Common entrance to GS Plantation Resort and Kiva Dunes Golf Club.
Location: Other Gulf Shores Properties, Gulf Shores, Alabama, USA (Gulf Shores is 40 minute drive to Pensacola FL airport.) View Map
Accommodations: Ocean Front Condominium, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 5)
Plantation Palms is the newest condominium at Gulf Shores Plantation Resort, a 26 acre ocean-front campus of several condominium buildings and recreational facilities.
The resort is also adjacent to Kiva Dunes golf course, west of downtown Gulf Shores on an idyllic finger peninsula winding westward, ending at historic Fort Morgan on the entrance to Mobile Bay north, and the Gulf of Mexico to the south.
Next to Gulf Shores to the east is Orange Beach, a sister beach town community adjacent to the Alabama/Florida state line, 20 minutes to Pensacola and the Naval Air Base, home of the world famous Blue Angels.
I am the original owner of the condo which is my "home away from home". I love the location's peaceful ambience, quiet sunsets, beautiful white uncrowded beaches, and lovely lush landscaping throughout the grounds and pool areas ... a setting reminiscent of Thomas Hardy's novel, "Far From The Madding Crowd".
The resort has 6 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, exercise room, steam and sauna rooms, indoor and outdoor jacuzzis, 7 lighted tennis courts, and much more. In winter, the indoor pool building is my favorite place - I do some pool laps, spend time in the jacuzzi, then the sauna and steam bath! The facility also has men and women locker rooms and showers.
And even though The Plantation is away from crowds, you're not isolated! At The Plantation there is a beachside restaurant for drinks/light lunches, upscale dining at The Beach Club Restaurant - 1/8 mile east, great food at Tacky Jack's marina restuarant to the west, and lunch/dinner daily at the Kiva Dunes clubhouse, an easy walk from "the Palms". For groceries, there are several stores within a 1/2 mile.
All in all, the The Plantation Resort is an ideal venue for a spring break, summer vacation, family reunion, romantic weekend getaway, winter hideaway from the snow and ice, and even "on the beach" marriage ceremonies! And the best place to stay at The Plantation is Plantation Palms Condominiums!
My condo has ceramic tile flooring throughout except for bedroom carpeting. The balcony has tile flooring, patio table with 4 chairs, and two cushioned chaise lounges. Special features in the condo include- a custom designed kitchen with more cabinets and counter space than found in the standard 1BR unit, a full mirrored wall in the living room, and new hallway storage cabinets with bookcase shelving replace the original upper twin bunk bed.
The master bedroom has two large closets (a 5 shelf floor-to-ceiling closet and a 2 shelf double door closet); the living room has an "office" desk in one corner for reading/writing/computer use.
The condo is on the 2nd floor with great ocean views, thus providing easy access without waiting for an elevator!
And bring your laptop- free WiFi Internet connection in the condo!
My seasonal rental rate schedule below is 30% below local rental company rates and is inclusive- no additional "resort processing/administrative" fees. Also, a weekly stay receives a 1 day discount- stay 7 nights for the cost of 6 nights! And ask me about special 10% additional standby discounts!
Please call or write for any further information you may need.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer: Washer is in the condo.
- Dryer: Dryer is in the condo.
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking: Parking available adjacent to the building - see photos.
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Elevator: Two elevators in the building with luggage carts for unloading / loading. Condo is on 2nd floor.
- Beds
- Queen Bed: Queen bed in bedroom - see photos.
- Twin/Single Bed: The single full size twin bed is the lower bed from what was previously two bunk beds; the upper bunk has been converted to storage cabinets and book cases. See photos.
- Convertible Bed: Sleeper sofa is queen size - see photos.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Cable TV in living room and bedroom.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Video library is in guest registration building.
- Video Game Console
- Video Games: Video games room located in the indoor pool building
- CD Player
- Shared Hot Tub: Several indoor and outdoor hot tubs are at The Plantation
- Shared Pool
- Sauna
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: The kitchen is a custom installation which includes counterspace and upper/lower cabinets against the entire back wall greatly enlarging usable space from the standard configuration found in other 1BR units in the building.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: There are several grills and picnic tables directly in front of the building on the south side.
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Lanai
- Gazebo
- View/Location
- Oceanfront: The condo unit faces directly south with ocean views from the balcony as well as the living room and kitchen from the interior. See photos.
- Communications
- Telephone: Phones are in the living room and bedroom. The resort phone system has voice mail for each condo and the phone light flashes when a caller leaves a message.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): WiFi router is in the living room directly beneath the LR corner desk.
- Other Amenities
- Balcony has patio table with 4 matching chairs and two chaise louges with full length cushions.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed: Pets are not allowed at the resort
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations): Elevators provide access to condo and boardwalk allows access to the beach - see photos.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations): Elevators provide access to condo and boardwalk allows access to the beach - see photos.
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: The Plantation Resort requires children under 20 be accompanied by parents.
- Smoking Not Allowed: No smoking in the condo, please.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Mar 07-May 29 . $120/night- $720/week 1 night FREE - all dates
May 30-Jun 26 . $140/night- $840/week
Jun 27-Jul 31 . $160/night- $960/week
Aug 01-Sep 11 . $160/night- $960/week
Sep 12-Oct 31 . $120/night- $720/week
Nov 01-Feb 28 . $100/night- $600/week; Ask for winter monthly rates.
Booking/Security Deposit- $100 (fully refundable). Cleaning fee $75.
Pay with Check, MoneyOrder, cashiers check.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Beautiful 1BR Oceanfront Condo ..."You Know You Deserve it!"
Year Purchased: 1998
Why the Owner Chose Other Gulf Shores Properties
It is out of town away from the crowds, but next to Kiva Dunes golf course, and just minutes from Fort Morgan at the mouth of Mobile Bay. This is also where you can take the car ferry to Dauphine
Island with a bridge to the mainland and city of Mobile. Then, from Mobile, you can drive around the Bay and circle back to Gulf Shores taking the route along the eastern shore through the town of Fairhope. It is a very scenic one day excursion and a great way to explore the area.
The Unique Benefits at this Ocean Front Condominium
The Plantation resort complex has all the amenities one would want. It is quiet and secluded, and has a great beach and ocean views from the condo. The complex has about 26 acres, with plenty of space for kids to roam, far away from the highway 180 entrance.
The clubhouse restaurant is open to the public and just a few minutes walk from the condo.
Adjacent to The Plantation Resort is "The Beach Club" resort restaurant, bar and grill ... open to the public
Fort Morgan saw action in the Civil War guarding the entrance to Mobile Bay and the city of Mobile at the north end of the bay.
The ferry carries passengers and cars to Dauphine Island from which there is a bridge to the mainland and city of Mobile. From there drive around the bay returning to Gulf Shores for a great one day e
Owner's Map of Other Gulf Shores Properties
Hello ! My Name is Tom. I am 70 years old and retired from Chrysler Corporation in 2001. I am the original owner of this condo, "my home away from home," and have tried to make it as nice and comfortable for you as for myself. Please feel free to make any suggestions you feel would be beneficial for your next stay at the beach!
Property Photos
- Common entrance to GS Plantation Resort and Kiva Dunes Golf Club. - Gulf Shores Condominium with Ocean View - Pool and Hot Tub
- Entrance from highway through beautifully landscaped approach drive. - Gulf Shores Condominium with Ocean View - Pool and Hot Tub
- North face of Plantation Palms Condominium building. - Gulf Shores Condominium with Ocean View - Pool and Hot Tub
- South face of the building looking North.
- Looking North from the beach boardwalk.
- The beach looking East 1/4 mile to the "Beach Club" tower.
- Beach view looking West to beachfront homes in Kiva Dunes Community.
- Southeast view from the balcony
- Southwest view from the balcony
- Dining area looking SE to the balcony with ocean view beyond.
- Dining and living room area looking south.
- Living room looking SW with mirrowed wall & desk area in lower right.
- Fully equipped kitchen with custom "surround" cabinets & counter space.
- Hall view with HVAC & W/D closets, twin bed w/storage-book shelf above.
- Bedroom at North end of condo with Queen bed.
- Bedroom with opposite wall view.
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