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# The Sand Castle house at Kiva Dunes

Vacation home with an outdoor pool, near Fort Morgan Beach

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

At The Sand Castle, step into over 9,000 sq feet of luxurious entertaining space with unobstructed Gulf views from the 2nd and 3rd floors. Enjoy the perfect blend of relaxation and fun with two living rooms, a large kitchen, game room media room and five covered decks.

## Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

### Entire home

7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 20

## Popular amenities

- Pool
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning

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## About this property

### Entire place

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

### The Sand Castle house at Kiva Dunes

Discover The Sand Castle at Kiva Dunes – Luxury Gulf Shores Beach House Rental  
Experience the ultimate coastal getaway at this stunning beachfront vacation rental in Gulf Shores, AL. The Sand Castle offers over 9,000 sq ft of entertaining space (5,400 sq ft heated/cooled) and sleeps 20+ guests, making it perfect for large family vacations or group retreats.  
  
Located just steps from the East Beach walkover and a short stroll to the Kiva Beach Club, this luxury property boasts unobstructed Gulf views from multiple levels, including a panoramic tower and easy beach access!   
  
Designed for entertaining, The Sand Castle features:  
  
• Two spacious living rooms  
  
• A large gourmet kitchen with high-end commercial appliances + a second prep kitchen  
  
• Game room and media room  
  
• Five covered decks overlooking the beach  
  
Nestled within the exclusive Kiva Dunes resort, guests enjoy access to private beach, golf course, pools, tennis, and on-site dining—ideal for those searching for their next Family Vacation!  
  
\*\*\*\*Note\*\*\*\*\*  
  
Age Requirement: Must be at least 25 years of age to rent and must be present at all times during the stay  
  
\*No Hot Tube Access for Renters  
  
\*No Pets allowed  
  
\*No Smoking  
  
Washer and Dryer Included   
  
First Floor- 3 King Bedroom Suites, Bunk Room with 4 queen beds  
  
Second Floor- Guest master King suite, King Bedroom suite  
  
Top floor- King Bed

## Property amenities

### Pool/Spa

- Outdoor 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
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop

### Dining

- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- 7 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 6 bathrooms
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Dining table
- Living room

### Entertainment

- Games
- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Balcony
- Outdoor furniture

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Elevator
- Smoking not allowed

### Services and conveniences

- Limited housekeeping

### Things to do

- Golf
- Table tennis
- Tennis

### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Rules

NO RENTAL GOLF CARTS ALLOWED ON KIVA DUNES PROPERTY: Renters are Not permitted to rent or bring personal golf carts.


DO NOT HANG ANYTHING FROM BALCONIES: Beach items, clothing, towels, linens, etc. 
NO FISHING FROM BALCONIES.
DO NOT FEED THE WILDLIFE.


GOLF COURSE IS FOR GOLF ONLY:Â Walking, jogging, bicycling, fishing, etc., are not allowed unless approved by the golf shop or Kiva Dunes management. 

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

No events allowed

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

## 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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

### Property is also known as

17734

## About the area

Gulf Highlands, a neighborhood in Gulf Shores, is home to this vacation home. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fort Morgan, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary and Billy's Seafood are also worth visiting. [Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Gulf-Shores.dx603078)

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Gulf Shores, AL

### What's nearby

- ![Aerial view of beach houses at Fort Morgan, Alabama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976496778/f366ba68-be08-4690-a3c8-a397fb10da97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Fort Morgan Beach  
14 min walk \- 1.2 km
- ![Fort Morgan which includes heritage elements and military items](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070623/14efdf5e-35f9-4b6f-aa77-5ed0c7a06ae0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Fort Morgan  
13 min drive \- 17.2 km
- ![Gulf State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097626/54585ff1-f97b-40d5-8938-1c1e036694b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Gulf State Park  
18 min drive \- 25.1 km
- ![Gulf Shores Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097624/2652f9ba-1a48-4359-ac9e-3306e9cdfb28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Gulf Shores Beach  
20 min drive \- 26.9 km
- Kiva Dunes Golf Course  
10 min walk \- 0.8 km

### Getting around

- Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)  
87 min drive

### Restaurants

- Sassy Bass  
15 min walk
- Jesse’s On The Bay  
7 min drive
- Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan  
10 min drive
- The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club  
4 min drive
- Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill  
5 min drive

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## The Sand Castle house at Kiva Dunes Reviews

## Reviews

### Wonderful

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### 10

Cleanliness

### 10

Location

## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Colleen B.

Jul 13, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

#### Family vacation

It was wonderful and looking forward to booking again 😊

##### Colleen B.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

### 8/10 Good

#### LaSandra J.

Jan 19, 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication

##### LaSandra J.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

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