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Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK

Family-friendly stay near Gulf Shores Beach

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A beach with a row of high-rise buildings in the background.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a wall-mounted sign, a window with blinds, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A wooden deck leading to a beach house with a sign reading "GONE to the BEACH".
A spacious living room with a blue sofa, a teal cabinet, and a large window offering a view of the city.
A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a stainless steel refrigerator.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10182 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the area

Gulf Shores

Close to the beach.Your stay at this Gulf Shores vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Gulf Shores Beach and Wade Ward Nature Park. Shrimpy's Grill and Golf and The Hangout are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gulf State Park Fishing Pier - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Orange Beach Beaches - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK

The Hangout Deck is a spacious 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home located near the beach, with easy beach access just a 3-minute walk away. It's also conveniently close to The Hangout, souvenir shops and Gulf State Park, less than a mile away. The home has plenty of activities to keep the family occupied including an arcade, air hockey table, and an enclosed white sand backyard.

0.8 miles to The Hangout
0.9 miles Gulf State Park Pier
0.9 miles Wade Ward Nature Park
2 Dog Parks nearby: Sutton Place 0.8 miles, Shelby Lake Dog Park 0.9 miles
1.3 miles Waterville USA/Escape House
2 miles to Walmart Super Center

KEY FEATURES:
● 1 Block from the Beach- 3 minute walk
● 4 bedrooms; Main level: 1 King, 2 Fulls, and 2 twins Upstairs: 1 King
● Max occupancy 10
● 2.5 bathrooms
● Air Hockey table and Simpsons Arcade
● Private Grill
● Beautiful kitchen with name-brand appliance
● Wet bar
● Sweeping balconies and outdoor living areas
● Washer and dryer

The Hangout Deck is conveniently located with less than a mile walk to The Hangout, restaurants, grocery stores, and the beach. Access to the beach is less than a 3-minute walk and deeded beach access with a crosswalk at the traffic light.
Enjoy your own space with a view of the Nature preserve from the north-facing balcony (in upstairs bedroom) and a great outdoor space with a white sand backyard, picnic table, and charcoal grill.

Number of Guests:
MAXIMUM of 10 guest occupancy. Anyone over the age of 3 should be accounted for on your reservation.

ENTRY:
No need for keys! We have a smart lock for self check in. You will be provided with a unique door code for your stay.

CHECK-IN & CHECK OUT:
Check in is anytime after 4pm
Check out is 10am, any check out after 10am will be charged an additional day.

BEDROOMS:
There are 4 bedrooms which can accommodate up to 10.
Bedroom #1: Main level King bed
Bedroom #2: Main level 2 fulls
Bedroom #3: Main level 2 twin beds
Bedroom #4: Upstairs King master ensuite.

KITCHEN:
Enjoy the fully equipped kitchen with custom cabinets, granite countertops and all the needed appliances and cookware. Coffee bar complete with Keurig coffee maker.
There is seating for six at the dining table and four additional seats at the kitchen bar.

BACKYARD:
Enclosed white sand backyard with picnic table and private charcoal grill. The private grill invites you to BBQ outdoors and enjoy the fresh air with the whole family over a meal - just remember to bring some charcoal.

4 BALCONIES:
#1 Main Level: Largest with seating for 4 facing North toward the beach
#2 Main Level: Small deck overlooking the backyard
#3 Upstairs: Small deck off the master bedroom
#4 Upstairs: Larger deck off the kitchen also facing towards the beach

LAUNDRY:
Stackable washer and dryer. Ironing board and iron are provided.

INTERNET:
High Speed Wireless Internet
Smart TVs throughout the house, use your own login’s.

PRIVATE PARKING:
Parking is available for up to 4 vehicles in the driveway. There is an outdoor shower to rinse off after a day at the beach.

AMENITIES:
As common for vacation rentals in our area, our cleaners will provide a starter set of incidentals. This includes one roll of paper towels, a small bottle of liquid dish soap, one powder dishwashing packet, one can liner per trash can, one travel size hand soap and body soap per bathroom and one roll of toilet paper in each bathroom. These amenities are intended to get you through the first night. We are not set up like a hotel so we do not provide daily housekeeping or amenity restocking. Please be prepared to purchase additional items to get you through your stay.
We provide towels for bathing and bedding but please bring your own beach towels.

TRASH:
Be sure to maintain a good level of cleanliness throughout your stay, this will make it much easier when check-out time comes!
There are 2 trash bins in front one for trash and one for recycling. Trash pick up days are Monday and Thursday, no need to do anything we have a service to take and replace the trash cans.

REFUNDS:
We will enforce our cancellation policy agreed upon in the booking platform and STRONGLY encourage purchasing traveler insurance. We do not offer refunds for weather, weather related issues or natural disasters. We encourage you to get a travel insurance for unforeseen circumstances including weather, power outages, illness or travel issues.

MONTHLY RENTALS: Available from November through February.

City of Gulf Shores: How to check current surf conditions:
ºCall 251-968-SURF (7873)
ºText "AL-BEACHES" to 888-777 to receive daily beach conditions via text message

***PLEASE NOTE***
This is not a spring break property, absolutely no parties!
The minimum age to book is 25 years old, unless accompanied by an adult. If you book under false pretenses, you will be asked to leave without refund.
If you bring more than the maximum occupancy of 10, you will be asked to leave without refund.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking any substance indoors is strictly prohibit

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,960 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Must sign rental agreement and set up $200 security deposit upon booking. Exceeding max occupancy = $200 fee deducted from security deposit
Pet fee $150 (2 dogs max, 50 lbs). Undisclosed pets: $200/pet. Check-in 4 PM. $50 per half-hour for early check-in or late checkout.
By booking, you agree that you have read and agree to the house rules. All cancellations will incur a non-refundable $30 processing fee.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 2 dogs, 50 lbs, $150 fee, $200 for nondisclosure

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Ages 2+ count as part of occupancy.

Events

No events allowed
No parties, events, or gatherings are permitted at

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking any substance indoors is strictly prohibit

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
Note from host: No parties, events, or gatherings are permitted at
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: No parties, events, or gatherings are permitted at For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK to the airport?

This vacation home is 3.7 mi (10-min drive) away from the Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 4-minute walk from Gulf Shores Beach and 0.8 mi (2-min drive) from Orange Beach Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK to downtown Gulf Shores?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Gulf Shores.

Gulf Shores Beach House | Mini Golf & Giant Chess | 1 Block to Beach | Pets OK Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Easy walking distance to beach and shops. So close to everything (State park, shopping, activities, bike rental right next door). Quiet neighborhood. Worked out great for our group with games and hangout spot for teens. Hostess was communicative and responsive. Would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Luis G.

Amazing stay

Very nice place , just a quick walk to the beach too .10/10
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

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

Great Stay

Great location. Walking distances to food and shops
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

crystal m.

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

Perfect location!!

We absolutely loved our stay and this home! The location is perfect!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fernando Alberto G.

5 Star Place

We had an amazing time, beautiful place .
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Charnell G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The master bedroom bed linens look to be soiled. I had to purchase a set of King bed sheets mattressss pad for my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly L.

House and Location

The house was beautiful and location was great. We will most def stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

Great location

The house was great! Perfect location to the beach and shopping and restaurants. We had plenty of room for our entire group. We would love to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jack M.

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

Vacation

It was clean and great proximity to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Prefect beach house!

Open space kitchen was perfect for our family breakfast and they had some games!. It was clean and they had everything needed for a day at the beach. Would stay here again!.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful home with beautiful views.

We really enjoyed our stay and definitely plan to come back! Thanks for hosting us!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad K.

We really enjoyed our stay at the Hangout Deck.

The house is in a great location with so many restaurants and things to do close by. The house was clean and everyone enjoyed their stay! Would highly recommend
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

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

My family throughly enjoyed the condo… Everything was clean & organized. Had a awesome time

The condo was very welcoming & also very cute. Loved the setup and the location to everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alan V.

Awesome Vacation Home

We had a great time, this house is spacious and very close to the beach. We will come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamara E.

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

Will rent again in the future!

We had an amazing stay at Gulf Shores! We had plenty of room and easy access to the beach, food, and shopping! The house was clean and communication with the owner was easy!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charris E.

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

Great Stay

My family had a great time visiting Gulf Shores. The property was just as it is listed and the check in process was very easy. The walk to the beach was across the street but not long at all. We can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of 7 thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Hangout Deck. There was more than enough space for us to be comfortable both inside and out. The bedroom setups were perfect, beds were comfortable. Proximity to the beach was excellent. Tanya was great to work with and quick to respond when we had questions. We will definitely be returning next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BullsBaseballNation

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

Spring break baseball Trip

Had a great trip for the Gulf Coast Classic. Prefect property for our family. Tanya was agreat host and the property was as described!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

leighann f.

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

Gs trip

It was very nice but a little smaller than the pictures online i thought ,but had everything we needed thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Great Place for Families

We had a wonderful time! The location is safe, convenient and a quick walk to the beach. Lots of room to move around and play inside and outside. Would definitely book again. Tanya was a great host and responsive to any questions.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathy P.

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

Love the Hangout House!

We loved staying at this property!! Beautiful home…and clean!! Great location within walking distance to beaches and great restaurants! We played corn-hole every day, too! Our family and friends very much enjoyed our stay!! 😀
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jake G.

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

Short getaway

The house was very clean. The games were a huge hit for the kids. Very close to everywhere we wanted to go. It had all the beach essentials ( chairs, unbrella,wagon) and was a very easy walk to the beach. Definitely recommend this home for families
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Morgan H.

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

Fun stay

Had a great time staying here. The place was clean, we had plenty of towels. There wasn't anything to hand wash dishes with and no hand soap but we bought some for the house. Other than that it was a great stay, easy short walk to the beach. Would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcia G.

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

Perfect for families

Amazing beach home in the heart of Gulf Shores. Our kids loved the air hockey table and backyard space. It was a less than 5 min walk to the beach but on the second day our kids just hung out in the backyard because the house had its own private sand area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Quinntez G.

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

Spring Break Gulf Shores

Place was as described, nice and very close to the beach. Communication was the best part, pre trip- i recieve a link to a website for the home/area that listed everything from check in procedures to recommendations for food and activities. I referenced that guide until we left.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025