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The Little Prince House: A Colorful Escape

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
The current price is AED 404
AED 1,251 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb

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 Little Prince House: A Colorful Escape

Description:
This historic home offers a breathtaking city skyline view and an escape from the monochrome beige and white of modern design.

Each room bursts with bold colors, lovingly restored furniture, and captivating original art. Every corner is a celebration of unique aesthetics, thoughtfully curated to make your stay unforgettable.

Inspired by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s beloved tale, The Little Prince, the artwork and decor throughout the house create a whimsical, immersive experience.

We lovingly named this space "The Little Prince House" to reflect its whimsical, imaginative charm.


About the Property:
The house features a stunning exterior mural and decor that bring the story to life. Whether you’re a fan of the book or new to it, you’ll find this space enchanting and unique--especially if you are a fan of maximalism, vivid color, and vintage design.

This is a space made to hold special experiences and memories. You'll find yourself in photo-perfect settings with perfect backdrops; you won't forget the time you spent inside this magical space.

Unusual things you'll find here:

- A cabinet full of art supplies, free for you to use
- An assortment of percussion instruments
- A model plane suspended from the bedroom ceiling
- A record player and an assortment of records
- Two typewriters with colorful ink
- A variety of tarot and oracle cards
- A stairwell lit with hundreds of glow in the dark stars
- Two vintage green toilets, and a bathtub dyed to match
- Blacklight art
- tiny surprises

At this time you won't find a TV in the space, but there is a pulldown screen under the mantle in the living room, and a mini-projector that's very easy to set up. If you plan to watch a movie just bring a laptop or phone with a usb-c input.

Located in Birmingham’s Southside neighborhood, The Little Prince House is close to everything in downtown Birmingham.

- 1 mile from UAB
- 2 miles from the Civil Rights Institute
- 3 miles from the BJCC Civic Center
- 14 miles from Oak Mountain Amphitheater

Perched just below the iconic Vulcan statue, the house provides a magnificent view of the city skyline, especially at sunset. We recommend watching from the emerald green sun porch or outside at the picnic table.

The Little Prince House is a wonderful place for families with children--although the steep terraces outside may be a challenge if you have fast-moving toddlers.

We hope you’ll find this place as magical and memorable as we do.

Other things to note:

- The house sits just under the statue of Vulcan that overlooks Birmingham and has a magnificent view of the city skyline. There is a very narrow parking space for one vehicle, and there is street parking available for additional cars.

- There are 40 stairs from the street to the house. We know this makes the house not accessible for everyone; please only book if you're able to walk up stairs to access the home.

- This historic house is filled with art and color and uniquely restored items; it's not a typical AirBNB. If you're looking for a newer place with brand new appliances, this may not be a good fit for you.

- The house is heated and cooled with two mini-split ductless air conditioners. Each bedroom also has a window unit for heating and cooling.

Property manager

Guesty

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking inside is a $500 fine.

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

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Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There are steep terraces with no railings.

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Birmingham, AL

What's nearby

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 17 min walk
  • Children's of Alabama - 3 min drive
  • UAB Hospital - 3 min drive
  • Birmingham Zoo - 4 min drive
  • Samford University - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 9 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Surin West - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Al's Deli & Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Dreamland BBQ - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Little Prince House: A Colorful Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is The Little Prince House: A Colorful Escape located?

Located in Five Points South, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Alabama at Birmingham and UAB Hospital. Vulcan Statue and Vulcan Park and Museum are just steps away.

The Little Prince House: A Colorful Escape Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chantrell B., Cairo, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing time under The Vulcan!
This was truly one of the most unique and enjoyable VRBO stays my family has had. The property was a wonderland of special touches, cozy nooks, and so many conveniences. The listing was really accurate. The property owners answered all inquiries quickly with patience and grace. The location was perfect. We were close to the Homewood area that has many restaurants, close to UAB campus, and close to the connections needed to get around the city. We truly are glad we picked this options for our weekend family stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Little Prince Experience
This place is a colorful, whimsical and cozy little paradise! Beautiful views overlooking the city, prime location close to everything and the neighborhood was super quiet. So much to see and do in this home, and a beautiful backyard area built right in to the mountains/hillside for exploring and located right under Vulcan statue. Would highly recommend this place. Very eclectic and good vibes!!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024