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Bayfront Vacation Home - gorgeous views and perfect for family vacation

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Kiva Dunes Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪91 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Main living area bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Bayfront Vacation Home - gorgeous views and perfect for family vacation

Enjoy the most beautiful sunsets from this quaint, private vacation home located directly on the bay!! Relax on the spacious deck and watch the birds and dolphins. There is a private pier for fishing or just soaking up the sunshine. The property is located on the Fort Morgan Peninsula away from the hustle and bustle of the main Gulf Shores tourist area yet close enough to visit all of the attractions if desired. The kitchen is equipped with appliances, cookware, and serving ware. There are 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom in the main living area of the home. There is a bonus second full utility bathroom on the ground level that is perfect for rinsing off after the beach or to easily access while fishing off the dock. The house comfortably sleeps 6 guests. Primary bedroom has a king sized bed, guest room 1 has a full sized bed, and guest room 2 has two twin beds.
Closest Gulf beach access is about 1.5 miles away. Additional beach access points with paved parking 3.5-4.1 miles away. Ft Morgan historic site and beach are 8.6 miles away. Championship golf courses and fishing charters within 10 miles. The Village Hideaway Restaurant and shops at The Beach Club Resort are directly across Hwy 180 from the property (0.2 mile).

This property is located approximately 12 miles west of Hwy 59 on AL HWY 180 in Gulf Shores, Alabama.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

* Free guest parking - up to 3 vehicles on site.

* Amenities include free WiFi, 3 smart tv's (no cable/satellite), and fully equipped kitchen, outdoor deck, private pier.

* Linens come furnished, but please bring your own beach towels.

* Guests receive a “single starter pack” of laundry detergent, dish washing detergent, one trash bag per trash can, one roll paper towels/toilet paper, and travel-sized soap per bathroom.

POLICIES

* NO Smoking.

* NO Pets.

* Must be at least 25 years old to book.

* Check-in is 4 p.m. or later (no exceptions).

* Check-out by 10 a.m. (you will be charged if you stay in the property later than 10 a.m.)

* A list of our rules and regulations is contained in our Vacation Rental Agreement, which you will agree to upon booking.

* Rates subject to change up until time of booking

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Please roll garbage cart to the highway for pickup.
Remove all personal belongings. We are not responsible for items left after departure.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Trip protection insurance is recommended.
NO DIVING from pier - shallow water.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Gulf Highlands, a neighbourhood in Gulf Shores. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fort Morgan, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Zooland Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. 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

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Fort Morgan - 15 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 25 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jesse’s On The Bay - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fort Morgan Pizza - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bayfront Vacation Home - gorgeous views and perfect for family vacation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bayfront Vacation Home - gorgeous views and perfect for family vacation?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bayfront Vacation Home - gorgeous views and perfect for family vacation?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bayfront Vacation Home - gorgeous views and perfect for family vacation located?

Located in Gulf Highlands, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Bon Secour Bay and Fort Morgan Beach. Edith Hammock and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 58 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect size house for our family, perfect location for fishing and relaxing. Will be staying here year after year!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Courtney S.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the area and the dock waking up seeing the water. The kids enjoyed exploring. The beds unfortunately were not cleaned under but an easy fix for a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home and location was perfect for our family getaway. We loved the location and simplicity of it. The pier was the highlight and we spent most of our time there, fishing, watching dolphins or just hanging out. We definitely plan to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came for the Sand in My Boots festival. Property was as described. We enjoyed fishing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elbert E.

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

Great Stay on the Bay

Great place on the bay to base your stay in the Fort Morgan/Gulf Shores area. Nice dock and covered area under the house to cookout and enjoy the evenings. Wish we had more time to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kade M.

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

Amazing time!

The property was beautiful, the pictures definitely match, the view was amazing, the location was perfect! Shonna made it super easy to check in and was very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

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

Beautiful sunsets

Beautiful sunsets, great pier and deck to sit out on, and 7 minute drive to the beach! House was very clean!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

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

Relaxing

It was a calming place to be and spend our evenings and mornings before we headed out to the beach. We woulld sit out on the porch and look at the water view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

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

"The time of my life" the viewpoint of an 11 year old

From the booking, to directions, to all the comforts of home our experience could not have been better. The property is just as described, even better. We were so pleased with our stay and are looking forward to the next time we can be down by the bay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paige E.

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

Just what was needed…

We enjoyed our vacation to the Gulf Shores. We will definitely be back. The VRBO was convenient to all necessary items, while at the same time being remote and quiet. The location allowed us to relax enjoy the water or take a short drive to catch the ferry to Dauphine Island, walk at the wildlife refuge or shop at the Wharf.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Mitchell A.

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

Great mini vacation

Great place to enjoy bay. Upstairs was very clean easy checking in. All the commodities just bring food and clothes. Checked the downstairs bathroom and bedroom kinda smelt like mildew didn't stay down there. Over all is was fun. Very tight driveway and it floods so wouldn't recommend bringing a trailer or anything large. Nearby convenient store and dollar general
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crystal K., Herrin, United States

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

Home away from home

The only issue we had was the king bedroom didn't have a remote for the tv but we made it work cause the living room tv remote worked with the bedroom tv. We enjoyed sitting on the deck listening to the waves at night it was so peaceful. My family and I have stayed at other rental houses in many different states but this house made us feel like we was at home while we was on vacation. I would stay there again. PROS- we felt like we was at home while on vacation. CONS- missing remote
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

V K H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

A sad time for us.

The location was great. but there were small roaches inside. On our arrival we got a phone call that my mother in law had dies. So we stayed one night and then had to travel home. but the coffee maker did not work that morning. I wish we could have gotten some money back or a voucher to use at another time. I understand the rules but a death should be an excuse to get some sort of a refund.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana D.

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

Loved our stay!

The property is just as it says. Very clean and I really loved how we were right off the bay, perfect morning view while you enjoy your coffee! I did get to see some dolphins on our stay as well so it was perfect! We stayed here for our spring break family getaway and we all really loved it. It pretty much has everything you need to make your breakfast, lunch or dinners, of course bring your foods lol if you’re staying for a few days definitely bring your extra essentials as it is only a a starter pack you’ll get on arrival (which thank you for that!) I know I did see a comment about the fourth room and the smell. It’s located downstairs from the house. We personally didn’t use it , it’s not like a horrible smell its just a i guess “sea life” smell which makes sense being right off the bay. This wasn’t an issue for us though we were still all able to stay in the house comfortably. I would personally recommend this location. It was great with great views and very clean. Super comfortable and we had no issues while we stayed with any tv connection or remotes. We would definitely book this place again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Christi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
There are a lot of positives but a lot of negatives. Structural concerns possible mold issues
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family Getaway

Excellent we love this house ,beds were comfortable, house was clean . Fishing was great if you like to fish this is the house for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

jessica e.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Didnt care

When we arrive to this property everything looked good except for when we opened up the refrigerator to put our food in it that we brought because we decided to rent this property because I had a full kitchen and we could save a lot of money by buying food and eating and cooking at the house we open the refrigerator and it smelled a horrible strong smell of fish rotten fish even the freezer even after we turn the ice maker on and made ice in the freezer it also smelled and tastes like fish it also made the house smell horrible throughout the whole house even after being gone for hours we ended up having to spend hundreds and hundreds of dollars in buying food which was not in the budget and eating out for every meal and snack the only thing we were able to keep in the refrigerator was a gallon of tea and a couple of drinks unless they were drinks that were not completely sealed but still then the containers and everything still smell like fish and if you opened it it made the smell worse in the house it actually made my husband gag quite a few times I made this known to the property manager and nothing was ever resolved we were refunded 200 but I feel like the almost 1,000 of food that we had to buy because we had to eat out every meal still does not make up for the inconvenience and the extra money we had to spend and the property manager was rude all she kept saying is since we chose not to use the refrigerator I don't think anyone would want to use the refrigerator we al
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florence L.

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

Beautiful & Relaxing

This is our second stay as a group but my husbands 3rd stay. Never disappoints with how beautiful the house and the view is. Even enjoyed sitting out on the deck and listening to the music from the beach club across the street. Thanks again to the owners for renting out such a beautiful place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

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

Excellent stay

The property is a little older but it was clean. My husband and I wanted a place off the grid a little and away from the noise of tourist spots. Plus he wanted to do a lot of fishing. It was the perfect choice with the private dock and in location. We would definitely look to book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Zachary and Courtney P.

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

Girls Trip 2024

It was exactly what we needed and wanted for our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Leslie B.

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

***ROACHES***

If I could give this 0 stars I would. The only pro of this house was the size and the peir. The driveway is rutted pretty bad in many spots . The houses on each side of the property are basically falling down. The one home literally has a chunk of tree that collapsed on it. (I know the property manager can't control others properties, but just something to think about since you have no other choice but to stare at the eye soars because the homes are right on top of each other. ) When we arrived at 4 to check in, as soon as we entered the home the floors were still visibly dirty (mainly sand, but still disappointing considering all renters are paying pretty ridiculous cleaning fees.) The 3 bedrooms were carpeted and stained in multiple spots. The fridge worked just enough to keep thing cool (but wait I'll tell you why you don't even want to use the fridge!) Water pressure for the shower was terrible. When I originally booked this Vrbo back in January 2023, the reviews were decent (any bad ones were mainly about the downstairs room smelling awful, which we didnt plan to use) After you book a place, why would you keep checking reviews? I should have, because they went down hill FAST. And all about cleanliness. So anyone reading this, the previous reviews from the 2023 year, they are true and in my opinion, people were being too nice in these bad reviews. This place is full of ROACHES. It shouldn't even be continued to be rented out. I noticed a few the first nig
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Misti A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Wedding

The house was a great size and plenty of space. We also had everything we could need. The house was not as clean as I’d expect (hairs on pillow, shower, misc trash on end table, etc.) and there was a roach issue. All in the kitchen and living area, crawling on the walls, floor, counters and couch. That was unsettling. Aside from that it was a nice house. Though I wouldn’t likely stay again. Thanks!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

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

Great time!

Our adult son stayed in the downstairs bedroom, I’m not sure if the smell was moldy or just the damp wood paneling, but he was happy there, the bathroom was very small downstairs so we didn’t use it for showers, just for bathroom breaks while fishing and cleaning fish (the fishing was great)! We enjoyed the views the whole time! And it was very peaceful and quiet. No complaints!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Claire S., Tallassee

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Last Minute Fort Morgan Getaway

I hesitated to rent due to the last couple of reviews in regard to cleanliness. Unfortunately, they were right. The place was cute but could have been cleaned better. The carpet needs to be replaced…it is stained up pretty bad. I had to unload the dishwasher from previous guest. That should have been handles prior to my arrival. We did not need the extra room downstairs, which is good due to the smell from that area. The view is beautiful as long as you look straight ahead. Houses on both sides of the property are dilapidated. That’s really a shame. I am one that reads EVERY SINGLE REVIEW and should know better. I would not rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

Great stay

The location was ideal for our family. Everything was as advertised. Great place.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

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