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The Rigloo on 5th - Historic District of Opelika

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A two-story house with a prominent front entrance, a small porch, and a well-maintained lawn.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel stove, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A dining room with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by white cabinets and shelves with various items.
A living room with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, a television mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden nightstand, dresser, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Culinary delights just around the corner
    Guests love the location for its abundance of dining options.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to John Emerald Distilling Company
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Opelika, AL
  • Place, John Emerald Distilling Company
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Railroad Avenue Historic District
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Opelika Train Depot
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Columbus, GA (CSG-Columbus Metropolitan)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

The Rigloo on 5th - Historic District of Opelika

Charming stucco cottage in Opelika's Historic District!

Location
The Rigloo is located in Opelika's Historic District - take a stroll and become enamored with the area's unique charm. Within walking distance are shops, restaurants, parks, and more.

Child Friendly
Leave the pack 'n' play at home and enjoy our home equipped with an established nursery!

Close to the Action
Whether in town for an Auburn game day, a pickleball tournament, or a little league weekend, our home serves as a safe and comfortable clubhouse, minutes from the action.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4892482vb
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

About the area

Opelika

Opelika is home to this cottage. Museum of East Alabama and Telfair Peet Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at John Emerald Distilling Company and Bowlero Auburn. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jordan-Hare Stadium or Samford Tennis Center.
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Opelika, AL

What's nearby

  • Salem-Shotwell Covered Bridge - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • John Emerald Distilling Company - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Railroad Avenue Historic District - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Opelika Train Depot - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Opelika Public Library - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Columbus, GA (CSG-Columbus Metropolitan) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chuck's Bar-B-Que - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mrs. Story's Dairy Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Rigloo on 5th - Historic District of Opelika pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Rigloo on 5th - Historic District of Opelika?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Rigloo on 5th - Historic District of Opelika?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Rigloo on 5th - Historic District of Opelika?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Rigloo on 5th - Historic District of Opelika located?

Situated in Opelika, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Salem-Shotwell Covered Bridge and John Emerald Distilling Company. Railroad Avenue Historic District and Museum of East Alabama are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this lovely historic home. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming historic house located in historic Opelika. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rigloo was great proximity to downtown Opelika, walking distance to many restaurants and places to shop. The home was as exactly as advertised and Tyler was a great host and very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tyler was an exceptional host. Everything was just as advertised and it was very clean, well stocked, and very comfortable. Tyler also has a new bakery and I was able to order some wonderful treats that he delivered for our graduation party. I would definitely recommend this charming home. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a welcoming greeting to drive 4-1/2 hours to Opelika after a work & school day and see this really neat sight ! Our Host, Tyler, had a loaf of local artisan bread there awaiting our late arrival . All other amenities were there to accommodate our weekend stay .We were able to find this unbelievable place to settle in to attend the AU Game .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov, 2025
Don, it was our pleasure to host you and your crew. We hope to have you stay with us again in the future!

About the host

Hosted by Tyler Riggs

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Christian, husband, father, and wannabe food critic.

Living and hosting in Opelika, Alabama.

Why they chose this property

The Rigloo is located in Opelika's Historic District - take a stroll and become enamored with the area's unique charm.

Within walking distance of The Rigloo:
•Enjoy a lovely dinner at Zazu’s 🍽️
•Explore new brews at Resting Pulse 🍺
•Listen to a summer concert at Monkey Park 🎶
•Stroll through the Azalea Trail in spring 🌺
•Expend your little one’s energy at the new all inclusive playground at Floral Park 🛝
•Become charmed with the Victorian Front Porch Tour this Christmas season 🎅🏼

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