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Playful Pelican - 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms - Impressive Updates - Pet Friendly

Holiday home with a water park, steps from Fort Morgan Beach

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Interior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Take advantage of a water park, a garden and laundry facilities at Playful Pelican - 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms - Impressive Updates - Pet Friendly. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Playful Pelican - 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms - Impressive Updates - Pet Friendly

It’s time to get away from it all! The Playful Pelican is located in Fort Morgan which is one of the quieter areas of the Alabama Gulf Coast. This two bedroom, two bath home is a mere two-minute stroll to the sugar white beaches with no roads to cross and no traffic to negotiate – the sand and surf await you!

The Playful Pelican is approximately 1,100 square feet. This beach house sleeps eight (8), and features 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a spacious kitchen with brand new Whirlpool appliances and granite countertops. The kitchen can seat 4 at the table, and four more people can be seated at the large island. The new stainless steel Whirlpool appliances are beautiful and perfect for your family.

The open living room has a new sofa and loveseat that is very comfortable! The living room is equipped with a Blu-ray DVD player and a new 50" flat screen Samsung SMART HDTV with a complete package of Philo streaming service and LIVE TV for local channels. Other apps are available for guests that have subscriptions. We have 2.4G and 5G Wi-Fi Internet service. There is also a full complement of books and board games available.

The private Master bedroom offers a new king sized bed, 43” flat screen Samsung SMART HDTV, Blu-ray DVD player, new end tables and chest of drawers, and a comfortable sitting area. The Master Bath is attached. It is a peaceful place to relax or read a good book. The Master bathroom has been recently updated with fresh paint and a clean décor.

The second bedroom which sleeps six (6), has a full over full bunk bed, as well as a queen size bed, all with luxurious memory foam mattresses. There is a 50” flat screen SMART HDTV in the second bedroom, along with a new bedside table and tall chest of drawers. This bedroom is very nicely decorated with beachy décor. There is plenty of room for the kids and they will love the turtles.

A full bathroom is located off the hallway just a few steps away.

The Playful Pelican has been recently updated, freshly painted, and tastefully decorated throughout. You will love the beachy decor. We recently installed beautiful porcelain tile flooring throughout and all new 3-panel Craftsman style interior doors. There is also a new Maytag washer and dryer conveniently located in the hallway closet.

Outside, new stairs and deck railings have been recently installed and freshly painted. Also, there are all new doors and windows throughout, and new screens which allow for ample fresh, clean air offered up by the gulf breezes. We recently had the entire house resided with Hardie siding and it has been freshly painted.

The large covered porch has views of both the Gulf of Mexico and Mobile Bay - the perfect place to unwind after a great day at the beach. Sitting on the front porch and viewing the Gulf of Mexico and Mobile Bay at the same time is awesome.

In addition, located under the home is an enclosed outdoor shower, outdoor sink, picnic table, Weber charcoal grill, sitting area with overhead decorative patio lights, and brand new concrete parking area. You will find several beach chairs, umbrellas, carts, games, toys, buckets, shovels, boogie boards, and some fishing nets, along with many other toys and other items in the storage shed.

The Playful Pelican has a 5-star professional cleaning company that cleans, sanitizes, and inspects our home. You will arrive to a clean house with fresh linens, bath towels, and a starter supply of toilet paper, paper towels, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, soap and other amenities. We also supply beach towels for you to use for convenience.

Fort Morgan, unlike Gulf Shores, is known for less traffic, less noise, and fewer people on the beach – even during the peak summer season. Why spend your vacation packed in like a sardine when the Fort Morgan beaches offer a chance for real peace and quiet? Grocery stores and restaurants are just down the road.

The Playful Pelican is located just twenty minutes from Gulf Shores, and less than five minutes from the Mobile Bay Car Ferry, which offers year round service across the bay to Dauphin Island and Mobile, Alabama. You may want to add a visit to Fort Morgan Historic State Park. It is adjacent to the ferry launch, and is approximately a mile from the Playful Pelican.

In addition, Tacky Jacks restaurant is located just a short distance away with dining, cocktails and Thursday night karaoke. There is also the Sassy Bass Restaurant about three miles away with great 'catch of the week' dining.

The Gulf Shores Yacht Club and Marina is less than a mile away. You can rent boats or charter fishing trips. Speckled trout, white trout, redfish, flounder, sheepshead, tripletail, bluefish, red snapper, pompano and king mackerel are common in the Gulf Shores area.
Area attractions include:
• Gulf State Park
• Hugh S. Branyon Back Country Trail
• Alabama Coastal Birding Trail
• Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary
• Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
• Waterville USA Theme Park
• Nearby World-Class Golf Courses
• Miniature Golf
• Alligator Alley
• Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
• Zip Lining
• Fort Morgan State Historic Site
• Ferry to Dauphin Island
• Helicopter Tours
• National Naval Aviation Museum, Pensacola, FL
• Battleship USS Alabama in nearby Mobile, AL
• The Track, Family Recreation Center
• The Factory
• Gulf Shores Museum
• Adventure Island
• OWA
• Tanger Outlet Mall (120+ stores and food court) in Foley, AL
• Pinnacle Shopping Centre which includes a movie cinema
• The Wharf in Orange Beach
• San Roc Cay entertainment district in Orange Beach
• And, the gorgeous beaches of Ft Morgan, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama, as well as nearby Perdido Key, Florida
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Sunshine, beaches, swimming, water sports, fishing, boating, dolphin cruises, parasailing, zip lining, marinas, bird watching, hiking, biking, shopping, dining out, and tropical breezes await you.

For the early riser, the breath-taking sunrises can be enjoyed on the covered front deck while sipping your morning coffee. If you prefer watching the sun rise over the gulf waters, it’s only a two minute stroll to the beach. You just might see the dolphins playing close to the shore.

If you dream of getting away from the pressures of everyday life, the nature and serenity of Fort Morgan is just what the doctor ordered. Stroll along the beach and enjoy the sugar white sand and salty air. If you walk towards the point of the peninsula at dusk, from the surfside or the bayside, you will see the most beautiful sunsets you will ever see.

The Playful Pelican is available for rental year round. The Playful Pelican is definitely your home-away-from-home.
Please come make the Playful Pelican your vacation home.

NOTE: For your safety, there are outdoor security cameras. The video footage is not shared and is recorded for security, insurance and liability reasons only. It does not infringe upon the guests’ privacy. There are no indoor cameras.

We require a completed and signed Rental Agreement, along with a photo of your current ID, within 48 hours of making the reservation.

Guests may call us at anytime. We would love to introduce ourselves and give you more information about our home.

There is a green binder in the home stocked full of information about Gulf Shores and the surrounding areas.

We have a digital guidebook that will be sent after booking that contains everything you need to know about our home and the surrounding area.

There is a blue binder in the home that has a lot of information about the house. We ask that guests reference this when they arrive.

Property amenities

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

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: NO Smoking/Tobacco/Cannabis/E-Cigarettes/Vaping!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 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

Rules

NO Smoking/Tobacco/Cannabis/E-Cigarettes/Vaping! $300 additional charge if evidence of any substance in or on the property.
Late departures (after 10:00 am CST) will incur a minimum fee of $100 plus any additional costs incurred by the owner. Cleaning arrives at 10:00am.
Maximum of 2 dogs. If there is dog waste left on the property, there will be an additional $150 fee.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs only; limit 2 unless preapproved by the Homeo

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO Smoking/Tobacco/Cannabis/E-Cigarettes/Vaping!

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 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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, while Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Fort Morgan - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 11 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 45 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Selah - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Connections Coffee Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Playful Pelican - 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms - Impressive Updates - Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Playful Pelican - 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms - Impressive Updates - Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Playful Pelican - 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms - Impressive Updates - Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Playful Pelican - 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms - Impressive Updates - Pet Friendly located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps from Fort Morgan Beach and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Fort Morgan. Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

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Playful Pelican - 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms - Impressive Updates - Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 120 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 120 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jade M.

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

Relaxing!

Great house, super close to the beach, very clean, and a great layout. Kitchen was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley S.

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

Perfect Little Vacation Home

We enjoyed a wonderful week at the Playful Pelican. Everything was as stated in the listing, the beds were comfortable, and everything needed was available. The owners were great to communicate any time we had a question. We highly recommend Playful Pelican!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

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

Great location!

Great area especially for a family. Close to the beach on a quiet road
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

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

Great house

Great little house in a great neighborhood
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry W., Columbia,Ky

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

Exceeded expectations

Booking, check-in & check-out we’re easy. Unit was very well equipped. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

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

Great Holiday Weekend

The property was clean and neat and in a great location away from all the busyness of the holiday weekend crowd. Just what we were looking for to spend July 4th holiday and celebrate with family. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Playful Pelican

What a beautiful beam home. Very quiet area. I’m sure we will visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patty B., Wildwood MO USA

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

Cozy clean and dog-friendly home in quiet location

We love the Playful Pelican for its quiet neighborhood and close proximity to beautiful dog- friendly Ft. Morgan beach. The house has every modern convenience, is squeaky clean, and beds and furniture are very comfortable. We have stayed here before and would love to stay again. One of the most well maintained VRBOs we have ever stayed in!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

Fantastic beach getaway

My family and I visit Fort Morgan at least once a year, but this was the first time to stay at this beach house. It was exactly what we hoped for. Spotless, well-maintained, and well supplied with everything we needed to truly get away. The walk to the beach is very short and the beach itself was clean and lightly populated with other families being respectful of everyone’s experience. We were there to relax in the sand and eat excellent seafood and we checked both boxes. The owners responded quickly to any questions we had prior to arrival and during our stay. We’ll be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

perfect beach house

We had the most relaxing vacation at the Playful Pelican. It was incredibly clean and had everything we needed. The beds were comfy. We loved that it came equipped with beach towels, beach wagon/toys, chairs so we didn't need to pack all of the extras which made packing so much easier. We were able to take our two pooches with us and they loved the trip as much as we did. Fort Morgan is our favorite area--the beaches are quiet and not crowded. There are restaurants and small stores close by. The marina is fun to check out and has a nice restaurant, dock store, ice cream shop, and it has fishing charters as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles R.

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

Playful Pelican Stay

Playful Pelican was perfect little getaway. The owners have done an extraordinary job capturing the beach atmosphere and creating a little haven to enjoy just relaxing on the coast to enjoy the beach and all it entails. The owners made check in easy and were always available if a problem should present itself. The house had everything you would need, including beach stuff. Highly recommend putting this one on you list to check out when visiting Fort Morgan. Its not directly on the beach but the one way in and out street created some seclusion and everyone we met to and fro were extremely pleasant to talk to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darrell T.

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

Playful Pelican

This was a wonderful property! The home was very well stocked with everything you could ask for to enjoy your stay. The furnishings and decor were very nice, with new appliances throughout the kitchen. Plenty of games, puzzles, and books were on hand to keep everyone entertained during the inevitable pop-up rain showers. The storage area under the house contained loads of toys and gear to enjoy the sand and surf, along with a cart to transport that was the envy of the beach! The outdoor shower was perfect for shedding all the sand when returning from the beach. The owners were very responsive and ensured we had all of the info we needed to enjoy our stay. I highly recommend this property for a relaxing trip to Fort Morgan!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela Y.

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

Perfect beach house

This is a great little house on a good street, with a family friendly perfect stretch of beach. When we left to check out more of the area, the kids protested, and they were right. This beach area was the cleanest, nicest, and super convenient from the house. Some of the other, neighboring streets were kind of spooky in the off season, but this street wasn't. The house was great and open living area worked well as a place for quality family time. We saw dolphins, the Blue Angels, lots of birds. Kids played in the sand and picked up shells and we all boogie boarded. We saw anglers catching fish, so might try that next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

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

Playful Pelican

Great location, clean property & great amenities. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

USSSA World Series/ Beach Vacation

Everything was as good or better than described or shown in pics. We look for seclusion when we go to the beach and we found it here. Plus it was only about a 30 minute drive to the ballpark. Property and hosts were phenomenal. My only recommendation would be to bring bug spray. The mosquitoes were pretty worrisome at night, which I'm sure was due to excessive rainfall prior to our arrival.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

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

Great place to disconnect

This is a great place to get away. It is a very quiet area. Owners were great with communication. The property expectations are clearly posted. We loved having no carpet and a safe place for our fur babies. We brought our own wire collapsible dog crate so our babies were cool and comfy while we were away. Until we visited the area I didn’t know how important a lawn service was for late night fur baby potty trips. High grass in the middle of the night is a no for us. The owners have gone to great lengths to insure a perfect stay. We hope to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Destini S., JASPER

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

As Goldilocks says, "This one is just right..."

I've rented many properties from Georgia to Hawaii, and our experience here was exceptional. The hosts were extremely helpful and communicated in a timely manner. The Playful Pelican is extremely clean, organized, and the hosts have gone above and beyond to put all information about the area at your fingertips. The outdoor shower was a favorite after a hot day at the beach. You will find anything you might need there! Everything is labeled and neat which was great! Give it a try! You won't regret it. (The only thing I wished it had was a full size mirror on the back of the master bedroom door so I could have seen what my outfits looked like) I really just can't say enough good things about our experience! It was great. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wesley E.

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

Great beach retreat

The house is well curated, thoughtful and caring. The communication is very thorough. Maybe too much for the current landscape of VRBO. However, I anticipate most homeowners will become as thorough as these hosts. Especially those wanting their home well kept for their personal use. Away from the house, Fort Morgan is a gem. Quieter. Calmer. Most of the beach amenities were well above average items that we were allowed to use, ie the beach cart, the outdoor shower and the under house seating area. We will certainly choose this home should we return to the area with our family of four.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shane H.

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

Beach Getaway

We throughly enjoyed our stay at the Playful Pelican, the owner’s have done an outstanding job in updating and maintaining the property. The property exceeded our expectations, we look forward to coming back to the Playful Pelican and would recommend this property for anyone looking for a care-free, convenient, beach getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

donna p.

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

Just beachy!

The Playful Pelican was wonderful! Our stay there was so enjoyable.. The house was very clean, really cute beach decor and had absolutely everything we needed. Location to the beach was only a short walk. We definitely plan on staying there again!😎
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Shelby M.

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

Very nice location it was secluded with a nice beach

Always rented a condo so fist time renting a beach house.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Miriam S., Nashville, TN

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

Perfect vacation!

Can’t complain about anything!! The home is well appointed and we had such a great time we wanted to stay longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

kristy s.

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

LOVE THIS HOUSE!

This property was very, very clean, organized and well stocked with beach accessories and everything else you may need. The owners were some of the kindest people I have ever rented from. They truly go out of their way to make it a wonderful, easy experience. Sincerely, Simon Fam
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Fantastic beach house

We have been vacationing at Gulf Shores (Fort Morgan area) for at least 8 yrs now. This is hands down the best place we have stayed. Very clean and just as described. The owners were so nice and accommodating. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

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

Great trip! Everything we needed!

The house was nice and we appreciated having beach towels, beach chairs and the beach wagon to carry it all provided for our use.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021