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Pet Friendly- Spacious 2BR/2BA, ONE BLOCK TO GULF 'The Island Sun'

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Fully equipped kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top rated for families.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Gulf State Park
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Pet Friendly- Spacious 2BR/2BA, ONE BLOCK TO GULF 'The Island Sun'

Across from public beach access, approx 100 yard walk. Book your vacation rental now! Beautiful spacious beach house with 2 bedrooms furnished with king size beds in each bedroom, one bonus room with a twin bunk bed, ample closet space, 2 full baths. Maximum 5 people. Completely furnished. Large flat screen HD television in living room plus TV's in all bedrooms. Beach access across the street.(approx 1 block walk to the beach). All the amenities of staying at your own home versus being in a condo or high rise building. We don't supply beach chairs, umbrella's or towel's.
1 small pet allowed for a fee of $75.00; an additional pet may be negotiated. 1 Crate is supplied with the home in case you need to crate your pet while you are out.
Property is monitored.
Located a few blocks east of Hwy 59 and the beach road. Walking distance to Sea-N-Suds, Desoto's Restaurant, Pink Pony, the Hang Out, Mikee's Seafood, Shrimp Basket and other shops including a Dollar General. You can also walk to the Shrimp Festival held every year at Hwy 59 & the Beach Rd. Watch the fireworks from the porch for the 4th of July. 10 minute ride to the famous 'Wharf' in Orange Beach, with live entertainment, great restaurants, and a movie theater! 15 minutes to the Foley Outlet Mall. The Gulf State Park with bike trails and the longest fishing pier on the Gulf Coast (1500 feet) is less than a mile away.

Fully equipped eat in kitchen, includes all appliances, inside laundry. Towels & linens are supplied. Mr. Coffee coffee pot. Charcoal grill downstairs. Snow birds welcome! Dish satellite, local telephone service, WiFi internet and full home air purification system. Bring extra paper towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, laundry detergent, dish soap, soap, charcoal, lighter fluid, etc. We do not supply unlimited amounts of products. No beach chairs or beach towels are supplied.





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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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
1 pet is allowed. A second pet may be negotiated.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
On porch

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
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.
Maximum 5 people allowed. If your inquiry/booking is for 2/3 guests and you decide to add 1 or 2 more, you will be charged an extra fee/night/person.
Absolutely No pets on Furniture! You will be given a keyless entry code within 3 days of your arrival. Leave 1 key in lockbox in case of lost key.
Please replace the keys in lockbox upon departure.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 236208vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park, while Waterville USA and The Park at OWA are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Orange Beach Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gulf State Park Fishing Pier - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Orange Beach Beaches - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet Friendly- Spacious 2BR/2BA, ONE BLOCK TO GULF 'The Island Sun' pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Pet Friendly- Spacious 2BR/2BA, ONE BLOCK TO GULF 'The Island Sun' ?

As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet Friendly- Spacious 2BR/2BA, ONE BLOCK TO GULF 'The Island Sun' on 6 September 2026 start from NZ$556, 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.

How much is parking at Pet Friendly- Spacious 2BR/2BA, ONE BLOCK TO GULF 'The Island Sun' ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet Friendly- Spacious 2BR/2BA, ONE BLOCK TO GULF 'The Island Sun' ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet Friendly- Spacious 2BR/2BA, ONE BLOCK TO GULF 'The Island Sun' ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet Friendly- Spacious 2BR/2BA, ONE BLOCK TO GULF 'The Island Sun' located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Orange Beach Beaches and Gulf State Park Fishing Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 195 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 195 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 195 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 195 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 195 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful clean and conveniently located. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay here. I like that the street was relatively quiet but we were still close enough for everything we enjoy doing. I was surprised at the ease of the beach access and the availability to rent chairs and umbrellas there without walking a mile. I would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property! Quick easy walk to the beach, about a block and a half. Spotlessly clean and spacious, large bedrooms and kitchen with plenty of space. Comfy beds and well appointed with everything you need. The house is older but feels like a warm hug. We will definitely be back to this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was nice and in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2026
Thank you, please visit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parking was no problem. The house was very clean. No problems what so ever. Very nice place. Quiet street, walking our dog was no problem
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our stay. It's an easy walk to the beach and close to restaurants and shops. We were able to bring our two small dogs with us. The neighborhood was quiet with a mix rentals and permanent residents.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Angel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was excellent! Property was very clean but could use a few updates. Host was very responsive and our stay was great!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2026
HAPPY TO HEAR THAT THE GUESTS ENJOYED THE HOME AND AREA. WILL COMMUNICATE WITH GUESTS PRIVATELY OFF SITE ABOUT WHAT 'UPDATING' WAS REFERRING TO.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and only 2 blocks from the beach. We also enjoyed the deck.We had only one issue and it was promptly taken care of by the property manager.It was a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Carmen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Unable to see beach from the house. Restaurants advertised as walking distance were over 1 mile from the house
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2026
Thank you for the review and am sorry you could not see the beach two blocks from the home, across from the roadway; it may be advised to rent a‘condo’ on the beach in the future. Also this great located home is 4 to 6 blocks away from many, many well known restaurants. Again thank you for your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great stay very close to the beach very convenient and quiet neighborhood
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geri D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the beach theme of the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great and within walking distance of public beach access 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, spacious, quiet and close to the beach and other activities.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The communication was excellent. VERY nice owner! Great location, weather was not good, but still able to get to everything easily! House very clean and worked out great for the 2 of us and our little pup!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita C G.

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

Great Time!

Awesome location. Close to restaurants and the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth Q.

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

Quick beach get away

This property is just a short walk to the beach and many restaurants and still the area is very quiet. The property manager was quick to respond to a few questions we had, check-in was a breeze. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Easy access to the beach! House was perfect for the 2 of us, but room for many more!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

leslie b.

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

Perfect location

We enjoyed how the beach access was so close as well as walking distance to shopping & restaurants. The house was exactly as listed. We would definitely rent this property again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean and well maintained. Located close to the beach (less than a ten minute walk). We enjoyed the comfort and convenience of this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hayley a.

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

Vacation

Great Vacation rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

The residence was exceptional, located just one block from the golf of Mexico or whatever name you would like to change it to . It is in close proximity to a wide variety of dining options. The host was exceptionally easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Perfect Location!!!

Cottage was perfect size to spread out and loved having coffee on the front deck. The location was perfect for walking to the beach and stores.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

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

Home away from home

The house is great and cozy. when we walked in it felt like home away from home. It is conveniently located.The beach is close and restaurants are walking distance. The house was clean and has cable for night time relaxation. I would definitely recommend this home and we will definitely stay there in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Lots of places close to walk and drive to. House was pleasant to just sit around and do nothing. Shrimp festival was going on so streets were blocked and crowded. Only thing I would suggest is to do some maintenance to the front door so you don't have gaps to let in drafts and insects. Otherwise we had a good time and would go there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann O.

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

Lovely house, decorated well, very clean with plenty of housewares, linens and appliances.

We loved this home and look forward to renting again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rhonda Pakyz

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My family and I enjoy going to Gulf Shores; I found and bought this special spacious home. We love relaxing on the beach and getting away from it all! Although I come from one of the best restaurant cities in the US I look forward to the excellent food (especially seafood) in the area. Great food, fishing, golfing, biking and shopping all within a few hundred feet of the Gulf and its activities. Prefer weekly rentals for June & July. Please note that the manager asks that that the initial guest inquiry contain the actual number of guests to be in the home.

Why they chose this property

This location is excellent and convenient near famous Desotos Restaurant, Oyster House, The Hang Out, Bahama Bob etc. Beach access across the street. The East beach continues to Gulf State Park beach and the fishing pier. Large bedrooms with King Size beds, spacious living areas. Near Hwy. 59 & the 'T', (the beach road). Prefer weekly rentals for June & July.

What makes this property unique

Prefer weekly rentals for June & July. Completely furnished - just bring your personal belongings, relax and enjoy. Excellent location in the middle of most activities but with the privacy of a single family home. Across the street from public beach access.

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