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Beautiful & Relaxing - Waterfront Cottage 6 Mi. from Gulf Shores - Fort Morgan

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 593 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

About this property

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

Beautiful & Relaxing - Waterfront Cottage 6 Mi. from Gulf Shores - Fort Morgan

**The house's pier was damaged during Hurricane Sally, but should be fixed by March 2021.**

Bordering the Fort Morgan National Wildlife Preserve, the Little House by the Bay is a perfect place to relax, get away, and just let the world go by. Located on 2 acres, with 150 feet of waterfront on beautiful and historic Mobile Bay. This is a great place to fish, crab, or enjoy the nearby white sandy beaches. The location is secluded and very private, although high levels of activities are just a few minutes away.

A short drive across highway 180 and you are on the beautiful white sandy public beaches adjacent to the National Wildlife Preserve. Enjoy the blue water and surf during the day, and in just a few minutes, you are back at the Little House by the Bay.

The property includes a 130-foot pier to fish, crab and sunbathe. If you are a boater, you can moor your boat 150' offshore at mooring posts and wade in waist-deep. By boat, you are just a 20-minute boat ride from Lulu Buffet's Bar and Grill and all the sites of Gulf Shores. Further to the East on the intercoastal, and you are at Orange Beach and Perdido Pass.

A 16-mile boat ride to the West will put you at Fort Morgan and the Mouth of Mobile Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. A bit further West and you are at Dauphin Island. Some of the best in-shore and off-shore fishing and crabbing are right at your fingertips.

The Little House by the Bay is a 1,000 square foot cottage with a large great room (den kitchen) and a very large bedroom with a king-size bed, a twin bed, and a bunk bed. The couch is also comfortable and blow up mattresses can be put in the den. There is bed sleeping for 5, and room a for a few others. The house has been recently refurbished inside and out and is nicely appointed, with fine furnishings and all the modern amenities.

Leave your stress behind and immerse yourself in unparalleled relaxation at the Little House by the Bay!

THE PERSONAL TOUCH - The owners, Donny and Kay Mecke will personally communicate with you and help assure that this property meets your requirements and provide assistance and advice helping you plan your vacation. We strive to respond to all inquiries very quickly and personally, and we take extra effort to make sure that that the availability calendars are always up-to-date.

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Property manager

Donny Mecke

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling 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
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: There is a $50 per stay pet fee.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site 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 that 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 8 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 15 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 21 min drive - 21.2 km
  • West Beach - 23 min drive - 22.6 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass Market Place - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Beach House Kitchen & Cocktails - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fort Morgan Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fresh Seafood Market - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful & Relaxing - Waterfront Cottage 6 Mi. from Gulf Shores - Fort Morgan pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful & Relaxing - Waterfront Cottage 6 Mi. from Gulf Shores - Fort Morgan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful & Relaxing - Waterfront Cottage 6 Mi. from Gulf Shores - Fort Morgan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful & Relaxing - Waterfront Cottage 6 Mi. from Gulf Shores - Fort Morgan located?

Located in Gulf Shores, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Bon Secour Bay and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Fort Morgan Beach is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

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Beautiful & Relaxing - Waterfront Cottage 6 Mi. from Gulf Shores - Fort Morgan Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 172 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Very warm and unique place to stay. We had a wonderful time and close to anything you might need and eat.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Great location. We enjoyed the natural beauty, bird-watching, biking and kayaking.
Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

A perfect spot for a single person or a couple- I’ll be back - MD
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

The past week at the LHBTB has been a perfect home away from home! We will definitely be returning!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Great place to just relax and unwind. Place was really cozy, comfortable, clean and within a short drive from everything. Being able to enjoy nature and sunsets while sitting on the dock.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

We loved the little house on the bay! Some of the most incredible evening sunsets I’ve ever seen. We hope to return someday!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10

Great vacation fur baby loved it too
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10

Super nice place to just get away and love I could bring my dog. Great place to get away from everything and relax. I will be going back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Exactly as described, clean, great location. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Our family comes here every year. It’s so quiet and peaceful. Our family caught some fish off the dock and enjoyed the sunsets.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

We have been vacationing in gulf shores/ft Morgan for several years now. This was one of our favorite trips! The property is huge, private, clean, great fishing/swimming off the pier. We were thrilled and already considering returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

We will return. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

This beautifully maintained home is the perfect place for a relaxing getaway. It is in a quiet neighborhood and is right on the waters facing the bay. The sunsets were wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Great place to stay. We were close enough to beaches but far enough away that we were able to enjoy some peace and quiet. The fishing pier was awesome. We caught a bunch of crabs and even some speckled trout. Would definitely stay again if in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

We had a great trip. Very secluded but only 15 minute drive into Gulf Shores. Dog and boyfriend loved fishing on the dock. Home had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

At this point, we've lost count at how many times we have stayed at Little House by the Bay! We always look forward to our trips to the house. Donny & Kay are always great to deal with and if we need them for anything, they are always quick to respond. We are already planning our next trip!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10

Cozy, everything we needed. Close to pet friendly beach that our little dog loved and we enjoyed walking. Pier was great for fishing or just reading and sunning.
Stayed 56 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

So blessed to have found this property. Already booked again for next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

This was our second stay at the House on the Bay, and we will definitely be back again! We love the dock, the privacy, the coziness of the house, and the proximity to the beach. Thank you for sharing this wonderful location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

This was the second time staying at the little house by the bay. I could absolutely live there! Beautiful place to watch the sunset!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

My husband and I have two children and a dog and this place was perfect! Clean, spacious, great yard, and right on the water. The dock is perfect for fishing and watching some beautiful sunsets. Close to activities in Gulf Shores and Fort Morgan.

10/10

Small but cozy 1 bedroom on large lot. Owners were very responsive. Great sunsets and very private. Very enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10

peaceful
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10

Love the property. There is a church close by that chimes the westminster bells
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

This was a perfect place for our honeymoon. Don't be surprised when the road to the driveway is a little overgrown. Turning into the house, a large yard opens with a view of the bay. There are beds enough for 5 people, but all in one bedroom. The house is very nice and cool (a/c) inside, and was very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024