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Mobile Bay Waterfront - Fairhope- Sunset Sanctuary

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A two-story house with a wooden deck and a covered porch.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a ceiling fan.
A living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a small round table. There is a dining area with a table and chairs. The room has a view through large windows.
A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a sandy yard with palm fronds.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a mirror, and several wall-mounted paintings.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Dryer
  • Bathtub
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Fairhope, AL
  • Place, Punta Clara Candy Kitchen
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Weeks Bay Reserve
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Fairhope Avenue
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

About this property

Mobile Bay Waterfront - Fairhope- Sunset Sanctuary

Charming waterfront cottage on Mobile Bay with breathtaking sunset views from the porch, sunroom, kitchen, and dining room. Brand new in 2026: paint, mattresses, and renovated bathroom. Private fishing and crabbing landing, gas grill, and peaceful bayfront setting. Sleeps 8. Just 15 minutes from charming downtown Fairhope. Come for the views. Stay for the feeling.

The space
This cottage belongs to our family. We take care of it like it's our own because it is. We hope you love it as much as we do!

About the space:
Home is elevated on pilings. One flight of stairs required. No elevator or lift.
The third bedroom features a twin over full bunk bed with a trundle.
Sleeps up to 8 guests comfortably.

About access:
Self check-in with lockbox.
Parking for up to 4 cars in the driveway and a boat trailer.

About the neighborhood:
Sunset Sanctuary sits in a quiet residential neighborhood with wonderful full-time neighbors. Quiet hours are 9pm to 8am.
A neighboring property is undergoing occasional renovation work. Some construction noise may occur during your stay.

Exterior Ring cameras and motion activated lights are in place on the property for guest and neighborhood safety.

About the property boundaries:
Guests must remain within the property boundaries at all times. Neighboring docks, piers, yards, and shoreline areas are strictly off-limits. Violation results in immediate termination of stay without refund.

About checkout:
Checkout is simple. Leave beds unmade. Run the dishwasher. Dispose of trash before leaving.

We are excited you are coming for a stay! You will love Fairhope!

Other things to note
About the water and the landing:
The property sits directly on Mobile Bay. Water depth and conditions vary seasonally. Guests swim, fish, and crab at their own risk.
No jumping or diving from the landing.

About the cottage:
This is a cottage with coastal charm. Guests should expect character!

About guests and visitors:
Only registered guests are permitted to stay overnight.
Day visitors are welcome but are the full responsibility of the registered guest and subject to all property rules.

About the surrounding environment:
Mobile Bay is a natural waterway. You may encounter wildlife including birds, fish, crabs, and the occasional dolphin. Enjoy them from a respectful distance.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Property # 5283981vb
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

Fairhope

Fairhope is home to this holiday home. Shoppers can check out Tanger Outlet Center, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Mobile Bay and Fort Morgan Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mike Ford Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex.
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Fairhope, AL

What's nearby

  • Punta Clara Candy Kitchen - 13 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Weeks Bay Reserve - 13 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Lakewood Golf Club - 16 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Fairhope Avenue - 18 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Fairhope Municipal Pier - 20 min drive - 25.2 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Saraceno's Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Jesses Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Cammie's Old Dutch Ice Cream - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lucky Horseshoe Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Biscuit King's Cafe - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mobile Bay Waterfront - Fairhope- Sunset Sanctuary pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mobile Bay Waterfront - Fairhope- Sunset Sanctuary?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mobile Bay Waterfront - Fairhope- Sunset Sanctuary?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mobile Bay Waterfront - Fairhope- Sunset Sanctuary located?

Situated in Fairhope, this holiday home is steps from Bon Secour Bay and within 9 mi (15 km) of Punta Clara Candy Kitchen and Lakewood Golf Club. Weeks Bay Reserve and Magnolia Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Pearl L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! Super cute place! Great location and easy to get to downtown Fairhope. We would book there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2026
Pearl, thank you for the lovely review — I’m glad you enjoyed our house and the convenient location to downtown Fairhope. We’d be happy to host you again whenever you’re back in the area.

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