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On the beach - On the Beach and walk to restaurants and shops! (Gulf Shores)
Ocean Reef is nestled in the heart of Gulf Shores, offering a 5-star beachside retreat. Stroll to The Hangout and other local restaurants, or unwind by the tropical pool surrounded by palm trees. With a fully stocked kitchen, laundry room, and grills for picnics nearby.

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Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 689 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

On the Beach and walk to restaurants and shops!

  • 5 Star Location in Gulf Shores! The beach right behind the condo (200 yards)! Ocean Reef is right in the heart of Gulf Shores. You can walk to many restaurants (Including the famous, The Hangout) and local shops! Ocean Reefs tropical pool is in the middle of the condominium with Palm trees looking over you! The condo requires 2 short flights of stairs to enter (not ground floor). Covered parking for your vehicle. Ocean Reef is Beachside but Patio views Beach Blvd

    * Fully Stocked Kitchen

    Condo is self check In. Please reach out to us if you need anything before or during your stay. We truly want your beach vacation to be perfect!! We live one hour away in Pensacola FL.

    Ocean Reef condominium is in a Great Location! Just a half a mile from The Hangout and Many More Restaurants. A short walk to the beach. Pizza & Ice Cream right across the street

    Laundry room, showers to rinse off sand, grills/picnic table, and the pool are some of the shared condo amenities!

    We have two adult beach chairs, beach toys, and a beach umbrella available for our guests. Enjoy the beach, walking to restaurants, and shops across the street. The location is perfect

    We are in the heart of Gulf Shores on Beach Blvd. You can walk to several restaurants including The Hangout and Bahama Bobs. There is also a pizza & sandwich restaurant across the street. Several shops, ice cream, and snow cones shops within walking distance

    *You will need to buy a parking pass ($40 per car (cash) covers entire length of your stay), 2 cars will fit in a designated spot for unit 115, but you will park one in front of the other. There are also a few other spots to park but these spots fill up quickly sometimes.

    *Please see my Gulf Shores guidebook for restaurant suggestions and places to visit!!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: 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

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

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

  • Unit size: 963 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
Contactless check-out

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

☞︎ No smoking is allowed anywhere on the property. If you smoke inside the home you will be charged $500.
☞︎ Person booking and checking in must be at least 25 years old to reserve and must occupy the rental property throughout the whole booking
☞︎ No parties or events are allowed. Between the hours of 10pm and 8am noise should be kept to a minimum.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 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 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

About the area

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is on the beach. The Wharf and Tanger Outlet Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Grill and Golf are also worth visiting. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach
    Gulf Shores Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 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
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gulf State Park
    Gulf State Park
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • GulfShores_WatervilleUSA_6097646-06
    Waterville USA
    3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Wade Ward Nature Park
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Hangout
    12 min walk
  • The Catch
    5 min walk
  • Pink Pony Pub
    13 min walk
  • Sunliner Diner
    13 min walk
  • Picnic Beach
    14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is On the Beach and walk to restaurants and shops! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at On the Beach and walk to restaurants and shops!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at On the Beach and walk to restaurants and shops!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On the Beach and walk to restaurants and shops!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On the Beach and walk to restaurants and shops! located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Orange Beach Beaches is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

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On the Beach and walk to restaurants and shops! Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Family friendly place !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tresha K.

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

Great family getaway

Nice condo and location. Lauren was great and responded promptly to our questions. It was a great family getaway!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Loved this condo

Very clean and cozy. Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lindsay G.

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

Ideal Location for an Amazing Beach Trip!

We loved the location! It was very convenient to shops and restaurants and only a short walk to the beach. Overall, the condo was clean and provided what we needed. The beach chairs and toys were a nice touch but otherwise not too many extra “frills”. There are limited kitchen supplies if wanting to cook a full meal but we were able to cook simple breakfast. We did have trouble connecting to WiFi but otherwise we were pleased with the accommodation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Megan B.

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

Great stay in gulf shores!

We had a fantastic stay in gulf shores! The rental is clean and has very comfortable beds. The kitchen is well stocked for quick meals, but could use a few more things to be useful for cooking full meals. The host is excellent at communication and suggesting local spots. Pool is really nice and not overcrowded. They also do a great job of keeping it clean. The community laundry is very accessible and has great large size washers/dryers. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

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

Our Vacay

It was very nice. The pots and pans and dishes was not that good. Some the plates and bowls have cracks in them. Was washing one and the plate just broke in half!! The pan stuck to everything and need replaced!! Other than that we really enjoyed the condo and beach!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew K.

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

Great property for the price

Our family of five stayed just a couple weeks into the off season, so the weather was great and the water was warm. While the unit doesn't overlook the beach, access is direct through the parking level and also provides a pool with relative privacy in the center of the complex! Overall, our experience was great! The complex has a lot to offer for the price. We enjoyed the place and the little extras. There's a few outdated things, but nothing I wouldn't expect in this price range. Property manager contacted us a couple times to make sure all was well, but not so much to be an annoyance. We will consider this place again for a future vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

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

F u n

Had a great time. Easy walk to beach and very family friendly. Close to many attractions... walking distances
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

Wonderful property

Property was a great fit for us.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyla E.

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

Great location!

Awesome area, next to the beach and shopping! Our host lauren was also fantastic, she was great with responding and helping out! We would definitely stay here again but bring our kids with us next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia R.

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

Wonderful Spot !

We were in town for a large beach volleyball tournament and so lucky to find this beachfront condo just a short walk away. Very beautiful, and so convenient to skip parking hassles and get to the beach and the restaurants on foot! The owner is extremely communicative and agreeable!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kecia B.

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

Girls trip

Short walk to the beach, pool was really nice, location was awesome, and convenient to everything. Such a cute place, clean and felt like home! Definitely would book again. Lauren was great, communicated well and answered any questions quickly! Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

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

Lovely unit in a good location

My daughter and I enjoyed our short stay here. The outside of the unit is dated, but the inside is nice and new, very nice! The location is perfect and having the parking under the unit is ideal. It is noted in the listing, but there is no elevator on the property, so you have to steps no matter which floor you are staying on. This particular unit is on the top floor. It was fine for us, but some people may struggle. Easy walk to the beach and we actually enjoyed people watching at night from our balcony vs staring at the ocean. The property owner was quick to respond to my questions.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Clean but…

Clean and cute but ice maker didn’t work; at the beach you need lots of ice! The tvs only had a very few channels and the ones it had were not good signal, while watching tv it looked like puzzle pieces on screen! Description said 2flight of stairs but really had to climb 4 flights!! Very hard to climb!! Walls very thin had the man next door actually woke us up snoring from the condo next door!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana C.

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

Great Stay

We enjoyed our stay in the condo and everything that we needed was there.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

ed b.

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

Nice cute place

Enjoyed our stay..very comfortable..close to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024