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Charming coastal home-PRIVATE pool, 1-block to beach-Perfect for groups&families

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

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

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬

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

Charming coastal home-PRIVATE pool, 1-block to beach-Perfect for groups&families

Looking for a relaxing beach vacation? Step inside the Crystal Cottage and melt your cares away! Located in serene West Beach, this charming home gives you the privacy you want, yet the close proximity to all Gulf Shores has to offer!

** PRIVATE single-family home - no shared pool or walls!
** Full-size pool and privacy fence
** One block to the white sandy beaches of the Gulf
** 4 bedrooms (2 primary suites), sleeps 14
** 3 full bathrooms, luxury toiletries provided
** Designed for families and groups
** Walk to local favorites -- The Beach House, S&S Seafood Market, Waves Grocery, and Island Ice Cream

You’ll love the easy living at Crystal Cottage, a spacious home situated in the West Beach area of Gulf Shores, just ONE BLOCK from beach access, and 2-miles from the popular HangOut music and entertainment venue. You will instantly slip into vacation mode as you drive past the high rise buildings and enter the tranquility of Lagoon Drive and the West Beach area.

Redesigned from top to bottom, this family-friendly home sleeps 14 and offers an array of indoor/outdoor amenities.

Featured OUTDOOR Amenities
- Full-sized private pool with sunbathing ledge and built-in benches
- Stocked guest closet - beach wagon, chairs, umbrella, pool floats, beach towels
- Beautiful views of both the Gulf and Lagoon from top observation deck
- Multiple outdoor seating areas - 2 dining tables, covered patio lounge seating, pool loungers
- Outdoor shower
- Yard activities - bags, bocce ball, golf chipping game
- Large U-Shaped driveway, parking for up to 6 cars

Featured INDOOR Amenities
- All new furnishings 2025
- Fully stocked kitchen including coffee bar and kids dishware
- Large dining table seats 12
- Family friendly! Child gates, pack n play with sheets, kids books and activities
- Bar and card game/puzzle room
- Separate den providing additional living space, as well as a workstation
- Free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the house and smart TVs in almost every room

The PERFECT Location
We are conveniently located in West Beach - known for its laid back atmosphere and low density beaches. Grab the provided beach wagon, chairs, and umbrella and take a 4 min walk to the crystal-clear waters and sugar-white sands. Head 10 min the other way to Little Lagoon Pass Park, complete with a wide walking path, fishing piers, and shallow sand bars.

Need some food or drinks? We are a 10-minute walk from some local favorites!
** THE BEACH HOUSE ** features a variety of Gulf seafood, quality American cuisine and carefully crafted cocktails. Great happy hour specials!
** S&S SEAFOOD MARKET ** offers fresh, local seafood. Take it home raw, cooked your way to go, or try one of their specialties - smoked tuna dip is a fan favorite!
** ISLAND ICE CREAM ** showcases mason jar sundaes, milkshakes, shaved ice, and over 40 flavor options of ice cream. The best place for ice cream on the island!
** WAVES ** offers a one-stop shop for any last minute items you may need - beach gear, fishing bait, ice, adult beverages, snacks and grocery essentials. Waves has got you covered!

Full grocery store options include Rouses Market (3.5 miles) and Walmart Supercenter (3.6 miles). We are also a short drive from the Gulf Shores Sports Complex if that's what brings you to town.

Ask us about our guest book for some more of our local favorites!

Looking for a detailed home walkthrough? Ask us! This home was redesigned from top to bottom in 2025 with thoughtful indoor and outdoor amenities. We are happy to provide additional details prior to your booking and/or visit!
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Gulf Shores Beach. Enjoy features like a gym, laundry facilities, and an arcade/game room. The vacation home offers a private pool and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and a playground
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Gulf Shores Beach and 5 minutes by car from Gulf State Park
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a fitness center, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets 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.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Gym

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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 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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.