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Stunning Beachfront • Private • Remodeled • Game Room • 5BR • 200+5-Star Reviews

Beachfront vacation home near Gulf Shores Beach

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Exterior
Property grounds
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16240 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Lagoon Pass Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the area

Gulf Shores

On the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Gulf Shores vacation home, you'll find Gulf Shores Beach and West Beach. Also, Lagoon Pass Park is within 2 miles (3 km) and Wade Ward Nature Park is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • West Beach - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Lagoon Pass Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 8 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Fort Morgan - 38 min drive - 52.0 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Happy Pappy Coffee House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬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.

Stunning Beachfront • Private • Remodeled • Game Room • 5BR • 200+5-Star Reviews

Karson’s Kastle — Gulf-Front Luxury with Peaceful Privacy & Stunning Views

Welcome to Karson’s Kastle, a beautifully remodeled beach house that offers one of the most peaceful and scenic settings in Gulf Shores. Located just half a mile past the last condo, this home feels like your own private island — yet it’s only 7 minutes from The Hangout and all the action.

Sleeps 16 | 5 Bedrooms | 4 King Bedrooms + Custom Bunks + Air Mattress, 4.5 baths

Four bedrooms face the beach with large windows and private balconies.

Main floor master suite includes a full bath with jacuzzi tub and a powder bath.

Upstairs: three king bedrooms with Gulf views and deck access, plus a custom bunk room with two queens below and two twins above — perfect for kids — with its own bath and balcony.

One queen air mattress also available.

Beachfront Living with Open Floor Plan

Kitchen, dining, and great room offer panoramic Gulf views.

Spacious layout ideal for families and groups.

Across the street: lagoon-front homes on large lots,

Game Room & Outdoor Amenities

Under-house game room includes pool table, cornhole, hammock, outdoor TV, and all-new patio furniture.

Weber gas grill for cookouts.

We provide 4 beach chairs and 2 beach recliners.

Modern Comforts & Recent Upgrades

Recently remodeled: new windows, doors, siding, and paint.

50" TVs in bedrooms, 75" TV in living room.

High-seating patio chairs for elevated, unobstructive East and West private views from all balconies!

PRIME LOCATION!
Just 1 mile from Lagoon Pass — the quiet side of Gulf Shores.

7 minutes to The Hangout, restaurants, and shopping.

As one repeat guest said: “You’d think you were on your own private island.”

Nearby Recreation

The Bodenhamer Center is 15 minutes away with fitness, indoor pool, basketball, and games — only $10/day per person. Learn more

Book Direct with the Owner

Enjoy personal service and we are just a text or phone call away!

We are humbled by over 5-star reviews from over 200 past guests.

Also available: VRBO 446929 — Penthouse Condo in Phoenix West II with 250+ five-star reviews.

Interested in Buying?

I’m a licensed Alabama realtor with 30+ years of experience in investment properties. If you’re considering purchasing a condo or beach home, I’d love to help — and offer discounted commission fees to all our guests.
Thank you,
Mark

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • 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.
  • 14 steps to reach entrance
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • 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 ocean
  • On a private island
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,580 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 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

No high school or college age drinking parties allowed No Smoking in house $500 extra fee for weddings
We do not refund for power outages, inclement weather or other disruptions to appliances, amenities of complex so please purchase travel insurance
Each guest will be financially responsible for damage done to the property beyond normal wear and tear. Person who rents home must occupy it.

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 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 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Peaceful Beach Front 4 Beachfront Bedrooms Balcony's game Room
Peaceful Beach Front 4 Beachfront Bedrooms Balcony's game Room

Frequently asked questions

How close is Stunning Beachfront • Private • Remodeled • Game Room • 5BR • 200+5-Star Reviews to the airport?

This vacation home is 41.3 mi (75-min drive) away from the Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Stunning Beachfront • Private • Remodeled • Game Room • 5BR • 200+5-Star Reviews have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Stunning Beachfront • Private • Remodeled • Game Room • 5BR • 200+5-Star Reviews to the beach?

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

Does Stunning Beachfront • Private • Remodeled • Game Room • 5BR • 200+5-Star Reviews offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Stunning Beachfront • Private • Remodeled • Game Room • 5BR • 200+5-Star Reviews?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Stunning Beachfront • Private • Remodeled • Game Room • 5BR • 200+5-Star Reviews?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Stunning Beachfront • Private • Remodeled • Game Room • 5BR • 200+5-Star Reviews?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Stunning Beachfront • Private • Remodeled • Game Room • 5BR • 200+5-Star Reviews have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Stunning Beachfront • Private • Remodeled • Game Room • 5BR • 200+5-Star Reviews have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Stunning Beachfront • Private • Remodeled • Game Room • 5BR • 200+5-Star Reviews to downtown Gulf Shores?

This vacation home is 4.2 mi away from Gulf Shores.

Stunning Beachfront • Private • Remodeled • Game Room • 5BR • 200+5-Star Reviews Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 224 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 224 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 224 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 224 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 224 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

Liked: Cleanliness
I’ve stayed at a lot of Vrbo homes and Mark is the most accommodating host I’ve ever had!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Machelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay! The property was very clean, well stocked, and comfortable for our family. The Christmas tree was a lovely touch. Great views, easy walk to the beach, and prompt, helpful communication from the host. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tietje G., Oklahoma

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful beach views; clean rooms; kitchen is fairly well equipped-not quite a gourmet kitchen, though; (however, kitchen could use a bit of organization so it would be easier to find things, plus we sure wished there was a pantry-or shelving in laundry room); lots of seating space in living room; love the game room downstairs; primary bedroom is spacious; upstairs kind beds were comfy; host was very responsive to questions; great place to spend a vacation with family and/or friends.
View of house from the beach
Found some starfish on the beach
Beautiful sunsets from the back balcony
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabacon C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Karson’s Kastle is an outstanding vacation home. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house was perfect for our family. Very clean and comfortable. We didn't need to contact the hosts for anything because everything needed was taken care of.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie I.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a great place to stay! Lots of happy memories were made. Everything was clean and we had everything we needed. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

sara w., magnolia, tx

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved being right on the beach, sea shells galore and dolphins. This home was perfect for our family, with 4 and half baths, nobody had the wait. Layout was great and very comfortable.. kitchen amenities were pretty good. Even the patio didnt miss abeat with pool table, tv and games. Very clean, and beds nobody had any complaints. Totally would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D., Walworth, Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness
We spent our family vacation in Gulf Shores at this beautiful house. It was close enough to take walks to the downtown of Gulf Shores. Our family enjoyed all of the amenities the vacation home had to offer. The outside tv, pool table and vast selection of beach equipment was nice to have available for our family. Mark and Debbie were easy to reach and very helpful. I would definitely plan another family trip at this location.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent VRBO property! One of the cleanest we've stayed in. Proximity to the beach, restaurants and retail...perfect. This house has everything you need for a fantastic visit to Gulf Shores.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property. It was like having our private beach. Beach views from the house are great. Shallow water quite a ways out was good for the younger kids. Lots of dolphin views from the house and a close dolphin encounter while in the water. The house was super clean including all decks. Very well stocked kitchen.Spacious common areas to accommodate our group of 11. Comfortable beds. Nice beach chairs and lots of beach accessories. Texted questions to Mark, the owner, several times and he was super responsive. Far enough from town to be quiet and close enough to access activities and restaurants. There is nothing negative to say and I highly recommend this property.
Make sure you get up for the sunrises.
This picture summarizes our trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We have stayed here before, it’s a fantastic and well-maintained property that is perfect for our family. The owners are very responsive as well. If you are looking for a home in Gulf Shores this place is perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a family vacation. Plenty of space and best stocked kitchen of any house we have ever stayed. Game area great for evening gathering w lots of chairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous

Great location and very relaxing!! Home was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was very accommodating for family members. Overall a fabulous home with an exceptional view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing all around! Thank you for a wonderful family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey T.

Liked: Cleanliness

2025 Family Vacation

Beautiful house in a great location!! The private beach was awesome. Enjoyed the week with our adult children and grandchildren for our 40th wedding anniversary.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Beach House Rental!!

We had the most relaxing vacation ever! The home was perfect, plenty of room, and the kitchen had everything we needed. We will definitely return here.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Family Beach Trip

Beautiful! This house is spacious and comfortable with spectacular ocean views. Our family of 7 adults had plenty of room and comfortable seating both inside and outside. With our family group expanding to 7 this year, we opted for a house for our May trip to the beach. Karson’s Kastle did not disappoint.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Week

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Mark was wonderful to work with before and during our stay. We had an issue with the upstairs air conditioner and Mark was very responsive. He had an HVAC company at the house within a few hours to get it up and running. The house was very convenient to restaurants and the kids loved being able to run back and forth from the beach for snacks and additional beach items. We will definitely plan to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at the Kastle

One of the best houses we've stayed at in the 10 years we've been coming down to Gulf Shores. It was ready on time and clean as a whistle. What small issues we had were handled very quickly. The property manager responded very quickly to our messages and with the fixes. Easy peasy walk to the beach with the artificial grass walkway. Lots of beach chairs and toys to use and the whole family loved the pool table. Nice having both a charcoal and gas grill to use. We highly recommend this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025