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Fantastic Gulf-Front Cottage W/ Beach Access, Free WiFi, Stunning Views & More

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Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
7.8

Good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8768 sq ft

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  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Fort Morgan, AL
  • Popular LocationBon Secour National Wildlife Refuge4 min drive
  • Popular LocationKiva Dunes Golf Course5 min drive
  • Popular LocationFort Morgan Beach7 min drive
  • AirportGulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)20 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Lovely spot with less than a minute walk to beach.
Adam E.
Mar. 5, 2024

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fantastic Gulf-Front Cottage W/ Beach Access, Free WiFi, Stunning Views & More

Pair O Dice

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You deserve more than a simple condo for your next vacation, so step it up a notch and find yourself living beachfront in this fantastic Gulf Shores cottage! This eclectic home was built in the early 80's, yet has been continually updated to keep the classic charm while still staying modern. Located 150 yards from the western edge of the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, you will have the white sand and spectacular views right at your fingertips. After sunbathing, riding the ferry to Dauphin Island, or checking out Fort Morgan, return to home base and settle in for an evening of quality time. A home-cooked meal will be easy to prepare with the full kitchen waiting to assist with all of the appliances of home. Watch the colors of the sunset reflect of of emerald gulf waters and head inside for a movie night as the stars come out. With so much fun to be had, what are you waiting for?

Things to Know
Free high-speed WiFi
Snowbird-friendly
Dog-friendly

This property is managed by Vacasa Alabama LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Alabama

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 768 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

67454

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the beach. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Zooland Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 5 min drive
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 7 min drive
  • Fort Morgan - 17 min drive
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass Market Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fort Morgan Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coast Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gulfside Bar and Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fantastic Gulf-Front Cottage W/ Beach Access, Free WiFi, Stunning Views & More pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fantastic Gulf-Front Cottage W/ Beach Access, Free WiFi, Stunning Views & More?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fantastic Gulf-Front Cottage W/ Beach Access, Free WiFi, Stunning Views & More?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fantastic Gulf-Front Cottage W/ Beach Access, Free WiFi, Stunning Views & More located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bon Secour Bay, Kiva Dunes Golf Course, and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Golf Club are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 50 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Location location location
Fabulous quiet beach. Beautiful dunes. The house was very clean and just what we needed. It would however benefit from a little updating and TLC.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Linda V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getting away
We were there 9 nights- the view is amazing the home is old but was clean. Few things could be improved for a better experience but it served our purpose of getting away and not having too many neighbors.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Lovely spot with less than a minute walk to beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Jo M., Granger, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
fantastic location - property could use some work
This was a wonderful place to stay for a week with our dog. The location is perfect - very close to the beach. The deck has a gate to keep dog from wandering. The house itself could use some work, which we already knew from previous reviews. The kitchen cupboard doors are falling apart, and we found mouse droppings in the silverware drawer. There was a rat in the laundry room. We only used the master bedroom and found it comfortable, with a good view of the beach from the patio door. The patio door opened/closed with great difficulty, however. The patio door to the living room opened/closed well, so we just used that door instead. The bathroom apparently just had some trim work done, and the trim hasn't been painted, giving the room an unfinished appearance. With some attention to these details, this would be an outstanding rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Charles R., Monroe, LA

Great Winter Trip to Ft Morgan
For a winter trip this was a good location. House needs some TLC. Older house with very few recent improvements. Whoever is performing repairs in the house needs to keep their day job!! Definitely not a professional carpenter. Most areas in the house were clean but it needs a good "deep cleaning" throughout. Spider webs on the walls in one bedroom, kitchen utensils had to be cleaned before use. Some of the kitchen drawers contain construction supplies while another had rodent droppings inside. Couldnt get the tv in the den to work. No big deal in the summer as most are on the beach most of the time but we needed it the winter. The tv in the master bedroom is a 24 inch tv, need binoculars to see it from the bed. Time to upgrade that tv for sure. A matress upgrade is needed in the master bedroom too. Sliding glass door in the master bedroom leading to the deck is in dis-repair. Has to be forced open. You can see it is worn out before ever getting in it. For a true "beach trip" this location is awesome. The walk from the house to the beach is shorter than most walks from a condo. GREAT LOCATION! House needs to be completely remodeled and soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Elena G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Second time staying at this property so we pretty well knew what to expect. Older property but has it’s charm. A couple of small item: 1. New refridgator but should have door hinged to open the other way. 2. Gate at top of stairs need to have hinges fixed. 3. Railing at ramp by parking needs to be repaired. 4. Outside shower door is off it’s hinges. 5. Main shower tile is somewhat suspect and causing water to leak to the flooring. This is destroying the sub-flooring. 6. Kitchen toaster has a bad heating and only toast on one side.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ondrea W.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 Star View, 3 Star Home
The view and proximity to the beach are incredible, but the home is definitely lacking. My husband and I (along with our 2 pups) first stayed in this home 2 years ago. We noticed from the pictures that some updates had been made to the home, so we decided to give it another shot, mainly because of the convenient beach access. The walkway is so nice and really makes getting to the beach a breeze! During our first stay, the shower appeared to be newly tiled, but we found on this trip that several tiles were falling off and appeared moldy. Updates were also made to the flooring, but the floors were wavy and uneven. There were several soft spots that made us feel uneasy when walking through the home. The king sized bed is extremely broken in, and pretty much forces you to sink into the middle. My husband and I did not find it to be very comfy. The WiFi was decent, but we did have to reset the router a few times during our stay. The keypad stays locked even after you've entered the code. Be sure you have access to your code at all times or you will find yourself locked out! I really hate to harp on the negatives because this home has so much potential!!! The owners of this home have a prime location, but this home definitely deserves some TLC.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness
Beware
Pair o dice had lots of major problems that made it impossible to stay. No AC, no working freg and the smell, just to ne a few. We were there less than 6 hours. We are now trying to work with Vacasa to get our money back
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

mitch h.

House
Older home needs a lot of work
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Can't beat it for the price
Shows its age and furnishings are so-so. Fantastic location and beautiful view, excellent kitchen. Bring your own blankets, ventilation is spotty, fiercely cold in some places and hot in others.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023