10/10 Excellent
James S.
27 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
James S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Cabin
Bass-kin on the RIver-Tiny House in F'hope-Waterfront-Kayaks-38min to Gulf
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 220.4 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Fairhope, AL
- Place, Lake Victoria8 min drive
- Place, Weeks Bay Reserve12 min drive
- Place, Fairhope Avenue17 min drive
- Airport, Mobile, AL (MOB-Mobile Regional)61 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Loft bedroom
1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Downstairs bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Bass-kin on the RIver-Tiny House in F'hope-Waterfront-Kayaks-38min to Gulf
Rated as "One of Alabamas Coolest Tiny Homes" by ALcom. Also, featured in Mobile Bay Monthly Magazine.
River cabin with a treehouse feel. Located directly on Fish River. Kayaking, campfires, fishing Gulfshores-38min, Downtown Fairhope-18min.
Kayaks and fishing poles provided. Samsung smart TV. Fast internet-300mbps. Summers can be hot outside...two A/Cs & a dehumidifier!
2 person capacity(no children)
Update-new sleeper cocuh on order. The temporary couch is a non-sleeper couch. That being said, the loft area has a comfy full size bed
Manatee sighting Nov. 2022. Dolphins sighting June 2024, Feb 2024. and May 2023
Bass-kin is a house located directly on the Fairhope side of Fish river. The cabin has a very inviting interior with wood panels, floor, and blinds. Bass-kin has great natural lighting with 11 windows(with natural wood blinds). You are so high up that you feel like you are in a treehouse. The ladder leading to the upstairs loft style bedroom has a full size bed with a great expansive view of the river. If you prefer not to use the ladder, the couch down on the main floor is a pullout queen size bed.
Enjoy everything about the property: kayaks, fishing poles, grilling picnic area with a Webber charcoal grill, fire pit,etc. The river is great place to spend your time! The Inside of the tiny house living area is a great place to watch a movie or football game. It has a comfortable leather couch and a 42 inch Smart TV which includes Youtube TV, which is the newest(best) streaming service that provides 70 of the best cable channels, and is easy to navigate. When watching movies, the smart tv allows you to log in to your Netflix or Amazon Prime account. We have Wifi internet with lots of power(300 mpbs!!). Big Daddy's grill is just a few blocks down the road. Big Daddy's is one of the areas most popular casual dinning restaurants located on the river.
The occasional rain shower can be a little bit of a bummer at most places, but not at the cabin. Its great to hear the rain on the tin roof.
Southern Summers can be hot. The cabin has two air conditioners and a dehumidifier... When combined it makes a comfortable temperature inside of the cabin.
A large portion of short term rental properties have the owners who live on or adjacent to the property. We do not live on or adjacent to the cabin.
Recent guest spotted a Bald Eagle at the property during their stay!
Listing picture disclosure: some shoreline erosion has occurred from Hurricane Sally.
Because of hazards like a child falling throught the hatch of the sleeping area and the rocky bulkhead, we ask guests not to bring children.
River cabin with a treehouse feel. Located directly on Fish River. Kayaking, campfires, fishing Gulfshores-38min, Downtown Fairhope-18min.
Kayaks and fishing poles provided. Samsung smart TV. Fast internet-300mbps. Summers can be hot outside...two A/Cs & a dehumidifier!
2 person capacity(no children)
Update-new sleeper cocuh on order. The temporary couch is a non-sleeper couch. That being said, the loft area has a comfy full size bed
Manatee sighting Nov. 2022. Dolphins sighting June 2024, Feb 2024. and May 2023
Bass-kin is a house located directly on the Fairhope side of Fish river. The cabin has a very inviting interior with wood panels, floor, and blinds. Bass-kin has great natural lighting with 11 windows(with natural wood blinds). You are so high up that you feel like you are in a treehouse. The ladder leading to the upstairs loft style bedroom has a full size bed with a great expansive view of the river. If you prefer not to use the ladder, the couch down on the main floor is a pullout queen size bed.
Enjoy everything about the property: kayaks, fishing poles, grilling picnic area with a Webber charcoal grill, fire pit,etc. The river is great place to spend your time! The Inside of the tiny house living area is a great place to watch a movie or football game. It has a comfortable leather couch and a 42 inch Smart TV which includes Youtube TV, which is the newest(best) streaming service that provides 70 of the best cable channels, and is easy to navigate. When watching movies, the smart tv allows you to log in to your Netflix or Amazon Prime account. We have Wifi internet with lots of power(300 mpbs!!). Big Daddy's grill is just a few blocks down the road. Big Daddy's is one of the areas most popular casual dinning restaurants located on the river.
The occasional rain shower can be a little bit of a bummer at most places, but not at the cabin. Its great to hear the rain on the tin roof.
Southern Summers can be hot. The cabin has two air conditioners and a dehumidifier... When combined it makes a comfortable temperature inside of the cabin.
A large portion of short term rental properties have the owners who live on or adjacent to the property. We do not live on or adjacent to the cabin.
Recent guest spotted a Bald Eagle at the property during their stay!
Listing picture disclosure: some shoreline erosion has occurred from Hurricane Sally.
Because of hazards like a child falling throught the hatch of the sleeping area and the rocky bulkhead, we ask guests not to bring children.
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Children
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Events
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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About the area
Fairhope
Located in Fairhope, this cabin is on the waterfront. Weeks Bay Reserve and Lake Victoria reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Park at OWA and Eastern Shore Art Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mike Ford Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
Fairhope, AL
What's nearby
- Lake Victoria - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
- Weeks Bay Reserve - 12 min drive - 12.7 km
- Quail Creek Golf Course - 13 min drive - 13.4 km
- Fairhope Avenue - 17 min drive - 17.7 km
- Foley Sportsplex - 17 min drive - 17.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mr. Spuds - 11 min drive
- Big Daddy's Grill - 11 min walk
- Cozumel Bar & Grill - 15 min drive
- Good Time Charleys - 21 min drive
- BILL-E’s - 13 min drive
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tracey G.
25 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tracey G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Frederick W.
29 December 2025
Frederick W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cory j.
27 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cory j.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Thomas B.
4 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thomas B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan G.
15 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carmen S.
2 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, peaceful retreat. Would stay again!!
Carmen S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
ava e.
15 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
ava e.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
allison s.
3 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
allison s.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joanna B.
5 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place place to stay
Joanna B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shaun B.
28 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Shaun B.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jamie B.
11 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little getaway
Jamie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Raquel Q.
1 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweetest little cabin
Raquel Q.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hunter G.
14 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend get away.
Hunter G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alivia G.
22 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Alivia G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jamie B.
26 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Jamie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy J.
27 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great river stay
Jeremy J.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Madison B.
2 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Madison B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Thomas B.
23 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Thomas B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Christie D.
23 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute place! Loved the area under the house and really just everything!
Christie D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
7 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice hideaway
Jennifer C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Shaun B.
24 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Shaun B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Crystal I.
21 February 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Crystal I.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Linda M.
26 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming, rustic, cozy, Fish River cabin
Linda M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patrick F.
16 December 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Patrick F.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
About the host
Hosted by Michael Brenny
I am an experienced VRBO host..who loves what what I am doing. Its fun trying to provide the best customer experience possible.
My wife and I have lived in Fairhope for almost all of our lives. We know the area real well. Anything from beaches, shopping, restaurants, hiking, boating, fishing, site seeing, etc. We can provide recommendations.
My wife and I have lived in Fairhope for almost all of our lives. We know the area real well. Anything from beaches, shopping, restaurants, hiking, boating, fishing, site seeing, etc. We can provide recommendations.
Why they chose this property
Why this property?.. I would say because its waterfront property, really comfortable,
and unique. There are very few river houses in this area that you can rent on a daily basis and the ones you can rent are large. And as a result they are asking quite a bit to rent. An attribute of this place is that its not too big where we have to price it too high.
This property is located in Fairhope, AL which consistently gets voted Americas favorite small town. As mentioned earlier, the west side of Fish River is the nicest part of the river. It is also closest to downtown Fairhope with its great shopping and dinning.
We get alot of guests who are couples celebrating anniversaires and birthdays.
There is a ladder leading up to a loft/sleeping area. If you have trouble climbing or get up a lot in the night, you can sleep on the pullout couch on the main floor. Special precautions should be made while up in the loft; closing the hatch while up there and not standing on the hatch door.
and unique. There are very few river houses in this area that you can rent on a daily basis and the ones you can rent are large. And as a result they are asking quite a bit to rent. An attribute of this place is that its not too big where we have to price it too high.
This property is located in Fairhope, AL which consistently gets voted Americas favorite small town. As mentioned earlier, the west side of Fish River is the nicest part of the river. It is also closest to downtown Fairhope with its great shopping and dinning.
We get alot of guests who are couples celebrating anniversaires and birthdays.
There is a ladder leading up to a loft/sleeping area. If you have trouble climbing or get up a lot in the night, you can sleep on the pullout couch on the main floor. Special precautions should be made while up in the loft; closing the hatch while up there and not standing on the hatch door.
What makes this property unique
The cabin gives you a rustic feel. You are high up and get an amazing view of the river. The neighborhood is great. Its located on a dead end street. Not a lot of traffic. Everyone is real friendly.
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