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The Cottage on College Street: Cozy 2BR house in Florence AL near UNA, McFarland

Florence vacation home with kitchen

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Shower, hair dryer
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bathrooms100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Florence, AL
  • Place, W.C. Handy Home
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, McFarland Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, University of North Alabama
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Muscle Shoals, AL (MSL-Northwest Alabama Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the area

Florence

In Florence .Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find W.C. Handy Home and Wildwood Park. Florence Municipal Park and McFarland Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • W.C. Handy Home - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wildwood Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • McFarland Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of North Alabama - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Shoals Community Theater - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Muscle Shoals, AL (MSL-Northwest Alabama Regional) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Stanfield's River Bottom Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ricatoni's Italian Grill - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Lost Pizza Co. Shoals - ‬19 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.

The Cottage on College Street: Cozy 2BR house in Florence AL near UNA, McFarland

Step into a piece of Shoals history. Originally built in the 1940s, this beautifully renovated craftsman-style cottage blends timeless charm with modern comfort — and puts you right in the heart of everything Florence has to offer, with close proximity to the University of North Alabama (UNA) and McFarland park.

With two bedrooms and two baths, the cottage is the perfect home base whether you`re here for a weekend getaway, a fishing tournament on the Tennessee River, or soaking up the legendary music culture that made this region famous. The Shoals has given the world more hit records than almost anywhere else on earth, and you can feel that creative energy the moment you arrive.

Location is everything here. Stroll to some of Florence`s best restaurants or take a short drive to downtown`s shops, galleries, and live music venues. The University of North Alabama campus is just minutes away, and McFarland Park — one of the region`s premier fishing tournament hubs — is right around the corner. History lovers will appreciate being close to both the W.C. Handy Birthplace Museum, celebrating the Father of the Blues, and the stunning Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Rosenbaum House.

Inside, you`ll find all-new furnishings, a fully stocked coffee bar complete with an espresso machine, and starter provisions to get you settled in right away. When the day winds down, head outside to your private oasis. Fire up the gas grill, gather around the fire pit, and let the Alabama evening do the rest.

Fishing Tournament on Pickwick Lake? The Cottage on College is located 1.5 miles from the boat ramp at McFarland Park. There is enough room in the driveway for your boat and outdoor outlets to use for charging batteries. Make the Cottage your place to stay for a tournament!

The Cottage on College St. isn`t just a place to sleep. It`s a place to arrive.

Guests will have the entire house and backyard oasis to themselves.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,080 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

518277

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Cottage on College Street: Cozy 2BR house in Florence AL near UNA, McFarland to the airport?

This vacation home is 7.4 mi (12-min drive) away from the Muscle Shoals, AL (MSL-Northwest Alabama Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Cottage on College Street: Cozy 2BR house in Florence AL near UNA, McFarland have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Cottage on College Street: Cozy 2BR house in Florence AL near UNA, McFarland offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Cottage on College Street: Cozy 2BR house in Florence AL near UNA, McFarland?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at The Cottage on College Street: Cozy 2BR house in Florence AL near UNA, McFarland?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Cottage on College Street: Cozy 2BR house in Florence AL near UNA, McFarland?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Cottage on College Street: Cozy 2BR house in Florence AL near UNA, McFarland have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Cottage on College Street: Cozy 2BR house in Florence AL near UNA, McFarland have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Cottage on College Street: Cozy 2BR house in Florence AL near UNA, McFarland to downtown Florence?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Florence.

The Cottage on College Street: Cozy 2BR house in Florence AL near UNA, McFarland Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

William W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place overall!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice updated house close to downtown. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026