Location: Other Fort Morgan Properties, Fort Morgan, Alabama, USA (From Hwy 59 in Gulf Shores, West on Hwy 180 Approx 18 Miles) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 9)
Keywords: House
Treat yourself to a relaxing getaway in this colorfully decorated beach house. 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath vacation home with panoramic views of Mobile Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Spacious floorplan with large, open dining and living room area.
Bedrooms offer comfortable bedding and deep closets. Master suite features king size bed, private bathroom and egress to large back deck, facing the Gulf. Bedroom 2 has a double bed and bunk bed (2 twins.) Bedroom 3 has a double bed and single twin bed. Well-equipped kitchen will have you blending, baking or brewing with ease.
Take a short walk (175 yards) to the white-sand private beach. Spend the day sunning, swimming and shelling without the disruption of a crowded beach. You may even catch a glimpse of a sea turtle nest hatching. Walk directly across the road to Mobile Bay to cast your net, fish or launch a small vessel or jet ski.
Dixie Daze is located 3.5 miles from historic Fort Morgan. This nestled attraction offers a public pier for fishing, crabbing or launching your boat. A scenic ferry ride to nearby Dauphin Island can provide an afternoon of marine life discovery at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab.
After sunset, entertain your nightlife desires at a local waterfront restaurant/bar, or take a 20-minute drive into the city. Jack Edwards Airport located only 20 minutes away.
Stay in touch with WiFi internet service. Two HD TVs and DVD players available for your favorite show, sporting event or movie.
Enjoy the convenience and comfort of relaxing in a destination secluded from commercial mainstream. No condos, high-rises or hotels within 3 miles.
Dixie Daze is ideal for a romantic escape, couples retreat or small-family vacation. Thank you for considering our cherished holiday home for your own getaway, and please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : Please bring your own beach towels as they are not included in linens provided.
- Washer
- Dryer
- Covered Parking : Park up to 4 Vehicles on Concrete Slab Covered Parking.
- Beds
- King Bed
- Double Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : Dish Network Satellite TV w/DVR for Living room and Master Bedroom. Two HD TVs. Netflix in Living room.
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Stove/Oven, Blender, Toaster, Electric Can Opener and Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Vast Array of Cooking Utensils, Cutlery, Serving Pieces and Cookware.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Front Covered Porch with Swing and Adirondack Chairs, Facing Mobile Bay. Downstairs Shaded Deck with Swing and Adirondack Chairs.
- Balcony : Back Open Deck with Adirondack Chairs and Chaise Lounges, Facing Gulf and Beach.
- View/Location
- Beach View
- Ocean View
- Water View : Front view of Mobile Bay.
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- 9 Ft. Ceilings, 2 Enclosed Outside Showers w/ Hot & Cold Water, Ceiling Fans in All Rooms, Downstairs Half Bath, Picnic Table, Fish/Shrimp/Crab Cleaning Sink, Shaded Downstairs Deck Seating Area, 2 Outside Swings and Outdoor Furniture, Covered Parking for 4 Vehicles
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : Bringing a pet to this property will result in eviction, loss of rent and forfeiture of your $300 deposit. No exceptions.
- Kid Friendly : Card Games, Puzzles, Books, Board Games and Sand Toys
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Minimum age for rental is 25. This is not an event property. Rentals are not available for weddings, receptions, wedding groups, graduation events, SPRING BREAKERS, reunions, youth groups, etc. Please book a venue elsewhere for this type of activity. MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY is 9 at any given time for the duration of the rental agreement.
- Smoking Not Allowed : Violation Will Result in Forfeiture of Your $300 Deposit. No exceptions.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Other Activities
- Shopping at Tanger Outlet Mall and Local Boutiques, Headlining Entertainment Acts Nearby at the Wharf Amphitheatre, Gulf Shores Zoo, Waterville USA Amusement Park, Flora-Bama and Interstate Mullet Toss, National Shrimp Festival, Song Writer's Festival, Re-Enactment of Battle of Ft. Morgan, National Wildlife Refuge, World-Class Golf at Nearby Kiva Dunes and Peninsula, Charter Deep Sea Fishing, Mardi Gras (Seasonal), Bi-Annual Migratory Bird Banding, World-Class Cuisine, Dauphin Island Sea Lab, Local Nightlife and Karaoke Bar
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Spring: Mar 01-May 25 .. $ 1165/week (monthly rates unavailable)
Summer: May 26-Aug 17 .. $1565/week (monthly rates unavailable)
Early Fall: Aug 18-Sep 07 .. $ 1165/week (monthly rates unavailable)
Fall: Sep 08-Nov 02 .. $ 1065/week .. $1515/month
Winter: Nov 03-Feb 28 .. $ 965/week .. $1315/month
Rates DO NOT include 8.5% lodging tax. $300 refundable security
deposit must be paid upon confirmed reservation. WEEKLY & MONTHLY rentals only.
Weekly rentals run from SATURDAY-SATURDAY. Credit card payments via PayPal only.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1995
Why the Owner Chose Other Fort Morgan Properties
We began coming to Fort Morgan when the girls were babies. Al's brother, Bill and his family have a house (Against The Wind) diagonally behind us and always welcomed us into their home for many family gatherings. We knew we wanted a place of our own and wanted to be close to them so we purchased the property and began work on the house in July of 1995. It was truly a labor of love, as we did much of the work ourselves. We have been ravaged by quite a few hurricanes over the years, but by the grace of God, and countless hours of labor, we are still here. Once you spend time here, you will see that it is truly unique. The area is still unspoiled, uncrowded and not congested. The views are incredible, our beach is beautiful, and we are convenient to most any activity or sport we want to do. If we want to shop, dine or visit the normal tourist attractions, it is a pleasant, short drive into Gulf Shores. If we want to sun, swim, fish, crab, read a book, take a nap, or do nothing at all, this is the place. We have the best of both worlds. Since we know all of our neighbors and property owners and everyone tends to look out for each other and their properties, there is a sense of safety and security that you won't find in many locations.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Our area is quiet and peaceful. We have a nice stretch of undeveloped beach to enjoy without stepping over other vacationers. One of the benefits we enjoy is being able to carry our unbrellas, cabanna, beach chairs,etc. down to the beach and leave them there during our entire stay. For years we have enjoyed the Migratory Bird Banding (April and October) at the Fort, activities at Fort Morgan,as well as fishing and crabbing from the large public pier. Access to the ferry, which crosses Mobile Bay to Dauphin Island, is great for a day trip to Sea Lab or very convenient for anyone wanting to cut travel time from Mobile, Mississippi, Louisiana, or Texas.
Owner's Map of Other Fort Morgan Properties
The Bennetts welcome you to Fort Morgan, one of the last, best kept secrets around. We live in Atmore, Alabama (85 miles away) which allows us to enjoy this little piece of paradise frequently as well as monitor and maintain the property. Al is employed by our local community college as the Director of Workforce Development and I am a retired special education administrator who does contract work for the Alabama State Department of Education. We have two daughters; Casey (28) and Megan (26) who have literaly "grown up" on this beach. Al enjoys deer hunting (actually he's obsessed) and I enjoy working in my yard and traveling across the state with my job. Our best times are the 2 weeks during the Summer when we can "un-lax" with our family and friends here at Dixie Daze.
Property Photos
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- Front View, facing Mobile Bay - Fort Morgan Vacation Home with Bay Views
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- Back view of house, facing Gulf of Mexico and sugar white sands - Fort Morgan Vacation Home with Bay Views
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- - Fort Morgan Vacation Home with Bay Views
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- Master Suite w/king bed, private bath, TV/DVD, balcony access and Gulf view
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- View of Mobile Bay from front porch. Access to fishing and small vessel launch
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- View from back deck. Panoramic view of beach and Gulf. Perfect for sunning!
Traveler Reviews (1)
The perfect family retreat in the Gulf Shores
Guest: bristol
(Minneapolis, MN)
Date of Stay: 07/09/11
Review Submitted: 08/03/11
Our family stayed at Dixie Daze for one week in mid-July 2011. Our group consisted of myself, my husband and our two children, ages 6 and 2. I had concerns about a beach trip with our youngest and the accomodations meeting our needs and expectations. Once we arrived, all my worries were washed away! The owners, Sandy and Al, take great pride in their property and it is so tastefully updated and decorated. The photos on VRBO do not do the home justice. The owners went out of their way to make our stay extra comfortable and special. All the amenities you could ever want are included. The endless beach toys for the kids were great, not to mention the beach cooler, chairs, umbrellas and every other beach item you need. The home is very spacious and well equipped. The free Netflix movies and WiFi were a plus. We regularly used the two outdoor, private showers to rinse off all the sand and salt water and also found the washer/dryer to be very handy. Each room is thougtfully decorated, fresh and clean and very relaxing. The home is in a great location in Fort Morgan -- far enough from the tourist area, but just close enough to get to the shops and great restaurants. I was worried we'd feel too far from Gulf Shores and the stores, but that was not at all the case. The owners recommended some great restaurants right in Fort Morgan and we never felt too isolated or far away from anything. I would recommend this home to renters of all ages. Just a short walk and you are on the most beautiful beach. Traveling by the condos in Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, we were so thankful we rented a private home outside of the hustle and bustle. No traffic or crowds to fight and the kids loved the home and beach. Our stay was restful and memorable. We hope to return someday!
Owner response:Thank you for your kind comments. We are so happy that you had a positive experience. Please come back again!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.
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