Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
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Near Fort Morgan Beach
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
On beach
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Gulf Shores, AL
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
1 min walk
Fort Morgan Beach
Place, Fort Morgan Beach
2 min walk
Gulf Shores Beach
Place, Gulf Shores Beach
20 min drive
Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
76 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Primary Suite
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom (Master)
Half Bathroom
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Gulf Front | Screened Porch | Pet Friendly Coastal Classic
Driftwood Inn – Gulf Front | Screened Porch | Pet Friendly Coastal Classic
Welcome to Driftwood Inn, a charming beachfront retreat on the serene shores of the Fort Morgan Peninsula in Gulf Shores. This classic three bedroom, two and a half bathroom beach house comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests and offers the laid-back coastal experience so many travelers seek. With sweeping Gulf-front views, a spacious screened porch perfect for dining and relaxing, multiple outdoor living spaces, and pet-friendly accommodations, Driftwood Inn is the perfect place to unplug and enjoy the natural beauty of the Alabama coast.
Outdoor Living - Direct Gulf-front location with panoramic, unobstructed beach views - Screened porch with dining table for six overlooking the water - Multiple beachfront decks, including private access from two bedrooms - Easy, direct beach access just steps from the home - Covered parking available with additional parking in the driveway - Charcoal grill for coastal meals - Enclosed outdoor shower for rinsing off after beach days - Pet-friendly property with access to dog-friendly Fort Morgan beaches (additional fees apply)
Indoor Comforts Inside, Driftwood Inn offers a relaxed, coastal atmosphere where the Gulf remains the focal point from nearly every room. The open living area provides comfortable seating, a television with DVD player, and plenty of space to gather while still enjoying the view. The fully stocked kitchen includes all cookware, appliances, and essentials needed for preparing meals, while both indoor and outdoor dining areas make it easy to enjoy time together regardless of the weather. Natural light, coastal décor, and a functional layout create a welcoming space ideal for families and small groups.
Sleeping Arrangements - Primary Bedroom: 1 King bed with Gulf views, private deck access, and ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower - Bedroom 2: 1 Queen bed with Gulf views and private deck access, shared hallway bathroom - Bedroom 3: 2 Twin beds with attached half bathroom
Whether you are enjoying coffee on the screened porch, watching dolphins from your deck, or unwinding to the sound of waves under a coastal sunset, Driftwood Inn captures the essence of beachfront living. Book your stay with Harris Vacations and experience the timeless charm of Fort Morgan’s quiet, pet-friendly beaches.
Rental Age Policy We love people of all ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes. However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25. We have no exception to this policy.
RISK Guest acknowledges that beaches, bays, docks, piers, pools, and waterfront areas are inherently dangerous and assumes all related risks, known or unknown, when renting a vacation rental home. Guests agree to exercise extreme caution at all times; for more information, see the Terms and Conditions document.
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Gulf Shores
Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is on the beach. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Dauphin Island Beaches. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as sailing and other activities like birdwatching.
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Fort Morgan Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Fort Morgan - 14 min drive - 14.5 km
Gulf State Park - 17 min drive - 28.2 km
Gulf Shores Beach - 20 min drive - 30.3 km
Getting around
Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Sassy Bass - 7 min drive
Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - 7 min drive
Jesse’s On The Bay - 9 min drive
Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - 20 min walk
The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Gulf Front | Screened Porch | Pet Friendly Coastal Classic pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Gulf Front | Screened Porch | Pet Friendly Coastal Classic?
As of 6 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gulf Front | Screened Porch | Pet Friendly Coastal Classic on 24 August 2026 start from NZ$1,344, 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 Gulf Front | Screened Porch | Pet Friendly Coastal Classic?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gulf Front | Screened Porch | Pet Friendly Coastal Classic?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gulf Front | Screened Porch | Pet Friendly Coastal Classic?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gulf Front | Screened Porch | Pet Friendly Coastal Classic located?
Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Fort Morgan Beach. Bon Secour Bay is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) away.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We loved the house! Perfect location and it was so clean. It only needs darkening shades/curtains as we were up with the sun bright and early every day.
Amy S.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2026
Hi Amy, thanks for the wonderful review of Driftwood Inn!
Beachfront home has 2 king bedrooms, and 3rd bedroom with 2 twins, so its the perfect size for 2 couples with kids. Everything was clean, well organized, and in good working order. Check in and check out super easy, thanks to excellent instructions from host. But best of all is the surf-facing screened porch with a 2 seater porch swing. I sat out there for hours. I have already booked a return trip with my dog for the fall!
The ocean was visible from all of the front of the house. The living room and the bedroom. It’s just a few step from balcony to the sand and ocean. The house was clean and well situated. We had a great visit.
Hi Stacy, thanks for the wonderful review of Driftwood Inn!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Rachel S.
31 October 2016
Great stay!
The house was a perfect fit for our family! We loved being so close to the beach!
Would definitely stay here again!
Rachel S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Good Morning William,
We are glad to hear that you had a wonderful stay at Driftwood Inn.
We look forward to hosting you and your family again soon.
Thank you for choosing Harris Properties and letting us be a part of finding your perfect spot in the sand.
Lenetta Martin
Director of Guest Relations
Harris Properties Management
The location was perfect, right on the beach and away from the hustle and bustle. There’s is a public beach access nearby so there was some people on the beach but plenty of room for everyone
Angela J.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Hi Angela, thank you for the review! We are happy to hear that you found Gulf Shores to be serene for your vacation! We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Had the most relaxing time. Would stay here again. Have already recommended to friends. 10/10
Kelly G.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Hi Kelly, thanks for the wonderful review of Driftwood Inn!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chris N.
6 May 2019
Total Relaxation
What a great week! Loved the quiet beach and the dogs who played there. It was reminiscent of the beaches 50 years ago before the developers moved in. The house was perfect- old style beach house with modern amenities! We slept with the porch doors open to the sound of the surf and a great nighttime breeze! A perfectly relaxing week in all respects!
Chris N.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Hi Chris, we are happy to hear you loved your vacation at Driftwood! The beach can provide incredible breezes on sunny days and we are so glad you got to experience the sound of the surf at night! We look forward to hosting you again, thank you for letting Harris Properties find your perfect spot in the sand!
Overall the place was fantastic. The rooms were clean, the view was amazing, and there were not a lot of neighbors this time of year. The only issues we had were with the internet (some of us still had to work at times) the internet was erratic and after the 2nd day was out completely. But other than that the house was amazing and we will definitely stay here again.
Jeremiah C.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Hi Jeremiah, thanks for the great review for Driftwood Inn! We're glad you got to enjoy the beautiful view! We will do a test on the internet to see if we can reset it to have a stronger signal. We look forward to your return!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Maggie D.
9 June 2017
Beachfront Escape
Our family of 7 enjoyed a fantastic week at this property in April. This house was perfect for us! The house is well maintained, well stocked and the beds were all very comfortable. (The only thing I would change is to add some dishcloths and dishtowels; one of each was not nearly enough.) I could keep talking about the inside of the house, but realistically we spent little time there. The true gem of this property is the screened in porch; how I wish I could have taken that porch and view home with me! What a treat it was to sit out there everyday (morning, noon or night) and listen to and watch the waves. Our final day there we saw dolphins in the morning and the evening. Our daughters spent so much time on the swing on the porch, even napping there sometimes. I love the fact that there were no bugs whatsoever that could get to us. We were able to keep an eye on our kids from the porch, as the water is even closer than it appears in the pictures. We spent so much time on the beach and in the waves, and then it was so easy to run up for a snack or whatever else we would need. This home is about 15-20 mins away from town, so the beach was not at all crowded. (It does seem a little remote, though, so if you are looking to stay in a "town" this is not the place for you.) We were hoping to get away from the hustle and bustle, so it was perfect for us. We would not hesitate to rent this property again, and hope to return again someday. Thank you for maintaining and sharing such a beautiful property!
Maggie D.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Good Afternoon Maggie,
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the home Driftwood Inn during your stay with us.
Thank you for the great feedback about the home and that the house was perfect for your family of 7. Thank you for sharing your time you had on the screened in porch and what a treat is was for you and your family.
We look forward to hosting you and your family again soon.
Thank you for choosing Harris Properties and letting us be a part of finding your perfect spot in the sand.
Have a blessed day.
Lenetta Martin
Director of Guest Relations
We wanted to be "away from it all" and "right on the beach" and this house filled both of those things perfectly. The house is right on the beach, with 1 awesome master suite on one side and then 2 bedrooms on the other side. The king bed on the other side, faces the ocean and has a slider out to the porch, just like the master. The screened in porch has a large dining table and is great for eating breakfast and dinner (a little hot for lunch in the summer). Unfortunately, the bedroom with 2 twin beds on the back side of the house is really small, dark and noisy because it's right next to the AC unit on the porch that faces away from the ocean. So, no views, plus it was always hot in that room, the AC didn't seem to cool it properly, while the rest of the house was quite cold. There was a large ceiling fan, but it only had 2 settings: wind tunnel (high) and rusty train (medium) speed. Our children who shared that room didn't mind the "white noise," but it's definitely something you wouldn't expect. All of the bedrooms have their own toilet, which is super convenient. The fridge has an icemaker, which is great, because not all house rentals have that feature. One thing that was a bummer, we arrived at 3:45 and our check-in was at 4pm, but the code didn't "work" until 4:15 - standing outside trying to get it to work and then not being able to get through on the phone lines was frustrating. I did send text messages, which seemed the best way to communicate and I was relieved that we got in by 4:15.
Sina S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Hi Sina, thanks for the review, we're sorry you had a problem with your door code, but we're glad you got a response fairly quickly. Thanks for your paitence in this matter.
Archival
6/10 Okay
James S.
22 August 2017
A Week at Gulf Shores
Upon arrival of Driftwood Inn, we were initially extremely pleased. The house was as advertised.
The house overall is in need of a renovation. The kitchen is small, tight, and barely functional for more than 1 person in it at a time. While there are ample supplies of dishes, there is NO space at all for any place to put your groceries except the refrigerator. As we started pulling dishes out to use, bowls to clean our food, etc, we noticed that pretty much everything needed to be washed. The giant spider living behind the microwave gave us all a startle, but it has been eliminated. A pest control service should be used as many others pests were seen and dealt with.
The house cools nicely thanks to the workhorse air conditioner. The ceiling fans in all the rooms help nicely too. We had issues with the family room fan stuck in the "high" setting, but that was resolved by mgmt on Monday of our stay.
It is nice the linens are supplied so those don't need to be packed or rented, however, 1 kitchen towel is not enough for ANY kitchen. While the new laundry machines are available to wash your own towels, it would just be nice to not have to constantly be doing laundry.
The bathroom linens supplied were sufficient. Bathroom cleanliness was average. Along with the kitchen, things were not done thoroughly. The cleaning service should be talked to about spending more time. Kitchen floor had hair, dust, dog food left over from previous guests. Bathroom floors had hair and dust.
A vacuum was supplied, but NO broom (at a beach house, really?)
Beds are hard and extremely uncomfortable, these should be replaced.
Porch was used everyday for meals. This is a great addition to the property, but the screens need to be replaced on the doors as they have been ripped or cut by previous guests to allow entry after being locked out of the porch. This is usually a $20 fix, and about an hour to do at most.
The dual decks again, are a beautiful addition to the house, however, the stairs going down from the master side of the house are connected to the rest of the deck by 1 nail. They move and shift while stepping on it. This is a DANGEROUS HAZARD and need to be repaired or replaced IMMEDIATELY. Thankfully the east side house deck seems to be fine.
All in all, a descent week despite the things noted. Hopefully the issues are taken care of for future guests.
James S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Good Afternoon James,
We want to thank you for the feedback about the home as it only helps us to take corrective actions towards the items you have listed.
In response to your review above, in regards to the beds, the stairs from the master bedroom outside, and size of the kitchen, we apologize that they were not up to par. We’ll take your views into consideration.
We are looking into these issues and will address as soon as possible.
We hope if you are ever in the area again, looking for a perfect spot in the sand that you would give Harris Properties the opportunity to host you again.
Have a wonderful day.
Lenetta Martin
Director of Guest Relations
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeniffer
10 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
this house was excellent for our stay at Fort Morgan. My Mom is elderly and has back problems the accommodations were perfect for our Mothers Day trip.
House was great. Location perfect. We loved the screen porch & the easy access to the beach! Great place to unwind & enjoy time with family. We will plan to come back!
Lori B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Hi Lori, we're glad you got to use the porch and hope you enjoyed the view!
Driftwood Inn was a blissful break from the chaos called life. It was very nice and well maintained. Kitchen is well stocked. Looking forward to another visit!
Great home with a perfect layout for our family. Both adult rooms open directly into the deck with a glorious screened porch in between with a table for outside dining. Nicely equipped kitchen. The cleaning crew was running behind on our arrival date but the company communicated and worked to make things right. We already booked this property again.
Kim A.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Hi Kim, we're glad you enjoyed this home! We are so sorry the cleaning company ran behind, but thank you for being patient during this busy season. Thanks for choosing Harris, we can't wait to host you again!
We loved the accommodations, the decks, the screen porch and especially the puppy gates at each entrance, and even the fenced area for pet's business. The home was in very nice condition on the interior, but could use some minor repairs to the exterior.
Overall, loved the stay, loved the location and will likely return in the future.
We brought our kids to the beach for spring break. It turned out it was a great way to get away and reflect on the beauty of God’s creation. The house was wonderful. It gave us plenty of space for meals , games and movie time. We enjoyed the screened in porch although I was glad we brought an out door insect repellent. It made the space a fun place for a lunch break from the beach. The kitchen was well appointed with all of the dishes and tools we could need to make our meals. With social distancing in place we made our meals at our beach retreat. The last day of the trip the beaches were closed but we still could see and hear the waves crashing while we played card games. We felt blessed to be temporarily insulated from all of the chaos that was going on around the world with Covid 19. Thank you Driftwood Inn for a wonderful family time.
Crystal F.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Hi Crystal! Although we are all experiencing some tough times with the virus, this warms our heart to hear all the family time that's coming from this time. You will forever cherish these great memories you made with your family at the beach! Thank you for sharing that and we hope you stay safe throughout all of this!
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