Ocean Gulf front Luxury w/Community Pool - Relaxing Retreat, great family rental
Are you ready to escape the “hustle and bustle”? Tired of fighting the condo crowds?
Located directly on the Gulf our beachfront home - the Dolphin East, offers the vacation escape your family desires.
The home is updated every off season with fresh-bright colors, comfortable living room furniture, new 70" WiFi TV with bluetooth sound bar, comfy deck furniture, new Quartz counter tops, extra long Restoration Hardware dining table, new oven, new microwave and 2 full size fridges! (and 2 new water heaters to handle all the showers coming off the beach!)
-- all to make your vacation experience enjoyable, carefree, and fun!
We offer a unique beachfront, family oriented vacation experience (NO Spring Breakers). The only community in Fort Morgan with great beachfront and a fishing pier on Mobile Bay.
We are one side of a duplex with 5 bedrooms, 3 baths.
Breathtaking Views - Famous Sugar White Sand - Warm Breezes - Romantic Sunsets - Convenient Community Pool - Boardwalk to the Beach - Less Crowds- Privacy - Don’t forget the Dolphins, nesting Sea Turtles, Crabs, & Pelicans!
Location Specifics: The Dolphin East is nestled within the quiet Bay to Breakers community, located in Fort Morgan area of Gulf Shores, 18 miles from Hwy 59 on Rt. 180. Bay to Breakers is a low density development and an easy walk to Ft. Morgan State Park.
A community boardwalk connects the 4 beachfront duplex homes, and then runs out to the beach at the middle. So an easy 100 ft walk to the right, and then another 100 ft south down to the beach and the Gulf of Mexico.
Since 2020 Bay to Breakers has spent $400k to make our community a highly rated secret in the Gulf Shores area. Improvements include infrastructure like a newly paved road, storm drainage, 2 pools and a super nice fishing pier.
Activities:: Great Fishing (Bay or Surf) Water sports, Nature trails with bird watching, sea turtles and the famous beach mouse. Biking, Close to several plush Golf courses. Near local restaurants, bars and convenience stores. Less than 1/2 mile from Marina with boat ramps and charters, 2 miles from Civil War landmark-Fort Morgan and the Mobile ferry to Dauphin Island, 20 miles from Gulf Shore’s main shopping district and amusement/water parks 25 miles from outlet shopping malls.
First Floor - King size bedroom with comfortable linens, Direct TV & DVD. A full size bath services both the king and an additional bedroom with a Full bed over Full bunk and TV/DVD no Direct TV.
Second Floor – The Master Bedroom on the second floor has a Direct TV & DVD, master bathroom and private deck and large fish style Adirondack chairs. Additional bedrooms include one room with 2 Full Beds + DirectTV and a second bedroom with 1 king (no TV). Additional sleeping arrangements include twin size day bed found in the “Hang-Out” room with large TV for movies & Xbox games, curtain for privacy.
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Amenities
Pool
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Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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HURRICANE: No refund is given for disruption or cancelation due to Hurricanes or Bad weather. Owner licensed to sell you a CSA Travel Insurance policy
NO COLLEGE SPRING BREAKERS: Community passed an ordinance that all rentals must be to adults over 25 years of age and fines levied against violators
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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 (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Gulf Shores
Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Fort Morgan - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
Gulf State Park - 24 min drive - 37.0 km
Gulf Shores Beach - 26 min drive - 38.8 km
Getting around
Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 85 min drive
Restaurants
Sassy Bass - 10 min drive
Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - 10 min walk
Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - 5 min drive
Selah - 9 min drive
Margaritaville - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Ocean Gulf front Luxury w/Community Pool - Relaxing Retreat, great family rental have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Gulf front Luxury w/Community Pool - Relaxing Retreat, great family rental?
As of 5 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Gulf front Luxury w/Community Pool - Relaxing Retreat, great family rental on 3 May 2026 start from NZ$812, 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 Ocean Gulf front Luxury w/Community Pool - Relaxing Retreat, great family rental pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Ocean Gulf front Luxury w/Community Pool - Relaxing Retreat, great family rental?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ocean Gulf front Luxury w/Community Pool - Relaxing Retreat, great family rental?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ocean Gulf front Luxury w/Community Pool - Relaxing Retreat, great family rental?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ocean Gulf front Luxury w/Community Pool - Relaxing Retreat, great family rental located?
Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Fort Morgan is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Beach view just steps from the water. Every amenity needed for a perfect family beach vacation. Ample space in the living and dining areas. Spacious kitchen and great grilling area. Family is already talking about next year!
Absolutely amazing. The house is beautiful, the views are beautiful, everything was beautiful. Very clean and up to date. It has the best air conditioner in the south. We had 5 kids with us ranging from 1 year old to 6 years old and it was the perfect set up for them.
This home was clean, quiet, and spacious, with the dunes and beach just outside the door. We loved the screened porch and the deck for looking at the stars. The grandkids especially enjoyed the hang-out nook! We would definitely stay here again.
Great house! Well stocked and a fantastic master bedroom. We’ve stayed in many house in Fort Morgan and this one ranks right up there with the best. Highly recommend for a large family.
This property is in prime location to the beach. The property owner was friendly and responsive. The home is huge and beautiful. This was the perfect retreat for our massive family vacation. Would repeat over and over again.
Excellent home for our annual Family Week to share food, drink, sun and lots of laughter!!!
The perfect place to create memories to share!!
Fantastic home, location and beautiful beach!!
Great access to the beach and a pool to cool down in after your day on the beach!
We highly recommend a stay and Shawn was awesome! Thanks Shawn for sharing your home on the beach!!!
This house had everything we needed for our stay. Kitchen was fully equipped, plenty of beach chairs and boogie boards. Slept 13 very comfortably. Easy beach access was very nice. Pool was a little chilly for this time of year but would have been perfect if warmer outside.
Enjoyed our stay at Dolphin East. Great communication with the owner. House was roomy and comfortable for our family of eleven. Had a nice “beach” feel. Screen porch and deck were used a lot. Beach is very accessible via the boardwalk. Very beautiful location. The beach closet has lots of sand toys and chairs.
We found the beach house to be the perfect family beach house. The location was wonderful with good views of the beach. The living area accommodated our large family nicely. The kitchen, dining and living area is expansive . Kitchen aid as fully stocked with all we needed and there’s even a second refrigerator. The outdoor space is equally accommodating. You won’t go wrong booking this beach house.
Everything was nice. We really didn’t need to bring any chairs, boogie boards or sand buckets, they had everything. We even left some things to add to the collection. Our room did not have a tv, but that’s okay, it was peaceful without it. The teens tv didn’t work. Overall we had a great time, great location.
This was our second year we stayed at Dolphin East for our Annual Family Vacation. We had a blast on the beach and at the Beach House. We love the location of the house and it’s location to the beach. Awesome Gulf Front views and easy to get in and out when you’re visiting the area. Very clean, recently updated and lots of room for a family. The owner Shawn is awesome to work with and is great with communication. I highly recommend the Dolphin East for family time on the beach!! We will definitely be back for another Annual Family Vacation!!
Thanks Shawn for sharing your awesome Beach Home!!
Loved the room to spread out in the living room and kitchen in this home-plenty of seating for everyone! Kitchen is well-stocked. There is a storage closet by parking for beach toys/chairs/boogies boards (we brought our own, but there seemed to be a little of everything except umbrellas). The screened in porch and exterior deck gave plenty of room to spread out outside. Didn't encounter any problems while staying here and the host was quick to respond.
Jenny M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shasta
9 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This home was a wonderful treat four our entire family. There was plenty of room to just enjoy each others company or have some time alone. The view was beautiful. The kitchen was fully stocked and had some wonderful extras like blenders and crockpots. There were awesome thoughtful things like extra pillows, high chair, playpen, floor fans, game systems, board games, and books. Tons of beach gears was located in the storage unit for use. Shawn was wonderful with communication. Just a great family trip!! Thank you!
Our entire family truly enjoyed Dolphin East. There was something for everyone! It met all our needs: plenty of rooms, views from multiple levels, the ocean right out the back door, place for wee ones to play down stairs, room to spread out, big table for family dining and game nights, well stocked kitchen for cooking, multiple fridges, even a place for you to get a little solitude away from the bustle of a big family. My personal favorite was the master with the porch. If you don’t feel like going out to the beach, you can sit up there and still enjoy all the best parts of it without the sand. It rained on us a couple of days, but that didn’t hinder us from having a good time because there’s enough room to keep kids and grownups busy if you can’t get outside. The neighborhood was friendly and felt very safe. We love being away from the busy beach activities, but still close enough to drive there. There were plenty of restaurant options within a few minutes drive and stores for those things we forgot. The beds were comfortable, the towels were wonderful, and there were enough bathrooms for all of us without having to wait on anyone to finish- that’s important with Littles. Our grown kids enjoyed the patio seating in the early mornings and evenings while the littles played on the screened-in back porch. The host was quick with responses also. Best family vacation to date! Thanks, Dolphin East!
Great property with ocean view, short easy walk to the beach. Very well stocked kitchen , especially for a lot of people. Spacious kitchen with two refrigerators was very nice. The door that leads to downstairs doesn’t stay closed very well, along with the screen door on back porch is hard to close. Good deck chairs to enjoy the view. The balcony was big enough for storing beach gear, would be nice to have some hooks for beach towels to dry. We donated boogie boards and beach toys to add to the hug collection of beach chairs and floats. There were a few light bulbs out. Good amount of bath towels and the big washer and dryer is great! The beds are comfortable and the ceiling fans are fantastic. Could benefit from a rug outside the back door to wipe the feet a bit more. Unfortunately the floors weren’t cleaned very well and the outside decks were very sandy. The house is spacious and comfortable and would stay there again, the cleaning crew just missed the boat this time.
We rarely stay the same place twice...we stayed in the other half of this house last year and lived the location. This property did not disappoint. It's the last unit on the boardwalk so nobody walks in front of your house. There's a grill and fish cleaning table at the foot of the stairs. We LOVED the tall deck chairs and enjoyed every evening on that porch. The closet under the house was packed with chairs, toys, and everything we needed for the beach. Kitchen was exceptionally stocked with knives, pots, pans and plenty of dishes and silverware. There's a new Dollar General store about eight miles away for quick groceries and ice. The beach is steps away as is the pool. Perfect location for a family vacation. The owner was very responsive and the property was well maintained.
Loved the location! We have always loved the Fort Morgan area and the South Breakers location was awesome. Quiet beach, perfect weather, excellent boardwalk, great screened in porch, a storage closet full of beach goodies for the kids, discount from the beach rental company, upper deck with a phenomenal view, and a great television in the primary gathering area. Had a terrific time. Many thanks!
Beautiful property but a distance to find much for restaurants.. Kitchen and sitting area was awesome for gathering a large group as we were forced to play board and card games due to the awful weather. Nicely furnished and plenty of dishes ,pots and pans. Would recommend without reservation.
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful beach home! Location was perfect! Views were amazing! Home had everything we needed plus kitchen was fully stocked. Beds were comfortable. Pools were clean and a short walk from the home. The beach was very clean and not crowded, which we liked. We had plenty of room for 8 adults and 3 children. We didn’t have Wi-Fi for a couple days due to a previous storm the week before, but Shawn (owner) helped us get it up and running and he was extremely nice! It didn’t hinder any part of our stay whatsoever. Fort Morgan is the perfect area and beach if you are looking for a less crowded area. I would definitely stay here again and recommend this beautiful home!
Our group of ten had a wonderful stay! Everything was perfect just as shown in the listing. Three king-size beds for the adults, plenty of extra beds for the kids and teens. Located right on the beach and very close to the neighborhood pool. Well stocked with everything you could need. Highly recommend!
Jackie B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
About the host
Hosted by Shawn Callaway
This is my 19th year with VRBO.
I am a Board member and Treasurer of the Homeowners Association allowing me to care of any issues that renters may have, not just with the home, but also in the community.
Love to get the positive feedback from guests on how much they enjoyed the area, the house, first rate beach, and the chance to unite with friends and family.
Why they chose this property
Great "get away from it all" beach experience with friendly people and lots of activities
What makes this property unique
Close to the Fort Morgan Marina, great beach plus access to a top tier fishing pier.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests