Title: A Place In The Sun - Pet-friendly, beachfront home with a private pool - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=110428577&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A Place In The Sun - Pet-friendly, beachfront home with a private pool Vacation home on the beach, with water park ## Photo gallery for A Place In The Sun - Pet-friendly, beachfront home with a private pool ![Smart TV, DVD player, books - A Place In The Sun - Pet-friendly, beachfront home with a private pool (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110430000/110428600/110428577/aa53a238.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - A Place In The Sun - Pet-friendly, beachfront home with a private pool (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110430000/110428600/110428577/5a8a0844.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - A Place In The Sun - Pet-friendly, beachfront home with a private pool (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110430000/110428600/110428577/36c97c22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - A Place In The Sun - Pet-friendly, beachfront home with a private pool (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110430000/110428600/110428577/537ea09e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - A Place In The Sun - Pet-friendly, beachfront home with a private pool (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110430000/110428600/110428577/cc6a176f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Golfing on site, a water park, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at A Place In The Sun - Pet-friendly, beachfront home with a private pool. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms6 bathrooms2816 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Pool ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A Place In The Sun - Pet-friendly, beachfront home with a private pool A Place in the Sun Come find your “Place in the Sun” at this colorful beachfront home located in Gulf Shores. A Place in the Sun is a 5 bedroom/5.5 bathroom home that sleeps 16 and is ready to welcome you and your family and friends for your next adventure! Even your dog can tag along as this retreat is dog-friendly! (additional fee(s) apply) You are located right on the beach and have a private pool so pack all of your beach gear and get ready to dig your toes in the soft sand and cool down in the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico! About A Place in the Sun The large covered porch overlooks the beach and provides guests with a shaded spot to enjoy the breeze. Here you can find a private pool that can be heated during the cooler months (additional fees apply) for your use only, a picnic table for alfresco meals, and an outdoor shower for rinsing off the sand after an exciting day of beachcombing and enjoying the sun. The first floor of the home features a sunny open floor plan. On your left is the kitchen and dining area. The kitchen is well-equipped with everything you need to whip up memorable homemade meals and beach snacks for everyone! There are two full-size refrigerators, offering more than enough space to keep your groceries and goodies nice and fresh. There is seating for 12 at the dining table with two additional chairs available. The living room is located on the other side of the floor and offers impeccable views of the Gulf of Mexico and its white sand beaches. The large smart TV and comfortable sofas create the perfect spot for movie nights. This floor also has two bedrooms. One is the primary bedroom with a beachfront balcony, a smart TV, and an en suite bathroom with a separate shower and a soaking tub. The second bedroom also has a smart TV and bathroom access. Upstairs, the second floor has three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a second living room/bunk bed area. Bedrooms 3 and 4 are on the Gulf side and share access to the second-floor balcony. Both have smart TVs and their en suite bathrooms. One of the bathrooms has a shower/tub combo while the other bathroom has a shower and a soaking tub. A washer/dryer is also available on this floor for your laundry needs. The last area of this floor is the upstairs living room/bunk area. This area includes three built-in bunks, a living room/TV area, and a half bath. Downtown Gulf Shores is a short two-and-a-half-mile drive where you can find incredible attractions, including Gulf Shores Public Beach, Waterville USA, Gulf State Park Pier, and Dog Park. Call Harris Vacations today to find your “Place in the Sun”!! \*\*Pet-friendly property- additional fee (s) apply\*\*Max of 2\*\* \*\*Pool heating is a seasonal amenity. Not available from Memorial Day to Labor Day.\*\* Additional fees apply\*\* About Gulf Shores Gulf Shores is well known for its sugary-white sand beaches with sparkling blue water, its world-class fishing, and its exceptional dining and entertainment. Gulf Shores presents a great family environment with something to do for everyone! Whether you prefer taking a bike ride at The Gulf State Park, watching some live music at The Hangout, or having a Go-Kart race at The Track, you are sure to enjoy all of the great things that Gulf Shores has to offer! Rental Age Policy We love people of all ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes. However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25\. We have no exception to this policy. If you are found to not be in compliance with this policy, you will be immediately evicted from the premises without a refund of any amount. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Heated pool - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Sailing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 2,816 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57820000/57816500/57816445/a5a5f960.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### LUXURIOUS, EAST END CAP UNIT, VIEWS FROM EVERYWHERE, GREAT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 218 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.24062%2C-87.74190&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EWs7iaRsqX88Uivq5NWTylE85fk=) Gulf Shores, AL #### What's nearby - West Beach \- 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Lagoon Pass Park \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Gulf Shores Beach \- 1 min drive \- 0.7 km - Hangout Music Fest \- 6 min drive \- 5.6 km - Fort Morgan \- 34 min drive \- 47.8 km #### Restaurants - ‪The Hangout - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Catch - ‬6 min drive - ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬6 min drive - ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬6 min drive - ‪Bahama Bob's Beach Side Cafe - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does A Place In The Sun - Pet-friendly, beachfront home with a private pool have a pool? ### Is A Place In The Sun - Pet-friendly, beachfront home with a private pool pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at A Place In The Sun - Pet-friendly, beachfront home with a private pool? ### What time is check-out at A Place In The Sun - Pet-friendly, beachfront home with a private pool? ### Where is A Place In The Sun - Pet-friendly, beachfront home with a private pool located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## A Place In The Sun - Pet-friendly, beachfront home with a private pool Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tucker N. Apr 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Great place ##### Tucker N. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela H. Jul 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful vacation home, very spacious! Would definitely like to stay here again ##### Angela H. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### HUNTER E. Sep 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a great Labor Day weekend trip here! The houses amenities and location were great ##### HUNTER E. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pamela B. Jul 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Place in the Sun Great place. ##### Pamela B. 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