The Perfect Spring Getaway In Alabama Starts With One Of These 9 Picture-Perfect Airbnbs

Tiptoe through the acres of tulips at Hubert Family Farms in New Market. There, you can pick beautiful blooms and enjoy other special activities like hot air balloon rides, a petting zoo, and more (weather permitting). Then arrange your freshly picked bouquet on a counter or table of this perfect little cottage about 13 miles south in Northeast Huntsville. The quaint little house is part of a property surrounding an 1844 former plantation home listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The cottage has its own entrance and porches to look out on the pastures and surrounding 150 acres. A 15-minute walk through the property will take you to scenic Flint River views.

Stay in a modern farmhouse on a 200-acre operational farm in Fort Payne, a beautiful property and home base for venturing out to some of the most spectacular spring sights in the entire state. Plan your stay long enough so you can take full advantage of the excellent proximity to DeSoto State Park, DeSoto Falls, the charming town of Mentone, Little River Canyon, and Historic Downtown Fort Payne. After your days of hiking, shopping, and other adventures, you can relax by slipping into the soothing hot tub or gathering around the outdoor fire pit. Tip: Try to make it for Wildflower Saturday at DeSoto State Park, which is actually a two-day weekend event always held the first weekend of May. Guests enjoy many guided wildflower hikes and walks and meals at the park's Mountain Inn Restaurant.

The name "Mountain Laurel House" is your first clue as to why this is a wonderful spot in spring because the wildflowers are stunning in the Mentone area. You'll see mountain laurel, azaleas, oakleaf hydrangea, honeysuckle, huckleberry, trillium, and dozens more. Makes sense one of the town's most beloved spots is the Wildflower Cafe. Don't miss Wildflower Saturday at nearby DeSoto State Park the first weekend of May, and Mentone hosts its Rhododendron Festival the third weekend of May. The one-bedroom, one-bath house is a sweet escape tucked into a wooded property just seven miles from Mentone's town center and half a mile from DeSoto Falls.

Spring and horses seem to go hoof and hoof for many reasons. It's the time of year when equestrians and their horses can enjoy more pleasant weather for rides and green pastures. Some of the biggest equestrian events open up the season, with the Kentucky Three Day Event at Kentucky Horse Park the last weekend of April and the Kentucky Derby the first weekend of May. A gorgeous place to immerse yourself in refined equine culture is a stay at The Carriage House At Windwood Equestrian. This wedding event facility and equine center is located in the Shelby County community of Pelham, which is about 18 miles southeast of Birmingham. The metro is home to many more excellent attractions that shine in spring, like Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Vulcan Park, and Railroad Park.

The "welcoming committee" at this farm cottage in Montevallo is all I needed to see to be sold on the idea of a spring stay on this precious property. The land comprises 32 acres that also include a pool, pastures, two ponds, and the main house. The whimsical décor style extends from the inside out and includes many antiques and artworks, which you can purchase. The artist occasionally hosts art workshops at adjacent properties, for those interested. Meanwhile, your Montevallo location makes it easy to visit area destinations that are especially colorful this time of year, like the Tinglewood Trail at Orr Park and Festival of Tulips at American Village. If you plan your stay for the third weekend of May, you'll be within a 25-minute drive over to West Blocton for the Cahaba Lily Festival.

Springtime on a farm brings sights and smells of the greenest pastures, busy noises of working the land, and the sweetness of calving season. If you love the idea of an even more authentic farm stay, consider this barn loft in Jones, a small community near Selma and Montgomery. From the outside of this place, you'd never expect the 1,200 square feet of comfortable and well-appointed living quarters in the rustic barn loft. Outside you'll see cows grazing down below, and inside you can post up on the spacious couch and enjoy a movie on the 60-inch TV or even play a few rounds of pool while grilling out on the deck. If you like dogs, you'll love the property's two majestic Great Pyrenees farm dogs. And if you don't, fear not – they have their own fenced space.

The rural and colorful country retreat in Frisco City is located just nine miles southwest of Monroeville, which becomes a hot destination in April every year for its theatrical performances, the "To Kill A Mockingbird Play," presented every weekend throughout the month. Hometown to the book's late author Harper Lee and the inspiration for the fictional town of Maycomb in her famous novel, Monroeville is the Literary Capital of Alabama and a charmer to visit any time of year. This home located on a quiet country road adjacent to a pasture gets high praise for its tidyness and cozy vibe.

You'll start this getaway gazing at the beautiful blooms that fill Bellingrath Gardens in Theodore, a stunning destination in spring and a place Cosmopolitan has named the state's most beautiful place. Then, cruise about 10 miles southwest to this bayside retreat in Coden for breathtaking views; a private pier for fishing, crabbing, or launching a kayak; and balconies on both sides of the home for relaxing. Inside you'll find three bedrooms, two baths, and an open living space. Down below, there's another bathroom, and an outdoor dining and cookout space featuring a Green Egg grill. The property is outfitted with tons of amenities like a washer and dryer, a fully equipped kitchen, and basic outdoor gear like two kayaks, and standard fishing poles. You can bring your boat and jetskis to launch from nearby boat ramps within short drives.

Spring is the best time for fishing in Alabama, and Eufaula is the Bass Capital of the World. Meanwhile, the state's oldest historic tour of homes is Eufaula's Spring Pilgrimage, which is held in early spring, usually the first weekend of April. Those are just two reasons among many to make a visit to this southeast Alabama destination, and this waterfront home is a solid choice for your stay. The new-construction home overlooks White Oak Creek and features a massive covered deck, outdoor fire pit, and refreshing open living area indoors with a fully equipped kitchen. There are two bedrooms with queen beds and two baths, plus a queen air mattress for additional sleeping accommodations if needed. There's space for a boat trailer onsite and a community boat ramp a quarter mile away.