FAMILY VACATION

Guest: shells stevens (kingman in)
Date of Stay: 09/13/08 Review Submitted: 09/25/08

We took all our kids and grandchildren and also another couple with us to this house. We arrived right after hurricane IKE. We were still able to stay since the oner of the home was able to get her repair person there to make sure everything was in working order.Great location if you have little ones going to the beach. Well equipted with amenties for children 2 and under and toys for the beach for 2 and up.Would stay there again with out hesitation. There is a walmart 20 miles from house were we went and done our grocery shopping.We did not go into town as we were content to just use the beach and the pools that were provided.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.

Great family home that's close to the ferry to shave time off the commute from the west

Guest: Chris (Shreveport, La)
Date of Stay: 06/11/11 Review Submitted: 07/04/11

We found the house easily and it is very well appointed. I can't really say that there are things you would want for (except maybe a knife sharpener). The elevator is a nice amenity when moving luggage throughout the house but is a hazard when kids discover how to operate it. We were able to disable it for much of the stay. The deck on the back is great for lounging. The location is a good distance from Gulf Shores so get everything you need before coming down the strip. Also, because of the condos in the area, the beach can get crowded at times. Get a spot early on Saturday and place your tent to get the best spots. The houses location is very handy to the boardwalk so if your vacation will consist mostly of the beach it's awesome. If you are a pool and beach person, you'll find the pool about 250 yards away. The workout facility is another 100 yards beyond that. The minor issues we had were taken care of quickly by the owner (because of the drought, ants were coming in looking for water) and the house was clean and well taken care of. One last thing, if you're a history fan, the fort is 1.5 miles away and is a great way to spend a few hours.

Owner response:The large grocery stores (Bruno's and WalMart) are a 20 minute drive from the house. We do warn our guests about that in the check in process. However, there are a couple of small grocery stores about 2 miles from the house where you can get last minute items without having to drive to town. There are also restaurants, a bar right across the street in the Gulf Shores Marina, various rentals (bikes, boats, jet ski etc) just across the street. The community pool is about 50 yards from the house, not 250 as stated above. You can actually see it from the house. It is a very easy, flat walk, you do not need a car. I used to walk to the pool with my kids when they were little.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, age 55+, sightseeing, people with disabilities, families with young children.

Great Family Vacation

Guest: LJ (Louisville, Ky)
Date of Stay: 05/28/11 Review Submitted: 06/13/11

My husband and I been talking for some time about taking a family vacation, our children, their spouses, and our grand children, thirteen people in all. We couldn't have selected a better place than Day Dream, the decor and amenities made us feel so comfortable. The house was large and allowed for everyone to feel they could escape to their own space if they felt the need. The kitchen provided everything needed to prepare and serve a fine meal and the dining area along with the breakfast bar made it possible for all of us to sit and eat together. We found ourselves eating in for dinner more than expected because from about 4 pm the deck was in the shade and with the breeze off the Gulf it was so delightful no one wanted to leave. It was a sad day when we left, it was our first trip to Gulf Shores but it won't be our last. We are already making plans to return and Day Dream is our place of choice. Lauren, Louisville, Ky

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.

Family Vacation

Guest: granny (Old Hickory, TN)
Date of Stay: 05/14/11 Review Submitted: 05/17/11

My brothers, sisters & siblings have been to this propety or last 2 years. We have truly enjoyed our time here. The beach and ocean were just wondeful this year and the pools allow you to swim easily. The elevator is excellent as a lot of us have difficulty with stairs. The Sunset were beautiful and Tacky Jacks is a great place or breakfast if you don't want to cook.

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful Place

Guest: Extended Family Visitors (Little Rock, AR)
Date of Stay: 10/03/09 Review Submitted: 10/13/09

This home was wonderful. It was well equipped and decorated. Beach access (relatively private) was easy. The beach was ideal for our small grandchildren, with a gentle slope. The owners were a delight to deal with. We would certainly hope to be able to rent this home again when we return to the area.

Recommended for:Age 55+, people with disabilities, families with young children.

Guest: Extended Family Visitors (Little Rock, AR)
Date of Stay: 10/12/09 Review Submitted: 10/12/09

I wanted to let you know that everything was wonderful about our stay. Your home was beautiful and well furnished and equipped. It served our extended family well. The beach is gorgeous as are the preserved dune areas. The gentle slopes of the beach were also ideal for our 5 and 2 year old granddaughters When we come to the Gulf Shores area in the future, we would certainly like to rent your property again.

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Guest: Laura Farmer (LaGrange, KY)
Date of Stay: 10/05/09 Review Submitted: 10/05/09

My eight brothers and one sister traveled with our parents to Ft. Morgan to celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary. Eleven adults stayed very comfortably in this beautiful "Day Dream" home. The other ten stayed next door. We enjoyed the house very much. The elevator was perfect for our parents. We really enjoyed the large kitchen and family room. We watched a video that my sister-in-law made containing 60 years of pictures. The proximity to the beach and the pool was perfect for all of us, especially our parents. We enjoyed the peaceful beach, the beautiful sunsets and shooting stars. Thank you for helping us make some really good memories.

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Guest: Tamara Thomas (Pleasant Grove, AL)
Date of Stay: 09/29/09 Review Submitted: 09/29/09

Our growing family just spent a great week at Daydream. Six Adults and two babies (4 months and 5 months) enjoyed the spacious house and easy access to the gulf and pools. The layout was ideal for us; each couple had a king size bed and a private bath with plenty of room for the babies. The decor is bright and cheerful, the family area and kitchen were both spacious and comfortable. The ice maker and the elevator were so handy and the quality linens were a nice surprise. The house, the location, the furnishings, and the attentiveness of the owner added up to a great family vacation.

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Great Place to Vacation!!

Guest: TNMom (Palmyra, TN.)
Date of Stay: 07/25/09 Review Submitted: 08/04/09

Had a great time at Daydream! The description was accurate and we had a great owner to work with. I would recommend this as a great palce to stay. Close enough to go anywhere you want to, but at the same time far enough to be away from the crowd. We went out nearly every night and the distance was no problem. Went to Lambert's twice, Grazie's, Cosmos, Original Oyster House, Louisanna Langinappe(not a favorite) Tacky Jack's, where they cooked our fish we caught staright from the catch!!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, age 55+, sightseeing, people with disabilities, families with young children.

Guest: TNMom (Palmyra, TN.)
Date of Stay: 08/04/09 Review Submitted: 08/04/09

My family and I just returned from a weeks stay at Daydream and we can say that it was a great vacation. In part because of the location and the house was a great fit for our group. Very close to the boardwalk and the beach. Great view from the decks outside and the full front windows were a plus. Each bedroom having a bathroom was great. It is 20-30 min. out from town, which is no problem due to small traffic volume. Much less crowded beach and quiet and no city lights. Marina across the road is a nice place to walk or ride to. Took a nice shark fishing trip out of it. Could return tomorrow, no problems and very nice owmner to work with.

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