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Experience the ultimate beachfront retreat at Summer Tide, a sprawling 8-bedroom haven that accommodates up to 26. Unwind in one of two living areas offering great gulf views, take a refreshing dip in the large pool with lounge furniture provided or simply relax on the newly completed deck.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 22362 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

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

Awesome new deck! Summertide. Sprawling Beachfront 8BR single story! Pool!

Summertide -- your PERFECT family vacation spot!
2809 W Beach

2 kitchens, 2 living rooms, 8 bedrooms, all on one level. Heatable pool too. What more could you want? Well, you could wish you have reserved it early because this bit of awesomeness goes a year out!

Added a propane gas pool heater, so YES the pool is heatable to a maximum of 82' (the high side of recommended rec pool temps) to take the chill off! This optional service is by request in advance per night and must be for length of stay (cost varies by season, and has ranged from $65-85, and is based on market pricing for propane gas, and can change at any time, both up and down, until added to a reservation). Fee subject to change due to incredibly high gas rates right now. Simply request the pool be heated any time after making the reservation and at least a week before check in so we can get it on before you arrive. How big is the pool? 27X19', 3-5' deep. Big.

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Summertide. Great Place. 8 bedrooms on a single story! Beachfront. Great pool!

Summertide is a sprawling gulf front home with 8 bedrooms and 5 baths, sleeping up to 26 people. It is located approximately 5.2 miles west of Hwy. 59 on West Beach Blvd., in Gulf Shores. A uniquely designed one level home, Summer Tide features a south and a north wing, each with a fully equipped kitchen and an open deck that wraps around the east side of the property. The layout for this home allows added privacy and is perfect for multiple families, or a family wanting some separation between adults and children.

South Wing (5 bedrooms)
2nd Flr SW BR: King + QSS with ensuite bath
2nd Flr Middle S BR: King with ensuite bath (also has separate entrance to serve as common bath for the South LR and bonus room)
2nd Flr Middle Bunk Room: 2 twin over full bunks, sleeping max of 6
2nd Flr Middle N BR: King with en suite bath (separate entrance to serve as bath for bunk room)
Bonus Room: 1st floor: 2 twin over twin bunks, sleeping up to 4
South LR: QSS

North Wing (3 bedrooms)
2nd Flr SE BR: King with en suite bath (also used as common bath for LR)
2nd Flr NW BR: King with en suite bath (accessed directly from BR but shared with NE BR)
2nd Flr NE BR: King with en suite bath (accessed directly from BR but shared with NW BR)
North LR: QSS

"En suite" means privately and directly accessed from the bedroom (no hallways involved). Note, ensuite baths may also be shared baths (two bedrooms, or a bedroom and a common area), each with independent access to a bath.

Both living areas offer good great gulf views and each includes a queen sleeper sofa for a bit of extra sack space. A ground floor entry features a foyer and sleeping area with two bunk beds that would be great for four children.

The covered and uncovered parking for Summertide is ample. The pool has gates. The beach is awesome, and right there off the deck. This happens to be my turn around spot for short runs from the folks-in-law's house so if you see an old guy plodding along and then taking pics of the place, wave!

Since we have a higher proportion of guests recently who are new to vacation homes, I wanted to mention a few things that may be new to guests who normally stay in hotels or resorts rather than a private home so they are not surprised. As with most beach homes in the area, the local mgt co provide what they call a "starter supply" of soaps, toilet paper, and paper towels, etc. Enough for the first night to get you going! Please plan to bring or purchase additional supplies, and any cleaning or pantry supplies you may need, or to make a quick run to the store (or have it delivered!). You will want to bring beach towels or beach chairs as well. Because mgt cos will not generally support them, grills are not provided, except where specifically noted, though they are sometimes inherited from prior guests: your mileage may vary on this, and we usually assess and then go snag a small charcoal kettle when we come down ourselves. Also of note: at many locations, you may find the bunk beds (and certain other beds) are not fully made--instead a bedding pack is provided. This is a common practice for the local management companies, which is both green (if the bedding is not used, it doesn't have to be laundered) AND more sanitary--housekeeping does not have to crawl on the bunks and so on to make the beds. Also also... all our homes have drip coffee makers and most now have Keurigs as well.

That’s it! We think you’ll haver a great stay in our home. Reach out and let us know how we can help!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not 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
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Unit size: 3,900 square feet

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Policies

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

We communicate. A lot. :-) Failure to respond to any requests may lead to cancellation of the reservation without refund, per rental agreement.
Pets, where allowed, MUST BE PRE-APPROVED and are subject to a $250 pet fee per pet. See agreement.
Guest must abide by all Rental Agreement terms and conditions.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and 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
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

Property is also known as

318295

About the area

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore The Wharf. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • West Beach featuring a beach and a coastal town
    West Beach
    2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge showing a garden
    Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach
    Gulf Shores Beach
    5 min drive - 5.2 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
    11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Fort Morgan which includes heritage elements and military items
    Fort Morgan
    39 min drive - 52.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Hangout
    11 min drive
  • The Catch
    10 min drive
  • Sunliner Diner
    11 min drive
  • De Soto's Seafood Kitchen
    11 min drive
  • Original Oyster House
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Awesome new deck! Summertide. Sprawling Beachfront 8BR single story! Pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Awesome new deck! Summertide. Sprawling Beachfront 8BR single story! Pool! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Awesome new deck! Summertide. Sprawling Beachfront 8BR single story! Pool!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Awesome new deck! Summertide. Sprawling Beachfront 8BR single story! Pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Awesome new deck! Summertide. Sprawling Beachfront 8BR single story! Pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Awesome new deck! Summertide. Sprawling Beachfront 8BR single story! Pool! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from West Beach and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Gulf Shores Beach. Lagoon Pass Park is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

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Awesome new deck! Summertide. Sprawling Beachfront 8BR single story! Pool! Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 106 reviews
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9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stacy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay here was amazing! We definitely enjoyed the beautiful house, the pool and the gorgeous views! We saw dolphins every morning and afternoon. Loved how they sent a list of some of their picks for restaurants. (It helps to know the good places.)Over all I say 10 out of 10!
Our new friend we made having coffee on the deck!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

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

Great trip

This is the second time we have stayed here and it is our favorite house so far. We have been doing a family trip for 15 years and this has the best pool and set up.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aleta B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summertide has plenty of bedrooms for extended family. Pool was clean, well-maintained. I called maintenance for a non-functioning garbage disposal and it was repaired before the morning was out. We loved having access to two kitchens/ovens/refrigerators. Access to beach, perfect! Communications with homeowners always open and responsive. Kitchen well-stocked with appliances and cooking utensils. Already booked again for family vaca in 2026.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise Z.

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

Perfect spot

This house was great! Had everything we needed. We loved the two separate wings of the house for privacy when needed. The proximity to the beach can’t be beat. The pool was well maintained, plenty of chairs. Private beach was a game changer as well. We loved staying at summertide!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lucy B.

A fantastic Summertide Thanksgiving!

We thoroughly enjoyed our Thanksgiving stay at Summertide! The house was a perfect fit for our 21 person family. The grandchildren loved the bunk rooms and the heated pool and we all enjoyed the beautiful weather and time spent on the beach.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Great repeat family summer vacation to Summertide

The week was great (weather and house). We basically had the beach to ourselves.

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Family Vacation 2025

The Summertide house was great for our family vacation! There was plenty of room for the 14 of us – 8 adults and 6 children. The house was just like it appeared in the advertisement. The bedrooms and the living areas were nicely furnished and the place was very clean. Everyone in our family loves to swim so we really enjoyed the beach and the large swimming pool. The location was great – away from the crowds but close enough to easily to get to shops and restaurants. Everyone agreed that this was our best family vacation ever. Would love to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon H.

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

Summertide

We had a great stay. There was plenty of room for our families. We loved being a little further down from the main beach and we enjoyed the pool and the porch a lot. We had the best vacation!
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

Jackie S.

Made lots of great memories. Hope to return!

The house was beautiful and perfect for my family and friends. We had a blast and are probably going to book again. Thanks for letting us make great memories on our vacation in your home!!
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Fantastic stay at Summertide

Summertide was perfect for us. We loved having the two 'wings' of the home. The pool was great, and the beach wondeful and private. Can't say enough about the great management folks, with a special shoutout to Haley. Thank you so much for having us!
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

Had a blast!!!

The house was beautiful and perfect for my family and friends. We had a blast and are probably going to book again.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Fantastic!!!

Summer Tide was fantastic. Plenty of room for our family. Pool was great. Was nice to be away from the hustle and bustle of Gulf Shores with it's location.

8/10 Good

scott a.

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

Perfect for a large family!

Loved the layout of the house and closeness to the beach. The pool size was so nice and fit our large family well. Management handled our needs in a timely manner. Looking forward to coming back to this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andy G.

Love Summertide! Have been coming for YEARS!

Great location, away from busy area of the beach. Open gathering area and many beds supports our large family. Great beach views. Dolphin every day this year. The pool is refreshing for a change from the beach.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Summertide

Everything was great. We all had a good time.

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Annual family beach trip

Everything was wonderful… location on the beach, plenty of room for 21 people of all ages! First home of the many we have rented that had plenty of coffee cups, silverware, kitchen cookware etc.! Big pool, comfortable beds, strong internet… the list could go on and on!! Certainly a family favorite.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela v., Waldron

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

Destination wedding!

Overall was great. Patio furniture needs updated and screws on deck caused a few skin tears, beach was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great for large groups with kids

We had 5 families in our group with kids ranging from 2 to 13. This house worked out very well. Plenty of beds and each couple had their own bedroom. The pool was nice and large and the kids enjoyed playing there between going to the beach. Speaking of the beach, you can’t get any closer. A quick walk and you’re there. A nice deck to watch those on the beach and watch for dolphins, which we saw every day. The house is a little bit of a drive from town, so if you are looking to dine out every night, you will be driving a bit.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

summertide

It was a great time. We usually stay at the Carib but this was a new option we wanted to try out. As far as feedback, I would say the responsiveness to our initial concerns (about the bunk) was really great. Lots of positives overall. The beach proximity is amazing. The pool temperature was ideal.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Enjoyed the house very much

The location and access to the beach was wonderful. (except for a few hours of shaking during the storm the first couple of nights that added to the week) The house was clean upon arrival and the local agent did a wonderful job of correcting a couple of issues while we were there. Again, we did enjoy the property and would return again primarily for the location, parking space, pool, single level accessibility.and wonderful beach access.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Fantastic!

We absolutely loved the house, it was fantastic for our family. The house layout and especially having two kitchens really made everything run more smoothly. The extra bunk room on the first floor was perfect for the older kids to have a little privacy. If we come back to the area we will stay at Summertide again...

10/10 Excellent

Sherry C.

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

Private Oasis for Making Memories

Beautiful home with private pool and beach. Loved the space the separate living areas and kitchens provided for our family vacation. Ocean view with the beach only steps over the dune. Restaurants and Orange beach only 20 minutes away. Management was quick to respond to small issues. Great place to make lasting memories.
Stayed 7 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

carolyn b.

Amazing!

First off, let me just say that overall it was amazing! You *cannot* beat the location. We basically had the beach to ourselves and wow -that was just perfect! The pool was wonderful as well. We really loved it. We would love to come back!!! Already checking the calendar for next summer 😊😊😊 Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Amanda l.

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

Family vacation

We have a great stay. We had a few hiccups as with any rental but they came to fix it that day…. Very timely and listened to whatever we needed!!! Beautiful home and we made so many family memories that will last us a lifetime. We had a lot of space and fortunate enough to have two kitchens to cook that was a blessing!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Really great time. Loved the decks overlooking the ocean and the layout too

We had a great time for spring break with my family. The layout, with two 'wings' allowed the kids to be in the same home but to have "their" space. Clean and comfortable. Pool was nice, and heating it helped with spring break. We will be back. 😎