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Canal front property in the heart of Gulf Shores

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A waterfront property with a canal, a grassy pathway, and a building with a balcony overlooking the water.
A turquoise and white building with a covered porch, a door, and a window.
A two-story house with a covered porch and a fenced yard.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher.
A spacious living area with a sofa, ottoman, and a brown leather chair. The kitchen features white cabinets, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8109 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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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.

Canal front property in the heart of Gulf Shores

Perfect vacation spot! Waterfront property - located on a canal leading to Little Lagoon. In the heart of Gulf Shores - 3 blocks to Gulf Shores main public beach and The Hangout. Walking distance to popular shopping spots and restaurants. Spacious 3 bedroom/2 bath unit. Primary bedroom with private bathroom and screened porch. Kayaking and fishing from the backyard - bring your kayak or rent one when you arrive!

PLEASE NOTE: This property is a duplex. One or both units may be rented. If one unit is rented, then the other unit will be rented out to another party. Each unit is independent containing a kitchen, living area, 3 br/ 2ba, and private screened porch. This listing is for Unit A. See listing #1876993 for side B.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

* Free guest parking - room to park 3 vehicles on site.
* Amenities include free WiFi, 2 smart tv's, fully equipped kitchen, screened porch, canal front.
* Linens come furnished, but please bring your own beach towels.
* Guests receive a “starter pack” of one toilet paper, paper towel roll, laundry detergent, dish washing detergent, one trash bag per trash can, and travel-sized shampoo, conditioner, and soap per bathroom.

POLICIES

* NO Smoking.
* Must be at least 25 years old to book.
* Check-in is 4 p.m. or later. (no exceptions)
* Check-out by 10 a.m. (you will be charged if you stay in the property later than 10 a.m.)
* A full list of our rules and regulations is contained in our Vacation Rental Agreement, which you will agree to upon booking.
* Rates subject to change up until time of booking
This vacation home's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Little Lagoon. Laundry facilities are available. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the proximity to shopping
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,170 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Please roll garbage carts across the street for pickup.
Remove all personal belongings - we are not responsible for items left after departure.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Trip protection insurance is offered at the time of reservation and is recommended. Cancellation policy will be enforced.
NO DIVING in canal - caution very shallow water.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 2 dogs -$150 fee/approval of breed. No cats.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Canal Front Property in the Heart of Gulf Shores Gulf Shores

Canal front property in the heart of Gulf Shores Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 136 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Cheryl J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The back porch was perfect for our dogs and the host was very responsive.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chasity W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, AC worked great! Located in a very good spot around all the activities in Gulf Shores
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arthur R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Close to the beach and shopping , you can walk to them in minutes. Was off the main traffic road , so that was awesome. Spacious rooms and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony J.

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

Enjoyed It

we enjoyed our time and it was a clean property and the host was really responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy N.

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

Short and sweet stay

Second time staying here, perfect for for we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jean P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice and peaceful time to get away. Not overcrowded. Still lots to do. Great location! Quiet street.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimee R.

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

Great location

Perfect for what we was looking for ! Very quiet street with close proximity to beach shopping and restaurants. Would definitely stay there again !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Rita F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

It’s a good place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ryan G.

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

Family trip for Softball Tournament

Property was well kept and clean. Great location with access to beach within minutes. Quiet and clean neighborhood. Overall had a great time using the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

scott s.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Gulf Shores

Great location
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bo C.

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

Beach vacation

Nice property. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Erica C.

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

A girl and her besties & parents

We had a great stay. The air had some issues staying cool and the internet went out on the last night there BUT overall it was a great stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Review

Wonderful stay and location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Nice stay

Great location, quiet and peaceful. about 4 blocks from the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank Z.

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

Loved it

Great place. Location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ashton w.

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

Perfect weekend get away

Loved the house. We had 3 couples and it was plenty of room. So relaxing with the little bay in the back. location was 10/10. Close to the beach, bars, restaurants! I’d stay here every time we come to Gulf shores.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicole E.

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

Great location

The property is in an amazing location. Very easy to walk to resturants and the beach! The home is older but was clean.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

B and G’s J.

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

Windy weekend!

Nice property! Enjoyed the location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

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

Kids volleyball tournament

This location is great you can walk to so many shops , beach , restaurants , ice cream and an awesome boardwalk nature preserve right at the end of the street
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joni H.

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

Great location

Nice location in gulf shores. Was able to shops and beach.. only complaints were walls are thin so any noise was heard.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marissa W.

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

Great time!

Great property! Walking distance to the beach and the main strip. We will definitely be using this property for our future stays!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

timothy b.

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

Varsity Girls basketball trip

Enjoyed the house. It was very clean and plenty of room. Would love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy G.

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

Family

Great location very clean walking distance to local stores and eats beach a couple blocks away we drove but would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

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

Great Place

Great place and great location. What more do you want?
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023