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Sea Stars Cottage

Sea Stars Cottage

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Last updated: 05/08/2013
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  • Internet:Yes
  • Pets allowed:Yes
  • Wheel chair accessible:No

Sea Stars cottage has a casual elegance that is user friendly while being plump with pillows and comforts.

Below the house is the covered parking on the road side. Pass through the gate/doors to find a small fenced in yard and patio/party area on the beach side. Aside from 2 bedrooms (1 Queen, 1 full) and a large shared bath on the main floor there is the huge open area which consists of living dining and kitchen. The kitchen offers a 6 burner restaurant style gas range and seperate side by side freezer and refrigerator as well as every cooking convenience we could think of.

Behind the kitchen is additional pantry space and the 'duet' washer & dryer. The living area faces the great Gulf of Mexico mere steps beyond the covered 10 x 30' deck. The bar contains an extra ice machine and wine refrigerator. There is a wide screen TV above the gas fireplace and cushy seating for many.

Upstairs find the very special 'honeymoon suite' Gulf side, complete with king canopied bed, private deck with seating and an attached private bath. Additionally on the 2nd floor are 2 bedrooms (1 queen, 1 twin +twin + trundle) on the north side, facing the lagoon, 2 more bathrooms and a library/twin + twin room that faces S.E.

Please check out the Sea Stars Cottage website at the link below for more pictures and a video!

Sea Stars Cottage is of an unusual design, is very comfortable, a bit whimsical and absolutely charming. Please ENJOY!


Keywords: Beach House

Property Type

  • 3 story
  • House
  • 3000 sq. ft.

Accommodation Type

      • Vacation Rental

      Meals

          • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

          Onsite Services

              • Housekeeper Optional

              Suitability

              • Pets Considered

              Bedrooms

              • 6 Bedrooms, Sleeps 13, Beds for 13
              • Bedroom 1
              • Bedroom 2
              • Bedroom 3
              • Bedroom 4
              • Bedroom 5
              • Bedroom 6
              • Details:

                King size beds (2), Queen size Beds (2), Twin or Single Beds (4) + 1 twin trundle...morecollapse

              Bathrooms

              • 4.0 Bathrooms
              • Bathroom 1
              • Bathroom 2
              • Bathroom 3
              • Bathroom 4

              Kitchen & Dining

              • Ice Maker
              • Dishwasher
              • Refrigerator
              • Stove
              • Oven
              • Microwave
              • Coffee Maker
              • Toaster
              • Cooking Utensils

              Amenities

              • Iron & Board
              • Towels Provided
              • Washing Machine
              • Clothes Dryer
              • Parking
              • Air Conditioning
              • Heating
              • Linens Provided
              • Hair Dryer
              • Parking Off Street
              • Covered Parking
              • Gas Fireplace
              • Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer

              Entertainment

              • Books
              • Video Library
              • DVD Player
              • Television
              • Satellite / Cable
              • Stereo
              • CD Player

              Communications

              • Broadband Access
              • Wireless Internet
              • Internet
              • Telephone
              • Free Long Distance

              Outdoor Features

              • Outdoor Grill
              • Balcony
              • Deck / Patio

              Theme

                  • Family

                  Location & View

                      • Beachfront

                      Activities

                      • Churches
                      • Massage Therapist
                      • Medical Services
                      • ATM/Bank
                      • Fitness Center
                      • Snorkeling/Diving
                      • Parasailing
                      • Kayaking
                      • Swimming
                      • Tennis
                      • Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
                      • Surfing
                      • Laundromat
                      • Golf
                      • Paragliding
                      • Sailing
                      • Cycling
                      • Fishing
                      • Snorkeling
                      • Sound/Bay Fishing
                      • Surf Fishing
                      • Pier Fishing
                      • Rafting
                      • Hiking
                      • Jet Skiing
                      • Wind-Surfing
                      • Deepsea Fishing
                      • Hospital
                      • Shopping
                      • Cinemas
                      • Library
                      • Marina
                      • Museums
                      • Playground
                      • Recreation Center
                      • Theme Parks
                      • Water Parks
                      • Restaurants
                      • Zoo
                      • Live Theater
                      • Groceries
                      • Health/Beauty Spa
                      • Walking
                      • Boating
                      • Scenic Drives
                      • Sight Seeing
                      • Outlet Shopping
                      • Beachcombing
                      • Bird Watching
                      • Horseshoes
                      • Miniature Golf
                      • Wildlife Viewing
                      • Shelling
                      • Antiquing
                      • Fly Fishing

                      Other Activities

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                          Reviews

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                          • No better place on the Beach!!

                            No better place on the Beach!!

                            • Guest David
                            • Date of stay 10/17/12
                            • Review Submitted 10/25/12
                            Visited the Sea Stars Cottage in October and could not have been happier. The house is terrific, the beaches were beautiful and the weather was absolutely perfect. This is a great house for a family vacation. The house was clean and well furnished. The kitchen was great with plenty of cooking utensils and cookware, well stocked dishes, cups and silverware. The house is only 40 yards from the Gulf. The cottage is located far enough away from the 'touristy' area of Gulf Shores, but close enough to get to the great restaurants and activities in just a few minutes.

                            Recommended for: Age 55+, pet owners, families with young children.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0

                          • Absolutley PERFECT!

                            Absolutley PERFECT!

                            • Guest Beth
                            • Date of stay 06/06/12
                            • Review Submitted 06/14/12
                            Sherry, Thanks again for sharing your house with us "Beth's Crew"... We could not have asked for a more charming, comfortable place to stay during our "Girl's" getaway. Everything we needed was there for our use. This will definitely be an annual trip for us. Thanks again and SEE YA NEXT YEAR!

                            Recommended for: Romantic getaway, families with teenagers, girls getaway.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1

                          • Uniquely comfortable

                            Uniquely comfortable

                            • Guest brent
                            • Date of stay 03/01/12
                            • Review Submitted 03/05/12
                            My wife and I just returned from an extended weekend at Sea Stars. Being a former "local" to this area, it's often difficult for me to find a place in Gulf Shores that has the slower pace of life that used to be the norm here. Well, we found it at Sea Stars. The home (yes, I called it a home because it feels like a home, not a rental property) has a unique feeling among beach rentals. The unique feeling that we experienced is that of comfort. I can't exactly place my finger on it. Maybe it's the super functional floor plan, the awesome kitchen, or the cool decorations? I am not exactly sure what I liked so much about Sea Stars, other than the fact that everything just worked together so well. This really is a great home...that just happens to be on the beach and is available for renting. The location on West Beach provided convenience for shopping and attractions, but was less congested than what you typically see on the eastern end of the island. This is a great place.

                            Recommended for: Romantic getaway, pet owners, families with young children, sightseeing, families with teenagers, girls getaway.

                            Owner response: Thank you so much! Thank you for the presents. Sorry about the rain, glad you had sunshine in the end! Warm Regards, Sherry

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1

                          • An Awesome Girls Retreat!

                            An Awesome Girls Retreat!

                            • Guest Ya-Ya's
                            • Date of stay 09/05/11
                            • Review Submitted 09/23/11
                            My girlfriends and I absolutely loved our stay at Sea Stars. It was perfect for our "Ya-Ya" get-away -- all the comforts of home with the beach just steps away. It was great to be able to just relax and enjoy the view (and the dolphins playing), or indulge at the local restaurants and shops. We've decided to make it an annual vacation. Thanks, Sherry, for your hospitality!

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

                            Owner response: That sounds great to me!

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/2

                          • The perfect family vacation!

                            The perfect family vacation!

                            • Guest Leslie and Troy
                            • Date of stay 07/29/11
                            • Review Submitted 08/06/11
                            We just returned from our vacation at Sea Star Cottage. We had the most wonderful time. The cottage was far more that we had imagined - beautifully decorated, warm and comfortable. We spent hours of quality time inside and out. The location is perfect- private yet close to anything you may wish. The grandchildren enjoyed the beach,deep sea fishing,parasailing and an evening at The Hangout. I just enjoyed all their smiles and laughter!! We definately plan on returning, Thank you Sherry for letting us make your home ours for a while.

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

                            Owner response: Thank you so much! You spoiled me by leaving it so nice! Sherry

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1

                          • Perfect Wedding Property

                            Perfect Wedding Property

                            • Guest Meme
                            • Date of stay 06/11/11
                            • Review Submitted 06/17/11
                            Sea Stars is such an incredibly well decorated, immaculate and comfortable house on the beach The photos do not do justice. Location was perfect for my son's wedding. Family members ranged in age from 70 yrs. to 4 yrs. Sherry was wonderful to work with and so accommodating.

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

                            Owner response: 5 brides in one month! All so beautiful!

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1

                          • Beautiful, peaceful, and well-decorated!

                            Beautiful, peaceful, and well-decorated!

                            • Guest EmilyH
                            • Date of stay 05/24/10
                            • Review Submitted 05/26/10
                            This was our first time at Gulf Shores, so we really didn't know what to expect. Sherry's house was better than we could have imagined! It is calm, quiet, and verrrry clean, located a bit off the main drag but on the Gulf, which is what I was looking for. The house is really well-appointed, with great whimsical details perfect for a beach house. The kitchen is fabulous - six burner gas stove! - with wonderful seating areas and countertops. I'm sure you could fit a huge family in this place and still feel roomy and calm! Sherry was very responsive to our inquiry and easy to work with in terms of payment and key pickup. Great all around!!! Also - dog friendly!!! I wish I could have brought my pup!!!

                            Recommended for: Romantic getaway, age 55+, pet owners, families with young children, sightseeing, adventure seekers, families with teenagers, girls getaway.

                            Owner response: And thank you for taking such good care of everything. Come back soon! Sherry

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 4/4

                          • Fantastic

                            Fantastic

                            • Guest PAA789
                            • Date of stay 10/03/08
                            • Review Submitted 05/24/10
                            I stayed at this beach house last year - it is beautiful, airy and right on the beach. The kitchen is fantastic, as are all the rooms. I would love to return to this offering.

                            Recommended for: Romantic getaway, pet owners, sightseeing, families with teenagers, girls getaway.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 3/3

                          • Incredible house!

                            Incredible house!

                            • Guest Vivvi
                            • Date of stay 03/24/10
                            • Review Submitted 05/21/10
                            I have stayed at Sea Stars Cottage three times, and wouldn't even think of staying anywhere else along the Gulf. We (girlfriends) had the time of our lives and were right at home in your magnificent home. Thank you! We'll be back.

                            Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 4/4

                           
                          Brand NEW Rates for VRBO Guests
                          11/26/2011 - 03/03/2012 $400 daily $2500 weekly $6250 monthly
                          03/03/2012 - 05/12/2012 $650 daily $4100 weekly not available by month
                          05/12/2012 - 08/04/2012 $750 daily $4900 weekly not available by month
                          08/04/2012 - 11/25/2012 $500 daily $3100 weekly $7750 monthly
                          

                          Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.


                          This owner accepts: Credit cards.
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                          Last updated: 05/08/2013
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                          Owner info

                          Year Purchased: 2005

                          About the owner: Kerry and Sherry Parks. Gulf shores, Alabama. USA.

                          Why the Owner Chose Homes, Single Family:
                          When Hurricane Ivan destroyed our previous beach house (Sunflowers) we moved this house (Sea Stars Cottage) from the lagoon shore across the street to it's current site. Originally designed for a large family, alas, even the 'baby' is about to graduate high school and has begun packing for University. It is time to downsize. This is the first season on a rental program. Beach life is unique, particularly if one is a naturalist... it is a certain paradise.

                          The Unique Benefits at this House:
                          The majestic and ever changing Gulf of Mexico serves up fresh scenery regularly, from aero-squadrons of pelicans soaring above to pods of dolphins passing daily. Fishing is excellent and we can arrange surf fishing lessons for your group. Your expert, 'Pompano Jerry' supplies everything & will even clean and prepare your fresh catch of the day for cooking. Photo ops abound! Our white 'sugar sands' beach is unusual and occasionally gets written up as one of the worlds best beaches. Sea turtles nest here, mostly Loggerheads with a rare Ridley to be precise. We monitor the nests and assist in hatchings. Our guests are welcomed to watch these incredible proceedings. The house is expansive and is uniquely furnished with our guests' comfort and pleasure in mind. To purchase any of the mermaid paintings in the library, contact Sherry. We hope you love it as much as we do!


                          Contact us

                          • Primary: (251) 978-4178 (Alabama, USA)

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                            Sea Stars Cottage

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                          6 Bedroom / 4 Bathroom
                          Sleeps 13


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