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Boat Parking • Shore Power • Dog-Friendly Cottage

Florence cottage in East Florence area

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A two-story house with a covered porch and a large tree in front.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and shelves holding pots and plates.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a door leading to another room.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, a sink, and a window.
A living room with a ceiling fan, a television, a leather armchair, a sofa, and a coffee table.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Florence, AL
  • Place, River Heritage Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Shoals Conference Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Wilson Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Muscle Shoals, AL (MSL-Northwest Alabama Regional)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Florence

East Florence stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this East Florence cottage, you'll find Tennessee River and North Alabama Medical Center. River Heritage Park and Shoals Conference Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • River Heritage Park - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Shoals Conference Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Wilson Lake - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • University of North Alabama - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • McFarland Park - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Muscle Shoals, AL (MSL-Northwest Alabama Regional) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack's - ‬3 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.

Boat Parking • Shore Power • Dog-Friendly Cottage

Welcome to Madden’s Cottage—a cozy one-bedroom home in Florence, Alabama, perfect for a relaxing getaway, fishing trip, or work stay. Enjoy the comfort and privacy of an entire cottage, with convenient access to downtown Florence, the University of North Alabama, North Alabama Medical Center, the Florence Conference Center, and nearby Pickwick and Wilson Lakes.

ONE BEDROOM • ROOM FOR UP TO FOUR
The private bedroom features a comfortable queen bed with fresh linens. The cottage is ideal for two guests, but a queen-size air bed is available upon request for up to two additional guests. Please request the air bed when booking.

SETTLE IN & FEEL AT HOME
Relax in the comfortable living room with a Smart TV and free Wi-Fi, or enjoy your morning coffee on the front porch. A desk and chair provide a convenient place to work during your stay.

The fully equipped kitchen includes a stove, oven, refrigerator, appliances, cookware, dishes, and utensils for preparing meals. A full-size washer and dryer, air conditioning, heating, towels, and linens add comfort and convenience.

BRING YOUR BOAT
Off-street boat parking with shore power makes the cottage a convenient home base for exploring the area’s lakes. The garage is reserved for owner storage; please keep its entrance clear.

DOGS WELCOME
Dogs are welcome for an additional pet fee. The backyard is only partially fenced, so dogs must remain leashed and supervised outdoors. Please keep dogs off the furniture, clean up after them, and crate them if you leave them alone inside.

PLEASE NOTE: TRAFFIC NOISE
Madden’s Cottage is on a busy street corner, so you may experience some traffic noise during your stay, including at night. We provide a sleep sound machine to help you rest comfortably.

You’ll have private access to the entire cottage. We live locally, respect your privacy, and are available if you need assistance.

Check-in is at 4 p.m., and check-out is at 10 a.m. Smoking, parties, and events of any type are not allowed.

We look forward to welcoming you to Madden’s Cottage!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 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)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Florence
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Florence

Frequently asked questions

How close is Boat Parking • Shore Power • Dog-Friendly Cottage to the airport?

This cottage is 5.8 mi (8-min drive) away from the Muscle Shoals, AL (MSL-Northwest Alabama Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Boat Parking • Shore Power • Dog-Friendly Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Boat Parking • Shore Power • Dog-Friendly Cottage offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Boat Parking • Shore Power • Dog-Friendly Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Boat Parking • Shore Power • Dog-Friendly Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Boat Parking • Shore Power • Dog-Friendly Cottage?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Boat Parking • Shore Power • Dog-Friendly Cottage have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Boat Parking • Shore Power • Dog-Friendly Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Boat Parking • Shore Power • Dog-Friendly Cottage to downtown Florence?

This cottage is 1.9 mi away from Florence.

Boat Parking • Shore Power • Dog-Friendly Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Everything was great, thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

The cottage was so clean and close to great activities! We loved our stay and plan to visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fantastic stay!... the location was great ( only got lost once). Lower profile vehicle definitely opt for parking on the street ( no issues ). Our Host was super quick to respond to questions or needs. Property was super clean and well furnished. Air conditioning was excellent! Loved the white noise machine for any ambient noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant stay

This was a pleasant stay. The property was clean and as described on line. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for a tournament and the parking space for our boat and truck was the biggest draw for us. The host was really communicative and definitely on top of ensuring we had everything we needed. It was clean and nice to be able to stay in a house instead of a hotel. The only negative i can really think of was the property is close to a somewhat busy road, but it was ultimately a quiet neighborhood and a nice stay. Really enjoyed it and would consider it again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

JUST PERFECT

We needed a cozy place to stay ovenight to attend a wedding. this was just right!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in town for a week long fishing tournament. Parking was simple. Charging the boat was easy with a plug right there at the corner of the home. Access to McFarland only took about 10 minutes. Overall, great accommodations. If you have multiple guest and need multiple beds, bring a cot or a foam roll. My partner got the bed and I slept on the recliner part of the loveseat.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy

Very clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy

All I can say is it definetly lived up to its name! If cozy is what you’re looking for, this is it, you won’t be disappointed
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

adequate accommodations

A cute little cottage, clean and remodeled, with parking enough for my pickup pulling a trailer. The host was thoughtful enough to leave earplugs to ensure a good night's sleep. Overall an acceptable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed...

We helped move our son down to Florence for school and were looking for a place to stay for the week. What we found was this nice home close to the school. It had everything we needed for our stay. Communication with the host was seamless. Always responded to my questions within minutes, sometimes even quicker. House was clean and comfortable. I would definitely recommend this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Comfortable and Clean

The house smelled clean when we walked in! The sheets were clean and there were fresh towels. We were in for a baseball tournament. My son and I were comfortable inside the house. It was VERY convenient to have a washer and dryer to get uniforms clean between games. We had most everything we could have needed. Even with the heat index in the trip digits, the house stayed cool. The location was convenient for all things we needed... We were within 5 or 10 mins from grocery stores, ball parks, hotel where the rest of the team was, and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Cottage stay

The house was nice and clean. It was also very nicely decorated. A couple of things I was surprised by, but not bothered, was no centeal heat/air. There were a couple of window units and a couple of space heaters. Also, the house slopes downward in the kitchen. It was not a bother to us just surprised by that upon entering the kitchen. Also, does not have cable/dish/direct tv BUT does have prime video with commercials so we were able to watch movies. Overall very comfortable and cozy!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and the host was very attentive. We did expect a shower only which we prefer however, it is exceptionally small. A very, very tight space.It is in an older neighborhood and the neighbors were friendly. Overall, a good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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