Maple Tree House - 3 miles from stadium, tucked away from traffic
Guest rating: 4.7 / 5
Overview
Maple Tree House is a private home-style rental in Alabama, set about 3 miles from the stadium and 2 miles from Downtown/the Amphitheater. It sits in a quiet, tucked-away residential neighborhood, giving guests a break from GameDay and university traffic while still keeping the action within easy reach. A two-car carport and easy after-hours self-check-in make arrivals, including late ones, straightforward.
Amenities & Recreation
The house is equipped with a full kitchen (including oven and stove), air conditioning, cable TV, free Wi-Fi, free parking, and a washer for longer stays. For downtime, guests have access to an outdoor grill, a hammock, a swing, and a stash of games including cornhole, giant Jenga, gaming systems, and board games. The property is also marked as kid-friendly, suiting groups looking to relax between activities.
Dining & Shopping Nearby
Everyday conveniences are close at hand, with Publix, Walmart, and several restaurants within a quarter mile according to the property description. Nearby dining options include a Waffle House just 519m away, American Deli at 591m, Taco Bell at 723m, and a second Waffle House location around 2.7km out, plus The Front Porch, Wingstop, Quick Grill, and Southern Ale House within a few miles.
Location & Access
Maple Tree House is positioned about 3 miles from the stadium and 2 miles from Downtown/the Amphitheater, making it a practical base for event weekends without sitting in the middle of the traffic congestion those events bring. Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is roughly 85km away, with Golden Triangle Regional Airport about 96.5km away, both usable for air travel to the area.
Best for
This home suits groups and families attending stadium events, university visits, or downtown activities who want proximity without the GameDay traffic, thanks to its 3-mile stadium distance and quiet neighborhood setting. It also works well for self-catering stays given the full kitchen, washer, and free parking, and for groups wanting built-in entertainment like cornhole, giant Jenga, and gaming systems.
Travel tips
Since the house is tucked away from stadium and university traffic, plan to drive or rideshare in for game days and downtown visits rather than expecting to walk. Late arrivals are accommodated through self-check-in, so there's no need to coordinate arrival times with a host. Everyday errands are easy, with Publix, Walmart, and multiple fast-food and casual dining options within a mile or two, including a Waffle House less than 600 meters away.
What guests say
Guests consistently mention that the house is clean, comfortable, and conveniently located close to the university and surrounding amenities, with several reviewers specifically praising the location for university-related visits. The host is noted as responsive and accommodating, including flexibility with changing stay dates. On the negative side, some reviewers reported maintenance and upkeep issues, including areas needing paint touch-ups or deeper cleaning, cobwebs in common areas, an unkempt yard, insects in a bedroom, insufficient towels for the number of guests the home sleeps, worn chair upholstery, and a primary bathroom described as dark and lacking ventilation, with a loose pedestal sink.
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