Vacation Rentals by Owner

Wonderful Experience!

Guest: Carol (Benton, AR)
Date of Stay: 03/17/12 Review Submitted: 03/22/12

Wonderful communication between the owners. We loved the pool area, very well kept and beautiful. Easy beach access across the street. The condo was actually a little larger than I anticipated - 3 of us (me, my 8 y/o son and 10 y/o nephew) were all very comfortable. Beautiful views from the balcony, LOVED having the key pad code so we didn't have to keep up with a key. This was our first stay in a condo and we will never go back to hotel rooms again!!! Overall we were very happy and comfortable. Thank you again Anita!!!

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

We will be back

Guest: Badgers (On Wisconsin!)
Date of Stay: 02/29/12 Review Submitted: 04/08/12

My wife and I loved Gulf Shores, the Surf and Racquet Club, and your condo. Wonderful view of the beach from the lanai, and the pool area was great. Perfect location away from the noise and traffic. Many snowbirds were there during our stay, the only negative I heard was that some of the guests wished that the pool was heated.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Relaxing Week

Guest: AliR (Birmingham, AL)
Date of Stay: 08/17/11 Review Submitted: 08/27/11

Had a great time at the condo for 5 days. It has a beautiful view of the beach from the balcony even though it's across the street. I have foot problems & was concerned about the walk across to the beach but it was not bad at all. Very pleased with the boardwalk & beach area. Beautiful view of the bay from the pool. Very convenient for the condo to have a key pad access so we didn't have to keep up with a key. We cooked in the kitchen one night & enjoyed the night in. Look forward to using the condo again! Thanks so much!!!

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Had a Great time!!

Guest: Amy (Memphis, TN)
Date of Stay: 07/15/11 Review Submitted: 07/20/11

We had a great time staying in this condo. It was the perfect size for my husband, myself, and our 2 year old. We especially enjoyed sitting on the balcony looking at the ocean! It was a very short walk to the beach and the pool area was very nice too.

Owner response:Thanks Amy, Glad you picked our condo for your Big #5 Anniversary Get-Away. Ya'll come back now, U-hear!

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

Great Stay!

Guest: dh (Nacogdoches)
Date of Stay: 06/25/11 Review Submitted: 07/04/11

Hubby and I got away from the kids, the jobs and the city and enjoyed our stay in GSA! The view is really great. You never know what you get when you rent sight unseen - this was just the ticket! Very comfy, close to all activities and great complex. The pool and hot tub are fabulous as well.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Gulf Shores condo

Guest: Gail (St. Louis, MO)
Date of Stay: 05/11/11 Review Submitted: 05/26/11

Our week at your condo was wonderful! The weather was perfect and we enjoyed the beautiful pool and surrounding area. I will have to say that the owner was so willing to please and kept in contact with us up till the day we arrived. Great stay and would rent again.

Owner response:Always glad to hear happy comments from our guests. We strive to keep our unit in top-notch shape!

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

Guest: Kurt & Tami-Milford, OH
Date of Stay: 04/16/11 Review Submitted: 05/30/11

We had a very relaxing stay at the beach. The weather was perfect, we couldn't have asked for better. We visited Dauphin Island, what a unique place. Enjoyed the ferry ride over and back, what an experience. Thanks again for a perfect vacation! (This was their 2nd stay!)

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Guest: Brent--North Manchester, IN
Date of Stay: 04/03/11 Review Submitted: 05/30/11

Thank you so much for the use of your condo. It was perfect for our Spring Break family vacation. We all enjoyed the hot tub every morning, sun bathing at the beach and just enjoying the time we were able to spend together. Thanks again

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Guest: Larry & Brenda -Nashville, TN
Date of Stay: 03/27/11 Review Submitted: 05/30/11

What a welcome rest from care-taking! We escaped the cold and thoroughly enjoyed your comfortable"home" away from home. Like others, we enjoyed watching the dolphins, walking on the beach and lounging around the pool. Thanks so much. Hope we can do this again!

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Guest: Bob & Angie
Date of Stay: 03/26/11 Review Submitted: 05/30/11

Thanks for taking such great care of us. We really enjoyed the view, seeing the dolphins was so wonderful. Everything was great and we had everything we needed for a perfect vacation. We hope to be back again!

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Guest: Aaron
Date of Stay: 08/20/10 Review Submitted: 05/30/11

Thanks for making our Anniversary get-away great! We really enjoy our stay everytime! We will be seeing you again soon! (This was their 2nd stay)

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Guest: Leah30 (Mobile, AL)
Date of Stay: 05/06/10 Review Submitted: 05/06/10

This place had all the comforts of home, it was perfect. We enjoyed the pool area and the view from the balcony. The keypad on the door was great, no need to keep up with a key. We will definitely be back, thanks again!

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Guest: john smith3 (birmingham alabama)
Date of Stay: 05/02/10 Review Submitted: 05/02/10

the condo was great the view from the balcony was good we saw dolphins almost every morning the facilities was great with the pool and the hottub would recomend this condo to anyone it was fantastic thanks anita

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Guest: Sue Quinn (Neenah, WI)
Date of Stay: 04/12/10 Review Submitted: 04/12/10

Our stay in your unit at Gulf Shores Surf & Racquet Club was very enjoyable!We particularly enjoyed the view of theGulf and being able to hear the waves while still feeling like we had privacy. Being surrounded by the lagoon in the back added to the beauty of it all. The unit was perfect for the 3 of us and we appreciated the cleanliness and having items available for our use. We'd recommend this spot to our friends and family. Thanks for sharing!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/04/10 Review Submitted: 04/04/10

Anita,We had a wonderful time! The condo was very nice and quite cozy. The view was spectacular just as you described. We did see a few dolphins as we watched from the balcony. The resort itself is also very nice, we enjoyed the pool area and walking on the pier. We certainly plan on coming back as the Gulf Shores area is just the kind of vacation getaway we like. Thanks again for helping make our trip amazing!!!!Kurt, Tami and Meagan Thomayer

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Guest: Dolores 1 (-)
Date of Stay: 03/17/10 Review Submitted: 03/17/10

We really enjoyed our stay at your condo.We had all the comforts of home plus the view of the ocean outside the window. We love the easy access to the beach. We were in a quiet area on the Shores but with in a short drive to everything we wanted to do. Thanks so much for sharing your special place.

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Great Get-Away

Guest: Dianne (Trussville, Alabama)
Date of Stay: 02/28/10 Review Submitted: 03/07/11

We really enjoyed our stay in your condo - very clean and cozy. It was perfect for the two of us and the get-away was just what we needed. So relaxing --- nothing like the beach and a good book to take away all your worries! The condo was small, but had everything needed for a wonderful beach trip. The view from the balcony was wonderful and it was just a short walk to the beach. The sunset on Wednesday night was just breathtaking.

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

Going for the Third Visit!

Guest: Mr Jim (Iron Mountain, Michigan)
Date of Stay: 01/01/10 Review Submitted: 04/10/10

Hey all, just ditto my post of April 2009. I returned to this condo for two nice months during the winter of 2010 and have made arrangements to return for January and February 2011. Why? Its the best deal in Gulf Shores! La Bella Vita!

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.

Guest: Kathi Davis (Athens, Alabama)
Date of Stay: 09/12/09 Review Submitted: 09/12/09

The perfect little condo for a "get-away from it all" visit! The condo was as described, clean with a private balcony that is much nicer than any we've stayed at before. You can sit out on the balcony and watch the waves come in with no one on either side of you. Easy access to the beach. Nice, white sandy beach. Comfortable bed. Great shower! Great water-pressure, unlike any other condos we've stayed in. Beautiful pool and pool area. Plenty of shaded and sunny areas to sit. Lagoon side was very serene and peaceful. Easy parking and access to elevators. Everything that was needed was provided. Close proximity to great fun and great eating. The last day we were there we chose some Orange Beach eateries: Hazel's Restaurant has a great buffet at reasonable prices and Andy's Ice Cream Parlor (right behind Hazel's) has great hot dogs and ice cream. A great place to stay! Thanks Anita! Next time we're able to "get away" again, we'll definitely keep your condo on our Favorites List!

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Guest: Leigh Ann Huffstatler (Ponototc, MS)
Date of Stay: 09/11/09 Review Submitted: 09/11/09

Loved the condo! It was great for my 2 girlfriends and myself. The pool was beautiful and i loved being able to have views of both the ocean and the bay. The pier overlooking the bay is very nice at night! Did not see dolphins in the am because we slept in every morning since we had no children traveling with us. I really enjoyed looking at the ocean and hearing the waves the sofa in the living room. Will visit again maybe before the year is up.

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Guest: PATSY WELDON (WETUMPKA, ALABAMA)
Date of Stay: 08/05/09 Review Submitted: 08/05/09

OUR STAY HERE WAS REALLY GREAT. YOU HAVE A VIEW OF THE POOL AND A VIEW OF THE OCEAN ALSO.. THE CONDO WAS IN GREAT CONDITION AND ALSO IN A GOOD LOCATION. WE LOVED THE POOL AREA.

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Guest: Gary Davidson (Mountain Home, Arkansas)
Date of Stay: 07/27/09 Review Submitted: 07/27/09

Couldn't have asked for a better time. This condo was a perfect choice for my son & me. Everything was up to date, clean, & accomadating. The combination of having a pool to relax by at the end of a long day or even doing some late evening fishing out back adds to the many activities you will find here. Having a balcony with a beach front view was a great way to start your morning, & as an added bonus of the occasional Dolphin(s) cruising along the shoreline. We will definately be coming back to these Gulf Shores again & most likely to Gulf Shores Surf & Raquet Club.

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Guest: Amy104 (New Market, AL)
Date of Stay: 07/12/09 Review Submitted: 07/12/09

This condo was great. It had everything we needed. Our stay was very relaxing and perfect. The bed was comfy, the kitchen was very nicely remodled prior to our stay. The view from the balcony was great. The beach access was very nice. We also loved that we didn't have to keep up with a key the whole time, since there is coded entry to the room. The pool area was beautifully landscaped with a waterfall. The lagoon is also very nice, we walked out on the pier at sunset and it was breathtaking. The owners were easy to communicate with, and returned emails promptly. We really enjoyed our stay and will be coming back soon!

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Guest: Cheryl Johnson (Paducah, KY)
Date of Stay: 06/28/09 Review Submitted: 06/28/09

The view from the balcony was GREAT!! Everything we could possibly need was in the condo. Plenty of room for the 3 of us. Would definitely return.

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Guest: Reagan Smith (Birmingham, AL)
Date of Stay: 06/10/09 Review Submitted: 06/10/09

We had a great time on our trip to the beach! The condo was very nice and clean..perfect for us! The view was great and the beach was not crowded at all for the beginning of the summer. THis was a very peaceful place to take a relaxing vacation! We will definitely be back soon!

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Guest: Gwen Abston (Gilbertown, Al.)
Date of Stay: 06/03/09 Review Submitted: 06/02/09

I really enjoyed my stay here. It could not have been better. The condo was real nice. We didn't need a thing. The pool was great with tables around in the shade. The view was great. You could fish, boat, play tennis, grill, swim in pool or right across the street was the beach. The beach was not real crowded and we enjoyed it at night. I was very pleased and plan to return.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 05/28/09 Review Submitted: 05/28/09

We really enjoyed our stay here. It was a perfect location...great access to the beach! It was just what we were looking for. Would definitely plan another vacation here!

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Guest: Roberto,Cristina & Walker Volonte
Date of Stay: 05/27/09 Review Submitted: 05/26/09

My Italian friends Roberto, Cristina and 4 yr. old Walker stayed the week of May 7-14th, 2009. They stated that the condo size was perfect for just the 2 of them and 1 small child. They also reported that the weather was perfect!!! They enjoyed themselves at the pool, the beach and just relaxing on the deck. They never used the A/C the whole time. They kept the sliding glass door open and took in the "SEA BREEZES." They also got so relaxed that they never left the condo to explore any of the area's fine restaurants. They stated that their home cooking and the great view was probably better than any restaurant in town!!! They plan on returning for another visit in Sept. I am so glad that they found the same peace and made some happy family memories there just as we've always experienced everytime we've stayed.

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Guest: Jim T1 (Iron Mountain, Michigan )
Date of Stay: 03/29/09 Review Submitted: 03/29/09

Best Deal in Gulf Shores! La Bella Vita! Oh yes. It could not be said better! This was the first time I had spent part of a winter away from the snow and cold of the North and thoroughly enjoyed my stay in Gulf Shores and my chosen lodging was the Best Deal in Gulf Shores! La Bella Vita! Here is a condo you can't complain about! Its southern facing balcony allowed me plenty of sun shine while I got tan and watched the Gulf Waters. Southern facing balconies are at a premium on the coast so get this one before it is gone! The facility, The Gulf Shores Surf and Racquet Club, is on the peninsula between the Lagoon and the Gulf so there is plenty of water on both sides. I spent a lot of time on the beach, in the gazebo across the street , and on the back side of the building in the backyard garden where the pool and hot tub are located, or on the boat docks just taking in the sights. Also the whole facility was immaculate! The grounds and public areas of the buildings are kept very clean and well maintained! If you want to keep house and do some cooking its all there including outdoor grills! If you pleasure eating out you won't be disappointed with the selection of restaurants in the area! I ate and slept well there! Please try it for yourself! Make your reservations now! But keep in mind I have already made mine so sorry if they conflict! Oh yes, did I tell you it is the Best Deal in Gulf Shores! La Bella Vita!

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