Title: Legends Lodge: A woodland retreat near University of Alabama! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6057490&destination=Cottondale%2C+Alabama%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=120868057&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Legends Lodge: A woodland retreat near University of Alabama! ## Photo gallery for Legends Lodge: A woodland retreat near University of Alabama! ![Exterior - Legends Lodge: A woodland retreat near University of Alabama! (Cottondale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120868100/120868057/ae1d26c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Legends Lodge: A woodland retreat near University of Alabama! (Cottondale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120868100/120868057/400c4c88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Legends Lodge: A woodland retreat near University of Alabama! (Cottondale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120868100/120868057/5839a97b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Legends Lodge: A woodland retreat near University of Alabama! (Cottondale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120868100/120868057/b726f023.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Games room - Legends Lodge: A woodland retreat near University of Alabama! (Cottondale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120868100/120868057/13f0e073.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Legends Lodge: A woodland retreat near University of Alabama! provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Legends Lodge: A woodland retreat near University of Alabama! Legends Lodge – Spacious Tuscaloosa Vacation Rental Near Bryant–Denny Stadium! Welcome to Legends Lodge, a large and family-friendly vacation rental in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, located just 9 miles southwest of Bryant–Denny Stadium. Perfect for game day weekends, family reunions, and group getaways, this home blends nostalgic Alabama décor with modern comforts. Inside, the lodge offers a spacious layout with a master king suite with en-suite shower, two additional king bedrooms upstairs, an upstairs family room with two twin-over-twin bunks, a full upstairs bathroom, and a pull-out couch on the main floor with a convenient half bath nearby. The house can sleep up to 12 people! Every bedroom and the living room includes a smart TV, plus there’s a shuffleboard table and a wide variety of board and card games for entertainment. The dining area is designed for groups with seating for up to 20 guests across the long dining table, bar seating, and kitchen table. Outdoors, you’ll enjoy a covered deck with seating and ceiling fan, a fishing pond with poles provided, propane grill with a spare tank, and a quiet wooded lot full of wildlife — offering the perfect balance of fun and relaxation. Please note: the driveway is long, rustic, narrow, and winding — drive slowly and carefully. Conveniently located near shopping, Legends Lodge is just 1.9 miles from Dollar General and 3.6 miles from Walmart Neighborhood Market. Why Guests Love Legends Lodge: \- Prime location near Bryant–Denny Stadium \- Sleeps large groups with multiple king beds and bunk beds \- Alabama-themed décor with smart TVs throughout \- Shuffleboard, board games, and plenty of family activities \- Pond - wonderful for fishing! This Tuscaloosa vacation rental is the ideal retreat for those wanting space, comfort, and convenience while visiting the University of Alabama, attending Crimson Tide games, or exploring the area. 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 reach out with questions! \*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 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.\* STR License: \[#133498\] ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Coin laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24220000/24216800/24216743/bf671828.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tuscaloosa University South East Tuscaloosa - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 1,341 reviews £73 includes taxes & fees 1 Apr - 2 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-04-02&selected=24216743&PinnedHotelID=24216743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24100/24048/d434dc84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Capstone University Area - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 2828-274842 ## About the area Located in Cottondale, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bryant-Denny Stadium and Denny Chimes are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Veterans Memorial Park and Lake Tamaha. Paul W. Bryant Museum and Alabama Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. [Visit our Cottondale travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cottondale.dx6057490) [View more Holiday homes in Cottondale](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cottondale-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6057490-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C33.13350%2C-87.45309&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Du8OF9oEUc7zHKN0Lo1ydwxfNd0=) Cottondale, AL ### What's nearby - ![Tuscaloosa showing military items](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340990776/d741c857-3aae-402e-9d83-52c2ce3c87b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Veterans Memorial Park 10 min drive \- 8.3 miles - ![Tuscaloosa featuring heritage architecture, château or palace and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097636/920a11dd-210b-461d-97b0-dfe9ba7c4417.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of Alabama 13 min drive \- 10.0 miles - ![To the right of the Walk of Champions while approaching the visitor center and front entrance of Bryant-Denny Stadium, the storied coaches quietly remind us that success is not a matter of luck, but rather the culmination of years of dedication and determination.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3390/b98e0a93-026c-4c9e-bba0-222902f569fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bryant-Denny Stadium 14 min drive \- 12.2 miles - Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center 10 min drive \- 6.2 miles - DCH Regional Medical Center 12 min drive \- 9.2 miles ### Getting around - Tuscaloosa Station 16 min drive ### Restaurants - QuikTrip 5 min drive - Circle K 10 min drive - McDonald's 10 min drive - Logan's Roadhouse 10 min drive - McDonald's 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Legends Lodge: A woodland retreat near University of Alabama! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Legends Lodge: A woodland retreat near University of Alabama!? ### What time is check-in at Legends Lodge: A woodland retreat near University of Alabama!? ### What time is check-out at Legends Lodge: A woodland retreat near University of Alabama!? ### Where is Legends Lodge: A woodland retreat near University of Alabama! located? ## Have a question? 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