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Cindy Lou's Beachfront Penthouse - 15th Floor East Corner Condo in Island Royale

Cindy Lou's Beachfront Penthouse - 15th Floor East Corner Condo in Island Royale

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15 floor, east corner penthouse.  Get up early to catch a beautiful sunrise
Balcony view looking east
View from Master Bedroom Sliding Door Looking Directly South
Balcony View Looking West
Gulf front balcony with 6 chair dining table.  Two Adirondack chairs and table

Overview of Cindy Lou's Beachfront Penthouse - 15th Floor East Corner Condo in Island Royale

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8119 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Enjoy the area

Map
Gulf Shores, AL
  • Popular LocationGulf Shores Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationHangout Music Fest19 min walk
  • Popular LocationWaterville USA3 min drive
  • AirportPensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)63 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Queen Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Twin Bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Cindy Lou's Beachfront Penthouse - 15th Floor East Corner Condo in Island Royale

1. Beach/Gulf Front! Nothing separates you from the Gulf of Mexico other than a short walk on sugar white sand!

2. Balcony and Views! The private and spacious (311 square feet) penthouse balcony is on the 15th floor (the second from the top) and on the east corner of the building. The unobstructed views of the Gulf’s emerald green water and white sand beaches are to die for!! The sunrises and sunsets are will take your breath away! (Please view my photos!)

3. Location! The condo is located 0.8 miles from downtown Gulf Shores, making it an easy walk (along the street or beach) to restaurants like The Hangout, Bahama Bob’s and The Pink Pony Pub. Pier 33 (a small carryout/grocery store) is just across the street.

4. Beach! Our beach is huge, clean and sugar white! Unlike other larger condo complexes where guests crowd the beach, Island Royale is a smaller but newer building which allows for a comfortable beach population! Set up your beach camp and have plenty of room to play!

5. Condo Layout! My family friendly 3 bedroom, 3 bath condo sleeps 8 and has plenty of room for everyone to spread out and have their own space. Each bedroom has an attached bath for each guest’s privacy. There is a Smart TV in each bedroom and in the living room. The dining area seats 9. If you have an extended family and you need more space, check out my other unit that’s just 5 floors beneath this unit (VRBO 36703). It will sleep 8 people too, so that gives a total of 16 family and friends all located in the same building and on the same beach!!

6. Convenient Beach Gear Storage: No need to lug your beach gear for miles after your day in the sun. Unit P201 has a reserved parking space 15 feet from the entrance to the beach. Simply walk off the beach and drop your heavy beach gear in the back of your vehicle. Done! (Your second vehicle may park in any space not marked reserved.)

7. Clean! How many units have you had to clean when you arrived to begin your vacation? Not here!! My unit is cleaned by a wonderful cleaning company who treat my unit as if it were their own home. They do not cut corners, they clean ‘em!!

8. Updated! All three bathrooms were remodeled in 2019! The master bath now has a large walk-in shower with grab bars. There are new vanity cabinets, counter tops, mirrors and fixtures in each bath. The remodel was a big project but so worth it! New kitchen cabinets and a new water heater were installed in early 2019.

9. Extra Features! There is a fabulous indoor/outdoor swim through heated pool and indoor and outdoor hot tubs. A kiddie pool/splash pad was constructed in 2022. The Island Royale building has 4 outdoor charcoal grills, a fitness center, and sauna and steam room and upgraded Wi-Fi!

10. Owner Operated! I own my unit and I manage it. I do not use a hard to reach management company. You may call me 24/7 and I will either pick up my phone or return your call within minutes. If you have any issues, I will address them immediately!! Your vacation is very important to me and I want to make it the best ever! My goal, for my guests, is to have such a positive experience they want to make my condo and Gulf Shores part of their family tradition year after year!

THE DETAILS
** Reserved parking under the building next to the beach entrance.
** 1276 square feet of living space with an additional 311 square feet on the balcony.
** Spacious three bedrooms and three bathrooms with ample closet and drawer space.
** King, Queen, Twins, and Queen Size Sofa Sleeper.
** 65 in. Samsung UHD/SmartTV and Blu-ray player in living room.
** 55 in. Samsung UHD/SmartTV in master bedroom
** 40 in. Samsung UHD/SmartTV in Queen BR
** 32 in. Samsung UHD/SmartTV in Twin bedroom
** Each TV has an extra HDMI cord for a gaming system, streaming device, etc.
** Books, and assorted games.
** Fully equipped kitchen.
** High chair
** Full size laundry room with large washer and dryer, iron, full size ironing board and vacuum.
** Telephone for local calls and 911 service.
** Wireless Internet. Download speed: 100Mbs, upload speed 50Mbs.
** KEYLESS ENTRY - Don't hassle with keys - give your unique code to all guests for easy access. Code expires at the end of your stay.

BUILDING AMENITIES
** 200 Feet of private beachfront
** Beach-side heated indoor with swim through to outdoor pool. Kiddie pool with splash pad.
** Two heated whirlpool/hot tubs.
** Exercise room.
** Sauna and steam rooms.
** Conference room
** Outside grilling area.
** Two large elevators with utility carts for transporting belongings.
** Beach boardwalk with showers (no steps allowing for handicap access to beach).
** Beach rentals providing chairs and umbrellas.
** Pier 33 convenience store across the street has most of your beach and vacation needs.

ADDITIONAL RENTAL INFORMATION
** Check In Time: 4:00 PM
** Check Out Time: 10:00 AM
** No Smoking Anywhere on the Property Except the Outdoor Grilling Area.
** Absolutely No Smoking Inside the Condo or on the Balconies.
** Absolutely No Pets (Local kennels available).
** Adults and Families Only. No Student Rentals.
** 15% State and Lodging Tax
** $155 Cleaning Fee
** $30 Per Vehicle Parking Pass (2 vehicles allowed per unit)
** $59 Damage Insurance Fee Replaces the Need for a Deposit by Providing $1500 in Accidental Damage Insurance.
** No Security Deposit

Keywords: Condominium, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Island Royale, Rental

Property manager

Cindy Winkeljohn
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Property damage protection (PDP) is required.

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Waterville USA, or check out an event or a game at Foley Sportsplex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk
  • Hangout Music Fest - 19 min walk
  • Gulf State Park - 2 min drive
  • Waterville USA - 3 min drive
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Hangout - 18 min walk
  • Sunliner Diner - 18 min walk
  • Pink Pony Pub - 18 min walk
  • De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - 16 min walk
  • Burger King - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cindy Lou's Beachfront Penthouse - 15th Floor East Corner Condo in Island Royale have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Cindy Lou's Beachfront Penthouse - 15th Floor East Corner Condo in Island Royale pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cindy Lou's Beachfront Penthouse - 15th Floor East Corner Condo in Island Royale?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cindy Lou's Beachfront Penthouse - 15th Floor East Corner Condo in Island Royale?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cindy Lou's Beachfront Penthouse - 15th Floor East Corner Condo in Island Royale located?

This family-friendly Gulf Shores condo is located on the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Waterville USA and Zooland Mini Golf are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deb F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable and comfortable fun in the sun.
It was a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family beach vacation
Great location for a wonderful family beach vacation steps away from the beach and a great view from the patio
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James V., Carmel, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We enjoyed the condo. We loved the views from the front balcony. The views out the back balcony are excellent also. It is close to lots of good restaurants and other places to see. If we are ever to return to Gulf Shores we would book this condo again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer 2023
We loved everything about our stay! No complaints!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacay
Property was secure and clean. The beach was quiet. We could not have asked for better access to our private covered parking spot to the elevators to our door. Very convenient. Only waited on a elevator 1 time all week. The condo was perfect for our family and the balcony is huge. We would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cindy Winkeljohn

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Hi! My name is Cindy Winkeljohn (my friends call me Cindy Lou) and I (along with my husband) own Island Royale units 1001 and P201. I really enjoy managing our condos and I truly wish for all who spend their vacation there to have a great time and a good experience! I live in southern Virginia, but grew up on a hog/dairy farm in western Ohio with my 4 brothers and sisters, a horde of dogs, cats, chickens, pony, cows and pigs. I'm a retired physical therapist and my true love is spending time at the beach and managing these properties. I have twin boys and a daughter who are now grown, but every summer while they were growing up, we vacationed at the beaches along the Atlantic coast and the Gulf of Mexico. In 1996 we started vacationing in Gulf Shores and since our first visit, we never went anywhere else. When the real estate market corrected in 2008 and the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill happened in 2010, it created the perfect opportunity for us to purchase in Gulf Shores and Island Royale. We purchased unit 1001 in 2012 and added P201 in 2016. We absolutely love the Island Royale property and love sharing it and all it has to offer with our guests.

Why they chose this property

When I was growing up and newly married, I lived in Ohio and Northern Virginia. We always went to the beach for vacation, so I’ve vacationed at Cape Cod, Long Beach Island, Virginia Beach, Emerald Isle, Oak Island, Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head Island, Amelia Island, Daytona Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Cape San Blas. In 1996 we moved to Collierville, TN, and the closest beach was Gulf Shores, Alabama. I had never heard of the beach in L.A. (Lower Alabama), but was blown away by what I found. The beach was sugar white and the people were very relaxed and laid back. Gulf Shores has managed to stay a well kept secret that allows us to stay at a perfect beach that is not nearly as commercialized as any of the other beaches we visited. After we moved to Texas, Gulf Shores was still the best beach we had visited, so rather than go to the Texas beaches, we kept making the trip to Gulf Shores, and eventually purchased our first Island Royale property there in 2012.

What makes this property unique

The best feature of this property is the corner view! The wide open east end balcony offers a panoramic view of the Gulf of Mexico to the south and to the east. Most of your time at this property will be spent on the balcony. Another unique feature is the inclusion of a full bath in each of the three bedrooms. This really presents itself as three individual suites where you can get away from your group for some down time if desired. Each bedroom has a Smart TV. Finally, unlike many of the properties in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, I manage the properties I own...so this is truly a vacation rental by owner, and you will always work directly with me. The majority of properties are managed by BIG real estate companies that are hard to contact and add big fees to their total rental price.
I hope you will love Gulf Shores as much as I do, and I look forward to working with you to provide a wonderful vacation experience.

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