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AT THE BEACH! Beautiful 3 Bed and 3 Bath

Beachfront vacation home near Fort Morgan Beach

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On the beach, sun loungers
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Kiva Dunes Golf Course
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪75 min drive‬

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About the area

Gulf Shores

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Gulf Highlands vacation home, you'll find Fort Morgan Beach and Kiva Dunes Golf Course. Bon Secour Bay and Edith Hammock are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Gulf State Park - 17 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 19 min drive - 27.6 km
  • The Park at OWA - 28 min drive - 43.5 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jesse’s On The Bay - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬3 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.

AT THE BEACH! Beautiful 3 Bed and 3 Bath

If you like beach life, you will love Seashell Sanctuary. This property has it all. You name it, from a gorgeous, wide, white sand beach and beautiful water of the gulf to pools galore! It has basketball, tennis, horseshoes and shuffleboard. Hot tubs and a workout room and did I mention the beach? From the moment that you turn onto the property and drive down the beautifully landscaped, winding entry road, you will know that you have found something special. Families that discover the Plantation return year after year. It is far enough from the congested condo section, of Gulf Shores, to benefit from much less crowded beaches, yet a nice beautiful drive into town will land you at some of the best restaurants, night life, and family entertainment around including water parks, go carts and miniature golf. Seashell Sanctuary features three bedrooms and three baths on each side of the house. There are granite counter tops in the kitchen, and baths along with premium mirrors which have added a touch of class to the beach. The furniture is cleaned on a regular basis and replaced when it begins to show wear. Bring the whole family and share the expense. Seashell Sanctuary will sleep 18 people if both sides are rented. The "Abalone" side (VRBO.com/608340) will sleep 8 and the "Blue Whelk" side (VRBO.com/608341) will sleep 10. Black-out curtains gives privacy and comfort to the guest using the high quality, double pump, inflatable mattresses in the living room. The three baths really come in handy for this as well. One of the baths is located on the main level along with the living room, kitchen, and one of the king bedrooms. The other two baths are located upstairs along with the other two bedrooms. The master has an ensuite bath. Seashell Sanctuary is in a constant state of renovation and we are continuously making improvements. Some of the latest improvements are: Wood ceilings in the master bedroom, master bathroom and the kitchen. Secured, high speed internet, improved cable TV, new washer and dryer, new dishwasher, multiple smart TVs. In 2021 we added a new porch swing and new refrigerator to the “Blue Whelk” side and the “Abalone” side got a new refrigerator in 2023. Both sides received new outdoor furniture in 2023. All of the TVs are flat screens. The living room now has a 55 inch, the master has a 48 inch and the other bedrooms have 40” TVs so that you don't have to miss the big game while you are at the beach. Outdoor furniture, on the over-sized deck, will allow you to sit in comfort while enjoying your breakfast in the morning, coffee in the afternoon, and wine in the evening, all while listening to the music of the waves crashing against the sandy shore and watching the children swimming in one of the beautiful, tropically landscaped pools.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a sandy beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 deadbolt lock
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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Seashell Sanctuary ~A~ Side
3 Bedroom, 3 Bath at The Plantation Gulf Shores
3 Bedroom, 3 Bath at The Plantation Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is AT THE BEACH! Beautiful 3 Bed and 3 Bath to the airport?

This vacation home is 15.1 mi (28-min drive) away from the Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does AT THE BEACH! Beautiful 3 Bed and 3 Bath have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is AT THE BEACH! Beautiful 3 Bed and 3 Bath to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does AT THE BEACH! Beautiful 3 Bed and 3 Bath offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at AT THE BEACH! Beautiful 3 Bed and 3 Bath?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at AT THE BEACH! Beautiful 3 Bed and 3 Bath?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at AT THE BEACH! Beautiful 3 Bed and 3 Bath?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does AT THE BEACH! Beautiful 3 Bed and 3 Bath have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does AT THE BEACH! Beautiful 3 Bed and 3 Bath have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is AT THE BEACH! Beautiful 3 Bed and 3 Bath to downtown Gulf Shores?

This vacation home is 7.6 mi away from Fort Morgan.

AT THE BEACH! Beautiful 3 Bed and 3 Bath Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our time in Gulf Shores and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication, furniture, beach chairs clean. I hope we can stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky D.

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

Great Place To Stay

My husband and I really enjoyed of stay at this location. The owners were great to work with and I would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

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

Loved this house!

Loved the house, location and the amenities the Plantation offers!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Darla F.

Perfect getaway!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Seashell Sanctuary. Beautiful house and beach! Super close to beach and equipped with everything we needed. We will definitely return!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andy z.

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

Family friendly

Will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

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

Beach vacay

The closeness to the beach was great. We enjoyed our stay. It had all the things needed. Bring beach towels, luckily we did. It was a nice quiet vacation for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

heather s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is now our new favorite place to stay at The Plantation. We have been coming to The Plantation for over 10 years, and our 1st time stay here, and we loved it. The kitchen was well stocked and plenty of room. The beds were all comfortable no complaints from anyone. We had a couple of questions and Darryl was fast to respond. We cannot wait to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful property. Well equipped kitchen and beach gear. Location was outstanding for both the beach and pool. Only complaint is TV in third bedroom didn’t work but who needs a TV with such beautiful views. It was clean and quiet. Air conditioning also worked great and is a must in the summer months. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DeeAnne S.

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

Family vacation!

Property provided everything we needed from kitchen supplies to beach toys. Easy access to beach and pool was well maintained. Family is continuing to expand so may need to rent both sides next time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad L.

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

Impressive House with Plenty of Room

This was an impressive house with plenty of room. Right across from the pool and the boardwalk to the beach. House was very clean and organized. The owners had plenty of beach chairs, umbrellas, and beach toys for the little ones. Will absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

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

This is the Place

If you are looking for peace and quiet and beautiful beaches and a spacious and beautiful home to visit family in - this is the place. My husband and stepson and I had a great time. We had 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms to spread out in, the kitchen had everything we needed, the beach was a few steps away and we had access to a large indoor heated pool and great outdoor hot tub. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melody B.

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

Perfect family getaway

My husband and I stayed here with our 2 children. The property was easy to access, close to the pool, and close to the beach. The decor is beautiful. There is storage on the ground level with chairs, floats, and sand toys. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything needed to cook. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana Z.

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

Wonderful

We could not have asked for anything more. We have stayed at this location near Ft Morgan for several years but first time at this property. We have wanted to stay at this property for a long time, it usually is booked the week we come. It was perfect, I can see why it is always booked. We can’t wait to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Margie F.

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

Love the plantation

Love the plantation. Sandshell is super roomy. 7 stayed with no problems. Having beach equipment there was fantastic! The place was truly stocked! As in all vrbo rentals, the kitchen is filthy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

derek c.

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

great location

overall great stay two problems one the bedroom off the kitchen does not get enough air conditioning and second bring your own toilet paper the stuff the have is not good. other then that it was fully stocked, bikes, grill, and boogie boards to use. Had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

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

Great winter getaway!

This charming beach house did not disappoint our family, seeking a little sunshine in the dregs of February. Steps from the beach ... indoor pool, steam, room and sauna ... plenty of friendly faces. It took a little time to understand the layout of the vast resort, but once we did, we were very glad we took the time to explore. House has super soft beds, marvelous light-filled spaces, and lots of space for a family to spread out.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

Good

Good
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J.D. U.

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

We would return

The reviews capture the stay. Our highlights with a family of 4 (two children ages 7 and 4). - perfect access to the beach and two outdoor swimming pools. - kitchen and outdoor seating provided us with comfortable, efficient dining. - convenient and hassle free communication prior to arriving, during check in, and during stay. - appreciated being close but far enough away from gulf shores main drag and also close to Fort Morgan and fairy. We would return and recommend to our friends.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Exceeded Expectations!

We were delightfully pleased with our stay at the Seashell Sanctuary! The unit is very well maintained! The beds were comfy & shower pressure was on point. The access to the amenities was great - we def took advantage of the gym, sauna, indoor pool & hot tub. This was our first time vacationing to the gulf coast & the beach did not disappoint. My only complaint is that we did not have more time to stay. Thank you to Darryl and wife for being outstanding hosts! We look forward to booking again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel M.

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

2023 Seashell Sanctuary A

Loved the property! It was the perfect size to accommodate our family. The kitchen was well stocked with items necessary to cook any meal while we were there. Loved the griddle! Probably used it each time when cooking a meal. The property is conveniently located to available amenities and it was just a short walk to the beach. Only a short drive to Golf Shores for a large selections of eating establishments and shopping. For family enjoyment The Fort Morgan area was not as crowded as other beaches. Our family enjoyed the beach, multiple property pools, great restaurants, observing the Blue Angels Practice Session in Pensacola FL, Brandon Styles Theater in Foley AL, and the Blacksmith Experience in Robertsdale AL. Fabulous family vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Christian V.

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

Nice but dirty house at a busy beach

Very nice house. Had almost everything we needed. Great location close to the beach and pool. Cleanliness was poor. Lots of sand on the floors and dozens of dead roaches under the bed. Only a few live ones though. Some minor issues with the house. The refrigerator temp selector is broken and all our food and drinks froze. Some burned out light bulbs. Beach and pool were nice but very busy when we stayed in late June.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

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

Perfect location, fantastic host!

This property is just beautiful. The design and furnishings are lovely, and every room reminds you you're on vacation! The proximity to the beach is perfect. Absolutely no trouble running back to the house if you've forgotten something. The beach is gorgeous, with water clean enough that you can see the fish several feet under, and small waves that are perfect for children. We had some bug issues, which is totally understandable given that the news keeps saying bugs have been really bad this summer. However, what I want to highlight is that Darryl (host) was on the phone with me within 10 minutes of my sending him a message Saturday night, and he had someone out to spray for bugs on Monday morning. He is such a nice guy, and truly cares about his property and guests' experience. All in all, no complaints and we'd happily stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Seashell Sanctuary A Side

Can't say enough wonderful things about this beach house.....The location was fabulous...across the street from pool and hot tub .....about a 2 1/2 minute walk to the beach. The Beach house was absolutley perfect for my family. All the remodeling and upgrades were beautiful - granite countertops in kitchen and bathrooms...new kitchen appliances, stylish, clean furniture and decor. The master suite upstairs was perfect - a walkout balcony with a stunning sunrise beach view - we loved having our morning coffee on the balcony watching the sunrise. My young adult daugthers and six year old grandson loved the beach - they snorkeled and saw sting rays....one day we saw dolphins playing in the surf. Communication with owner was great and helpful. We highly reccommend this property and can't wait to return ourselves.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Krisha H.

What to know, before you go!

PROS: Great location, especially if you like a slower pace. Beautifully decorated inside. Beach was pretty and white sand. Lots of pool access....but lots of little kids and noise. CONS: no screens in the house windows. Unable to see through most of the windows due to broken seals. Broken beach umbrella, not equiped for out of town guests who can't bring their own. No cooler. No wifi at house, and no password or sign on provided for guests. And 12 + miles to town. Strange mirror located above master bed on the 20 foot cove ceiling. Appeared to cover and old skylight (?) But i am not sure if there was a camera behind it or not. Just kind of creepy and odd.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017