The quaint city of Florence, Alabama is a treat to the eyes. Tourists visit Florence to soak in its history and culture which is available in abundance. Visit the historic downtown area and you will find numerous museums to explore and some of the exciting things to do in Florence. The city also has a large student population because of the University of North Alabama. Airbnb has a lot of available properties in Florence, Alabama. In this city, you can find peace and quiet, as well as exciting neighborhoods and great restaurants. That’s why Airbnb accommodations in Florence can be very different from one another. Discover your unique options in this list of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Florence, Alabama.
1. Well-located guesthouse with private outdoor pool (from USD 65)
This beautiful guesthouse is located just four minutes’ from the University of North Alabama. The campus is a great place to visit for tourists. The apartment is very close to downtown Florence which has many cafes, restaurants, and shopping centers. Some of the amenities include air conditioning, cable TV, essential toiletries, a kitchen and a pretty cool pool to enjoy during the summer. Another strong point of this great vacation rental is the host, Chase who will make you feel at home and is always available to answer all of your questions.
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amenities like a/c and heater basic kitchenware comfy furniture and a brochure with area info were thoughtful touchesthe coffee and sodas were a nice touch and the bed was greatthe apartment was absolutely perfect and exceeded all my expectationsbig tv private entrance and parking space were nice toothe bed is super comfy and i loved the roll top bathCleanliness:
very clean and quiet neighborhoodvery clean and spacious roomvery clean spacious and comfortableit was very clean cozy and homeythe place was clean & stylishHost:
chase was a great hostchase was super responsivechase was incredibly responsive anytime i had any questions and provided me great recommendationsthe host was extremely responsive and helpfullast chase was very communicative and provided a very helpful list of restaurant and activity recommendationsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to una campus and downtownto walk downtown was very easyvery nice and great locationfantastic place great location and valuethe location is excellent just minutes from the historic downtown and the university
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2. Two-bedroom unit with a spacious backyard
What a beautiful house! The Edison House has an authentic Alabama feel with all the modern amenities you need for your comfort. Guests can enjoy the amazing green spaces the property has to offer, like the garden and the patio, or one can unwind with a glass of wine by the indoor fireplace. The location is great for those who want to explore the University of North Alabama and also for those who want to taste the local cuisine since there is a great range of local restaurants nearby.
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cozy place with great amenitiesgreat suggestions for restaurants in town (odettes el pollito loco turbo coffee big bad breakfast) very uber friendlyboth rooms had comfortable beds and tv'sall tvs have apple tv which was really niceawesome large tvs in both bedrooms and the family roomCleanliness:
very comfortable and cleanit’s clean cozy and has extra touches that not all hosts dovery clean and we enjoyed our stay here we would stay againawesome place in florence very convenient clean and quiteoffering to come clean the unit the following morning & send a repairmanHost:
hosts very generous with allowing us full use of the homethe hosts provide excellent local recommendations for food and entertainmenthosts were easy to communicate with and their tips and guides made rediscovering florence easy and funmorning coffee provided by the host on the front porch was our favoritethey were helpful and quick to respond when we asked to extend our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
cute touches everywhere close proximity to everythingperfect location for usnice and cozy place close to downtownneat place and great locationgreat location close to university of northern alabama and the downtown area
3. Romantic retreat best for couples (from USD 76)
There is only one word to describe this vacation rental - stunning! This place is always sparkling clean and has a romantic feel to it that makes it perfect for couples who are looking for a relaxing weekend. The Nonesuch Guesthouse has a spacious two-car enclosed garage, which is pretty unique for an Airbnb. It also has a spacious bedroom with a king-sized bed and a newly renovated bathroom, which will make you want to take several showers a day! This unique place in downtown Florence is super close to great restaurants and exciting nightlife options for those who want to party all night long.
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other perks: books plenty of movies excellent wifi and a robust bluetooth speakeras did the blazing strong wifikatie’s florence apartment was the perfect fit for my 2 days herethe king-sized bed is super comfortable with lots of fluffy pillows and a firm high-quality mattressalso big bad breakfast around the corner had the best avocado toast i had ever had :)Cleanliness:
spotlessly clean and very quietvery clean and homey stayvery clean and privateso clean and nicely decoratedsparkling cleanHost:
host was helpful and quick to respondeasy to communicate with hostkatie the owner was very responsive to my questions as a first time airbnb userit is in a beautiful neighborhood and the host is very reliable and quick with her responsesvery responsive and very pleasant to speak withRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location - by university and walking distance to everythinggreat location to unathe location is a very short walk from the beautiful alabama northern universityexcellent style and wonderful locationwalking distance to all of the cute shops restaurants and bars downtown yet quiet and restful
4. Fully furnished vacation rental for small groups (from USD 76)
This cute guest house is located in historic downtown Florence. It is nicely decorated in pastel colors that will make you feel completely relaxed. It has free parking and a convenient laptop-friendly workspace in case you need to get some work done. The guest house can accommodate up to four people. It has a private entrance and two bicycles that guests can use whenever they want to go around the city for a little adventure. This property is located near a scenic route that will take you to local restaurants and stylish boutiques.
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comfortable bed high speed internet good air conditioning plenty of hot watergreat comfortable space with great amenities and communicationthe picture show you how utterly slick it is yet very comfortableCleanliness:
very clean and comfortableit was impeccably clean and invitingsuper clean spacious and modernvery clean comfortable and well setupthe space was clean and comfortable and erika was very responsive to our communication while thereHost:
my husband and i thoroughly enjoyed our short stay here and our host was so quick to respondalso erika was a perfect host very helpful and responsiveerika is a great host and keeps us feeing appreciatederika is on top of everything and extremely helpfulerika was responsive and welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
close to a friendly downtown areaamazing place within walking distance of everythingeasy walking distance to nearby restaurants and barsthe location was great for walking to really good restaurantsthe guest house is located centrally and is within walking distance of all some excellent restaurants
5. Cozy carriage house best for solo travelers (from USD 76)
The Carriage House is a fantastic place to stay with your partner or by yourself for a short getaway and forget the stress of the city. There is a private driveway, an outdoor flagstone patio and a keypad entry to the house - so the interaction with the host is minimum. However, if you need anything, Caleb, the super host is always a phone call away. This sweet house is located in downtown Florence, so it’s just a few steps from the University of North Alabama’s campus and a short walk from music venues, wine bars, nightlife and so much more.
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comfortable bed overhead fan to keep the air flowing and small kitchenettei appreciated the full size ironing board and blow dryernicely decorated lots of amenities and very comfortablevery comfortable bed warm shower coffee maker and fridgegreat cozy location peaceful awesome sitting area out front for coffee and a drinkCleanliness:
clean comfortable and quietit was clean and comfyclean comfortable and well appointedeverything was super clean and comfortablecaleb’s carriage house is charming clean and safeHost:
the host was very responsive to my requeststhe host was great about getting back with me when i had questionshost is very communicative and responsive to guest needscaleb was an excellent host and quick to respond to any questions i hadvery responsive and respectable hostRead more reviewsLocation:
easy location to everything around the universitywhat a cute venue close to downtownin a great location just a short walk from downtownsuper close to downtownloved the space and the location it was right by the university in a beautiful little neighborhood
6. Pet-friendly townhouse with backyard (from USD 95)
Anyone would be happy to live in this gorgeous home! It has a large dining area and a fully equipped kitchen where you can have an amazing family cook-off. If you love fishing, this is the right place for you since the home has a large carport where you can store your boat and fishing equipment. You have access to the entire property so you can enjoy their spacious deck and back yard with no worries! The Dixie is closed to the best restaurants and just across the river from Muscle Shoals, which is the ‘Recording Capital of the World’. The hosts are animal lovers so they do accept pets for an additional fee of 50 USD, per pet. They use the payment to treat the house and the yard and make it pet-friendly.
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but the large screen tv and roku options are a nice featurethe tv is via roku so perfect for watching netflix or other streaming servicesa cozy spot for 2-4 folks ready to relax and stay homethe dressing room was a great touch and so roomythe bedrooms were beautifully decorated and beds were super comfy we enjoyed all the comforts of homeCleanliness:
clean and well appointedeverything was clean and nicely decoratedeverything was clean and beautifully decoratedhouse was clean and comfortableit was very clean and decorated tastefullyHost:
stephanie and jan are wonderful hostsour host was great and she communicated wellthe dixie is a perfect place and the hosts are the very bestsuper responsive and nice ownersjan was very helpful and extremely responsive to all of our questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
nice place close to the lake and universitygreat location to historic florencealso close to great restaurantsvery peaceful neighborhood and close to towngreat place and great location
7. Bungalow with a screened-in back porch (from USD 83)
This is a cozy bungalow with a bohemian decor located in a quiet neighborhood. We guarantee you are going to fall in love with the big back yard and the screened-in back porch where you can relax all by yourself. This place is all about nature and it’s pretty close to the Tennessee River and Marriott Shoals. It doesn’t get more Alabama than this! If you are looking for a night out you are just a 10-minute drive to the downtown area where you can go dancing or dining. This place is truly a gem!
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great wifi awesome water pressure comfortable screened porch for lounginga nicely decorated cottage quiet neighborhood thoughtful amenities comfortable and homey3) the bed is amazingly comfortablecozy little place with a relaxed vibe and great space to sit and do your makeup/hair before going outCleanliness:
very clean place and in a quiet neighborhoodquaint and cozy very cleanclean cosy and it really has everything you need for a nice staythe screened in porch is amazing the whole place was very clean and definitely met all expectationsvery clean full of everything you need for a trip down southHost:
thank you for being a great host we look forward to staying againvery cool style here the host has good tastethoughtful touches abound and the owner is super friendly and communicativefantastic little delight we loved every second great host and great little house thank you againphoebe was very helpful and quick to respondRead more reviewsLocation:
nice place conveniently close to downtownsuper cute and comfortable place in a convenient locationgreat house in a super convenient locationthe location is great just a short drive from shopping and restaurantsthe neighbors are sweet and the location is perfect for a quick trip to downtown
8. Modern flat with a fully equipped kitchen
Are you looking for an amazing place with a classy vintage feel? Look no more because this is it! Built around 1900, this historic flat has a charming fireplace, a large closet and all the kitchen essentials to prep a quick meal before you decide to explore Florence. Catherine’s Corner is a short stroll to downtown and the Billy Reid store, where you can shop for hours, in case you need some retail therapy. The host, Catherine, has great recommendations for you to experience this city as the locals do. We guarantee you will love this place!
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the mattress was quite comfortable toothe bed was incredibly comfortablevery nice furnishings comfortable bed everything you need for a visit away from homethe place is charming roomy and comfortablewe loved catherine’s cozy place in the historic district of the lovely town of florenceCleanliness:
very clean and quietvery clean and peacefulclean private and very nicethe house was clean and well equippedclean and cozy place in florenceHost:
host was extremely helpful and kindshe was helpful when neededcatherine is a great host highly recommendcatherine was so thoughtful quick to respond and kindwould love to stay again great communications with the hostRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful place located close to the universitygreat neighborhood in easy walking distance to downtownthe location was really greatgreat location in a historic neighborhoodeasy walking distance to una campus and downtown
9. Single-level home
This adorable tiny house has a ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’ inspired theme with pictures of Audry Hepburn decorating the walls. This property is a short walk to downtown where you can find the coolest local bars and music. It is also close to the Florence Public Library and Braly Stadium, which is great if you are an American football fan and want to catch a thrilling game while in Florence. The hosts provide free parking and guests can check themselves into the home with a door code. The house has one bedroom with a comfortable queen-sized bed. A sleeper sofa is also available to accommodate an extra guest.
10. Stone cottage with a large backyard
The Sherrod Cottage feels like a home away from home. It is an exquisitely furnished house with two bedrooms and two bathrooms and can accommodate five people comfortably. The cottage is just a few blocks from the University of North Alabama and downtown Florence. You won’t get a better location than this. The rental even has a laptop-friendly workspace. There is a neat gas barbecue grill, which is perfect for a family day, an outside patio space and a large fenced backyard where guests can get tan while drinking a cold margarita.
You have to go to Florence, Alabama
Florence has everything you ever wanted in a vacation. You can go to Helen Keller’s home, where you can take a tour of the place or if you are looking to connect with Mother Nature we recommend you visit McFarland Park for camping and the Wilson Lake for fishing. In Florence, Alabama, boat rentals and water adventures are also abundant, thanks to the Tennessee River. So, what are you waiting for? Book one of our recommended Airbnb vacation rentals and start planning your Florence itinerary today!
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