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Adorable - Lagoon Front

Vacation home near Gulf Shores Beach in Gulf Shores

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Exterior
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 873 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Lagoon Pass Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the area

Gulf Shores

Seaside stay .Stay at this Gulf Shores vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of West Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Gulf Shores Beach. Also, Lagoon Pass Park is within 2 miles (3 km) and Orange Beach Beaches is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • West Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lagoon Pass Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 25 min drive - 32.4 km
  • Fort Morgan - 39 min drive - 51.7 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Adorable - Lagoon Front

Welcome to Rolf’s Crabby Daddy – A Whimsical Waterfront Escape!

Escape to Rolf’s Crabby Daddy, a charming cottage on the serene Little Lagoon, guaranteed to lift your spirits—even if you arrive feeling a little crabby! This cozy retreat offers breathtaking waterfront views, a spacious deck, and direct access to some of the best fishing, crabbing, and water activities Gulf Shores has to offer.

Cozy & Comfortable Accommodations

Rolf’s Crabby Daddy comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests and is thoughtfully furnished to ensure a relaxing stay.

Main Floor:
Primary Bedroom: Queen bed
Bunk Room: 2 Twin-over-Twin bunk beds (sleeps 4)
Living Room: Sleeper sofa
Full Bathroom
Pack 'n Play available for little travelers

Features & Amenities

Fully equipped eat-in kitchen – Includes cookware, utensils, and everything you need for home-cooked meals.
Spacious deck with waterfront views – The perfect spot to sip your morning coffee or enjoy an evening sunset over the lagoon.
Beach access nearby – A short stroll east takes you to the pristine white sands of Gulf Shores.
Washer & dryer – Pack light and keep your beachwear fresh!
High-speed wireless internet & cable TV – Stay connected and entertained.
Ample parking – Room for approximately 4 cars, SUVs, or pickup trucks.

Activities & Attractions

With Little Lagoon in your backyard and the Gulf of Mexico just minutes away, adventure is always within reach!

Boating & Kayaking: Explore the calm waters of the lagoon.
Dining & Entertainment: Just a few miles from the heart of Gulf Shores, where you’ll find fantastic restaurants, shops, and attractions.
Gulf Shores Public Beach: Enjoy sugar-white sands, crystal-clear waters, and plenty of space to soak up the sun.

Important Details

* Minimum Rental Age: 25+ (Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.)
* Dogs 35lbs and under are accepted at this property. Maximum 2 dogs. Pet fees apply.

Book your stay at Rolf’s Crabby Daddy today and get ready for a waterfront getaway like no other!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 780 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

ADORABLE! 2 BR, 1 BA Cottage on the Lagoon Private vacation home

ADORABLE! 2 BR, 1 BA Cottage on the Lagoon Gulf Shores

2864-224201

Frequently asked questions

How close is Adorable - Lagoon Front to the airport?

This vacation home is 41.1 mi (73-min drive) away from the Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Adorable - Lagoon Front have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Adorable - Lagoon Front to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 10-minute walk from West Beach and 1 mi (2-min drive) from Gulf Shores Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Adorable - Lagoon Front offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Adorable - Lagoon Front?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Adorable - Lagoon Front?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Adorable - Lagoon Front?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Adorable - Lagoon Front have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Adorable - Lagoon Front have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Adorable - Lagoon Front to downtown Gulf Shores?

This vacation home is 3.9 mi away from Gulf Shores.

Adorable - Lagoon Front Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Juli C.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Pam R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our needs! Had a great time!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

angel l.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved it Perfect for our family and a close distance to the beach and numerous restaurants! Would definitely stay again in the future!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

Lovely little house close to the beach and lagoon. Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect week

Love the place, was at home the second we walked in. The entire process was so easy and we can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie Savage J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rolf's Crabby Review

We enjoyed our stay at Rolf’s Crabby Daddy. The cabin had all the necessary accessories for a family who plans to cook at the location. The neighborhood was peaceful, however the cabin next to us was vacant most of the week so take that evaluation with a grain of salt. The walk was further than ten minutes to the beach. I walk a lot, and it still took me fifteen minutes minimum to reach PUBLIC beach access. There are private accesses everywhere, but then you must be comfortable knocking on someone’s front door and possibly getting permission to walk through their property. Choose your own adventure. One of our family members has a physical disability, so mobility concerns are more acute on our outings. If this is not your situation, then the beach access distance may not be as big of an issue for you. An island of simplicity in an ocean of gaudiness. Bring a few beach cruisers and this place is solid.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia L.

The beds were like heaven. Shower had no water pressure and shower head was too high up. Air vents dripped condensation on table and chair.. Should offer an early check in. But it was an amazing trip. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Crabby Daddy is the best!

This is the cutest little beach house in such a great location! Luckily my husband and I settled on this property rather than further east (where we usually stay) because little did we know there was a music festival happening the same weekend we were there. The pictures online looked like it was SO CROWDED but we were so relaxed and quiet at Crabby Daddy! Quick walk to the beach for my husband and I, and our little spot on the beach was also nice and secluded, even on a saturday. We brought our pup for his first vacation and he had a great time too. We were about 40 minutes away from the dog beach at Fort Morgan, as well as the ferry to Dauphin Island which has a couple of dog beaches. All in all it was the perfect location and we had an amazing weekend. We hope to be back to Crabby Daddy!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeff c., indiana

Liked: Cleanliness

Great lill beach cabin

Filled every box that we required for our lill beach retreat. Great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay W.

Liked: Cleanliness

One of a kind

Sweet little home with everything you need for a relaxing stay at the beach. Loved the lagoon out the back door and Gulf access across the road (10 minute walk). Restaurants, shopping and State park just a short drive, just far enough that traffic is minimal.minimal
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Ashley D.

Beach Getaway

Overall we had a nice stay! House is cute and comfortable. Needs a good deep cleaning. Furniture was already covered in sand upon arrival and dishes were dirty when you pulled them out to use. It would be nice to have a little hand vacuum to clean the cushions with. Beach access is quite a hike to walk with wagon/kids so you will have to drive. Listing does not show new condos directly behind you which makes it awkward to access the lagoon area as you feel you’re infringing on their space. Communication was spot on, check in was easy, and it’s a great quieter safe spot which I guess is what you get versus closeness to the beach entrance. Overall not a bad stay! Probably wouldn’t choose this one again but you get what you pay for and it slept the 4 of us just fine!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and value

We loved the house. Management very responsive. Beach access across the street and down the road a bit. Well furnished
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet with Great Views

Loved the Crabby Daddy! Was nice to have both lagoon and beach access. Space was laid out well and very nice. Slept 6 people very comfortably.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron S., Dunlap

Liked: Cleanliness

Rolf's crabby daddy

House was very nice and cozy, quiet location, good family atmosphere.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer vacation

Great place to stay. Loved it! Perfect for what we were looking for
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nora A., St Louis

Liked: Cleanliness

Crabby Daddy Stay

Lovely location with serene lagoon beach and easy across the street access to the Gulf Beach. The house is colorful and has a happy vibe. Thank you for sharing your family jewel with us! Thanks, Nora, Beau, Jason, Christiane, and Baby Quinn.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place beach isnt crowded

Nice small property with alot of porch great access to the lagoon and beach
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location and Great Little House

Great Location and Great Little House
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our review

Overall we were very pleased. Our main complaint was with lighting. We never did find a way to turn on light over kitchen table so we were unable to play the board games and cards we brought at it after dark. Some table lamps didn't turn on.Many outlets seemed to have no power to them so we had to try several before finding ones that would charge our phone. The construction was unexpected but we were okay with that. The construction manager saw us outside and apologized for the fact that we had to have that going on . He was very nice. Mostly we had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very comfortable

This was a good size house for a small family. Plenty of kitchen utensils and pots and pans to be able to cook at home without going out every night. Very well priced too.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith A.

Liked: Cleanliness

I love the crabby daddy

Fun place to stay. Felt very at home
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Was looking for a little less expensive place to stay so I could take my children to the beach for their first time. This was a wonderful option. There were things I would’ve liked to have better, mainly the shower, but it’s all little things and I didn’t have the highest expections for those things. It was wonderful, in a great spot, and had easy access to the beach and that’s all I care/cared about. It was a nice little house and would be more then happy to stay there again. Not that it’s in a bad area or anything, it do make sure you keep your doors locked. Wrangling kids after a later night we forgot, and the guy next to us had cash stolen out of his vehicle, I had a gun stolen, and I’m pretty sure several other peoples vehicles had been gone through around us. The AC wasn’t the best, it got hot during the day, but again really not that big of deal to me and what I was looking for. Overall it was a wonderful place, had everything thing we needed, and had an absolute blast. Met the owners of the place to while we were there and they were incredible as well and super nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

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