Countryside Loft. Fairhope. 17 acres. 15min-downtown F'hope. 35min-Gulf
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Countryside Loft is a private, second-story vacation rental set on 17 acres of rural land just outside Fairhope, Alabama. Guests stay in a self-contained loft separated from the main house, reached by its own private staircase, offering a quiet countryside retreat about 15 minutes from downtown Fairhope and 35 minutes from Gulf beaches. The property is surrounded by fields and woods, and deer are often visible from the bedroom window around dusk.
Interior & Design
The loft features notable craftsmanship, including split brick kitchen walls and counters, a marble bathroom counter, and a tiled shower ceiling with a rainfall showerhead. The bedroom has a queen bed set low to the ground, blackout curtains for sleep, a large closet with a full-length mirror, and a wall-mounted flat-screen TV. An oversized closet houses an 8-inch memory foam mattress that serves as a favorite spot for an extra guest or child.
Amenities
The unit is fully equipped with a full kitchen (oven, stove, microwave), air conditioning (with a new A/C unit installed in October 2022) and heating, a washer, ironing board, and free Wi-Fi. Entertainment includes a Roku TV with Netflix access and Direct TV, and outdoor living is centered on a private balcony patio with an outdoor grill, partially enclosed for privacy. Free parking is available on-site, and the home is smoke-free.
Location & Surroundings
Countryside Loft sits in a rural setting near Fairhope landmarks such as the Marietta Johnson Museum, Swift-Coles Historic Home, Weeks Bay Reserve, and Village Point Park Preserve, with motor boating and fishing opportunities nearby. Dining options within a few miles include Southern Bayou Grill, Big Daddy's Grill, BILL-E's, Cozumel Mexican Grill, and Ox Kitchen, among others. Gulf Shores International Airport is roughly 24 km away, with Mobile Regional and Pensacola International Airports also within driving distance.
Best for
This loft suits couples, small families, or wedding attendees seeking a quiet, private country escape with easy access to Fairhope's dining and Gulf Coast beaches. The full kitchen, washer, and free Wi-Fi make it well suited for longer stays, while the secluded 17-acre setting and private entrance appeal to travelers wanting privacy away from a shared building.
Travel tips
A car is essential since the property is rural, about 15 minutes from downtown Fairhope and 35 minutes from Gulf beaches, and the nearest airport (Gulf Shores International) is roughly 24 km away. Plan for dusk drives or walks carefully, as deer frequently cross the property from the surrounding fields. Note that a hay barn visible in some listing photos lost its roof to Hurricane Sally and no longer matches its pictured appearance.
What guests say
Guest feedback consistently highlights the property's cleanliness and quiet, peaceful atmosphere, with several reviewers specifically praising the rural, countryside feel of the setting. Multiple guests described their overall stay as excellent or amazing, reflecting strong satisfaction with the experience. No recurring negative themes appear in the available review excerpts.
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