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On the beach
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Exterior
Flat-screen TV, DVD player

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 570 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

🌊🎣 Relax and catch a couple fish- Happiness comes in waves. 🎣🌊

Island Shores is one of Gulf Shores' most popular and affordable vacation rentals, offering a stunning direct Gulf-front view of the Gulf of Mexico from its 6th-floor location. You'll be greeted by beautiful white sandy beaches and convenient access to shopping, dining, movies, and various activities. The complex features a spacious swimming pool with ample lounge and patio seating, as well as an elevator and luggage/valet carts for easy loading and unloading. Sea 'n Suds, a well-known oyster bar and seafood restaurant, is just a block away, and you'll also find numerous other restaurants, shopping malls, and recreational activities within walking distance.

This updated two-bedroom, two-bath condo provides a full kitchen, washer/dryer, convertible bed for additional guests, and free Wi-Fi. The master bedroom is equipped with a brand new king-size bed, a private bath, and a new flat-screen TV and DVD player. The second bedroom, located off the living room, can now accommodate three guests with a new bunk bed unit featuring a double lower bunk and a twin upper bunk. This setup is ideal for families with three children. The living room features new furniture and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, providing a comfortable space to relax with a movie, a book, or a nap. The beachfront balcony includes a patio table and chairs, making it the perfect spot to enjoy the Gulf view.

Island Shores is ideally located near grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, shopping outlets, and recreational options. The Tanger Outlet Mall, which boasts over 120 brand name stores, is a great place for retail therapy on rainy afternoons. The Wharf offers dolphin cruises, an amphitheater for concerts, additional shopping, and a movie theater. Nearby Orange Beach features Perdido Pass, a dedicated area for fishermen. You'll also find marinas, glass-bottom boats, chartered deep-sea fishing excursions, golf courses, the Alabama Birding Trail, amusement parks, and water theme parks just a short drive away.

Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway, a family retreat, or a break from your everyday routine, Island Shores offers a fantastic vacation choice. The owners strive to make your stay comfortable, stress-free, and memorable, looking forward to building long-standing relationships with their guests.
Please note that construction on the balcony windows is scheduled to start on October 1, 2022, and is expected to continue until January 2023, with the possibility of extensions due to weather.

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.
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Island Shores 653 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 they look forward to welcoming you back year after year. Enjoy your stay in Gulf Shores!
During your stay at this condo building, you're just a quick walk from Gulf Shores Beach. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a water park and laundry facilities. A kitchen and 2 bathrooms are available in the condo.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a lift
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Gulf Shores Beach and a 1-minute drive from Gulf State Park
🌊🎣 Relax and catch a couple fish- Happiness comes in waves. 🎣🌊 offers its guests a water park. WiFi is free in public spaces. 🌊🎣 Relax and catch a couple fish- Happiness comes in waves. 🎣🌊 also features laundry facilities and a lift.

This Gulf Shores condo is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • 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

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)

General

  • Unit size: 750 square feet

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Reviews

🌊🎣 Relax and catch a couple fish- Happiness comes in waves. 🎣🌊 Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 63 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

John H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Very dusty, visible dust on glass surfaces. Cobwebs in most corners, on light/fan pull down controls. Outdated. Does NOT look like pictures.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Shari G.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

stacie c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location, the condo was mostly clean. Furniture was so dated and uncomfortable, but didn't take away the charm.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in was great, even though it’s at a different location. The kitchen was Okay, minus they only had 3 coffee cups! LolFurniture was definitely well Loved! The patio only had 2 plastic lawn chairs, which is not enough for a 2 bedroom rental on the beach. Location was great! The rental was very clean, which is a plus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Darren P.

Condo

Showerhead was broke in main bath. Multiple lights were not working. Generally dirty.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blaine T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Eric D.

Little things matter

As previous reviews have said the location of this property is perfect. The property is about 100 yards to the water and the view of the beach is phenomenal. Its a little difficult to get into the parking lot as there is only one entrance and sort of hidden especially at night. The complex is small compared to the other buildings around making it cozy and makes the beach area less crowded. The unit does need to be updated, large lump on the right side of the couch, old pvc patio furniture. Very few amenities. Only two rolls of toilet paper are provided., 2 pods for the dishwasher and no laundry detergent. The dryer does vent to the inside and makes the bedroom very warm. Additional rugs or mats ae needed inside at the doors. The balcony is very sandy. Also they still provide keys, a coded lock especially in a beach community is a must in 2025. One last item, with five people staying in the unit, the top bunk was not made and there was still sand on the mattress. Some small upgrades and attention to detail can really make this an absolutely perfect getaway unit. My family and I have stayed at numerous properties and its the attention to detail that is always the difference between and average property and an extraordinary one. This unit has that potential, if its realized.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacey P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun in the sun

Good location, good parking, easy access to the pool and beach. Room was perfect for my family. Well kept property. We will be staying there again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Shirley R.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gulf shores 25

Had a great time and loved the Condo amd the view was unforgettable. Thank you so much.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

maribel M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Recommend

Great place close on the beach
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

hugh s.

Snow bird trip

The unit had a washer and dryer in the bedroom and it was not vented. Also it is past time to update the faucets, floors and paint.
Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Roger R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

We love staying in this area. Condos in this complex are generally a little less expensively priced than others. Think this results from being a somewhat older building. However, the overall facilities are well kept. Each individual apartment depends upon the owner of that specific unit. We've stayed couple places in this complex and find the specific units to be pretty nice. Not fancy and perhaps somewhat dated...but clean and very workable. We were there for two weeks Jan/Feb 2025. And of course....GREAT LOCATION.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

tracy m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Valerie B.

Great location, ok condo

The furniture is dated and one of the kitchen chairs could not be used due to the seat splitting apart. There was quite a bit of sand still on the floor when arriving and the whole unit could’ve been cleaner. It wasn’t bad but not the best either. Location was great along with the beach access!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Carol H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Girls Trip

Not impressed with this condo. I will not rent it again, too many things wrong with it and it was not cleaned properly, we moved a chair and found a piece of pizza under it! Wall plugs along the couch side wall didn’t work, bed rail on the top bunk was loose, sheets for the couch were stained badly altho they were clean they looked horrible. Could tell that the owners didn’t spend any $$ fixing this place up to make it nicer. Things were kinda cheap! Definitely not worth the price but we made it work and had a good time anyway. Lesson learned and keeping this one in my book to be sure I don’t rent it again. I will just have to look for a different place next time. This is really only the first time I have not had a quality condo rental from VRBO so not holding it against VRBO just think the owners need to upgrade some things in this condo.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view right off the beach.

My family and I enjoyed the stay. Convenient by beach and also restaurants. Will stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short getaway

My girls and I booked last minute trip to go for a long weekend and see Kenny Chesney at the Wharf and spend Memorial Day, great location and very clean. Highly recommend for small group.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S., Kennesaw, Ga.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach time

Our place was clean and comfortable. Poole & Associates customer was phenomenal. I will definitely book with them again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Mary D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach spot

Great location on the beach. Good value.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasurable experience

Great communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Chris S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Gulf shore Condo

Really dated. The patio furniture is cheap plastic. The bunk bed sheets on the lower bunk were clearly not changed, a jolly rancher was open and wrapper laying beside it under the comforter. The top bunk had no sheets. My daughter slept on top of the comforter and used a blanket out of the closet, she unfolded it and found some dried goo, not sure what it was, so clearly it had not been washed either. The kitchen counters were dusty and the dishwasher had powder of some kind all over the handle and front of it. Looked like seasoning of some kind. The bathrooms were very clean and the floors throughout the condo were also clean. The air conditioning worked great so that was a bonus. Overall, I would not use this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Decent

Location, location, location! Right on the beach and walking distance to many restaurants and stores. We stayed for 6 nights the beginning of June. My biggest complaint was that the ocean view from the windows was blocked due to deterioration between the window panes. Could only see the ocean partially, due to that. I let management know on check out and hopefully they will fix that. Most likely will not return to this location. PCB has way nicer condos for way less money. Overall enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location, but...

Not a bad stay for the money; but definitely needs some updating. Kitchen appliances and living room furniture were very good. A rain/wind storm during our stay took out the TV, but management was very responsive, and thanks to Billy was fixed in no time. Balcony furniture and weather stripping under the back door (which allowed slight amount of rain to be blown in), as well as the master mattress, all need to be replaced. Balcony railing and floor need to be refinished. Washer & dryer in master BR not a good idea in my opinion.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022