Firefly Garden - Urban family friendly Oasis near campus!

Tuscaloosa, Alabama
$512 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to Firefly Garden!

Ever wondered what an urban oasis could be like Just a mile from Midtown Mall you turn off Hargrove Road into a forest of giant oaks to find a historic 1920’s farmhouse lovingly restored and surrounded by lush gardens with handcrafted greenhouse and koi fish pond.

Step up to the massive front door with custom painted glass and into a formal entry with crystal chandelier and oriental carpets. Enter into the open plan kitchen dining and living room with lots of comfy seating to watch TV or hang out with the chefs in the fully equipped kitchen.

Venture further to find three inviting bedrooms on the main floor. The primary bedroom features a four-poster queen bed with ornamental wood fretwork and an en-suite bath that includes a large Jacuzzi tub with a shower. The second bedroom offers a charming brass queen bed and is conveniently located next to a half bath. The third bedroom, also with a four-poster queen bed, shares access to a hall bathroom with a tub/shower combination. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious fourth bedroom with both a full Jenny Lind bed and a queen bed, offering beautiful views of the garden. This level also includes a cozy sitting room/library and a private bathroom with a stand-up shower. Firefly Garden comfortably sleeps up to 8 adults, plus children, for a total of 10 guests.

Hang out with friends and family on the large covered porch with party lights or step out onto the patio to enjoy the fire pit or grill up some dinner.

This is an owner occupied property that vacates when it is rented. If you find some of the owner's personal items in the condo, this is why.
We are here to make your stay a wonderful one. We know we’ve done our job well when you ask about coming back to stay with us again. We love having repeat guests, because it feels like family or close friends coming home for a visit. Please don’t hesitate to ask questions!

There is a highchair and pack-n-play/portable crib that can be placed in the property upon request. These items are not stored onsite and must be reserved.

*Please Read Prior to Booking:

*Check-in time is 4:00pm CST, unless prior written permission has been granted by management. Early check-ins are available upon request, pending availability. There’s a $50 charge per hour, plus tax/fees. Please note, we are unable to confirm an early check-in until 24-48 hours prior to arrival as the property is still open for booking.*

*All reservations made within 2 weeks of date of arrival are subject to require in person Government Issued ID verification.*

*Please be aware that upon booking, you will be required to sign the Bama Vacation Rentals forms and submit photo ID verification directly with our property management company. Please note, guests must be 25 years of age or older to book. Forms are sent through our texting system called AKIA. This will also be the primary platform used for communication.*

*If your selected property offers the use of (trundle beds, upper bunks of bunk beds, roll-aways, futons, or flip sofas) these beds will not be made up in advance. Linens are provided and should be stored with these beds.*

*There are exterior security cameras located at the front and back of the property. These devices may not be tampered with, covered, or unplugged by guests.*

*For stays that are longer than 2 weeks, please be aware that you will be charged an additional cleaning fee. All properties are required to be cleaned and inspected every other week.*

*A maximum of two pets are allowed with a pet fee of $100 per pet. If you have additional pets, you must receive permission in writing from management and pay additional pet fees.*

*Be sure to enter the correct number of people to receive an accurate quote/price. Pricing varies based on the number of people.*

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2800 Sq Ft (260 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Marina Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Wheelchair Accessible

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

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Review Review

  • Erin H.

    Submitted Nov 19, 2025

    Stayed Nov 13, 2025

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We really enjoyed our time at this house! The communication with the owner was fantastic and this house was so charming and cozy. Our whole family fit very comfortably, and we had everything we needed to fix meals and just relax. We felt like we were isolated and in the country while being just a short mile from the main part of the city. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a nice place to stay if you have a larger family. We even found ourselves staying at the house more than going out because we enjoyed it so much.

  • Aimee W.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    Nice treed lot, comfortable beds, fresh towels, good gathering areas. Wool rug collection was lovely but seemed to aggravate allergies for several members of our party. Some dishes weren’t clean. Few serving bowls. No grill utensils. With charm of antique home, trade-offs of smaller bathrooms, few outlets, etc. Management company was well organized. Instructions were clear. Nice arrival basket with chips and soft drinks.

  • Submitted Dec 5, 2024

    Stayed Nov 29, 2024

    This is such a cute house with plenty of room for a large family. We were there for a football weekend and the location was perfect. I would definitely stay again.

  • Amy E C.

    Submitted Nov 17, 2024

    Stayed Nov 15, 2024

    Everything you need for a weekend in Tuscaloosa! Great for family visiting and taking in a game. House is tucked away in the trees with a nice garden. Firepit was a perfect addition to a cool evening. We Will be back!!

  • Valerie Z.

    Submitted Nov 20, 2023

    Stayed Nov 17, 2023

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home was prepared with the extra efforts to make us feel welcome. There is a hanging on their wall which sums up the purpose and our experience of this home and garden. “I want to live by the side of the road and be a friend to man.” The response to our questions were immediate and kind. Perfect location to the University and then a place to escape and unwind.

  • Jeffrey G.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2023

    Stayed Oct 20, 2023

    Nice place for a big family. Had everything we needed. Easy to get to UA area. Would stay again

  • Jennifer H.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2023

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a party of 7 who all thouroughly enjoyed the rich history of the home. Stained glass, wood floors, whimsical decor, a total peace filled package. The unique fire pit was ready to use and we did. Chatting about the game and enjoying each others company following the game. Great memories!!

  • Barbara L.

    Submitted Oct 18, 2023

    Stayed Sep 22, 2023

    My family stayed at the Firefly Garden during Alabama’s Parent’s weekend. The location was great, and communication was easy. The house is super cute, warm, cozy, and inviting. There are lovely gardens and walkways surrounding the property... with a host of butterflies to greet you. The fire pit was a huge hit! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend ….Roll Tide!

  • Sara A.

    Submitted May 15, 2023

    Stayed May 5, 2023

    We stayed for our son's Graduation weekend and loved every minute. The pictures honestly don't do the outside space/porch and gardens justice....it was just perfect and beautiful and we plan on coming back when our family team joins the SEC for football weekends!

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