Title: Family Friendly Vacay I Steps2Beach | Pool Hot Tub - 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 condo # Family Friendly Vacay I Steps2Beach | Pool Hot Tub Condo with a water park, steps from Gulf State Park ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94910000/94906000/94905997/f8813856.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94910000/94906000/94905997/951e9ed9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94910000/94906000/94905997/b47ed59c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94910000/94906000/94905997/w2394h1398x3y0-f1d32ca6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94910000/94906000/94905997/2b167460.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Grand Beach Resort in Gulf Shores, Alabama offers a family-friendly getaway with breathtaking pier and Gulf views from the balcony. Unwind in the hot tub or take a dip in our sparkling outdoor pool. With private parking, direct beach access across the street, and amenities like children's toys/games and beach gear for guests to use. 10 Exceptional ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8765 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Hot tub - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Family Friendly Vacay I Steps2Beach | Pool Hot Tub October-December 2025 \*4th Floor Access by Stairs ONLY due to construction project\* Sand Castle Stays, Gulf Shores, Alabama Sleeps: 1 King, 1 Queen, 1 Full, 1 Set Hallway Twin Bunks Prime East Beach Location, Across from Pier, Full Gulf View, Easy Beach Access Path Professionally Hosted Property Included With Stay: Linens, Beach Towels, Beach Gear, 1 Parking Pass 4 Miles, 9 Min Drive to Jack Edwards International Airport Sand Castle Stays wants to welcome you to our family-friendly getaway at Grand Beach Resort in Gulf Shores, Alabama! We offer breathtaking views of the Gulf and Gulf State Pier from our balcony with easy beach access directly across the street. Starter Pack Information: To help you settle in, we provide a complimentary starter pack with essentials. 1\. Bathroom Starter Pack: Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Gel Lotion, Facial Mask, Makeup Remover Wipe, Garbage Bag, Toilet Paper 2\. Kitchen Starter Pack: Paper Towels, 2 Garbage Bags, Kitchen Towel, Kitchen Wash Rag, Laundry Pack, Dishwasher Pack, Sponge, Liquid Dish Soap, Assorted K-Cups. \*Please note these are starter supplies to get you started, and you may need to purchase additional items for extended stays. We strive to be interactive with our guests. We always have our notifications "on" and ready to help you. Our goal is to share our love of Gulf Shores with you and your family. Grand Beach Resort is a low-density (no fighting over the elevator) complex located on the end of East Beach directly across the street from the beach with direct and private beach access for our guests. We are located within one mile to The Hangout and 0.4 mile to Sea N Suds and Island Market. As for our amenities, you'll find an array of options to make your stay truly memorable. Take a dip in our sparkling outdoor pool, perfect for a refreshing swim or lounging under the warm sun. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub, melting away any stress or tension. We have a private parking lot for our guests that require passes. This lot and our grounds are monitored by an attendant. Our balcony offers stunning views of the Gulf State Park/Pier. PARKING: passes are required on property. 2 vehicles will be allowed per reservation. One parking pass is built into the price of the stay. If a second pass is desired, this request will need to be made by the guest within 48 hour's notice and will result in a 50-dollar separate charge. Parking passes must be filled out and properly displayed at all times as parking attendants monitor our facilities. WALKING: ✔️Beach Access Path: approx 800 feet ✔️Hangout and Surf Style: located 1 mile West ✔️Sea N Suds restaurant& Island Market are 0.4 miles ✔️Gulf State Park Pier is 0.6 miles BIKING: There is biking storage on a first come first serve basis at the complex, guests are not allowed to bring their bikes into the condo. The Hugh S Branyon Backcountry Trail is very popular for biking. ✔️Rental Agreement Required and ID collected through our property management software. ✔️25+ to rent per HOA policy ✔️Children's toys/games ✔️Beach Wagon, 2 Beach Chairs, Sand toys, Beach Umbrella, Beach Towels ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - 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 - Elevator - 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 - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails 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 ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 765 square feet ## Similar properties ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18994100/18994029/31c269eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### FALL in Paradise ~Gorgeous Weather~LOWER RATES~Phoenix East🏖️~3BR2B Orange Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 203 reviews CA $211 CA $768 total includes taxes & fees Nov 10 - Nov 11 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=18994029&PinnedHotelID=18994029&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85690000/85683600/85683517/588fb1dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grand Beach Resort - Unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico Gulf Shores - Ocean view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 10 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=85683517&PinnedHotelID=85683517&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42010000/42009400/42009309/4f80a90d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Perfect FOR Off Season BEACH LOVERS! 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Guest and party is responsible for rental agreement rules.Cannot set thermostat below 70 A $300 dollar credit card hold will be put on a credit card. $25 management fee charged. 25+ to rent unless married couple or with children HOA Policy Max 8 guests total (max of 6 adults). No smoking of any substance in the condo, No parties. No cancellations for weather unless mandatory evacuation. ### 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b5fffcx ## 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%7C30.25101%2C-87.67370&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=olIMqpW-PB3-fAAop_SgGe59MOU=) Gulf Shores, AL #### What's nearby - Gulf State Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Hangout Music Fest - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Gulf Shores Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Waterville USA - 2 min drive - 2.8 km - Gulf Shores Golf Club - 6 min drive - 6.0 km #### Getting around - Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 58 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Hangout - ‬3 min drive - ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬2 min drive - ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬3 min drive - ‪Picnic Beach - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Family Friendly Vacay I Steps2Beach | Pool Hot Tub have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Family Friendly Vacay I Steps2Beach | Pool Hot Tub pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Family Friendly Vacay I Steps2Beach | Pool Hot Tub? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Family Friendly Vacay I Steps2Beach | Pool Hot Tub? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Family Friendly Vacay I Steps2Beach | Pool Hot Tub located? > Situated by the sea, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Orange Beach Beaches and Gulf State Park Fishing Pier are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? 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