A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
Sleeps 28•6 bedrooms•22 beds
Popular amenities
Private pool
Garage parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Explore the area
Tuscaloosa, AL
Shelton State Community College
Place, Shelton State Community College
8 min drive
Alabama Fire College
Place, Alabama Fire College
9 min drive
Black Warrior River
Place, Black Warrior River
10 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 28)
Bedroom 1
2 Twin Beds, 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
Bedroom 2
3 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed
Bedroom 6
2 Twin Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Other Space 1
2 Twin Beds
5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 4
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 5
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 6
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Bama Lakeside Retreat-Pools, Lake, Fire-pit, Child & adult fun!
Welcome to the Bama Lakeside Retreat! We are family-owned & operated and we are open year-round! Book the home for Alabama football games, family reunions, corporate retreats and more!
**Please Read Prior to Booking: If you plan to have more than 15 people, there will be an additional charge of $50 per person per night after the booking comes through, plus tax/fees.**
Bama Lakeside Retreat features 6 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, accommodating between 13 to 15 guests, with the possibility of sleeping up to 28 for an additional charge. For larger groups, extra beds can be provided, and the office area can be converted into a sleeping space. Located just 10 miles south of the stadium, this home is the perfect escape from the chaos of everyday life! Our amenities make it the ideal lodging in Tuscaloosa for vacations or family gatherings. The home includes the Bama Game Room, offering fun for the entire family! Here, you'll find a pool table, air hockey table, assorted toys and games, and an indoor swimming pool. Additionally, there is a large outdoor pool, a fire pit swing area, kayaks, boats, and much more!
The Bedrooms: Most bedrooms come equipped with mini-fridge in or near the bedroom & a microwave. All bedrooms have smart TVs.
Master Suite (main level): 1 King Bed 3 Optional Twin XL Beds
Bama Guest Quarters (lower level): 1 King Bed 2 TwinXL Beds in Loft 2 Optional Flip Sofas
Arabian Nights Suite (upper level): 1 King Bed 1 Twin Window-Seat Bed 1 Optional TwinXL Bed
Cozy Cottage Suite (upper level) 1 Queen Bed 1 Optional TwinXL Bed
Bama Suite (upper level) 1 King Bed 1 Optional TwinXL Bed
Sunshine Suite (upper level) 1 King Bed 1 Optional Flip Sofa 2 Optional TwinXL Bed
The kitchen is fully equipped for fixing meals - featuring large pots and pans, plenty of serving dishes and utensils for large groups, and a well-stocked spice cabinet. You’ll also find a French door-style refrigerator, an extra chest freezer, and a stand-alone ice maker. There is a whole house generator onsite which means you will always have power!
The outdoor space at Bama Lakeside Retreat is the highlight of the property! In addition to the beautiful outdoor pool and slide, there’s a playground complete with a triple twist slide, rope climbing wall and traditional rock climbing wall. A spacious seating area with swings and a fire pit enhances the outdoor experience, and the lake is conveniently located right in the backyard, complete with a dock with kayaks. There is no swimming allowed in the lake.
*Parking:* The property allows parking for up to 8 vehicles. You can have 4 more pending written permission from Bama Vacation Rentals Management.
*Please Read Prior to Booking: *The indoor and/or outdoor pool is unable to be heated during the months of May-September. During other months, only 1 pool can be heated at one time, for an additional fee. The indoor pool is not available for use May-September, due to the amount of humidity it allows into the house.
*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.*
*Be sure to enter the correct number of people to receive an accurate quote/price. Pricing varies based on the number of people. If you plan to have more than 15 people, there will be an additional charge of $50 per person per night after the booking comes through.*
*Please be aware that upon booking, you will be required to sign the following: a pet policy agreement (if pets allowed), a visitor form, a Bama Vacation Rentals Rules Form and submit photo ID with a live selfie for verification directly with our property management company texting system called AKIA. This will also be the primary platform used for communication. Please note that guests must be 25 years or older to book.*
*There are exterior security cameras located at the front and back of the property. This includes the exterior and interior pool area only. These devices may not be tampered with, covered, or unplugged by guests.*
*All reservations made within 2 weeks of date of arrival are subject to require in person Government Issued ID verification.*
*Optional Twin XL beds are NOT made up unless requested payment is made. It is not set up unless requested VIA our sleeping arrangement form, upon booking.*
*A maximum of 2 pets are allowed with a pet fee of $100 per pet, per stay, plus tax. If you have additional pets, you must receive permission in writing from management and pay additional pet fees.*
*For stays that are longer than 2 weeks, you will be charged an additional cleaning fee. All properties are required to be cleaned and inspected every other week.*
STR license: [#117452]
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Tuscaloosa
Located in Tuscaloosa, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bryant-Denny Stadium and Moundville Archaeological Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Druid City Brewing Company and Children's Hands-On Museum. Traveling with kids? Consider Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center and R&R Cigars. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
Shelton State Community College - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
Alabama Fire College - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
Black Warrior River - 10 min drive - 7.0 km
Moundville Archaeological Park - 13 min drive - 16.0 km
University of Alabama - 17 min drive - 20.1 km
Getting around
Tuscaloosa Station - 14 min drive
Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 73 min drive
Restaurants
Logan's Roadhouse - 14 min drive
Chick-fil-A - 12 min drive
Waffle House - 8 min drive
Little Caesars Pizza - 11 min drive
Baumhower's Restaurant - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Bama Lakeside Retreat-Pools, Lake, Fire-pit, Child & adult fun! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Bama Lakeside Retreat-Pools, Lake, Fire-pit, Child & adult fun!?
As of Aug 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bama Lakeside Retreat-Pools, Lake, Fire-pit, Child & adult fun! on Aug 22, 2026 start from $1,644, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Bama Lakeside Retreat-Pools, Lake, Fire-pit, Child & adult fun! 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 Bama Lakeside Retreat-Pools, Lake, Fire-pit, Child & adult fun!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bama Lakeside Retreat-Pools, Lake, Fire-pit, Child & adult fun!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bama Lakeside Retreat-Pools, Lake, Fire-pit, Child & adult fun! located?
Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Black Warrior River, Shelton State Community College, and Alabama Fire College. Moundville Archaeological Park and Generations Primary Care are also within 9 mi (15 km).
About the host
Hosted by Bama Vacation Rentals
We built this, our dream house, after losing our other home to a tornado in 2000, and a 2nd home to a fire in 2006. We're both retired school teachers that have embarked on a new career path! We have a 200 year old B&B located just 2 blocks from the stadium, and we manage over 50 game-day rental properties all across town. We love to entertain, and we often host visitors in our home. Some of our former guests include Hurricane Katrina victims, and other visitors from all over the world, including the University of Alabama's Foreign Language Department. Our children are older now, so we decided as a family to try something new - making our home into a special retreat for other families! Roll Tide!
Why they chose this property
We built our home in this lovely location in south Tuscaloosa because of the quiet beauty of the lake, and its close proximity to town. We thought about building on Lake Tuscaloosa, but it's so far away from everything! We also wanted a quiet lake instead of one that sounded like the interstate! Our lake does not allow motor boats, so instead you only hear the sounds of nature all around you! Swimming is not allowed in the lake, but we have a huge pool to enjoy instead!
What makes this property unique
We have a fully stocked lake and the fishing gear to go with it! You can fish from the pier, use the paddle boat, row boat, or one of the kayaks. We also have a great outdoor heated swimming pool, an indoor exercise pool, pool table, air hockey table, 2 spoiled cats, and much more.
** Please be aware that this house used to be a Bed and Breakfast. You will see some old reviews indicating that. We are no longer a Bed and Breakfast, but a whole house rental.**
Languages:
English
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