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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Birmingham, AL
  • Place, University of Alabama at Birmingham
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, UAB Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Vulcan Statue
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Glen Iris Getaway

Welcome to the Glen Iris Getaway! This eclectic and historic home is the perfect getaway for all parties looking for a getaway in the Magic City. This amazing home boasts spacious bedrooms, high ceilings, large dining areas, swing porches, a theater room, and is full of charm that all guests are sure to enjoy! Located in the Glen Iris neighborhood, it is minutes from Vulcan Trail, George Ward Park, Downtown, and Dreamland Barbeque. Please come and enjoy all of the fun this home has to offer!
-No Smoking allowed!

-Quiet hours after 9 pm--strictly enforced

-2 Pets Maximum- Dogs or Cats less than 60 LBS

-No Pets allowed on the furniture (for cleaning purposes)

-Clean pet waste (in a bag) and place in the garbage can

****NO PARTIES ALLOWED*** $1000 fine plus damages for breaking this rule

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
2 or less pets allowed (only cats or dogs).
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
-No Smoking allowed! -Quiet hours after 9 pm--strictly enforced -2 Pets Maximum- Dogs or Cats less than 60 LBS

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3719758vb
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

About the area

Birmingham

Glen Iris, a neighbourhood in Birmingham, is home to this holiday home. Renaissance Birmingham Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa and Good People Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Birmingham Zoo and Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex or Hoover Metropolitan Complex. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Birmingham, AL

What's nearby

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • UAB Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Regions Field - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Railroad Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Vulcan Statue - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 7 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪UAB Highlands - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Glen Iris Getaway pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Glen Iris Getaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Glen Iris Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Glen Iris Getaway?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Glen Iris Getaway located?

Located in Glen Iris, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from University of Alabama at Birmingham and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center and Bartow Arena are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice House. Good Setup. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication with host. We found house to be very comfortable. We had a great stay and enjoyed Birmingham as always.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house and host. Lots of southern charm and it a great location.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maynette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and as pretty as the pictures on line. The kitchen was wonderful; all updated with top of the line appliances and great for cooking. The coffee bar was nice. Our group consisted of six women 80 and 81 years old. We have known each other since elementary school and have traveled together every year for over 15 years. This was one of our best trips. The house is very spacious and had great seating areas for inside and out side. We thought we would each have a bed but one of them was a bunk bed over a closet and too high for us but there was a king bed which worked out fine. The owners were very responsive to our questions. Highly recommend this place. Very close to restaurants and local interests. We felt very safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeri D.

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

Graduation

Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita P.

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

Great Rental

The house was the prefect set up for our group. Love the porch and deck area!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was exactly as described. It was close to everything we wanted to see. It was very clean and spacious for a large group. Communication with the host was easy, and we got quick responses to our questions. I would recommend this house to anyone visiting Birmingham.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

Weekend

Excellent house. Many bedrooms and beds. Central location in Birmingham. Everything we needed was thereHighly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keri W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came to Bham for my husband’s Masters graduation at UAB and found your stunning home to be in the perfect location. Such a beautiful part of the city and yet so close to campus. We had so much room to spread out, every nook and cranny was comfortable and cozy, and your attention to detail before arrival and during our stay made us feel appreciated and welcome. This is by far one of the nicest, most interesting and eclectic homes our family has ever had the pleasure of staying in!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Logan W.

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

Great Home with ALL the amenities

This home was so perfect for the 8 of us. Plenty of space, perfect location for being back and forth to downtown, and even had all the extras for travelers! We loved our welcome bag too!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tristan S.

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

Glen Iris

A great property for couples and larger families/group outings. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the house was amazing. The charm of the house was noticeable immediately and the decorations were great. Our hosts were very attentive and the entire process was smooth. They answered promptly to any questions we may have had. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone visiting Birmingham. Great location and comfortable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maris B.

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

SEC baseball Championship (Hoover)

Extended family of Auburn/LSU fans in town for the SEC Championship. Easy to get to the Hoover Met and plenty of space for us to unwind and catch up after several long days of baseball. Loved coffee on the front porch. Close to a number of restaurants in the UAB area. We felt well taken care of with snacks, coffee, and essentials. If we go back next year will definitely try to book house again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla H.

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

Excellent Home Away From Home!

This beautiful, charming and spacious home was the perfect place for our family to stay in the Birmingham area. The bedrooms were large and had comfortable beds and bedding. The kitchen was well equipped with what we needed to cook and bake in the large gas oven. The dining room table had ample room for us to enjoy meals together with comfortable seating. There was plenty of room to gather in the living room on the main floor and another sitting room upstairs. Our hosts communicated quickly when we had a question and were one of the kindest we have spoken with over the years. We will definitely stay again for another family gathering when in the area. Mark and Sarah, Thank You!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Al M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My mother was in the hospital nearby, and this home became a safe, comfortable place to rest in between visits. From start to finish, everyone I spoke to went above and beyond to make our stay welcoming, comforting, and peaceful. They consistently asked about my mother’s well-being and took care of every detail so we didn’t have to worry about anything outside of the hospital.We had a small issue with the air conditioning, but the owners responded immediately and resolved it without hesitation. Their sincerity and care were evident in every interaction. The level of customer service was exceptional — it truly felt like we were staying with friends rather than renting a house.The home itself is beautiful, relaxing, and full of fun touches. When more family came to visit for a day, everyone commented on how lovely and inviting it was. The location was ideal, just minutes from the hospital, which made an emotionally difficult time a little bit easier.Thank you so much for your kindness and compassion during our stay. This home gave our family a peaceful place to recharge while caring for my mom, and we are so grateful.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Perfect for large family

We had 9 people staying at Glen Iris Getaway and 4 others gathered with us, for a total of 13. Glen Iris Getaway was the perfect place for our family. The accommodations exceeded our expectations! The home was charming, roomy, and beautifully decorated. The amenities were abundant; towels, washcloths, extra blankets, coffee, creamer, toilet paper, etc. We cooked in the home and found the kitchen well stocked. We brought our own board games to play, but found that Glen Iris already had some, along with books to read. The dining area was large enough for all of us to sit together for meals, games, and conversation. The weather was nice enough to relax on the front porch and screen porch upstairs. If the nights were a little warmer, my son would have loved to sleep on the swing bed on the screen porch. We spent as much time as possible enjoying this home and will definitely stay here again and recommend it to everyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Birmingham for a week

First off let me state that we would stay in this property again and really enjoyed it. Like everything in life there are ways to make things even better. Positives - 1. bedroom set-up. Creates good sleeping space and variety. Master down is good for elderly. Two upstairs bedrooms can sleep parents with a child or multiple people in a room.2. Kitchen and dining area was very functional. Back deck with bbq tied to kitchen made use of that space beneficial. Bar glasses and all cooking items were well stocked. 3. Two separate family rooms - one upstairs creates space for kids or different friends/family members to congregate without all having to be in one space4. Back upstairs screen porch was a super nice surprise that isn’t nearly showcased enough in the listing. Really enjoyed that space during afternoon rain showers. Opportunities1. This is a historic older house that is well maintained but the water pressure is a challenge. Tough to use two showers at a time or use multiple water items like sinks, toilets, dishwasher, or clothes washer simultaneously. The water pressure just isn’t there for that. One at a time yes, two is marginal at best. A worthwhile upgrade would be to add a pressure surge tank to the incoming water supply. 2. The backyard is really nice to look at but when it rains it floods and becomes muddy/unusable but that’s a bit of how it goes as you can’t control the weather but a path to the fire pit and patio wouldBe a nice improvement.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

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