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Sara’s Saving Grace | Spacious 3BR Beach Home w/ Porch & Golf Cart | Sleeps 8

Gulf Shores vacation home in Gulf Highlands area

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A swimming pool with palm trees and a clear view of the ocean.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, and a large island with a sink.
An aerial view of a house with a swimming pool, surrounded by trees and a fenced deck area.
A covered patio with a table and chairs, a hammock, and a view of the surrounding greenery.
A spacious living room with a red sofa, a patterned armchair, a wooden cabinet, and a dining table with chairs.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8187 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiva Dunes Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪72 min drive‬

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About the area

Gulf Shores

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this Gulf Highlands vacation home, you'll find Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Also, Bon Secour Bay is within half a mile (1 km) and Edith Hammock is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 16 min drive - 23.7 km
  • The Wharf - 18 min drive - 29.3 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jesse’s On The Bay - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coast @ The Beach Club - ‬4 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.

Sara’s Saving Grace | Spacious 3BR Beach Home w/ Porch & Golf Cart | Sleeps 8

WELCOME TO SARA’S SAVING GRACE – A SPACIOUS, PET-FRIENDLY GULF SHORES RETREAT




TOP REASONS TO BOOK

• Spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath single-story home with over 2,000 sq. ft.

• Primary suite with king bed, walk-in closet, garden tub, separate shower, and double vanity

• Three porches including screened back porch with views of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge

• Outdoor amenities include shower, charcoal grill, garage, and electric golf cart

• Close walk or bike ride to Martinique pools, beaches, fitness center, and tennis courts



QUICK-VIEW BEDDING SUMMARY

PRIMARY BEDROOM: King bed

GUEST BEDROOM 1: Queen bed

GUEST BEDROOM 2: Two bunk beds (twins)



HOME LAYOUT

FIRST FLOOR: Guest bedroom with queen bed and private bath. Primary bedroom with king bed, walk-in closet, en-suite bath with garden tub and separate shower; bunk room with two sets of bunks (twin over twin)

LIVING & DINING AREA: Open-concept living and dining space with 47" LCD TV, seating, and access to screened porch

KITCHEN: Fully appointed kitchen with breakfast counter, refrigerator with icemaker, microwave, dishwasher, and laundry area with full-size washer and dryer

OUTDOOR: Three porches, outdoor shower, charcoal grill, garage, and wildlife-view backyard



PROPERTY DETAILS

Welcome to SARA’S SAVING GRACE, formerly "Julia’s by the Sea," a beautifully updated Gulf Shores vacation rental. Sleeping up to 8 guests, this single-story home offers spacious living with 12-foot ceilings, central air, and ceiling fans throughout. The primary suite features a new Sealy king mattress, and all bedrooms are furnished with new furniture and flat-screen TVs. Relax on the screened porch overlooking the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, enjoy the large backyard, or take the electric golf cart to nearby Martinique pools, beaches, and tennis courts. Perfect for families or groups looking for comfort, convenience, and a connection to nature.



IMPORTANT NOTES

You must be 25 or older to book this property. No smoking. No parties or events. No pets are allowed at this vacation rental. Boats, trailers, and motorcycles are not allowed. Golf carts cannot be parked in the condo lot or on non-prepared surfaces (sand, landscaping, dirt, or yards). Guests are responsible for any fines incurred for violations of association rules.

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  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

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.
  • Single level property
  • 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 sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,011 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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

1665-182099
Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sara’s Saving Grace | Spacious 3BR Beach Home w/ Porch & Golf Cart | Sleeps 8 to the airport?

This vacation home is 13.4 mi (19-min drive) away from the Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sara’s Saving Grace | Spacious 3BR Beach Home w/ Porch & Golf Cart | Sleeps 8 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Sara’s Saving Grace | Spacious 3BR Beach Home w/ Porch & Golf Cart | Sleeps 8 to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 7-minute walk from Fort Morgan Beach and 15 mi (22-min drive) from Gulf Shores Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sara’s Saving Grace | Spacious 3BR Beach Home w/ Porch & Golf Cart | Sleeps 8 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sara’s Saving Grace | Spacious 3BR Beach Home w/ Porch & Golf Cart | Sleeps 8?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Sara’s Saving Grace | Spacious 3BR Beach Home w/ Porch & Golf Cart | Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Sara’s Saving Grace | Spacious 3BR Beach Home w/ Porch & Golf Cart | Sleeps 8?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Sara’s Saving Grace | Spacious 3BR Beach Home w/ Porch & Golf Cart | Sleeps 8 have a pool?

This vacation home features an indoor pool.

Does Sara’s Saving Grace | Spacious 3BR Beach Home w/ Porch & Golf Cart | Sleeps 8 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Sara’s Saving Grace | Spacious 3BR Beach Home w/ Porch & Golf Cart | Sleeps 8 to downtown Gulf Shores?

This vacation home is 9.3 mi away from Fort Morgan.

Sara’s Saving Grace | Spacious 3BR Beach Home w/ Porch & Golf Cart | Sleeps 8 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 32 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
House was very nice and was a good space for our family of 6. The Martinique complex was a very nice, quiet community. Both pools were very nice. It was great having a golf cart to ride around the community. Thank you for a wonderful week.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Britni B.

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

Beach house

The home was beautiful, clean& cert accommodating for our family size. The property manager checked in via text and was very quick on responses. Look forward to staying there again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tamela S.

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

Super nice, golf cart and right on the beach, pool and all the fun activities to relax.

We'll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paige S.

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

Sara’s

Location was the best thing about the property. Right across from the pool. There was great communication with the rental company. But the house needed some upgrading
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

cliff h.

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

Fall Break

Great value
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice K.

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

Lovely home

The house was very nice. Primary mattress a tad too soft and bouncy for us. When one person moved the other did too.The place was very clean except the carpets need shampooing. generalcleanshampooing
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Chicago, IL

2024 Gulf Shores

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time. Sunset has been wonderful to rent from for the fourth time in as many years. They are very responsive if you have any issues.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Katie S.

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

Don’t stay in this house!

We LOVE Martinique, but don’t stay in this house! Pick any other residence. House was dirty. Blind in the master wouldn't close. I had to change clothes in the closet. Stove top didn't work. Windows and screens had mold growing on them. Patio furniture was filthy, and paint would chip off onto your skin, if you sat on it. Ceiling fans were caked in dust. Mattresses and pillows were lumpy and uncomfortable. Bugs all over the house. Golf cart was duct taped together. Microwave was rusty. Light bulbs were burnt out. Kitchen sink faucet was broken. All the furniture was worn out. The kitchen table had a chair with no seat in it. I have picture of everything. I texted and called property manager with NO RESPONSE!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Drew M.

Least possible service

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our vacation experience was a 1 out of 5. This house has zero beach towels, zero beach chairs, one roll of toilet paper per bathroom, one roll of paper towels, one garbage bag. That's it. They expect you to bring these items to vacation with you. There are no extra sheets or blankets for the pull out couch. There are two grills. Both are charcoal and both should be thrown away because they are in such disrepair. Don't expect to have a fun family bbq at this house. The gym needs a special access badge that was not in the house when we arrived. It took more than 24 hours to have it delivered. The wifi never worked on the trip at all. The management said they were working on too many other issues to fix our wifi. This house is nice, the "staff" was awful. To top this off, we left a cooler in the room. It is obvious that the renters shouldn't leave stuff. However, when we asked the staff, they were rude and non-responsive. They found the cooler, which I am thankful for but when I asked for a simple status update they took multiple days. Actually, it took 13 days to respond to a question for a status update. The bottom line is the location is great. The house is better than average. The staff doesn't know what good hospitality looks like. I would rent from another owner in this property, not this house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Reed E.

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

Great place to get away

Sara's Saving Grace was a great property to stay at. The house was very clean and inviting. It's a short golf cart ride to one of 1 pools and the beach. We would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Great Family Experience

“It was fun”. “I loved it”. - happy kids and wife. Pool/beach/tennis all in walking distance. Tourist activities/restaurants a short drive down the road.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

Sara's saving grace

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Property description was accurate. Amenities are great. Love the location away from town.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kara P.

Wonderful week

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was extremely clean. Updated decor an open and airy feel. Martinique is a very nice neighborhood with pretty grounds. The house was about an 8 minute walk to the beach and a 3 minute golf cart ride. The beach was beautiful and clean! We had a great stay at Sara’s Saving Grace!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve f.

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

Martinique

We love Martinique and Fort Morgan!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F.

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

Perfect vaca on the beach

The house was wonderful for our party of 6. Great access to the pools and also the beach. Only issue was with the dryer malfunctioning the last day of our trip. Very great property and will definitely visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Great place!

Really nice house with everything you need to have a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Walter P.

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

Great vacation with the family.

Great location away from the Gulf Shores traffic. Nice beach!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nikki W.

LOVED!!!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great stay. Loved everything about this house and the Martinique. Great location. The house was extremely clean. We walked in and it smelled amazing. The golf cart was so helpful with getting to and from the beach. The house had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. We will definitely be back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Davis H.

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

Beautiful house with plenty of amenities

We have been staying at a friend’s house in Martinique on the Gulf for many years. This was our first stay at a different property. It was absolutely beautiful, well located and immaculately clean. All is exactly as described. Ignore the prior reviews about the kitchen. It is well appointed with high-end appliances and has all of the cookware you would ever need. But, this part of the Gulf has incredible fresh seafood, so make sure to also get out to the MANY great restaurants within a 3 minute to 15 minute drive from this house.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

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

Sara’s was a great spot

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was better than expected — very spacious, lovely decorations, perfect location. The kids enjoyed the easy access to the heated pool and riding the golf cart to the beach. As others have said, supplies are bare bones — bring your own cleaning supplies and everything else you can think of.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

sharon h.

Peaceful respite during crazy times

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home was immaculate and wonderfully located. A 1 minute walk to the nearest pool and a 3 minute golf cart ride to the other and the beach. BedsWerr comfortable and shower pressure amazing. Only short coming is kitchen supplies. Only 2 large and 1 small frying pan. Made cooking meals a bit trickier than expected. Grill is charcoal which prevented us from using (too much time and effort). I would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is a great home with plenty of space, a great location, and a very professional management company. Check in and check out were a breeze, the home was clean, and the description is accurate. The pictures are not up to date as some updates have been made (carpet, paint, bedding). My only disappointment was that there were no cleaning tools (broom, dust pan). There was a vacuum that was not working properly. Due to Covid I brought cleaning items (bleach, additional dish clothes & towels, sponges, dishwasher detergent, and dish soap) because I did not know what would be available. I was glad I did because there was nothing. The home was clean, but I would have liked to been able to sweep up messes. In addition the kitchen had basics only. Again, I brought items (sandwich bags, garbage bags, paper towel, napkins, paper plates, body soap, toilet paper, kleenex) not knowing what would be provided due to Covid and I needed all of the above. I would stay at this property again, and recommend it to friends. I would definitely suggest brining extra of what you use daily.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann S.

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

Sara’s Saving Grace

We loved this property! Such a plus to be a single family home! The community was outstanding, all the natural growth made it feel so welcoming. All the houses are nestled into the natural beauty. The golf cart was a big selling point for us too. It made things so much easier going to the beach and just strolling the community. I would highly recommend staying here😎 Oh yeah and no stairs!!! Woohoo!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

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

Lovely house in great neighborhood

The home is perfect for families with children. We loved the location, convenient access to beach via quick cart ride, and the quiet surroundings in Martinique neighborhood. Home included all of the essentials, and the property owner was very helpful with what to bring, etc. We will gladly stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Penny M.

Great location!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Sara’s Saving Grace is in a perfect location in Martinique at Fort Morgan Alabama ! It sits right about in the middle of Martinique and is right by one of the two pools there. The house is beautiful and has plenty of room!! The perfect get away spot!!!!

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