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Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #7

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A wooden deck with a pool and beach view.
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A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, a TV, and a staircase leading to the kitchen.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a pool, and a sandy beach area.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a dresser, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
This vacation home accommodates 14 guests with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It features 1 outdoor pool and 1 separate living room. Enjoy beach views from the patio while exploring nearby attractions like Gulf Shores Beach and West Beach. Engage in activities such as windsurfing, mountain biking, and scuba diving.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out

    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Gulf Shores Beach
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Garage parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Lagoon
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lagoon Pass Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Main Level Bedroom (Street View)

1 King Bed

Main Level Bunks (Middle Room)

2 Single Bunk Beds

Second Level Bedroom (Middle room)

1 Queen Bed

Second Level Bedroom (Street View)

1 King Bed

Second Level Master (Beach View)

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Main Level Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Second Level Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Second Level Shared Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #7

You will absolutely love staying at Blue Parrot #7, which is right on the beach in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Blue Parrot #7 appeared on the TV show "Island Life" (Season 4 Episode 9). This beautiful spacious gulf front 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home sleeps 14 and is complete with everything you need to have a perfect beach vacation. The shared beach front swimming pool with comfortable lounge chairs is perfect for relaxing and playing (pool heater gas charge is $60/day extra). The two beautiful large decks provide uninterrupted breathtaking Gulf views of the sparkling waters and serene sugar white sand. The first level of the home offers a spacious and fully equipped kitchen. The lovely dining table seats eight and a cozy breakfast bar seats four. The large and open living area provides spectacular Gulf front views. (From the pool view, the unit is the right side of the duplex.)

As of January 2025, all furniture in the home is new except for the kitchen table. Also, all bathrooms have gone through full or partial renovations (new countertops, mirrors, faucets and light fixtures). [The exterior was painted from yellow to light turquoise. The video still needs to be updated.]

There are less than 50 houses in Gulf Shores where the pool is between the house and the ocean and this is one of them. The pool recently went through a major renovation (new concrete, fence, etc.).

Inquire for monthly rates in January and February only.

The main level of the home features 2 bedrooms, a full bath, a kitchen, a dining area and a living room. The first bedroom on the main level has a king size bed and full size bath. The second bedroom on the main level is just off of the kitchen area and has two twin bunk beds. The second level of the home features 3 bedrooms. The master bedroom has a king size bed, a private bath and a private Gulf front deck. The middle bedroom has a queen size bed and the north bedroom has a king size bed and they share a full size bathroom between these two rooms. The layout and design of Blue Parrot #7 are perfect for comfort, privacy and entertaining. Located in the heart of Gulf Shores, only 1.8 miles from Highway 59, Blue Parrot #7 is a perfect beach house with all of the comforts and luxuries of home.

For technology lovers, the home has internet download speeds up to 1 GB and all 6 televisions are HD Smart TVs each with YouTube TV provided and access to Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, etc.

The unit comes with bed linens (pillow cases, sheets and blankets) and bathroom linens (bath towels, hand towels, wash cloths, and bath mats). Beach towels are not provided. One roll of toilet paper is provided per bathroom. Wash cloths, dish towels, a roll of paper towels, a packet of dish washing detergent and a small bottle of dish washing liquid are provided for the kitchen.

The unit also has a very large ground level storage room we call the "toy room" (see picture). It is stocked with beach chairs, beach umbrellas, boogie boards, beach toys and pool toys for use by guests. This gives you more space in your vehicle during travel since you do not have to bring these items with you. You can also use this room to store your own things so you don't have to carry them inside the living space.

For those with air sensitivities, all the duct work in the attic was recently replaced and the 1st floor duct work was recently cleaned.

A gas grill is provided and the natural gas is provided as well.

We also own the Blue Parrot #8, the other side of this duplex.

The AC does not have a min/max block so you can cool the unit to your desired temperature.

Small shower chair is provided.

We look forward to hearing from you so we can help you have the greatest beach vacation ever!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed outside but not on the deck.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1852009vb
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Consider The Hangout for a night out or Tropic Falls at OWA if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Little Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lagoon Pass Park - 5 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 23 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #7 have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #7?

As of 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #7 on 7 February 2027 start from NZ$3,479, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #7 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #7?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #7?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #7?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #7 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Little Lagoon and Gulf Shores Beach. West Beach and Lagoon Pass Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alex was very accommodating and helpful. I came to gulf shores for my 40th birthday and had the best experience! Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 September 2026
Thanks for the great review! So glad you had a great time and want to come back. We have exciting renovations planned this winter so come back so you can enjoy them!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home! The closet with beach toys/equipment and beach towels were especially nice to have on site and not have to pack/purchase. Alex was very easy and prompt to communicate with. We enjoyed our stay and will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2026
Thanks for the great review! Thanks for the kind emails and feedback. We try to implement as many of our guests' suggestions as possible. Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was great for a family of 8 and 3 little ones. We loved that we could walk straight to the water. Grocery store and coffee/ice cream shop was within walking distance. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2026
Thanks for the great review! So glad you enjoyed the amenities close to the house. It is really great that this property has so many things so close to it, especially the ocean. Please come again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect place for us. We had 4 couples plus kids and there was plenty of room for everyone, with large bedrooms and a kids room with bunkbeds. It's right on the beach, which is beautiful, plus has a large pool which everyone enjoyed also. The back porch was great in the evening for everyone to sit outside and catch up. We would book this again in a heartbeat!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2026
Thanks for the great review!! Glad to hear your kids enjoyed the pool and the adults loved the large bedrooms. Please come again soon!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The location was perfection and has such lovely access to the beach. The rooms are spacious and clean as are the bathrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 April 2026
Thanks for the great review. One of the reasons we bought this property was due to it's large bedrooms and large closets. It truly makes this home a comfortable place to stay. Please come again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We would stay there again. Great location and friendly people.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 March 2026
Thanks for the great review! Glad you had a great time and I hope you can return soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2026
Thanks for the great review!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was roomy and had all the amenities... And a great location! Rare find with a pool and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2026
Thanks for the great review! Only about 10% of the houses in Gulf Shores have a pool between the house and the ocean. So glad you appreciated that quality of our property. Glad you had a great time and please come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything from booking to check out was smooth! Contact for property very quick and responsive. Perfect location and place to stay with kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 April 2026
Thanks for the great review and so glad your kids loved it. Please come again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Would definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 March 2026
Thanks for the great review. Feel free to send us any recommended enhancements you would like to see. We have implemented over 95% of all guest recommendations. Come again soon!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location right on the beach, big rooms, very clean!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2025
Thanks for the great review and special thanks for leaving the house in such great shape. Please come again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Being on the beach was very convenient, the house was exactly as the pics in the website. Alex the owner was very attentive even to the small stuff. Family had a blast and I highly recommend a trip to Lulu’s restaurant. Will definitely be coming down next year to Parrot #7 Thanks Alex!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2026
Thanks for the great review! Lulu's is an experience just like the Hangout. Please some again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall stay was great! Sharing the pool with the other duplex was a bit much if you are looking to rest and relax.. they also like to swim late at night so not much privacy and peace. Very nice place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our kids loved the pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2025
Thanks for the great review! I am so glad your kids enjoyed the pool. The guests next door said their kids loved playing with your kids and it gave them free time to enjoy coffee on the upper deck. Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! The house was exactly as described. Our family really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and well kept Very easy check in/out Great communication with property manager/ownerAmazing beach views Would definitely stay here again !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2025
Thanks for the great review! So glad you enjoyed the beach views. That tends to be a guest favorite. Please come again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the best places my family has stayed and the host was very helpful with any issues! I will 100% be staying there again in the future !!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2025
Thanks for the great review. Hope you can come again soon but please remember that the summer usually books up in January or February.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing week! The host was very responsive and helpful. The house was perfect and had more than we could have expected! We highly recommend booking here!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 November 2025
Thanks for the great review! I am so glad we were able to adjust your schedule so you could spend more time at the beach. Come again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Location, house, pool & beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2025
Thanks for the great review. We are currently planning more improvements to the home during the holiday season so please come back soon so you can enjoy the changes.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was great. All appliances were new, new tvs. The heated pool was excellent.It was right on the beach. Excellent views . We highly recommend this to everyone. We will be staying here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Place

We had a great stay. Beaches were beautiful. House was close to everything. Layout of house was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2025
Thanks for the great review. Hope you can come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot beach front

Had a wonderful time on our trip. Location is awesome & lots of sleeping space for a big family. Pool was so nice after being at beach all day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home, great location

Clean, spacious and great location. We enjoyed our stay and there was plenty of room for 4 couples. We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 March 2024
Thanks for the great review. For your future reference, we just put more very nice brand new beach chairs in the toy closet. Please come again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach house

Great stay and property. Excellent location. Plenty of towels for all as well as kitchen was very well stocked with utensils, cookware, dinner sets, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic stay!!!

We absolutely loved our stay! The property was perfect for our extended family trip. Very spacious. Perfect beachfront location. With the beach, pool, deck, covered parking, and all the property features, it was even better than we expected! Can’t wait to return!!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2025
Thanks so much for the great review. We continue to make many types of improvements. We are also continuing to refine our room by room checklist to ensure everything is ready for our guests. Please come again soon!!

About the host

Hosted by Alex and Susan Croxton

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We have been married for 35 years and we love the beach. We stay in our unit frequently so we know all the details and make sure everything is in great working condition.

Why they chose this property

We bought this property because of how spacious it is, it is on the beach and it has amazing beach and ocean views.

What makes this property unique

We offer a toy closet that is stocked with beach chairs, toys, etc. This means you do not have to purchase these items or bring them with you.

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