Escape to Bass-kin, a charming river cabin with a treehouse feel located directly on Fish River. Enjoy kayaking, campfires, and fishing with provided equipment. Relax in the cozy living area featuring a Samsung smart TV and fast internet or unwind upstairs in the loft-style bedroom with an expansive view of the river.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2220 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Bass-kin on the RIver-Tiny House in F'hope-Waterfront-Kayaks-38min to Gulf
Rated as "One of Alabamas Coolest Tiny Homes" by ALcom. Also, featured in Mobile Bay Monthly Magazine.
River cabin with a treehouse feel. Located directly on Fish River. Kayaking, campfires, fishing Gulfshores-38min, Downtown Fairhope-18min. Kayaks and fishing poles provided. Samsung smart TV. Fast internet-300mbps. Summers can be hot outside...two A/Cs & a dehumidifier! 2 person capacity(no children) Update-new sleeper cocuh on order. The temporary couch is a non-sleeper couch. That being said, the loft area has a comfy full size bed
Manatee sighting Nov. 2022. Dolphins sighting June 2024, Feb 2024. and May 2023 Bass-kin is a house located directly on the Fairhope side of Fish river. The cabin has a very inviting interior with wood panels, floor, and blinds. Bass-kin has great natural lighting with 11 windows(with natural wood blinds). You are so high up that you feel like you are in a treehouse. The ladder leading to the upstairs loft style bedroom has a full size bed with a great expansive view of the river. If you prefer not to use the ladder, the couch down on the main floor is a pullout queen size bed.
Enjoy everything about the property: kayaks, fishing poles, grilling picnic area with a Webber charcoal grill, fire pit,etc. The river is great place to spend your time! The Inside of the tiny house living area is a great place to watch a movie or football game. It has a comfortable leather couch and a 42 inch Smart TV which includes Youtube TV, which is the newest(best) streaming service that provides 70 of the best cable channels, and is easy to navigate. When watching movies, the smart tv allows you to log in to your Netflix or Amazon Prime account. We have Wifi internet with lots of power(300 mpbs!!). Big Daddy's grill is just a few blocks down the road. Big Daddy's is one of the areas most popular casual dinning restaurants located on the river. The occasional rain shower can be a little bit of a bummer at most places, but not at the cabin. Its great to hear the rain on the tin roof. Southern Summers can be hot. The cabin has two air conditioners and a dehumidifier... When combined it makes a comfortable temperature inside of the cabin.
A large portion of short term rental properties have the owners who live on or adjacent to the property. We do not live on or adjacent to the cabin.
Recent guest spotted a Bald Eagle at the property during their stay!
Listing picture disclosure: some shoreline erosion has occurred from Hurricane Sally.
Because of hazards like a child falling throught the hatch of the sleeping area and the rocky bulkhead, we ask guests not to bring children.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Charcoal grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Fishing 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
To reduce fire hazard, we request no candles.
Although smoking is not allowed inside, you are welcomed to smoke outside. $350 fine for smoking inside the cabin.
Limit of two people.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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
Located in Fairhope, this cabin is on the waterfront. Mobile Bay and Weeks Bay Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Park at OWA and Eastern Shore Art Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mike Ford Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Fairhope travel guide
Is Bass-kin on the RIver-Tiny House in F'hope-Waterfront-Kayaks-38min to Gulf pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Bass-kin on the RIver-Tiny House in F'hope-Waterfront-Kayaks-38min to Gulf?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bass-kin on the RIver-Tiny House in F'hope-Waterfront-Kayaks-38min to Gulf?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bass-kin on the RIver-Tiny House in F'hope-Waterfront-Kayaks-38min to Gulf?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bass-kin on the RIver-Tiny House in F'hope-Waterfront-Kayaks-38min to Gulf located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Victoria, Quail Creek Golf Course and Punta Clara Candy Kitchen. Weeks Bay Reserve and Lakewood Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Bass-kin on the RIver-Tiny House in F'hope-Waterfront-Kayaks-38min to Gulf Reviews
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Our host was amazing. Made the entire stay fantastic and accommodated us arriving an hour early when we miscalculated the time zone change. Took a kayak ride on the river and we were able to fish right of the riverbank. Would highly recommend staying here!
This is our 2nd time staying here. The hosts have been excellent both times. Great location, perfect for kayaking, and easy fishing. If you're looking for a location near downtown Fairhope and close to the gulf, this is your place!
This is a great place to stay for a relaxing getaway. Everything you need for hours of fishing, kayaking, and sitting around a campfire is at your fingertips. Fairhope and the surrounding location provide endless activities.
We loved this little cabin on the Fish River. It had everything we needed including many little things you'd never expect (like fishing gear and live bait). It's a great location. We also enjoyed the town of Fairhope.
A really relaxing yet convenient location. Everything yiu need to enjoy your stay is right there as detailed in the listing. Had a wonderful stay relaxing by the river and had a few friends over for a cook out and all enjoyed the facilities and tranquility.
I had a great stay at Bass-kin on the River. Everything was well thought out and provided. It's a beautiful location and great way to clear your head and be close to nature. Highly recommended!
My husband and I booked this tiny house for a quiet getaway! It was perfect! We thought the loft area was quite cozy. We loved watching the boats pass by on the river. The kitchen was well equipped for us to make breakfast one morning. We would highly recommend this place! We were impressed with all of the information and the labels were very helpful. Michael was a pleasure to work with.
This is a great little place to stay for a long weekend. The owners communication is top notch and the care they obviously have in making sure you have a great stay is very evident. The neighborhood is great (The neighbors two calico cats are the finest greeters there are, they made fishing so much fun!). It is a tiny cabin with alot of charm and thought put into it. We didn't want for anything while there (we didn't cook anything while there but there is a great array of things there to use). I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.
I had plans to surprise my husband with reservations to stay at this tiny cabin on the river back in October!! We are local to the area and we had something come up that caused us to have to reschedule. The property owner, Michael, was more than understanding to accommodate us having to change our dates!! It was very easy and we’re thankful for how flexible he was! The cabin itself was so cute and quaint!! It was exactly what we love and was very clean and organized!! We grilled steaks the first night and were pleased to find all the essentials we needed for the charcoal grill provided for us!! We even had to text the property owner to ask if he had matches or a lighter to use and he was prompt to provide us an answer back!! All through the night and the next morning it had rained a lot, but we enjoyed having a slow Saturday morning listening to the rain hit the tin roof and watched a cozy Christmas movie in the living room!! The WiFi was very fast and worked great!! We honestly loved everything about our stay and have no complaints!! We also thought it was such a special touch to have welcome gifts when we arrived!! Overall, it was a wonderful place and we would love to stay again one day!!
Krista B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Frederick W.
29 Dec 2025
Excellent communication. The tiny house was fantastic. What a nice get away...would love to book again.
We had a wonderful stay! The property was exactly what we were looking for—peaceful, safe, and right on the water with beautiful views. The owners were incredibly helpful, with detailed notes that made everything easy, and they responded quickly anytime we had a question. The home was well-stocked with everything we needed, and we loved having access to the kayaks and fishing poles. The quiet neighborhood made it even more relaxing. Highly recommend