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Walking in Mountain Brook

February 18, 2009 By Rhoda 55 Comments

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Tucked over behind Red Mountain just outside downtown Birmingham, is an area known as Mountain Brook. It’s a prestigious place to live, with stately old homes and an ambience like no other in this city. This real estate is probably the priciest in the city. There is old money and new in Mountain Brook and it’s a beautiful place to take a walk on a fair Sunday afternoon. I’ve wanted to do a post for awhile on Mountain Brook and we were just there last weekend, soaking up the sunshine and enjoying the views, so I thought it was a good time to show you at least a glimpse of Mountain Brook.

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Jemison Park is there on the main road going into Mountain Brook and it’s a beautiful area with a winding creek and lots of woods and trees. You’ll always see dog owners out at any given time in this lovely park, taking advantage of the beauty surrounding them.

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The homes are so lovely too and there is an assortment of styles and architecture sprinkled throughout Mountain Brook. It’s one of the most desirable places to live in Birmingham and I’m sure you can understand why from these pics.

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Some of the trees are labeled for identification on the walking trail lining the creek.

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It’s winter, but still the creek is a peaceful place to be.

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A very fuzzy shot of one of the stately homes flanking this main road.

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A stone bridge crosses over the creek.

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Looking up the brick driveway of another gorgeous old home.

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I can just imagine the inside is just as pretty as the outside.

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Not sure what this water wheel is all about, but my hubby remembers it was here when he was growing up as a child in another area of Mountain Brook. They lived in a small cottage home here when he was just a small boy and he remembers it all fondly. Happily, this area has not changed much in 40 years.

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A unique set up for foot traffic crossing the creek, this takes me back to growing up and spending time walking across rocks whenever I got the chance to play in any creek.

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The daffodils are peeking out now, announcing that Spring is just around the corner.

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And some of my favorite flowers, Lenton Rose always are sure bloomers this time of year.

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These nandina berries stood out against the brown of the trees.

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And that’s a stroll through Mountain Brook. Hope you enjoyed a glimpse of this highly treasured area of Birmingham. There are 3 villages in Mountain Brook, which is a whole other post, but they are quaint and charming places to shop and eat, very much like you would imagine in England. In fact, Mountain Brook, is modeled after English villages, which I found out after we moved here.

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  1. Bonnie says

    February 18, 2009 at 11:31 am

    I loved the “tour” of Mt. Brooke. We are thinking of taking the train from Picayune to Birmingham – a fun trip to do with the kids. Hopfully we can find Mt. Brooke and take time to look, eat and shop. Thanks

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  2. springrose says

    February 18, 2009 at 11:33 am

    So beautiful! I love old houses, the older the better for me, especially if they are well taken care of! One more reason for my hubby and I to take a trip back east!! I have never seen those roses you put in the post, they are beautiful. Do they only grow in your climate? I would love to see pictures of the village and cottages! It makes me think of Little Women!

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  3. Lady Katherine says

    February 18, 2009 at 11:37 am

    I have been to Birmingham, so many times, but one night tired of the motel we rode up to the Mt Brook, is was lovley at night. I did not get to see the mill. Its so wonderful. thanks for the tour.

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  4. Jen says

    February 18, 2009 at 11:49 am

    what a nice area. i truly enjoyed this…the walk was nice too.

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  5. Glenda/MidSouth says

    February 18, 2009 at 11:56 am

    Beautiful area – Thanks for the tour. I love the older, established neighborhoods like that.
    Glenda

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  6. Linda says

    February 18, 2009 at 12:05 pm

    Mountain Brook is absolutely beautiful. The houses are gorgeous, but the nature is like being on a vacation. Thanks for the trip. Linda

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  7. Runner Mom says

    February 18, 2009 at 12:41 pm

    Hey, Rhoda! Thanks so much for sharing those lovely pictures! Glad y’all had a fun day!
    Blessings,
    Susan

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  8. Anonymous says

    February 18, 2009 at 12:55 pm

    I love going through Mountain Brook on the way to the zoo or to the Botanical Gardens..what I love most about it,at this time of year your pictures can’t show…all the shade that Mountain Brook has! I would love to live on property like that!

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  9. Susan says

    February 18, 2009 at 1:07 pm

    Thanks for the tour of such a gorgeous area. I love the trees and creeks. Beautiful homes surrounded by beautiful nature…what more could you want?

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  10. HeathahLee says

    February 18, 2009 at 4:44 pm

    LOVED Those pictures! That looks like a gorgeous area to live in. The pictures of the creek reminded me of Piney Creek in the Ozarks, where my Daddy used to have a cabin. He sold it a few years ago and I still mourn for it! Those pictures made me think of the peaceful winter vacations we took up there. Thank you!

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  11. Michelle says

    February 18, 2009 at 4:56 pm

    Oh my! Thank you so much for sharing the pictures of Mountain Brook. It was one of my favorite areas and the water mill house was my dream house as a child. I was just talkin’ to my kids about it last week and then I see photos on your blog. I took 3 of my kids to Alabama in October and we drove through Mountain Brook.

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  12. Jennifer says

    February 18, 2009 at 5:01 pm

    we were among the dog-walkers on the Jemison Park trail on Sunday afternoon. I try to do it at least once every weekend, and usually add in a little neighborhood tour while I’m there. beautiful area!

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  13. [email protected] says

    February 18, 2009 at 5:04 pm

    Thanks Rhoda for sharing!! I love the older homes, and how the yards are full of mature trees which makes for some beautiful shade gardens. The surroundings look peaceful.Have a great day!!

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  14. Susie from Bienvenue says

    February 18, 2009 at 5:37 pm

    Hi Rhoda! Cant wait to see your new look! Did you get my email?

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  15. mary beth says

    February 18, 2009 at 6:00 pm

    Thanks for sharing..Im new to your blog and love it! I am so jealous that you have daffodils already! We wont see any for another month or so! Loved taking the walking tour with you!

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  16. Blondie's Journal says

    February 18, 2009 at 6:33 pm

    Rhoda,

    Mountain Brook looks like a beautiful place to live or visit. The homes are just beautiful! To live in one and look out at all that beauty…

    Thanks for a great OW post!

    xoxo
    Janie

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  17. Tara says

    February 18, 2009 at 6:48 pm

    What a lovely area, thanks for sharing!

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  18. justabeachkat says

    February 18, 2009 at 7:12 pm

    Birmingham really is a lovely city, especially the Mountain Brook area. Lots of wonderful (yet pricey) places to shop and eat too. Great photos.

    Hugs!
    Kat

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  19. [email protected] Picture is Worth.... says

    February 18, 2009 at 10:02 pm

    Hi Rhoda,
    That is certainly a beautiful area! I enjoyed the walking tour.

    Now can I count those steps on my pedometer? LOL

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  20. Lady Dorothy says

    February 19, 2009 at 12:33 am

    The homes are beautiful, but those daffodils are breath-taking. I do love me some daffodils!!

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