CRAFTSMAN-STYLE COTTAGES, the very latest in modern features and amenities, expansive greenspaces and all the traditional advantages of a real neighborhood – The Retreat Student Cottages™ offers the very best in student living.

THE RETREAT IS THE PERFECT HOME BASE for an active, on-the-go student lifestyle. Enjoy the luxury of having your own private bedroom and bath, spacious closets, a gourmet kitchen and an expansive living room. Relax on your front porch or hang out with friends on your back patio.

LOCATED LESS THAN 2 MILES from the University of Alabama campus, The Retreat invites you to come and check out what student living should really be like!

THE RETREAT CLUBHOUSE is not just a place to drop off rent and check the mail – it’s your down-the-street destination! Unlike most community clubhouses, The Retreat’s over-10,000-square foot clubhouse is fully-equipped with a computer lab, fitness center, tanning beds, virtual driving range, movie theater, pool tables, poker, social, and study rooms, full kitchen and more. This place really has it all!

THERE'S ALSO PLENTY OF SPACE for outdoor fun at The Retreat. Toss a Frisbee, play with your dog, or meet up with neighbors for a scrimmage on our expansive greenspace that’s larger than 3 football fields! In warmer weather, you’ll want to spend time at our huge, resort-style pool– relax and play in the grotto, waterfall and water volleyball court, or soak up some sun on the sprawling deck. The Retreat pool is the perfect place to cool off and catch up with your friends, without even leaving the neighborhood!