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Waterfront River House w/ Dock, Boathouse & Lift
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Waterfront River House w/ Dock, Boathouse & Lift
The Honey House is river life at it's finest!! It comfortably sleeps 10-12 people and is pet friendly!! You will love the peaceful serenity and beautiful views of Fish River from the moment you arrive. This spacious 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home is the place you will want to be if you are looking for fishing, boating, kayaking, swimming or just relaxing on the river! We supply the kayaks and you bring your boat! You will have a place to launch your boat and a private boat slip for the duration of your stay. This prime Fish River location gives you access to some of the best fishing for redfish, speckle trout, bass, bream, crappie and flounder. We are just minutes from beautiful downtown Fairhope where you will find unique boutique shopping and casual to fine dining. The Grand Hotel is also very close where you can enjoy spa treatments or golfing and several restaurants. The large new deck has plenty of room for you to enjoy sunning and being with your family! It also has an upstairs screened-in boathouse over the boat slip to catch the breathtaking sunsets with bar seating and a large screen TV that is great for watching football or whatever your favorite sport is!
This house was recently renovated with all new stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops and a built-in chop block countertop. The kitchen is fully furnished with new cookware, all of the small appliances you will need, a separate coffee/tea bar and a wine bar. We have several comfortable dining spaces, inside and outside, for our guests as well as TV trays if you need more.
The house has new furnishings, as well as a few unique vintage pieces. We have smart TVs in the living room, all bedrooms and the outdoor boathouse, with a satellite system and WI-FI. The master bedroom has a great view of the river with it's outside deck directly off the bedroom!! It also has an en suite bathroom with a walk-in closet. The queen bedroom has a great view of the quaint courtyard with the most beautiful 200+ year old oak tree and flower garden. The nautical bunkroom has 2 sets of bunks and a large bean bag with a queen mattress inside that can be set up anywhere in the house. The living room is furnished with a new sectional and a queen sleeper sofa. This room also opens directly onto the upstairs deck and has panoramic river views!!
We have a cargo-lift for easy loading and unloading of your luggage, groceries and/or anyone who isn't able to take the stairs. There are foosball and ping pong tables, kayaks, corn hole and board games for everyone to enjoy. The downstairs area has a charming gold fish pond with a small waterfall, a twin sized swing bed (yes, you can sleep outside if you want!) a grilling station and an outdoor refrigerator for your beverages and/or extra groceries. The half bath is also located in the downstairs area. There is parking for at least 6-8 cars and we have a space to keep your boat trailer.
This house was recently renovated with all new stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops and a built-in chop block countertop. The kitchen is fully furnished with new cookware, all of the small appliances you will need, a separate coffee/tea bar and a wine bar. We have several comfortable dining spaces, inside and outside, for our guests as well as TV trays if you need more.
The house has new furnishings, as well as a few unique vintage pieces. We have smart TVs in the living room, all bedrooms and the outdoor boathouse, with a satellite system and WI-FI. The master bedroom has a great view of the river with it's outside deck directly off the bedroom!! It also has an en suite bathroom with a walk-in closet. The queen bedroom has a great view of the quaint courtyard with the most beautiful 200+ year old oak tree and flower garden. The nautical bunkroom has 2 sets of bunks and a large bean bag with a queen mattress inside that can be set up anywhere in the house. The living room is furnished with a new sectional and a queen sleeper sofa. This room also opens directly onto the upstairs deck and has panoramic river views!!
We have a cargo-lift for easy loading and unloading of your luggage, groceries and/or anyone who isn't able to take the stairs. There are foosball and ping pong tables, kayaks, corn hole and board games for everyone to enjoy. The downstairs area has a charming gold fish pond with a small waterfall, a twin sized swing bed (yes, you can sleep outside if you want!) a grilling station and an outdoor refrigerator for your beverages and/or extra groceries. The half bath is also located in the downstairs area. There is parking for at least 6-8 cars and we have a space to keep your boat trailer.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Maximum of 1 dog allowed with a $150 pet fee
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside downstairs only
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave the key on the kitchen counter and notify me as you are leaving.
Please make sure all trash is in a garbage bag before putting it in the outside trash container.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Fairhope
Located in Fairhope, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Quail Creek Golf Course and Lakewood Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Park at OWA and Eastern Shore Art Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Billy's Seafood, or check out an event or a game at Foley Sportsplex. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing adventures can be found near the property.

Summerdale, AL
What's nearby
- Lake Victoria - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
- Weeks Bay Reserve - 11 min drive - 13.1 km
- Quail Creek Golf Course - 13 min drive - 14.1 km
- Foley Sportsplex - 17 min drive - 16.9 km
- Fairhope Avenue - 17 min drive - 18.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Porch - 15 min drive
- Mr. Spuds - 12 min drive
- Big Daddy's Grill - 6 min drive
- Cozumel Bar & Grill - 16 min drive
- Good Time Charleys - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
23 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lexie F.
5 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lexie F.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lynne W.
19 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lynne W.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
April C.
14 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fab place!
April C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carol H.
14 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Honey House is Fabulous
Carol H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steven M.
17 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation!!
Steven M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn S.
8 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place on fish river.
Kathryn S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lynne W.
24 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Honey House Heaven
Lynne W.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jason P.
20 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Weekend
Jason P.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ann S.
9 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful!
Ann S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael P.
22 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Michael P.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy Z.
2 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Honey House
Amy Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sharon C.
21 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Perfect
Sharon C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
1 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verified traveller
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Madison C.
16 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Vrbo Ever!
Madison C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey D.
9 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lindsey D.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicole B.
3 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Nicole B.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tricia G.
29 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fish River at its finest!!
Tricia G.
Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Suzette D.
3 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful River View Home
Suzette D.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Beth W.
27 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
Beth W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dawn C.
1 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hostess with the Mostess
Dawn C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dena M.
12 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mother’s Day weekend away
Dena M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Henry F.
3 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time on the River
Henry F.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Randy A.
1 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for making memories
Randy A.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristen R.
16 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy



Kristen R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
About the host
Hosted by Babette Heilmeier
Welcome to The Honey House! I am Babbie, and along with my husband Johnny, a dedicated veterinarian and lifelong Fish River fishing enthusiast, we are so excited to share our little slice of river paradise with you.
Johnny and I spent 25 wonderful years building our veterinary practice together in this community. When we discovered this charming waterfront home on Fish River, we knew immediately it was something special. Furnishing and bringing it to life was a pure joy, every detail reflects our genuine love of hospitality and our deep roots in this area.
As lifelong locals, we know this river, this community and this coastline inside and out. Johnny can tell you exactly where the bass are biting. I can tell you the best table in Fairhope. Between the two of us, you are in good hands.
The Honey House boat slip, boathouse and proximity to the public launch make it perfect for water lovers of every kind. We provide kayaks and absolutely love seeing guests arrive with their boats and jet skis ready to explore Fish River!
What brings us the most joy is meeting wonderful people from all over and watching our home create happiness for every family that walks through the door.
We cannot wait to welcome you to Fish River.
Babbie and Johnny
Johnny and I spent 25 wonderful years building our veterinary practice together in this community. When we discovered this charming waterfront home on Fish River, we knew immediately it was something special. Furnishing and bringing it to life was a pure joy, every detail reflects our genuine love of hospitality and our deep roots in this area.
As lifelong locals, we know this river, this community and this coastline inside and out. Johnny can tell you exactly where the bass are biting. I can tell you the best table in Fairhope. Between the two of us, you are in good hands.
The Honey House boat slip, boathouse and proximity to the public launch make it perfect for water lovers of every kind. We provide kayaks and absolutely love seeing guests arrive with their boats and jet skis ready to explore Fish River!
What brings us the most joy is meeting wonderful people from all over and watching our home create happiness for every family that walks through the door.
We cannot wait to welcome you to Fish River.
Babbie and Johnny
Why they chose this property
]Most waterfront rentals offer a view. The Honey House delivers a fully-loaded private river compound that guests consistently call "the best vacation rental we have ever stayed at" - and they keep coming back year after year.
WHAT SETS US APART
Host Babbie often personally greets guests, brings fresh flowers and has always thought of every single detail
Private dock with boat slip and lift - bring your own boat, public launch is 30 seconds away!
Screened elevated boathouse with TV and bar seating - your own riverside living room with an exclusive view
Step directly from the living room or master bedroom onto your private deck overlooking the river
Then follow your own private catwalk straight to the boathouse without ever leaving the property
Kayaks, lily pad float and water toys included at no extra charge
Elevator access - grandparents and guests with mobility needs fully included
Catch bass and catfish right from the dock
Koi pond, foosball and ping pong downstairs, fire pit at night
10 min to downtown Fairhope dining and boutique shops / 20 min to Gulf Shores beaches
You are not booking a place to sleep. You are reserving the vacation your family will talk about for years.
WHAT SETS US APART
Host Babbie often personally greets guests, brings fresh flowers and has always thought of every single detail
Private dock with boat slip and lift - bring your own boat, public launch is 30 seconds away!
Screened elevated boathouse with TV and bar seating - your own riverside living room with an exclusive view
Step directly from the living room or master bedroom onto your private deck overlooking the river
Then follow your own private catwalk straight to the boathouse without ever leaving the property
Kayaks, lily pad float and water toys included at no extra charge
Elevator access - grandparents and guests with mobility needs fully included
Catch bass and catfish right from the dock
Koi pond, foosball and ping pong downstairs, fire pit at night
10 min to downtown Fairhope dining and boutique shops / 20 min to Gulf Shores beaches
You are not booking a place to sleep. You are reserving the vacation your family will talk about for years.
What makes this property unique
PRIVATE WATERFRONT COMPOUND
Your own dock with boat slip and lift • Screened boathouse with TV and bar seating • Kayaks and lily pad float included • Catch bass and catfish daily right from the dock • Public boat launch next door for your boat
ACCESSIBILITY & THOUGHTFUL DESIGN
Elevator access for grandparents and mobility needs • Three full bathrooms (no morning bottlenecks) • Sleeps 10 comfortably • Pet-friendly for one dog • Game room with foosball and ping pong
EVERYTHING INCLUDED
Fully stocked chef's kitchen • Coffee bar with beans and filters • Bikes for neighborhood rides • Beach towels • First aid kit • Outdoor shower • Laundry • BBQ grill and fire pit • Multiple smart TVs.
WHITE-GLOVE HOSPITALITY
Host Babbie personally greets guests with property tour • Fresh flowers upon arrival • Spotlessly clean ("impeccably maintained" in hundreds of 5.0-star reviews) • Responsive 24/7
ACTIVITY-RICH FOR ALL AGES
Kids: Lily pad float, fishing, feeding ducks, koi fish pond, game room, bikes, swimming
Adults: Sunset cocktails in boathouse, screened porch with river views
Seniors: Elevator access, multiple comfortable seating areas all on one level, including waterfront views!
PRIME LOCATION
Peaceful Fish River setting • 10 min to downtown Fairhope (boutique shops, galleries, waterfront dining) • 15 min to Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa • 20 min to Gulf Shores beaches • Near wedding venues
PERFECT FOR:
Multigenerational reunions • Wedding weekends • Bachelorette celebrations • Fishing enthusiasts • Active families • Sports tournament families (full kitchen, laundry, space for teams)
THE DIFFERENCE: Most rentals check boxes. The Honey House creates experiences! Three generations fishing at sunrise, kids on the lily pad, sunset toasts in the boathouse, and memories families cherish for years.
You're not just booking a place to sleep; you're reserving a week of connection and authentic river life.
Your own dock with boat slip and lift • Screened boathouse with TV and bar seating • Kayaks and lily pad float included • Catch bass and catfish daily right from the dock • Public boat launch next door for your boat
ACCESSIBILITY & THOUGHTFUL DESIGN
Elevator access for grandparents and mobility needs • Three full bathrooms (no morning bottlenecks) • Sleeps 10 comfortably • Pet-friendly for one dog • Game room with foosball and ping pong
EVERYTHING INCLUDED
Fully stocked chef's kitchen • Coffee bar with beans and filters • Bikes for neighborhood rides • Beach towels • First aid kit • Outdoor shower • Laundry • BBQ grill and fire pit • Multiple smart TVs.
WHITE-GLOVE HOSPITALITY
Host Babbie personally greets guests with property tour • Fresh flowers upon arrival • Spotlessly clean ("impeccably maintained" in hundreds of 5.0-star reviews) • Responsive 24/7
ACTIVITY-RICH FOR ALL AGES
Kids: Lily pad float, fishing, feeding ducks, koi fish pond, game room, bikes, swimming
Adults: Sunset cocktails in boathouse, screened porch with river views
Seniors: Elevator access, multiple comfortable seating areas all on one level, including waterfront views!
PRIME LOCATION
Peaceful Fish River setting • 10 min to downtown Fairhope (boutique shops, galleries, waterfront dining) • 15 min to Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa • 20 min to Gulf Shores beaches • Near wedding venues
PERFECT FOR:
Multigenerational reunions • Wedding weekends • Bachelorette celebrations • Fishing enthusiasts • Active families • Sports tournament families (full kitchen, laundry, space for teams)
THE DIFFERENCE: Most rentals check boxes. The Honey House creates experiences! Three generations fishing at sunrise, kids on the lily pad, sunset toasts in the boathouse, and memories families cherish for years.
You're not just booking a place to sleep; you're reserving a week of connection and authentic river life.
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