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Southern Sands 206/Beach Front/Dolphin watching from the balcony!

Beachfront condo with kitchen and balcony

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View from balcony
Southern Sands unit 206
Living area
Private balcony
View from the Kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 685.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterville USA
    ‪19 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Southern Sands 206/Beach Front/Dolphin watching from the balcony!

Come stay at the beautiful and relaxing SOUTHERN SANDS 206 – a two bedroom, two bath rental right on the famous white sand beaches of Gulf Shores, Alabama.

This second-story, family-friendly condo has a stunning view from its double-sized balcony right on the beach – giving you, your family and friends your own private view of the palm trees, sand dunes and clear-blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Escape the crowds and steer clear of the packed high-rises: come breathe in the fresh beach air at this charming, 3-story development.

The unit sleeps six people comfortably with one king bed, two twin beds and a sleeper sofa, along with two full bathrooms. It has a spacious kitchen for cooking meals and a dining area, as well as a living room with a large sofa and flat screen television. WiFi included.

Outside, you can relax at the pool, or hit the beaches (chairs and umbrellas available for rent from beach service during the summer). You won’t find a better location – a walkable area about as close as you can get to the Hangout (home to the well-known music festival) and the annual National Shrimp Festival, as well as local seafood restaurants and beach bars. Shopping at the Tanger Outlets is an easy drive down the road.
There are plenty of golf courses nearby too, as well as a zoo, waterparks and churches. This is a non-smoking, pet-free unit. Parking and laundry available. Book year round. Perfect for snowbirds!

Address: Southern Sands, 417 W. Beach Blvd, Condo #206, Gulf Shores, AL

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets in condo will FORFEIT entire deposit
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smokers will FORFEIT entire deposit

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore The Wharf. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gulf State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Waterville USA - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪DeSoto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Southern Sands 206/Beach Front/Dolphin watching from the balcony! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Southern Sands 206/Beach Front/Dolphin watching from the balcony! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Southern Sands 206/Beach Front/Dolphin watching from the balcony!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southern Sands 206/Beach Front/Dolphin watching from the balcony!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southern Sands 206/Beach Front/Dolphin watching from the balcony! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 169 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

regina b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
stayed here 3 times
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible view & location!! Loved our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, clean, beautiful view from balcony
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The condo unit was very clean and the beach view from the balcony was great for relaxing and enjoying your morning coffee. Jane, our host, was so easy and responsive to correspond with from the booking to the end. I would highly recommend this condo and unit to anyone that is interested in staying at Gulf Shores. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property we stayed at for 7 days was in great shape, beach front and decorated for a nice beach feel!Loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You cannot beat the location! I loved being on the second floor and just using the stairs. It’s not a large property so the pool was never crowded, it wasn’t ever noisy and we never waited on the elevator when we did use it. The walk out to the beach only takes a couple of minutes. We rented chairs for our stay so we never had to work to get out there. I just carried a small beach bag. It was so easy to pop in and out of our room to grab lunch or whatever during the day. We will absolutely rebook this property!
Sunrise from the Balcony. Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke K.

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

Great stay

Lovely
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kaylyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location. Size and layout were perfect for our family of four (two adults, two kids). Enjoyed it being on the beach and the pool was great. Reasonable rules and checkout process. Would have appreciated some backup up trash bags and TP, as neither were provided. Mold in & around the vents were also concerning. Couch and beds weren’t the most comfortable, but fine for a week spent mostly away from the condo.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

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

Family Vacation

Property was great. It was nice having the front balcony facing the ocean. The kids loved the pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

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

Loved it

We had a blast. We came to do senior pictures and hang out with friends and family. It was perfect. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love the location of southern sands. It’s the 3 rd time I’ve stayed there (different room each time) never had issues or problems. WiFi isn’t the greatest. We couldn’t get our phones to link but the TVs were linked so that’s what mattered. But it’s really a great clean and convenient place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Great Location!

Perfect location on the beach! Shopping and eating close. Owners very nice and easy to work with. Condo was clean and had everything we needed. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Caitlin S.

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

Bach trip

It was a great location to everything. Very easy check in and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

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

Excellent location

We love this location in Gulf Shores!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Family Beach Getaways

This condo is in a great location and was perfect for our small family. Plenty of stores and local restaurants within walking distance so you don’t have to worry about getting the car out after a long day on the beach. But if you do PARKING is awesome! Never had to worry about finding a spot. Highly recommend this rental. We’ll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Spring Break Stay

Great location within walking distance to restaurants/shopping and great view of the beach from the balcony. Plenty of room for our family of 4.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Kim T.

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

Good location

Good location 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

An Excellent Vacation

We had a blast! The view from the condo was exactly what we hoped for, The water was beautiful and clear and the sand was super soft. There were many walkable restaurants and shops and the people were all very friendly. Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda C.

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

Beach vacation

Great beachfront location with beautiful views. The unit was very clean with cute decor. Conveniently located near to restaurants. Nice parking area. Easy check-in requiring only a door code to access the unit. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rudi P.

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

Wonderful stay

We stayed with a 4 year old and 1 year old and had a wonderful time. Condo was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Good location, just a 5 minute walk to the Hangout.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi V.

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

Perfect

Great location. Beautiful view and so close to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

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

Hangout Weekend

This condo is perfect if you want to go to Hangout Fest. Perfect location! Private fireworks show on the balcony every night. Great size. Great owners.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

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

Great location & beautiful beaches

This property was prime location. Beach was right outside of the facility and you can be in the water literally minutes from the door! Beaches are beautiful and not overcrowded. Great food options were within walking distance which was a bonus! The Hangout is a short walk as well. Would definitely stay here again! Great communication with the owner and very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd O.

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

Wonderful time with my mom

Had a dream vacation with my mom it’s the first trip she has been on since dad passed and she was diagnosed with dementia! She had a wonderful time at the beach and she loved the condo. The owners were so sweet and a delightful to deal with. Can’t wait to visit again and stay at their place!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

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

Perfect week at the beach

This little condo was in the best location! Exactly what we were looking for in a beach rental! While it was a bit dated and yes, the master bed was quite hard (lol), neither of those things took away from the convenience of being right at the beach, the pool and so many great restaurants. We would definitely come back again to Douthern Sands and the girgeous beaches of Alabama! Thank you for a great week!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

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