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Avondale Home, Mins to Downtown-Forest Park Place

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
TV, offices

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10116 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Avondale Home, Mins to Downtown-Forest Park Place

Summary:
This 4 bedroom, 2 bath home is a hidden gem in the hills of the Avondale district. With an expansive backyard and great patio, you can enjoy a cookout, a nightcap, or your early morning coffee in hand as the sun rises. Pick a spot on our comfy couch and let it ease life's stressors. With a 50 inch smart TV and Roku, add your account and surf away.

The Space:
Main Floor: Step into the house and straight ahead is the kitchen, stocked with all essential utensils to prepare a nice homemade dinner. The kitchen has been nicely updated with subway tile and stainless appliances. The comfortable living room features a 50 inch smart TV and Roku. There are three bedrooms on this floor. The master suite has a king bed and ensuite bathroom with shower/tub. The second bedroom has a queen bed. The third bedroom has two twin beds. There is a shared hall bath with shower/tub.

Basement: There is one bedroom in the basement with two full beds. The washer and dryer are also on this floor.

Outside: Enjoy the fantastic back deck and large backyard with wooded perimeter. Savor conversation over cheese and crackers on the two cushioned benches. Have breakfast at the glass patio table. Make tasty burgers on the grill. Down the deck stairs, you can throw the pigskin in the spacious grassy yard (unfenced).

Parking: Parking available for one car in driveway shared with neighbor. Please park courteously on the left side of the driveway. There is well-lit street parking as well.

Accessibility: There are stairs down to the basement bedrooms and stairs down from the back deck to the yard.

Guest Access:
The house has a digital combo lock pad. We will provide you with the code at check-in. You will have access to the full house, and back yard. There are no other tenants or guests on the property.

The Neighborhood:
Avondale is a young, buzzing area known for its trendy coffee shops and craft breweries, live music venues, and an eclectic mix of restaurants, from gourmet comfort food spots to traditional BBQ joints. Avondale Park features a century-old rose garden, a duck pond, and an outdoor amphitheater used for concerts and festivals. Scattered shops sell well-curated vintage clothing and secondhand goods.

Getting Around:
Our home is in a prime location with easy access to all Avondale has to offer. Less than 2 miles to great food, shopping and entertainment. Driving yourself should be an easy process to navigate or you can take advantage of Uber/Lyft!

Other Things to Note:
We require a signed rental agreement and for guest to be 25 years of age to book.

If you notify us of your intent to cancel prior to the lapse of the free cancellation period, we will return 97% of your payment. The other 3% will already have been collected by the credit card processing company, and we have no way to return that portion of the payment.

There is a horizontal Patio, Washer and Dryer, and a generous-sized backyard.

Guest Access Details:
Parking: House has a private driveway for parking.
Guest Access: You can use the front door as the Main Access.
Prohibited Areas: Please do not go under the house or on top of the roof.

We are a pet friendly home. Pets must be crated when they are left unattended in the home. We do not allow pets on furniture or beds, and all waste must be cleaned up from the yard. All pets require a non-refundable pet fee. If there is evidence of pet hair on the furniture, excess hair in the home, stains, or waste found in the yard or home, you will be charged the cost to clean this. In the event that a security deposit is collected, we will retain all or part of the security deposit to cover any costs associated with additional cleaning due to pets.

Interaction with Guests:
We want to provide our guests with maximum privacy and flexibility, so we have check-in and check-out automated. We will call and touch base on the phone, and we can always have someone come and help if you need it, but otherwise, we will leave you and your friends and family to spend time together.

Property manager

Patriot Family Homes

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Street parking available
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space)

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck
  • Garden
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,248 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Forest Park Place
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Forest Park Sum Birmingham
Forest Park Place Sum Birmingham
⭐️ Forest Park Place ⭐️ (Sleeps 10+)
Forest Park Place Sum Private vacation home
Forest Park Place Sum Private vacation home Birmingham
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About the area

Map
Birmingham, Alabama

What's nearby

  • Avondale Brewing Company - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Sloss Furnaces - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • UAB Hospital - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Birmingham Zoo - 8 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 11 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Avondale Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Filling Station - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Paz - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cahaba Brewing Company - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Saturn - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Avondale Home, Mins to Downtown-Forest Park Place pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Avondale Home, Mins to Downtown-Forest Park Place?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Avondale Home, Mins to Downtown-Forest Park Place?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Avondale Home, Mins to Downtown-Forest Park Place located?

Located in Crestwood South, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Avondale Brewing Company, Alabama Symphony Orchestra and Highland Park Golf Course. Fresenius Medical Care at Trinity Medical Center and Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Avondale Home, Mins to Downtown-Forest Park Place Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews" "

7.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Maribeth K.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Horrible
Check-in was at 4:00. My sisters and I arrived at 4:15. Upon arriving, we could not get in because code to Master Lock was incorrect. We called a representative to get the correct code. We finally were able to get in at 4:30. Upon walking in, we explained to the representative the conditions the house was in. The house had not been cleaned after previous guests left. All three bedrooms were unmade, sheets had not been put back on bed, towels still in the washer, trash still in the garbage can; overall the house was not cleaned. We were told by the owner the cleaner had an accident and would be there to clean within the hour. First, the previous guests had to check-out at 10:00; what time was the accident? Secondly, we explained we were there for a family funeral and did not have time to wait for a cleaning, which I assume would be at least 2 hours....if house were to be thoroughly cleaned. We had not been notified ahead of time that the house would not be ready. We didn't have that kind of time as we had family obligations and showers to take beforehand. Therefore, we had to check into a hotel. I spoke to a VRBO representative who feels we should get a full refund (I sent pictures of the house). The Patriot Family representative wants to give me a voucher for full amount. I'd prefer not to have to deal with them again and receive a full refund.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Kristin C.

It worked for our needs but could've been better
The house could've been cleaner. When we arrived there were leaves and bits of trash in the washer, dirty dishes in the dishwasher, cobwebs around the ceiling, and the bathrooms could've been cleaned better. There was plenty of space for our family of 6 and even for visitors. The kitchen table is small, only seats 4, and not very stable. There are some chairs, again kind of rickety, and a couch, broken on one end, and a very scuffed up coffee table in the living room. There are several rugs throughout the house but they aren't secured to the floor and they move around alot. We were all able to sleep upstairs, thankfully, because the bedroom downstairs stays very cold and we realized that there is a large hole in one of the windows that's been covered by thin foam board. The couch downstairs is in rough shape. There is a large crack in one of the bedroom windows upstairs. The neighborhood is older but a lot of homes are either remodeled or in the process of being remodeled. We never felt unsafe and the neighbors we met are very nice. Overall it really seems like the minimum was invested to make this a rental. In the master bathroom paint it bubbling. There are signs of water damage around the ceiling in areas. The dryer has to be run a couple of times to dry clothes completely. The appliances look dented or damaged. The first time we preheated the oven it smoked so bad the fire alarms went off. There was a mess on the bottom of the stove that was covered with foil instead of cleaned. The dishwasher doesn't dry the dishes. The back porch seems a little unsteady. There is a very nice sized back yard for the kids to play in but keep in mind that it isn't fenced. The curtains in the master bedroom are very thin so as soon as the sun comes up it's bright in the bedroom. The mattresses are comfortable. There aren't any dressers or drawers in the bedrooms for clothes storage and only a couple of hangers in the entire house. There is 1 TV in the house and the remote doesn't power it on/off or work the volume. I realize that most people may not want to clean much while on vacation but we stayed for 3 weeks and I wish they could've had some cleaning supplies other than a broom available. I bought a cheap mop and borrowed a vacuum from a family member. The wifi worked well. The host was quick to respond to questions. Overall, I would say this worked for our needs. We wanted to be in a certain area and this worked well. There are some great restaurants nearby
Stayed 23 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Anthony A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Decent
The listing online mentioned the ability to check in early. As we were evacuating from a hurricane (with a wife/dog/small child), this would have been amazing. I messaged the owner to request an early check in, but he denied it, saying it wouldn’t be available. Since we had nowhere to go, we waited outside the property for a few hours until check in. The property had been ready, but the owner didn’t allow us to check in for some reason. Upon checkout, 2 cleaning people came to our house about 40 minutes before check out, to “remind us” of our checkout time. They proceeded to wait in the driveway until we were out. I’ve never experienced that before in a rental, it was frustrating. Outside of that, the place is decent. It’s clean and the location is ok and safe overall. Only 1 TV. Not a lot of towels/blankets.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheri B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
My family of 6 stayed here for a wedding in May. The house was perfect for us. Our older boys had the basement floor to themselves and there was plenty of room for everyone to spread out upstairs. Everything was clean and new and comfortable. I would rent this house again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home!
This home was amazing! It was perfect for my get together. The pictures online accurately represent the home in person. It was in a nice neighborhood and we all had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021