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Island Winds West 774- Walk to Hangout, beachfront

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Living area
Beachfront balcony
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Swimming pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Island Winds West 774- Walk to Hangout, beachfront

Summary:

Island Winds West 774 is situated directly on the beach in the heart of Gulf Shores and is the 2nd complex you'll see when turning onto West Beach Boulevard. This 2 BR, 2 BA condo features a washer & dryer, WIFI, fitness room, beach front pool, & separate children's pool. With a king in the master, queen and twin in BR #2, can sleep up to 7 if make use of sleeper-sofa. Walk to the Hangout! This condo is right in the middle of the action. Parking pass paid separately once to property ($50).



The Space:

Unit 774 at Island Winds West is a beach-front, 2-bedroom, 2-bath unit (820 square feet) featuring a well-equipped kitchen with both a regular drip coffee maker & Keurig, washer & dryer, WIFI, and a spacious balcony overlooking the beach. Ideally located on the 7th level, the open living area has tile floors, a couch with Ottoman, accent chair, a small table with seating for 4, plus 2 additional seats at the kitchen bar. The bedroom features a king bed, flat-screen TV, wood-plank tile flooring, and a private bathroom. The master bath has a walk-in shower. The second bedroom has a queen bed plus a twin bed and a flatscreen TV. Making use of the sofa sleeper in the living area, unit 774 can accommodate up to 7 guests.



Island Winds West is located immediately west of the of the Highway 59 and Beach Boulevard intersection, commonly referred to as the “T”. This area of Gulf Shores is a popular, family-oriented area with numerous restaurants, shopping venues, beach activities, and entertainment all within walking distance. Island Winds is the closest condominium development to The Hangout and main public beach area in Gulf Shores making it the ideal spot for your next beach vacation. This Gulf Shores condo rental is known for its proximity to the Hangout in Gulf Shores. It is only 300 yards from the Hangout restaurant and music festival. Complex amenities include beach-front pool, children’s pool, fitness room, and BBQ grill area.



Guest Access:

Guests will have access to the entirety of the condo and all of it's amenities:

AMENTIES:

Beachfront

Kiddie Pool

Heated Outdoor Pool

Fitness Room Charcoal

Charcoal Bar-B-Q Grills



The Neighborhood:

Beach Service Information



For guests who would like to rent beach chairs, umbrellas, or other beach equipment during their stay, Ike’s Beach Service provides seasonal beach setup services at Island Winds West.



Ike’s attendants are typically located directly on the beach in front of the property during the main beach season. Guests may speak with an attendant upon arrival to reserve chairs and umbrellas, or contact Ike’s directly for current availability, pricing, and setup details.



Beach Service Provider: Ike’s Beach Service

Phone: 251-948-3757

Email: rentals@ikesbeachservice.com



Beach services are offered seasonally and are subject to weather, availability, and vendor operating hours. Guests are also welcome to bring their own beach chairs and umbrellas, as long as all personal items are removed from the beach each evening in accordance with local beach rules.



Other Things to Note:

Parking pass is paid separate from the reservation at time of arrival for $50. Only one is allowed at the complex. If you have a second or third vehicle, we offer parking at our office, which is about 10 minutes from the complex, for $50.



NO SMOKING: All properties are non-smoking.



AGE RESTRICTION: Must be at least 24 years older to book. A person 24 years or older must be staying at the property for the entire duration of the booking. There will be NO refunds issued for anyone booking under false pretenses.

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About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore The Wharf. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Waterskiing, water tubing and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wade Ward Nature Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gulf State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Waterville USA - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬12 min walk

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location. Can walk to restaurants and stores. Public beach is next door with a cement walkway along the beach.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful weather, condo, great few days!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

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

Great place and awesome location!

Everything was clean and comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2025
Thank you for staying with us at our Island Winds West unit. We are so glad that you had a great beach vacation. We appreciate you mentioning the cleanliness of the condo. Thank you for highly recommending Bella Beach Properties! We look forward to your return visit. Warm regards sent from Gulf Shores, AL!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudette P.

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

Excellent vacation

Fantastic family vacation. Perfect rental unit, very clean, comfortable beds, adequate temperature control, and beautiful view would definitely want to rent this unit again.!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you, Claudette, for your wonderful feedback and 5-star review of our Island Winds West condo. Hearing that it was a "perfect rental unit, very clean, comfortable beds," and more is music to our ears. We welcome you back anytime as a repeat guest of Bella Beach Properties.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property is as advertised. Very clean, convenient to everything, and quiet/family friendly! Would recommend staying here to anyone, we will be back next time we are in town!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis B.

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

Great location

Everything about the condo was excellent. The check in process and parking pass process were easy. Thanks for a wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2024
Dennis, thank you for staying with Bella Beach Properties. We are so glad that you had a fantastic beach vacation and "everything about the condo was excellent!" I appreciate you mentioning ease of the check-in process and parking pass were easy. Thank you for highly recommending us and our condo at Island Winds West! Please keep us in mind for future trips to our area. Warm regards, The Bella Beach Team
Verified

8/10 Good

Ryan G.

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

Great location with amazing views!

This was a great location. Amazing views of the ocean and beach from the balcony. The property was clean and welcoming. Lots of places are walkable. I had to contact the property twice to send check-in information since I still hadn’t received check-in information 24hrs prior to arrival. It was supposed to be sent 3days prior to arrival. Other than the check-in issue the place was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 April 2025
We are so glad that you enjoyed our condo and its ideal location. We appreciate you mentioning the cleanliness of the space. We see that check-in instructions were received the day before arrival. They should automatically be sent 2-days prior to arrival and apologize if they were not received at that time. Please keep us in mind the next time you visit our lovely area.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jesse B.

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

Very Goid

Stay was great. VRBO added fees after I went to checkout. Fees were not added on listing when I was given total. At check in, the Ladies were ass holes about parking. I simply asked about the other location for a second vehicle, and they were very rude about it. Overall we had a great time. We have been going to Gulf Shores. Orange Beach every other week and staying in a hotel. I think we will be seeking a condo now. Place was very clean. TV confusing with all the remotes. Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience. We apologize if the front desk staff was rude. We only manage this particular unit as the HOA employs the on-site staff (security, front desk, etc) and controls the common areas (pool, parking lot, elevator, etc). We will share this with them. We are glad that you had a great beach vacation and enjoyed our condo. We appreciate you mentioning the cleanliness of the space and hope you will keep us in mind the next time you visit our lovely area.
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