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Close Quarters - 1 bedroom studio in historic First National Bank on the square

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ashland, AL
  • Place, Lake Wedowee
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Talladega Walk of Fame / Davey Allison Memorial Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Cheaha Resort State Park
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ashland

A stay at this apartment places you in the heart of Ashland, and within 11 minutes by car from Talladega National Forest. .This apartment is 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Nubbin Creek Trailhead and 13 mi (20.9 km) from Lake Wedowee.

What's nearby

  • Lake Wedowee - 18 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • Talladega Walk of Fame / Davey Allison Memorial Park - 26 min drive - 29.2 miles
  • Talladega College - 27 min drive - 29.6 miles
  • Top Trails OHV Park - 32 min drive - 33.1 miles
  • Cheaha Resort State Park - 32 min drive - 27.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jack's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Partner's Pit Bar B Q - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Monte Alban 2 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Blue & White Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Close Quarters - 1 bedroom studio in historic First National Bank on the square

Close Quarters is a charming one-bedroom, one-bathroom studio apartment located inside the historic First National Bank Building on the courthouse square in downtown Ashland, Alabama. Blending historic character with modern comfort, this cozy retreat is the perfect place to relax whether you're visiting for a weekend getaway, outdoor adventure, a visit back to your hometown or just passing through.

The apartment features a comfortable king bedroom, a full bathroom, a welcoming living area, and a convenient kitchenette equipped for preparing simple meals and snacks. Large windows offer a beautiful view of the historic Clay County Courthouse, the highest elevated county courthouse in the state of Alabama, giving you a front-row seat to the charm of Ashland's downtown square.

Step outside to enjoy local shops, restaurants, and the friendly atmosphere of this small Southern town. For outdoor enthusiasts, you're just a scenic 20-minute drive from Cheaha State Park, home to the highest point in Alabama. Spend the day hiking breathtaking trails, taking in panoramic mountain views, exploring waterfalls, or simply enjoying the beauty of the Talladega National Forest before returning to the comfort of Close Quarters.

Whether you're here to explore Alabama's natural beauty, discover the area's rich history, or simply enjoy a peaceful stay in a unique historic building, Close Quarters offers a memorable experience in the heart of Ashland.
Make yourself comfortable in your air-conditioned apartment. The bathroom has a bathtub or shower and a hair dryer.
This smoke-free apartment features rock climbing nearby, hiking/biking trails nearby, and kayaking nearby. Recreational activities include mountain biking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a lake

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

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

  • Unit size: 450 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Just leave the bed unmade and the housekeeper will launder.
There are trash cans in the back parking lot behind the building. You may take your trash there or tie it up tightly and leave in the apartment for the housekeeper to get.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

This property is NOT pet friendly. There is an other apartment on this 2nd floor and commercial offices on the 1st floor.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There is a small futon a child could sleep on.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Close Quarters - 1 bedroom studio in historic First National Bank on the square Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We traveled into town for a student session and were so grateful to find "Close Quarters", especially since we didn’t want our student having to travel upwards of 45 minutes to an hour to the nearest hotel with a conference room. This space was the perfect solution.We had a wonderful experience at "Close Quarters", the charming one-bedroom studio located in the historic First National Bank right on the town square. It fit our purpose perfectly.We used the space for a small student session, and it was exactly what we needed—comfortable, inviting, and just the right size for creating a relaxed and focused atmosphere. There’s something especially memorable about gathering in a space with so much historic character.One of our favorite features was being able to **look out onto the town square**. The view added so much to the experience and gave the space a wonderful sense of connection to the heart of the community.Close Quarters truly lived up to its name in the best possible way: comfortable, full of character, and perfectly suited for our group. We couldn’t have asked for a better setting for our session and would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026