Located about 60 miles away and near I-85, The Crossings at Eastchase has many similarities to Waverly. From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel the warmth, authenticity and Southern hospitality that make The Crossings feel like home. Here, residents enjoy the freedom to live independently, with peace of mind knowing support is available if needed. Enjoy the benefits of a vibrant lifestyle, including beautifully appointed residences, chef-prepared meals, a fitness and therapy gym, enriching wellness programs, and a variety of activity rooms and shared spaces designed for connection and comfort. Experience the ideal blend of care, convenience and community.
What Waverly lacks in population, it makes up for with heart, creativity and a distinctly Southern approach to the good life. Just a short drive from Auburn, Waverly feels like stepping into another pace of life. With no stoplights and just a few beloved spots clustered together, this little town has a way of drawing in artists, music lovers and weekend wanderers looking for something different. Browse antiques and curiosities at Fig & Wasp, grab a warm pastry or a loaf of fresh bread from Wild Flour Bakery, and end your day with live music under the stars at the iconic Standard Deluxe. Throughout the year, Waverly hosts music festivals, markets and community gatherings that bring its quiet streets to life.
Waverly, Alabama: Music Lovers Mecca
Standard Deluxe is the creative heartbeat of Waverly, originally a print shop and now a beloved music and arts hub. When highway expansion threatened to cut through town in 2001, residents responded by throwing a party that has since become the region’s most beloved musical gathering. Twice a year, Standard Deluxe transforms its grounds into a festival space where Alabama musicians and national acts share the stage. The festival has put Waverly on cultural maps nationwide. Music journalists from Rolling Stone have made the pilgrimage, documenting how this tiny town creates musical magic without corporate sponsorship or VIP sections. For a place with fewer than 200 residents, hosting thousands of visitors represents both a logistical miracle and a perfect expression of Southern hospitality.