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Stephen Stills Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 43500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Sheffield, AL
  • Muscle Shoals Sound Studios
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • University of North Alabama
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • McFarland Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Muscle Shoals, AL (MSL-Northwest Alabama Regional)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bob Dylan Bedoom

1 Queen Bed

Bob Segar Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Eric Clapton Bedroom downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Bed

Stephen Stills Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bob Dylan Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Segar and Clapton shared downstairs bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Stephen Stills Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Muscle Shoals Music House

This listing is for the whole 3500 square foot house, but if you need only two bedrooms with two baths, kitchen and living room, renting only the main floor is an option. Ask me for pricing. The main floor has 2100 square feet of living space with two bedrooms and two full baths, a full kitchen and dining area and living room. If you are interested in longer stays and discounts, book and shorter say and we can discuss.

This property is secluded in at the end a neighborhood and sits on a bluff overlooking the Tennessee River and Wilson Dam. The house was once owned by the world famous Muscle Shoals Sound Music Recording Studio.

This home was used by the studio to house the stars while they were here recording.

The following is a list of artist that recorded at Muscle Shoals Sound Studios while they were using this house for musical guests. Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Glenn Frey, Bob Segar, Dr. Hook, James Brown, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Carlos Santana, Alabama, Ronnie Milsap, The Amazing Rhythm Aces, George Michael, Joe Cocker, Dire Straits, Julian Lennon, The Oak Ridge Boy, Jimmy Buffett, Joan Baez, Jerry Jeff Walker, Helen Reddy, Chris Hillman, Roger McGuin, Eddie Rabbitt, John Prine, John Conlee, Millie Jackson and Isaac Hayes, Staple Singers, Tony Orlando, Delbert McClinton, Billy Crash Craddock, Michelle Pillar, Forester Sisters, Phoebe Snow, , Latimore, Prince Phillip Mitchell, Bobby Womack, Donna Fargo, Levon Helm, Mavis Staples, Starland Vocal Band, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, Johnny Taylor, Greg Adams, Witch Queen, Kate Taylor, Patti Austin, Johnny Rivers, Jackson Highway, Billy Burnette, Lenny LeBlanc, Billy Vera, Russell Smith, Frankie Miller, Lou Ann Barton, Z.Z. Hill, Steve Cropper, Will McFarlane, Muscle Shoals Horns, Margie Joseph, Thrasher Brothers, Steve Bassett, Peter Pringle, Little Milton, James Govan, The Convertibles, The Dealers, Ahmad Jamal, Latimore, Denise Lasalle, Rose Brothers, William Lee Golden, Willie DeVille, Jeff Dugan, Gotham Flasher, and Boule Noire

We are centrally located in Sheffield, AL just five minutes from Muscle Shoals, Florence and Tuscumbia. Collectively known as the Shoals, we are known for our two Robert Trent Jones golf courses, the second largest locking dam in the world at the Wilson dam, the home place of both father of the Blues W.C. Handy and Helen Keller. Handy is celebrated by an annual music festival in July and Keller also celebrated with a festival in June. The Tennessee River brings in many bass fisherman and boaters. We also have one of the few Frank Lloyd Wright homes as a museum in Florence.

We can help direct you with your itinerary and point you toward fun things to do while you are here. Our kitchen is stocked with some basics in the event you wake up and need a snack.

Property manager

Clay Mize

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Reservation not confirmed till we receive the following: 1. Reason visiting. 2. Where you are coming from. 3. Number of vehicles boats and RV's.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sheffield

Located in Sheffield, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Muscle Shoals Sound Studios and Indian Mound and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Alabama Music Hall of Fame and Children's Museum of the Shoals. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sheffield, AL

What's nearby

  • Muscle Shoals Sound Studios - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • University of North Alabama - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • North Alabama Medical Center - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • McFarland Park - 9 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Muscle Shoals, AL (MSL-Northwest Alabama Regional) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cookout - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Champy’s Famous Fried Chicken - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪River Bottom Grille by Stanfield's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bunyan's Bar-B-Que - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Muscle Shoals Music House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Muscle Shoals Music House ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Muscle Shoals Music House ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Muscle Shoals Music House located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Tennessee River, Pickwick Lake and York Terrace Park. Tri Cities Park and Sheffield City Hall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

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

Beautiful view

Our family, 60-82, loved the view of the Tennessee river, the quiet area, accessibility ( no stairs on main level) and imagining the conversations of the great musicians who stayed here. Great restaurants nearby and Clay is a wonderful host. The house is older but the beds are super comfy and the house is filled with interesting items. We will definitely stay here again when we visit family in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

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

Million Dollar View

We visited the area to tour FAME snd Muscle Shoals Sound Studio. Not only did the house have an amazing view of the river, it was an easy drive to the studios and local restaurants. We enjoyed watching the geese, ducks, osprey and eagle as well as the boats and barges. Additionally, we enjoyed a visit from a beautiful neighborhood cat! The host did a great job of communicating with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Beautiful view.

We had a great time, the views are beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John J.

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

Best view in town

So peaceful to wake up looking at that river. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy P.

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

Great place to stay

Fantastic view through a large window of the Tennessee river. Nice soft sheets and towels. Compelling photos and prints on walls. Fascinating history of the place. Enjoyed the reading material. Kind host. We’ve stayed here twice. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty S.

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

Amazing

This house has everything you will need to recharge your soul. The views are absolutely amazing. I spent the whole time looking at the views. Perfect weekend. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

ed a.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Not as the pictures online!

Never received any check in instructions so had to ask about codes to get in. There were no chair pads on the few chairs on patio. No wicker chairs or flowers and no grill as in the pictures. Messaged Clay about these and he said they did not have any and then asked if we would feed the cat! The next day he did bring some pads for the chairs and 2 small Webber grills that were rusted. The outside fire pit was in terrible shape and the furniture for it were too dirty to use. We were looking forward to a fire but could not have one because of its poor shape. There was a basket of snacks in the kitchen but most were expired! There was a lot of food left in the frig upstairs and downstairs as well as both freezers. There was mold in the downstairs shower and the downstairs smelled like old cooked food. There was a several personal items (bicycle, suitcase,etc) left around. It was obvious that he just left the house he lives in for us for the time we rented for and not in very good condition. This is all too bad because the view is awesome. Clay was attentive to my txts during the stay. Be warned, this house is not as described!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., Mentor, OH

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

Great place to relax and enjoy the view!

We spent two nights to enjoy the sights around Muscle Shoals (of course the music studios) but our favorite was the Birthplace of Helen Keller. Great tour of her home and the story of her and Anne Sullivan. The house was extremely quiet and I enjoyed some book reading.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy C.

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

Perfect Stay

Excellent place to visit Want to revisit
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kathy O.

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

Lovely older home

This property is an older home on a fabulous lot. The home sits high on a bluff overlooking the Tennessee River. The view is spectacular! The home is an older home with good bones. The inside is a bit dated, but functional. The beds were comfortable. One bathroom is quite large, the second bath is smaller with a small shower. A larger person would struggle with using the shower. Overall, the home was comfortable and met our needs for the few days we were there. And the view cannot be beat!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Communication

Dated

I was unable to make the trip but my girlfriends had a few issues-the home was not ready for check-in, the dishwasher was full of hats (not a typo), the kitchen was dated and needed - utensils, glasses, etc. the beds we're comfortable and the memories will last them a lifetime!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Celeste C.

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

Relaxing river view

Great place. Highly recommend. Close to many places to visit and enjoy. But best part is the house is on top of a cliff overlooking the Tennessee river. I could sit there for days enjoying the view. Questions were answered swiftly by Clay. Highlight was spending time with Alice, the outside kitty. Thank you Clay for a wonderful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz K.

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

Great resting spot

We really enjoyed our stay at the Music House, spending most of our time outside, enjoying the river views. Unfortunately we had a motorcycle malfunction and had to use the house as a sleeping spot to go all of the way to Louisiana and back to get our truck and trailer. But wonderful location to rest on our there and back up the Natchez Trace. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Great Place

This was just a wonderful house - exactly as described. Beautiful view of river and spacious, clean, and comfortable accommodations. The host, Clay, was very hospitable and responsive to our questions /needs. Will definitely stay their again. Best rental I’ve ever booked!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

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

Great location

We really enjoyed our stay. The home is in a very convenient location for exploring the area. The view from the living room was spectacular, and to sit and enjoy my coffee in the morning was a wonderful way to start the day. Clay was very responsive to our needs and having the breakfast items there for us was a special touch. The bed was very comfortable. My husband was jazzed that so many famous musicians had stayed at that home. We look forward to staying there again in the future to explore the many different things the area has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda K., Selma, Alabama

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

Beautiful View, Great Accommodations!

The upstairs floor of the home we stayed in was absolutely perfect for our short weekend visit to the Muscle Shoals, Florence, Tuscumbia area. We enjoyed meeting Clay, the host. Very Nice and friendly. We went to the Rattlesnake Saloon to eat lunch and to Trow Bridges Ice Cream Parlor for Dessert. We rode out to the Wilson Dam Overlook afterwards and then over to McFarland Park, which is across the Tennessee River from the House we were staying in which was on a tall Bluff overlooking the River. The property was absolutely breathtaking. We all wanted to MOVE there! Thanks for everything, Clay! Brenda, Robert, Wanda & Gary P.S. We also loved meeting Alice the tortoise-shell Kitty. She was so sweet!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Fantastic property, close to local attractions with historic music significance.

Clay was a great host. There to greet us and provide advice about the area. The home was clean and located in a safe neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chuck B.

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

Enjoyable experience

We really enjoyed our stay here. It was peaceful and refreshing. Would recommend this property to anyone looking to relax and decompress.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deede I.

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

A Wonderful Weekend Getaway

This is a great place to stay, relax, and enjoy the river. The house is vintage and Clay is a wonderful property manager. Some great restaurants close to the property. Be sure to visit Cajun's and FloBama. After visiting the restaurants we would go back and relax and watch the river through a picture window . We will definitely will be back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Sandy J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely View

Lovely view from common area of Tennessee River. Quiet area. Convenient to all we wanted to experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Candice B., Southside, AL

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

Spacious yet cozy

Great location with a beautiful view. Owner is very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanne C.

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

We will return to Muscle Shoals.

The location was perfect for the sites we wanted to visit. The view was breathtaking. The little outdoor kitty, Alice, was an extra bonus. So much to see. We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cecil L.

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

Music history

The view from the living room of the Tennessee River is terrific! We came to Muscle Shoals to tour all of the studios where so much music began. It was great to stay in Clay's place preceded by Carlos Santana, Eric Clapton, Bob Seger, Isaac Hayes, James Brown, and so many others.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl J.

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

Property Review

Beautiful, wonderful place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

William A., Portland Oregon

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

Exceptional Experience!!

Exceptional views, home, owner and just a great friendly & peaceful vibe!! Thank you for sharing such a treasure and treat!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Clay Mize

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My roots run deep in the southern soil. My ancestors often found themselves in a fight. They were in the middle of the Revolution, at odds during the civil war and together again for WWI and II. Ty Cobb and Johnny Mize called my great-grandfather Uncle Billy.

My father was born in a log cabin. By age seven I understood the meaning of a long row to hoe. In Alabama, playing football is what you do if you want a girlfriend. I got more education than I knew what to do with, while my real education came after going to work.

In addition to the family farm, I worked as a furniture assembler, lifeguard, paper boy, waiter, cookie salesman, and oil field roustabout. Other names I held along the way are baby brother, friend, teammate, quarterback, Christian, entrepreneur, professor, talk-show host, landlord, writer, and coach. Some paid better than others. Now I do what I please and it pleases me to manage a couple B&B’s, coach tennis and write, though I still have a dream or two I am cogitating.

A few years ago, I turned away from the financial engine that had been good to me. We helped thousands and paid millions to families in need. I wasn’t fully aware of my desire to go in another direction, but I now understand I wanted a greater return on my time and energy. I could only find this by investing in children, building community and sharing important ideas. The remuneration is an other worldly form of compensation.

I am working on a new novel. If you read one of my books and don’t get an idea that is worth 100 times the cost of the book, I will send you a refund. Let me know at Claiborne.mize@gmail.com

Same goes if I speak to your organization.

Why they chose this property

Its all about the music history and the view.

What makes this property unique

The vibe is historic in this house. This is a two star house with a 5 star vibe and view. Even with that said, this property is valued at a million plus dollars.

Languages:

English