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Downtown Gem 2 Br w Spacious Yard

Vacation home in Florence with balcony

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Interior
Outdoor dining
Private kitchen
Shower
2 bedrooms, WiFi

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Florence, AL
  • Place, Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, University of North Alabama
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, McFarland Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Muscle Shoals, AL (MSL-Northwest Alabama Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Florence

This vacation home is a short stroll from W.C. Handy Home and Shoals Community Theater. The vacation home includes conveniences like a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • W.C. Handy Home - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of North Alabama - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • McFarland Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Indian Mound and Museum - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Muscle Shoals, AL (MSL-Northwest Alabama Regional) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stanfield's River Bottom Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lava Room - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bunyan's Bar-B-Que - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Downtown Gem 2 Br w Spacious Yard

About this space
Take an early morning stroll and enjoy the Wilson Park Fountain. Wander around the historic streets of the University of North Alabama while the city sleeps, then head back for a morning coffee at this stunning duplex with a lifted patio overseeing a part of downtown Florence. We are a pet friendly VRBO and there is a $50 pet fee per animal(:

The space:
This space is a duplex with its own entrance and parking. You do not ever have to interact with other people. You do not share anything at all it is, its own space. This home is on the 2nd floor. If the duplex is rented out from underneath you will have neighbors at the bottom of you. Rest assure we only allow guests to stay here with good track record, (good reviews) I am a super host and have been for a long time now. I will always do my best to ensure my guests enjoy the most out of there stay.

Guest access:
You will have access to the entire backyard. Fully fenced! With extra parking on the outside for large boats.
The vacation home features a balcony or patio and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Outdoor areas

  • Fully-fenced
  • Patio

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Florence, a short 16-minute walk from Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts and also 18 minutes on foot from McFarland Park. You'll also find Indian Mound and Museum and W.C. Handy Home less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does Downtown Gem 2 Br w Spacious Yard have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Muscle Shoals, AL (MSL-Northwest Alabama Regional), which is 7.3 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Downtown Gem 2 Br w Spacious Yard?

Yes, every accommodation at Downtown Gem 2 Br w Spacious Yard comes with a balcony.

Downtown Gem 2 Br w Spacious Yard Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather E.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay and communication
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen S.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Denise N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Washing machine did not work, ac filter very dirty, refrigerator did not cool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda B.

Cute place. Great location.Served its purpose for our stay..
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location

Conveniently located with easy access to everything. Quiet neighborhood
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property truly felt like a home away from home. It was exceptionally clean and had every possible amenity. The bed was very comfortable and cozy. We loved the privacy of the fenced in yard. We will definitely book again, if in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Craig O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute but lacking

We stayed in the unit upstairs. It’s a cute little place which appeared newly renovated. Renovation was subpar. Floors uneven, which created flooring to crack, electrical outlets pushed inward when plugging anything into it, and bathroom door swings into toilet instead of wall. It worked for the 2 of us but for being advertised to accommodate 4 people there was not adequate supplies for 4…. only 2 glasses, 3 towels, 2 wash clothes.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Visiting with my Daughter

I loved staying at this property and will use it again during my Mother/Daughter visits. I live in a small town in Florida near Tallahassee.My visit to see my daughter and her family was about an eight-hour trip. It was so relaxing, welcoming, and comforting to be able to just drive up, go on in, and make myself at home. The owner was terrific and very helpful. My daughter had already recommended the place to two other families who recently stayed and loved it! I can't say enough about my stay and how pleased I was. I will be back! Rhonda Baker Morgan
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Pamela W., Trussville Al/ Chicago Il

Downtown Florence Duplex

First the listing and pictures are accurate depiction of the rental. Bed comfortable. Overall needs TLC..Refrigerator needs a good cleaning. Front door the window was full of smudges. Edison light on deck did not work. Only 3 glasses for entire place. One night people in downstairs were fighting and kept me awake for almost 2 hours. Paper thin walls that you were fighfor o
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The "Downtown Gem" is an ideal description of the well appoinred comfortable property just a few blocks from the business district. If you are wondering about the neighborhood, well it's on the same street as he only Frank Loyd Wright house in Alabama . The only downside we experienced can not be ignored. Communication from the owner was non existent and it was very stressful wondering if we had a place to stay up until hours before check in. The voice mail box was always full and emails not answered. We are learning though that Expedia's system is at least partially responsible for this and VRBO's is just as bad. We will give the owner slack because the support system is awful. It is a fantastic stay at great value!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sydney V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot!

Great spot. Great location. It rained the whole time and we really enjoyed sitting on the covered patio while listening to it. Plenty of areas to lounge around in. We were cozy. Loved that the car was gated in the fenced in backyard. If there was anything I’d add it would be a wine bottle opener and some more ambient light options. Loved this spot. I’ll definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Elise C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

We were traveling with our dog. This place was absolutely PERECT. It was clean, it was convenient, it was comfortable, and the perfect spot to stay with a pet. We will absolutely stay here again if the opportunity presents. I cannot recommend it highly enough.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to UNAB

Carlos was a great host - we had a maintenance issue and he had someone out within the hour and great communication all throughout. Perfect size place for us and two dogs and the fenced yard was great. Thank you again Carlos
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023