[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Last minute special -Aug 16-23! Gorgeous Views! 5BR directly on the beach! Beachfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33395000/33394922/02a1d842.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33395000/33394922/0600b643.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33395000/33394922/208092ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33395000/33394922/99780c29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33395000/33394922/e4da16c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Melonheads, experience a family-friendly beach retreat with an open concept living area and vaulted ceilings that offer breathtaking views of the ocean. Take advantage of a fully equipped kitchen, four bedrooms with 2.5 bathrooms, covered parking spaces and a large deck beneath the house perfect for outdoor dining or relaxation. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 122500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### Last minute special -Aug 16-23! Gorgeous Views! 5BR directly on the beach! As close to the beach as you can get! Melonheads is a family friendly rental and has an open concept Living-Dining-Kitchen area with vaulted ceilings and breathtaking views of the ocean and beautiful beach with floor to ceiling windows. Dining Table seats 6-8 and large island seats 6. (12-14 total dining seats available) Fully equipped kitchen for those that like to stay in and make the most of your time at the beach. You will not want to miss out on this beautiful home! There are four bedrooms on the main floor with 2.5 bathrooms: The east wing has a full bathroom and 2 bedrooms: King Bedroom and Queen /Twin bunk bedroom . The west wing has a full bathroom and 2 bedrooms: King Bedroom and King Bedroom. Upstairs you will find one Master Bedroom with views of the beach. Includes a King Bed and sitting area, and a large master bathroom with separate tub and shower. There are four covered parking spaces at the front of the house and a large deck beneath the house that looks out onto the ocean. This makes for a fantastic area to dine, play games and relax in the shade. This area also features a fully functioning outdoor shower with hot and cold water. Located in the desirable beach community of Surf Side Shores, just past the renowned World Class Kiva Dunes Golf course! Very close to a small local grocery/hardware/liquor and seafood shop when you don't want to drive into Gulf Shores. However, you are only 20 minutes to big chain grocery stores and restaurants. The best of both worlds. All the amenities but you are far enough away from the crowds to claim this as your own little piece of heaven. Available for Saturday to Saturday weekly rental in the peak summer months. Minimum 4 days rental during other months, and please call if you have interest in monthly rental. No student groups are accepted at all, renters must be over 25 years to rent and prior to arrival we require a copy of the license of the person booking. Sorry, No Pets allowed and no smoking. Please feel free to call/text with any questions, Melissa 901 438.1107 or Eddie 901 481 0341. Melissawilbanks@att.net ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces) ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart 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 - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No smoking or vaping allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 2,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63080000/63076500/63076407/52f5bdc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cute Bungalow w/small pool! Absolutely Beach Front! Surf Side Shores - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 39 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=63076407&PinnedHotelID=63076407&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91760000/91752400/91752363/e034b4fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Perfect, beachfront pet friendly 5 bedroom home, close to waters Gulf Shores - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 34 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=91752363&PinnedHotelID=91752363&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71470000/71469000/71468905/92625878.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront/GulfFront,1stRow,5BR,2500sf,sleeps18,HugePorch,Renovated &PetFriendly Gulf Shores - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 38 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=71468905&PinnedHotelID=71468905&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71710000/71705100/71705004/5e68143e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lux Beachfront w/Elevator, Pools, Hot tub Gulf Shores - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.4 Exceptional 38 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=71705004&PinnedHotelID=71705004&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33510000/33502600/33502530/0507765a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Now booking Fall 2025 &Summer 2026! Lux 5 BR GulfFront Slps 16 – Priv Pool+Beach Surf Side Shores - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 132 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=33502530&PinnedHotelID=33502530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33960000/33957600/33957534/4e3dd0f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful 6BR Gulf Front Home - "REST AREA WEST" - Pool & Deck - Reserve Now! Gulf Shores - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 77 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=33957534&PinnedHotelID=33957534&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72530000/72521600/72521534/f17f81aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Avocet- Beachfront, Private Pool Surf Side Shores - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 21 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=72521534&PinnedHotelID=72521534&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34450000/34444900/34444821/624ea270.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gulf & Golf East! Beachfront. Resort! 7 Pools. Tennis. Golf. 5 BR Sleeps 22. Gulf Highlands - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.6 Exceptional 66 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=34444821&PinnedHotelID=34444821&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33573300/33573253/9d220eab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Direct Gulfront Family friendly Modern Home! Gulf Shores - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 169 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=33573253&PinnedHotelID=33573253&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114240000/114238200/114238169/4133b74f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Listing! Beachfront in Fort Morgan Gulf Shores - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=114238169&PinnedHotelID=114238169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 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 ### Rules If you break one of the plastic Adirondack chairs.....easy fix, go to Ace hardware in Gulf Shores and buy another one for $15 to replace it. Put everything back where you found it. Do not take any indoor furniture outside. All tents/chairs must be brought up to base of stairs at night You must provide a copy of drivers license for the person making reservation and person on the credit card/paying if they are not the same person. ### Pets Pets not allowed Note from host: No ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: travel bed w/thick mattress, high chair, stroller ### Events No events allowed No grad, bachelor/ette or spring brk parties ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No smoking or vaping allowed ## 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 Note from host: No grad, bachelor/ette or spring brk parties 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock 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 Directly Beach Step Right Sand Your Deck House Gulf Shores Directly Beach Step Right Sand Your Deck House Directly Beach Step Right Sand Your Deck Gulf Shores Directly Beach Step Right Sand Your Deck Updated Open Floor Plan 5BR Directly Beach House Gulf Shores Updated Open Floor Plan 5BR Directly Beach House Updated Open Floor Plan 5BR Directly Beach Gulf Shores Updated Open Floor Plan 5BR Directly Beach House Gulf Shores Updated Open Floor Plan 5BR Directly Beach House Updated Open Floor Plan 5BR Directly Beach Gulf Shores Updated, Open Floor Plan 5BR Directly on the Beach! Gulf Shores Directly on the Beach Step Right on the Sand From Your Deck Updated Open Floor Plan 5BR Directly Beach Updated, Open Floor Plan 5BR Directly on the Beach! Gulf Shores Directly on the Beach Step Right on the Sand From Your Deck Updated Open Floor Plan 5BR Directly on the Beach! ## 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%7C30.23078%2C-87.90684&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AfDnYJ7M3htdHqVL0CdKaaABT3Y=) Gulf Shores, AL #### What's nearby - Fort Morgan Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 7 min drive - 2.0 km - Fort Morgan - 17 min drive - 15.7 km - Gulf Shores Beach - 32 min drive - 31.9 km #### Getting around - Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 87 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Sassy Bass - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬5 min drive - ‪Jesse’s On The Bay - ‬8 min drive - ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬9 min drive - ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Last minute special -Aug 16-23! Gorgeous Views! 5BR directly on the beach! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Last minute special -Aug 16-23! Gorgeous Views! 5BR directly on the beach!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Last minute special -Aug 16-23! Gorgeous Views! 5BR directly on the beach!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Last minute special -Aug 16-23! Gorgeous Views! 5BR directly on the beach! located? > This family-friendly Gulf Shores vacation home is located on the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour Bay. Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Kiva Dunes Golf Course are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Last minute special -Aug 16-23! Gorgeous Views! 5BR directly on the beach! Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 60 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric S. Apr 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for 2 families Great stay and house was clean and as described. Owners were incredibly responsive and house had everything needed for a great beach vacation. ##### Eric S. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CHRISTOPHER T. Jul 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Week superb property - perfect in every way. great owner - very engaged and provided seamless instructions for check in/out. truly a great week ##### CHRISTOPHER T. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard H. Aug 28, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach house stay Really nice house. Nice big windows. Lots of beach toys. Loved the plastic beach chairs. Nice seating area under the upper deck ##### Richard H. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jordan S. Aug 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We’ll be back! We had an amazing time and had plenty of room for our extended families, would definitely come back again! ##### Jordan S. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy S., Oklahoma City Mar 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible view and location My family and I really enjoyed this house. The view from the kitchen/living room is unreal. The house layout is great and the beachfront location can't be beat. We will return! ##### Amy S. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patti B. Jun 25, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great beachfront stay This property is located on a quiet stretch of beach, far away from the touristy areas. We had 11 in our party and everyone had a comfortable bed to sleep in and there was plenty of space for everyone. This is a great place for extended family to enjoy time together. We even had our groceries delivered by Instacart so we didn’t have to leave the beach. ##### Patti B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy B. Sep 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Fun House had everything you could need. So many toys and beach chairs. And the space under the house was a fantastic place to be outside and out of the sun. Had a fantastic time. ##### Kathy B. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John N., Petal, MS, USA Jun 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family fun at the beach Plenty of space including a really nice sitting/eating area under the house, it’s shady and the ocean breeze keeps it cool. Lots of beach toys for the kids located in a storage room under the house. This is our 3rd year to stay here and we will be back! ##### John N. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryl S. Dec 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Thanksgiving to Remember We had a small family reunion for Thanksgiving in Gulf Shores. We came from New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Tennessee. We watched both sunrise and sunset over the water from the same deck. We were able to swim and walk out to sandbars the week of Thanksgiving - something unheard of in the states we all came from (in fact, many of us returned to snow!) The kitchen was AMAZINGLY well stocked! And large enough to allow multiple people to prepare their dishes at the same time. We had a great time - and I'm sure anyone reading this will too! ##### Cheryl S. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer S. Jul 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacay This tripped checked one item off my bucket list! I’ve always wanted to stay in a beach house with my adult children and grandchildren. We had a blast! This property provided us with all we needed and the backyard is the ocean with amazing sunsets. We had plenty of room and we all enjoyed the outside shaded sitting area below the house. ##### Jennifer S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Evi S. May 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful beachfront home! We went for spring break with our family of six adults and two elementary school aged kids. We had a wonderful time being ON THE BEACH and staying in this lovely home. We had perfect weather and enjoyed being able to get the most possible beach time in by being steps away from the sand and ocean! Kitchen was well stocked with everything you could need and we were glad to have an ice machine for coolers and cocktails. We will for sure be going back! ##### Evi S. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marsha L. Sep 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Everyone was pleased with our stay, the short walk to the beach was fantastic. The house gave us room to gather or seek some privacy. The kitchen was well equipped, and the washer and dryer was a huge plus. The only thing lacking was a lift for getting luggage etc. up the steps, thanks to our grandkids it worked for us, but may not work for others. Overall wonderful trip and beach house. ##### Marsha L. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Max R. Jun 30, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location This was the perfect home and location for our family (six adults and four children). It is away from the huge condos so the beach is not overcrowded. It was wonderful setting on the shaded deck seeing and listening to the surf. And, there is a gentle slope so the kids could get quite a ways from shore without getting very deep. There is one problem, it will spoil you. We all agreed that this was our best vacation ever! ##### Max R. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JeMae G. Mar 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Holiday We were 3 couples enjoying a 4 night stay in March. The house is beautiful with fabulous views of the ocean, large open spaces and a king bed and private bath for each couple. The house is in a quiet area and easy driving distance to Gulf Shores and the Dauphin Island Ferry. Gorgeous beaches and a wildlife preserve nearby for walking and birding. We watched lots of dolphins swimming each morning while eating breakfast. Relaxing upper and lower decks face the ocean. Well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, clean and airy. Plenty of games, books and DVDs on site for guests to enjoy. Reasonably priced for the location. We were thrilled with our stay. Perfect for medium to large groups. ##### JeMae G. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Peggy B. Jun 24, 2021 Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy #### Convenient location Location is wonderful. Literally steps from the ocean and the space below deck was lovely for early morning coffee while enjoying the views. Unfortunately the house was not ready upon arrival. We had to wait 2 hours for the housekeeper to finish which was hard after nearly a 12 hour drive. We understand things happen but wished we could have at least been notified of the delay. ##### Peggy B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### john s. May 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Disappointed Beach front was beautiful, enjoyed private beach and Fort Morgan location. Property has maintenance issues: Gutter down on deck Dishwasher had cleaning issues Wall separating living room from bedrooms showed evidence of prolonged water damage Mold smell, DampRid around the inside of house Railing on deck loose & unsafe Keurig did not work No grout in tile throughout house. One shower could not use, afraid of falling through floor Furniture on bottom deck rusted through We picked property because of all the great reviews? We were very disappointed, would not stay again. ##### john s. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heidi O. May 27, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Melonheads rocks! If you are looking for an accommodating stay right on the ocean, look no further. You cannot go wrong with this house. It was sparkling clean, with everything in working order. We came with our family ate most of our meals in house. The kitchen is fully stocked. The ice maker is a fabulous bonus and kept up with our use all week. There is an abundance of cookware and dishes, something lacking in homes we have stayed in previously. Plenty of blankets and pillows. We appreciated the high chair, and there was even a portable crib. The outdoor shower is nice and gets really hot! Assortment of beach toys and a couple of folding chairs. The deck is a really nice feature to escape the sun but still be outdoors, and it has amazing chairs. We had no complaints about this home. There were a few lights out, which we told the owners upon our departure. We would absolutely stay here again! ##### Heidi O. Stayed 7 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jimmie R. Mar 20, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for families This is a lovely home in a very quiet area of Gulf Shores. The layout is great for large families--there is a large master suite on the 2nd floor, and then the other 4 bedrooms all share a wing in the back of the house. As for the beds, they were very comfortable. Kitchen was very well-stocked. The kitchen table is a bit on the smaller size (holds 6), so just keep that in mind if you're wanting everyone to sit together. There are plenty of barstools near the table, though. Living room was homey and with comfortable furniture; TV had cable and various apps (like Netflix) ready to go. During the day, it could get a bit warm in the livingroom, as the beach-facing windows do seem to bring in a lot of heat, even with the shades drawn. The livingroom does have a fan that can help with this, though. One of our guests' favorite areas was a cool little nook/porch underneath the house, which proved to be a great area for relaxing, watching the waves, or playing boardgames, all while in the shade. One last thing: this house is RIGHT on the beach. Maybe the beach houses are different from where I'm from, but I've never been in a house that was this close to the beach--it was awesome. Overall, this is a wonderful home for family get-togethers that's further away from the Spring Break hustle and bustle. ##### Jimmie R. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean H. May 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pretty much perfect!! We had the best time at the Melonheads Beach House! Great location, rooms and beds were so cozy and comfortable and the hosts couldn’t have been more accommodating. Our grandchildren LOVED all the toys too. Lots of memories were made and we can’t wait to go back!! ##### Jean H. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Robyn S. Apr 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, well stocked Great property, as close as you can get to the beach. One of the best stocked kitchen in a rental I have ever seen. ##### Robyn S. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean P. Mar 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family vacation A beautiful place with beach access and everything we needed to relax and enjoy. Amazing to watch our boys with their sons playing in the sand and waves. Brought back great memories of when they were little. Sunrise and sunset views topped off a great week. ##### Jean P. Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Beverly A. Aug 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Really enjoyed our stay. My overall impression was good. The only thing we were really disappointed with was a lot of the windows in the front room. There was moisture between the panes and you could not see out of them. ##### Beverly A. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William J. Jul 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A week with grandchildren The house has everything you need for a week on the beach. ##### William J. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Derek G., Gonzales, La Jul 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic home on the beach! This home has it all. You practically don't need to bring anything other than your clothes and food. The setup of the property was perfect. And the location can't be beat. Steps from the beach. There's all sorts of beach items to use. We will definitely be back soon. ##### Derek G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill M., Atlanta. Ga Nov 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family gathering at the beach Wonderful few days in a very comfy home! ##### Jill M. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Rodeway Inn & Suites Ontario](https://www.expedia.ca/Ontario-Hotels-Rodeway-Inn-Suites.h39432352.Hotel-Information) > > [Pet-friendly Hotels in Port Alberni](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Alberni-Hotels-Pet-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d4027-tPetfriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Sandman Inn Kamloops](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamloops-Hotels-Sandman-Inn-Kamloops.h23771.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Montreal](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Hotels.d178288.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Hot Tubs in Squamish](https://www.expedia.ca/Squamish-Hotels-Hotels-With-Hot-Tubs.0-0-d57377-tHotelsWithHotTubs.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Dharma Luxury Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Dharma-Luxury-Hotel.h6397151.Hotel-Information) > > [Candlewood Suites Downtown by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Mobile-Hotels-Candlewood-Suites-Downtown.h3723922.Hotel-Information) > > [Casa Maria Hotel Boutique & Gallery - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Casa-Maria-Hotel-Boutique-Gallery-Adults-Only.h21429242.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Arizona](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Arizona-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d204-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Best Western Plus Banff International Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Banff-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Siding-29-Lodge.h6908788.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Sylvan Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Sylvan-Lake-Hotels.d6136633.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Cottages Ontario](https://www.expedia.ca/Ontario-Cottages.d11178-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Maui Kamaole - Maui Condo & Home](https://www.expedia.ca/Kihei-Hotels-Maui-Kamaole-Maui-Condo-Home.h101693.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Goffs (YHZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yhz/vancouver-to-halifax) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Istanbul (IST)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/ist/vancouver-to-istanbul) > > [flights from calgary intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/yyc/flights-from-calgary-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to San José (SJO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/sjo/toronto-to-san-jose) > > [Flights from Regina (YQR) to Ahmedabad (AMD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqr/amd/regina-to-ahmedabad) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Grand Canyon (GCN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/gcn/edmonton-to-grand-canyon) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Chicago (ORD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/ord/winnipeg-to-chicago) > > [Flights from Spokane (GEG) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/geg/las/spokane-to-las-vegas) ### Cars > [Enterprise Car Rentals In Rexdale](https://www.expedia.ca/Enterprise-Car-Rentals-In-Rexdale.d59115-c15.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) > > [Car rentals in Sicily](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Sicily.d6048323.Car-Rental-Destinations) ### Activities > [Things to do in Jolly Harbour](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Jolly-Harbour.d6343468.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Jamaica](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/88/Jamaica) ### Vacation Rentals > [Pickle Lake Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Pickle-Lake-Vacation-Rentals.d4033.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) ### General > [Visit Tyre](https://www.expedia.ca/Tyre.dx6205412)