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GULF FRONT CONDO - Spectacular Views - Sunrises & Sunsets - BOOK EARLY FOR 2026

Beachfront condo with water park and fitness centre

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Balcony View Looking Toward the East
Balcony View Looking Toward the East
Bubble-Shaped Balcony With Added Views
Balcony View Looking Down At Beach 
Ike's Beach Service Provides Rental Chairs
Balcony View Looking on the Beach 
Bubble-Shaped Balcony Gives Added Space
Balcony View Looking Directly onto the Beach (Beach was renourished Fall 2023)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

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)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

GULF FRONT CONDO - Spectacular Views - Sunrises & Sunsets - BOOK EARLY FOR 2026

Island Royale is an upscale beachfront condominium that was built in 2002. It is located directly on the beach in the heart of Gulf Shores on West Beach Boulevard. Is is a two-tone gray building with white trim and a diamond shape on the front. The condo unit is located on the FIFTH FLOOR. There is absolutely no smoking in the unit or on the balcony. Also, no pets, except by owners, are allowed. It has an oversized bubble-shaped balcony, which can be accessed from both the living area and the master bedroom. The condo has a KEYPAD entry so you do not have to keep up with keys.

The balcony has one round table, four chairs, and a cushioned lounge chair with a side table. Black-out drapes cover both sets of windows and doors. You can sleep late or open the drapes and watch the sun rise. The condo has almost 1,100 square feet with nine-foot ceilings, seven-foot doors, crown molding, granite countertops in the kitchen, and corian countertops in the bathrooms.

The condo has been completely repainted, and 20-inch porcelain tile has been installed throughout the condo. The condo is not in front of an elevator so noise is not a problem.

The living area includes a new sofa that opens into a queen-sized bed, an oversized chair, a recliner, 40-inch flat screen TV, DVD player, and CD stereo sound system. Sit on the sofa and look at the Gulf of Mexico from this fifth-floor condo or go on the balcony and watch the dolphins playing in the water. You might get lucky and see the BLUE ANGELS fly down the beach.

The master bedroom has a king-sized bed, a large dresser, 40-inch flat screen TV and blue-ray player in an armoire, two nightstands, a private full-sized bathroom, and doors leading to the balcony with a view of the Gulf. The guest bedroom has two twin beds, a large dresser, nightstand, 32-inch flat screen TV, and a connecting full-sized bathroom, which also opens to the living area. Look out the window in the guest bedroom and see the lagoon on the north side. Both bedrooms have great closet and drawer space.
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The dining area has a glass top table which seats six and a granite bar which seats three. The kitchen is complete with every large and small appliance you will need: side-by-side refrigerator with ice and water in the door, glass top stove, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, coffeepot, Keurig, blender, toaster, mixer, and electric can opener.

A wide variety of pots, pans, dishes, glassware, and other utensils are available. The kitchen has a separate pantry with lots of shelf space and even a place to put the garbage can. Also, the condo has a separate laundry room with a full-sized washer and dryer, ironing board, and iron. All linens and towels are provided. There is no daily maid service.

DIRECTIONS: From Interstate 10, take Highway 59 south. When you reach the beach, turn right on Highway 182 (West Beach Boulevard). Go approximately three-fourths of a mile, and Island Royale is on the left on the beautiful white beaches of Gulf Shores, just across the street from Ike's Beach Rental Service which is on the right.

The modern two-tone gray building has a white diamond shape on the front and an upper level parking area. You may park anywhere that is not numbered. Carts are available in the elevator area lobbies on the ground and second floors for an easy move in. Have a great vacation!! Once you get here, you will not want to leave, but you will want to come back again and again and again!!!

Keywords: Beachfront Condominium

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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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
Absolutely no smoking in unit or on balcony

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

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo 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. 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

  • 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.) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Does GULF FRONT CONDO - Spectacular Views - Sunrises & Sunsets - BOOK EARLY FOR 2026 have a pool?

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

Is GULF FRONT CONDO - Spectacular Views - Sunrises & Sunsets - BOOK EARLY FOR 2026 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at GULF FRONT CONDO - Spectacular Views - Sunrises & Sunsets - BOOK EARLY FOR 2026?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GULF FRONT CONDO - Spectacular Views - Sunrises & Sunsets - BOOK EARLY FOR 2026?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is GULF FRONT CONDO - Spectacular Views - Sunrises & Sunsets - BOOK EARLY FOR 2026 located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is within 1 mile (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

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 132 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 132 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the soft yellow walls, floral and beach decor, white furniture, just how a beach house should look. Well stocked kitchen and laundry supplies. Loved the beach front balcony with comfortable chaise. Perfect for naps!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

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

Wonderful beach visit

Great location, beautiful beach, super clean condo, great communication with owner. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

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

Beautiful condo in a great location!

The property was in a great location and Debra was extremely responsive and an amazing hostess! Will be staying here again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed was in the condo! It was a great experience! Our family of four (my husband, a 4-year-old, a three-year-old, and I) plus my mom had plenty of space! Steps from the beach, and the owners are great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great view

Convenient with easy beach access. The balcony was awesome. Great kitchen supplies too.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

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

Perfect in every way

This property is beautiful. It is a great location and the condo was extremely clean, well equipped and furnished. The owner was extremely responsive and wonderful to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Exceptional Condo!

We couldn’t have been more pleased with this property or it’s owner! It was extraordinarily clean! The kitchen was well stocked and the owner’s personal touches were much appreciated! We WILL be back! Thank you so much for your immediate correspondence!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathy & Mike H.

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

Nice beach view

Nice little condo on the Gulf! This is a middle unit in a nice quiet complex. Two bathrooms came in handy. Not a lot of “extras” but it had the basics with a nice bubble shaped balcony right on the water. Pool area looked nice, but we never used it as we spent every day in the ocean! The parking was easy and the elevators were never over crowded. Bring your own blow dryer, shampoo and laundry detergent.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Read carefully what is included in the condo. There was no Kleenex or hairdryer or light weight blanket on the beds-only sheets and the comforter. I asked about the hairdryer and the response was "not included." The kitchen had everything you'd ever need, but no hairdryer. And, most beds have sheets and a blanket of some sort to use as a coverlet instead the the bedspread.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and convenient. Hostess was awesome, excellent service and communication!
Balcony view
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elliot G.

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

Neat

Great place (condo and location) for family vacation. Debra was great to work with and is excellent in communicating!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelsie R.

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

Excellent!

We had a great week at Debra’s condo at island royale! It was perfectly located on the beach with beautiful views out the master and living room. Great communication. Easy to get to and from the beach. In walking distance from a few places, but not in the busiest part of town. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maddie M.

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

Amazing!

The property was clean, well-maintained and the perfect location for our trip! Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carman L.

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

Wonderful Condo and Wonderful Host

Condo was decorated beautifully, stocked with everything you could need and perfectly situated on the beach. Host was the best I've ever rented from. She responded to inquiries very quickly. Received parking pass and list of supplies and amenities that we would be in the unit, by mail, which made packing so much easier. Will definitely rent this property again. Great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

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

Stay

The condo was perfect and we loved the view!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Great stay

Everything went very smoothly, the property was well maintained. We enjoyed it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

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

Great location, very clean

Great location right on the beach. Close to everything in Gulf Shores. The unit was very clean. Feels very safe and family friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

min s.

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

Great view

The view was great, condo clean and roomy and had all the supplies we needed in the kitchen and bath areas. We will definitely book another stay. The owner was great to answer any questions we had and was available to reach out to us if needed. We loved the great view to have our morning coffee!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

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

Four Generations Beach Trip

6/15-24 - 6/22/24 Exceptional condo and owner! The cleanliness, decor and attention to detail of this condo is impeccable! Our seven night stay was fantastic even though the weather didn’t cooperate for several days! Relaxing in this beautiful residence made it all worthwhile. The fifth floor views are amazing! And, the proximity of the beach is awesome! Debra is the best host/owner! I promise you will not be disappointed in renting this condo! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harold W.

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

Perfect

Great location, very clean, just what we were looking for!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Great condo with awesome view

The condo was perfect for my family of four. The condo has a great view with easy access to the beach. The owner was very cordial and responsive. Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meridith H.

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

Nice getaway

Nice place to get away for a long weekend. Unit was very clean! Loved the view of the ocean!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David K.

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

Gulf-front condo for family of 4.

This condo was perfect for our family of 4. It was clean and up to date. Kitchen was well stocked with dishes/pans, small/large appliances, and utencils. Everything worked as it should. The view of the beach was great, and having part of the pool indoors was a big plus on a rainy day. Will try to book this unit again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

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

Another outstanding stay!

This is the second time we've stayed at this condo and I can't say enough good things about it. It's always clean, everything works, new appliances, and the bed is so, so comfortable. This place feels like home. The building overall is well maintained and just a great place. This is just the perfect condo for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri A.

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

Great Stay

The unit and location is a great place- Debra was super great to work with throughout the booking process also. Really enjoyed the balcony and beach time with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Debra Cross

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What makes this property unique

We live in Gulf Shores and personally clean our own condo unless we are out of town. We continuously deep clean on a regular basis. We stay in the condo when we can so we know what needs to be done in order to keep everything in tip-top shape.

Languages:

English

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