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Gulf Shores Cottage near Bike Path: 6 Mi to Beach!

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Gulf Shores Vacation Rental | 4BR | 2BA | 2,000 Sq Ft | 18 Steps to Enter
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Miscellaneous
Parking | Carport (1 Vehicle) | Driveway (2 Vehicles)
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Peninsula Golf and Racquet Club
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Gulf Shores Cottage near Bike Path: 6 Mi to Beach!

Families Welcome | Walk to Peninsula Golf & Racquet Club | Screened Porch

Spectacular sunsets and serene mornings await at this waterfront vacation rental in Gulf Shores. Lounge on the sand, splash in the waves, and indulge in fresh-caught seafood with an ice-cold beverage — some moments are too good not to savor! Wrap up the day with a fan-favorite movie or a friendly game competition in the 4-bedroom, 2-bath home. What are you waiting for? Paradise is calling!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds
- Bedroom 4: 2 twin beds
- Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa

HOME HIGHLIGHTS
- Private sunset pier & water access
- Beachfront covered patio w/ seating
- Gas grill
- Smart TV & flat-screen TVs
- Books/board games
- Indoor dining table, breakfast bar
- Spacious screened porch w/ seating & dining table

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, microwave, stove/oven, dishwasher, blender, toaster
- French press & percolator coffee makers (bring your own coffee)
- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware
- Spices

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central A/C & heating, ceiling fans
- Linens & towels, trash bags & paper towels
- Washer/dryer, hangers, iron/board
- Complimentary toiletries, hair dryer

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, 18 steps required to enter

PARKING
- Carport (1 vehicle)
- Driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Easy access to fishing, paddleboarding, kayaking, sailing & boating
- 1 mile to Jeff Friend Trail & 3 miles to Pine Beach Trail
- 3 miles to Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
- 3 miles to Mobile Street Beach, 6 miles to Gulf Shores Public Beach & 10 miles to West Beach
- 4-6 miles to Jessie's on the Bay, The Coldhole & Sassy Pizza
- 5 miles to Gulf State Park & Mobile Street
- 5 miles to Rouses Market & 10 miles to Sassy Bass Market Place
- 7 miles to The Beach Club Resort & Spa
- 9 miles to Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
- 10 miles to The Wharf
- 16 miles to Fort Morgan
- 8 miles to Gulf Shores International Airport at Jack Edwards Field

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking or vaping
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story home requires 18 steps to enter

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

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 first aid kit
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 on the waterfront. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Zooland Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Peninsula Golf and Racquet Club - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 14 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 15 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Fort Morgan - 27 min drive - 31.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Original Oyster House - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf Shores Cottage near Bike Path: 6 Mi to Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gulf Shores Cottage near Bike Path: 6 Mi to Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gulf Shores Cottage near Bike Path: 6 Mi to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Shores Cottage near Bike Path: 6 Mi to Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf Shores Cottage near Bike Path: 6 Mi to Beach! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Bon Secour Bay and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 99 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 99 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 99 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 99 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 99 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

D H.

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

Great place to stay

Our family enjoyed our stay so much. I have had a lot of health issues the last 2 years so this was a much needed vacation for our family. We highly recommend Thank you very much
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was good with beautiful views of the Lagoon. Little beach area is great for launching kayaks or walking into the water.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

Great for family!

The house had plenty of room. We loved the outside porch and the little private beach area was perfect for our grandbabies. The water was shallow and they were able to build sandcastles and even saw a crab and some hermit crabs. we had a great time and would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay here. Rooms were comfy and we had plenty of space. The small lagoon area was nice. Stayed shallow for a large area. Kitchen was well supplied for cooking. We stayed over the 4th of July. We were able to see many fireworks from Gulf Shores. The pier official ones, along with private ones being set off along Little Lagoon. Overall a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Peaceful family vacation spot!

My family and I were in search of a property that we could relax and spend some quality time together and visit some family in the area that we haven’t seen in a while and this place definitely provided that! With the property being on Little Lagoon, it was off the main Gulf which was nice because it was more chill than being on the main beach area. It was very clean and we had plenty of space for everyone to spread out and hang out when we weren’t exploring the area and visiting family. I would definitely recommend this place for those wanting a peaceful place to stay close to the main beach and tourist areas but not directly in the busy areas! If we come back, we’d stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gene's Mermaid was the perfect house for our stay. We loved the location. It's conveniently close to all the things but secluded enough to be in our our own space. It was clean and comfortable. The kitchen has about everything you could need. The kids loved playing in the lagoon. It was clean and shallow -- only knee high for about 100 yards. 200 yards to get chest high. We loved our stay and hope to come back someday!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Great place to stay

Family enjoyed stay would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

My family had a wonderful time at this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Great place to stay !!

Family trip . Great location. Great house
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

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

Vacation was perfect!

We had a wonderful time and look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

Great views

Great views and relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

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

Great for kids!

Location on Little Lagoon made for a safe swimming area for the littles. Deck view is gorgeous! Kitchen well-appointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolee C.

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

Great spot

Loved this spot. Would stay again. Property is as appears in description and was very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

AUCasey

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

Nice, relaxing stay

Home was clean and looked like pictures. We enjoyed fishing from the very shallow water and catching crabs. Nice place to curl up and read a book. Neighbor was kind as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

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

Great location

My family loved the privacy of this property and that it’s right on the water. Plenty of room for the whole family!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dexter C.

A relaxing grand time

The porch is the perfect setting for family meals and time together! We always enjoy our visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Great Stay

We greatly enjoyed our stay at the Mermaid Cottage. The property is even better than the photos and floating out in the lagoon was extremely relaxing. Our toddlers had a great time looking for lizards and crabs all week.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Theresa H.

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

Relaxing stay

This was our second year renting this property. Everyone had a wonderful relaxed vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn W.

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

great week

Had a great time and will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

Ideal beach getaway

This was such a great rental for a weekend beach getaway with a few friends. The property is very close to local beaches and attractions, but provides its own little retreat on the lagoon as well. My friends and I would love to come stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Morgan M.

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

Had a great time! Nice neighbors! Great time fishing!

Great communication with the property manager!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karla C.

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

Family getaway

We loved the peaceful atmosphere of this place. Easy to relax!!! Spacious enough to be together but still have our own time by out!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

LYNDSAY C.

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

Great, cozy, safe place.

Even the neighbor was nice. He let us fish from his dock!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

joyce g.

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

Mermaid Lagoon

Absolutely perfect! Well stocked and managed!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

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

Perfect weekend

Mermaids Cottage was the best! We had a great weekend! Everything was clean and organized- perfect! We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

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