Summer Wind – Gulf Front | Pet Friendly | Shared Pool
Summer Wind – Gulf Front | Pet Friendly | Shared Pool
Welcome to Summer Wind, a stunning gulf front beach house located on the peaceful Fort Morgan Peninsula in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Managed by Harris Vacations, this pet friendly retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and coastal charm. With four bedrooms, an additional bunk room, and three full bathrooms, Summer Wind comfortably accommodates up to thirteen guests and two dogs, making it ideal for families and group beach getaways. Guests will enjoy sweeping Gulf of Mexico views, direct beach access, and a relaxed atmosphere away from the crowds while still being within easy reach of Gulf Shores attractions.
Outdoor Living - Shared pool with complimentary heating during cooler months, shared with only three neighboring homes - Direct beach access just steps from the home - Spacious partially covered deck with comfortable seating and breathtaking gulf views - Outdoor shower for rinsing off after sandy beach days - Charcoal grills for outdoor barbecuing - Picnic table for alfresco meals overlooking the beach - Covered parking with additional gravel driveway parking
Indoor Comforts Inside, Summer Wind features a bright and open living space designed to maximize gulf views and coastal relaxation. The main floor offers an open concept living area with large windows, comfortable furnishings, and a seamless flow into the kitchen and dining space. The kitchen is beautifully appointed with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a large island with bar seating, and everything needed to prepare meals for your group. A full size washer and dryer are conveniently located on the main level. Adding to its appeal, this exceptional home was featured on HGTV’s Battle of the Beach in 2021 and remains a guest favorite.
Sleeping Arrangements - Bedroom 1 (2nd Floor): King bed, TV, private ensuite with dual vanities and walk-in tile shower - Bedroom 2 (2nd Floor): Twin bunk bed, Twin loft bed, Twin pull out bed, TV and private bathroom with tub/shower combo - Bedroom 3 (1st Floor): Queen bed, TV, shares hallway bathroom with a tub/shower combo - Bedroom 4 (1st Floor): Queen bed, Twin loft bed, TV, shares hallway bathroom - Bunk Room (1st Floor): Twin over Twin bunk bed
Whether you are sipping morning coffee on the deck, enjoying sunset views over the Gulf of Mexico, or spending carefree days on the pet friendly beaches of Fort Morgan, Summer Wind offers an unforgettable Gulf Shores vacation experience.
Need additional space? Harris Vacations proudly manages four additional vacation homes located right alongside Summer Wind, making it easy for larger groups or multiple families to stay close together while enjoying their own private spaces. Consider booking Wall Street, Wings of Eagles, Summer of 42, and Blue Oasis for the perfect group getaway on the Fort Morgan Peninsula.
Rental Age Policy We love people of all ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes. However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25. We have no exception to this policy.
RISK Guest acknowledges that beaches, bays, docks, piers, pools, and waterfront areas are inherently dangerous and assumes all related risks, known or unknown, when renting a vacation rental home. Guest agrees to exercise extreme caution at all times; for more information, see the Terms and Conditions document.
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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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Gulf Shores
Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is 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 Gulf Shores Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Fort Morgan - 11 min drive - 11.3 km
Gulf State Park - 18 min drive - 30.7 km
Gulf Shores Beach - 20 min drive - 32.8 km
Getting around
Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 81 min drive
Restaurants
Sassy Bass - 6 min drive
Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - 5 min drive
Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - 13 min walk
The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - 6 min drive
Tiki Bar @ The Beach Club - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Summer Wind – Gulf Front | Pet Friendly | Shared Pool pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Summer Wind – Gulf Front | Pet Friendly | Shared Pool?
As of 23 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Summer Wind – Gulf Front | Pet Friendly | Shared Pool on 9 August 2026 start from NZ$1,067, 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 Summer Wind – Gulf Front | Pet Friendly | Shared Pool?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Summer Wind – Gulf Front | Pet Friendly | Shared Pool?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Summer Wind – Gulf Front | Pet Friendly | Shared Pool?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Summer Wind – Gulf Front | Pet Friendly | Shared Pool located?
Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Fort Morgan Beach. Bon Secour Bay is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.
Reviews
8.4
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Harris mgrs were so helpful when the coffee pot quit. They were there with another within the hour, We had the pool and the beach pretty much to ourselves! Will def come again.
Kathy P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2025
HI Kathy, thanks for letting our team know about the coffee pot so that our team could replace it. We hope to host you again soon!
Good Afternoon Anne,
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed the property Summer Wind during your stay with us.
We look forward to hosting you again soon in the near future.
Thank you for choosing Harris Properties and letting us be a part of finding your perfect spot in the sand.
Lenetta Martin
Director of Guest Relations
We had a great week in Fort Morgan. The house was very nice and in the perfect location for relaxing and walks on the beach. We will definitely be back.
Michelle M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 January 2023
Hi Michelle, thanks for the wonderful review of Summer Wind!
Such a great place! The house is clean and well kept - great space for multiple families and kids to have privacy, but remain together… right on the beach! Bonus - we practically had the beach to ourselves! We hope to visit again in the future!
Catherine E.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 March 2023
Hi Catherine, thanks for the lovely review of Summer Wind!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Claudia Beth P.
24 April 2019
Dolphins, sunshine, sandy beach
The house is exactly as pictured. Wonderful experience! Will book again.
Claudia Beth P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Hi Beth, thank you for the 5 star review! We are so glad you had a great vacation and enjoyed the views of the dolphins! We hope to host you again, thank you for letting Harris Properties help find your perfect spot in the sand!
What a wonderful place! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property management and maintenance staff was fabulous, the location stellar and beautiful. We can’t recommend this property any higher and will certainly be back.
John C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 October 2022
Hi John, thanks for the wonderful review of Summer Wind!
We had a great weekend here! I will say the house is dated. Could probably use new flooring and maybe some new finishes but I came for the beach, and the beach was perfect. Amazing place for the price! Would probably stay again or maybe at the house near it closer to the ocean named Wall Street.
Jared T.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Hi Jared, thanks for the review! We have scheduled this house to get a renovation in the spring! We welcome you back to see the new renovations! Thanks for choosing Harris Properties!
Verified
4/10 Poor
John H.
3 January 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Visit
Poor internet and cell connection had to travel to town to log on to internet reliably. Could not get TV to work due to internet issues and complexity,
John H.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 January 2025
Hi Beth, thank you for reaching out. We are sorry the connectivity challenges y'all experienced took away from the enjoyment of the home and your stay. With the rural nature of the Fort Morgan area, we know it can be frustrating to struggle with service and signal. We do hope that we still have the chance to host you again in the future!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Amber C.
16 July 2017
The Beach Was Amazing! ❤️
The house needs some improvements. A lot of soft spots on the floors and the dryer doesn't work well. But with that being said, the house served its purpose for us. It gave us a place to sleep and eat. We spent the entire vacation at the beach, which was a short walk out the back door. We would definitely stay here again.
Amber C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Good Afternoon Amber,
We here at Harris Properties are happy to hear that you enjoyed the home Summer Wind during your stay with us.
Thank you for the great feedback about the home and that you found this home to be spacious and accommodating. We will take steps to have the issues you outlined rectified.
We look forward to hosting you and your family again soon.
Thank you for choosing Harris Properties and letting us be a part of finding your perfect spot in the sand.
Have a wonderful day!
Lenetta Martin
Director of Guest Relations
It was right on beach and a nice place. One gripe no king bed though listing says would be be available. Also only gave one roll of toilet paper per bathroom. This isn’t a massive issue but start to run out quickly when staying for a week and all stores are 25-30 minutes away. Otherwise property was nice and kids really loved the heated pool. Management was very responsive.
Joshua C.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 March 2024
Hi Josh, thanks for letting us know about the King bed, I'll get our marketing team to take a look at the site, we apologize about that! We hope to host you soon!
Archival
4/10 Poor
Catherine and Paul H.
30 January 2017
Undermaintained, underequipped, dirty carpet, worn flooring. Great location and view. Nice pool.
The location was perfect, right on the beach, with a small pool shared by 4 houses. The view and beach access were great. Not as many houses on this stretch as along other parts of the beach. Price is very attractive. But you get what you pay for. There were no clothes hangers, we had to go buy some. There were no placemats for the table. There was 1 small spoon and only 6 forks. The manual can opener fell apart when I tried to use it. The electric can opener didn't work. They replaced it promptly. The carpet is dirty and worn. The floors are in bad shape. The sheets are too short, old sheets made when mattresses were thinner. I shopped for hangars, place mats, flatware just so we could put our clothes away and eat a meal. If price and location outweigh other considerations, this is your place. But if you want comfort and nice lodgings, this is substandard. The garbage carts for all 4 houses were at the highway. We had to roll them back to the house to use. Several garbage pails at the main road had spilled garbage on the road. It took them a week to address this, so we drove past garbage every time we went in or out.
Catherine and Paul H.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2020
Good Afternoon Catherine & Paul,
We are happy to hear that you both found the location of Summer Wind to be perfect.
We apologize that there was not enough inventory there for your use and that you had to purchase certain items; however, we are happy to hear that we were able to replace the electric can opener promptly.
Thank you for providing feedback about the property as it only helps us to make improvements where they are needed.
Thank you for choosing Harris Properties and letting us be a part of finding your perfect spot in the sand.
Have a blessed day.
Lenetta Martin
Director of Guest Relations
Pros:
*Location was amazing! Loved being just steps from the beach or pool and the beach really is deserted/ private. Perfect!
*Plenty of sleeping spaces! We had 12 ( mostly kids) but had more than enough room. Could have even fit 3-4 more.
*Loved the floor plan and layout of house. It really worked. Especially with 3 separate families there.
Cons:
*The flooring is coming up and was a tripping hazard. Several of us tripped over the floor boards peeling up. Got splinters, hurt toes, etc.
* the house shakes. It’s kind of alarming. When you are on the bathroom downstairs and someone is upstairs the whole bathroom shakes and the towels, bags swing on the hooks & at night you could feel it swaying when you are laying down in the beds.
* we had a mouse upstairs. Never saw it but every morning had mouse droppings in the bathroom.
* the sewer was leaking right in front of the stairs to go into the house. It was in the process of being worked on at the end of our stay, but made the parking difficult & the smell was not very pleasant.
* the beds are not comfortable. The adults really struggled to get a good nights rest. All are full/ queen or bunks
Overall it was a good stay. But you can definitely tell the house was not built by HGTV professionals. It was definitely amateurs building it. The one next door was torn down, I’m sure it was maybe a little worse than this one.
If the floor is replaced and the beds more comfy and they fix the swaying it would be perfect.
Kristen F.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Archival
2/10 Terrible
26 October 2015
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We rented this property in October 2015. Let me start with the positive. We liked the layout of the house & the location couldn't have been more perfect. We enjoyed our stay because we were with family but there was SO much wrong with the house that I know I won't be able to fit it all in this review.
I contacted the management company upon arrival when we noticed how much was wrong. This was on a Saturday. We weren't contacted back until Tuesday. When I spoke with an employee, never once did she apologize for anything. Rather, she asked that I put it all in an e-mail so that maintenance will know what works needs done for the future. Another representative from the management company contacted me mid-week via text & again, I went into detail informing her of many issues. No response. A lot of money was spent to rent the property. Anyway, here's a list of SOME of the things we found during the week.
1.) SEVERELY rotted floorboards in downstairs bath, hallway, dining room, & kitchen (not a good feeling being nervous walking around in fear that you're going to fall thru the floor)
2.) Tack strips were exposed all over the stairway. My daughter & niece both cut their feet.
3.) TWO upstairs windows fell inwards when trying to open them
4.) Electrical outlets blew all week
5.) Downstairs light in bedroom didn't work & the fan was so unstable that we wouldn't turn it on (a globe off another bedroom fell during the day while we were gone)
7.) Upon arrival, we knew immediately that the carpet hadn't been swept, laminate tile flooring hadn't been cleaned, the love seat was covered in dirt, one of the beds had a large red stain on the side of mattress, coffee maker hadn't been cleaned, bathroom sinks were ALL disgusting, & the home smelled of urine. The first thing we did was call the management company (no answer) & then all started cleaning.
8.) Upstairs bath had no lock & the bath tub wouldn't hold water
9.) The master bedroom had no t.v. & had bare wiring exposed
10.) All vent fans in the home were completely full of dust
11.) The washing machine was very old and rusted out. It would start without the lid being closed
12.) Lamp shades were ripped as were screens
I could truly go on and on. I would hope that the owner of the house knows the condition of their home & that the company hired to manage it is not doing a satisfactory job. It's in an awesome location & has so much potential. We'll never rent from Harris Properties in the future.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Good Afternoon,
We are happy to hear that you did like the layout of the house and the location during your stay with us.
I apologize for the experience you had during your stay and that your call was not returned in a more timely manner. We strive on taking care of our guest and want our guest to have a good experience.
Since your last stay in October 2015 we have repaired and have updated this home.
Thank you for choosing Harris Properties and letting us be a part of finding your perfect spot in the sand.
Have a blessed day.
Lenetta Martin
Director of Guest Relations
Verified
8/10 Good
Barb W.
1 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Great Location, Updated House!
Just steps from the ocean, great location! The house was newly updated including the color of the house. It was bright orange in the property details, but green when we got there. It would have been nice to let us know prior to getting there, as we went past the house not realizing it was the right house. Once turned around and finding the correct property, the entry code didn't work. Luckily there was a property worker there who used his code to let us in. The updates inside the house were very nice. Updated kitchen and decor was visually impressive. The one complaint from every bedroom was how hard the beds were. I'm not sure if there was a big sale on hard beds when they updated, but they were totally uncomfortable for all. Overall, it was a great stay and far enough from all the traffic of Gulf Shores. I would recommend the house for a family gathering. One side note, I received an email from the property manager saying they left a review of me as a guest, but couldn't see it until I gave them a review. I think this is very shady way to conduct business. I really don't need a review as a guest, it doesn't affect me, as I could just make a different profile if I got a bad review. When I replied to the email about the pending review, they denied that they could even leave a guest review.
Barb W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2021
Hi Barb, the reason the house was a different color was that as you mentioned above, the house had a complete makeover and update from top to bottom! Our marketing department has taken new photos and is currently in the process of uploading them as well as the description. Each house has a sign on it with the house name for easy recognition. Just as guests have the opportunity to rate the hosts, we also rate the guest based on our experience hosting them. 98% of our guests have a five-star rating, with you being included in that percentage as a great guest! We hope this offered some clarity on some of your items mentioned above. Thanks for choosing Harris Vacation Rentals, we hope to host you again soon!
This property is deceiving by the pictures. The houses are much closer together than deThe pool is in dire need of repair - the decking around is all broken and cracked. The house is also in need of TLC. Blinds were either missing or broken, the back door does not shut properly (can be pushed open if not locked), there are multiple floor boards that are soft and can pinch your feet, there is a board on the wall above window that is popping out, kitchen is not fully equipped and does not have all items listed, carpet up stairs is filthy, couches are stained, shower liners had mold on them (Harris did drop off a new liner but we would have to put it up and did not want to touch moldy one) and lounge chairs on deck were all broken and rusted and could not be used, and we found all kinds of papers behind our dresser and a candy bag under the bed (not cleaned very well). The dish washer was broke but we did not know until we filled it with 3 days of dishes from a family of 8. They did come with a new one half way thru our vacation. But the view is absolutely beautiful. Closeness to the beach is amazing. We had a good time but this house is so worn. If not for the view we probably would have left!
Sue G.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Hi Sue, we do sincerely apologize for all of these things. I have sent this review over to the maintenance, cleaning and our operations department to address them asap. We value our guest feedback and will promptly fix all of the items listed above. We do hope that you will give us another chance and stay with Harris Properties again.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Therese C.
26 March 2019
Perfect group house!
We had such a great time on our trip and really enjoyed our stay in Summer Wind! This was our first time staying closer to Fort Morgan and we absolutely loved how quiet it was! There was plenty of room for football and wiffle ball on the beach, and the house was well stocked with what we needed!
We will definitely be coming back!
Therese C.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Hi Therese, thank you for the five star review! We are so glad you enjoyed the peace and calmness Fort Morgan provides, as it is more family oriented. We are honored you chose Harris Properties to host you and we hope you found your perfect spot in the sand!
Verified
8/10 Good
Amy B.
8 March 2019
Good place-especially if you have fur babies!
The location is perfect if you want to avoid the typical Gulf Shores crowd. There is plenty of space with beds for 10! The home is very spacious, overlooks the beach, and was perfect for our visit. We had a few issues that we made the management company aware of (the carpets needed to be cleaned, there was a strong urine smell). But we would stay again due to location and convenience with the dogs.
Amy B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Hi Amy, thank you for the review as it helps us improve our properties and we love to hear guest feedback! Thank you for communicating this issue to us, we will forward this information to maintenance. We are happy you and your fur babies found Summer Wind to be an enjoyable experience. Until next time, thank you for letting Harris Properties find your perfect spot in the sand!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth H.
28 June 2018
Summer Wind
We enjoyed our stay here! Plenty of room here. Had a small problem with the microwave over the stove but management responded quickly which we appreciated very much. Be prepared to drive a good way into town for restaurants etc.
Elizabeth H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Hello Elizabeth! Thank you for the great review. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at Summer Wind! We do apologize that you had a problem with the microwave but we are happy that we were able to resolve the issue quickly for you. Thank you for letting Harris Properties help you find your perfect spot in the sand. We hope to host you again soon!
Archival
8/10 Good
Chris V.
25 June 2017
Great Location, needs some TLC
Location, pool and overall great place except for the first floor has several "soft spots" which felt like you could fall through!! 😬
Chris V.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2020
Good Afternoon Chris,
We here at Harris Properties are happy to hear that you enjoyed the home Summer Wind during your stay with us.
Thank you for the great feedback about the home and that you found this home to be overall a great place.
I want to apologize that we were not able to make this a 5 star review for you.
In hopes that we have the opportunity to host you and your family again, we will strive to make it a 5 star vacation.
Thank you for choosing Harris Properties and letting us be a part of finding your perfect spot in the sand.
Have a wonderful day!
Lenetta Martin
Director of Guest Relations
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