Fairhope Municipal Pier - 16 min drive - 10.9 miles
Getting around
Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
Sweetwater Cafe - 12 min drive
Saraceno's Restaurant - 11 min drive
Bayside Grill - Grand Hotel - 10 min drive
Wash House Restaurant - 7 min drive
Biscuit King's Fun Barn - 10 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Fairhope Waterfront Cottage/Private Boat dock/ fire pit
Welcome to Reel Living...managed and owned by Water and Wood Properties of Fairhope. Enjoy the finest way to stay on Mobile Bay! Sit on the back porch in the swinging day bed while watching the pelicans dive or sit on the fabulous boat dock with your rod and reel while fishing for dinner.
* 3 bedrooms * 2 full bathrooms * Sleeps 8 * Grill area *Full equipped private pier * Crab pot *outside shower * corn hole game * Swinging day bed *Sleeper sofa *crab traps provided *15,000 lb boat lift
County road 1 Fairhope
Door code
Bedrooms: Primary - King Size Bed- 2 people Queen Size bedroom: 2 people Queen Size bedroom : 2 people Sleeper Sofa Den Area : 2 people
Reel Living is perfect for family and friends looking for a bay-cation for a long weekend or a week + long getaway! There's plenty of room for spacious living outside AND inside with a family room area and a beautiful spacious bay porch to enjoy balmy breezes on the swinging day bed.
The kitchen has white soapstone counters with a large working space. Lots of room for more than one chef in this kitchen! The bar area has seating for four while the dining table also has seating for six. We include a Keurig Combo coffee station with Kcups, coffee grounds, creamers and sugars. The kitchen also has chefs knives, lots of high quality cookware, blender, toaster, microwave, air fryer and plenty of baking and cooking supplies for the families that enjoy cooking together.
All bedrooms include hotel quality beds, mattresses and luxury linens. The Primary bedroom with a King size bed, luxury linens and private bath with shower. The other 2 bedrooms have Queen size beds with a shared bathroom with shower. All bathrooms have luxury towels and hotel soaps and shampoo/conditioner. The extra bed is a queen sleeper/sofa in the den area with linens provided.
Bedrooms: Primary - King Size Bed- 2 people Queen Size bedroom: 2 people Queen Size bedroom : 2 people Sleeper Sofa Den Area : 2 people
Technical Amenities: This cottage has a designated work station in the first bedroom, hi speed WiFi, Alexa bluetooth speaker, Smart Tv's with streaming AND local channels in the den area. Primary bedroom TV with Fire Stick provided.
Outside Amenities: As you walk down the back steps of the cottage, you will find a fully equipped Green Egg Grill with lump charcoal provided. You'll also find a wood burning fire pit (firewood provided) with 6 Adirondack chairs. The back yard is fully enclosed if you have any little ones that want to enjoy some backyard play time! Corn hole game supplied! Outside shower!
If you enjoy fishing and crabbing, you are welcome to bring your fishing tackle and try your casting skills at some of the best fishing in Mobile Bay! The expansive fishing dock is a major attraction at Reel Living! It has seating for your whole group, a bar area with sink and refrigerator. It also has a great fish cleaning station if you're in charge of catching dinner! If you'd like to try your luck at night fishing, there's fishing lights on the pier. Large crab pot with burner and propane tank included!
If you would like to bring a boat or jet ski, a public lunch is about a quarter mile north of the home at Mullet Point. 15,000lb boat lift available..just let us know!
There's also a swim ladder provided. *Water is SHALLOW...NO DIVING! REMINDER: NO PETS ALLOWED ON PREMISES. NO LARGE GROUPS OVER 12 PEOPLE OR EVENTS. THERE MUST BE SOMEONE OVER THE AGE OF 26 STAYING AT THE PROPERTY
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a fenced private yard.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 1,408 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Important information
You need to know
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 26
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What do couples enjoy most about Fairhope Waterfront Cottage/Private Boat dock/ fire pit?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.
Does Fairhope Waterfront Cottage/Private Boat dock/ fire pit have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
What is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport), which is about 18.6 mi away. Another top airport is Mobile Regional Airport (MOB), which is around 27.4 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at Fairhope Waterfront Cottage/Private Boat dock/ fire pit?
Yes, every accommodation at Fairhope Waterfront Cottage/Private Boat dock/ fire pit comes with a deck with some featuring ocean views.
Fairhope Waterfront Cottage/Private Boat dock/ fire pit Reviews
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Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Lindsi J.
Mar 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Great place to vacation and chill for a long weekend.
Lindsi J.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Missy C.
Jan 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Perfect home for our after Christmas family getaway! Beautiful views!
Missy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Helen W.
Sep 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family getaway!
Tina has thought of everything and met every need…..Comfortable, relaxing, clean, well appointed, and enjoyable!
Property is definitely a 10 out of 10. Very well kept, great location, exceptional view and fishing pier.
John
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie S.
Jul 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Reel Living
Wonderful place to stay!
Julie S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan D.
Jul 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
July Getaway
What a wonderful place to spend with family. Great time fishing and a convenient location to Fairhope and the coast.
Susan D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Catherine L.
Jul 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Heavenly home on beautiful Mobile Bay
Our trip was perfect in every way! Tina was outstanding to work with and so responsive to any questions. REEL LIVING is a gorgeous home on Mobile Bay and was just what we needed for a relaxing and fun vacation. Highly recommend this property for your dream vacation!
Catherine L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jacque F.
Jun 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mobile Bay Vacation
Had a wonderful week with family on Mobile Bay. The house was like a gold star hotel. Everything was clean and spacious. Soap, shampoo and conditioner in showers as well as hand soap was nice.
Jacque F.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Toni Kathryn W.
May 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Reel Living was great
The house was wonderful. Very clean and well appointed. The Bayfront location was great. Relaxing on the pier and the back porch was wonderful. We had a really good time. Loved all the Fairhope restaurants and shopping.
Toni Kathryn W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tucker T.
May 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Property
Tina and this property were absoultely top tier. It was a fantastic stay and the pier is unbeatable!
Tucker T.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie O.
May 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our time
We loved our time here! We had one issue with the crab trap not being there but as soon as I asked them about it, it was delivered to the house. Looking forward to staying here again in the future!