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2 Blocks to the Beach! Overlooking Gulf State Park

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Living area
Interior
Private kitchen
Room
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Your private spa moment
    A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Gulf State Park
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 (Bunk bed- Twin over Full)

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

2 Blocks to the Beach! Overlooking Gulf State Park

The emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico await you at "Isla Esmeralda". You'll be 2 blocks from Gulf Shores Public Beach, yet you'll feel like you're in your own tropical oasis. The home borders expansive marshlands of Gulf Shores State Park with views as scenic and relaxing as the beach itself. Super convenient to all the bars/restaurants/shopping that Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have to offer. If you're looking for a unique Island experience you've come to the right place! ** RV electrical **

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3343820vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores is home to this holiday home. The Wharf and Tanger Outlet Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Waterville USA and The Park at OWA. Shrimpy's Grill and Golf and Zooland Mini Golf are also worth visiting.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Orange Beach Beaches - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Gulf State Park Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 Blocks to the Beach! Overlooking Gulf State Park pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at 2 Blocks to the Beach! Overlooking Gulf State Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 Blocks to the Beach! Overlooking Gulf State Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 Blocks to the Beach! Overlooking Gulf State Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2 Blocks to the Beach! Overlooking Gulf State Park located?

Situated in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Orange Beach Beaches and Gulf State Park Fishing Pier are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wes was fantastic—very responsive. House good for pets. Very clean and spacious. Master bathroom is wonderful. Large soaking tub. Well equipped kitchen. Loved it!
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for us and our dog. Host had started our stay with a bottle of wine on the counter. Perfect location.Very dog friendly neighborhood. Easy access to the beach and many restaurants we could walk to. Quite at night. We will come back.
Stayed 32 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 February 2026
You were an incredible guest, Paula! Thank you so much for the kind words.
Verified

8/10 Good

Samantha N.

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

Lovely house in an amazing location

The house was beautiful and in an amazing location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I stayed for the entire month of November with our 2 dogs. The property is in a neighborhood setting that is convenient to the beach, the state park, restaurants, and shopping. Easy access to sidewalks and park trails for dog walking. The house is very spacious (note that only the master bedroom is on the main floor-the other 2 bedrooms are on the second level with the 2nd full bath) and also very clean and well-kept. The host also provides a lot of extras not normally offered: laundry and dish detergent, shampoo, body wash, and even coffee! Communication was quick and the host was friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay here again and recommend to anyone.
Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

Perf

Amazing house. Clean and well taken care of. Stocked kitchen. Everything you could ask for. Property owners took care of us from the strart. Allowing us to check in 2 hours early. We will be back!!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2025
Thank you for the kind words, Steve. It was our honor to host you. Means the world to us that you had a great stay. Safe travels!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terrica M.

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

Summer Vacay 2024

Very beautiful home! Very spacious! We traveled with our adult kids! Great location! Our host responded to questions promptly. Website very accurate! Only complaint was neighbor next door starting mowing grass while we was out grilling.. kind of killed the vibe!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2024
Thanks for coming down Terrica! You were awesome guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manda H.

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

Beautiful stay

The house was clean, beautifully decorated, and conveniently located near the beach. We had everything we needed in the kitchen and plenty of beach toys to enjoy. It was so relaxing hanging out on the deck and we enjoyed spending time together after a fun day at the beach. One of the best rentals we’ve had. When we arrived one A/C wasn’t fully functioning. The owner responded quickly and tried to get it addressed that same night but it was late. The repair man arrived promptly at 8am the next morning. Everything about our stay was wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Fourth of July Stay

Everything was good, except we didnt get our code to get in til 4:15 and was suppose to get it by 3 and we had to call a vrbo person and they couldn't get ahold to owner for about 45 minutes and we had to stay on the phone with him but we enjoyed it after we got in, the only thing i could saybad was there was still sand everywhere on the floor from the last people and i guess the floor wasnt swept good, over all i would stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald R H.

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

First vacation with three generations

We love Gulf Shores and everything about it. Because of that, our son and his family wanted to experience the area with us. We needed a place to accommodate the two of us and his family for vacation. It was our first time using Vrbo. This place did not disappoint and was exactly as advertised. It felt luxurious. There was plenty of room for us all along with separate areas to unwind. When hurricane Helene happened and concerns about the upcoming hurricane Milton, I reached out to the host and he responded promptly about the conditions there. He was even willing to keep us updated about the upcoming weather and the possibility of it changing directions. Overall it was a wonderful stay and we would certainly do it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany A.

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

Perfect Beach Getaway!

The house was very clean, spacious, and felt incredibly welcoming from the moment we arrived. It was well-stocked with everything we needed—kitchen and bathrooms included shampoo, conditioner, body wash, cookware, and appliances. The extra touches—like the beach chairs, tent, toys, and cart—were incredibly helpful and saved us time and money.It's just two blocks from the beach, which made for a quick and easy walk, and it's conveniently close to great restaurants (we recommend The Hangout and Subliner Diner). The location was ideal—close to the beach, activities, and shops, but tucked away in a quiet neighborhood that made for restful nights.The beds were very comfortable, and the primary shower was amazing. We appreciated having a washer and dryer available—it helped us pack lighter and go home with clean clothes. There were also games provided, which would be great for families or rainy days (though we didn’t end up using them).We did experience a temporary issue with the keypad, but the owners responded quickly and got everything sorted right away. Excellent communication!Highly recommend this home for a relaxing and comfortable Gulf Shores vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F.

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

Family vacation

We had a great stay in this beach house. There were six adults and our small dogs. Everything in the house is updated. They have plenty of beach toys, some umbrellas, chairs, and a wagon that you can easily walk to the beach. It’s about two blocks to the beach, and the path to the sand is hard enough you can still wheel the wagon or a cooler over it. There’s a water hose and an outdoor shower to rinse before coming in. The one issue we ran into was the amount of stickers/burrs in the yard. Some of them were easy to get out, but others were more difficult and painful. If you bring your dog, perhaps consider some doggy shoes.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family really loved staying here! It was very clean and the host went out of their way to make sure we had everything we’d need while staying. It was also a very easy walk to the beach. There are a lot of places to eat that are also in walking distance. Definitely one of our favorite places and we hope to book again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026

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