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In the heart of Gulf Shores, The Sandy Pelican offers a relaxing retreat with its spacious living room, full kitchen, and covered patios. Take a dip in the shared pool or enjoy the fun game room with an arcade console featuring over 4000 games. With elegant bedrooms and bathrooms plus free WiFi throughout this dog-friendly home.

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10223 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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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.

Spring Coastal Escape | Dock, Pool, Pet-Friendly

🍀 Sun-Soaked Spring on the Coast w/ Dock & Pool 🎣

🤗 Welcome spring by the SHORE at The Sandy Pelican, a bright and cheerful Gulf Coast retreat made for sunny days and laid-back coastal living. Just a 5-minute stroll to the BEACH, this freshly updated, family-friendly home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and springtime charm.

Mornings start with coastal breezes and coffee, followed by beach walks, poolside lounging, or time spent by the private dock watching the water drift by. As the days warm, enjoy sunset strolls along the greenway, casual dinners, and evenings filled with laughter after long, sun-soaked afternoons outdoors.

Whether you’re planning a spring break escape, a long weekend by the water, or an early summer warm-up, The Sandy Pelican is your place to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy effortless beach days—Gulf Shores style 🌊

Spring Feels Better by the Beach 🏖️
Easy mornings, warm breezes, and golden sunsets set the pace at The Sandy Pelican. Whether you’re relaxing by the lagoon or unwinding after a beach day, every moment feels light, calm, and effortlessly coastal.

✨ Your Stay Includes:

🛋️ Newly refreshed (2025): Bright new flooring, cozy coastal décor, plush furniture, and an open layout made for gathering and celebrating together.
🌊 Neighborhood perks: Private fishing pier on Little Lagoon, a scenic greenway walking/biking path, and a neighborhood pool for sunny winter afternoons.
🏖️ Easy winter beach days: Just a short walk to the sand — with beach chairs, umbrellas, wagons & cooler provided.
👶 Family-ready amenities: Crib, high chair, kids’ tableware, games, and a fun bunk room designed for little travelers.
🐾 Pet-friendly: Up to 2 well-behaved pups welcome (because the holidays are better with the whole family).
🎮 Entertainment for all: Retro arcade w/ 4,000+ games, multiple Smart TVs, and plenty of space for family game nights or festive movie marathons.

Highlights at The Sandy Pelican:

Walk-to-everything convenience: beach, fishing pier, and greenway
Outdoor living: 2 covered patios, 2 balconies, charcoal grill, picnic table & outdoor shower
Festive touches: soft lighting & cozy spaces for movie nights
Peace of mind: Quiet neighborhood, exterior security cameras (active), and a responsive Superhost team
Thoughtful details: Baby gear, beach gear, and a sparkling clean home ready for your stay

🛌 Sleeps Up to 10 Guests Comfortably

Main Level:
King bedroom suite w/ soaking tub + walk-in shower + balcony
Top Floor:
King bedroom suite + private balcony with lagoon view
Queen bedroom + balcony
Bunk room (twin-over-full) + queen sleeper sofa + arcade/TV
Extra: Sleeper sofa in the game room for bonus space

📍 Location Highlights
🚶‍♀️ 5-min walk to the Gulf Shores beach
🎣 Steps to private neighborhood fishing dock on Little Lagoon
🚲 Easy access to paved greenway walking/biking path for morning strolls or sunset rides
🍦 Minutes to family restaurants, shops, and local attractions

🐶 Pet & Booking Details

Up to 2 dogs (under 50 lbs; no cats; some breed exclusions*) – $200/dog
Must be crated when left alone & kept off furniture
Guests must be 25+ to book
Rental agreement + ID verification required
$500 refundable deposit hold

🌞 Your Stress-Free Family Getaway

Whether it’s sandy toes at the beach, sunset fishing off the dock, or movie marathons in the arcade loft, The Sandy Pelican makes family vacations easy, breezy, and memorable.

*Excluded breeds: Akita, Alaskan malamute, American pit bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Caucasian shepherd
Chow chow, Doberman pinscher, German shepherd, Great Dane, Pit bull, Presa Canario, Rottweiler, Siberian husky, Staffordshire bull terrier, Wolf hybrid

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Rules

Guest must sign rental agreement, security deposit hold of $500
No smoking, parties, or events. Minimum age to rent: 25
Valid Driver's License submitted

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Up to 2 dogs under 50 pounds allowed. Please see

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed
No parties at our home

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties at our home
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

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About the area

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA. With jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach
    Gulf Shores Beach
    1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • West Beach featuring a beach and a coastal town
    West Beach
    1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Girls relax on red bean bag chairs at beach music festival, enjoying drinks, toasting. Sunlit summer event with stage in background, youthful energy, leisure atmosphere. Women smiling, casual fashion.
    Hangout Music Fest
    5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Fort Morgan which includes heritage elements and military items
    Fort Morgan
    33 min drive - 46.8 km
  • Lagoon Pass Park
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
    71 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Hangout
    6 min drive
  • The Catch
    5 min drive
  • The Happy Pappy Coffee House
    8 min drive
  • Sunliner Diner
    6 min drive
  • De Soto's Seafood Kitchen
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spring Coastal Getaway | Pool, Dock, Beach Walk have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Spring Coastal Getaway | Pool, Dock, Beach Walk pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Spring Coastal Getaway | Pool, Dock, Beach Walk?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spring Coastal Getaway | Pool, Dock, Beach Walk?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spring Coastal Getaway | Pool, Dock, Beach Walk?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spring Coastal Getaway | Pool, Dock, Beach Walk located?

This family-friendly Gulf Shores holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of West Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf State Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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Spring Coastal Escape | Dock, Pool, Pet-Friendly Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

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Cleanliness

9.4

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

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

Great stay!

Perfect stay while town for ncaa beach VBtournament. And son and husband found plenty of fishing spots while here.Beautiful and spacious
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

this place definitely exceeded our expectation

this place definitely exceeded our expectations. very nice Home furnished nicely . In a very good spot for gulf shores , away from the busy streets but close enough to everything . I would definitely stay here again !
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bryant R.

The place was perfect for a weekend getaway

It had everything that my family and I could hope for in a beach home getaway. Cleanliness was A-1 and guys left no stone unturned as far as accommodations. I will recommend to family and friends.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tejal K.

We felt at home.This house I recommend booking!

This house I recommend booking! during our stay, we felt at home and was able to use all that was provided for us from coffee to beach items. the location is a few minutes away from the beach with easy access and has a small dock where you can fish right beside! we loved it ans would book again!
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Beyond Expectation

this place definitely exceeded our expectations. very nice Home furnished nicely . In a very good spot for gulf shores , away from the busy streets but close enough to everything . I would definitely stay here again !
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

April R.

Our family had a great stay. House was exactly as described

Our family had a great stay. House was exactly as described. Very clean and kitchen was organized complete with labels for easy put-away after dishes were washed. I'm going to miss the beautiful mornings spent reading on the deck!

10/10 Excellent

Joel A.

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

Vacation with friends and family

Beautiful home in a nice area within walking distance from the beach. Very spacious. We enjoyed our stay. The kids loved the game room. I recommend this, you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Perfect!!!! Really nice house and all the amenities!!!!!!! Best one we’ve stayed at!!

Really nice beach house! This place had every thing and more that one would have in your own home. Very clean upon our arrival! Our family of 6 was very happy with all the space, comfort and fully stocked kitchen!!!!! Being within a few blocks of the gorgeous ocean was awesome!!!!
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pat G.

This was the perfect house for our family vacation

This was the perfect house for our family vacation. It was clean & spacious. The kitchen was well equipped for making a few family meals. We also made use of the baby pack and play and high chair. It was convenient to have Beach towels and use of beach items chairs and wagons to walk to the beach.

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

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

Family Memories!

Everything about the house was set up well and really helped us be comfortable and have what we needed! The bedrooms/bathrooms beautiful. The porches were awesome and the pier/beach absolutely wonderful for all the kids! The walkabikity A+++ Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chelsey & Darren H.

Reunion Stay

We were in town for a Coast Guard reunion. This property was perfect for our group. The house layout is so nice with plenty of space. The house was very clean and very well stocked. Close to everything. The only downside for us was that dogs are not allowed on any beaches there, but of course that has nothing to do with how wonderful the property is.
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10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

We absolutely loved our time at the Sandy Pelican!

We absolutely loved our time at the Sandy Pelican! It was spacious for our crew 7. It was our first time getting a whole house instead of a condo for beach vacation so it was nice to feel like we could spread out and have plenty of bedrooms. It was quiet and close to the beach. Loved the access to pier and pool, which was a bonus! It was great knowing there was beach chairs, wagon and towels as it saved room in our car for the road trip down. the kitchen was well stocked with all the essentials and beyond. the host provided easy and clear check in and out information so that made everything go super smooth. OUR CREW WOULD DEFINITELY STAY HERE AGAIN 😀
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya S.

House was perfect for our party of 10

House was perfect for our party of 10. We took teens 13-20 yrs of age for a last spring vacation before everyone is on to adult hood. The area upstairs was perfect for those young adults to have their space and is older adults had ours downstairs. Plenty of space with everything you need. We cooked meals 90% of the time. Boys loved the fishing and girls loved the beach, all a super easy walk. Host provided detailed instructions and was quick to respond. Would not hesitate to book here again. The youngest is ready to go back with just her 13 yr old friends....already begging for next vacation! Thank you for such a great place to stay and relax!

8/10 Good

Ashley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Family Fun

The house is beautiful. Plenty of room for our family of 8. My biggest complaint was the location. We were looking for a house directly on the lagoon. I even messaged the management company and specially asked if it was directly on the water and was told yes. It was an easy walk down to the pier & pool, but I enjoy sitting on the decks overlooking the water. It’s a stress relief for me so that was important. I will be renting in this cul-de-sac again. The neighborhood is off the main strip and quiet. We had the pier to ourselves the whole week and only a couple of people were at the pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marie M.

I cannot rave ENOUGH about this place.

I cannot rave ENOUGH about this place. It was my family’s first time in Gulf Shores and our stay was absolutely perfect. This is the most ideal place for a family with kids - they had everything we needed from a hot water kettle to a high chair to pack & plays. We really felt at home. Kitchen was complete! Literally bought food and everything else was included. Everything in the kitchen was easy to find. Location was as described, easy 5 min walk to the beach. Great walking nature trail 2 mins from the house. All the beach equipment we needed was there. Traveling with 3 kids under 3 is not easy, but this house made it feel like home and was helpful in keeping our daily routine. We’ve been home for a few hours and our 2 year olds are still asking to ‘ride in the wagon’ and head to the beach. Thank you for helping our family make such meaningful memories. We can’t wait to come back and hope to stay here again!!!!!!

10/10 Excellent

Clare H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive and the house was exactly as described. We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The kitchen was well stocked and easy to cook in.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Great Place for the family

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curtis W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great and had everything we needed and then some. Everything was as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emma R.

Perfect Vacay Stay

Amazing stay!! Wouldn’t change a thing ❤️

10/10 Excellent

Shelby F.

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

Great House and Area

We really enjoyed staying here and the location was perfect for our family. In its own little cul-de-sac which was great. The dock/small beach area and swimming pool were a lot of fun for the kids!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kristi M.

Amazing trip! Beautiful home.

Amazing trip! Beautiful home. Will definitely rent again!
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

Very nice and comfortable.

Very nice and comfortable.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Neeval E.

Host went above and beyond

Great location, wonderful accommodations and our host went above and beyond with their communication. Would definitely recommend this lovely home.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

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

Had a great time at The Sandy Pelican !

We stayed at Sandy pelican for 7 nights and it was great. Clean, lots of amenities. And very convenient location. All four kids loved the pool, fishing dock and beach equipments.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

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

Great for family!

Grace was wonderful to work with. Perfect location and house! The pool and dock were an added bonus. We had a great time!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023