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Mara Retreat: Jacuzzi, Patio Oasis, Games, Pets & Near Downtown Birmingham

Family-friendly stay near University of Alabama at Birmingham

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A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a recliner, and a coffee table.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, and a built-in dishwasher.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Birmingham, AL
  • Place, Rickwood Field
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Arlington Antebellum Home and Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Birmingham CrossPlex
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Birmingham, AL (BHM-Birmingham Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Birmingham

Five Points West stay.Your stay at this Five Points West vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Rickwood Field and Legion Field. Arlington Antebellum Home and Gardens and Baptist Medical Center - Princeton are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rickwood Field - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Arlington Antebellum Home and Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Birmingham CrossPlex - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 4 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • UAB Hospital - 6 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Birmingham Station - 11 min drive
  • Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪MamaNem Southern Kitchen - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Church's Texas Chicken - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mara Retreat: Jacuzzi, Patio Oasis, Games, Pets & Near Downtown Birmingham

Spacious retreat close to downtown Birmingham perfect for families or groups!
Mara Retreat features two separate units (A & B), each offering 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, fully equipped kitchens, comfortable living and dining areas, game rooms, and in-unit laundry.

Step outside to enjoy an outdoor oasis with a jacuzzi, fire pit, grill, seating and dining areas, and a projector for movie nights or watching sports (streaming). The yard also includes a large ping-pong table, and guests may choose to park in the gated backyard. The front porches offer seating areas, a foosball table as well as air hockey table.

This property is ideal for relaxing, reconnecting, and making unforgettable memories together.

This home is best suited for respectful guests and quiet group gatherings.

Please note: Parties are not allowed at Mara Retreat. Family gatherings and large groups reunions are welcome as long as quiet hours (10:00 PM–9:00 AM) are respected.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No smoking inside the property. If smoking inside the property is detected after your check out, it will be reported to Vrbo.
Take out trash upon check out. Trash bins are outside, in the front of the house.
Leave all dirty towels next to the washer in the laundry room.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 22
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 22. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Mara Retreat: Jacuzzi, Patio Oasis, Games, Pets & Near Downtown Birmingham to the airport?

This vacation home is 9.3 mi (20-min drive) away from the Birmingham International Airport (BHM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Mara Retreat: Jacuzzi, Patio Oasis, Games, Pets & Near Downtown Birmingham have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Mara Retreat: Jacuzzi, Patio Oasis, Games, Pets & Near Downtown Birmingham offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Mara Retreat: Jacuzzi, Patio Oasis, Games, Pets & Near Downtown Birmingham?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Birmingham Race Course Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Mara Retreat: Jacuzzi, Patio Oasis, Games, Pets & Near Downtown Birmingham?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Mara Retreat: Jacuzzi, Patio Oasis, Games, Pets & Near Downtown Birmingham?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Mara Retreat: Jacuzzi, Patio Oasis, Games, Pets & Near Downtown Birmingham have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Mara Retreat: Jacuzzi, Patio Oasis, Games, Pets & Near Downtown Birmingham have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Mara Retreat: Jacuzzi, Patio Oasis, Games, Pets & Near Downtown Birmingham to downtown Birmingham?

This vacation home is 3.1 mi away from Birmingham.

Mara Retreat: Jacuzzi, Patio Oasis, Games, Pets & Near Downtown Birmingham Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allyson L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, had plenty of room and linens. Kitchen well stocked. The host was very responsive to make sure we had everything and got in the house ok. This was great for a group or family gathering. I would absolutely stay here again! So welcoming!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing sums up our entire interaction. Our host went above and beyond to make our stay pleasant and comfortable. Answered questions and kept us informed about all the amenities that were available.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful! Very spacious, clean and so much to do. Mara is a great cost everything we needed was taken care of. The neighborhood is very quite and 20 minutes to the golf course. Thank you Mara!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing & perfect property on a quiet & safe street. We had 4 couples and 9 kids staying together for a long wedding weekend. There was plenty of space for everyone to have their own place to retreat to, and still come together for family meals and lots of playtime on the front porch. Parking on the street was easy, and stocking up on groceries was a snap at the Super Walmart 12 minutes away.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

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