Condo

THE BEACH IS OPEN ALL YEAR! Start Planning Your Fall and Winter Vacation Today!

Beachfront condo with fitness centre and indoor pool

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Views from the balcony! Wait until you hear the Gulf of Mexico. So beautiful.
Freshly painted. November 20, 2021.
All new furniture and new pull out sofa!!! Paradise.
The picture says it all. This place is full of love. Sooooo phunnnnn!!!!! 😊
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Additional Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

THE BEACH IS OPEN ALL YEAR! Start Planning Your Fall and Winter Vacation Today!

Beautiful views of the Gulf of Mexico from our 12th Floor Balcony.

Welcome to SOPHUN Vacation Rental! We purchased this property in 2021, and have renovated it and continue to update it, which means you will enjoy a wonderful space with all new appliances, furniture, etc. and exquisite views of the beach and the tranquil gorgeous water!!!

SOPHUN is the perfect family beach vacation getaway to the spectacular and relaxing GULF SHORES, ALABAMA where LIVING and PLAYING meet effortlessly. The views are breathtaking from our comfortable and inviting Penthouse Condo.

Once you arrive, it will only take a few minutes before you are playing on the beach and splashing in the surf. Enjoy gorgeous soft white sandy beaches on the Gulf of Mexico and easy walks to close restaurants, bars, supermarkets, and shops.

Walk through the door of SOPHUN and immediately take note of the beautiful space. Our kitchen is fully equipped and there is a full size washer/dryer housed in a separate laundry room. The gulf side master bedroom/bathroom has a king size bed, large screen wall mounted TV, with all the comforts to make the space homey, with access to the large balcony overlooking the Gulf of Mexico with breathtaking views. The guest bedroom has a 2 single beds with access to a second bathroom. For extra guests, we offer a sleeper sofa in the living room. There is a dining room space and the living room is well appointed with a large flat screen wall mounted TV with a sound bar. The living room has large sliding glass doors with access to the large balcony. We are certain you will love SOPHUN!!!

The unit has free wi-if. Our guests have the convenience of parking in our designated spot in the garage. Guests may also park in any of the open spaces available. As a courtesy, we provide one parking passes complimentary for our guests. Our SOPHUN Vacation Home is fully cleaned and all linens (including comforters and blankets between each guest. Smoking in the unit or on the balcony is not allowed.

The condominium complex is amazing with an indoor and outdoor pool, hot tub, sauna/steam rooms, fitness/aerobic room, library, and a picnic grill area. There is direct access to the beach which is only steps away from the unit.

There are several eateries within walking distance including The Hangout and Pink Pony Pub. Waterparks, mini-golf/arcades as well as golf courses are just minutes away. Gulf Shores is truly a vacationers paradise! We are excited for you to stay at our property. It is our goal to make your vacation stay comfortable, convenient and most importantly FUN!

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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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 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 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 condo is on the beach. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also worth visiting.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Gulf State Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Waterville USA - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪DeSoto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does THE BEACH IS OPEN ALL YEAR! Start Planning Your Fall and Winter Vacation Today! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is THE BEACH IS OPEN ALL YEAR! Start Planning Your Fall and Winter Vacation Today! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at THE BEACH IS OPEN ALL YEAR! Start Planning Your Fall and Winter Vacation Today!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE BEACH IS OPEN ALL YEAR! Start Planning Your Fall and Winter Vacation Today!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE BEACH IS OPEN ALL YEAR! Start Planning Your Fall and Winter Vacation Today! 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 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 143 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brittney B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot/location. Very clean condo with amazing view at a reasonable price
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful! Couldn’t have gotten a better place to stay. The renters were extremely helpful and friendly. We all would love to go again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was absolutely perfect for our fall break getaway. Condo was clean, comfy, and the location was perfect. The beach was just a few steps away from our condo. We highly recommended Ike’s beach service located on the beach. We used them for our beach chairs and umbrella rentals. The price was very reasonable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was immaculate! So relaxing with wonderful balcony view of the beach! We had a wonderful time and wished we had booked a longer stay.Owners communication was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful condo! Everything was so easy from check in to check out! Such a perfect spot, located in the middle of multiple must see spots and right on the beach so you can just walk down to the beach in seconds! The host were prompt and so sweet! I would highly recommend this spot and plan to go back! Tjank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place to stay

Nice property. Close to restaurants, shopping. Right on the beach with nice balcony We have stayed here before and will be back It is perfect place for vacation. The owners were very easy to work with , made sure we had the info we needed to make our stay comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malorie M.

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

Spring break

We had a wonderful stay for our spring break
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Mom, Daughter and grands

The condo was the perfect size. It was spotless and had everything we needed for a relaxing few days at the beach. Convenient to shopping and restaurants. Thank you!
Happy 4th from the balcony
Balcony view
Grands in the pool
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene H.

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

Wonder Condo and location

We had an amazing family vacation! The condo was perfect size for my family of 3 grandkids, with very comfortable beds. You can't beat the location and the friendliest security/grounds guard I have ever seen. He interacts with all the children and just puts a smile on your face every day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth O.

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

Sophun beach vacation home

We had a wonderful time at this rental It was located within walking distance to shopping and entertainment and right on the beach. We enjoyed the large balcony in the evening and the white sandy beaches during the day. Ty and Meryl were easy to reach and quickly answered our e-mails and phone calls Will rent again when visiting the Gulf Shores .
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

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

Great place to relax by the beach!!!

Amazing! Very beautiful! Great to wake up to the sounds of the Gulf! Very clean a safe property!!!Wonderful for a family trip!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

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

Great get away.

The condo was very well appointed and comfortable. Directly located on the beach, the condo is within walking distance to restaurants and shopping. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy M.

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

Beach Stay

It was the perfect place to celebrate our anniversary weekend. The condo was clean with beautiful beach views! Looking forward to our next stay at Sophun 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

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

My overview

Clean inside and outside, nice size rooms, kitchen equipped with everything you need to cook (if you like to cook), the balcony is large and the best view of the ocean; yes, we are planning to come back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

keithb0328

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

Gulf Shores

Great unit; close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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

Gulf shores vacation

Sofa was very uncomfortable as well dining chairs were small but accommodating
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Payton K.

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

10/10 would book this place again!

The condo was very clean and inviting! It was the perfect home away from home. I recommend booking it.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah B.

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

Pre-Thanksgiving Getaway

We booked for my nephews 11th birthday. The property was probably one of the cleanest I’ve stayed in. Meryl was more than accommodating and we will 100% stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

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

Gulf Shores Vacation

Amazing location and beautiful view! Seamless check in and check out. Five star communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mona L.

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

Spring break

We had a wonderful time in Gulf Shores, staying at Merrill and Tys beautiful condo. Very clean, very spacious and very quiet. Loved every bit of it within walking distance to anything and everything. Excellent communication with Meryl and Ty.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

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

Fun Weekend

Beautiful, clean property! We had such a wonderful time and I can’t say enough great things about the property owners, Ty and Meryl! So helpful and friendly! If we are ever in Gulf Shores again, Sophun will definitely be our choice of where to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie K.

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

Birthday Weekend

We had a blast at SOPHUN. Unfortunately the pool and hot tub were closed but that is not the owners fault! We will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

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

Beach Vacation!

We had a wonderful family vacation staying at Ty & Meryl's condo. The condo is located on one of the top floors and directly overlooks the Gulf. Very clean place and the hosts were very helpful with any questions we had concerning place to go, etc. We would highly recommend this place and plenty of room for a family of 4. Thanks so much for hosting us. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Completely awesome

Our stay was wonderful. Beautiful bEach was right there and the ocean majestic. Meryl, the owner was fantastic and always Johnny on the spot with communicating with us. Thank you so much for your great hospitality and lovely condo. Will tell all my friends about it. I love Gulf Shores!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful condo with a beautiful view. Right on the beach. Down a little ways from the main drag so the beach was populated but not crowded. Enjoyed watching the sunrise and sunset and saw dolphins every morning not far off the beach. It was amazing. Could walk down to the main drag, was a little bit of a hike but doable. Lots to do in the area if you choose or just relax and enjoy the beach. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ty and Meryl

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We love the beach and the Gulf Shores is a beautiful place to visit. Soft white sands and gorgeous waters surround! Meryl has done a great job redesigning the space and picking all the furnishings, appliances, etc. She is a ballerina and an interior designer/Feng shui consultant. I am an employment lawyer. We are very excited about SOPHUN living!

Why they chose this property

When you stay there, the answer will be apparent!!! Wait till you see the beautiful Gulf of Mexico from the balcony and hear the waves in our newly renovated Penthouse 2 bedroom 2 bath condo.

What makes this property unique

Brand new appliances, furnishings, etc.

Languages:

English

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