Apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL
Reasons to book
About this apartment rental
Welcome to Down The Shore, where Southern hospitality meets a little taste of the Jersey Shore! Located in the beautiful gated Watercress community on the Black Warrior River, this spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom waterfront condo offers the perfect blend of relaxation, convenience, and comfort — just one mile from the University of Alabama.
Located on the third floor of Building 5, this beautifully appointed condo comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests and is the perfect home base for Alabama football weekends, graduation celebrations, family visits, business trips, or a relaxing river getaway.
Step inside and enjoy thoughtful touches throughout the home inspired by the owners’ roots in New Jersey. From coastal décor and Shore-inspired accents to little reminders of life “down the shore,” this condo brings a unique vacation vibe to the heart of Tuscaloosa.
The fully stocked kitchen has everything you need to feel right at home, including cookware, dishes, and coffee essentials featuring both a traditional drip coffee maker and a Keurig K-Cup option. We also provide coffee, cream, and sugar so your first morning starts off easy and relaxing.
The condo features three private bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet:
Primary Bedroom: King-sized bed, smart TV, bedside lamps, and convenient extra outlets for charging your devices.
Second Bedroom: King-sized bed, smart TV, bedside lamps, and additional charging outlets.
Third Bedroom: Two comfortable twin beds, perfect for children, friends, or additional guests.
Need extra sleeping space? The living room sofa converts into a queen sleeper sofa with a memory foam mattress for added comfort.
Guests will love the amenities offered throughout the Watercress community, including:
Gated community access
Resort-style swimming pool
Outdoor grills
Fitness center
Tanning bed
Convenient onsite parking
Whether you’re cheering on the Crimson Tide, exploring Tuscaloosa, enjoying the river views, or simply looking for a relaxing getaway, Down The Shore offers the perfect place to stay.
Pack your bags, grab your flip-flops, and get ready to enjoy a little piece of the Jersey Shore — right here on the Black Warrior River.
Guest Access:
**Please Read Before Booking**
>All reservations made within 2 weeks of the date of arrival are subject to require in-person Government-issued ID verification.
>If your selected property offers the use of (trundle beds, upper bunks of bunk beds, roll-aways, futons, or flip sofas) these beds will not be made up in advance. Linens are provided and should be stored with these beds.
>Please enter the correct number of people for an accurate quote/price. Pricing varies based on the number of people.
>No pets allowed at this property.
>For stays longer than 2 weeks, please be aware that you will be charged an additional cleaning fee. All properties are required to be cleaned and inspected every other week.
>This property is equipped with noise monitors. These devices monitor the decimal level of the noise in the units.
>There are exterior security cameras at the property. Guests may not tamper with, cover, or unplug these devices.
>This unit is on the 3rd floor and does NOT have an elevator.
The Neighborhood:
Whether you are going to the University of Alabama, DCH, Downtown Tuscaloosa, or the Mercedes Amphitheatre (formally Tuscaloosa Amphitheatre), this condo is super convenient to it all!
Other Things to Note:
• Must be at least 25 years old to book.
• This unit is on the 3rd floor and there are NO ELEVATORS
Important: Before you arrive, you will be asked to complete guest verification through a third-party provider, Truvi. This is done to ensure we stay up-to-date with short-term rental regulations, as well as provide both our guests and properties with extra protection. Truvi will contact you via email and/or text to complete the verification. Please do so prior to arriving at the property to enable a quick and easy check-in process.
