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The Nelson 1st Floor Riverfront Condo with Pool & Gym Access

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1266 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Place, University of Alabama
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Black Warrior River
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Tuscaloosa River Walk
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Tuscaloosa

With a stay at this condo in Tuscaloosa (East Central Tuscaloosa), you'll be a 1-minute drive from University of Alabama and 5 minutes from Bryant-Denny Stadium. .This condo is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from The Park at Manderson Landing and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Tuscaloosa River Walk.
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What's nearby

  • University of Alabama - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Park at Manderson Landing - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Black Warrior River - 1 min drive - 0.2 miles
  • Tuscaloosa River Walk - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Bryant-Denny Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Tuscaloosa Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baumhower's Victory Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Avenue Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Nelson 1st Floor Riverfront Condo with Pool & Gym Access

Welcome to The Nelson at Watercress, an updated 3-bedroom, 3-bath condo in Tuscaloosa featuring contemporary furnishings, river views, and convenient access to the University of Alabama. Refreshed in 2024 with new paint and carpet, this well-appointed first-floor condo offers three private king suites, comfortable living spaces, and access to a community pool, fitness center, and recreational amenities. Ideal for Alabama football weekends, graduation, and campus visits. Professionally hosted by Riposo Rentals.



✨ KEY FEATURES

✦ 3 king suites, each with a private bathroom

✦ 3 full bathrooms with showers

✦ Flexible check-in and check-out available upon request

✦ Updated in 2024 with fresh paint and carpet

✦ Living area with river views

✦ Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances

✦ Open-concept living and dining area

✦ 4 smart TVs + free WiFi

✦ In-unit washer and dryer

✦ Community pool, fitness center, and sports courts

✦ Complimentary on-site parking

✦ First-floor condo in Building 5



🏈 THE TUSCALOOSA EXPERIENCE

Enjoy Alabama football weekends, graduation, and campus events with comfortable accommodations and space to unwind after a day in Tuscaloosa.

✦ Short drive or Uber ride to Bryant-Denny Stadium and the University of Alabama

✦ Three private king suites ideal for couples, families, and friends

✦ Living area with river views

✦ Community pool and recreational amenities between events



📍 LOCATION

Centrally located at Watercress in Tuscaloosa, The Nelson provides convenient access to campus, dining, and local attractions.

✦ Short drive or Uber ride to Bryant-Denny Stadium and the University of Alabama

✦ Approximately 5 minutes to University Drive

✦ 5-minute drive to restaurants and grocery shopping

✦ Convenient to downtown Tuscaloosa



🏡 LIVING & DINING

The open living and dining areas feature contemporary furnishings and a functional layout for relaxing or gathering after a day in Tuscaloosa.

✦ Comfortable living room with large smart TV and river views

✦ Dining and kitchen seating for 4

✦ Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances

✦ Keurig and traditional coffee maker

✦ In-unit washer and dryer located off the kitchen



🛏 BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS

Three king suites, each with its own private bathroom, provide comfort and privacy for guests traveling together.



Primary King Suite

✦ King bed + smart TV

✦ Private en suite bathroom with shower

✦ Walk-in closet



Second King Suite

✦ King bed + smart TV

✦ Private en suite bathroom with shower

✦ Walk-in closet



Third King Suite

✦ King bed + smart TV

✦ Private en suite bathroom with shower and grab bar

✦ Walk-in closet



🌿 OUTDOOR & COMMUNITY AMENITIES

Take advantage of the community amenities throughout your stay.

✦ Community swimming pool

✦ Fitness center and resident lounge

✦ Basketball and pickleball courts

✦ Multiple outdoor grilling areas

✦ River views



🚗 PARKING & ACCESS

✦ Complimentary on-site parking

✦ Convenient first-floor location in Building 5



🏘️ TRAVELING WITH A LARGER GROUP?

Additional condos are available within the Watercress community—ideal for alumni groups, families, or friends wanting separate accommodations in the same location.



Enjoy Tuscaloosa at The Nelson, with three private king suites, river views, and convenient access to Alabama football, campus events, and community amenities.



Professionally hosted by Riposo Rentals.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

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.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Basketball nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,266 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

1. Guests are required to sign rental agreement and purchase trip insurance. 5% cancellation fee.
2. No pets. Registered service animals only. No emotional support animals.
3. Parking strictly enforced. Use of 3 parking spots in parking garage. No parties.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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The Nelson 1st Floor Riverfront Condo with Pool & Gym Access Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Will stay again. We loved the location to campus and was very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for a Campus Visit

This property was great for our family. The girls loved having their own bathrooms. I would highly recommend this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Quick UA Visit

Apartment worked very well for our campus visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

A Perfect College Visit

This property was even better than listed. 3 full master suites allowed the family plenty of space. Very clean, very comfortable, very close to campus, and a very good value. Great communication from the host as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great Spot

This was a great spot for us as we visited University of Alabama. It was perfectly located-5 minutes from campus. Nice gated community with amenities on the river. Condo was a nice size and bed/bath combos were convenient. Very clean and nicely equipped kitchen. Easy check in and check out process. Will keep this on our list for future campus visits.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing condo

This place was amazing from start to finish. Jennifer the host was completely accessible and helpful. We really liked the shortcut provided with all property details. Everything from check in to check out was a breeze. The kitchen was well stocked and everything was so clean. We loved having both drip and pod coffee makers. The three bedrooms were huge, the beds were so comfortable and the bathrooms (each room has a huge bathroom and closet) was perfect for our trip. I loved that there was hairdryer, and hangers for my clothes. Location is perfect. We loved watching the rowing team from the windows. Right on the river and very close to my daughter's dorm at U of Alabama. Would highly recommend this property for a great stay!! Roll Tide!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Above and Beyond!!!

THIS CONDO IS PERFECT!!!We stayed at this condo for a long May 2025 weekend, bringing 5 total adults, for our son's law school graduation at UA. It is super close to UA law library & basketball arena, the graduation and reception locations. It is also close to many restaurants and grocery stores.EVERYTHING is provided for your convenience to cook and stay in comfort: dishes, cookware, basic spices, coffee, sweeteners, toaster oven, coffee machines (brew & KCup), kitchen & laundry soap, bath soaps, kitchen towels & bath towels, plenty of paper products in kitchen & bathrooms. We were amazed!!We brought 2 grandmas, one with limited mobility, to this FIRST FLOOR condo. Ground floor was of vital importance since stairs weren't possible. There was a safety bar for in one of the bathrooms for the grandmas. We had 3 private bedrooms, king beds in each, and each with it's own large private bathroom & closet. So much room to organize yourself during your stay!!We enjoyed being together in the kitchen & family room area. We had plenty of room for meals together, and we enjoyed watching the boats & barges float down the river. Every room has a large flatscreen TV, too.Communication with Jennifer was excellent!! She quickly responded to my every question. She was very understanding of our grandma needs and made sure the condo could accommodate them.This condo was, by far, the ABSOLUTE BEST rental we've ever visited!! HIGHLY recommend for all UA or Tuscaloosa events!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

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