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🌴You CAN afford Paradise! Life is better at the beach. 🌊Call today! provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

🌴You CAN afford Paradise! Life is better at the beach. 🌊Call today!

  • Island Shores is a wonderful and budget-friendly vacation rental located in Gulf Shores, Alabama, offering a fantastic view of the beach and the Gulf of Mexico. This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo is the perfect choice for those seeking a family-friendly and relaxing atmosphere with easy access to downtown Gulf Shores.

    As you enter the unit, you'll be greeted by the calming sight of the Gulf of Mexico, providing an instant stress-relief experience. The kitchen has been fully renovated and is well-stocked, making it easy for you to prepare delicious seafood dishes and meals. The master bedroom features a king-sized bed for maximum comfort and relaxation, and the second bedroom has a comfortable queen bed with an attached bathroom. The dining area can seat up to six guests, or you can choose to dine outdoors on the balcony while enjoying the beautiful waves and watching dolphins play.
    Island Shores offers convenient on-site parking for your vehicle, and it's just a short walk away from shopping, restaurants, The Hangout, and Gulf Shores' vibrant nightlife.

    Additional Information:
    Parking Passes are required and may be purchased upon arrival or by contacting our office directly. You must purchase each parking pass. You can have only 2 parking passes per reservation. 2 cars maximum.
    During special holiday time periods (Hangout Fest weekend, Memorial Day weekend, Saturday to Saturday during week of 4th of July, Labor Day weekend, and Shrimp Fest weekend) 3 bedroom units are limited to TWO parking passes, and 2 bedroom units are limited to ONE parking pass.
    Linens are provided, but please bring your own beach towels.
    The reservation includes a "starter set" of hand soap, 1 roll of toilet tissue per bathroom, 1 trash bag per trash can, and 1 roll of paper towels.
    Policies:
    Guests must be at least 25 years of age or older to rent.
    Photo ID is required at check-in.
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Pets are not permitted.
    ​​​​​​​
    Island Shores is professionally managed by Poole & Associates, a company that has been helping families create great beach memories since 1998. They are dedicated to ensuring your time at the beach is a wonderful experience and look forward to welcoming you back year after year. Enjoy your stay in Gulf Shores!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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 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

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

About the area

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is in the city center and on the beach. Tropic Falls at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Orange Beach Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, water skiing and water tubing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
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Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • A directional signpost with multiple signs pointing to various destinations such as Beach Pavilion, Orange Beach, Forest Pavilion, and others.
    Gulf State Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Three people sitting on a red bean bag on a sandy beach with a stage and green lights in the background.
    Hangout Music Fest
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A sign reading "Clyde Shores" with palm trees and a beach in the background.
    Gulf Shores Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A coastal cityscape with a long sandy beach, a pier extending into the ocean, and high-rise buildings.
    Orange Beach Beaches
    2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • A wooden boardwalk leading to Gulf State Park Pier with a signboard.
    Gulf State Park Fishing Pier
    2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Hangout
    14 min walk
  • Sunliner Diner
    14 min walk
  • Pink Pony Pub
    19 min walk
  • The Catch
    19 min walk
  • Waffle House
    3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 🌴You CAN afford Paradise! Life is better at the beach. 🌊Call today! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at 🌴You CAN afford Paradise! Life is better at the beach. 🌊Call today!?

As of Oct 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 🌴You CAN afford Paradise! Life is better at the beach. 🌊Call today! on Oct 27, 2026 start from CA $160, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is 🌴You CAN afford Paradise! Life is better at the beach. 🌊Call today! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at 🌴You CAN afford Paradise! Life is better at the beach. 🌊Call today!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🌴You CAN afford Paradise! Life is better at the beach. 🌊Call today!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🌴You CAN afford Paradise! Life is better at the beach. 🌊Call today! located?

Located in the heart of Gulf Shores, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach, and Orange Beach Beaches. Shrimpy's Grill and Golf and The Hangout are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

🌴You CAN afford Paradise! Life is better at the beach. 🌊Call today! Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Island Shore

The location of the resort was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location

Beautiful, peaceful location, restored my soul.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

60th birthday beach bash party

4 wonderful friends had a fantastic week. Great location!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach time

Everything was great very nice view of the beach, love hearing the waves, condo was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good bargain for a family!

Smaller, older complex which we like. Distance to the beach great! Could use some paint on vents because they were rusty. Overall clean and comfortable! I would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mini Vaca 23'

The property is located within walking distance to shopping and restaurants. We loved to be able to cook breakfast in the fully stocked kitchen. We absolutely loved everything about the condo.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another great VRBO experience

We love staying on the beach. This unit has a nice updated kitchen. Bathrooms need updating! Beds are comfortable. Location is top notch! Our only complaints are that the showers need hand bars, and the neighbors smoked so we couldn't sit on our balcony.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip

Condo was definitely a little cramped, but essentially had all the space we needed. A little dated, but functional anyways. Loved the distance to the beach, which was not much at all. Size of building was great as it left the beach not so crowded, even during peak season.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break

Water coming in under the door and the lock on the guest bathroom locking people in. Location was perfect! We had absolutely amazing views! The response from Poole when I had questions was timely, helpful and appropriate. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Girls trip 2024

It was great! Great view!!!! Great location! Friendly staff! The AC grates need cleaned. Ceiling in kitchen needs repair. Other than that nooooo complaints!!! The lock on the door was a little complicated but once we figured it out it wasn’t so bad. Maybe include directions on how to use the door lock in the description. We enjoyed our stay and will be back next year!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Bad check in experience. No washer and dryer in condo

Condo was nice and beach was beautiful. No washer and dryer located in condo. They are down stairs and cost $2 to wash and another $2 to dry. I would not rent again from Poole and Associates after my check in experience. I called about an early check in to see if we could check in around 2 and they said no early check in which I understood. I know it's busy this time of year. So we got food and we were at the condo by 3. I had not received our door code yet so I called back and a man answered. I explained to him that we hadn't received our door code and he was very rude to me. He stated that between 3-5 did not mean that I would receive the code right at 3. I told him my booking on VRBO said 3. He told me no it did not. I told him it did because I was looking at it. He said you will get your code between 3-5 and hung up on me. I tried multiple times to call back and could never get anyone back on the phone. I used my husbands phone to call and was finally able to reach someone. This time I spoke to a lady who was very nice to me. She asked where we were staying and the condo number and said our room was already ready and she would send the code right away and as soon as I hung up with her I got a txt with my code.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our first time in Gulf Shores. We enjoyed our stay and the location was perfect!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unit was clean and satisfactory, equipped with linens, towels, kitchenware, etc. Excellent view of the ocean and convenient to the Sea and Sud’s restaurant which is a must see if you’re here. Only issue we had was when the wind was blowing had a significant whistling through the front door, which was a problem when we were there and it was windy at night. Overall, a very nice place and easy check In-N-Out. Could use some updates to modernize a little, but was good for the price. I would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome ocean view

Great accommodations, clean, well stocked, spectacular view!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

good stay

very good location. easy check in!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pretty good place on beach

We were satisfied with this stay. Not the nicest place but an okay place for a last minute booking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect and stress free

Very easy working with the host. Very convenient location wonderful view!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Spot

Nice place right on the beach, great communication with host, definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location! Right by Sea n Suds for an easy delicious dinner. Hard to find somewhere with 2 full baths without being so expensive. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very nice, just didnt like that the elevator wasnt working other than that overall stay was good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach Vacation

We LOVED this condo. It was in a great location! The rental company communicated very well. This space was perfect for our family. We could walk to the beach and back as needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice and clean

Clean, great communication from property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall Break

Condo was just as advertised. Nice weather. Enjoyed our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
The property is an older building. The elevator was broken and we had use the stairs to get to the sixth floor. The walls need some TLC and floors need some replacing. No ceiling fans in the rooms, but the AC does circulate well. Housekeeping needs to be improved. We had to clean surfaces on the cabinets, walls, tables, and trash cans. The beds are comfortable and linens were clean. There was a nice supply of towels and wash clothes. I tried calling the property three different times to report that the elevator was out. Apparently it had been out for some time and this was never communicated to us before arriving to the property. It would have been useful information. I received a call from a very nice desk clerk. Another room was offered at a separate location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great unit with a beautiful view of the beach!

The 4 of us were very comfortable in this unit - a beautiful view while relaxing on the balcony. Beautiful white sandy beach right out your back door!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023