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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, video library, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Popular LocationFort Morgan1 min walk
  • Popular LocationFort Morgan Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationFort Gaines44 min drive
  • AirportPensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)84 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 8
147 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 king bed
Bedroom 3
    1 queen bed
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 4
    2 twin/single beds
Bathroom 1
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 2
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 3
    Shower

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About the area

Gulf Shores

Close to the beach.At this vacation home, you'll be steps from Fort Morgan and within a 10-minute walk of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Also, Fort Morgan Beach is within 2 miles (3 km) and Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan - 1 min walk
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 4 min drive
  • Fort Gaines - 44 min drive
  • Dauphin Island Public Beach - 50 min drive
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 85 min drive

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pirate's Bar & Grill - 51 min drive
  • Pelican Pub - 48 min drive
  • Tacky Jacks - 5 min drive
  • Skinner's Seafood - 49 min drive
  • Lighthouse Bakery - 48 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.

Book your Fall and Winter Vacation now!

'Busy Doin' Nothin' is located within a single family residential neighborhood- none of the crowded beaches, traffic, noise, etc. associated with some areas on the Gulf coast.

Restaurants and convenience stores located nearby. At last count, 13 golf courses in the area, Bon Secure National Wildlife Refuge, the Mobile Bay Ferry, Fort Morgan Historic Site, Alabama Birding Trail are all close by. For those that desire to 'shop 'til you drop', the Rivera Centre contains in excess of 100 factory outlet stores and is located in nearby Foley (approximately 10 miles north of Gulf Shores).

The world's most beautiful beach is located approximately 100 yards from your front door. The home has a wagon for your use in carrying necessary beach supplies, chairs, etc.- most of which are available at the home for your use. Because the home is located on the Fort Morgan Peninsula, Mobile Bay is directly north of the home, less than a 1/4 mile away, and offers fishing, crabbing, shrimping, etc. The home has crab traps available for your use-you will need to bring your own fishing equipment. A fishing pier is located on the Fort Morgan Historic Site and is available for your use at a nominal charge, and well as the public boat launch.

Alcohol is allowed on our beaches. As are pets. Please Contact me for any questions Regarding my Property- TINA

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Property manager

Tina Scarborough.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 5 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1580 sq ft (147 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 5 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: DOGS ONLY - MUST Disclose Pet at time of Booking

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Book your Fall and Winter Vacation now! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 97 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 97 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

George H.

Indecisive owner
The property was fine, although there was sand in one of the beds and a towel full of someone's hair, but overall okay. However the owner (who consented to us bringing 5 dogs, which I paid an extra fee for) tried to cancel my trip less than 24 hours prior to our arrival for a Christmas vacation. I assured her that they were well behaved. Apparently she expected a SPOTLESS place when we left. I got none of my deposit back. If you're bringing pets just a warning - make sure they don't shed!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time at Busy Doin Nothing
The house was very comfortable, spacious, and had everything we needed for a quiet vacation for my husband and I and our adult children. We will definitely look to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Standing Ovation!
We loved our month stay at Busy Doin’ Nothin’!!! It was perfect for us and our dogs. The house was well stocked, clean and nicely furnished. The back yard was great for our dogs. The location was awesome—just a couple hundred steps to the beach. We really enjoyed meeting and talking with our neighbors and several others who come every October. We had a little hiccup with our WiFi. The owner was immediately on top of it. We were sad to leave today, but we will definitely be back.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxed
Great place to stay! Plenty of room for the family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We rented this house to meet family members. Tha house was wonderful it was roomy and close to the beach. The neighborhood is quiet and beach is very family friendly and clean. The hosts were friendly and quickly responded to all our inquiries prior to our stay. Would highly recommend staying here and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach trip 2023
We had a wonderful time. Easy walk to the beach. House was very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Most Amazing Beach House!
Our family had an incredible vacation/ baseball tournament! This home was spacious, clean with amazing quiet beach access just about a football field from front door to sand! Comfy beds, nice size kitchen open to the dining area and living room. Lots of fun beach things, enjoyed some and added to the collection! Loved the covered parking, in the ground grill, outdoor shower and hose to keep the sand down in the house. The 3 full baths made it easy to clean up after the beach, tile floors throughout were easy to sweep up, laundry area was nice and bright and the berber carpet was a bonus touch in the bedrooms. Overall, very nice for a very away vacation! Thanks Tina and Joe!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Briana P.

Mostly Good
First, the good- -the A/C is a workhorse. The A/C kept us cool the whole stay! -Location is perfect! Close to the beach. -comfortable beds -wagon, beach things, nets, and crab traps provided!!! -Tina is great and very responsive. Side note- the starter supplies were more than expected due to previous reviews and enough to get us started on our stay. Issue- -there was visible dog hair on the floors and sheets of one bed. Tina took steps to resolve the issue and I am satisfied with the solution. Overall the good outweighs the one issue and I would return again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer get away
My family and I enjoyed our vacation. We were pleased to see the pictures really didn't do the place justice. Pet friendly area, and great house to stay in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kera W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas Party
My family was able to come visit for the holidays. This house was a perfect fit. Short walk to the beach and a very relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022