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5br Retreat: 4mins to UA - BBQ - Firepit - Games

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A hallway with a wooden door, a mirror, a cabinet with a lamp, and a basket on top.
A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, and a checkered rug.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a granite countertop.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, white cabinetry, and a dining area with a table set for four.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with red curtains.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Arcade/game room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Birmingham, AL
  • Place, University of Alabama at Birmingham
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, UAB Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Birmingham

Glen Iris, a neighbourhood in Birmingham, is home to this holiday home. Sloss Furnaces is a notable landmark, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Riverchase Galleria and The Summit. Consider Alabama Symphony Orchestra for a night out or Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center if you're travelling with kids.
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Birmingham, AL

What's nearby

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • UAB Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 5 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Samford University - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
  • The Summit - 14 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 8 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Great Wall Chinese Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Full Moon BBQ - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Exotic Wings and things -Greensprings - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 5br Retreat: 4mins to UA - BBQ - Firepit - Games pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 5br Retreat: 4mins to UA - BBQ - Firepit - Games?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5br Retreat: 4mins to UA - BBQ - Firepit - Games?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5br Retreat: 4mins to UA - BBQ - Firepit - Games?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5br Retreat: 4mins to UA - BBQ - Firepit - Games located?

This family-friendly Birmingham holiday home is located in Glen Iris, within 2 mi (3 km) of University of Alabama at Birmingham, Alys Robinson Stephens Performing Arts Center and Jerry D. Young Memorial Baseball Field. Prime Time Treasures and Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

7.4

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very detailed in communicating check in and check out times and procedures. House could have been cleaner and could have had more towels, etc. The house was very spacious and the kids loved the game room. Every room had an AC unit in it and the house stayed cool even without central air. All in all, it was a good stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2026
Thank you for your feedback and for staying with us! We’re glad to hear that you found the house spacious, enjoyed the game room, and stayed comfortable during your visit. We also appreciate your comments regarding the cleanliness and the number of towels provided. Your feedback is valuable and helps us improve the experience for future guests. We will review these items with our team to ensure we continue to meet our guests’ expectations. Thank you again, and we hope to have the opportunity to host you and your family again in the future!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good place to stay

Property was as pictured and described- communication with owner was good with prompt response- yard could use mowing but that doesn’t affect the stay (just the looks of the property); check in and out was easy. Good place for a large family and/or multiple families and friends. Would recommend a stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
This was a work trip. We only required a place to sleep and make meals. It was fine for that. The property is needing some maintenance. The doors did not work well. The kitchen light can not be turned off.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The house was really nice.

Accommodations were good the host responded to questions promptly. The only complaint was the lawn had not been manicured. However, I would most definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Wedding Trip

We had a party of 8 staying at the house for wedding festivities. The 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and the location were perfect for our needs. There were a couple of minor issues and they were immediately addressed, which we appreciated. It was a memorable trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Glen Iris Gem

Location was superb for this graduation gathering. LOVED the covered patio for our family cookout!!There were a few issues with receptacles that didn’t work but we worked around that. A few more items in kitchen would be nice like cutter ng board. An informational notebook ok with WiFi and garbage info would have been helpful…but host was very responsive whenever we had questions.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
This is an older Birmingham house with many issues. The house had the space for 2 families of 4. Each room has a wall unit or portable air conditioner because the central air system does not work very well. The common areas of the house remain pretty warm, but the bedrooms stay cool when the portable air conditioners are running. However, because all of the portable units have to be running if the bedrooms are occupied, the breakers kept tripping and needed to be reset multiple times during the week. The kitchen cabinets were dirty and had wood (and other stuff) debris on the shelves and in the drawers. When the downstairs doors were opened for the first time there were multiple screws that fell off the doors and/or door frames. The downstairs doors required effort to make sure they were closed and locked. We had to make sure the doors were secure because my vehicle was broken into during our first night. Not the worst area of Birmingham, but also not the most safe feeling either.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving in Birmingham

Utilized VRBO for our Thanksgiving stay in Birmingham. We chose the house due to amenities (games, number of bedrooms, indoor and outdoor spaces) and location, and this did not disappoint. While there will always be things that come up - there were a few things we noticed: there weren't many pots/pans to cook with, necessitating us to get some disposable pans, etc. The TV remotes were finicky and took a couple of hours to figure out. We also had issues with the auto door locks, but that could have been as much operator error as anything. Finally, while everything was put up and in its place, upon closer inspection, it could have used a more thorough cleaning, especially in the basement/game room area. Overall, we were happy we spent this time in Birmingham!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 18 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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