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A charming waterfront getaway on Mobile Bay featuring a private pier, cozy outdoor spaces, and beautiful bay views.

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About the neighborhood

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cozumel Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Saraceno's Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wash House Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cammie's Old Dutch Ice Cream - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lucky Horseshoe Saloon - ‬5 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.

A charming waterfront getaway on Mobile Bay featuring a private pier, cozy outdoor spaces, and beautiful bay views.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront

Safety features

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

Rules

REMINDER: NO PETS ALLOWED ON PREMISES. NO LARGE GROUPS OR EVENTS. NO SMOKING/VAPING/ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES
Must be over the age of 26 to book property.

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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is A charming waterfront getaway on Mobile Bay featuring a private pier, cozy outdoor spaces, and beautiful bay views. to the airport?

This vacation home is 31.1 mi (44-min drive) away from the Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A charming waterfront getaway on Mobile Bay featuring a private pier, cozy outdoor spaces, and beautiful bay views. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is A charming waterfront getaway on Mobile Bay featuring a private pier, cozy outdoor spaces, and beautiful bay views. to the beach?

This vacation home is 8.1 mi (14-min drive) from Magnolia Beach.

Does A charming waterfront getaway on Mobile Bay featuring a private pier, cozy outdoor spaces, and beautiful bay views. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A charming waterfront getaway on Mobile Bay featuring a private pier, cozy outdoor spaces, and beautiful bay views.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at A charming waterfront getaway on Mobile Bay featuring a private pier, cozy outdoor spaces, and beautiful bay views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A charming waterfront getaway on Mobile Bay featuring a private pier, cozy outdoor spaces, and beautiful bay views.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does A charming waterfront getaway on Mobile Bay featuring a private pier, cozy outdoor spaces, and beautiful bay views. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does A charming waterfront getaway on Mobile Bay featuring a private pier, cozy outdoor spaces, and beautiful bay views. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

A charming waterfront getaway on Mobile Bay featuring a private pier, cozy outdoor spaces, and beautiful bay views. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsi J.

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

Great place to stay

Great place to vacation and chill for a long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Reel Living

Wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

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

Perfect family getaway!

Tina has thought of everything and met every need…..Comfortable, relaxing, clean, well appointed, and enjoyable!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Missy C.

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

Family getaway

Perfect home for our after Christmas family getaway! Beautiful views!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

July Getaway

What a wonderful place to spend with family. Great time fishing and a convenient location to Fairhope and the coast.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

kate m.

Outstanding

great all the way around
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

JohnB

Lovely house in a great location. Fantastic trip

We were a group of three and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the house. It was well appointed and the management company was very responsive and had solid communication pre-arrival and during our stay. Would not hesitate to return if I'm in Fairhope again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

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

Outstanding!

Beautiful location and comfortable accommodations! Highly recommend! We will definitely look for this property for future stays!! Owner was great to communicate and work with!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lizzy L.

Great stay!

We had. Wonder stay here. All of the thoughtful touches and s beautiful home to enjoy!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tucker T.

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

The Perfect Property

Tina and this property were absoultely top tier. It was a fantastic stay and the pier is unbeatable!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

PattyC

Reel Living was perfect!

Reel Living was a perfect place for my son’s family! It was beautiful !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property is definitely a 10 out of 10. Very well kept, great location, exceptional view and fishing pier.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine L.

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

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!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Perfect

The Reel Living cottage proved perfect for me and my family. I cannot recommend it highly enough.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni Kathryn W.

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

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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacque F.

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

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.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

caroline h., Mobile, Alabama

Great house. Great host

We spent 6 weeks at this house. Host was very attentive to our booking issues and our needs during our stay. Concierge was most attentive as well. The location and condition of house and pier is superb.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

MarianneH

Perfect house on Mobile Bay

Reel Living was the perfect spot and house for our weekend in Fairhope. Booking and communication with Stephanie was very easy. The house was well stocked with basic laundry and kitchen supplies. Beautiful sunsets from the porch. Highly recommend this house.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie O.

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

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a great stay at this Mobile Bay house! The views of the bay are absolutely beautiful, and we spent so much time just relaxing on the deck and watching the sunsets. The boat lift was a huge bonus and made it super easy to get out on the water whenever we wanted.The house itself was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed. Plenty of space to spread out, a well-stocked kitchen, and all the little touches that made it feel like home. We loved how easy it was to enjoy both quiet mornings with coffee by the water and fun afternoons out boating.Overall, this place was the perfect mix of comfort, convenience, and amazing views. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Reel Living

This is our second visit to Fairhope and again we chose to stay with Water & Wood. The property was perfect. The location, set up and atmosphere was amazing! Our hostess checked in frequently to make sure that everything was in order. It was the perfect place for our family weekend getaway. We will definitely be back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time at the vacation house! It was the perfect size for our family get away. Even though the weather was not in our favor the entire time we still enjoyed the amazing bed swing, fishing off the covered dock, crab trapping, and the kids running around in the rain. The fenced in yard was great to have for our toddlers to run around and still feel safe. It was the perfect location to be on the water and close to town to enjoy nearby activities, stroll through Fairhope and go out to eat at the local restaurants. We even talked about the possibility of renting this location again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jill A.

Peaceful Bayside Comfort

Five of us enjoyed this peaceful and charming home that is directly on the bay. We loved coffee at the end of the pier, reading a book on the porch daybed swing, and the twinkling patio lights that extend to the end of the pier. The beds were luxurious with ceiling fans to keep you cool. Be home is away from the hustle and bustle, but a quick 15 minute drive to the amazing town of Fairhope. Host was lovely and very quick to respond. Would stay again!