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🥳 Summer Sale! First 2! Egret. No regrets! Beachfront. Heatable Pool. 6BR. Single story. Nice!

Beachfront holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 23315.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 23)

Common Space

2 Double Sofa Beds

East Middle BR

1 Queen Bed

NE BR

1 King Bed

NW BR

2 Queen Beds

SE BR

1 King Bed

SW BR

2 Queen Beds

West Middle BR

1 Single Bunk Bed

6 bathrooms

Egret East Middle Bedroom Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Egret Northeast Bedroom Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Egret Northwest Bedroom Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Egret Southeast Bedroom Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Egret Southwest Bedroom Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Egret West Middle Bedroom Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

🥳 Summer Sale! First 2! Egret. No regrets! Beachfront. Heatable Pool. 6BR. Single story. Nice!

The Egret
2071 West Beach Blvd

25-02-22. Summer on Sale! Quick 'escape the cold' summer sale! First 2 bookings get 15% off. This is ALREADY priced in and should show as a strikethrough/discount on the booking page. Fab place... for less! Act quick, 2 will go fast! Spring dates too!

6BR 6BA. Gulf Shores. Beachfront. Pool. Single level floorplan. Pool. Nice!

Update: June, 2023. Brand new virtual tour. Check it out!
Update: May, 2023. NEW DECKS. All over. Awesome. Even added a platform by the pool. Makes our sweet multilevel beachfront decks even more special!

The Egret is a spacious 6 bedroom and 6 bathroom house is located directly on the beach. It is completely furnished and has a fully equipped kitchen including a TWO refrigerators, a dishwasher and microwave. TWO fabulous Great rooms with vaulted ceilings provide plenty of gathering space. Lots of deck space too, both in the sun, and sheltered/covered!

Great stretch of the beach. Lots of space. Secluded. Dunes. Nice. Like having the beach to yourself, seriously!

And Egret has lots of deck space, both covered and open, so you can lounge in whatever environment you want! Sun, some sun, no sun. Up to you!

BEDDING:

Northeast Bedroom: King
Northwest Bedroom: 2 Queens
​​​​​​​East Middle Bedroom: Queen
West Middle Bedroom: Twin over Full Bunk
Southeast Bedroom: King
Southwest Bedroom: 2 Queens

North Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa
South Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa

What else? More of course!

TWO LIVING ROOMS!
There's a living room in both the north and south wing of this great stand-alone home! How's that for spreading out. Not one, but two living rooms with coaches, TVs, and dining spaces. Separated by the kitchen area. How about a little divide and conquer during the vacay!

TWO REFRIGERATORS
Yes, two per side. Because... you need a lot of space for shrimp and beverages!

POOL? You bet!
Pool is under the home. A bit like an indoor pool. Big: 24x12x3-5 FT Rectangle! Great respite from hot hot hot, as well as inclement weather! Heatable too (nightly surcharge applies). Added a propane gas pool heater, so YES the pool is heatable to a maximum of 82' (the high side of recommended rec pool temps) to take the chill off! This service is by request in advance with a nightly surcharge (varies by season and with gas market price, has been $60-85 per night, just inquire, and must be for length of stay (this is based on market pricing for propane gas, and can change at any time, both up and down, until added to a reservation). Fee subject to change due to incredibly high gas rates right now. Simply request the pool be heated any time after making the reservation and at least a week before check in so we can get it on before you arrive.

PARKING
There is available onsite parking for at least 8 cars. More if you park under them home and stack carefully.

WIFI/INTERNET
YES! We have an awesome Eero mesh network to ensure excellent wifi coverage throughout this spacious home. Spotty coverage is always an issue for big places. Sure internet may work next to the router in the living room, but what about the far reaches of the home!? That's why we installed a multi-node mesh network. And what's the internet like? It is generally solid and ran > 100Mb down the last test--sufficient for several simultaneous video conference sessions for remote work and education. Internet is, of course, an amenity and subject to service provider outages (and guests "troubleshooting" it), especially with the havoc the sand and salt wreak on cabling and facilities, no more so than any other home on the beach though, and likely better since its close in and new construction!

SOAPS, TOWELS, COFFEE, ETC ETC
As with most beach homes in the area, the local mgt co provide what they call a "starter supply" of soaps, toilet paper, and paper towels, etc. Enough for the first night to get you going! Please plan to bring or purchase additional supplies, and any cleaning or pantry supplies you may need, or to make a quick run to the store (or have it delivered!). You will want to bring beach towels or beach chairs as well. Because mgt cos will not generally support them, grills are not provided, though they are sometimes inherited from prior guests: your mileage may vary on this, and we usually assess and then go snag a small charcoal kettle when we come down ourselves. Also of note: at many locations, you may find the bunk beds (and certain other beds) are not fully made--instead a bedding pack is provided. This is a common practice for the local management companies, which is both green (if the bedding is not used, it doesn't have to be laundered) AND more sanitary--housekeeping does not have to crawl on the bunks and so on to make the beds. Also also... all our homes have drip coffee makers and most now have Keurigs as well.

No smoking please. No pets.

SNOWBIRDS! Up to 2/3rds off for off-season stays of 28 days or longer.

Little bigger? Or need TWO places near each other? Check out my Erica's Sandpiper, 1 door down, and 8 bedrooms! Also a single level home.

Erica's Sandpiper https://vrbo.com/1678880?dateless=true 8BR

Dancing Dolphin and Blue Heron, 2 5 bedrooms, are also an easy walk from these homes. Inquire.

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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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pls inquire. No house parties!
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We communicate. A lot. :-) Failure to respond to any requests may lead to cancellation of the reservation without refund, per rental agreement.
Pets, where allowed, MUST BE PRE-APPROVED and are subject to a $250 pet fee per pet. See agreement.
Guest must abide by all Rental Agreement terms and conditions.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 23
Note from host: Pls inquire. No house parties!
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

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Orange Beach Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Waterville USA - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 14 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪DeSoto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 🥳 Summer Sale! First 2! Egret. No regrets! Beachfront. Heatable Pool. 6BR. Single story. Nice! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 🥳 Summer Sale! First 2! Egret. No regrets! Beachfront. Heatable Pool. 6BR. Single story. Nice! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at 🥳 Summer Sale! First 2! Egret. No regrets! Beachfront. Heatable Pool. 6BR. Single story. Nice!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🥳 Summer Sale! First 2! Egret. No regrets! Beachfront. Heatable Pool. 6BR. Single story. Nice!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🥳 Summer Sale! First 2! Egret. No regrets! Beachfront. Heatable Pool. 6BR. Single story. Nice! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of West Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Lagoon Pass Park is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 95 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Donald T.

Egret, No Regrets!

Our getaway was a Christmas gift to our kids and grandkids, and this property was just perfect for all 16 of us! Having each bedroom space with its own bathroom was just fantastic! It was clean and comfortable, and the pool underneath the home gave us the promise of water fun, no matter what the weather brought our way. The direct beach access and quiet, family oriented setting, made us feel like we had our own beach! The proximity to local eateries and shops was also wonderful. The owners are gracious and helpful, and we will not hesitate to come back again someday!!

10/10 Excellent

Angie L.

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

Great Family Home

Huge house with separate living areas for large groups. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kelli F.

Beach wedding at Egret

We are back home and missing the Egret and the beach. The house and your services were amazing. Thanks again for a beautiful stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

Excellent stay. Plenty of space. Kind & courteous.

We had an excellent stay here. Plenty of space, bedrooms and separate living areas that are great for kids. The pool was perfect place to cool down during the heat of the day. Management company was responsive, kind and courteous.
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10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The timing and weather could not have been better. The house had everything we needed and was so convenient to have everyone on a single floor. The young kids loved the pool!

10/10 Excellent

Deborah J., Reedsburg

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

A beautiful house and location!

The perfect place to relax and enjoy all the beauty that Gulf Shores has to offer! I will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas K.

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

Spring break

We had a great time in a great place and location right on the beach. Everything was there that we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey H.

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

Wonderful trip!

We had a wonderful long trip. All of this owner's properties are great. As a person who likes to cook i really appreciated an incredibly well stocked kitchen. Beds were comfy too. Thank you Rick and Susan!
Stayed 57 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas M.

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

West Beach Egret House

Wonderful house right on the beach. The pool underneath the house was a big plus. We beached it in the morning and after lunch we were in the pool. This kept the Grandkids out of the sun during the hottest part of the day. The 6 bedrooms were nice especially since each had its own Bathroom. Just wish they could install an under the counter ice machine. For sure we will stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nicolas A.

Summer Vacation 2024 at Egret

We had a great time. Really enjoyed the house again. We don't really eat out at all, but cook every evening. So we appreciated the new cookware as well! No issues. Already booked for 2025. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Perfect location for peace and quiet!

I loved this house! It was the perfect size for our family reunion. The views are spectacular! I’m so glad that you allowed my small dog. I also appreciate the fact that the pool was always ready, warm and clean. We hope to be back in the future.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Everything was great

Everything was great at the house, we throughly enjoyed every aspect! The gates were a good addition. They kept the grandkids from getting to far ahead of us. Looking forward to the next trip! Thank you.

10/10 Excellent

Katherine D.

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

Great location. Excellent service and responsiveness. Spacious home.

We loved our stay at The Egret. Highlights- two living rooms, two fridges, and bathrooms for each bedroom. Loved being right on the beach. Heated pool was essential for kids who wanted a break from the ocean and for the double red flag days. Management was attentive to all of our questions and minor property issue (resolved within hours). We enjoyed being far enough from the hectic downtown area, but close enough for groceries. We loved it so much that we’re already booking it again. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard B., Murfreesboro, TN

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

Great Family Vacation Home

The house and pool were all that we hoped for, both being clean and well maintained. The pool was a nice size, heated, and was surrounded with more than enough chairs/recliners to accommodate a large party. The kitchen was the most well equipped (Pots, pans, silverware, dishes, small appliances, etc.) of any place we have ever rented. The house had lots of storage space, with 2 refrigerators and a large pantry. All the rooms were exactly as advertised, and the common areas had lots of seating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan S.

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

Awesome

This house was perfect for our family. There were enough room and bedrooms to accommodate everything, which each one being clean, charming, and comfortable. The patio and backyard are awesome - you have enough beach space that we played volleyball and spike ball. Also you are right on the beach with an awesome view. Rick could not have been more responsive and accommodating, assisting us with adjusted check out/in and recommending where to eat. We can’t wait to come back :)
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Wonderful!

Egret was perfect for our family of 12, very clean , plenty of room so we could spread out , two living rooms were great so kids could play their video games and adults could play cards in the other one. All 6 bedrooms had their own bathrooms. The kitchen had plenty of glasses, cups and dishes , but could use some new frying pans ! Two refrigerators were great for that many people , lots of groceries.The pool under the house was great for the kids on a rainy day. Love the location very private away from the crowds, like your own private beach. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

The house was a great contributor to a lot of happy times!

We had a delightful time with family in your lovely home. We put to good use the large communal areas, as this clan is known as a "lively bunch"! There was room enough for the musical instruments to have a corner for evening sing alongs, as well as a games area that didn't have to be removed when it was time for meals. I was very pleased with the timely responses from Tabitha with Kaiser, and her follow up on items. I hope you are pleased with the new management company. It was a wonderful stay, and the house was a great contributor to a lot of happy times!

10/10 Excellent

Laurie C.

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

Wonderful property

The property and experience were wonderful! The owners were quick to respond to questions prior to check in. Once there, the layout of the house worked great for us. The two living rooms have plenty of space for people to spread out and do their own thing when they wanted to, but the large tables still gave us room to have meals around one table. The under house pool for perfect to allow you to play in the pool but not have to worry about the constant sunscreen re application on kids. It was also great to shield us from the rain but still allow us to swim and enjoy ourselves. The proximity to the beach made it easy to go back and forth, which is nice when you have a large family who doesn’t always want to do the same thing at the same time. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Brittany S.

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

Egret was a huge REGRET

The only positive about this property is the proximity to the beach, but even that doesn't make up for the living conditions. The problems start before you even step foot inside the house and believe me you'll wish you hadn't. The first step into the house is falling off and a huge safety hazard. Multiple planks on the deck are loose/falling in. The inside of the house was absolutely disgusting. We didn't even want our children to walk on the floors without shoes on. We actually went to Walmart to get cleaning supplies for peace of mind. (We left the swiffer, by the way.) One of the shower doors is falling off as a previous guest stated. That has still not been fixed. The shower in the back makes a screeching sound when you use it. The walls and fridge were filthy with visible old stains. On our last day we discovered large BLOOD stains on the mattress cover! When I told the host about these issues I was told 'they don't have alot of time between guests to clean' and 'its unlikely that it was blood'. I have pictures of everything I have stated which I offered to email him. I have never paid this much for a vacation rental and felt so uncomfortable. The owners are charging +8k a week for this property. There is absolutely no excuse for subjecting guests to these conditions for this cost. If they don't have enough time to adequately clean between guests then they should not be renting. They should be ashamed! Needless to say we won't be back and we'd advise you and your family to look elsewhere if you want a clean, relaxing vacation, because you won't get it at Egret. If I could give zero stars I would.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Egret

Beautiful place right on the beach, well stocked and amazing host!!
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10/10 Excellent

Trish V.

No regrets at Egret

Everything went very well! We had a great time. The weather was lovely for the whole week and the house was just right.

10/10 Excellent

Roxane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a whole family trip. We lost our Dad the week before the trip. We all came together to grieve and help each other through this difficult time. The house was great! Right on the beach, away from public beaches. The pool under the house was nice and cleaned everyday. The house was clean, 2 refrigerators in the kitchen, fully stocked kitchen. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

Egret

We thoroughly enjoyed our week at Egret! Thank you so much.... We had so much space, basically private beach on quiet end of beach. Truly wonderful! Hated to return to work! Thank you!
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10/10 Excellent

Russell A.

Highly Recommend for Gulf Shores getaway!

Egret beach house has been a gathering place for our family several times in recent years... young and not-so-young from Louisiana, Arkansas, Texas and Georgia enjoying the all-access/one-level space. Six bedrooms with comfortable bedding and private baths. Two large dining areas allow for sharing meals together. The open, well equipped kitchen allows for easy food prep/service and the two refrigerator/freezers are and absolute "must". Two large sitting areas offer space for comfortable lounging or privacy for work/quiet time. Our sun worshippers have only a short distance to a relatively private beach while there are plenty of covered areas for outdoor relaxation. The under-house heated pool is a major "plus"! We highly recommend the Egret for your next Gulf Shores getaway! The Arceneaux's [[🤗 Yay! Thanks Russell! We so appreciate you and all of Team Arceneaux! Glad you had another wonderful time at our Egret home in Gulf Shores! See you next year! 😉]
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10/10 Excellent

David H.

Great stay!

We loved Egret. Arrival was easy. It was very clean. And we loved that it felt like we had the beach to ourselves. We did not need the management company but they were very communicative. We will be back!

About the host

Hosted by Rick Goldsworthy

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Instructional designer. Behavior change researcher. Father of 3. Teacher. Soccer coach. Hoosier. I'm interested in why people do the things they do, what we can do to change those things so that folks live happier and healthier lives, and how technology can help. Plus, well, I love Gulf Shores!

Egret. Egret is a nice change of pace. Pool underneath. 6 bedroom ALL on the same floor. That helps if some family is less mobile, or you want to keep an eye on some kiddos! Egret has a laid back vibe, and lots of decks, with a wrap around from the side, and a bi-level in the back.

My wife's family have traveled to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Alabama for decades. I became a tag along in the late 1990s, so a Gulf Shores guy by marriage. One thing led to another and we ended up a several large, family-friendly, large group friendly, places along the Gulf.

Oh, beyond the description and "Why this Property?", you want more? Okay....

AND The Egret has LOTS of beach space. Don't like being right on top of the neighbors, and condos, on the beach!? Me either. And Egret, along with its nearby slightly larger sister home, Erica's Sandpiper, are on an area where you can spread out and generally not worry about folks right on top of you.

Why they chose this property

Egret. Egret is a nice change of pace. Pool underneath. 6 bedroom ALL on the same floor. That helps if some family is less mobile, or you want to keep an eye on some kiddos! Egret has a laid back vibe, and lots of decks, with a wrap around from the side, and a bi-level in the back.

My wife's family have traveled to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Alabama for decades. I became a tag along in the late 1990s, so a Gulf Shores guy by marriage. One thing led to another and we ended up a several large, family-friendly, large group friendly, places along the Gulf.

What makes this property unique

Oh, beyond the description and "Why this Property?", you want more? Okay....

AND The Egret has LOTS of beach space. Don't like being right on top of the neighbors, and condos, on the beach!? Me either. And Egret, along with its nearby slightly larger sister home, Erica's Sandpiper, are on an area where you can spread out and generally not worry about folks right on top of you.

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