Located in Fort Morgan, just 15 miles from Gulf Shores, Smiles 'n Waves offers a cozy beach cottage experience. With an open floor plan and updated interior, this charming home is perfect for a relaxing getaway. Enjoy the outdoor living space under the home with comfortable furniture and BBQ grill or unwind on the spacious deck with views of both sunrise and sunset.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10135 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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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.
Fort Morgan 3 bedroom w/ views!
Welcome to Smiles 'n Waves – Your Updated Beach Cottage Retreat
If you're searching for a beautifully updated beach cottage in a fantastic location, look no further. With its open, airy floor plan and fresh coastal décor, Smiles 'n Waves offers the ideal setting for a relaxing beach getaway. Whether you're enjoying the comforts of the interior or the breeze in the shaded outdoor living space, you'll feel right at home.
Highlights
Outdoor Living Space: One of the standout features is the inviting ground-level area beneath the home. Outfitted with comfortable furniture, a BBQ grill, and a classic porch swing, it's the perfect place to relax, unwind, and enjoy the Gulf breeze.
Spacious Deck: Start your morning with a coffee overlooking the surf or wind down your evening under the stars—this upper deck is made for both.
Open-Concept Interior: Inside, you'll find a comfortable living space with plenty of seating for both relaxing and enjoying a movie or game night. The kitchen offers modern appliances—including a rare gas range—and is well-equipped for easy vacation cooking. There's counter seating as well as a dining table, so everyone has a place at mealtime.
Sleeping Arrangements
Primary Suite: King bed with a private en-suite bathroom, featuring a soaking tub and separate shower. Guest Bedroom: Queen bed, shares hall bath. Bunk Room: Two twin-over-twin bunk beds, shares hall bath. Living Area: Full sleeper sofa. Hall Bath: Tub/shower combination.
Additional Details
Dogs 25 pounds and under are welcome (maximum 2). Primary renter must be at least 25 years of age. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Snowbirds welcome – inquire about special off-season rates.
Explore Fort Morgan
Located just 15 miles from the heart of Gulf Shores, Fort Morgan offers a peaceful, scenic retreat while still keeping essentials close by. You'll find a nearby Dollar General and Sassy Bass Market for groceries and supplies. Local dining options include Tacky Jack’s, Sassy Bass (two locations), Coast, and the newly opened Jesse’s on the Bay. Many spots also feature live, local music.
The recently reopened Fort Morgan fishing pier offers excellent inshore fishing access. And for nature lovers, the Bon Secour Wildlife Refuge is just a short drive away. Explore over 7,000 acres of protected coastal habitat, with four hiking trails that showcase native flora and fauna.
***This home is currently listed for sale.***
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
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
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park 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)
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
Pets
Pets are 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
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 holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Gaines and Gulf Shores Museum. Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby. Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide
How much is parking at Fort Morgan 3 bedroom w/ views!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Fort Morgan 3 bedroom w/ views!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Fort Morgan 3 bedroom w/ views!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Fort Morgan 3 bedroom w/ views! located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Fort Morgan Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Fort Morgan and Kiva Dunes Golf Course. Edith Hammock and Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Fort Morgan 3 bedroom w/ views! Reviews
Reviews
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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Great house! Great location!
Peaceful location without packed beach. Beach is a short walk through a friendly neighborhood.
Our family would definitely stay here again!
Awesome time at the beach. Great house we stayed in. Would recommend to anyone! very relaxing time in Fort Morgan.
Mike
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Matthew G.
31 Mar 2024
Great place for family
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was our second spring break spent at this property, we love the place. Short little walk to the beach, when not at the beach place has all the amenities for a comfortable stay.
We had a blast. The check in was super smooth. The location is not crowded making plenty of room on the beach. The location was 100 yards from the beach. The check out was very easy. The staff also came in and checked with us at one point and was super helpful and friendly. Would definitely recommend for any medium to small sized families looking for a quick get-away
Repo S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kris P.
22 Mar 2024
Very Nice Beach Home
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We worked directly with Jen and Allison from Coastal View Vacations with this rental. They both were awesome at communication and answering all our questions. A short walk to the beach was great. The house was clean and very comfortable. We enjoyed our getaway from the snow!!
Kris P.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Mallory N.
31 May 2024
Family trip
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was nice, the view perfect and beautiful. The fenced in yard was nice for the kids. My mom's a professional housekeeper though and found a bunch of issues with the cleanliness in showers and the bar was sticky when we got there. A few dishes were dirty when we pulled them out to cook. The gas stove was a surprise to me. Kids loved it and we had a good vacation. Quick walk to the beach. Nice that some beach supplies were included. We'd possibly stay again just because of the location and fenced in yard for kids.
We had a fabulous week. The property was just as described. The management was always available. The beach was a decent walking distance and not crowded. Overall, we would stay here again.
Easy to find. Short walk to beach. Beach not to crowded. Good local food. Plenty of room for our family of 8. Only problem was that we have 3 teens that are 5'10- 6'2 and the bunk beds were a little short for them. We had such a great time though. Will be back.
Marcie H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chelsea W.
7 Jun 2025
Home away from home!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was the second time we brought our family to say at Smiles N Waves and are already looking forward to our next visit! We had everything we needed for our week long stay and the walk to the beach is only a few minutes away! The view looking off the deck is beautiful. I don’t think we could have picked any more of a perfect place to call our family vacation spot!
Chelsea W.
Verified
8/10 Good
Monica
4 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice property. No complaints.
Monica
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
steve K.
28 Sept 2022
GREAT STAY!!!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We LOVED our stay here!! Short walk to the Beach, the house was clean, & provided the privacy, & relaxation we needed for a great vacation!! I would definitely stay here again!
This was a wonderful stay / trip. We had so much fun…house is very spacious and open. The one question I had to the owner / contact was literally answered in MINUTES!!
Amy G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Beth H.
17 May 2023
Best house in Ft. Morgan
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Incredible location, adorable pink house that’s easy to find, every amenity you could want, and great view of the ocean! Super quiet and peaceful location
Beth H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Laura C.
9 Sept 2021
Perfect Stay!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We booked very last minute due to Hurricane Ida and the owner was more than accommodating. The house was perfect. The walk to the beach wasn't bad, even with a toddler and an infant. Great trip!
Laura C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amanda S.
31 Jul 2023
Great location, great house
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great property! The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and the house was clean and comfortable. There is a great outdoor space. I would highly recommend.
Home was clean except we didn’t have a big outside garbage can because they we full until our last day than we could take trash out. Maintenance never showed up to fix swing that was broke my daughter in law sat on it the 1st day. Chains were rusted out. It seems like the neighborhood would clean up the weeds around the homes. Idk if thats a normal thing in the area,The outside furniture could use some new cushions the ones there are very flat. Over all We had a great time while we were there.
It was a nice little get away. A few structural things needed repair but this didn’t impede our time. The only things that we felt could have been better is that the master tub water drained and we were not able to use it and the TV buffered and kicked us off every time we tried to watch anything in the evening. However, the quality and price was great and we enjoyed our time over Mothers Day Weekend.
This home had everything anyone would need. No need to pack the fans if you sleep with one. This house has an abundance of them. Just steps away from the gulf beautiful views. Only downfall of our trip was the dang cold and that awful wind. Didn’t make fishing any fun. Will be back in august.
Angela S.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jimmecqua G.
27 Oct 2022
Vacation Paradise
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Smiles and Waves exceeded my expectations. The house is spacious and is well maintained. The outdoor shower, sand box, grill and swings were a huge hit for my family. This home is in walking distance to the beach, not even a three minute walk. I have four small children and the walk was very doable. The beach was not crowded at all. We will definitely be returning.
Jimmecqua G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
8 Apr 2023
Slice of perfection
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We fell in love with the area and the house. Under the house it is paved, so the kids rode their bikes. There is a variety of seating and a swing, bonus! Everything was super clean, the beds were all very comfortable, and everything was very kid friendly. Our only downfall was the location to the beach. The walk wasn’t bad at all, but we have 3 kids under 6 and for them it was challenging to walk back and fourth. Overall we were highly satisfied and would definitely recommend!