Title: Dog-Friendly Beach House | Direct Beach Access | 3 BR/4 Baths + Bunks | Beach Getaways - 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 # Dog-Friendly Beach House | Direct Beach Access | 3 BR/4 Baths + Bunks | Beach Getaways Vacation home with kitchen, steps from Gulf State Park ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83840000/83839500/83839418/5a638275.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83840000/83839500/83839418/38908f9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83840000/83839500/83839418/ea2fd95b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83840000/83839500/83839418/5bb4030d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83840000/83839500/83839418/f3177f82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in Gulf Shores, Alabama, The Cottages at Dunes Park is a 3 Bed | 4 Bath coastal retreat that offers the ultimate Beach Getaway with direct beach access to the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy beautiful views of the ocean and Lake Shelby while exploring miles of trails throughout the Gulf State Park with free bicycle rentals available. Plus, experience an outdoor pool and walk to nearby restaurants and entertainment. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 121733 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - Pool ## 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. ### Dog-Friendly Beach House | Direct Beach Access | 3 BR/4 Baths + Bunks | Beach Getaways Nestled right next to the Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores, Alabama, this stunning 3 Bed | 4 Bath home offers the ultimate Beach Getaway with direct beach access to the Gulf of Mexico. The Cottages at Dunes Park is a multi-story home designed for both comfort and luxury. This coastal retreat comfortably sleeps up to 12 adults with bunk beds and a sofa sleeper. Our home is also dog-friendly (pre-registration + fees apply, limit two up to 70lbs), making it perfect for your family and furry friend to enjoy! You'll enjoy beautiful views of the ocean and Lake Shelby in The Gulf State Park. You can also add to your adventures by exploring the miles of trails throughout the Gulf State Park with Free Bicycle Rentals that are available. Plus, you're just a couple of blocks from the best restaurants and entertainment in town and across the street from direct beach access to the Alabama State Park Beaches, Pavillion and miles of sugary sand beaches along the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. Experience the Beach Getaways Heart of Hospitality: Providing Happy Connections and Lasting Memories! 1st Floor Kitchen & Dining Areas • Quartz Kitchen Countertop • Stainless Steel Appliances • Dining Table w/ Seating for 6-8 • Granite Countertop Breakfast Bar w/Additional Seating for 4 • Fully Equipped w/Coffee Maker, Cookware, Blender, Dishes, Utensils & Drinkware Living Area • Queen Size Sleeper Sofa • Lg. Flat Screen TV • Ceiling Fan, Side Tables, Lamps • Balcony Access Full Guest Bath with Shower/Tub Combo Laundry Room w/Full Size Washer & Dryer 2nd Floor Primary Bedroom • King Size Bed • Flat Screen TV, Ceiling Fan, Side Tables and Lamps • En-Suite Full Bath with Walk-In Shower Guest Room 1 • King Size Bed • Ceiling Fan, Side Tables and Lamps • En-Suite Full Bath with Walk-In Shower Guest Room 2 • 2 Queen Size Beds • Flat Screen TV, Ceiling Fan, Side Tables and Lamps Full Guest Bath with Shower/Tub Combo Bunk Area • Custom Twin over Twin Bunk Bed Set Additional Amenities Include • Free Wifi • Free Parking • Direct Beach Access (across the street) • Seasonally Heated Outdoor Pool • Walk to Gulf Shores State Park & Lodge • Free Bicycles Rentals at The Gulf State Park • Dog Friendly, up to 70lbs - Limit 2, (pre-registration & fees apply) You're just steps from our sugary sand beaches, restaurants and local attractions such as The Gulf State Park Fishing Pier & The Hang Out! And, just a short drive from the Gulf State dog park, nature trails, bike paths. Some of the many other activities include: charter fishing boats, boat & jet ski rentals, Para-sailing, dolphin cruises, sunset sailboat cruises, beautiful back bays for boating, tubing, skiing and fishing, amusement parks, golf, outlet malls, live concerts at The Wharf Amphitheater, and of course, plenty of sugary sand beaches. Policies: 1\. Check in is 4pm | Check out is 10am. 2\. No Smoking in home or on balcony. 3\. Dog Friendly, up to 70lbs - Limit 2, (pre-registration & fees apply). 4\. Loud parties or gatherings will not be tolerated. 5\. Must be at least 25 years old to rent. For groups of Single Adults, all guests in the group must be at least 25 years of age and proof of age will be required before approving the reservation. Locally Managed by: My Beach Getaways Beaches of Alabama & Florida Gulf Coast ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - 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 sea ### Things to do - Heated pool - Optional golf privileges - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 1,733 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83930000/83929000/83928983/19997271.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jet East ~ Pet-Friendly, Outdoor Pool, Beach Access + $400 in FREE Activities Daily ~ Zoo/Parasail + Gulf Shores - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 37 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=83928983&PinnedHotelID=83928983&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19870000/19860300/19860298/235eed57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Bedroom/3 Bath With Gorgeous Pool Steps Away From 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 ### Property is also known as 552455 ## About the area Located in Gulf Shores, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's 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. [Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Gulf-Shores.dx603078) [View more Vacation homes in Gulf Shores](https://www.expedia.ca/Gulf-Shores-Private-Vacation-Homes.d603078-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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%7C30.25124%2C-87.67282&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4pQxf--7H0gdXXOqaOy2pcOwNQI=) Gulf Shores, AL ### What's nearby - Gulf State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Gulf Shores Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km - Hangout Music Fest - 2 min drive - 1.8 km - Waterville USA - 3 min drive - 2.8 km - Gulf Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 6.0 km ### Restaurants - ‪The Hangout - ‬3 min drive - ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬2 min drive - ‪DeSoto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬3 min drive - ‪Picnic Beach - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Dog-Friendly Beach House | Direct Beach Access | 3 BR/4 Baths + Bunks | Beach Getaways have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Dog-Friendly Beach House | Direct Beach Access | 3 BR/4 Baths + Bunks | Beach Getaways pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Dog-Friendly Beach House | Direct Beach Access | 3 BR/4 Baths + Bunks | Beach Getaways? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Dog-Friendly Beach House | Direct Beach Access | 3 BR/4 Baths + Bunks | Beach Getaways? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Dog-Friendly Beach House | Direct Beach Access | 3 BR/4 Baths + Bunks | Beach Getaways located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores Beach, and Orange Beach Beaches. Gulf State Park Fishing Pier and Gulf Adventure Center at Gulf State Park are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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