Summit Street Inn

02/19/2026

🌼 A little piece of Summit Street history… and we need your ideas! 🌼
Tucked into our side courtyard is this incredible Carolina jasmine, and if you look closely at the photos, you’ll see its massive trunk tells a story of many, many years spent growing right here. It’s one of those quiet, beautiful details that makes Summit Street Inn feel like home.
As we continue restoring and caring for the property, we’d love to make this jasmine a permanent focal point—something guests and neighbors can enjoy for generations to come. And who better to ask than our community?
How would you highlight it?
A trellis? Seating beneath it? Soft lighting? Something creative and unexpected?
Take a look at the photos and share your thoughts below. We truly love hearing from you and being part of this community. 💛🌿

02/02/2026

Mobile Bay at Fairhope Pier where visits once began by bay boat or steamer from Mobile in the early 1900s.
A strong north wind today “sucked the water out of the bay,” as we Southerners say.
Such a sight to see. Warmer days ahead. 🌬️🌊

11/07/2025

✨ Summit Street Inn: A New Chapter Begins ✨
Today, standing in the hallway of the Summit Street Inn — the one that now stretches from the garage entrance I’ve walked through a thousand times — I felt something shift inside me.
The new walls are up. The bones of this place are taking shape again. And in that moment, I realized this isn’t just a renovation. It’s a rebirth. Of a building, yes — but also of me.
This journey has twisted and turned in ways I never expected. It’s been messy, beautiful, exhausting, and exhilarating. I’ve watched pieces of the past fall away and new ones rise in their place. It feels like a birth and a death all at once — letting go of what was, and embracing what’s becoming.
Restoring the Summit Street Inn is more than construction. It’s a restoration of meaning, of purpose, of soul. And I’m finally ready to start sharing it with you.
Welcome to the journey. 💛

11/07/2025

✨ Summit Street Inn: A New Chapter Begins ✨
Today, standing in the hallway of the Summit Street Inn, the one that now stretches from the garage entrance I’ve walked through a thousand times, I felt something shift inside me.
The new walls are up. The bones of this place are taking shape again. And in that moment, I realized this isn’t just a renovation. It’s a rebirth. Of a building, yes but also of me.
This journey has twisted and turned in ways I never expected. It’s been messy, beautiful, exhausting, and exhilarating. I’ve watched pieces of the past fall away and new ones rise in their place. It feels like a birth and a death all at once letting go of what was, and embracing what’s becoming.
Restoring the Summit Street Inn is more than construction. It’s a restoration of meaning, of purpose, of soul. And I’m finally ready to start sharing it with you.
Welcome to the journey. 💛

12/21/2024

It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas! 🎄 With a dip in the temperature and Christmas decorations all over town, Fairhope is a great place to spend Christmas with your family, and the Summit Street Inn is the ideal place in Fairhope to stay. Within walking distance of downtown shops and eateries, and the pier on Mobile Bay, you’re in the perfect place to experience all the holiday activities Fairhope and the Gulf Coast have to offer. Book online at [email protected] or contact Shelley Springer at (251) 605-0698 for your special holiday offer.
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12/08/2024

Take A Peek@TheSummitStreetInn today 11-3pm

11/08/2024

Tuesday, November 11 is Veterans Day in the U.S. and Europe. Originally called Armistice Day, it began as an occasion to reflect upon the heroism of those who died in their country’s service. It falls on November 11, the anniversary of the signing of the armistice that ended World War I. In 1954, the name of the holiday was changed from “Armistice Day” to “Veterans Day” in order to recognize veterans of all wars. We celebrate and honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Veterans Day is a time for us to pay our respects to those who have served. For one day, we stand united in respect for you, our veterans. It’s an important day to show appreciation. The City of Fairhope celebrates its military veterans with a Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, November 9. The parade starts at 10 a.m. from the Fairhope Civic Center, featuring local veterans’ organizations, military vehicles, as well as the Fairhope High School Band and Daphne High School ROTC.
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09/26/2024

Hey Jeff,
Your lunch from yesterday is still on our front porch.
💋Your friends Summit Street Inn

09/02/2024

Located just up from the iconic Fairhope Pier, The Summit Street Inn is the ideal location for guests visiting Fairhope. Come stay with us and see why this is Fairhope’s oldest hotel still operating almost 100 years.

Explore charming Gulf Coast towns where history meets natural beauty. These delightful escapes offer pristine beaches, cultural landmarks, and rich heritage.

08/31/2024

The Baldwin Prep Academy is up-and-running for this school year! This new vocational-learning and specialized school in Loxley, AL is considered the new “future of education”. At the Preparatory Academy, rigorous learning and on-the-job experience are integrated in their state of the art building designed for career immersion. Students work in their career specific environments, and the school features classrooms configured like dental and physician clinics, a wing modeled to look like a hair and nail salon for cosmetology students, and garages for classes involving welding and automotive repair. There is a waitlist for student acceptance- if your student is interested start looking at the application now on Baldwin Prep Academy’s website.
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08/10/2024

Observed the first Monday in September, Labor Day is an annual celebration of the social and economic achievements of American workers highlighting contributions workers have made to America’s strength, prosperity, and well-being. Plan your fun Labor Day getaway to the Summit Street Inn in Fairhope, AL. 🏖️🛍️Spend the long weekend relaxing and enjoying the laidback community of Fairhope. The Inn is within walking distance of special eateries, shops, and the outdoor activities at the Fairhope Pier on Mobile Bay. Call Shelley at (251) 605-0698 or go online to SummitStreetInn.com to book your reservations.