[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Historic Spanish Charm + Scenic View | Cozy Casita Vacation home in Birmingham with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106159400/106159356/2f3115a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106159400/106159356/bee51f8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106159400/106159356/4e17e1d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106159400/106159356/b6d3747c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106160000/106159400/106159356/ce7ce70d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on Ruffner Mountain in Birmingham's South East Lake neighborhood, Casita is a charming 1925 Spanish Revival. This warm retreat features plush beds, modern and antique furnishings, and architectural details that will leave you in awe. With a fully equipped kitchen and inviting front porch plus rear deck for lounging or dining al fresco. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41050 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Historic Spanish Charm + Scenic View | Cozy Casita Welcome to Cozy Casita!—a 1925 Spanish Revival home nestled on Ruffner Mountain in Birmingham's South East Lake neighborhood. This cozy retreat blends vintage charm with modern amenities, perfect for families, couples, or solo adventurers. ☀️ Inviting front porch and beautiful backyard 📍 Minutes from downtown Birmingham and UAB 🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances 🐾 Pet-friendly with ample outdoor space 🚗 Driveway parking for two vehicles 🛏️ Two plush queen beds ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator (single-level property) - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Recycling - Unit size: 1,050 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76710000/76700900/76700818/e6a14964.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Chalet / Trendy • Cozy • Contemporary • Urban Birmingham - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 29 reviews CA $176 CA $412 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=76700818&PinnedHotelID=76700818&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74880000/74870900/74870874/300f91e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cheerful Avondale Bungalow Avondale - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 56 reviews CA $117 CA $294 total includes taxes & fees Oct 15 - Oct 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=74870874&PinnedHotelID=74870874&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88820000/88818000/88817919/w903h683x61y0-f6f39c73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quiet home.. 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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 orp5b71610x ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.55946%2C-86.71045&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jF_j3-5g9WaTwTpZ3wn4Syov1dU=) Birmingham, AL #### What's nearby - Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve - 6 min walk - 0.6 km #### Getting around - Birmingham Station - 18 min drive - Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 15 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Jack's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Church's Texas Chicken - ‬3 min drive - ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬3 min drive - ‪Golden Rule Bar-B-Q and Grill - ‬9 min drive - ‪Waffle House - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Historic Spanish Charm + Scenic View | Cozy Casita pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. ### How much does it cost to stay at Historic Spanish Charm + Scenic View | Cozy Casita? > As of Oct 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Spanish Charm + Scenic View | Cozy Casita on Oct 27, 2025 start from CA $133.93, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Birmingham-Hotels-Historic-Spanish-Charm-Scenic-View-Cozy-Casita.h106159356.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Historic Spanish Charm + Scenic View | Cozy Casita? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Historic Spanish Charm + Scenic View | Cozy Casita? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Historic Spanish Charm + Scenic View | Cozy Casita located? > Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve and within 3 mi (5 km) of Southern Museum of Flight and New Bethel Baptist Church. Train Watching Platform is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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