The Explorer House *Dogs Welcome*

Alabaster, AL, United States
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About

*Valentine's Day Special!* Enter the Rowling House and be welcomed by chocolates & flowers - for bookings that include Feb. 13 - 15, 2026. Hang on to your hats!  Adventure awaits in this uniquely themed home.  A striking jungle mural in the living room, animal-themed kids' bedrooms, relax in the Jules Verne master bedroom suite - discover all sorts of animals as you explore. Can you find the the locked trunk? Search for clues to discover the hidden surprises inside for use during your stay!

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Other Details to Note

We welcome dogs (no cats, please). We charge a $145 pet fee, with a maximum of three dogs per stay. We request name (s) and breed (s) when booking. Our pet fee is for the entire stay. We ask that all our guests list accurately the total number of guests and pets. There is a nightly fee of $25 dollars per additional guest over the number of three. Thank you!

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What this place offers

Amenities

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Clothing storage

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Clothing storage

Family

  • Board games
  • Children's books and toys
  • Outlet covers
  • Pack 'n Play/travel crib

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Blender
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Location features

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance

Outdoors

  • Garden or backyard
  • Patio or balcony

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Single level home No stairs in home

Services

  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more

House Rules

EXPLORER HOUSE RULES • Check-in: 4:00 - 10:00 PM • Check-out: 10:00 AM *Early check-in: pre-arrangement required (contact host) *Late check-out: pre-arrangement required (see below) • No dogs unless authorized when making your reservation. Unauthorized dogs will result in a cancellation of the reservation and a $500 charge for extra cleaning. *$125 pet fee (dogs permitted) **Please pick up after your pet** • Do not eat food in the beds • Respect neighbors • Please follow check-in and out instructions • Do not wash dishes in the bathroom sink • Do not burn candles, incense or any other open flames • Security system including the smoke detectors, doorbell camera and carbon monoxide monitors are installed for your protection **Disabling or tampering with this system is a violation of the house rules and will result in immediate cancellation of the reservation** • Lock the door AT ALL TIMES. We want you and your things to be safe. • No smoking, vaping, or use of marijuana at anytime anywhere on the property, INCLUDING THE PORCH. Smoking will cause immediate cancellation of the reservation. • No parties, events, birthdays, bachelor or bachelorette stays, get-togethers, hangouts and the like. • Do not have more guests than stated in your reservation & no unapproved visitors. • No loud music or disturbances, especially noise past 8 pm. • We are not responsible or liable for any accidents, injuries or illness that occur while on the premises. We are not responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables during your stay. We cannot be responsible for any items left behind. DAMAGE OR VIOLATIONS FEES • FEES: Stained linens (towels and sheets) that cannot be cleaned = $40 charge per item • FEES: Noise complaints – 1st complaint = warning; 2nd complaint = $100 charge & cancellation of the reservation. • FEES: Lost TV remote = $100 charge • FEES: Smoking (any kind) = $250 charge & cancellation of the reservation • FEES: Unapproved Late Check Out = Every 30 min after 10:00 a.m. additional $75. (Please understand that we have cleaners scheduled after your stay, so reach out if you need an extension.) • FEES: $50 charge per night per person for each person above the number of guests in your reservation.

Accessibility

Neighborhood

There are sidewalks, and a small park near the lower side of the neighborhood, which has a basketball court, walking trail, restrooms and a playground. Fun for the whole family!

Guest Access

Reviews

KIMBERLY
February 2026 · Direct booking
We had another wonderful stay at the Explorer house! Gabrielle is the best host! So kind and so responsive. The house is very well equipped, supplied, and set up. She thinks of all the little things that are so helpful when traveling, from the dog beds, to very well placed night lights, labeled light switches, and cupboards so you know where things are and where they go. The house is nice, very clean, and the fenced back yard is amazing! We love to stay here.
Elizabeth
January 2026 · Airbnb
This was a lovely house- just as nice as the photos and the backyard was wonderful for dogs. The pictures don so it justice. I loved my stay and felt so at home and comfortable.
Alana
November 2025 · Airbnb
We enjoyed our stay at the mystery house. The house is beautifully decorated and comfortable. Huge back yard for the dogs to enjoy. We had a great time searching for the treasure with our son… such a fun surprise! Gabrielle was incredibly responsive and super friendly. Our family will definitely stay at this property again.
Sharon
November 2025 · Airbnb
Amazing stay! Gabrielle was extremely responsive and friendly. House was spotless upon arrival, with very clear instructions about who to contact if any issues arose and what to do before leaving. There are a lot of houses in the neighborhood, but we never heard a peep from anyone. Once you walk in the house and close the door you would never know that there are any neighbors around you. I felt very safe. Wonderful fenced in backyard. Well equipped kitchen. Felt just like being at home. Small details can make or break a location, and Gabrielle has tried to hit on all those small details to make you feel right at home. Gabrielle and I, discovered we shared a mutual love of books and she thoughtfully made sure there were books there from one of my favorite authors. Since we are in the area several times a year visiting family, we definitely hope to be able to stay with Gabrielle again in the future.

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