Custom cottage, designed and built by John Eckenstaler, on a beautiful wooded lot in The Waters of Fairhope. This breathtaking 4 bedroom, 4 bath home offers re-claimed vintage brick with hearty board and shakes for accents. Brick pavers on the front porch with tongue & groove ceiling welcome you to this stunning home. You will love the open floor plan with open 23' kitchen, center island with bar, and stainless Kitchen-Aid appliances. The kitchen also features a gas cook-top and convection oven plus oversized walk-in pantry. Shiplap walls and Old Mobile brick columns and fireplace add to the character of this home. The flow is perfect for entertaining especially with the additional 20x19 covered screened porch which features a wood-burning fireplace and access from both the living room and owner's retreat. The home also boasts custom trim and plantation blinds throughout, a fenced back yard, irrigation system and convenient garage utility door for easy access to the back yard. The spacious owner's retreat features barn doors leading to the master bath with a claw foot tub, over-sized shower, separate vanities and huge walk-in closet. There are 2 additional suites downstairs plus a 4th private suite and large bonus or theater room upstairs. This home has it ALL including an 18 SEER HVAC, 2 Rinnai continuous hot water systems, and a whole house Generac Liquid Cool Generator. It is also offers abundant temperature controlled storage, is wired for security & surround sound, and has energy efficient Pella Clad windows. An obscure rear drive leads you to the spacious 3 car garage with epoxy flooring.