Vacation Rentals by Owner

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:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

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:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

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.

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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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:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with young children.

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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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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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/29/09 Review Submitted: 07/29/09

Daydream was an awesome house for our family beach trip. Location was quiet and on the beach.Kids and adults all had a wonderful week.House was perfect!Would definitely go back.

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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:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

Guest: Ashley23 (Fort Worth, Texas)
Date of Stay: 06/01/09 Review Submitted: 06/01/09

We just spent a week at Daydream and already want to go back. The house is nicely furnished, very roomy, and located right on the beach. The floor plan is great for large groups or multiple families vacationing together. The beach was so pleasant and very family friendly. Everyday we watched the dolphins travel up and down the coastline. My husband appreciated having the ice machine to fill up the cooler for the beach. Overall, we had a wonderful time and would recommend this house to all of our friends and family.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/09 Review Submitted: 04/05/09

My family and I very much enjoyed our week at the Day Dream! I'm the matriarch of the group, which also included my sister and her husband from Texas, my son and his fiancee, my second son and his wife and their two sons, ages 3 and 8 months, and my daughter and her husband and their daughter, age 10 months. The house was perfect for us. It's roomy, right on the beach (which was never crowded and always beautiful), and very close to the community pool & hot tub. All of the beds were SO comfy, and the house is amazingly soundproof; despite the crowd, no one was bothered by noise when others stayed up late playing games or rose early with little ones. If you're reading this and looking for a wonderful beach-front spot for your group to enjoy, we would all recommend a stay at Day Dream!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/01/09 Review Submitted: 03/20/09

The Day Dream exceeded our expectations for our large group. All of the furniture was very high class and comfortable. We also loved having a large automatic icemaker to fill up our coolers every day. If it works again, we would love to spend our vacation there again.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/01/09 Review Submitted: 02/23/09

My brothers and sister and I rented this place as a present for our parents and had a mini reunion. The place was awesome. Plenty of room for everyone. We did a little cooking and the kitchen was very adequate for our needs. We loved being able to eat all together at the huge table. The elevator was very helpful, especially with my Mom's knees. The bedrooms were spacious and quiet. I'm a very light sleeper and I was not disturbed by anyone else in the house. I would highly recommend this place for your next visit to the beach.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/01/09 Review Submitted: 01/07/09

Our family had a wonderful reunion at Day Dream. I'm glad we took the advice from another comment and brought in most of our food for the week when we arrived as we didn't want to leave once we were there! We did have a great outing taking the ferry to Dauphin Island. The ferry was just two miles away and the kids loved it. The owners/managers were always available to us by phone or email to answer questions or concerns. The setting is lovely.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/01/08 Review Submitted: 10/01/08

Our family could not begin to thank you enough for your part in one of the best vacations we have had. Your house is beautiful, to say the least. For the entire week, we were continually amazed at all the house had to offer. We were so fortunate to have had all the accommodations for everyone in our family, ranging from ages 2 - 84. All the bedroom and bathroom setups were wonderful and we could not imagine a better view of the Gulf. Everyone raved about the easy access to the beach and how the house itself offered everything we could need for the week. Chadd and I appreciated, too, how easy it was to arrange everything with you.

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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:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

A Great Beach Vacation

Guest: Beach-Guy (McKinney, Tx)
Date of Stay: 07/05/08 Review Submitted: 07/25/08

We took our whole extended family to Day Dream and had a wonderful time! Day Dream is a first class beach house with lots of room and suited our needs perfectly! The beach was beautiful and not crowded at all. For the adventurers in the group, it's a very enjoyable beachside walk around to the historic Fort Morgan from this location. We will surely want to return to Ft. Morgan, the Dunes community and Day Dream on our future beach trips!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/01/08 Review Submitted: 06/18/08

we all thought your house was beautiful. we loved the beach and ocean. the elevator really came in handy. thanks again for being so helpful.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/01/08 Review Submitted: 06/05/08

Great house, big rooms, fantastic view, quiet community, and best of all at night loved closing bedroom door; opening balcony door and hearing the roar of the ocean waves. Bring plenty of food, because once you are here at "Daydream" You Want Want to Leave!!!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/01/08 Review Submitted: 05/29/08

My extended family stayed the week before Memorial Day. We had a great time. The house was perfect. Plenty of room for everyone. Kids loved it, the house was very kid friendly, also we were provided with extras for the kids. I would recommend this house for anyone. We would visit this house again.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/01/08 Review Submitted: 04/20/08

My extended family stayed at Day Dream during Spring Braek. It is situated diectly on the beach so you can open the doors and windows and listen to the gulf. The sunrise and sunsets can be captured perfectly from the deck. There is plenty of room to have your own space. I really enjoyed reading a book on the second deck. It was a wonderful, less crowded place to take your children.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/01/08 Review Submitted: 03/27/08

My family and I stayed at the Day Dream this year over Spring Break (March 2008) and absolutly loved it! We spent every moment on the great deck and loved the house so much. Best vacation ever!!!

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Guest: Cindy Rinaldi_HAC123070 (Cleveland, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 01/01/08 Review Submitted: 01/28/08

My family and I liked Day Dream and its spectacular Gulf view so much, we stayed longer than planned. Watched the dolphins swim, fishing boats,pelicans hunt for food, sunsets, sunrises, etc.Love the decor, especially the green walls! Everyone will enjoy. Cindy

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Guest: Tim Rowe (Not Specified)
Date of Stay: 11/01/07 Review Submitted: 11/26/07

We stayed at Day Dream the week of Thanksgiving 2007. We found the kitchen well supplied and all appliances in excellent working order. The rooms were attractively decorated and comfortable.

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