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Reviews
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 455.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Florence, AL
- Place, North Alabama Medical Center9 min walk
- Place, Shoals Conference Center2 min drive
- Place, River Heritage Park2 min drive
- Airport, Muscle Shoals, AL (MSL-Northwest Alabama Regional)7 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Common area 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Boat Parking • Shore Power • Dog-Friendly Cottage
In the center of Florence, Alabama lies this cozy one-bedroom cottage. Nestled just a short walk from the serene Tennessee River and a 2-minute drive from the picturesque Pickwick Lake, this cozy retreat offers the perfect escape for your next vacation.
As a guest, you'll enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, a smart TV, and a full-size washer and dryer. The fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and all the necessary appliances and utensils, allows you to easily prepare delicious meals.
When you're not exploring the nearby University of North Alabama, just 4 minutes away, you can relax in the comfortable living room or step outside to enjoy the outdoor furniture. With essential amenities like air conditioning, heating, and linens, as well as a desk and chair for any work needs, this cottage is designed to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
Madden’s Cottage is a cozy, comfortable stay in Florence—perfect for a short getaway or work trip. Relax in the living area with a smart TV, cook meals in the fully equipped kitchen, and unwind on the front porch. The bedroom features a comfortable queen bed, with a queen air bed available upon request. Off-street boat parking with shore power. Downtown Florence, the University of North Alabama, the Florence Conference Center, and Pickwick & Wilson Lakes are all about a five-minute drive away.
As a guest, you'll enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, a smart TV, and a full-size washer and dryer. The fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and all the necessary appliances and utensils, allows you to easily prepare delicious meals.
When you're not exploring the nearby University of North Alabama, just 4 minutes away, you can relax in the comfortable living room or step outside to enjoy the outdoor furniture. With essential amenities like air conditioning, heating, and linens, as well as a desk and chair for any work needs, this cottage is designed to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
Madden’s Cottage is a cozy, comfortable stay in Florence—perfect for a short getaway or work trip. Relax in the living area with a smart TV, cook meals in the fully equipped kitchen, and unwind on the front porch. The bedroom features a comfortable queen bed, with a queen air bed available upon request. Off-street boat parking with shore power. Downtown Florence, the University of North Alabama, the Florence Conference Center, and Pickwick & Wilson Lakes are all about a five-minute drive away.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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
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
About the area
Florence
East Florence, a neighbourhood in Florence, is home to this cottage. Cox Creek Tennis Center and Blackberry Trail Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts and Children's Museum of the Shoals. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tom Braly Stadium or Flowers Hall.
Florence, AL
What's nearby
- North Alabama Medical Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Shoals Conference Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- River Heritage Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Wilson Lake - 2 min drive - 2.8 km
- University of North Alabama - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Whataburger - 3 min drive
- Burger King - 3 min drive
- Jack's - 3 min drive
- Applebee's Grill + Bar - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
8.2/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Angela B.
27 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Angela B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa P.
4 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay
Lisa P.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Jason H.
25 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy
Jason H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shelley L.
3 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
JUST PERFECT
Shelley L.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kaitlin H.
3 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy
Kaitlin H.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephen W.
7 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed...
Stephen W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Rodney C.
18 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
adequate accommodations
Rodney C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sonya G.
5 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Comfortable and Clean
Sonya G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Edward G.
3 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cottage stay
Edward G.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Douglas G.
5 Dec 2025
Douglas G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Braden
24 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Braden
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
About the host
Hosted by Dan Davis
I (Dan) was born and raised in Florence, Al, known as the Shoals Area of Northwest Alabama. I live here with my wonderful wife, Carol. We have been married for over 40 years. Carol is a retired Nurse practitioner, and I am a retired Realtor. (If you like our beautiful area and want to know more about living here, ask me.) We are blessed to have two sons, both married and four grandchildren. We love to travel, play golf, and do ballroom dance. We are excited about being your host and will do everything we can to help you have a wonderful 5-star experience staying at any of our 5 locations. We respect your privacy, so you won't see us much, if at all, but we are as close as your phone if you need something.
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