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FAIRHOPE VACATION RENTALS, ALABAMA |
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Why Vacation in Fairhope |
| Discover the distinctive old-world charm at Fairhope, Alabama, which boasts of majestic views of Mobile Bay. It is a beautiful, energetic and livable southern city that commenced more than one hundred years ago by an adventurous group of people. Most of the tourists instantly feel at home in this city of 12,000 residents. You'll find shops, coffee bars, gift shops, boutiques and art galleries in the scenic downtown. You will love this delightful and unforgettable town Fairhope, not considering where from you belong and where you have been. |
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Fairhope Vacation Rental Information |
| Fairhope, Alabama is a nice destination for enjoying a beautiful vacation by staying at one of Fairhope vacation rental properties. A variety of vacation rental homes in Fairhope provide different living capacity ranging from 2 to 4 bedrooms which can accommodate 4 to 12 people. The Fairhope vacation rental homes, vacation rental cottages, vacation rental villas, vacation rental condominiums or |
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| condos are affordable vacation lodging options and ideal for family vacations, group travel and family reunions. Most of the Fairhope vacation rental homes are fully furnished with antique furniture throughout, leather sofa and easy chairs, outdoor pool, air conditioners, fireplace, high speed internet access, phone with speaker, TV, VCR, CD player, space to store fishing equipment, gas grill (BBQ). |
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Special Information for Booking Vacation Rentals in Fairhope |
| Reservations are confirmed only after an amount equal to 50% of the total charges is deposited in advance for the Fairhope vacation rental you are planning to stay at. The balance is payable upon arrival. In case of any cancellation or changes required in the reservation, it must be made at least two weeks prior to the scheduled check-in date. In most of the vacation rentals, smoking and bringing of pets is not permitted. However, some vacation rentals are pet friendly and allow dogs to accompany subject to owner’s supervision, for which prior permission is to be taken at the time of booking. |
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Must See in Fairhope |
| Fairhope is a charming storybook town that is sure to evoke the romantic in you with its lovely parks, panoramic views and its charming downtown. The pier and bay front centerpiece of the charming Fairhope features duck ponds, a fountain and an award-winning rose garden. Fairhope Avenue, which is also the main shopping area along with the museums and art galleries, movie theaters, golf |
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| courses, botanical gardens and zoos, bowling alleys and amusement parksare just a few attractions of Fairhope. |
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Sights and Attractions in Fairhope |
| Tourists and locals are welcome to Fairhope to enjoy the sweeping panoramic views of Mobile Bay and visit its shady harbor parks and look through the century-old downtown to stroll, shop and dine. Opt for a charming Fairhope vacation rental home and come and spend a relaxing vacation in this pretty town.
• Fairhope Municipal Pier
• Marietta Johnson Museum
• The Fairhope Historical Museum |
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Outdoor Recreation in Fairhope |
| Fairhope's mild climate make it perfect for staying at one of the Fairhope vacation rental homes and enjoying a host of outdoor recreations such as hiking, biking, tennis, racquetball, horseback riding and water sports like sailing, fishing, swimming, boating and waterskiing. Local harbors have every possible size and model of sailboat that you can think of and you may rent the same from one of the charter services.
• Biking
• Walking
• Fishing | |
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Golfing in Fairhope |
| Fairhope city is a golfers paradise as Fairhope and its neighborhood boast a number of excellent golfing facilities. The mild climate makes golfing enjoyable all year round. Golf enthusiasts planning to stay at one of the Fairhope vacation rentals can play a round of their favorite game at any of the golf courses surrounding the area.
• Rock Creek Golf Club
• Quail Creek Golf Course |
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Fairhope Fairs and Festivals |
Book a Fairhope vacation rental home and get into the festivity groove as you too join the locals in ushering the various special events and festivals.
• Arts & Crafts Festival of Fairhope
• Fairhope Music Festival |
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Dining and Nightlife in Fairhope |
Fairhope welcomes the visitors from around the world and also locals who come to enjoy its lively downtown that is full of exclusive shops and galleries, cozy cafes, epicure restaurants etc. After long hours of shopping, Mr. Gene's Beans is the perfect spot for delicious epicure coffees, Blue Bell ice cream, Colombo yogurt, candies and more. Fairhope provides superb dining and nightlife opportunities having elegant restaurants and lively bars. It draws a variety of people that includes local families as well as tourists coming from around the world to enjoy its natural beauty. Its vibrant and flower-filled downtown is filled with exclusive shops and galleries, cozy cafes, epicure restaurants and more. Fresh sea food brought from the surrounding Gulf waters is liked by most of the locals. Shrimp, Oysters, and crab are mostly ordered in small restaurants and are complemented by delicious fresh vegetables.
Fly Creek Cafe offers menu that includes hamburgers, sandwiches, fried seafood etc. whereas the Honey baked Ham Company & Cafe specializes in twisted / sliced turkey and ham, fresh-made deli sandwiches, party platters, soups and salads. Both the tourists and locals can either dine-in or carry home. Panini Pete's Cafe & Bakeshoppe is located in downtown and serves French quarter coffee, hot dogs, hamburgers, European sandwiches, crepes, salads, and home made sweets. You can enjoy your dining lunch in its wonderful courtyard or patio.
Apart from above, Sandra's Place offers lunch in wonderful Patio seven days a week with a menu comprising of best chicken salad, soups, salad sandwiches, desserts, drinks, beer and wine. The Pub is another informal eating place on the Eastern Shore having a vast menu that provides the largest beer selection and daily lunch and dinner specials. After all these delicious meals you can always retreat to the comfortable confines of your Fairhope vacation rental home. |
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Shopping in Fairhope |
You'll find boutiques, art galleries, gift shops and cafes in the flower-filled downtown where something is available for everyone. The sparkling downtown in Fairhope looks awfully charming with its exclusive shops and galleries. Here you can find various shops selling almost everything you need including art supplies, hardware, family clothing and toys for children, pet supplies, books, epicure foods, and everyday groceries. You can also find the perfect shop for any type of special gift or a treasured antique you are searching in downtown.
Fresh seafood is the favorite local food of Fairhope, brought from the surrounding Gulf waters. Oysters, crab and shrimp are the most frequently ordered delicacies in the small cafes and restaurants, frequently complemented by delicious fresh vegetables.
Betty Haynie Antiques & Fine Art offers English, French and High quality American furniture, paintings, silver, Oriental rugs, porcelain and unique decorative accessories. The Christine Linson Gallery exhibits and offers Christine Linson's paintings for sale that includes visitor’s most popular items such as landscapes, custom house portraits, large floral watercolors, local scenes etc. Other artists' works are also available at 386, Fairhope Avenue in the heart of Fairhope's shopping district.
Moreover, French, English and Italian antiques can be explored at Crown and Colony Antiques who offer a large selection of decorative accessories, furniture, pillows, tapestries, and porcelains. After so much of shopping escape to the cozy comforts of your Fairhope vacation rental home where you can at leisure browse through your precious buys. |
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Best Times to Visit Fairhope |
| Fairhope is located on the eastern shore of Mobile Bay. Here, the climate is very mild in fall, winter, and spring and the summer is usually humid and hot. Alabama has moderate weather year-round, so anytime can be a good time to visit. However, the tourists mostly prefer to visit during summer due to the state's Gulf Coast beaches. Winter is typically the least popular time. Although spring, being less busy than summer, brings students to the beaches on school break. Residents and visitors staying at Fairhope vacation rental home call this town a paradise. |
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Time Zone for Fairhope |
| Central Time Zone. |
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Getting To and Around Fairhope |
Mobile Regional Airport is situated minutes from downtown Mobile, 22.39 miles from Fairhope and an easy drive from southwest Alabama. Most Popular towns include Dauphin Island, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Daphne, Spanish Fort and Silver hill. |
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