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Whimsical 1-bedroom apartment

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Private kitchen
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Dining
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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Birmingham, AL
  • Place, University of Alabama at Birmingham
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Children's of Alabama
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, UAB Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Peaceful Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Artistic Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

About this property

Whimsical 1-bedroom apartment

Unwind at our "shabby chic" getaway in the city. Tucked into the first floor of our quaint, artist-friendly house, this one bedroom apartment is just minutes from downtown, UAB and the Vulcan trail. Enjoy the comfort and privacy of a bedroom with queen size bed, bathroom with tub-shower, kitchenette, dining areas and reading nook in Birmingham’s beautiful Southside neighborhood.

The space
Our funky and historic home was built in 1925 and has been lovingly updated and customized by a number of artists over the years. It currently contains three private units. This one-bedroom apartment is located on the first floor with entry via a private door off of a shared front room. The unit contains a bedroom, spacious closet, kitchenette, bathroom, dining and reading area. This is truly a one-of-a-kind, handmade space with incredible proximity to the best Birmingham has to offer.

Air conditioning is available via window unit. Heating is available via central heating with the option of additional portable electric radiators.

The kitchenette is stocked with cooking basics including a sink, mini fridge (no freezer), induction cooktop, microwave, and toaster oven.

The lovely seating area on the front porch is available for your enjoyment. Access to the Vulcan Trail, a mostly flat 4.0 mile/6.4 km out and back is just .3 miles/.5 km from the house.

Guest access
Instructions for entry will be sent the day before your arrival. Keys will be placed in a lockbox or handed to you on arrival. You will have keys to the front door of the house and the door of the apartment for the duration of the stay.

Street parking is free and abundant in front of the house.
Wifi password shared on arrival. No tobacco smoke inside the house. No parties or events. Please be mindful of other guests in the house and observe quiet hours between 10pm and 8am. You may hear footsteps overhead from occupants in units upstairs.

We live in another unit in the house and are available for assistance, but we offer privacy unless otherwise needed. You may see us or guests from other units in the house's common areas.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 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

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Birmingham

Glen Iris, a neighbourhood in Birmingham, is home to this apartment. Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center and Alabama Museum of Health Sciences are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and Booker T Washington Insurance Building. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex or Barber Motorsports Park.
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What's nearby

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Children's of Alabama - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • UAB Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • UAB Health System - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Kirklin Clinic - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 9 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪UAB Highlands - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Al's Deli & Grill - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dreamland BBQ - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Whimsical 1-bedroom apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whimsical 1-bedroom apartment?

As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whimsical 1-bedroom apartment on 2 Dec 2025 start from £49, 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.

What time is check-in at Whimsical 1-bedroom apartment?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whimsical 1-bedroom apartment?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whimsical 1-bedroom apartment located?

Located in Glen Iris, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of University of Alabama at Birmingham and Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center. Bartow Arena and Children's of Alabama are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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