Title: Awesome location! Walk to Hangout and more - Beachfront complex with indirect side-views - IWW271 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Awesome location! Walk to Hangout and more - Beachfront complex with indirect side-views - IWW271 On beach with water park, near Gulf State Park ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21697300/21697293/563121da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21697300/21697293/3c11e9af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21697300/21697293/6798c4a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21697300/21697293/79925777.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21700000/21697300/21697293/0817a619.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in the heart of Gulf Shores, Island Winds West offers a beachfront retreat with updates you'll love. Enjoy gulf front views, a fully equipped kitchen, and convenient access to downtown and local events like the Hangout Music Festival. 6.8 ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Gym - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Awesome location! Walk to Hangout and more - Beachfront complex with indirect side-views - IWW271 For Gulf Shores condo rentals, you've come to the right place... You'll love the updates in this renovated second floor, two bedroom beachfront condo at Island Winds West is situated in the heart of Gulf Shores. Island Winds West is the first complex on West Beach Boulevard, so you are in walking distance to many of the attractions and events. This is THE best location in town and the beachfront views are second to none. This immaculate unit has been recently updated and you'll love the space. Features include: Gulf front views, fully equipped kitchen, convenient location to downtown, gulf front pool, kiddie pool, walk to restaurants and shops, Hang Out and Shrimp Festival favorite, washer and dryer, cable TV and DVD. The unit sleeps 6 with a king bed in the master bedroom, a queen in the second bedroom and a queen sleeper sofa in living room and high-end cotton linens. Complex Amenities; Outdoor pool, kiddie pool, fitness room, and BBQ area Be sure to book this unit early for the Shrimp Festival and Hangout Music Festival because it is in high demand. Parking is limited to two (2) cars. You will receive an email in advance of your arrival to register and pay for your parking pass(es). If you do not receive it, please let us know. You must complete this step in advance of your arrival. Upon arrival, you will need to visit the Island Winds East front desk to pick up your parking pass(es). Island Winds West is charging $50 per parking pass. This price can change at any time, without notice. Alabama Beach Vacation Rentals: Your source for Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Golf - Gym - Kayak - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 861 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48570000/48561500/48561498/15dc169b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Island Winds East 409: 2br/2ba gulf front Condo w/gorgeous views of the beach Gulf Shores - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 7.0 Good 62 reviews CA $168 CA $811 total includes taxes & fees Nov 13 - Nov 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=48561498&PinnedHotelID=48561498&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71630000/71625400/71625319/24c57c08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Top-floor beachfront condo with Gulf-view balcony, pool & beach access Gulf Shores - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking available - Microwave 8.4 Very good 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=71625319&PinnedHotelID=71625319&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73380000/73372100/73372065/51200ae2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Condo | Private 6th-Floor Balcony, Gulf Views | Pool, Sundeck Gulf Shores - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 7.8 Good 33 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=73372065&PinnedHotelID=73372065&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36310000/36307800/36307736/w5996h3996x0y0-c1a6ea0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relax and Catch a couple fish! 🎣 ~ There is something for everyone! 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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 304601 ## 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%7C30.24672%2C-87.69544&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qyQphaJ0ceWCEXRP9qrICp-91vA=) Gulf Shores, AL #### What's nearby - Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Hangout Music Fest - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Gulf State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Waterville USA - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Gulf Shores Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.6 km #### Getting around - Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 70 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Hangout - ‬10 min walk - ‪The Catch - ‬3 min walk - ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬11 min walk - ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬10 min walk - ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Awesome location! Walk to Hangout and more - Beachfront complex with indirect side-views - IWW271 pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Awesome location! Walk to Hangout and more - Beachfront complex with indirect side-views - IWW271? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Awesome location! Walk to Hangout and more - Beachfront complex with indirect side-views - IWW271? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Awesome location! Walk to Hangout and more - Beachfront complex with indirect side-views - IWW271 located? > Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach, and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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