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Hanover Haven | Grand Historic Retreat/Game Room

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Interior
Interior
Smart TV, ping pong, books, stereo
Exterior
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathrooms288 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Birmingham, AL
  • Place, Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Alabama at Birmingham
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, UAB Hospital
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the area

Birmingham

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Birmingham, within a 5-minute drive of University of Alabama at Birmingham and UAB Hospital. .This family-friendly vacation home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Samford University.

What's nearby

  • Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kirklin Clinic - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • UAB Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Birmingham Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 8 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rojo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hattie B's Chicken - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Hanover Haven | Grand Historic Retreat/Game Room

Welcome to Hanover Haven, a grand 115-year-old Birmingham home where historic charm meets modern comfort. Perfectly positioned in one of the city’s most vibrant areas, you’re just a short walk to beloved parks, restaurants, nightlife, and local shops — and only minutes from UAB, the BJCC, and downtown attractions.

This spacious historic retreat was designed with groups in mind. Inside, you’ll find soaring ceilings, rich character details, and plenty of room to gather. The oversized kitchen makes hosting easy, while multiple living spaces ensure everyone has room to relax.

For entertainment, the sunroom welcomes you with classic game stations including Pool, Ping Pong, and Air Hockey — the perfect setup for friendly competition. TVs in every room with streaming access (Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, ESPN+) mean no one misses their favorite shows or the big game.

Step outside and enjoy the porches and decks — ideal for morning coffee, evening grilling, or simply soaking in the charm of this historic neighborhood.

For safety and preservation of the home, the attic, basement, and backyard are not accessible to guests. The two main levels, front yard, porch, and both decks are fully yours to enjoy during your stay.

There is ample free street parking available. If traveling with multiple vehicles, we kindly ask that you park directly in front of the property, across the street, or further along the circle rather than in front of neighboring homes.

My goal is always a seamless five-star experience. I'm honored to host you and am just a message away if you need anything during your stay.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a water park, or other amenities including an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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 fire extinguisher and 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

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Hanover Haven | Grand Historic Retreat/Game Room Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kate K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, great location and nice and quiet for our family.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

A guest from Birmingham, AL B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Property. Host was responsive to complaints.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful older home, we enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025