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Cozy & Convenient Cottage close to summit shopping center

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A kitchen with light blue cabinets, a white countertop, and a small dining area with a bench and potted plant.
A narrow hallway with a green wall, a white door, and a black cabinet with a sink.
A dining area with a round wooden table, grey upholstered chairs, and a small potted orchid. There are framed botanical prints on the wall behind the table.
A living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofa, and a flat-screen TV mounted above it.
A covered patio with outdoor furniture, a grill, and string lights.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
With space for 4 guests, this cottage features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It sits near The Summit and Cahaba River, providing various recreational options.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Firepit available

    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near The Summit
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Explore the area

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Vestavia Hills, AL
  • Place, The Summit
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cahaba River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Alabama at Birmingham
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Cozy & Convenient Cottage close to summit shopping center

Welcome to our cozy cottage convenient to the summit shopping center and all that Birmingham has to offer! This 2 bedroom/2 bath house is close to Crestline Bagel, Leaf & Petal, Cala Coffee, and only a 5 min drive to The Summit Shopping and Restaurants. It offers a very large master suite with a king size bed and sitting area, 1 guest rooms (1 full bed), 2 dining areas, a cozy living area, and a large porch with 2 fire pit areas.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3336452vb
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Birmingham

Birmingham is home to this cottage. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit The Summit and Riverchase Galleria. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex or Barber Motorsports Park.
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Vestavia Hills, AL

What's nearby

  • The Summit - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cahaba River - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
  • UAB Hospital - 12 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 13 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 14 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Waldo's Chicken & Beer - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Shake Shack - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Chuy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy & Convenient Cottage close to summit shopping center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy & Convenient Cottage close to summit shopping center ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy & Convenient Cottage close to summit shopping center ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy & Convenient Cottage close to summit shopping center ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy & Convenient Cottage close to summit shopping center located?

Situated in Birmingham, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of The Summit and Cahaba River. Grandview Medical Center and Church of the Highlands Grandview are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property. Great Host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location - very accurate description of the property and the overall stay was excellent. Appreciate the communication of the host - enjoyed our stay and would do it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Excellent

Great house and excellent location. Will stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2025
I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay! You are welcome back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Great location and clean and cozy property. Everything we needed! If I’m ever in the area I will stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, clean, and responsive owners

The home was beautiful and clean. It is in an ideal location in Birmingham. The owners were very responsive and caring. We would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place to stay

Cute property rental. Plenty enough space and very clean. Mattress was very comfy. Great access to town and very safe. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

My sons and I stayed here for the SEC baseball tournament. It was a wonderful house in one of the city's nicest neighborhoods—easy access to food and stores. The listing was accurate and had everything we needed. We would rent this home again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute, clean comfortable and centrally located to sites, great restaurants and shopping.

Lovely home in a quiet family neighborhood with everything you need to feel “at home” away from home. Great location for all things from Hoover to Mountain Brook and downtown too. Owner is great and available should there be questions. Absolutely one of my favorite stays from VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Hoover stay, Hoover is a great place to visit

Never thought Alabama would be this pretty, and scenic and friendly loved. It would come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

GREAT experience

BEAUTIFUL property. Convenient to many shops, restaurants. EXCELLENT communications with host. This will be my place for stating in Birmingham in the future!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location! Great host!

A cousins trip to the SEC Baseball Tournament did not disappoint! This home was centrally located to everything we even thought we wanted to do. In a quaint neighborhood, but only a 10 minute walk to coffee, breakfast, bar-b-que and other retails shop. This is a must if your staying in the area!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

The set up was perfect for parents with 2 little ones in portacribs and grandparents. The family stayed in the “suite” with 2 rooms, which included king bedroom, double bed room, master bath and washer/dryer. The grandparents were across the hall in queen bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family time

We came to celebrate our sons engagement. Everything was perfect. We would recommend this to anyone and we will be back. Thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome comfortable home

Caroline's home is like staying in your own home. Since the owner lives in the home Aug-April it's beautifully decorated, comfortable seating, large rooms, great nectar mattress. Lovely private outdoor space, beautiful bird songs included. Highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Home

Everything super clean and cozy. You can tell the host loves and cares for her property. Location is REALLY convenient to groceries, and any number of places to shop and eat The plus for us was that it was within 20 minutes of any of the baseball fields we played on. The host very pleasant and super to deal with. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous find!

We were visiting for a graduation and needed a place close to / in Vestavia Hills with few stairs for my mother to navigate. Not only was this a rare find, but the home is impeccably decorated and well maintained. So close to everything you could need and the hosts were especially communicative. If you see this available in the late spring- early fall… grab it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming and Cozy Home in Prime Location – Highly Recommended!

The house is very well maintained, with relaxing decor and all the amenities you could need. The kitchen is fully equipped, making it easy to prepare meals, and the living areas are comfortable and inviting. The location is fantastic, situated in a quiet neighborhood but still close to local attractions, restaurants, and shops. Communication with the host was seamless, and they provided helpful tips and recommendations for our stay. The property was clean, and exactly as described in the listing. We felt right at home and would highly recommend this VRBO property to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable vacation. We can't wait to return next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect little house!

We absolutely loved our stay in this adorable home. It was so comfortable and cozy. The decor is absolutely gorgeous. Beds were so soft and comfortable. Perfect amount of space for the family. The only small thing was the main bedroom is accessible through one of the other guest rooms. It wasn’t a problem because we had our son in there, but for others that could pose a small inconvenience. The kitchen and bathrooms were stocked with essentials. I really think this was the best VRBO I have ever rented. The location is awesome! Close to the highway and shopping and food. Caroline is so easy to communicate with and made everything a breeze for us. We would most definitely stay here again! Love love love this home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable home in a charming neighborhood. Stocked with everything you could need. Close to shopping and restaurants. Would stay here again. Great communication with host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Caroline Irby

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Hi! My name is Caroline Irby. My husband and I rent our house out for the summer months only. We love hosting and creating environments that are restful, connecting, and beautiful. We love to travel, explore the outdoors, and play with our non-shedding bernedoodle- Ruffner. (Don't worry, the house will be deep cleaned before you arrive!) We hope our home will truly be a "home away from home" for you, no matter how long you stay! If you need anything, please feel free to contact me.

Why they chose this property

Our property is unique because it offers a very large master bedroom with a sitting area to relax and unwind. Our kitchen is fully updated and stocked with essentials. Our living room area is cozy and relaxing to sit and unwind while watching TV. We are so close to everything Birmingham has to offer! Only ~3 minute drive to The Summit Shopping and within walking distance to several restaurants and shops.

What makes this property unique

Restaurants you can walk to: Crestline Bagel, El Zun Zun, Alabama Biscuit Company
Coffee shop within walking distance: Cala Coffee
Shops within walking distance: Leaf & Petal

Languages:

English

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