Title: 2 Blocks to the Beach! Overlooking Gulf State Park - 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 home # 2 Blocks to the Beach! Overlooking Gulf State Park Vacation home with kitchen, steps from Gulf State Park ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92720000/92716900/92716889/fee01e23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92720000/92716900/92716889/eed667c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92720000/92716900/92716889/06d2ee2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92720000/92716900/92716889/e88d738e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92720000/92716900/92716889/730017b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Bordering the scenic marshlands of Gulf Shores State Park, Isla Esmeralda offers a serene getaway in Gulf Shores. This tropical oasis is within walking distance to the beach, bars, and restaurants yet secluded enough for relaxation. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Air conditioning - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### 2 Blocks to the Beach! Overlooking Gulf State Park The emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico await you at "Isla Esmeralda". You'll be 2 blocks from Gulf Shores Public Beach, yet you'll feel like you're in your own tropical oasis. The home borders expansive marshlands of Gulf Shores State Park with views as scenic and relaxing as the beach itself. Super convenient to all the bars/restaurants/shopping that Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have to offer. If you're looking for a unique Island experience you've come to the right place! \*\* RV electrical \*\* ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100340000/100334600/100334591/613fb10a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Heated Pool + Outdoor Bar + 1 Block Walk to Beach! 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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 ## 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%7C30.25177%2C-87.67786&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ikj8RvYFsLLS7iSrAnp-ZZNv5Pw=) Gulf Shores, AL #### What's nearby - Hangout Music Fest - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Gulf Shores Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Gulf State Park - 1 min drive - 0.0 km - Waterville USA - 4 min drive - 3.5 km - Gulf Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.7 km #### Restaurants - ‪The Hangout - ‬17 min walk - ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬14 min walk - ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬17 min walk - ‪Picnic Beach - ‬15 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 2 Blocks to the Beach! Overlooking Gulf State Park pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at 2 Blocks to the Beach! Overlooking Gulf State Park? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 2 Blocks to the Beach! Overlooking Gulf State Park? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is 2 Blocks to the Beach! Overlooking Gulf State Park located? > Situated in Gulf Shores, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Wade Ward Nature Park and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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