raised cottage — built post-Katrina by local architect Douglas Kearley
→ Directly on Mobile Bay, 50 steps to the beach
→ 12×40' screened porch with swing bed and bay/boat basin views
→ Both bedrooms ensuite with California king beds
→ 24-amp EV charger (J1772; Tesla SAE adapter included)
→ 598 Mbps internet
→ Walk the the sandy beach to Red Gully
→ Hosts live 3 doors down; in-person greeting when available
→ Guest Favorite · 4.99 stars · 192 reviews

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