Vacation Rentals by Owner

Just got back from Gulf Shores!

Guest: Meg (Cincinnati,OH)
Date of Stay: 05/06/12 Review Submitted: 05/20/12

We just got back from Gulf Shores, The condo was beautiful and right on the beach, it is within walking distance of resturants, it was clean and the kitchen was fully equipped. This was my husband's and my first time at Gulf Shores and would definetly go back sooner than later!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car.

Family Spring Break

Guest: Jennifer (Ohio)
Date of Stay: 04/07/12 Review Submitted: 04/25/12

Our family loved your condo. This was our first to Gulf Shores and we can't wait to come back. The location was perfect. We loved the view from the balcony. Our children loved the beach and pool. Your condo had everything we needed and more. Thanks for sharing your home with us!

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

great vacation

Guest: Lon (Tomah, Wi.)
Date of Stay: 03/24/12 Review Submitted: 04/15/12

What a wonderful week. Tara, thank you very much for allowing us to rent the Condo. The Condo was just as shown and described (perfect). The keyless entry is a plus. The location is awesome. The view from the balcony was beautiful. Our morning started with a great view of the sunrise over the fishing pier followed by seeing dolphins. The golf courses were in great shape and fun to play. Thanks for everything. Lon & Sue

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

Bart

Guest: cus (IL)
Date of Stay: 03/12/12 Review Submitted: 03/18/12

Owner thought of every little amenity and was easily accessible by phone when I had questions. Great direct gulf front view with swing and chairs on balcony. Just down the road from the "Hangout"a popular restaurant and bar and across the street from a beach shop. Would highly recommend this condo and will definitley be back.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

PRE Spring break vacation

Guest: gordonthezeker (muskegon,mi )
Date of Stay: 02/26/12 Review Submitted: 03/15/12

Spent a week (Sun-Sun) at the condo at the end of Feb 2012. It was everything and anything you could have asked for. Beautiful view of the Gulf (yes, finally saw dolphins), close to several bars and resteraunts (nice walk on the beach), friendly people, and great location for exploring the area. We came down from Michigan (Muskegon), and it was great to relax in the warmth. Tarah went out of her way to send us info, and make personal recommendations for wining and dining (which we took advantage of). Relatively small complex, so not a lot of traffic or congestion. Plenty of space on beach. Nice pool (too chilly while we were there), and patio area. No problem parking. If in Gulf Shores area again, I would most certainly like to stay here again. ENJOY!

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

Week in sept

Guest: Week in sept (Tennessee)
Date of Stay: 09/16/11 Review Submitted: 09/23/11

Absolutely loved our week in your property! Everything was exactly as published and the location is perfect. Watched dolphins play from the balcony and watched the sunrise from the swing several mornings. Especially appreciated the fully stocked kitchen and the extra amenities of the beach chairs and toiletries. Tarah was exceptionally nice to work with and everything was professionally handled at the time of this writing. If in this area again, I will definitely try to rent this location again.

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

Family of four from NE Alabama

Guest: The Dad (NE Alabama)
Date of Stay: 06/04/11 Review Submitted: 06/13/11

We had a great experience at Tropical Isles! Everything was accurate and communication with Tarah was smooth. A very nice place in a good location and it was an excellent value. Our deposit refund was mailed the day after we left as well. I would strongly consider staying in this condo again! Thanks Crabtrees!

Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway.

Everything we wanted

Guest: Doug (Indiana)
Date of Stay: 05/14/11 Review Submitted: 05/27/11

We had a great stay. The condo exceeded our expectations in pretty much every aspect. Everything was clean and appliances seemed brand new. We especially liked the large balcony where we watched dolphins and schools of fish wandering down the shore. The keyless entry is a major advantage too - don't worry about keeping track of a key. It was our first time using VRBO and first time at Gulf Shores, but everything went perfectly. We will definitely check here first when we come back to Gulf Shores.

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

Wisconsin Family

Guest: Waukesha Family (Waukesha, Wisconsin)
Date of Stay: 04/23/11 Review Submitted: 05/02/11

Our family had the best time we have ever had in visiting the Gulf area. We have stayed in condos in Destin, FL, Biloxi, MS, and Gulf Shores, AL. This condo was by far the best we have ever stayed in. The condo was exceptionally clean, had every thing you would want, and was right on the beach. The only complaint I had was that our vacation was not longer. We will definitely be back!!!

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

Tennessee Trotters

Guest: Tennessee Trotters (Memphis)
Date of Stay: 04/11/11 Review Submitted: 04/18/11

Once again we had a wonderful time at what we think of as our second home. This time we discovered that West Beach Grill is close and has good food, and that Shipp's Harbor House has excellent crab cakes.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, tourists without a car.

Just what the doctor ordered.

Guest: Kim, Russ & Kristin (Kalamazoo, Michigan)
Date of Stay: 04/03/11 Review Submitted: 04/25/11

We stayed for a week in early April. The view is amazing and the owner has made sure the codo has everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. This was the most relaxing vacation I have had in a long time. The beach is clean and uncrowded. My daughter and I enjoyed our long daily walks on the beach. Thank you to Tarah and her family for sharing their wonderful vacation home with us.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

What a wonderful condo with a perfect view !!

Guest: Retired Beach Lover (Mason, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 10/31/10 Review Submitted: 11/18/10

Thanks Tarah, for making our stay happen at the last minute with no glitches whatsoever. The location of the condo is just perfect for a Gulf Shores beach vacation. Everything needed for a comfortable and convenient stay is provided. The decoration is very bright, fun, and positive. Thanks for all the recommendations regarding entertainment and restaurants. We tried several and were not disappointed, including a couple of very nice restaurants within walking distance on the beach. A very easy drive to surrounding communities such as Pensacola, FL, or Mobile, AL. A must see are the Blue Angels and the USS Alabama/USS Drum.

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

Gulf Shores Condo Vacation

Guest: Ron (Mount Pleasant Texas)
Date of Stay: 10/24/10 Review Submitted: 11/07/10

Tarah, I just wanted to thank you for allowing us the privelage of staying in your condo on Gulf Shores. The condo was great, everything was clean and ready to go and the stay was very relaxing and enjoyable. I guess the thing my wife and I enjoyed most was waking up to the view of the ocean off the balcony and enjoying each others company listening to the waves and just relaxing. We enjoyed the beach and picking up shells and the overall stay was just wonderfu! The most memorable day was our last day (we stayed 5 nights), when we walked to the beach before leaving. The water was very calm and clear and just amazing - it made me truly appreciate Gods creation. The waves were like liquid glass - we could see through them as they rolled onto the beach. The sea life was visible and unlike anything I have ever had the privelage of seeing. We will come back again and we are already talking about our next visit. Thanks so much for your hospitality, professionalism and courtesy with the entire process. I would recommend this location for anyone with appreciation for Gods glory and beauty in nature. P.S. - For you fisherman - I love to fish and enjoyed the State Park Fishing Pier in Gulf Shores. Plenty of varieties of fish, very clean, easy to get to with restrooms, benches, fresh water and fish cleaning stations!

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

A Favorite Place!

Guest: Tennessee Trotters (Memphis)
Date of Stay: 09/20/10 Review Submitted: 09/29/10

We have stayed at Tropic Isles many times, but this was the first time to deal directly with the owner. We were very pleased with ease of reservation. We liked the queen bed since it gave more space to move in the bedroom. And the swing was super! Most of our time was spent deciding where to eat. Favorites include Bahama Bob's (walk to it), Wolf Bay Lodge, King Neptune's, Lulu's Grill, Cafe Villagrio (wharf), and Sea N Suds.

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

Wonderful!

Guest: beverly (Birmingham, Al)
Date of Stay: 09/15/10 Review Submitted: 09/25/10

We had a great time at your condo, very comfortable and clean. I love the bright color. We loved the swing. The view was beautiful. Thank you for the extras, beach toys, kite and beach chairs. Tarah, you were so helpful. We will be back next year!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Condo!

Guest: beverly (Birmingham, Al)
Date of Stay: 09/15/10 Review Submitted: 09/25/10

The condo was perfect, very clean and comfortable. Wonderful view. Tarah you were so helpful. We will be back next year!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A Great Condo & A Wonderful Time!

Guest: Kristin (Georgia)
Date of Stay: 07/09/10 Review Submitted: 07/13/10

We had a wonderful time at your condo! I can't say enough about how perfect it was....so cute and clean and the location can't be beat; so much is within walking distance! The views from the balcony are amazing.....I loved the swing.....it was so relaxing! The beach was beautiful! Tarah is so friendly and helpful, she always answered my emails right away...thank you for that! Jimmy Buffett is what brought us to Gulf Shores, and we will definitely be back. Thanks for an amazing time!!

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.

What an awesome vacation!

Guest: Angela (Rockport, Indiana)
Date of Stay: 06/26/10 Review Submitted: 06/15/11

Thanks Tarah for making this vacation so stress free! This was our first - and not last- trip to Gulf Shores! Everything was wonderful! The beach toys in the closet was the best! Before we could make it to the store - we had everything we needed to go to the beach! Tropic Isles was wonderful too! We got to meet a lot of families - everyone was so nice! It really is a family place! My son always had someone to play with!

Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Absolutely Perfect!!!

Guest: Joe and Elizabeth (Millington, TN USA)
Date of Stay: 05/21/10 Review Submitted: 06/15/10

The perfect place for a couple or couple with children to visit. The condo is furnished with everything you need. Wouldn't add or change a thing. The view and comfort of the swing and furnishings of the balcony made for some very relaxing evenings. The dolphin show (must have been over fifty of them feeding right off the beach one evening) was an unexpected attraction. we will never forget. We have recommended this condo to others and will definately return.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Awesome Owners and Great Location

Guest: Jason and Holly (Atlanta, GA)
Date of Stay: 05/13/10 Review Submitted: 05/25/10

We recently spent 8 nights at this perfectly located condo in Gulf Shores. Leading up to our vacation, I exchanged several emails with Tarah to work out the details of our stay. She was prompt in all of her replies and made the whole renting experience quite easy. The condo is located about a 10 minute walk from the "T" intersection in Gulf Shores. Tropical Isles is an 8 story building with only 40 units, so you're not in a massive high-rise complex with 100's of units. It sits between two smaller buildings as well, so the beach wasn't overcrowded. There were no surprises, as the Crabtree's condo is exactly as pictured and described. The highlights for us were simple: keyless entry into the condo, beach chairs to borrow, a well equipped kitchen, an awesome balcony overlooking the ocean, and LOCATION! Unless we left to play golf, our car literally stayed put. We walked to Bahama Bob's for lunch/dinner (highly recommended), walked barefoot back and forth to the beach, and walked to The Hangout and other places at night. It was perfect! Once again, thank you Tarah for everything. We really enjoyed your condo and look forward to returning soon!

Owner response:Thank you Jason! We're so glad you and Holly enjoyed your stay. Thank you for taking such good care of our place! We look forward to renting to you again.

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

Gulf Shores Condo

Guest: rlkmh (Alabama)
Date of Stay: 03/13/10 Review Submitted: 03/24/10

A very relaxing Spring Break week. Enjoyed all the extra touches especially the balcony furniture.

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Great Holiday and R&R

Guest: Rose & Will (Port Hope Ont. Can.)
Date of Stay: 02/26/10 Review Submitted: 04/06/10

Location,Location,Location The condo has all the I wants. The owners are exceptional to deal with. The condo is accurately described,you can rent with confidence.

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

Great Holiday and R&R

Guest: Rose & Will (Port Hope Ont. Can.)
Date of Stay: 02/26/10 Review Submitted: 04/06/10

Location,Location,Location The condo has all the I wants. The owners are exceptional to deal with. The condo is accurately described,you can rent with confidence.

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

Guest: L Hansen (Omaha, NE)
Date of Stay: 02/25/10 Review Submitted: 02/25/10

Greatly enjoyed our stay on your condo. Wonderful views of the ocean and beach. Very convenient to all activities in the Gulf Shores area. Wonderful, homey environment in the condo, would stay again.

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Guest: Robert69 (Oklahoma City, OK)
Date of Stay: 02/11/10 Review Submitted: 02/11/10

This was a wonderful vacation for my family; I especially enjoyed not having to get in my car from the time I checked in until I checked out a week later. The convenience can not be overstated. Will recommend to my friends and will be back next year.

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Guest: Tiffany23 (Washington, DC)
Date of Stay: 12/28/09 Review Submitted: 12/28/09

This condo was fantastic! We couldn't have asked for more; wonderful beach view and access, open floor plan, and close to shops and activities. We would definitely stay here again and again.

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Guest: Garvey (Birmingham, AL)
Date of Stay: 07/08/09 Review Submitted: 07/08/09

This condo was fantastic! Plenty of room and clean, with everything we needed. Great location just steps from the beach! The owners were very prompt, pleasant and helpful. Would definitely rent again.

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Guest: MANDY BOYD (VICKSBURG, MS)
Date of Stay: 07/06/09 Review Submitted: 07/06/09

THIS CONDO IS PERFECT IN SO MANY WAYS..GREAT LOCATION, RIGHT ON THE BEACH, VERY FRIENDLY PEOPLE AROUND YOU ( WE WERE ON FIRST NAME BASIS WITH THE CHAIR RENTAL GUY) THE WATER WAS EMERAL GREEN, SO CLEAR YOU COULD SEE THE BOTTOM OF THE OCEAN. THE CONDO WAS VERY CLEAN AND SLEPT 4 ADULTS AND A TEENAGER VERY COMFORTABLE. IT HAS ALL THE THINGS THAT YOU NEED...IN CASE YOU FORGET SOMETHING :) I WILL STAY HERE AGAIN THAT'S FOR SURE AND WILL RECOMMEND THIS CONDO TO ANYONE READING THIS COMMENT. THE CRABTREE'S HAVE BEEN GREAT TO US !!! THANKS AGAIN FOR A GREAT STAY !!!

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Guest: Jordan4 (Pascagoula, MS)
Date of Stay: 06/23/09 Review Submitted: 06/23/09

This condo was wonderful! It comfortably sleeps 6. Anything we needed was there in the condo. Having a dryer in the condo was very nice, especially when we needed to dry towels for the beach! It is a great location and easy to walk places. The swing was so nice to sit on and listen to the waves late at night and enjoyable to sit on and watch the sun rise! This condo was one of the nicest I've ever been to (and I've stayed in many!).

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Guest: ARowell (Pascagoula, MS)
Date of Stay: 06/22/09 Review Submitted: 06/22/09

We just LOVED your condo. It had plenty of room and felt like our own home away from home. The pools were great and the beach was right there. We have stayed at many rentals in the Gulf Shores/Orange Beach area and this one is now at the top of our list!!!

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Guest: AOlsen (Biloxi, MS)
Date of Stay: 06/19/09 Review Submitted: 06/19/09

We absolutely loved this condo. It could easily sleep 6. The living area and kitchen were large compared to other condos we have stayed in. And the swing on the balcony was a brilliant idea. There was nothing more relaxing than swinging and watching the waves while sipping a glass of wine/beer. It is perfect for kids too! The pool and kiddie pool were great too cool off. The beach is just right there and the beach chair/umbrella rental staff were very polite. I highly recommend this condo as a great experience and a great value.

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Guest: Dottie Rager (Nashville, TN)
Date of Stay: 06/16/09 Review Submitted: 06/16/09

Great location and beautiful view. We had a wonderful stay.

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