Reviewed by: Elizabeth Hobbs
Life on Highway 72: Your guide for how to spend an afternoon in the middle of the action
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Highway 72 is one of the busiest roads in town, and that’s not just commuter traffic passing through. With new businesses popping up all the time, it’s become a destination itself.
From sushi to vintage thrifting to nights out, we’ve got recs you’ll love (plus a popular living community even closer to the action).
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Get your grub on

☕️ Piper and Leaf
- What: Locally-renowned tea spot with creative + seasonal flavors
- Our rec: Sweetie Pie Chai + Front Porch Special
- Where: 7504 Hwy 72 W A4, Madison, AL 35758
- When: Monday-Friday 9AM-9PM | Saturday, 9AM-7PM
- Website | Instagram | Facebook
🍳 Loona’s Cafè
- What: New-in-town Australian-inspired cafè offering coffee, tea + brunch favorites
- Our recs: Lavender Latte, Fairfax Egg Sandwich + Crispy Brussels
- Where: 20 Town Center Dr NW Suite 1109A, Huntsville, AL 35806
- When: Monday-Thursday, 7AM-3PM | Friday-Sunday, 7AM-4PM
- Instagram | Facebook
🍙 Four Leaves Asian Restaurant
- What: Relaxed, intimate eatery offering Chinese, Japanese, Thai + more
- Our recs: Spicy Tuna Roll + Thai Peanut Chicken
- Where: 7044 University Dr NW A, Huntsville, AL 35806
- When: Monday-Thursday, 11AM-9:30PM | Friday-Saturday, 11AM-10:30PM | Sunday, 11AM-9PM
- Website | Instagram | Facebook
Shop til you drop

🏺 Vintage 72
- What: Expansive shop showcasing over 40 antique + vintage vendors
- Where: 7186 Hwy 72 W, Madison, AL 35758
- When: Monday-Saturday, 10AM-6PM | Sunday, 1-5PM
- Website | Instagram | Facebook
(Pro tip: Watch their Instagram for holiday markets, pop-ups and more!)
👗 ShopMoss Boutique
- What: Hand-crafted, customizable + intentional jewelry + apparel
- Where: 475 Providence Main St NW Suite 101, Huntsville, AL 35806
- When: Tuesday-Saturday, 10AM-7PM | Sunday, 12-4PM
- Website | Instagram | Facebook
Activities that delight

🎆 MidCity District
- What: Energetic + ever-evolving destination for dining, shopping, shows, drinks + more
- What it offers: Jeff & Blues, The Orion Amphitheater, Tupelo Honey, Viet Huong, High Point Climbing, Trader Joe’s + so much more
- Where: 5909 University Dr, Huntsville, AL 35806
- Website | Instagram | Facebook
🌳 Indian Creek Greenway
- What: Expansive 3.2 mile paved walking trail that winds along Indian Creek
- Where: 134 Farrow Rd, Madison, AL 35758
- When: Sunrise-sunset
Live in the middle of it all

After a day of treating yourself on Highway 72, the last thing you want is a long commute back home—that’s where Sanctuary at Indian Creek comes in.
This adorable community is situated right in the middle of all the action, and is within a convenient 10-minute or less drive from all of these amazing businesses.
Back at home, recharge in a luxurious poolside cabana, meditate in the yoga studio or take a scenic walk around your new home—the choice is yours.
Why more and more are choosing Sanctuary





Here are just a few amazing amenities in this rental home community:
- Resort-style pool + clubhouse
- Yoga studio
- Pickleball, volleyball + cornhole courts
- Outdoor children’s playground
- Dog park + doggy doors
- + so much more
(Pro tip: Get on the study or WFH grind in their exclusive Clubhouse Coffee Cafè!)
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Sanctuary is the perfect mix of relaxation, restoration, great neighbors and convenience to some of Huntsville’s best shopping, dining and entertainment destinations.
Floor plans start at $1,199 and range from 1-3 bedrooms.
Ready to live in the middle of it all? Check out Sanctuary at Indian Creek for more details!
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