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Luxury Beachfront Home with Extra Large Deck; Sleeps up to 20!

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Beach
Private kitchen
Dining
Private kitchen
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 20307 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Popular LocationFort Morgan Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBon Secour National Wildlife Refuge7 min walk
  • Popular LocationKiva Dunes Golf Course4 min drive
  • AirportPensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)83 min drive

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Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Bunk Beds

Sleeper Sofa in Great Room

1 Double Futon

Sleeper Sofa in Upstairs Loft

1 Double Futon

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Luxury Beachfront Home with Extra Large Deck; Sleeps up to 20!

In December 2019, we finished a 2 month-long renovation of this beautiful home. So if you've looked before - please look again! This house now has 4 KING bedrooms and 1 BUNK Room that sleeps up to 8 children. New tile flooring, new paint, new mattresses and more! Pictures coming on 1/11/2020

The Great Room – which is incredibly spacious and inviting - has a huge leather couch; love seat and very comfortable recliners. It’s a great place to congregate, after a day in the sun, in front of the large flat-screen Smart TV. A Blu-Ray Player and DVD Player are provided for your use. Board and card games are also provided.

The Kitchen is huge and readily accommodates a number of cooks (or helpers). Two Refrigerators (one housed in the Laundry Room); an ice machine, which makes 35 pounds of ice per day; dishwasher; stove/oven and microwave are provided; as well as every imaginable small kitchen appliance. The Kitchen is fully stocked with dishes, glassware, mixing bowls, pots and pans and silverware.

The round dining table comfortably seats 6; with seating for another 6 at the Kitchen island bar; and another 6 at the unique dolphin table. For outdoor dining, a teak table, that seats 8, is conveniently located on the Deck, right outside the Great Room door. A large gas griddle is a great place to cook up burgers, hotdogs, steaks or even pancakes! A charcoal grill is also provided, under the house, as well as a picnic table.

A large Master King Suite is conveniently located just steps away from the Great Room and has amazing views to the east and towards the beach. The Master Bath has a fabulous jetted tub; separate shower, long single vanity and walk-in closet.

The second Master King Suite is located on the top floor and has direct access to the Balcony, through French doors. The Balcony is a great place to drink your morning coffee; or talk late into the night with family and friends. The Master Bath is massive and also has a jetted tub, separate shower, and long double vanity, and walk in closet.

Two additional King Bedrooms: one located on the main floor, and the one upstairs has direct Balcony access through French doors. Both bedrooms have closets and flat-screen Smart TVs. The downstairs King room has access to a full bathroom in the hallway, with a shower/tub combo. The King room upstairs shares a hall bathroom, also with a shower/tub combo, with the Bunk Room.

A brand new Bunk Room is located upstairs, with two Full size Bunk Beds - top and bottom, which can accomodate up to 8 children. This room also has a flat screen Smart TV and a closet.

The upstairs Loft is a great conversation area, game area or place for kids to hang out. A Smart TV allows the young or young-at-heart to play most gaming systems or simply catch up on your favorite shows. Plenty of games and puzzles located in the cabinet and in the downstairs entertainment center. A folding table and chairs are stored in the Bunk Room and can be used for board games or puzzles!

There is a Queen Sleeper Sofa in the Loft and another one in the Great Room. For your reading enjoyment, a massive collection of books are on the bookshelves. “Take one, leave one” is all we ask.

A full size Washer and Dryer are located in the Laundry Room. Towels, wash cloths, beach towels, linens, pillows and comforters are provided for no additional fee. A second refrigerator is located in the Laundry Room.

The large Deck is a great place for sunning, playing or catching up with family and friends. Beach toys galore, including sandcastle-making tools, Frisbees, noodles, boogie boards and more are provided for the young and young-at-heart! Feel free to take our lounge chairs with you to the beach each day; but please bring them back each evening, as summer is Sea Turtle Nesting Season and when those mommas come ashore at night, they can get tangled in stuff left behind. May through August – for no additional charge - our guests are provided a 10’ X 20’ Beach Canopy that is professionally installed and maintained.

The Sand Dune Walkover is conveniently attached to the Deck and allows you and your gear to get down to the beach with little effort. Part way down, a seating area, is the perfect place to watch the sun rise or set. Plan to spend at least one early morning enjoying the ever-changing colorful sunrise. Every 90 seconds a different color palette and pattern appear.

Two fabulous community swimming pools and two incredible tennis courts, are all within walking distance of our beach house and are securely passcode protected.

So if you’re planning to “Beach Bum” it all week, or want daily adventures by land or by sea, Susan’s Sand Castle I, is the perfect place to be! Contact us now to find out when your group can have your next beach adventure!

May through mid-August, Bookings must be Saturday to Saturday. Thanksgiving and Christmas Weeks have the same Saturday to Saturday Requirements. Other than that, there is a 4 night minimum, with flexibility for days of the week for Check-In.

This beach house is perfect for Family Reunions; Vacations with Family/Friends; Weddings; Corporate Retreats; Girfriend Get-Aways; Guys Deep Sea Fishing Week; and more! Snowbirds are welcome to contact us about renting by the month. There is a $1,500.00 surcharge for weddings/events.

We have two other beachfront luxury homes: one located in the Morgantown sub-division and the other, three miles closer to Ft Morgan. Check out those VRBO listings at #1068738 for Susan's Sand Castle III, which sleeps up to 30; and #738021, Susan's Sand Castle II, which sleeps up to 18.

We have so many loyal returning guests for all three of our beach houses that our Reservation Calendar fills up quickly for peak times and they often reserve "their week" years in advance , but we love to make new friends and welcome your inquiry. We do our best to respond in under an hour, but because we don't recharge on coffee alone - we do try to sleep at some point, therefore will respond to late night inquiries first thing the next morning.

We are currently accepting reservations through the end of 2021. Rates not yet set for 2022.

Property manager

Janie Hamric
Premier Host
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Beach toys; board and card games

Events

Events allowed: weddings
With payment $1,500 Event/Admin Fee.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets allowed with payment of $100 PER Pet Fee.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING INSIDE. Please use Butt Cans outside.
IF requested, we must receive Driver's License within 7 days. If not received, booking will be cancelled and deposit refunded. Reminder sent.
May through mid-August, Bookings must be Saturday to Saturday. Thanksgiving and Christmas Weeks have the same Saturday to Saturday Requirements.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: With payment $1,500 Event/Admin Fee.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gulf Shores

This holiday home is located in Morgantown, a neighbourhood in Gulf Shores, and is near theme parks and on the beach. Fort Morgan and Gulf Shores Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit The Wharf and Tanger Outlet Center. Zooland Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 1 min walk
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 7 min walk
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Fort Morgan - 13 min drive
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sassy Bass Market Place - 5 min drive
  • Tacky Jacks - 8 min drive
  • Fort Morgan Pizza - 5 min drive
  • The Village Hideaway - 5 min drive
  • Coast Restaurant - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Beachfront Home with Extra Large Deck; Sleeps up to 20! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Luxury Beachfront Home with Extra Large Deck; Sleeps up to 20!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Beachfront Home with Extra Large Deck; Sleeps up to 20!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Beachfront Home with Extra Large Deck; Sleeps up to 20! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Morgantown holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Bon Secour Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home!
🎇 Nine of us stayed here for a week. FANTASTIC place! The elevated beach boardwalk with the sitting area and warm water shower/washdown was icing on the cake! Will definitely book again! ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

randy h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beachfront home morgantown
7 adults plus dog. booked based on beachfront, pet friendly and all 5 star reviews. Did not disappoint! From the moment of booking until checkout the communication with host and owners outstanding. Detailed info/instructions sent periodically prior to vacation at appropriate times. location 20 minutes to main stores in G.S. This made for less crowds in area. The community is beautiful, quiet, very family oriented. Walkable area. Home is large with open kitchen family area and the floor plan for bedrooms allowed for a lot of privacy.Very well equipped from kitchen to beach toys and more.nice addition was beach canopy specifically for house professionally put up. wonderful home and area made for great relaxing vacation. would not hesitate to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacay ‘23
Beautiful property and would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!!!
First time on Ft Morgan and we have found our new spot! The beach is amazing and the house had everything we could ask for. The bunk room was perfect for the kids. The deck is so big and plenty of chairs. Having access to all the beach toys was great too!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Thanksgiving at Susan Sandcastle 1
My family (all 21 of us) couldn’t have asked for better accommodations during the holiday. We were greeted with an immaculately clean home. A bonus touch was a gift basket which turned out to be the savior of our Thanksgiving - the “basket” was an aluminum tray which could hold our turkey while it baked. The one we brought was too small. I have only good things to say about the beach house and will gladly recommend it for anyone wanting an affordable getaway on the beach at Gulf Shores.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Janie Hamric

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My dear friends,

Jerry and I are so very happy when you spend your vacation with us! You are our invited guests and we want you to make lifelong memories at the beach.

We’ve been married 47 years in June of 2019. Working hard to raise and support our children, MATTHEW and JENNIFER, we expected to spend our retirement years quietly (which is not happening). In 2008, JENNIFER had twins on New Year’s Eve; a boy and a girl, Taylor and Tyler. They adore the beach and come down every summer. They are the apples of Papa’s and GeaGea’s eyes.

My darling husband knew my lifelong dream was to have a beach cottage. He made it his mission, when we got close to retirement, to make that dream come true! We looked all the way from the Florida coast to Alabama, until I saw the house of my dream . . . “Beachy Keen”. It’s previous name was The Pelican! It was perfect!

So, we were enjoying our fun in the sun, until a house came up for sale in the neighborhood. We were just talking on the porch, when one of us said “We could try the rental business.” Long story short - that became Susan’s Sand Castle I (SSCI).

We later purchased a lot, and Jerry built SSCII. After that, he needed another project, so he started from scratch, and SSCIII was born. I’ve had a ball decorating, since I want you to feel as if you’ve come home!

There went retirement, but God had other plans for us. We’ve had a ball and met some of the nicest people we’ve ever known!

So many blessings galore, and may God bless each of you abundantly!
Susan

P.S. Papa says, “There won’t be a SSCIV”, (even though our friends Shug and Fred say they are going to outgrow our biggest house!).

Why they chose this property

The locaction is close enough to everything, but not so close that you can't enjoy privacy and quiet time on a not so crowded beach.

What makes this property unique

Open and spacious enough for ANY gathering or Special EVENT; i.e.,Multi-Family Vacations, corporate retreats, family reunions, Golf outings, Anniversary celebrations, etc.

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