Title: Big Blue by Southern Vacation Rentals - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Big Blue by Southern Vacation Rentals Condo with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Gulf Shores Beach ## Photo gallery for Big Blue by Southern Vacation Rentals ![Outdoor dining - Big Blue by Southern Vacation Rentals (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83420000/83410500/83410430/dcd85624.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Big Blue by Southern Vacation Rentals (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83420000/83410500/83410430/7a5f28c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Ocean View - Big Blue by Southern Vacation Rentals (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83420000/83410500/83410430/d824e767.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Ocean View | Living area - Big Blue by Southern Vacation Rentals (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83420000/83410500/83410430/8321d6d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Ocean View | Dining - Big Blue by Southern Vacation Rentals (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83420000/83410500/83410430/1c9872a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Gulf State Park, Big Blue by Southern Vacation Rentals provides amenities like an adjacent golf course. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Big Blue by Southern Vacation Rentals Condo with kitchen, 8-minute walk to Gulf Shores Beach Free self parking and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free condo building. The condo has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a furnished balcony. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Air-conditioned accommodations at this condo offer washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include dining tables. Accommodations at this 3.5-star condo have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite self parking ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Outdoor areas - Furnished balcony/patio ### Laundry - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a shopping district - Near the ocean - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - 18-hole adjacent golf course - Fishing 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![Condo, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Ocean View (505) | Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92820000/92815700/92815609/6e8d9903.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gulf House #505 by Southern Vacation Rentals Gulf Shores - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&selected=92815609&PinnedHotelID=92815609&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93610000/93600600/93600524/34a8f05e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gulf Shores Condo w/ Pool & Grill: Walk to Beach! 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access will be through a private entrance Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Access code, private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Property payment types ## Important information ### You need to know 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is professionally cleaned ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work ### Property is also known as Big Blue Condo Big Blue Gulf Shores Big Blue Condo Gulf Shores ## About the area Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is in a shopping district and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out The Wharf. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. [Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Gulf-Shores.dx603078) [View more Condo rentals in Gulf Shores](https://www.expedia.ca/Gulf-Shores-Condos.d603078-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C30.25038%2C-87.68283&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=saSVfmLb6-uMJPob4ypKbWrRnNw=) 338 E 1st Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542 ### What's nearby - Hangout Music Fest \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Gulf Shores Beach \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Gulf State Park \- 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - Orange Beach Beaches \- 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - Waterville USA \- 19 min walk \- 1.6 km ### Getting around - Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 73 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Hangout - ‬10 min walk - ‪The Catch - ‬14 min walk - ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬9 min walk - ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬14 min walk - ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Big Blue by Southern Vacation Rentals pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Big Blue by Southern Vacation Rentals? ### What time is check-out at Big Blue by Southern Vacation Rentals? ### Where is Big Blue by Southern Vacation Rentals located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Big Blue by Southern Vacation Rentals Reviews ## Reviews ### 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) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marlo Nov 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Big Blue Rocks!! This place has everything you need as far as kitchen appliances, beach towels, beach chairs, a bbq grill, anything you need. Clean, quiet, and we’ll worth the price. We are already booked for next year. Thank you, thank you!!! ##### Marlo Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Laura Mar 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Ellzey’s Beach Trip Was disappointed by not having a bathtub and walking downstairs to carry the laundry. I have a handicap but I’d do it all over again. ##### Laura Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer Aug 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort, communication ##### Jennifer Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Shooting Star Casino & Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Thief-River-Falls-Hotels-Shooting-Star-Casino-Hotel.h28874246.Hotel-Information) > > [Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Canad-Inns-Destination-Center-Grand-Forks.h1713856.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Desert-Springs-Resort-Spa.h17123.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Waikoloa Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Hilton-Waikoloa-Village.h19640.Hotel-Information) > > [Angel Of The Winds Casino Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Angel-Of-The-Winds-Casino-Resort.h9689970.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Marriotts-Shadow-Ridge.h853695.Hotel-Information) > > [Semiahmoo Resort Golf & Spa, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.ca/Bellingham-Hotels-Semiahmoo-Resort-Golf-Spa.h13986.Hotel-Information) > > [Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Bavarian-Inn-Of-Frankenmuth.h9809515.Hotel-Information) > > [Seneca Allegany Resort & Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Salamanca-Hotels-Seneca-Allegany-Resort-Casino.h2238839.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information) > > [C'mon Inn Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Cmon-Inn-Hotel-Suites.h1510580.Hotel-Information) > > [Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky OH](https://www.expedia.ca/Sandusky-Hotels-Great-Wolf-Lodge-Sandusky-OH.h1183594.Hotel-Information) > > [Darien Lake Lodge on the Lake ](https://www.expedia.ca/Corfu-Hotels-Darien-Lake-Lodge-On-The-Lake.h13279584.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-La-Quinta-Resort-Club.h10916.Hotel-Information) > > [The Brook at Turning Stone Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Utica-Hotels-Turning-Stone-Resort-And-Casino.h1684407.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn Jasper](https://www.expedia.ca/Jasper-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Jasper.h1760121.Hotel-Information) > > [The Trail in Adams - Berkshires’ Art Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Adams-Hotels-Topia-Inn-An-Organic-Oasis.h12259511.Hotel-Information) > > [The Breakers Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Hotels-The-Breakers-Palm-Beach.h8479.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Mobile](https://www.expedia.ca/Mobile-Hotels-Fairfield-Inn-Suites-By-Marriott-Mobile.h41871.Hotel-Information) > > [Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-George-Hotels-Six-Flags-Lodge-Indoor-Waterpark.h1385446.Hotel-Information) > > [Riviera Resort Palm Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Margaritaville-Resort-Palm-Springs.h26011.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Kings-Land-By-Hilton-Grand-Vacations.h2303745.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information) > > [Tulalip Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Tulalip-Resort-Casino.h2161524.Hotel-Information) > > [TownePlace Suites By Marriott Mobile](https://www.expedia.ca/Mobile-Hotels-TownePlace-Suites-By-Marriott-Mobile.h427522.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Westin-Desert-Willow-Villas.h3304313.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Welk-Resorts-Palm-Springs.h1140793.Hotel-Information) > > [Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort and Players Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hogansburg-Hotels-Akwesasne-Mohawk-Casino-Resort.h6009138.Hotel-Information) > > [Harrah’s Laughlin - A Caesars Rewards Destination](https://www.expedia.ca/Laughlin-Hotels-Harrahs-Laughlin-Hotel-Casino.h43310.Hotel-Information)