Uniontown Travel Guide

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This is an old house that I found in Uniontown, Alabama as I was just out riding one spring day. (Yep, in my Jeep!!) I thought it was abandoned, but someone is living in it. I found out that it's called "Pitts Folly", although I don't know why. Further research says that Pitts' Folly is a historic antebellum Greek Revival residence located in Uniontown, Alabama. The house was built by Philip Henry Pitts as his main house. Many local legends detail how the house gained its name, but they all center on the people of Uniontown believing it to be folly, or foolishness, that Pitts was building such a large house. Phillip Pitts recorded in his diary that construction of the house began on February 27, 1852. He also recorded the house being completed in April 1853. His assets by 1860 were valued at $175,300. At this time he owned two additional plantations, "Rurill Hill" and "Kings" for a total of 2,200 acres. The 1860 United States Census of Perry County indicates that Phillip Henry Pitts owned 75 slaves in that year, though his children are individually listed as owning an additional 68 slaves. Pitts also owned stock in the Alabama-Mississippi Railroad. The Pitts' had ten children, most of whom were raised in the house, with two dying in the American Civil War. Phillip Pitts remained a cotton planter until his death on April 22, 1884. The house continues to be occupied by the descendants of Phillip Pitts to the present day. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. #Jeepride #old #house #Alabama #spring #blooms #historic #architecture
This is an old house that I found in Uniontown, Alabama as I was just out riding one spring day. (Yep, in my Jeep!!) I thought it was abandoned, but someone is living in it. I found out that it's called "Pitts Folly", although I don't know why. Further research says that Pitts' Folly is a historic antebellum Greek Revival residence located in Uniontown, Alabama. The house was built by Philip Henry Pitts as his main house. Many local legends detail how the house gained its name, but they all center on the people of Uniontown believing it to be folly, or foolishness, that Pitts was building such a large house. Phillip Pitts recorded in his diary that construction of the house began on February 27, 1852. He also recorded the house being completed in April 1853. His assets by 1860 were valued at $175,300. At this time he owned two additional plantations, "Rurill Hill" and "Kings" for a total of 2,200 acres. The 1860 United States Census of Perry County indicates that Phillip Henry Pitts owned 75 slaves in that year, though his children are individually listed as owning an additional 68 slaves. Pitts also owned stock in the Alabama-Mississippi Railroad. The Pitts' had ten children, most of whom were raised in the house, with two dying in the American Civil War. Phillip Pitts remained a cotton planter until his death on April 22, 1884. The house continues to be occupied by the descendants of Phillip Pitts to the present day. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. #Jeepride #old #house #Alabama #spring #blooms #historic #architecture
Days Inn by Wyndham Demopolis

Days Inn by Wyndham Demopolis

2.5 out of 5
1005 Us Highway 80 E Demopolis AL
The price is ฿2,094 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
฿2,094
฿2,387 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Demopolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
5.8/10 (333 reviews)
Good place

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

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Sleep Inn & Suites Marion - Military Institute

Sleep Inn & Suites Marion - Military Institute

2.5 out of 5
1605 Highway 5 S Marion AL
The price is ฿3,605 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿3,605
฿4,074 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Marion. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.4/10 Very Good! (292 reviews)
Staff are very friendly and professional. The room was spotless. Unfortunately the breakfast was sadly lacking — their supply truck did not deliver. I cannot eat eggs so the only thing available for me were Fruit Loops or Frosted Flake cereals. No fruit or yogurt. The juice machine was broken and ...

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Sleep Inn & Suites Marion - Military Institute
Stay Express Inn & Suites - Demopolis

Stay Express Inn & Suites - Demopolis

2 out of 5
628 Hwy 80 E Demopolis AL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,176 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
฿2,176
฿2,477 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Demopolis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Gaineswood and Marengo County History & Archives ...
4.4/10 (199 reviews)
I’ve stayed here before, and I can honestly say there’s been a noticeable improvement lately. I stayed in one of the newly renovated rooms this time, and it’s a big step up—much fresher and more comfortable. While the property is still a work in progress, the staff are the ones who really make the ...

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Stay Express Inn & Suites - Demopolis
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stayAPT Suites Montgomery

stayAPT Suites Montgomery

2.5 out of 5
5000 Woodmere Blvd Montgomery AL
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Montgomery. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (263 reviews)
The room was clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. Would stay here again!

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

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stayAPT Suites Auburn

stayAPT Suites Auburn

3.5 out of 5
1656 South College Street Auburn AL
Stay at this aparthotel in Auburn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (277 reviews)
Everything was excellent

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

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stayAPT Suites Dothan

stayAPT Suites Dothan

2.5 out of 5
259 Hospitality Ln Dothan AL
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Dothan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (174 reviews)
Excellent hotel! Spacious and very functional.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

stayAPT Suites Dothan
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