Title: Welcome to Urban Retreat! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Welcome to Urban Retreat! Holiday home with kitchen, near University of Alabama ## Photo gallery for Welcome to Urban Retreat! ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Welcome to Urban Retreat! (Tuscaloosa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119810000/119803600/119803581/bf2d1729.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Welcome to Urban Retreat! (Tuscaloosa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119810000/119803600/119803581/331ec5b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Welcome to Urban Retreat! (Tuscaloosa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119810000/119803600/119803581/067b43cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Welcome to Urban Retreat! (Tuscaloosa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119810000/119803600/119803581/e8341855.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - Welcome to Urban Retreat! (Tuscaloosa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119810000/119803600/119803581/94c8511a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to Urban Retreat! provides amenities, such as golfing on-site and a garden. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Welcome to Urban Retreat! Welcome to Urban Retreat! The Area: Urban Retreat is perfectly situated in the heart of the charming Forest Lake neighborhood and just 2 miles south of Bryant Denny Stadium. Enjoy access to a private neighborhood lake and peaceful walking trails, all just steps from your door. Want to experience the city vibe? Take a short walk to Midtown Village Shopping Center, offering a variety of shops, restaurants, salons, entertainment options—and even a playground for the kids! The Home: Your stay includes beautifully appointed bedrooms, sleeping up to 4 adults plus children, each with its own private bathroom: California King Suite – Full bath with a walk-in shower King Suite – Full bath with tub/shower combo Queen Suite – Full bath with walk-in shower Flex Room – Chair-and-a-half with twin pull-out bed (great for kids or extra guests) Enjoy game nights, fire up the propane grill, and bring your furry friends—we're pet friendly! Parking: Private parking is located directly behind the house. Please note: You will share a driveway with the neighboring Urban Treetop Cottage, but you’ll have your own designated parking area. 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: \[#130398\] ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - 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 village - In the city centre - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina ### Things to do - Golf - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Swimming 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 ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101130000/101124400/101124366/2e7f816f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Bama Retreat 3bed/3bath Condo minutes from The University of Alabama! 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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 2828-275854 ## About the area ![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%7C33.19523%2C-87.52958&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9wUpaXDFBC4jDegz2gUJNpOJGGQ=) Tuscaloosa, AL #### What's nearby - Veterans Memorial Park \- 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - DCH Regional Medical Center \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Coleman Coliseum \- 2 min drive \- 0.9 miles - University of Alabama \- 2 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Paul W. Bryant Museum \- 2 min drive \- 1.4 miles #### Getting around - Tuscaloosa Station - 7 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk - ‪Foosackly's - ‬7 min walk - ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬5 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Welcome to Urban Retreat! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Welcome to Urban Retreat!? ### What time is check-in at Welcome to Urban Retreat!? ### What time is check-out at Welcome to Urban Retreat!? ### Where is Welcome to Urban Retreat! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Welcome to Urban Retreat! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph James M. 16 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy very comfortable accommodations would definitely stay again . ##### Joseph James M. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025