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Spend a Few Days in Paradise🏖️~Right On the Beach~LOWER RATES ~4BR4Bath

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Exterior
Enjoy the open floor plan of the living, kitchen, dining and a view of the Gulf!
Enjoy the natural light from the two story great room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Loft

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed

Main Floor Master

1 King Bed

Main Floor Queen

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level Master

1 King Bed

Upper Level Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Child Bed

4 bathrooms

Main Level Master

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Main Level Queen

Toilet · Shower only

Upper Level Master

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upper Level Twin Bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Spend a Few Days in Paradise🏖️~Right On the Beach~LOWER RATES ~4BR4Bath

This beautifully decorated 2-story, 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home sits directly on the sparkling waters of the Gulf of Mexico. By the Sea is located 4.2 miles on west beach from Hwy 59. Located on the main floor is the living and dining area, kitchen to include separate ice maker, laundry room and one of the two master suites, queen bedroom with private bath. The living, dining and kitchen are open and quite spacious. Floor to ceiling windows and doors on the south wall provides wonderful views of the Gulf and large sun deck.

All bedrooms are Gulf-front with private baths and balconies. Two master suites (one on the first floor and one on second floor) with double vanities, walk in showers and soaker tubs. Each have king beds. The bedroom on the southwest side of first floor has queen bed with private bath. The bedroom on the second floor southwest side has twin with a trundle and private bath. In addition on the second floor overlooking the first floor living area is a loft sitting area with tv, sleeper sofa and sleeper chair. This loft area provides a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Mexico and beautiful white sandy beac

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
Allowed with prior approval and event fee
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
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.
Upon departure all trash must be taken to outdoor cans, dishes cleaned and put away.
No parking on the street.
Minimum age 25 to rent this property

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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Allowed with prior approval and event fee
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf. 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

  • West Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Waterville USA - 11 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 15 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪DeSoto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spend a Few Days in Paradise🏖️~Right On the Beach~LOWER RATES ~4BR4Bath pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spend a Few Days in Paradise🏖️~Right On the Beach~LOWER RATES ~4BR4Bath?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spend a Few Days in Paradise🏖️~Right On the Beach~LOWER RATES ~4BR4Bath?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spend a Few Days in Paradise🏖️~Right On the Beach~LOWER RATES ~4BR4Bath located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from West Beach and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Gulf Shores Beach. Lagoon Pass Park is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 170 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach view was amazing. Great spot that was close to everything.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful house and a great location. It was perfect for our family,
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tori S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most wonderful stay. The host was so helpful and responded quickly when I had any questions. We had the most precious welcome gifts and the house was literally perfect! Highly recommend staying here
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

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

Great peaceful location

The house was perfect for our family. Our son and his family had the upstairs and we were downstairs. It was a perfect location to be near our other family. I never get tired of the view of the water so peaceful. We love the beach and can’t wait to come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful house with views of the ocean in every room. The house had everything you need for a week or longer. Even though you had houses right next to you, the beach was very private. Lisa stayed in touch the entire stay. We would love to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy E.

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

Fantastic time!

Everything was as advertised! We contacted the host a couple times and she was very quick to respond and solve our issue. Very private on the beach, we saw dolphins jumping, stingrays, lots of crabs and seashells. The grandkids loved it all.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kim C.

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

Great Labor Day and family fun!

Very clean, well stocked in kitchen, close to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherie W.

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

Another perfect stay.

This is our third time staying at By the Sea. The hostess is amazing. And the view is unbelievable.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Darin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
We Won’t be a return customer because the Dunes are too high, Internet spotty at best, air conditioning not up to par in upstairs bedrooms - the downstairs areas and bedrooms were very clean and comfortable- kitchen was clean and had most everything you would need - we had a great time and spent a lot of time on the beach but high dunes and no board walk - we knew there would be no board walk, but the photos are mis leading when it comes to the hight of the dunes - which are not easy to climb for older folks -the beach can’t be seen from the living areas except on the top floor-Overall it was a good experience- just a few minor things that were disappointing-
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vania M.

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

Amazing Family Get Away

This was the greatest place my family has ever stayed. We travel the entire US. Our amazing host gave us all imperative infomation on a timely manner. As we explored the beautiful house there was a note with a varity of snacks. As we opened the fridge there was a bottle of wine.. this was such a great experience for my kids and
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed D.

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

Loved it

Great location and property. Will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

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

Gulf Shores Getaway

The house is very nice, plenty of room for all of us. The beach area right outside the house is very private, which was so nice. The owner was quick to respond when we had an issue with the A/C and was even able to send someone out on Sunday to check it for us.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph L.

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

Perfect space and location for our family!

We were a family of 6 plus grandparents- so, 4 adults, two 11 year olds, one almost 2 year old and a two month old. The setup at the house was great for us and Lisa was readily available for any questions we had. It was a lovely week!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Perfect Location

This was a great house for my family of 9. Plenty of room. Great kitchen for cooking family meals. Location was right on the beach not far from town but not too close to the crowds. In fact, the lots on either side of the house are empty so its like having your own private beach. We had a great time! Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

tamara a.

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

Beach House

Loved this property. Everything just as expected. I don’t think there was anything we needed in the kitchen that was not there. Loved the added touch of extras. Would definitely stay in this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Bill F.

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

Great Beach house

Close enough to attractions to be convenient but quiet area. Roomy, well equipped house. close to Beach however large dune to climb to get from house to beach, was a problem for some in our group with back and knee issues. Could us some more attentive maintenance ego: clock needs battery, some doors stick and some light bulbs burned out. All in all still a great place on the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Patti B.

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

Gulf Shores Vacation

Overall we had a great time on our trip here to Gulf Shores. We had everything we needed, but the house didn't look as nice as the picture online. I realize that homes on the beach do tend to need more maintenance, but feel like your cleaning crew really needs to check the house more thoroughly before guests arrive. Lisa was very pleasant and helpful in solving any situations we had.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

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

Amazing!

By the Sea was a fantastic beach house for our family of 12, which consisted of my parents, my family, and my two sisters and their families (ages ranging from 8 to 78). This house had the perfect upstairs area for our kids to hang out, a well-stocked kitchen for the cooks in the family, comfortable seating, and it was decorated beautifully! We thoroughly enjoyed the deck overlooking the ocean, and there were plenty of seats outside for us to all sit and enjoy the view! The ice maker was such a bonus for us! There were lots of beach toys and games in the storage area underneath the house. Lisa was quick to answer my calls and e-mails. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

Perfect location!

This house is the perfect location for our family! We are a family of 7 adults and 3 children. Four bedrooms and four bathrooms plus a balcony off each bedroom make it easy for everyone to enjoy each other's company and still have a place to retreat for some privacy. The floor to ceiling windows give a great view of the beach from every room in the house. The large dining table plus the bar stools provided enough room for our family to all sit down to a meal at one time. It was nice to have a highchair available for our use. The laundry room is another nice plus. The upstairs loft provided a good location for the kids to play video and card games without disturbing anyone downstairs. There are not a bunch of condos nearby so the beach is not crowded with lots of people. The owner was very responsive. We had a problem getting the storm shutters open on one of the bedrooms. When we contacted the owner, she returned my call quickly and the repair was completed a couple of hours later. I'm sure we will be returning to this house in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great trip. House was clean. Had a great view of the ocean
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chase O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home, great location and host was amazing. Will be back next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful property, with a great view of the beach! The house was well stocked, and the property manager, Lisa was very responsive and helpful! We had a great family vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marci E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was Beautiful and perfectly located. The kitchen was stocked efficiently. The bedrooms were comfortable and cozy. Bathrooms were very clean. The loft area was perfect for the kids to hang out and play games. Twin bedroom was perfect for the kids. Check in and out was easy. Lisa was a great hostess
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is AMAZING! My family had the best time. Would recommend! Don’t waste your time on renting a condo, THIS is the place that provides luxury, comfort, and unlimited wildlife sightings! The BEST!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Lisa Ray

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I am Phyllis Campbell the owner of By The Sea. My husband and I are from North Alabama and have had a beach get away for 30 plus years. We started on the Florida Coast then inched our way to the Alabama Gulf Coast with the purchase of our first property in Alabama in the eighties.

We love the privacy and convenience of west beach and fell in love with this home which we affectionately named “By The Sea”. We used the home for many years as our family's second home, also for family reunions as well as both our daughter's weddings.

Our daughter, Lisa Ray, lives locally and manages the rentals on our beach home.

Why they chose this property

By The Sea is located right on the Gulf of Mexico with beautiful white sandy beaches. Gulf Shores is a small town with a big beach and is very family friendly. Our home is located in the west beach area conveniently located near many local restaurants and shops. Baby Equipment Rentals https://www.babyquip.com?a=537f1fb

What makes this property unique

Our home offers the ideal location for small weddings, family reunions or just a relaxing vacation. The west beach area of Gulf Shores offers a large beach with the privacy and seclusion unlike the more heavily populated areas still just minutes away from everything.

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English

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