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Beach Cottage - Amazing Beach Location! Walk to the beach!

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Enjoy stunning ocean views from the deck of this beachfront property, featuring a staircase leading to the upper level.
Relax on the deck with a view, surrounded by a palm tree and comfortable seating.
Relax in this spacious living area with a sofa and colorful rug, featuring a large window and kitchen area.
Efficient kitchen with a microwave, stove, sink, and refrigerator, adjacent to a cozy living area.
Efficient kitchen with double sink, microwave, and stove, perfect for meal preparation and dining.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 448 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Waterville USA
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Beach Cottage - Amazing Beach Location! Walk to the beach!

This is a classic beach cottage at it's best! Enjoy a relaxing vacation in this quaint cottage close to everything Gulf Shores has to offer. Located in the heart of Gulf Shores in close proximity to the popular Hangout and newly improved Gulf Place. Public beach access is a short, easy walk - about a block away across the street (light and crosswalk). Restaurants, ice cream shops, mini golf, shopping, and other Gulf Shores attractions located just blocks away. Gulf State Park Fishing Pier 1 mile away. The cottage is 2 bedroom/1 bath and accommodates 4 guests. Fully equipped kitchen. Outdoor grill. Washer and Dryer. 2 smart tv's. There is a beach market across the street for last minute items. Pets considered (up to 2 dogs) with owner's prior approval and fee.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

* Free guest parking - room to park 2 vehicles on site.
* Amenities include: free Wi-Fi, 2 smart tv's (no cable), outdoor deck, charcoal grill.
* Linens come furnished, but please bring your own beach towels.
* Guests receive a “starter pack” of laundry detergent, one trash bag per trash can, one roll paper towels/toilet paper, and travel-sized soaps in bathroom.

POLICIES

* NO Smoking.
* Must be at least 25 years old to book.
* Check-in is 4 p.m. or later. (no exceptions)
* Check-out by 10 a.m. (you will be charged if you stay in the property later than 10 a.m.)
* A full list of our rules and regulations is contained in our Vacation Rental Agreement, which you will agree to upon booking.
* Rates subject to change up until time of booking
This holiday home's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Gulf Shores Beach. Enjoy features like a water park and laundry facilities. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 7 minutes by foot from Gulf Shores Beach and a 1-minute drive from Gulf State Park
Beach Cottage - Amazing Beach Location! Walk to the beach! offers its guests a water park. Beach Cottage - Amazing Beach Location! Walk to the beach! also features barbecue grills and laundry facilities.

Property manager

Shonna Nance - Owner

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: outside only

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 520 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Please wash and put away all dishes. Do not leave any dirty dishes or put dirty dishes away.
Roll garbage cart to the road for pick up.
Double check for all personal belongings. We are not responsible for items left after departure.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: 2 dogs -$150 fee/preapproval of breed. No cats.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that 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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Beach Cottage - Amazing Beach Location! Walk to the beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 189 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 189 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 189 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 189 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 189 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cheryl W.

Gulf Shore 2025 vacation

I want to start with the positive first, the location is perfect with short walk to the beach. The property is very small maybe 400-500 sq ft but served the purpose we were looking for. However it wasn’t disclosed to us construction next door so workers present all day running saws etcThe house is run down on inside and bathroom was in need of repair and updates, shower head was old and clogged, very poor water pressure, gaps in caulk, floor tiles look dirty, and baseboards not cleaned in a while.The fridge was stained and dirty looking on door and handles.Also we were there for 5 days and 1 trash bag and no replacement, also 1 roll of tissue in bathroom, I have never stayed at a vrbo where I needed to pack trash bags and bring toilet tissue. If this was necessary then should be added to description on rental.Hopefully this review prompts updates where needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach weekend

This cottage was perfect for our weekend journey to gulf shores to attend a concert at the Wharf. So much within walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marion O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lacie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
When we first got to the beach house, we thought, well this is small, its going to be a tight fit. We had 2 adults, a 17 year old boy, a 13 year old girl, and a 11 year old boy. We brought an air mattress, but the couch was comfortable enough for my daughter to fall asleep on it most night & we stayed 6 days. While it was a snug fit, it was EXTREMELY accommodating. It is supposed to fit 4 adults & we squeezed 5 people VERY comfortably. First off, the house was very clean. Showers, sinks, toilets, rooms, EVERYTHING. Next, the accommodations were excellent. Everything you need. Bed linens, pillows, cups, plates and plenty pots & pans. It has a very good washer & drier and 2 TV's. Great WiFi connection. The location was ABSOLUTELY PHENOMENAL. I'm disabled and require a moterized wheelchair when walking anywhere farther than a few room lengths away. We were SO A close to the beach that I could have walked if I needed with a walker. The location is centered in the heart of the popular stores, restaurants, & all the recreational activities. The farthest we beeded to travel was for a dolphin cruise & it took 15 mins max to reach the Marina for orange beach & that was as far as we needed to go. Everything else was literally, walk out the door & stroll on foot, or bike to where youd like to go. There is a picnic table on the back deck for eating/grilling & plenty of chairs for relaxing.Amazing, clean, beautiful house & PRIME location. I HIGHLY recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Talitha H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall, it was a really convenient stay. It was just a couple minutes walk away from the beach and central, within walking distance, to most everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malaysia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay went well, no complaints whatsoever, beach is within walking distance, food nearby is great and views are nice as well, quiet and peaceful, 10/10 will definitely return if given the opportunity.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Walking distance to beach, restaurants, and market. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Cari W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy stay overall

The house was perfect for the two of us, who came to do an overnight job in the area. The only issues were that we ran out of trash bags during our ostay and in the daytime, we had trouble sleeping due to the active construction going on next door. However, it’s close to the beach and all the stores you’ll need are within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love Gulf Shores!

Great little cottage in the middle of everything! 3 blocks back from the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Favorite Getaway

Property owner is a “10” and a pleasure to rent from. Property is simple but more than adequate for two senior citizens ages 81 & 78 and their pet dog Joy. Our second year to spend a week each time and this year was even better than the first. Excellent location. Health permitting, we hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good place

Stayed for our second mini honeymoon. Were greeted with a sweet card from the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley V., Beloit, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Beach Getaway

We were very happy our stay. Walking distance to the public beach and restaurants. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob F.

Liked: Cleanliness

BEST HOST EVER

House was perfect, location was incredible. Had a little air conditioning issue and Shonna had a technician fix it within AN HOUR.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart and Kathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gulf trip

Lovely cottage, close to everything. Back enclosed deck great for sitting outside with dogs
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delsie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved our accommodations!

Very cute and clean! Location was perfect and host was very prompt to answer any questions we had. Beds very comfortable and kitchen had everything we needed. Would love to stay there again. A experience!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice beach house

Great location. Short walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim H., Lenoir City

Liked: Cleanliness

Great winter getaway

The property is as advertised, and is within walking distance of several good restaurants and a beautiful beach. I don't want to sound too picky, but the beds were not very comfortable However, for the total package, it the deserves a 4.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Kay D.

Getaway

Good location. Property needs updating.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Gulf shores

Very nice and a perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

jon s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Like a Tiny Home

Great location, but could use some updating. Weather was cool, floors were cold, but heater worked well. Bed, super comfy. Pretty much everything we needed was provided. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy retreat

Cottage was perfect for us! Clean, easy parking, close to sights, the beach, stores and restaurants. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn T., Tuscaloosa, AL

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

This house is located within walking distance to the beach, shops, restaurants and bars. This is our second stay. Really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Summer R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little house near it all

Cute, convenient, clean and cozy. The host was friendly. I would rent again and highly recommend. We had a wonderful visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024