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Bella Vista | 8BR Gulf-Front w/ Pool

Propriété de vacances près de Plage Gulf Shores Beach à Gulf Shores

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Un espace piscine avec vue sur la plage.
Un coin repas avec une table et des chaises en bois, un lustre et un tableau abstrait aux couleurs vives accroché au mur.
Une terrasse en bois avec une rambarde donnant sur une plage.
Un escalier menant à une plage d’où l’on a une vue dégagée sur l’océan.
Une maison de plage à plusieurs étages, dotée d’un balcon, d’une terrasse en bois et d’un chemin d’accès à la plage.

Avis

9,6 sur 10 – 
Exceptionnel

Maison entière

8 chambres8 salles de bain340 m²

Commodités populaires

  • Piscine
  • Cuisine
  • Laveuse
  • Sécheuse
  • Climatisation
  • Barbecue

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Little Lagoon
    ‪2 min à pied‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪5 min à pied‬
  • Place, Lagoon Pass Park
    ‪8 min à pied‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, Alabama (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪11 min en voiture‬

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À propos du quartier

Gulf Shores

Au bord de l’eau.À 5 minutes de marche de propriété de vacances, vous trouverez West Beach et Lagoon Pass Park. De plus, Plage Gulf Shores Beach est à moins de 1 km et Orange Beach Beaches est à moins de 10 km.

À proximité

  • Little Lagoon - 2 min à pied - 0.2 km
  • West Beach - 5 min à pied - 0.4 km
  • Lagoon Pass Park - 8 min à pied - 0.7 km
  • Plage Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min en voiture - 0.7 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 6 min en voiture - 5.9 km

Transport

  • Gulf Shores, Alabama (GUF-Jack Edwards) : à 16 min en voiture

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬7 min en voiture
  • ‪The Catch - ‬6 min en voiture
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬7 min en voiture
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬6 min en voiture
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬6 min en voiture

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Hébergement entier

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Bella Vista | 8BR Gulf-Front w/ Pool

Summary:

Bella Vista, hosted by Current Tides, is a spacious Gulf-front beach house in Gulf Shores designed for large group getaways. This 8-bedroom, 8-bathroom home sleeps up to 22 guests and features recent updates throughout, a private LED-lit pool, and a dedicated theater room. A Gulf-front deck and private boardwalk provide direct beach access, while the elevator, expansive kitchen with double appliances, and multiple private suites make hosting big families or reunions comfortable and convenient. Ideal for groups looking for a private beachfront home with room to gather and relax.



The Space:

Bella Vista, hosted by Current Tides, is a spacious 8-bedroom Gulf-front beach house in Gulf Shores designed for large families, group vacations, and reunions by the water. With room for up to 22 guests and direct access to the beach, this home offers the space, comfort, and location needed for an easy and memorable coastal stay.



Recently updated throughout, Bella Vista features refreshed décor, new flooring, updated furnishings, and brand-new beds and mattresses for a comfortable night’s sleep after long beach days. The open-concept living and dining area provides plenty of room to gather, while the fully equipped kitchen includes two refrigerators, two dishwashers, and generous counter space—ideal for preparing meals for a crowd. A private theater room adds a great option for movie nights or downtime indoors.



Outdoor living is just as impressive. The private Gulf-front pool is perfect for relaxing after the beach, and the updated deck sits just steps from the sand. A private boardwalk provides direct beach access, making it easy to move between the house and the shoreline.



Located on West Beach in Gulf Shores, Bella Vista is within walking distance of West Beach Pass, where Little Lagoon meets the Gulf—a scenic and popular stretch of coastline. Covered parking and an elevator make arrival and unloading simple, especially for larger groups.



The home is thoughtfully laid out across three levels. The first floor includes a queen bedroom with full bath, the theater room, and the main living space. The second level features a Gulf-front primary suite with king bed and spa-style bathroom, an additional Gulf-facing king bedroom, a queen bedroom with private bath, and a custom queen-over-queen bunk room with personal TVs. A washer and dryer are conveniently located on this level. The third floor includes another Gulf-front king suite, an additional king bedroom with full bath, and a bunk room with four twin bunks—each with its own TV and private bath, offering great space for kids or teens.



Additional features include an outdoor shower, beachside deck, wheelchair-friendly bathroom access on the second floor, and multiple gathering areas for both indoor and outdoor time together.



Bella Vista is well suited for multi-generational families, large groups, and anyone searching for a private beachfront home in Gulf Shores with a pool and direct beach access. If you’re planning a reunion, holiday gathering, or extended beach vacation, this home offers the space, layout, and location to make it happen comfortably.



Guest Access:

Entry to the unit is simple with our digital lock system—just use the unique code provided before your stay. Unit includes private parking on property and can comfortably fit 8 vehicles. 4 vehicles can fit underneath the house and 4 can park in front of the home.



The Neighborhood:

Walkable Dining & Nearby Spots

- Island Ice Cream - 0.3 miles (5–7 min walk) Easy stop for ice cream, snacks, and quick treats after the beach

- Janino's Pizza - 0.4 miles (7–9 min walk) Casual local pizza spot great for takeout or a laid-back dinner



Walkable Essentials

- Pier 33 Grocery & Package Store - 0.2 miles (3–5 min walk) Convenient for groceries, drinks, and beach supplies



Nearby Favorites (Short Drive)

- Bahama Bob's Beach Side Cafe - 1 mile (3–5 min drive) Popular beachfront seafood spot with relaxed Gulf views

- The Hangout - 2 miles (5–7 min drive) Iconic beach restaurant with live music and family-friendly events

- Sunliner Diner - 2 miles (5–7 min drive) Retro-style diner serving breakfast, burgers, and shakes

- Souvenir City - 2 miles (5–7 min drive) Classic beach shop for souvenirs and gifts



Other Things to Note:

Please note that during the peak summer months this unit only allows Saturday to Saturday bookings.



Interaction with Guests:

A link with check-in and out details, door code, and Wi-Fi login will be texted to you within 3 days of your arrival. Feel free to reply via text or call our local team based in Gulf Shores, AL, for assistance.

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Commodités de l’hébergement

Plage

  • Plage à proximité

Piscine/spa

  • Piscine commune
  • Piscine privée

Internet

  • Disponible dans la maison : Wi-Fi

Stationnement et transport

  • Options de stationnement sur place incluant un garage

Cuisine

  • Batterie de cuisine, vaisselle et couverts
  • Cafetière-théière
  • Four
  • Four à micro-ondes
  • Grille-pain
  • Lave-vaisselle
  • Réfrigérateur
  • Surface de cuisson

Restauration

  • Table de salle à manger

Chambres

  • 8 chambres
  • Draps fournis

Salle de bain

  • 8 salles de bain
  • Douche

Lieux de séjour

  • Salle de séjour
  • Table de salle à manger

Divertissement

  • Téléviseur avec chaînes par câble/satellite

Espaces extérieurs

  • Balcon
  • Barbecue

Buanderie

  • Installations de buanderie
  • Laveuse

Espaces de travail

  • Bureau

Confort

  • Chauffage
  • Climatisation

Animaux de compagnie

  • Aucun animal de compagnie autorisé

Accessibilité

  • Hébergement non-fumeurs

Services et commodités

  • Fer et planche à repasser

Points d’intérêt de l’endroit

  • Sur la rive

Dispositifs de sécurité

  • Aucun détecteur de monoxyde de carbone ou appareil au gaz (L’hôte a indiqué qu’il n’y avait pas de détecteur de monoxyde de carbone ni d’appareils au gaz dans l’hébergement.)
  • Détecteur de fumée (L’hôte a indiqué qu’il y avait un détecteur de fumée dans l’hébergement.)

Information générale

  • Taille de l’unité : 3 662 pieds carrés

Politiques

Arrivée

Arrivée à partir de 16 h
Âge minimal pour l’enregistrement : 25 ans

Départ

L’heure limite de départ est 10 h.

Instructions spéciales pour l’enregistrement

L’hôte vous enverra un courriel contenant les instructions relatives à l’arrivée et au départ.
Les renseignements fournis par l’hébergement peuvent être traduits au moyen d’outils de traduction automatique.

Règles

-Minimum age limit to rent this unit is 25. -Balcony: No hanging towels or swimsuits on the railing, and don’t drop items off the balcony. -Respect...

Animaux de compagnie

  • Les animaux ne sont pas acceptés.

Enfants et lits supplémentaires

  • Children are welcome.

Événements

Aucun événement autorisé

Fumeurs/non-fumeurs

Interdis de fumer

Renseignements importants

À savoir

Des frais par personne supplémentaire peuvent s’appliquer et varient selon les politiques de l’hébergement.
Une pièce d’identité avec photo émise par le gouvernement et un dépôt en espèces, une carte de crédit ou une carte de débit pour couvrir les frais accessoires peuvent être requis à l’arrivée.
Les demandes spéciales sont sujettes à la disponibilité au moment de l’enregistrement et peuvent entraîner des frais supplémentaires. Les demandes spéciales ne peuvent pas être garanties.
Les fêtes et les événements de groupe sont strictement interdits.
L’hôte a indiqué qu’il n’y avait pas de détecteur de monoxyde de carbone ni d’appareils à gaz dans l’hébergement.
L’hôte a indiqué qu’il y avait un détecteur de fumée dans l’hébergement.
Cet hébergement dispose d’espaces extérieurs, tels que des balcons, des patios et des terrasses, qui peuvent ne pas convenir aux enfants. Si vous avez des inquiétudes, nous vous recommandons de communiquer avec l’hébergement avant votre arrivée pour confirmer qu’il pourra vous accueillir dans une chambre appropriée.
Cet hébergement est géré par l’intérmediaire de notre partenaire Vrbo. Vrbo vous enverra un courriel contenant un lien vers un compte Vrbo qui vous permettra de modifier ou d’annuler votre réservation.
Les clients supplémentaires peuvent faire l'objet de suppléments, conformément à la politique de l'établissement.
Une pièce d’identité avec photo émise par le gouvernement et un dépôt en espèces, une carte de crédit ou une carte de débit pour couvrir les frais accessoires peuvent être requis à l’arrivée.
Les demandes spéciales dépendent de la disponibilité au moment de l’enregistrement. Elle ne peuvent être garanties et peuvent occasionner des frais supplémentaires.
    Cet hébergement est géré par un(e) hôte professionnel(le). L’offre d’hébergement est associée à des fins commerciales, professionnelles ou d’entreprise. Cet hébergement dispose d’espaces extérieurs, tels que des balcons, des patios et des terrasses, qui peuvent ne pas convenir aux enfants. Si vous avez des inquiétudes, nous vous recommandons de communiquer avec l’hébergement avant votre arrivée pour confirmer qu’il pourra vous accueillir dans une chambre appropriée. Les fêtes et les événements de groupe sont strictement interdits. Pour assurer la sécurité des clients, chaque hébergement de l'établissement comprend un détecteur de fumée.

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Foire aux questions

How close is Bella Vista | 8BR Gulf-Front w/ Pool to the airport?

This vacation home is 6.2 mi (16-min drive) away from the Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bella Vista | 8BR Gulf-Front w/ Pool have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Bella Vista | 8BR Gulf-Front w/ Pool to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from Gulf Shores Beach and 4-minute walk from West Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bella Vista | 8BR Gulf-Front w/ Pool offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bella Vista | 8BR Gulf-Front w/ Pool?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Bella Vista | 8BR Gulf-Front w/ Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bella Vista | 8BR Gulf-Front w/ Pool?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Bella Vista | 8BR Gulf-Front w/ Pool have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Bella Vista | 8BR Gulf-Front w/ Pool have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Bella Vista | 8BR Gulf-Front w/ Pool to downtown Gulf Shores?

This vacation home is 3.2 mi away from Gulf Shores.

Avis pour Bella Vista | 8BR Gulf-Front w/ Pool

Avis

9,6

Exceptionnel

Note de 10 – Excellent, d’après 19 avis sur 25.
Note de 8 – Bien, d’après 5 avis sur 25.
Note de 6 – Acceptable, d’après 1 avis sur 25.
Note de 4 – Médiocre, d’après 0 avis sur 25.
Note de 2 – Terrible, d’après 0 avis sur 25.

9,8/10

Propreté

Avis

Avis ancien

8/10 – Bien

Brenda F.

Very nice property

Very nice place. My family more than enjoyed the stay.
Séjour de 4 nuits en septembre 2017
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Barbara G.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Wonderful

Nice accommodations
Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

Kimberly E.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Family Time

Very comfortable place to take the family. Enough room to be together but places to go if you wanted some quiet time by yourself.
Séjour de 7 nuits en octobre 2019
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Paula W.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Great Spring Break

My son and his fraternity brothers from University of South Carolina had wonderful time!
Séjour de 5 nuits en mars 2024
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Greg B.

Great beach house & property management

The house was every but as nice as advertised and the folks at Luxury Gulf Rentals were awesome. Would do it again, and just might do it again!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2018
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Martha V.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Perfect family house

We stay four families, we all have a great time, enough rooms each with bathrooms which make it very convenient. Good size kitchen. Our kids and adults enjoy very much the beach on this sunny days and relax at nights at the pool. Thanks for the perfect home at the beach.
Séjour de 4 nuits en août 2023
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Marty C.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Wonderful Place

The house was very clean and we had no issues. everything worked perfectly and was very clean. Our family had a great time and we plan on returning next year.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2021
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Whitney H.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Sports Chmapionship

In town with our team for a state championship. A great home! So nice! A bathroom for every bedroom. Would highly recommend for large groups.
Séjour de 4 nuits en mai 2024
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Tracy W.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Great place for family getawasy

This property has it all. We had a few issues and they were quickly resolved. It would be ideal if a couple ice chest were provided and a bigger ice machine. But otherwise.. Amazing place
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2021
Avis ancien

10/10 – Excellent

Kim H.

Beautiful house in a great location!

Loved this house. Very clean and spacious. Loved that it was pet friendly. The elevator was a plus! The company who rents this house was always available and very accommodating. I don't have anything negative to say. Our stay was amazing! Thank you!
Séjour de 5 nuits en mai 2017
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Becky M.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Bella Vista

It was a very nice & beautiful house!! It is in a really good location. It accommodated 14 people comfortably. We loved it!! We also had very pleasant experience with the people at Luxury Gulf Rentals any time we had to reach out to them for something. Side note: we really loved the whole house but we really liked having 2 fridges & 2 dish washers & an elevator!!
Séjour de 7 nuits en mai 2021
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Gina H.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Spring Break

House was mostly perfect. I would loved to have beach chairs and toys etc included with price and the outdoor furniture be more comfortable, but those are my biggest complaints so really no suffering here:)
Séjour de 7 nuits en mars 2022
Avis ancien

10/10 – Excellent

Darci A.

Perfect spot!

There were 22 in our group and we all loved this place. We were able to get in early which was a huge help to those arriving early. The kitchen was equipped with everything we needed including two crockpots, two coffee pots, two refrigerators, and two dishwashers. The place was very clean and comfortable. I think the most important thing for us was that the home was well equipped for our very large group including the elevator to get all our stuff up and down the three floors.
Séjour de 7 nuits en avril 2017
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Julie M.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Fabulous for families

This property is exactly as advertised! It is very unassuming on the outside but once you get inside very modern and nice. It has 2 dishwashers and 2 refrigerators which was fabulous for cooking and clean up every night. The pool was great (thanks Robin from the management side on all your help!) and the walkway to the beach made it so easy to go back and forth. We used this for 3 families to vacation together and we would come back here anytime!! Highly recommend!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2020
Avis ancien

8/10 – Bien

Donna S.

Great Location

Great property we loved the location and felt the kitchen was well stocked . Our only issue was with the cleanliness of the pool which was unclean and over chlorinated. This being the case the rental agency immediately corrected the issue . The unit was starting to show its age and could use an update
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2017
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

sonya z.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Would stay again

Nice home, lots of space and private baths. Well equipped kitchen. Take your own Keurig if you like to use kcups. It has two pots but both were drip brew. Ocean front, easy beach access. Maintenance responded when we needed and explained the first problem we were experiencing with elevator was because we didn't read instructions and the other was a known issue with planned repairs upcoming. Overall, the house is very nice and I would stay again.
Séjour de 4 nuits en décembre 2022
Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

Denise N.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication et emplacement.

Bella Vista

We brought our extended family (18 of us ranging from 1-65yrs) to stay at Bella Vista for fall break. The house was perfect for our needs and the double refrigerators and dishwashers made meals simple. The pool was small, but the kids had a blast in it and beach was just steps away. The only downside that was not explained was that the private walkway to the beach advertised also joined a public beach access that ran beside the house so we constantly had traffic beside and a few times up to our house. Otherwise, we loved our time at Bella Vista and made memories of a lifetime.
Séjour de 7 nuits en octobre 2023
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Scot K.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

June 2020

Our group consisted of 2 families with 4 adults (parents) and 9 kids ages 13-21. The Bella Vista house had more than enough room for our families. The house was clean, had a recent face-lift and had amenities like the pool, large family room, ice-maker, large capacity washer/dryer, 2 fridges and 2 dishwashers which were all very convenient. The only negatives are the the lack of sun coverage on the deck and the park style grill was just completely inadequate for a house this size. We absolutely enjoyed our stay and would rent this house again.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2020
Avis vérifié

10/10 – Excellent

Ginger K.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

House great - traffic bad

No issues with house the bedrooms and bathrooms were the perfect setup for our family Wish we could have checked in on another day the traffic on Saturday was terrible! 7 miles took us 45 minutes totally unprepared for that! Also check your bill at restaurants we were charged 18% service charge for 6 of us. I decided to change that to 20%, but they added the 20% to the 18%.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2021
Avis vérifié

8/10 – Bien

Irene B.

Points forts : Propreté, arrivée, communication, emplacement, exactitude de l’annonce

Family Vacation

The house was great but there was a sad lack of tables. There wasn't one big enough to do a large jigsaw puzzle on except the dining table and the round low one you would have had to sit on the floor. I had to use my suitcase as a table in my bathroom so all my "stuff" would be available. And we needed light blankets because the duvets were too hot and the sheets weren't enough . Not sure what the others did but I used a beach towel. Our ice maker died and wasn't repairable so we missed that. But, all in all, it was a good vacation.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2022
Avis vérifié

6/10 – Acceptable

ASHLEY R.

Points forts : Arrivée, communication et exactitude de l’annonce.

Pictures are deceiving

We just had a weeks stay and we wanted to share our pros and cons to help you with your decision. Pros - having two refrigerators was very nice. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to cook. The ice machine as handy and the pool was fun. Cons - furniture was gross. Didn’t want to sit on most of it. Your access to the beach is shared with the public. They are working on building up the beaches, so had very murky water and very annoying heavy equipment running literally right next to us. Only one washer and dryer and they don’t work that great. Clothes came out just as dirty as they went in. No umbrella on back porch so made it hard to enjoy sitting out there during the day and lighting was awful to sit at night. Deck gets so hot! Cannot walk on it without shoes.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2024
Avis ancien

10/10 – Excellent

Melissa W.

Wonderful Christmas Vacation!

We recently traveled from Arkansas for our Family Christmas Vacation. We had 6 families, 17 people total. Plenty of room for all of us! The elevator was wonderful for loading and unloading luggage. Kitchen was very spacious, 2 refrigerators and 2 dishwashers was ideal! We loved the boardwalk to the beach, and the balcony views. Being pet friendly was wonderful, and my puppy loved the beach! I think our favorite thing was that each bedroom had its own bathroom, which was perfect for a big family. Like I read in a previous review, keep in mind that 2 of the rooms have bunk beds. This was fine for us, we had a girls room, and a boys room, which worked great with our crew. The only hiccup we had was the entire time was the elevator had some issues the 2nd day we were there. I called into the rental company, and they had someone out that afternoon and the issue was resolved in about 10 minutes. They were wonderful to deal with, and very accommodating. I highly recommend this home to anyone with a large group. It was perfect. I would rent this home again for future trips to Gulf Shores.
Séjour de 4 nuits en décembre 2017
Avis ancien

10/10 – Excellent

Angela M.

Beautiful Home

We arrived earlier than expected, traveling from Illinois, so I gave Chuck a call and he said go ahead and go to the house and he gave us an access code to get in early. This was great help, not too many rental companies would do this for you. The views are truly amazing. We had a group of 11, family vacation, in-laws, brother in laws, sister in laws and our children. We sat out on deck everyday. We did buy an umbrella to use on the deck. We did enjoy the pool the whole time we were there also. The kitchen is well stocked, there are plenty of towels and washcloths. Plenty of room to spread out and we loved the huge dining room table. Extra table was great for lots of card games. Every bedroom having its own bathroom was definitely a plus for all of us. There are truly no steps you have to climb in this house if you use the elevator, this was a very important to us, so I thought I would mention it. The elevator was one reason we booked the house, we needed it for some of the family members and it was not working the first night we arrived, so I called Chuck and he said he would have someone there as soon as possible. They showed up within 40 minutes, tried to fix it and said they would need to come back tomorrow with someone else. They arrived on time and got it fixed for us. Great customer service, the maintenance gentleman was very good and even replaced light bulbs for us. They responded within a timely manor and were always accommodating. We loved the home and would highly recommend it. Chuck and Eric were great to work with. We will definitely use Luxury Gulf Rentals again.
Avis ancien

10/10 – Excellent

Cassandra B.

GREAT Beach Location

We were celebrating a 40th and 55th birthday celebration with family and wanted a great location that was centrally located for the diverse group of travelers coming from all over the United States. The HOME was perfect. Two rooms have bunk beds so if you are all adults keep in mind 2 rooms are nothing but BUNK BEDS, this did not impact us because we did have kids and the bunk beds were perfect. 3 Rooms have awesome balcony views of the Gulf of Mexico and were amazing to sit and have your morning coffee and enjoy the sun. The beach house is located on the main strip and truly walking distance across the street for the Canal if you prefer calmer waters or the HUGE Waves of the Gulf are right on your back porch. If you have really small kids be cautious that there is a pool ( 5FT ) and it does not have any protective coverings so prepared. You have your own private walkway to the beach and then below that is a public access boardwalk for the other beach goers, so no NUDE tanning, people will be able to see if they are walking across the boardwalk. The Elevator was a great benefit for arriving and leaving with luggage, outside of that we didn't use it any more. It really did help with the transporting luggage though. The kitchen was perfect, even down to the ice machine so you didn't have to worry about having enough ice. Plenty of dishes and silverware, but we did opt to get paper plates since we ate outside a lot. The house has a grill included BUT we did go and purchase another one, the one included is the standard iron type that state parks have, and it wasn't big enough for the items we were grilling. We would have LOVED to have had some form of tarp covering for the rear balcony, unfortunately the house is in the sun all day and most evening, so if you want to really enjoy the balcony be prepared for DIRECT Sunlight. Just having a pop up tent would have been beneficial for the back of the house to at least not have direct sun over you all day. Since all of use flew in we didn't go and buy one but if you are driving in, PACK a POP UP Tarp you will appreciate the back of the house much more. The beds were great, slept quite well, the furniture is not CHEAP, it is very nice quality and durable, the home was clean and the starter towels, soap, etc was enough to get you started until you can make it to the local store for additional. WE really used the washer and dryer with beach towels everyday to wash and dry so that was a great benefit