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Tropical beach barn 2 blocks from the white sand beaches!

Vacation home near Gulf Shores Beach in Gulf Shores

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10211 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Waterville USA
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the area

Gulf Shores

Seaside stay .With a stay at this well-placed vacation home, you'll be half a mile (1 km) from Gulf Shores Beach and within 2 miles (3 km) of Gulf State Park. Also, Wade Ward Nature Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Shrimpy's Mini Golf is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Hangout Music Fest - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gulf State Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Waterville USA - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Tropical beach barn 2 blocks from the white sand beaches!

Welcome to The Barnacle in Gulf Shores. This is a single family home perfectly located from all the amenities! Conveniently located just two blocks from the beach and walkable distance to shops, markets, restaurants, State Park, The Hangout and all the action! It's a one- of-a-kind property barn on the beach. With its bright and vibrant boutique hotel style interior makes it a perfect background for all those selfies. Looking for something unique and fun? This is it!

Things to Note:
This house has stairs including a spiral staircase. Please be careful on and around stair case and monitor children and pets at all times. House was built in 1980 and does have some spaces that are tight and a little unusual. The bunk room is connected to and shares bathroom with primary bedroom on the top floor. The laundry/utility area has lower beams please be careful while in that area.

- Construction Noise ( construction across the street & city paving new street)
- No Lift (must be able to climb stairs)
- Quirks of an Older Home ( light switches are in odd locations, tight spaces in some areas)
- Bunk Room is attached to the Primary Bedroom
- Low Beams in the First Floor
- Not Fenced
-We have a camera on front door / driveway area this is for safety and security and to verify the number of guests and pets etc

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,266 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

Rules

- No smoking, vaping, candles, open flames, weapons, illegal drugs permitted! - No parties - Max Occupancy is limited to 12 -No altering the home
- Do not drill, relocate, disconnect, remove, paint, destroy, etc any part of the home. put all furniture back
- Keep the kitchen and bathroom drains free of things that may cause clogging We have a camera on the front door deck driveway area

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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.

Tropical beach barn 2 blocks from the white sand beaches! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable, convenient, with amazing hosts!

We had the best time at this adorable beach barn!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yazmin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay just a short walk to the beach

We had the best time at the home and the beach. The house was clean, decorated perfectly and conveniently located to all the shops, restaurants and beach. Perfect for a family with older kids. Short drive to Florida. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place!

This place was absolutely perfect! The owners were fabulous to work with!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024