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♥ Lake Tuscaloosa Retreat - Family Friendly - High Speed WiFi

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Extendable dining room table
Large family room with 55" 4K TV
Spacious deck with 6 burned BBQ
Ample seating on the deck to enjoy the private yard
Home is less than 1 mile to boat rental and launch, and less than 10 mins to grocery store

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7199.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Northport, Alabama
  • Lake Tuscaloosa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • University of Alabama
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Bryant-Denny Stadium
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Tuscaloosa, AL (TCL-Tuscaloosa Regional)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

♥ Lake Tuscaloosa Retreat - Family Friendly - High Speed WiFi

Summary:
Enjoy the feel of a High End tree house in this private retreat near Lake Tuscaloosa.

• Cleaners follow the CDC's cleaning guidelines for your health and safety
• 2150 sqft (200 sqm) home on 1.2 wooded acres
• Gigantic private decks w 180° views
• Open floor plan that lets everyone enjoy the home together
• Less than 1 mile to boat rental and marina
• Less than 10 mins from a major grocery store
• Fully stocked kitchen

The Space:
You're going to feel like you tucked away in the forest in this cabin. The large 25" wall of window provides a great view of the trees from most rooms. French doors connect the large great room and balcony perfect for gather friends and family. The house isn't directly on the lake, but it is just a short drive to the marina and boat rental.

• 6-burner BBQ
• Ample seating on the deck and living room
• Extendable dining room table
• Three 55" 4k TVs for watching movies and the game
• Gig speed internet/Wifi
• All major streaming services provided (Netflix, Hulu, etc...)
• 2 bedrooms/1 bathrooms downstairs (1 king, 2 fulls) and 1 bedroom (king)/1 bathroom upstairs
• Bonus den in loft
• Onsite washer/dryer
• Dogs are welcome (2 Maximum)

Guest Access:
You have access to the entire house and yard/property
• Contactless check-in
• Self check-in possible 24/7
• Late/early check-in available upon request

The Neighborhood:
Lake Tuscaloosa is a great place for fishing and enjoying the water and only a 20 min drive to Downtown Tuscaloosa.

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Getting Around:
A car is recommended at this location.

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Other Things to Note:
To abide by all legal requirements and building security rules, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official government-issued photo ID, confirm your contact information, provide a valid credit card with a name that matches your ID, pass through our verification portal and, in some instances, complete a criminal background check.

Important note: The information is collected for screening and verification only and is not stored or used for any other purposes.

Please be advised that all guests will be asked to sign a rental usage agreement that governs the terms of the stay. By completing the reservation you agree to the following:

- You agree to be bound by our rental terms and conditions.
- You acknowledge that you will be required to provide a copy of a valid government-issued ID and matching credit card prior to check-in.
- You acknowledge that you may be required to undergo a background check if mandated by the property management company or the building, as stated in accordance with your rental agreement and condition of the booking.
- You understand that your check-in instructions might be withheld until you have successfully completed our verification portal.
- The home does have external cameras in the front and back of the house for the home's safety

This home is in a quiet neighborhood. Please be as kind and friendly to the neighbors.

Here are some good neighbor pointers:
• Observe quiet hours between 10pm and 8am
• Say "Hi" if you see a neighbor walking
• Pick up after you pet
• Clean up any trash you find in the yard
• Keep your speed down entering and exiting the property

Unhappy neighbors limit my ability to host guests

Interaction with Guests:
I try to get back in under an hour. I’m typically not available from 11pm to 6am (sleep is important!) but I’ll try to respond if it’s an emergency

Property manager

RYAN L WINZENBURG

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Northport

Northport is home to this holiday home. Bryant-Denny Stadium and Northport Historic District are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lurleen State Park and Lake Tuscaloosa. Van de Graaff Arboretum & Historic Bridge Park and R&R Cigars are also worth visiting.
Map
Northport, Alabama

What's nearby

  • Lake Tuscaloosa - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • University of Alabama - 19 min drive - 21.3 km
  • Tuscaloosa Amphitheater - 19 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Tuscaloosa River Walk - 20 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Bryant-Denny Stadium - 21 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

  • Tuscaloosa Station - 18 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jalapeno's Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jack's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brown Bag - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Los Tarascos - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ♥ Lake Tuscaloosa Retreat - Family Friendly - High Speed WiFi pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at ♥ Lake Tuscaloosa Retreat - Family Friendly - High Speed WiFi ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at ♥ Lake Tuscaloosa Retreat - Family Friendly - High Speed WiFi ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ♥ Lake Tuscaloosa Retreat - Family Friendly - High Speed WiFi located?

Situated in Northport, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Lake Tuscaloosa and within 6 miles (10 km) of Carolwood Lake and Lary Lake. Faucett Brothers Park and Lake Sherwood are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

TJ C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Loved the property, very stylish, spacious, and clean. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home, great stay

Everything was great, enjoyed stay very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet neighborhood and close to everything

The property was as described. Ryan was wonderful to work with. Check in process was simple with no problems. House has plenty of room for large family. Internet and tv services were amazing. House is on a hill so may be a little challenging for someone with a disability if you wanted to walk in yard but otherwise it was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for Fishing or Catching the Tide

We wanted a place we could take our boat and be close to the stadium and lake. This place had it all.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to gather with friends

We were meeting with friends for a function in Tuscaloosa, the house suited our needs perfectly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Jason S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice but needs improvement

This is a really beautiful home. The beds were very comfortable. There were puzzles to play with (but the one we put together was missing about 30 pieces). The cabinets were stocked with some extras. There were soaps and shampoos. The owner was extremely helpful and responsive.There were a few negatives though that need to be addressed. We saw several signs of rat droppings around the house. There was some trash in the carpet in the bedroom upstairs that was not vacuumed up. There was what appeared to be pet hair in a dish in the cabinet and some on the dining room table. There was something splattered on the walls in between the kitchen and living room. There was also something splattered on the blinds going up the stairs. The towels and washcloths on the shelves above the washer and dryer were still wet so we weren't sure if they were still wet from not being washed or if they had been washed and not dried. I recommend this property if the above is addressed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Stay

As described
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wooded Retreat Close to UA

We enjoyed our stay as we attended activities at U of Alabama. It was a convenient location, about 20 minutes away from the university. The neighborhood is very quiet, and the property was spacious and clean. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Perriann B., Benton, La.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet location

This property is in a very quiet location, did not here any traffic or neighbors. My family and I were in for an unexpected death in the family and it was the perfect spot to have for privacy.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Anniversary getaway

The property was in a good location, and was large enough. There was a major rodent (rat) problem. I contacted the owner on Friday night and he said a pest control company was coming out Saturday and they didn't come.. Saturday morning and Sunday morning the rodents had ate all the food on the counter and then left droppings all over the house.. I won't be there again..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly as Advertised

Easy booking, good communication with host, very clean and neat property. House is exactly as it appears online. The neighborhood is very quiet. We were in town for a Bama home football game, quick 25 min drive to stadium. Would definitely stay here again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Retreat

This home is in a nice neighborhood and it is very relaxing. The road the home is located on is a dead end street so there is very little traffic that travels by this property unless they are local residents. I never heard any outside noise and I felt comfortable and secure enough that I would have stayed here alone. The house was clean and nicely decorated. It was pet friendly which is a huge deal for our family. It’s very spacious with plenty of room for extended family. The house has a nice large deck for outside entertaining. There isn’t a lot more that I can say about the home that the ad doesn’t cover so the next time you have to travel to Tuscaloosa or the surrounding area, get away from the busy streets and check this place out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

mario m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lot of space and quiet

We really enjoyed our stay. Kitchen had everything we needed and house has a lot of room. Neighborhood is very nice and quiet. Just a short drive from Tuscaloosa but there are stores in the area for groceries, etc. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Monica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Weekend in T-Town

Spacious home. Plenty of room to sprawl out and enjoy TV and putting together the puzzle in tge dining area. Piggly Wigggly and plenty of convenience stores nearby so you aren’t constantly running into Tuscaloosa. The gas stations have propane tanks for tge grill so don’t go clear to Tusca if gas needed for tge grill. House was clean and spacious with comfy beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for family

Great place to stay with plenty of room! Owner was quick to fix any issues that we had.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dustin Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great comfort

Nicely updated interiors with very quality beds and linens. Comfortable house that will definitely be on my repeat list for Alabama football weekends!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gameday Weekend

A beautiful open Great room with a wall of windows greet you as you walk into this property. Relaxing for certain! Owner was just exemplary in his interest in your stay and oh! so helpful. Logistics to the campus & UA stadium worked quite well from this home and I would recommend staying here for that marvelous Gameday experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Cal K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location.

We came for football weekend and the house was just far enough from downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H., Morristown TN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Our family stayed in this house for 3 nights it was the best 3 nights sleep ever, every bed in this house is amazing. Location is easy and short drive anywhere. Beautiful deck for sunning or afternoon relaxation. Can't forget the nice friendly dog that came to visit daily don't be scared hes big but nice and cuddly. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Baseball Tournament Adventure

A very relaxing home with an incredible deck to kick-back on and chill. Lots of great books to thumb through, and the home is beautifully furnished. So happy this home was available for us to enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Robert k., North of Los Angeles

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Unfortunately we came for a funeral and we needed to accommidate 6 people. I like to stay in places outside of town and this is about 20 minutes from Tuscaloosa. Plenty big enough for all of us and in a forested quiet neighborhood. Had everything we could need with no hassles. Great house. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Barbara H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Northport

Communication with Ryan, the property owner, was great. He answered questions quickly and I appreciated the email with reminders for check out. The outside of the property could’ve been a little cleaner; however, there had been a bad storm roll through a couple of days prior to our arrival. Overall, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation getaway

Nice location and very private.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

J J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home.

Great stay. Beautiful, comfortable home. Super comfy beds. Ryan was VERY attentive and easy to get a hold of.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Paul M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get together

We were the first to rent this property. All in all we had a great experience. There were a couple of minor issues but Ryan made every effort to resolve. The neighborhood is quite and safe and there are some great restaurant choices in the area. Tuscaloosa is a great town and I highly recommend a visit to Lake Lurleen State Park. You can also rent a boat at the nearby marina and cruise Lake Tuscaloosa for the day. Thanks for a great place for our family to get together Ryan!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by RYAN L WINZENBURG

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Hi, I’m Ryan! Originally from Colorado, I’ve always had a passion for creating spaces where people feel at home. When I’m not hosting, you can find me hanging out with my kids, hiking with my dogs, or climbing the hills on my mountain bike.

Hosting allows me to combine my love for hospitality with my appreciation for meaningful connections. Whether you’re here for a quiet getaway or an exciting adventure, I’m dedicated to making your stay unforgettable. I look forward to welcoming you and helping you experience the best of Chattanooga.

Why they chose this property

Nestled on two peaceful wooded acres, just one mile from the sparkling shores of Lake Tuscaloosa, this home offers a serene retreat surrounded by nature. The neighborhood combines the tranquility of a wooded escape with the convenience of being close to one of Alabama’s most picturesque recreational lakes.

What I love most about this area is its balance of relaxation and activity. The nearby Lake Tuscaloosa is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, paddleboarding, or simply soaking in the scenic beauty. The surrounding woods provide privacy, a sense of calm, and the perfect backdrop for spotting local wildlife or enjoying a quiet evening under the stars.

The neighborhood is known for its friendly community feel, with neighbors who share a love for the outdoors and a laid-back lifestyle. Despite the natural setting, it’s conveniently located near local amenities and just a short drive to Tuscaloosa’s vibrant downtown scene, where you can explore dining, shopping, and cultural attractions.

Living here feels like having your own private retreat while still being connected to everything you need. It’s the perfect spot to escape, recharge, and make unforgettable memories.

What makes this property unique

This property stands out from the rest with its perfect blend of nature, comfort, and location. Sitting on two private wooded acres, it offers a rare sense of seclusion and tranquility that’s hard to find, especially being just one mile from the shores of Lake Tuscaloosa. Whether you’re seeking a quiet escape or easy access to outdoor adventures, this property delivers.

What makes this home truly unique is its thoughtful design. With 3 spacious bedrooms and a versatile bonus loft area, it offers plenty of space for families, groups, or remote workers looking for a change of scenery. The open-concept living spaces are perfect for connecting, while large windows bring in natural light and offer stunning views of the surrounding forest.

Unlike many other vacation rentals in the area, this home sits on a sprawling wooded lot, giving you unmatched privacy and room to roam. Relax on the deck with a morning coffee, explore the trails on the property, or gather around the fire pit under a canopy of stars.

Its proximity to Lake Tuscaloosa makes it a dream for water lovers, but it’s also just a short drive to Tuscaloosa’s lively downtown for those who want to explore local dining and attractions. This home offers a unique opportunity to experience the best of both worlds: peaceful seclusion and easy access to all the area has to offer.

Languages:

English