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Cozy, Unique - Not your typical beach rental

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A wooden boardwalk through a natural landscape with trees and shrubs.
A kitchen with a central island, black wicker chairs, white cabinets, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.
A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by various trees and shrubs.
A covered outdoor area with a tent, surrounded by trees and shrubs.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a black stove, a microwave, and a toaster.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Fort Morgan Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪76 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

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About the area

Gulf Shores

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Gulf Highlands, a neighbourhood in Gulf Shores. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary and Billy's Seafood are also worth visiting. Kayaking, windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 20 min drive - 29.7 km
  • The Wharf - 23 min drive - 35.2 km
  • Tropic Falls at OWA - 29 min drive - 45.6 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jesse’s On The Bay - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy, Unique - Not your typical beach rental pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Cozy, Unique - Not your typical beach rental?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy, Unique - Not your typical beach rental?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy, Unique - Not your typical beach rental?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy, Unique - Not your typical beach rental located?

Located in Gulf Highlands, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour Bay. Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Kiva Dunes Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was as described, fully functional, good location (10 min walk to the beach). Really enjoyed screened back porch and the crow nest at sunset.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun 2026
So glad you enjoyed our little slice of heaven! Welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is a hidden gem! Our family enjoyed this homely home with extremely hospitable guest. The response time from our host was very quick and the home was well stocked for good ole home cooked dinners. The beds and bathrooms were very neat and well stocked. Wi-Fi here works great too! We would love to re-rent in the future. Thanks again for the wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience

Property was perfect for a family vacation
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2023
So glad you enjoyed your time at the beach!!! Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing vacation

This place was amazing. The host was excellent and always responded through the whole process. Would definitely recommend going here for you beach vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2024
Must have missed this! You are welcome back anytime!!! Great guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and a very clean and inviting and comfortable property. We enjoyed our stay. Communication with host was excellent. Be careful on the boardwalk that you use to get through the property to the beach area; needs repair. Also, note there were no tissues, plastic bags, plastic wrap or foil available.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful place to stay!

We loved our stay at this wonderful house. We loved the private feel with the trees all around the house. No problems at all, and the host was always quick to answer any questions we had. We will definitely be making a return trip to this wonderful house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2024
You were wonderful guests! Come back anytime!!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome family beach house

This house was a wonderful place for our family to spend the week. We enjoyed the seclusion and coziness of the home, and spent many hours on the screened in porch. Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jun 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay at the beach! You and your family were fantastic guest, and we would love to host you again, and definitely recommend you to other hosts!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

last minute getaway

nice love the neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2024
Come back and play and stay anytime!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable!!!

We had a fabulous time at this beach house! The beds were comfortable, kitchen well stocked, and the neighborhood was quiet. Short walk to the beach and we loved the private setting of the house. We used the back porch every day! I would recommend this place and would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay and we would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Beach Cottage Getaway!

Driftwood Cottage was exactly what we were looking for with privacy and close proximity to the beach. Pictures of the house were very accurate of the home furnishings and condition. The cottage was very clean, accommodating and home-y We very much enjoyed our stay and hope to return. Communication with Stephanie was excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay!!! I would happily host you anytime!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Deceiving listing/bad odor/outdated

Our first impression walking in to the house was the horrible and strong stench of mold/mildew. It was worse in the downstairs room. The house is not secluded but rather overgrown. You can see neighbors on all sides. Much of the house needs updating and it had an active water leak. The best part of the house was that it had what seemed to be a good AC unit that kept the house plenty cool. I was very disappointed as I felt like this location costs us more than our usual places we stay in Florida. I don’t think we will stay in this area ever again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2024
Lori, We found a slow leak from the dishwasher that didn't show itself until there was a small leak coming from the exterior of the house. The insulation behind the dishwasher was wet and had mildew which was the cause of the smell. This issue has been remedied and the owner was just staying at the house and said all work and smells had been resolved.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceptional Service Amidst Unexpected Circumstances

My wife and I were looking forward to our beach vacation until an unexpected health concern with my father forced us to cancel our plans. What could have been a frustrating experience turned into a testament of our hosts' extraordinary service. Our hosts displayed exemplary understanding and professionalism, providing us with a generous refund given our circumstances. Their swift and compassionate response eased our difficulties during this challenging period. Even without experiencing the property firsthand, we can confidently recommend this beach rental for its exceptional hosts. Their kindness and empathy have left an indelible impression on us, and we are certain future guests will enjoy not just the property but also the outstanding service. We eagerly anticipate booking this beautiful beach rental again when circumstances permit. Thank you for your understanding and for turning an unfortunate situation into a display of genuine human kindness.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2024
Thank you for your kind words! I hope you are well and can make a trip to the beach soon!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The couches smelled of cat urine pretty bad and things were covered in cat hair. Also be very careful bringing kids because the railing boards are rotted and disconnected. The ladder to the crows nest is disconnected and could cause you to fall a good 10 feet, so we couldn't use it. There is a rusty hooking sticking out of one of the doors on the screened in patio. There is no ocean view like in the pics because they built massive houses in the way and pics were never updated. Not at all what we expected. The host is very very nice and seems to be an outstanding person, but the property does no match by far.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun 2026
So glad you enjoyed your visit to Driftwood Cottage and Fort Morgan Beach! Come back soon!
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