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Charming Avondale Bungalow

Vacation home in Birmingham with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, books, stereo
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Step into the charming Hippo House, nestled on a picturesque tree-lined street in Avondale. Unwind with quality furnishings and linens, explore the fully stocked kitchen or relax in the screened-in porch - perfect for a calming atmosphere.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is ￥11,095
￥30,316 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

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

Charming Avondale Bungalow

A charming, historic home on the most beautiful tree lined street in Avondale - a short jaunt to the center of the action. Avondale is the place to be - heart of music scene, breweries, bars, restaurants & Avondale Park! 5 min away from UAB & downtown.

The space: stylish but warm - quality furnishings and linens, etc. Fully stocked kitchen, screened-in porch, child friendly. It’s atmosphere calming, it’s disposition cheery and it gives off the happiest of vibes. Welcome to Hippo House.

Guest access: All spaces pictured are open to our guests, including a large fenced in backyard

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Garden
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Charming Avondale Bungalow Birmingham
Charming Avondale Bungalow Private vacation home
Charming Avondale Bungalow Private vacation home Birmingham

About the neighborhood

Map
AL, Birmingham

What's nearby

  • Avondale Brewing Company - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sloss Furnaces - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • UAB Hospital - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 5 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 9 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rally's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Goose - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Avondale Brewing Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Shell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Black Market Bar+Grill - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Avondale Bungalow pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Avondale Bungalow?

As of Nov 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Avondale Bungalow on Nov 18, 2025 start from ￥11,095, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Charming Avondale Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Avondale Bungalow?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Avondale Bungalow located?

Located in Avondale, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Avondale Brewing Company and within 3 mi (5 km) of University of Alabama at Birmingham and UAB Hospital. Alabama Symphony Orchestra and Highland Park Golf Course are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Charming Avondale Bungalow Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

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

Great location

It was exactly what we needed for a quick overnight stay! It was close enough to airport, nice neighborhood & great restaurants!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Collin R.

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

Excellent place

Charming old house in a great neigborhood! Enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy W.

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

Weekend Visit

Great little bungalow convenient to everything in Birmingham with easy parking and super simple access.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Charlene P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaintly nostalgic

Nice neighborhood. Quiet and close to lots of attractions. Clean linens and everything is supplied for cooking a home meal.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

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

Perfect end to our road trip

My husband and I spent 36 hours in Birmingham on our way home to Virginia from Louisiana. The bungalow was immaculate, cozy, and welcoming, with a delightful living room and super comfy bedroom.The house was near to the sights we wanted to see as well as some great restaurants, and the neighborhood was really nice.All in all, we had a great stay in Avondale!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

liz b.

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

Charming and well appointed historic home

We loved our all too brief stay and plan to return! Hosts were very responsive and seemed to anticipate our every need with a well stocked kitchen and library. A delightful and welcoming home for the two of us but could easily accommodate more.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joyce W.

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

1921 Bungalow

If you have to be near UAB in Birmingham Alabama… this is the house to choose. Everything is there to make for an easy stay. If you are making a trip for the Botanical Gardens or Zoo… this is a great place to stay as well! Should I ever need to return to Birmingham, I would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethy M.

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

Great option for a small family!

This place was amazing for our family! Had everything we needed and more for our one year old. Toys, pack n play, car seat, safety plugs in the walls and more. Kitchen was well stocked with cast-iron skillet and cooking utensils. The neighborhood was really nice to walk through in the evening. We highly recommend this location if looking for a cozy home in Birmingham.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Zach P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house in a great location

Had to be in town for a few days for work with the family. We enjoyed our stay and the location was great. The only thing we were a little disappointed in was the house was not as clean as we are accustomed to with VRBO, a lot of dirt and dust on the floors and some surfaces. Other than that, great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Skip

Just as described this was a charming bungalow home in a nice Avondale neighborhood. We were in town for a quick night stay to catch a show at the Avondale Brewery and it was an easy 14 minute walk to get there. The amenities were fine, water was hot, owners provided free streaming services on the tv and the bed was comfortable. We would def rent again when we come back to BHam!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meagan C., Franklin, NC

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

Great house, perfect location

The house is very nice. The neighborhood is great. The location is spectacular, you can walk to restaurants, breweries, music. It is a short drive to Barber Motorsports Park, we went there for motorcycle races. Downtown isn't far. The house itself is very nice, everything was clean, it has TV (Apple Tv). Overall great place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Dan S.

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

Great neighborhood. Enjoyed it.

Great property. Old house with charm. Slept well. Quiet neighborhood. Beautiful homes everywhere. Great access to Avondale restaurants. Enjoyed the porch swing in the front and the privacy of the backyard. Had trouble with the appletv but enjoyed reading instead. Bathroom could use a vent fan, but an all around solid house. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Meredith J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We arrived late and stayed for a quick overnight. We appreciated the quiet neighborhood and thought the size of the house was perfect. The beds and couch were comfy. I also loved that the water got hot enough to wash a couple of things in the kitchen quickly.The secondary bedroom door would not stay closed for us. The house, in general, seemed to need a deep cleaning (vents, bathroom tub drain, fridge vent, etc). This may have caused the A/C to not work very efficiently. After attempting to cool it down, we removed the air filter (owner's advice), and it did start to cool down a bit. It took a few hours after removing the filter for it to cool enough to be comfortable in the master (warmest room). I understand it is hot outside, but I would assume it usually works faster and may need servicing, as it began heating up quickly the second I turned it back to original settings in the morning. Overall, with all of the specific check-out directions and issues, we feel the house is not worth the price we paid and will stay elsewhere next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay within walking distance to places to eat and drink. Also a wonderful park a short walk away. The house was wonderful and we will stay here again if we’re in Birmingham!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

melissa w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I really enjoyed my stay! This property had everything i needed and more. The neighborhood was nice and quiet and was close to a dollar general for things that you may need. I will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin J.

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

Baseball Trip

Great place! Really comfortable and in a great location. Great host! I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makayla P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is cute with everything you need for your stay. Check in and check out was an easy process. They had a variety of games and toys for children and adults to play. Me and my friend only stayed one night for a concert, but would recommend this house for anyone staying in Birmingham!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Perfect Birmingham Experience

The property is as described, and it is in an excellent part of town. Felt safe, and we had easy access to restaurants and entertainment. Highly suggest! Hosts were great with communication!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kristopher H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and close to UAB and downtown

Quiet neighborhood...a little apprehensive at first. But quiet neighborhood other than occasional sirens and trains, but no problem...its a big city. We would stay again. Bring your own grill if you want that. Couldnt get TV to work.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Perfect location!

The house was so cute and clean and the location is perfect for all Birmingham activities, especially if you want to be close to the Avondale neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Rhea Z.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Disappointed

House was very unclean: furniture (couch, all chairs, rugs) were all soiled and in poor quality - falling apart etc. House smelled unclean. Kitchen was not well stocked to make meals; fridge was dirty. Outdoor area was very overgrown and not safe for children to play in, due to nails sticking out of ground in areas. The back patio furniture and rugs were soiled and all was overall not kept up. When I stay away from home and pay for cleaning services, fees, rent, etc. I expect for at minimum, cleanliness. This house did not offer that. I would not recommend anyone stay here. I did reach out to the owners as soon as we arrived about the unclean furniture and did not hear back from anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

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

Sweet little home

My friend/coworker and her kiddo stayed for a last minute, one night, work trip & the hosts were so friendly and accommodating! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Second Wonderful Stay

Love the location and charm of this bungalow. Reminds me of my grandma's house!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

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

Quant cottage

It’s a lovely home built in 1922. Original hardwood floors and glass knobs on bedrooms and bathroom doors. Brought back memories of my Grandmother’s house in my childhood. Very comfortable and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Location Location Location

Great location in the Avondale area of Birmingham. Ability to walk to venues and short drive to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024