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Write on the Bay, a Waterfront Retreat in Coastal Alabama

Fairhope vacation home with kitchen

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A view from inside a building looking out to a wooden pier leading to overwater bungalows.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A white wooden house with a porch and a dock extending into a body of water.
A spacious living room with a wooden dining table, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a pier and water.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102142 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Baldwin County, AL
  • Place, Weeks Bay Reserve
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Lakewood Golf Club
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Fairhope Avenue
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)
    ‪64 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Fairhope

On waterfront.Stay at this Fairhope vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Bon Secour Bay and 9 miles (15 km) of Punta Clara Candy Kitchen. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Lakewood Golf Club and Weeks Bay Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Punta Clara Candy Kitchen - 13 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Weeks Bay Reserve - 14 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Lakewood Golf Club - 16 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Fairhope Avenue - 19 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Fairhope Municipal Pier - 21 min drive - 15.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Saraceno's Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cammie's Old Dutch Ice Cream - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shop Baldwin First, LLC - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Reveille Express Coffee - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Char 32 - ‬13 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.

Write on the Bay, a Waterfront Retreat in Coastal Alabama

Welcome to Write on the Bay: A Waterfront Retreat in Fairhope, Alabama!This 3 bedroom 3 bathroom Bayfront home sleeps 10 comfortably with a fully equipped kitchen, work stations and breathtaking views of the Mobile Bay. The home is newly renovated and includes a boathouse and fishing dock as well access to a beach entry for kayaks. It's is a perfect spot to watch dolphins splash, herons hunt, and Point Clear's famous sunsets. The home is located 20 minutes from downtown Fairhope, 30 minutes from Gulf Shores and 15 minutes from The Grand Hotel yet feels like a world away as a peaceful retreat. New appliances, renovated bathrooms and a large screened porch makes this a perfect spot for the writer looking for inspiration, the fisherman seeking a fresh catch, or the family who enjoys family dinners and nature's bounty. Wifi internet and puzzles/games also available for rainy days.
The two main floor bedrooms have king size beds with soft linens, incredible views and adjoining bathrooms. The upstairs bedroom has two king size beds with twin bunks and a full size bath with separatetub. There are also desk stations for guests who want to work with a view.
The home is equipped with cable television,streaming television via Apple TV and Roku and high speed wifi via an Eero mesh system. The kitchen offers extra touches like a water purification system at the sink,toaster, microwave, oven/air fryer combo,Keurig coffee maker, and large pots for a low country boil!

A fully equipped charcoal grill is available to enjoy incredible views while you grill to your hearts delight. The back patio is screened and offers a table for dining with a view. If you would like to bring a small boat or jet ski, a public launch is about a mile north of the home at Mullet Point. There is also a beach entry into the bay at a neighboring lot if you bring your own kayak or paddle board.
The boat house is equipped with chairs, table, andsink. Boat lifts are in need of repair and are not yet operable. Fishing and crabbing are encouraged! You can apply for a fishing license online here.
**Please note the water is shallow...NO DIVING!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,142 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

481993

Frequently asked questions

How close is Write on the Bay, a Waterfront Retreat in Coastal Alabama to the airport?

This vacation home is 25.9 mi (57-min drive) away from the Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Write on the Bay, a Waterfront Retreat in Coastal Alabama have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Write on the Bay, a Waterfront Retreat in Coastal Alabama to the beach?

This vacation home is 10.4 mi (31-min drive) from Magnolia Beach.

Does Write on the Bay, a Waterfront Retreat in Coastal Alabama offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Write on the Bay, a Waterfront Retreat in Coastal Alabama?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Write on the Bay, a Waterfront Retreat in Coastal Alabama?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Write on the Bay, a Waterfront Retreat in Coastal Alabama?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Write on the Bay, a Waterfront Retreat in Coastal Alabama have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Write on the Bay, a Waterfront Retreat in Coastal Alabama have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Write on the Bay, a Waterfront Retreat in Coastal Alabama to downtown Fairhope?

This vacation home is 9.3 mi away from Fairhope.

Write on the Bay, a Waterfront Retreat in Coastal Alabama Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay - highly recommend

Great time with older parents. Home is terrific with great back porch overlooking the bay. Close to Fairhope and the Gulf. Would highly recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family home

Beautiful, clean, had everything you could possibly need! Awesome views, great outdoor space and spacious living area where all 6 adults had comfortable seating. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carenda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect fishing cottage getaway!

Lovely cottage right on the water with an wonderful screened in porch. The pier was an amazing spot to watch dolphins and an assortment of birds, and catch a variety of fish. Great location and a well stocked home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sisters' Reunion

We absolutely loved our visit. The house is awesome! The host was responsive and we loved the porch. Coffee on the porch was the best part of the visit. Fairhope has great restaurants. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a family of 6.

Loved being that close to the water. Enjoyed the large screened in porch with gas fire pit!! Saw dolphins around the pier. Caught and cooked blue crabs!! Very Clean and plenty of kitchen/baths towels. Beds (all king sized) very comfortable. Easy drive into town of Fairhope. Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

katie c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Writeonthebay

Lovely home with great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deanne P.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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