Title: Firefly Garden - Urban family friendly Oasis near campus! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Firefly Garden - Urban family friendly Oasis near campus! Vacation home in Tuscaloosa with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87140000/87139100/87139015/2f4cb641.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87140000/87139100/87139015/ac0cbbe9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87140000/87139100/87139015/987c6ff9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87140000/87139100/87139015/6f52c6bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87140000/87139100/87139015/e06fd849.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled near Midtown Mall, Firefly Garden offers a serene retreat within a lush garden oasis. This lovingly restored 1920's farmhouse boasts handcrafted features like custom painted glass and an oriental carpeted entry, while the open-plan kitchen invites communal gatherings. With three downstairs bedrooms and an upstairs haven featuring great garden views, there's ample space for relaxation. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102800 sq ft ## 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. ### Firefly Garden - Urban family friendly Oasis near campus! 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: \*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.\* \*Be sure to enter the correct number of people to receive an accurate quote/price. Pricing varies based on the number of people.\* STR license: \[#126276\] ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina ### Things to do - Birdwatching 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 ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102630000/102624600/102624568/4ba6d2eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Honeysuckle Hideaway - Game Room, Outdoor Fireplace, and more! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 2828-239985 ## 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%7C33.18443%2C-87.51130&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AQih0WNghXU8yzT5VfiyNLudU8Q=) Tuscaloosa, AL #### What's nearby - Veterans Memorial Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km - Bowlero Tuscaloosa - 2 min drive - 2.5 km - University of Alabama - 5 min drive - 5.3 km - Coleman Coliseum - 5 min drive - 4.6 km - Bryant-Denny Stadium - 6 min drive - 6.0 km #### Getting around - Tuscaloosa Station - 5 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬19 min walk - ‪Krystal - ‬3 min drive - ‪Slim Chickens - ‬2 min drive - ‪Olive Garden - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Firefly Garden - Urban family friendly Oasis near campus! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Firefly Garden - Urban family friendly Oasis near campus!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Firefly Garden - Urban family friendly Oasis near campus!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Firefly Garden - Urban family friendly Oasis near campus! located? > Located in South West Tuscaloosa, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bowlero Tuscaloosa and Veterans Memorial Park. Tuscaloosa Veterans Affairs Medical Center and DCH Regional Medical Center are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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