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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Loft

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Hall Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Bath

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Stair

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Villa, Boat, Infinity Pool, Private Beach, Kayak with Dolphins!

You have found Osprey Villa!

The most unique vacation villa available on the American Riviera, and one of the most sought after properties on VRBO!

See more at OspreyEstate . Com !

Osprey Villa is your get-a-way opportunity on the Gulf Coast. Incredibly, although somewhat secluded, this property is only 15 minutes away from the crowds, if thats what you need.

NO crowds and NO traffic.

If you're tired of vacationing in a shoebox, packed into a big building with a bunch of people you don't know, or stacked next door to people that are not with you, then you might like Osprey.

Osprey Villa is maintained and cared for to the highest of standards, and those who know and enjoy the difference will appreciate our unique home. This is an extraordinary piece of real estate, unlike anything in this area, and is fully equipped for a unique and relaxing vacation.

Osprey Villa is not fancy. It's not pretentious. Its relaxing, comfortable, and has amenities that you simply will not find in most places.

Interesting and unique features and amenities:

OUTSIDE

Private Beach

Highly Custom Stone Saltwater Pool

Swings

Kayaks

Canoe

Bicycles

Outside Shower

Fire Pits

Fire Bowl

Picnic Table

Patio Table

Piers

Boat Dock

Covered Lanai

Cooking Cabana

Outdoor Loungers

Gas Grill

Park Style Wood Grill



INSIDE

View from Every Room

Coffee Bar featuring Nespresso, Keurig, French Press, Mr. Coffee, Frother, Grinder.

Loft Library and Games

Pool Table

Massive TVs

Chef's Kitchen


Most don't want to leave Osprey Villa when they get here. But if you want to venture out, you are a short drive to Owa Amusement Park and Water Park, The Wharf, where you'll find all kinds of restaurants, bars, shops, Rave theater, and a world class amphitheater featuring the top entertainment. Also within a short drive is the World famous LuLu's (famous because LuLu is Jimmy Buffet's sister and he sometimes shows up at the restaurant unannounced!), Tacky Jacks, or Acme Oyster House.. The beautiful Soldiers Creek Golf Club is only a five minute drive to the North. The infamous Pirates Cove is 4 miles away (best 'dive' bar and hamburger joint on the Coast).

Want to shop? The largest outlet mall in the South is only 15 minutes away.

Don't miss the Legends show.... highly recommended. Straight out of Vegas.

And yes, a large pontoon boat is on site and experienced boaters are welcome to use it for a daily fee! The boat is great for sightseeing, sun tanning, exploring, fishing...!

A green thumb lives here..... Something you won't find at most vacation rentals....Trees! Osprey Estate has literally thousands of trees and plants! Palms, live oaks, magnolias, river burch, cypress, red oaks, oleanders, bananas, loblolly pines, redbuds, azaleas, lemons, satsumas, peach.... goes on and on - we've catalogued over 10,000 individual plants, and nearly 100 species.

I know all of this 'sounds' really great. But possibly the best feature Osprey Villa has to offer is the lack of noise. What you are likely to hear: Osprey (fishing hawks), pelicans, ducks, geese, a dog bark now and then, dolphins, speckle trout, the occasional fishing boat or dolphin tour boat, the occasional cigarette boat making a high speed run in the Intercoastal, crabs (jk), the pool dribbling over the infinity edge, the breeze blowing through the palms, or maybe some Bob Marley tunes coming from your Cabana.

What you are NOT likely to hear: Traffic, crowds, announcements, elevator dings, horns, sirens, people complaining, or annoying people (unless you bring 'em....and PLEASE don't bring annoying people to our paradise)....

Osprey Villa is very easy to get to. The Villa is located approximately 40 minutes from Pensacola Airport, and little over one hour from the Mobile Airport. Drive times are approximately four hours from Birmingham, five hours from Atlanta, nine hours from Dallas / Houston / Nashville.

Grocery service is available :-) For a fee, you can have the pantry and refrigerator stocked before you arrive. Just send us your shopping list. . We can also assist with catering for your parties, and helicopter tours or hot air balloon rides over the beautiful American Riviera. We can also assist with fishing trips...anything from a back bay trip, to a bottom fishing trip, to a super lux tuna or marlin trip. Just ask. We are life long residents and we can help you with just about anything.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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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
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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

Elberta

Located in Elberta, this villa is near theme parks and on the waterfront. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider The Gulf Bowl and Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Elberta, AL

What's nearby

  • Bamahenge - 10 min drive - 5.3 km
  • County Road 95 Park - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Soldiers Creek Golf Club - 14 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Barber Marina - 15 min drive - 7.8 km
  • The Park at OWA - 23 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Macho Taco Bar & Grill - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Villaggio Grille - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪The Southern Grind Coffee House - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪GTs On The Bay - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Doc's Seafood Shack & Oyster Bar - ‬36 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Villa, Boat, Infinity Pool, Private Beach, Kayak with Dolphins! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Villa, Boat, Infinity Pool, Private Beach, Kayak with Dolphins!?

As of 29 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Villa, Boat, Infinity Pool, Private Beach, Kayak with Dolphins! on 30 March 2026 start from NZ$2,088, 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 Private Villa, Boat, Infinity Pool, Private Beach, Kayak with Dolphins! pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Private Villa, Boat, Infinity Pool, Private Beach, Kayak with Dolphins!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Villa, Boat, Infinity Pool, Private Beach, Kayak with Dolphins!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Villa, Boat, Infinity Pool, Private Beach, Kayak with Dolphins!?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Private Villa, Boat, Infinity Pool, Private Beach, Kayak with Dolphins! located?

This family-friendly Elberta villa is located on the waterfront, 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Bamahenge, and within 6 mi (10 km) of County Road 95 Park and Soldiers Creek Golf Club. The Park at OWA and The Gulf Bowl are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

leah w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Like a resort tucked away, close to home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cynthia p.

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

Heaven

This place is perfect. The owner was very helpful. The house was spacious, well equipped and just perfect. We will come back
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

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

Beautiful Oasis

Property is awesome and just as listed. Stacey is a fantastic host, quick with communication and help to get bonfire started! Would have loved to stay longer!! Loved this property!!❤️❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William D.

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

Family

This was a beautiful and perfect place to stay for our family celebrating several occasions. It was spacious, clean and a beautiful setting. A perfect setup for kids to play at the pool, beach and fish off the dock. The property manager and the owner were very responsive for any needs! We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

AMAZING

The property is absolutely stunning. My family loved it! Stacy was very helpful and made everything perfect! We loved seeing the dolphins swim in the bay. The infinity pool is gorgeous! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda D.

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

Got back our sanity

It was a wonderful weekend, quiet and yet lots of things for all ages to keep as busy as you wanted. Beautiful house and pool, just what the "Dr. ordered" for a great long weekend. Did not even have to get in our cars once during stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bailey w.

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

Perfect getaway

I couldn’t have imagined a better week away with my family. This property is like none I’ve seen before. We enjoyed soaking it all in, swimming in the pool and exploring the property. Our kids especially enjoyed the swings, pool and seeing lizards, frogs, crabs, dolphins and 2 friendly cats. Stacey was a wonderful host!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mollie B.

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

Feels Like Your Own Private Island

Osprey Villa was a gorgeous rental house. We loved every minute of it. The host was easily accessible and answered our questions via text very timely. We loved the views, the amenities that were offered (including bikes, kayaks, pool table and infinity pool over looking the bay, private beach). It was about a 30 minute, very easy, drive to the public beach and more action and dining. We loved having our privacy. Highly, HIGHLY, recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy F.

An amazing place to stay

We loved, loved our stay at Osprey Villa! It is the perfect combination of peaceful relaxation with a lot to do. The house & grounds are absolutely beautiful, and we enjoyed bikes, kayaks, pool, boat, etc. Thank you for leaving the crab trap for us- loved crabbing & fishing! We canoed & kayaked with dolphin twice- amazing. The outdoor screened in cabana became the kids’ cafe where they made meals for us. Great hangout spot. We will return and definitely recommend it to others. Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

A place all to yourself

This property is tucked away from the Hussle and bustle of day to day life. The pool from the infinity pool was amazing. The house was open concept and very clean. Within a half hour to beaches bars and restaurants. Some friendly neighborhood cats might visit! The owner lives next door but you wouldn't know it. Everyone keeps to themselves. He was very responsive when needed though. All in all we would rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqulyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but with all the pictures we took on this vacation, it still is just not enough to convey the absolute beauty of this property. Driving in past ponds with fountains, ducks waddling by, flowers everywhere lining brick paths and towering trees with swings. Opening the door to the house itself felt like coming home..but walking out to the back patio was magic. The pools edge blends into the water of the bay and walking down to your own private beach was perfect. We watched dolphins daily, played Marco polo for hours, caught and released blue crabs, kayaked sunsets and sunrises. There were even kittens!! Everything was beyond perfect. None of us wanted to leave! The house was stocked with anything we could have wanted along with super comfy beds, linens, towels etc. We will absolutely be going back!! This trip gave both us and our two girls (6 & 11), core memories that will last us a life time!! Cant say enough. Thank you so much for having us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gayle F.

Beautiful property with the perfect mix of plenty to do yet perfect for relaxing. :)

Could not ask for a better first impression! Upon arrival, we were greeted with personal touches of fresh florals in arrangements that were obviously collected from the super lush gardens on property. (Not to mention fresh farm eggs in the fridge!) Just lovely! We had so much fun just getting to know the home and enjoying the surroundings. We played pool, board games, card games, watched Netflix, read books, went kayaking, boating and fishing on the pontoon, played basketball, sat in hammocks, grilled out AND just sat and soaked in the quiet and amazing beauty of the waterfront property. We had everything we needed and it was truly the best of both worlds...everything to do and nothing to worry about. The beds were comfy, linens nice, property was clean and well cared for. Furnishings were stunning and fashionable. All appliances and cookware were right there. The outdoor cabana was charming and allowed for chilling and grilling. The pool offered beautiful views (our cool weather wasn't conducive to swimming but our grown children did get in a few times.) This is truly a place to reconnect and unplug from pressures. What a haven. Thank you to the Ryles family for hosting us at such a stunning home. We loved every little thing about your wonderful place.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan B.

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

Beautiful Property

Beautiful property with everything you see in the photos. I liked the cleanliness of the place and how quiet and private the location is. The owner is great and very helpful. Easy access to the south shore beach and grocery store about 20 min away. Overall we had a great experience and will definitely go back someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Nice private getaway - host (Stacey) is awesome

We loved staying at this property. The home is spacious, the area is quiet and private, and Stacey, the host, went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed our time. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Great place to chill out without the busy of the beach crowds

Everything was great. Pool needs attention with broken tiles and the endless pool feature being broken. All in all, it was a great vacation area. If you have watercraft, this is the perfect place
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cynthia p.

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

Magnificent home. We’ll set up for all of our needs

Beautiful house. Pool- soooo nice. The fire pit and picnic table next to the water was a lovely place to hang out. The property manager was so friendly and quick to answer questions. It was a dream vacation for me and my famiily
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

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

Relaxing Vacation Away From Crowds

We had a great week at Osprey Villa. This was our first time renting a property and our host was very responsive to our requests and questions. The home was very much as described online, no real surprises, with a peaceful, serene setting. Enough space that our teenage granddaughters could get away from us as often as they wished. We saw dolphins every day except Saturday (maybe they take weekends off). One of my favorite aspects of the trip was that I was completely unaware that we were in the vicinity of a crowded tourist destination until we drove into Gulf Shores for dinner or a visit to that beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David J.

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

Very peaceful

Enjoyed this peaceful home. Was nice to have a boat dock to fish from and use our boat to go to orange beach
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer M.

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

We enjoyed a super relaxing week, in a very peaceful location. Beautiful view of the bay.

Our family enjoyed a much needed peaceful and relaxing week here. Beautiful view of the bay, where we saw dolphin early in the morning. We also saw several of them when we took the pontoon out for an adventure in the bay. Some of our family enjoyed using the kayaks and bikes. Our fur babies enjoyed the nice yard and swimming in the bay. It was nice to be away from the crowds and enjoy the quiet, yet you could be shopping or eating in about 20 minutes. Family had a great fishing trip the owner had suggested as well. We met the owner while there. Super nice and easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashish R.

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

The perfect getaway

We had the most wonderful time on Stacy’s gorgeous property, and no details were lacking. The home was spacious, decorated in a beautiful modern aesthetic, and so clean!! Both bathrooms were fit with rain showers, so each day felt like a relaxing spa day. We explored the inlet and the Gulf by pontoon a few times and enjoyed watching the dolphins jumping, while chilling in the beautiful infinity pool. The bonfire was simply amazing and made for yummy s’mores! It was a bit windy and rainy during our stay, so we couldn’t go kayaking, but we will definitely be back in the future. Having Stacy right next door meant that he was always willing to get things ready for us to have an amazing time. Extra special touches: asking us about the ages of our family members and then providing appropriately sized bicycles for each of us; offering to pre-stock the home with groceries; building our bonfire and getting the pontoon loaded and unloaded for us. The house was equipped with all the amenities a family could need-beautiful kitchen, laundry machines, sleeping arrangements for 10-12, wifi, and so much more! It’s also a perfect location for a girls’ weekend or guys’ weekend. Thank you, Stacy, for making sure we had such a relaxing and fun getaway. We highly recommend your property and will be back ourselves!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

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

Great stay that’s just a little bit out-of-the-way

Great stay that’s just a little bit out-of-the-way This place is a hidden gem. The grounds and the view are priceless.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danika F.

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

Amazing

As shown in the picture this is an amazing property! Excellent view amazing pool! Owner was very attentive and nice! Everything was so much more in person than in the pictures... perfect place to get away and have fun with your family and friends. I just want to thank the owner for everything and I will be back soon 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Lovely and peaceful

Great place for quiet, beautiful views and social distancing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne W.

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

Relaxation

I have never rented a vacation home before this trip. I dealt directly with the property owner and the entire process was stress free from check-in to check-out. He had a short and easy to read guidebook which was extremely helpful. The home was amazing in that it was peaceful and comfortable. My girlfriend and I really needed a trip like this. The only problem was we did not want to leave. Fantastic trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Osprey review

The property (landscape) was nice. Very clean. Private location. interior was not as luxurious as described or the price would demand. There are much better values in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by Stacey Ryals

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What makes this property unique

Like a private resort full of nature and scenery, but without the tourists and traffic.

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