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Downtown Gem 2 Br w Spacious Yard

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A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, lamp, and two wall-mounted picture frames.
A covered patio with a table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a fenced yard with trees.
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, a bottle of soap, and a small potted plant.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a countertop with a sink and various appliances.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Private fenced-in yard
    One of the few properties with a fully fenced outdoor space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near University of North Alabama
Sleeps 4•2 bedrooms•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Balcony or patio
  • Internet access
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Florence, AL
  • Place, Shoals Community Theater
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, University of North Alabama
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, McFarland Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Muscle Shoals, AL (MSL-Northwest Alabama Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

About this property

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.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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 and cats (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3408636vb
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 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

About the area

Florence

Florence is home to this holiday home. Cox Creek Tennis Center and Blackberry Trail Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Seven Mile Island Wildlife Management Area and Key Cave National Wildlife Refuge. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Flowers Hall or Tom Braly Stadium.
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Map
Florence, AL

What's nearby

  • Shoals Community Theater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of North Alabama - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pope's Tavern Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • McFarland Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Stanfield's River Bottom Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jack's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ricatoni's Italian Grill - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Gem 2 Br w Spacious Yard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Downtown Gem 2 Br w Spacious Yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Gem 2 Br w Spacious Yard?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Gem 2 Br w Spacious Yard located?

Situated in Florence, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of W.C. Handy Home, Shoals Community Theater and University of North Alabama. Pope's Tavern Museum and Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Check-in

7.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay and communication
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Amanda B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
Cute place. Great location.Served its purpose for our stay..
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Great

Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joel C.

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

Excellent location

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

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
The place was nice and conveniently located. Accommodations were comfortable. There were a few minor repairs needed (one of which I personally purchased a specialized tool and took care of myself). There weren't enough towels and washcloths, so we purchased some.My main complaint is poor communication with the host. Nearly a month before our stay I requested a modification of our dates hoping to reduce our stay by one night and receive a refund of that one night. The host never responded even after multiple communication attempts to him personally through the site and through personal phone number. Even after reaching out to admin the host would not respond nor offer to refund the day I requested. Needless to say, I was disappointed that he was willing to take my money but not willing to refund an unused night. Caveat emptor!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Great

Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sydney V.

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua R.

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B.

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

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Denise N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Washing machine did not work, ac filter very dirty, refrigerator did not cool.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Craig O.

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

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Pamela W.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Wiley M.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather E.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathleen S.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pamela P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Elise C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

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Hosted by Carlos Sanchez Jr

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English, Spanish
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