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The Perfect Birmingham Get Away

Vacation home in Birmingham with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior detail
Outdoor dining
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
In the heart of Forest Park, this luxurious home offers a serene retreat with lush landscaped grounds and a private walled garden. Unwind in the spacious living room with gleaming hardwood floors, or cook up a storm in the gourmet kitchen with Wolf range and Alabama White marble countertops.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Perfect Birmingham Get Away

PLEASE READ THIS DESCRIPTION AND ALL OF THE REVIEWS AS THEY MAY ANSWER MOST ALL QUESTIONS YOU HAVE. ALSO, THERE IS A MAP OF MY PROPERTY ON THE LISTING THAT CAN HELP YOU REGARDING WHERE YOU WANT TO GO AND WANT TO DO DURING YOUR VISIT.

In the convenient and upscale neighborhood of Forest Park, this completely renovated dream home has every luxury. Located on a quiet, private street with two-car carport just one step into the kitchen and entire main level. Lovely, lush landscaped grounds with private walled garden, grand gourmet kitchen with Alabama White marble countertops, Wolf commercial range, Subzero Refrigerator and large pantry. Breakfast room with seating for 6 and large laundry room off of kitchen. Spacious living room with tons of natural light and gleaming ebony hardwood floors, custom Limestone wood-burning fireplace, vaulted ceilings, and dining with seating for 6. The home sleeps 9 comfortably. Master suite, two guest rooms and two full baths on the main level and an enormous master suite downstairs with private study with twin sized daybed, room sized walk in closet, large bathroom with over sized soaking tub and separate glass shower, private lavatory closet and double vanities. The homes’ eclectic design is derived from the use of fine antiques, classic reproductions and modern accents.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: smoking must be outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

Pets are not allowed on furniture. Kennel is provided. Pets cannot be left alone inside, keep in kennel if so. Damages might be claimed if otherwise.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: pets not allowed on furniture,cannot be left alone

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking must be outside.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Perfect Birmingham Get Away Birmingham
The Perfect Birmingham Get Away Private vacation home
The Perfect Birmingham Get Away Private vacation home Birmingham

About the neighborhood

Map
AL, Birmingham

What's nearby

  • Avondale Brewing Company - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Sloss Furnaces - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • UAB Hospital - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Birmingham Zoo - 6 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 11 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Goose - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Avondale Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Black Market Bar+Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cahaba Brewing Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mom’s Basement - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Perfect Birmingham Get Away pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at The Perfect Birmingham Get Away?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Perfect Birmingham Get Away?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Perfect Birmingham Get Away located?

Located in Crestwood South, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Avondale Brewing Company, Highland Park Golf Course, and Alabama Symphony Orchestra. Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham and Birmingham Botanical Gardens are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Perfect Birmingham Get Away Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 339 out of 386 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 386 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 386 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 386 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 386 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, clean and well located. Great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melisa M.

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

Birmingham weekend

Perfect location and size for our family to spend the weekend together and attend the UAB football game!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon L.

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

Great house in great location

Owner is very well organized and thorough with the check-in process, the house is beautiful and in a great and convenient, location. Definitely will rebook here for our next trip to Birmingham.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy M.

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

Nice place

All as expected
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

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

Birthday Weekend

This property was a great location for all we had planned for the weekend. We were close to restaurants and had plenty of room for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica H., Madison, AL

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

Great location

Great house for large family. Close to downtown Birmingham. Nice neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Wendy L.

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

Large home in nice neighborhood

This home was good for our family of six. Lots of room and great kitchen. Nice neighborhood with easy access to Birmingham.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Caroline I.

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

Great location

My family rented this house while in town for a wedding. It is close to so many great restaurants and bars. It was a large house with ample space. The kitchen is super nice, and there are plenty of spots to sit around and visit with the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christa C.

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

Perfect Home

We absolutely loved the house and the fenced in backyard. We were in town for a family wedding and this was the perfect alternative to a hotel, especially with children. Plenty of room, pleasant decor and great energy. Will definitely stay here again if we come back to Birmingham!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Merle R.

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

Nice house. Check in was a challenge

The house was perfect for our needs, from location to the house design. Check in was different from any other house I’ve rented on VRBO, requiring a phone call with the owner, instead of communication through email or text. It was a challenging dynamic to receive important information (like the lockbox code and specific house instructions) verbally. It felt like it would have been less stressful on both parties if communication was more automated.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly L.

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

Celebrating a wedding

We enjoyed this home very much. We cooked breakfast in the house, played games and all enjoyed visiting while in town for a wedding.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie T.

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

Ideal Home Away from Home

Excellent property. Clean and roomy. Very quiet neighborhood but close to the city. There were no surprises and everything was as described. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

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

Southern charm in a great neighborhood, antiques With a relaxed atmosphere. Conveniently located.

This was the perfect house for our family wedding in Birmingham. It was conveniently located to all of our events. This home offered a great place to come back, relax, and gather our immediate family for downtime together. Tastefully decorated. Great kitchen. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

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

Close to downtown

We were in town for a wedding. The neighborhood was lovely and the property was perfect. Our party was 4 adults, a 16yo, and a 7yo. We were all very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Allan J.

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

Fun in Bama

This is a spacious home for a family and close friends. The living, dining room and kitchen afford space for all to enjoy and relax. The downstairs suite steals the show so if there is a toss up for bedrooms you know now where to head. Enjoy, Allan
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Awesome home!!

This is one of the best VRBO homes we have ever stayed in. The host was very informative and the home was very clean and cozy. The neighborhood was so unbelievably quiet and quaint. We will definitely be back. We had no problems or issues. Thanks Walton!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kellie C.

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

Great Quality for the Price

We came in for my brother's wedding and this house was perfect for our stay! There were 9 of us and there was plenty of room. The bathrooms were just enough to help us get ready. The basement was roomy. The owner is very particular, but rightfully so. I've rented out rv's before and people can be rough and tough to deal with. Call him the day before you arrive and follow his instructions and you will have a good stay. Did not have one issue whatsoever.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

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

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!

We rented this property to give my Grandmother a Birthday Getaway. The owner, Walton, was extremely helpful during the entire stay. He was thoughtful enough to provide my Grandmother with a wonderful birthday gift. His hospitality was A+. We did not see any rodents, bugs or feces during our stay. Walton provided A1 service and we are definitely coming back. This property is located in a great neighborhood. Book this property, you will not be disappointed!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Teri T.

Beautiful Home in Perfect location

This beautiful home was perfect for our family in town attending our sons wedding. The house was so spacious and allowed us to spend quality family time together..so much better than being separated in a hotel! The location was close to everything and is in a nice quiet neighborhood. We hosted a dinner party the night before the wedding and everyone in attendance was so impressed with the beautiful furnishings and fascinating artwork on display. The large subzero fridge and gas range was definitely a plus. This was my 1st experience with Home Away and I thought it was a GREAT option. Thank you Mr. Brown for sharing your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

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

Perfect Gathering Place

We all had a wonderful time meeting up with friends and family here. The two-story design enabled each family to have its own space. The backyard sitting area was small but there were plenty of chairs and lots of lovely birds and chipmunks. Nice wide refrigerator and the gas stove was a plus! It is located in a quiet neighborhood but is only minutes away from stores and restaurants. The only thing that it did not have that would have been nice was screens on the bathroom windows so they could be opened when needed . . . Otherwise this was a really great house, especially for the price!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Meghan H.

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

Great location, but some inconveniences

This property was in a great location to downtown and a safe area. The house is actually much more spacious than the posting shows with a great outdoor area. However, there were a few inconveniences. At least two of the shower drains were very backed up. We were standing in a puddle about 30 seconds into the shower. There were make up stains on at least two of the towels and no soap bars were provided as previously stated. The dining chairs are not very functional as the cushions are pressed down from a lot of use.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pauline A., Fairhope, AL USA

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

Ideal for Big Families

Our family has rented this house every year for a decade to spend time with our immediate and extended family over the Thanksgiving holiday. Not only is it always clean, comfortable, and stylish, it is extremely functional. Because of the home's layout, there are spaces for big group hang-outs, smaller nooks for intimate conversations, and outdoor areas to play and dine. The kitchen is spacious (and well-equipped) enough to accommodate many cooks, all of which gather here to cook and clean for our big Thanksgiving meal. There's never any fighting over the best bedroom: All have features that work for families with babies, young children, and middle-schoolers. Added to all of those perks, the home's location in the heart of Birmingham is perfect for accessing parks, shopping, and great restaurants. After Thanksgiving day is over, we all feel like our luxurious Birmingham getaway has begun. Looking forward to another decade!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vic T., Minnesota

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

Great place!

The house is exactly as described and pictured on VRBO. Some highlights of the house: * Very clean. * Kitchen well stocked with dishes, cup, pots, pans, knives and cutlery. More than enough for our group of 9. * Tastefully decorated: Nice artwork on the walls. * Very nice and quiet neighbourhood. * Convenient location. It seemed like any place we needed to go to in Birmingham was 15-20 mins away. We were two families (9 people including children ranging in age from 18 - 12). The house was just right for us in terms of space. We grilled one night and cooked another night. The kitchen had all the utensils we needed. (We did have to get charcoal and matches for the grill from a nearby grocery store; the owner had told me ahead of time we might need to do that.) I spoke to the owner, Walton, the day before we checked in. He was very friendly. He gave us clear and detailed instructions and had some very helpful suggestions for things to do and places to eat at in Birmingham. We got to the house slightly before check-in time, while the cleaners were still there. They too were very friendly and welcoming. I was impressed by how thoroughly they cleaned. We will certainly rent from Walton again if we are back in Alabama.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house and host was very helpful.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shona S.

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

I have stayed there three times and I feel it is the best VRBO In Birmingham

Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025