Title: Whimsical 1-Bedroom in Artist-Friendly House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Whimsical 1-Bedroom in Artist-Friendly House Apartment with kitchenette, near University of Alabama at Birmingham ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113790000/113784100/113784019/f3b6693c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113790000/113784100/113784019/4561f5be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113790000/113784100/113784019/22654f6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113790000/113784100/113784019/1f1e4644.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113790000/113784100/113784019/e6df835c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to University of Alabama at Birmingham, Whimsical 1-Bedroom in Artist-Friendly House provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Laundry - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Whimsical 1-Bedroom in Artist-Friendly House Unwind at our "shabby chic" getaway in the city. Tucked into the first floor of our quaint, artist-friendly house, this one bedroom apartment is just minutes from downtown, UAB and the Vulcan trail. Enjoy the comfort and privacy of a bedroom with queen size bed, bathroom with tub-shower, kitchenette, dining areas and reading nook in Birmingham’s beautiful Southside neighborhood. The space Our funky and historic home was built in 1925 and has been lovingly updated and customized by a number of artists over the years. It currently contains three private units. This one-bedroom apartment is located on the first floor with entry via a private door off of a shared front room. The unit contains a bedroom, spacious closet, kitchenette, bathroom, dining and reading area. This is truly a one-of-a-kind, handmade space with incredible proximity to the best Birmingham has to offer. Air conditioning is available via window unit. Heating is available via central heating with the option of additional portable electric radiators. The kitchenette is stocked with cooking basics including a sink, mini fridge (no freezer), induction cooktop, microwave, and toaster oven. The lovely seating area on the front porch is available for your enjoyment. Access to the Vulcan Trail, a mostly flat 4.0 mile/6.4 km out and back is just .3 miles/.5 km from the house. Please note that as this is an environmentally friendly, pesticide-free house in the humid south, you may see occasional palmetto bugs inside. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns about this. Guest access Instructions for entry will be sent the day before your arrival. Keys will be placed in a lockbox or handed to you on arrival. You will have keys to the front door of the house and the door of the apartment for the duration of the stay. Street parking is free and abundant in front of the house. Wifi password shared on arrival. No tobacco smoke inside the house. No parties or events. Please be mindful of other guests in the house and observe quiet hours between 10pm and 8am. You may hear footsteps overhead from occupants in units upstairs. We live in another unit in the house and are available for assistance, but we offer privacy unless otherwise needed. You may see us or guests from other units in the house's common areas. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Kitchenette - Microwave ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101320000/101310100/101310057/1ba214b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy/peaceful condo that’s centrally-located & only minutes to many attractions. 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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 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 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 ## About the area Glen Iris, a neighbourhood in Birmingham, is home to this apartment. Donor Memorial and Historic WENN Radio are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve and Moss Rock Preserve. 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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