A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
On beach
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Elberta, AL
County Road 95 Park
Place, County Road 95 Park
16 min drive
Bamahenge
Place, Bamahenge
20 min drive
Soldiers Creek Golf Club
Place, Soldiers Creek Golf Club
21 min drive
Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
Airport, Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
72 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Common area 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Single Murphy Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Watch Dolphins on your own Private Beach! Renovated! Boat Launch Extremely Close
Completely Renovated and Remodeled ! Are you tired of staying in a cookie cutter condo and fighting for a space on the beach? If so, look no further than Papa Roy's Paradise! Papa Roy calls his paradise the Peace & Contentment Lodge or the P&C Lodge. His mantra is 'Do nothing and rest afterwards.' Located on Spring Branch just off of Perdido Bay, Papa Roy's Paradise is a little slice of heaven. You can drink coffee in the glassed porch and watch for dolphins or relax with a cocktail on the beach and view the sunset. Inside, there are two bedrooms, a large living area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a spacious glassed/screened porch. For your outdoor pleasure, there are kayaks, paddle boards and even a slide on the dock. On the white sandy beach, there is a gazebo with a sitting area and a grill. Bring your boat and fishing gear! With a little luck, you can catch fish and crabs. In ten minutes, by boat or car, you can be at Pirate's Cove enjoying one of their cheeseburgers in paradise and drinking a world famous bushwhacker. Also, there are many other restaurants located in the area that specialize in local seafood. The sugar sand beaches of Gulf Shores and Pensacola are a short drive away. Fresh fruit and vegetable stands abound in the area! The butchers at the Elberta Grocery will cut your filet, t-bone or porterhouse to order and wrap it in wax paper. They also make and sell the finest sausage in Baldwin County. Please inquire if you are interested in winter monthly rental discount!
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
If guest number exceeds 6 people, renters will be charged 100 dollars per extra guest.
Swim, kayak, slide, fish, paddle-board or any other activities at your own risk! No running on Pier! Only swim in designated area!
No smoking of any kind in house! If you do smoke outside, please dispose in trash receptacle.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 612815vb
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
Note from host: Please contact owner for inquires
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Elberta
Located in Elberta, this cottage is near a water park and on the beach. The Wharf and Gulf Shores Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gulf State Park and Orange Beach Beaches. The Park at OWA and Waterville USA are not to be missed. Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
Flora-Bama Lounge, Package, and Oyster Bar - 50 min drive
The Gulf - 47 min drive
Cobalt the Restaurant - 48 min drive
Pirates Cove - 14 min drive
Hub Stacy's At The Point - 45 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Watch Dolphins on your own Private Beach! Renovated! Boat Launch Extremely Close pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Watch Dolphins on your own Private Beach! Renovated! Boat Launch Extremely Close?
As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Watch Dolphins on your own Private Beach! Renovated! Boat Launch Extremely Close on 16 September 2026 start from NZ$535, 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 Watch Dolphins on your own Private Beach! Renovated! Boat Launch Extremely Close?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Watch Dolphins on your own Private Beach! Renovated! Boat Launch Extremely Close?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Watch Dolphins on your own Private Beach! Renovated! Boat Launch Extremely Close?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Watch Dolphins on your own Private Beach! Renovated! Boat Launch Extremely Close located?
Nestled on the beach, this Elberta cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of County Road 95 Park, Barber Marina and Soldiers Creek Golf Club. Glenlakes Golf Club and Elberta Kids Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Thank you for your time to leave a review. We are sorry the weather and the daytime pier construction next door impacted your stay. While these external elements were completely beyond our control, the pier appears to be finished. Thank you again for staying with us and we wish you the best!
We had a wonderful stay at Papa Roy’s! From the moment we arrived, it felt like the perfect relaxing getaway. We loved fishing right off the dock, kayaking around the water, catching hermit crabs, and even watching dolphins swim by. There is so much to do — you truly don’t even have to leave the property to have an amazing time.Our 6-year-old had an absolute blast and was entertained the entire trip. The sunsets each evening were breathtaking, and ending the night with s’mores around the fire pit was the perfect cozy touch.Such a special place for making family memories. Communication with the host was alsoexcellent and timely!
Stephanie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 February 2026
Thank you Stephanie for being such a wonderful guest! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
We had a great stay. Wonder place and great location. We took our boat and accommodations were perfect. Owners were very easy to deal with. Highly recommend!!!
Steve H.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you Steve for your kind review! We look forward to hosting you again!
Firstly, the house was immaculately clean, comfortable, & felt like a home away from home. The host was very quick to respond, kind and helpful. The view was absolutely indescribable. There are just no words. The home comfortably fit 6 people. The Tiki hut was equipped with beautiful comfortable furniture, internet, a TV, surround sound speakers with bluetooth, lights & a fan. There are 2 docks, kayaks, paddleboards, life vests & paddles, literally everything you'd need. The area is safe & perfect for families with children. The highlight of our time at Papa Roy's was the dolphins. We literally SWAM & kayacked with a family of them for going on 2 hours straight the day before we left, & seen them every single day we were there. They even played with us from the dock when we finally came back in. I took a net & caught little shrimp & fed Henry the blue Herron for about 45 mins every day we were there. The house is equipped with everything you'd need from blankets, pillows to cooking utensils, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies etc. I would suggest getting groceries before hand because Walmart delivery is not available for this location. Its is also the pefect place to get away. Your close enough to be 20-25 minutes from Gulf Shores and 30 mins away from Perdido Keys in Flordia. This place was by FAR the most incredible place we have EVER been & our host Michelle was unmatched on every level. As a frequent traveler, we HIGHLY recommend you stay here.
Lacie H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We hope to have you and your family back one day!
We absolutely loved our stay! We were able to see dolphins & catch fish from the shore or dock every day. And the pavilion outside is a great way for the kids to get out of the sun or snuggle up and watch a little TV.
Melissa R.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 April 2025
Thank you Melissa. We loved having you and your family visit. Hope to see you back again soon!
Great place with younger kids where the can actually get in the water and swim without getting beat down by waves! Wonderful beach and overall wonderful stay!
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2024
Thank you Travis. We are so glad you had a great stay!
Thanks papa Roy so much for sharing your paradise, it was great, wished it wouldn't of rained as much!! But we and the girls loved the place, area and stay
Victoria K.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2022
Thank you so much. We hope to have you return when it is brighter days!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer W.
25 August 2018
We loved it! A great place to spend the week with the kids!
The property was very kid friendly! We loved that the kids had a private beach to play at while also having the water right there to swim in when they got hot! It was the perfect get away for a week of relaxation and fun for all of us and still close enough to go shopping at the outlet stores and have some fun!!
We enjoyed our time at the rental house. It was homey & right on the water as advertised. Wish it was closer to stores, restaurants, etc but we had lots of piece & quiet and saw some crabs.
Nikki O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2024
Thank you for the kind review. Thank you for staying with us and we hope to have you back one day!
Marjorie and I had a fantastic stay at Papa Roys. We love that fact that it is a very quiet neighborhood. We loved sitting down by the water enjoying our favorite drinks and watching for the dolphines to swim by. We were close enought to Foley to go shopping for an afternoon with many resturants if we did't want to BBQ. We have been at Papa Roys 3 times now and plan to make many more trips down to Alabama. It is worth the 2 1/2 day drive down there.
Paul H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2025
Thank you Paul for the kind review. We love having you and hope to have you and Marjorie return soon!
About the host
Hosted by Michele (Roy's Daughter)
You can travel many miles and not meet a character quite like Papa Roy. A shrimper for pleasure, not for profit, he washes his cares away each day in the beauty of his surroundings. His home, the P&C Lodge, in the Gulf Coast town of Josephine, Alabama, is a place where peace and contentment prevail. He spends his retirement enjoying life and savoring every bite. His mantra: 'Do nothing, and rest afterward.' This is Papa Roy's Gulf. Head south for a visit and discover yours.
What makes this property unique
Kayaking and paddle boarding included!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests