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Island Winds West 178 Balcony On The Beach!

Beachfront condo near Gulf Shores Beach

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A beach with clear water, a sandy shore, and a clear sky.
A pool area with a view of the beach, lounge chairs, and a lifeguard stand.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 676 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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

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About the area

Gulf Shores

On the beach.With a stay at this well-placed condo, you'll be half a mile (1 km) from Gulf Shores Beach and within 2 miles (3 km) of Gulf State Park. Little Lagoon and The Hangout are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Little Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gulf State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Waterville USA - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Island Winds West 178 Balcony On The Beach!

Island Winds West 178 is a beautifully updated beachfront condo located in the heart of Gulf Shores, Alabama. This spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom ground-floor retreat offers direct beach access, stunning Gulf views, and accommodations for up to 6 guests, making it perfect for families, couples, or a relaxing coastal getaway.

Inside, you’ll find a bright open-concept living space designed for comfort and convenience. The living room features comfortable seating, a queen sleeper sofa, and easy access to the private beachfront patio area. The updated kitchen includes granite countertops, a tile backsplash, modern appliances, and bar seating, making meal preparation and gathering with family and friends easy and enjoyable.

The primary bedroom offers a king bed with a private en-suite bathroom, while the guest bedroom also features a king bed with access to a second full bathroom. Both bedrooms are thoughtfully designed with coastal-inspired décor to create a relaxing atmosphere after a day at the beach.

Guests can enjoy fantastic on-site amenities including a heated beachfront pool, gazebo area, fitness room, and direct access to the sugar-white sand beaches of the Gulf Coast.

Island Winds West 178 is conveniently located near many of Gulf Shores’ most popular attractions including Gulf State Park, The Hangout, Waterville USA, local seafood restaurants, shopping, fishing charters, and live entertainment venues throughout Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.

Whether you’re planning a family beach vacation, romantic escape, or long weekend by the water, Island Winds West 178 offers the perfect blend of comfort, location, and coastal charm.

Important Information:

On-site paid parking is available and managed by the property’s HOA. Parking passes may be purchased ahead of time or upon arrival and are valid for the duration of your stay. Please display the pass clearly on your driver’s side dashboard at all times while on property. Rates are set by the HOA and are subject to change without notice.
U-Hauls, trailers, boats, jet skis, buses, and similar vehicles are not permitted on the property.

Minimum rental age is 25 years old.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool

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: 821 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

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Island Winds West 178 Balcony On The Beach! to the airport?

This condo is 3.4 mi (6-min drive) away from the Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Island Winds West 178 Balcony On The Beach! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.

How close is Island Winds West 178 Balcony On The Beach! to the beach?

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

Does Island Winds West 178 Balcony On The Beach! offer free breakfast?

This condo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Island Winds West 178 Balcony On The Beach!?

No, there is no casino at this condo.

What time is check-in at Island Winds West 178 Balcony On The Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Island Winds West 178 Balcony On The Beach!?

Free parking is not available at this condo.

Does Island Winds West 178 Balcony On The Beach! have a pool?

Yes, there's a heated pool.

Does Island Winds West 178 Balcony On The Beach! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this condo.

How close is Island Winds West 178 Balcony On The Beach! to downtown Gulf Shores?

This condo is 0.4 mi away from Gulf Shores.

Island Winds West 178 Balcony On The Beach! Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Israel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

The location is absolutely perfect!!

Check in and out was right there on property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Family Vacation

Beautiful view, easy beach access. We enjoyed the swimming pool area being able to have shade as well as sun.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

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

Perfect for us

The condo was very clean and pleasant. Location was perfect for 2 teenage girls to walk to shops and the Hangout. Loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

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

Island Winds West Stay

Nice property, was just like it was listed. Would go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jason p.

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

Excellent!

Location was great and condo was very nice
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mindy S.

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

Before School Get-Away

Comfortable and clean!!! A little smaller than I imagined, but still fit us comfortably. Check-in/out was very quick and easy as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Christina P.

March 29-April 2

Very nice view and people. Condo was tight for 3 adults and 3 teenagers. Really enjoyed our first trip to Gulf Shores!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette S.

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

SHRIMP FEST

GREAT LOCATION FOR SHRIMP FEST ONLY PROBLEM IS PARKING. IF THE PROPERTY DESIGNATED PARKING PLACES FOR EACH UNIT AND MARKED THEM THIS WOULD BE A GREAT PLACE TO STAY.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and quaint

Clean and easy to get to the beach. The beds were wonderful. We thought being that close to the pool, the kids would keep us up late but we did not hear a thing. The only update I would suggest is, investing in keyless entry. Too hard to manage keys.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Trish B.

Better than expected

We booked this very last minute. We received an email that the grounds was doing some upgrading and we may not have access to our balcony or the pool. It was Memorial Day weekend and we had access to both. Pool was great temp, kiddie pool could have been cleaned better but our 16 month old twins loved it. Condo was perfect for our needs and the first floor was fantastic. Still had great views and not too far to go. Beach access was great and not too crowded.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

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

outdated

was disappointed on how outdated all furnishings were. Kitchen cabinets falling apart, junk under sink way too many ornamental decorations that were in the way collecting dust. Dining area light fixture was put into wall which appears to be a fire hazard. Area rugs tripping hazard. Ran out of T.P. …at least office should make available for sale. Outdoor patio furniture falling apart. Location was good, just felt this unit stopped in time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandra O.

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

Parking passes

The stay was great. The only issue was we were supposed to get two parking passes we got one and was told because it was a holiday and parking was limited we could only get one. The next day we complained and got the other parking pass. Otherwise, the condo was clean and the security was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

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