Banana Bay Bungalow 1BR/1BA Romantic and Affordable Now with Wi-Fi

• I think my expectations were a little too high.

  I think my expectations were a little too high.

  • Guest Michelle B.
  • Date of stay 04/20/13
  • Review Submitted 04/27/13
  I think having high expectations from all the other reviews being excellent set me up to be a little disappointed. My husband and I were excited to stay at a "romantic and affordable" bungalow for our 8th wedding anniversary, but I wouldn't describe the place as feeling very romantic. It also felt much smaller than it appeared in the photos, but that can be common. There were a few quirks that also seemed to put a little kink in things. First impression when we arrived wasn't the best with the key not being in the lock box and a neighbor having to let us in with a master key, which made me feel a little uncomfortable to know that a non-professional stranger to us had a key to the place. The owner was out of town and very apologetic that the cleaning person failed to make sure the key was in the lock box before leaving. My husband didn't notice it, but the place did not smell very fresh to me, but upon entering and also from time to time, I noticed a faint cigarette smoke smell in there. I don't know if the previous vacationers did not follow the no smoking rule or if it was possibly coming through the vent system from one of the neighbors. This is not a huge deal either, but there was only a half used roll of TP in the bathroom with no more in stock anywhere. It was comparably affordable, but still on the high side for us, which made these little quirks more disappointing to me. We still had a wonderful vacation though.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, tourists without a car, age 55+.

  Owner response: Michelle, I'm so sorry that we did not live up to your expectations however I would like to respond to your comments. First as far as the key not being in the lock box, the man who let you in not only is a resident there but also works for us as well which is why he let you in. I am sorry that it was not put back as it should be and if there was a smoke smell in the unit I was unaware of that and so I can only assume that the people before you did not follow the non smoking. I asked you when I called back if the unit was clean and you said yes! I wish you had called me back and I would have had the cleaning people come back and fix the problem. We really try to respond as quickly as possible to any problems and to please our guest . I hope that this satisfies your concerns and thank you for choosing us.

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• Great stay

  Great stay

  • Guest Tab
  • Date of stay 03/30/13
  • Review Submitted 04/07/13
  My friend and I stayed at the Banana Bay Bungalow. It was smaller than we thought but it was perfect for two people. I would stay there again. The owners were great. It had everything we needed.

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway.

  Owner response: Tabitha, Thanks so much for the sweet review you gave us. We look forward to you returning and enjoying our little part of Paradise!! Cathy

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• We loved the Banana Bay Bungalo

  We loved the Banana Bay Bungalo

  • Guest Katie
  • Date of stay 09/13/12
  • Review Submitted 04/05/13
  We loved the Banana Bay Bungalow so much! There is no doubt about it, whenever we will be vacationing in Gulf Shores; this will be the place we will choose to stay Everytime. Great atmosphere, friendly neighbors, very close to the beach, within walking distance to a lot of different attractions. The Bungalow is also fully stocked. Everything you could ask for in a get-a-way!!!

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

  Owner response: Katie, Thank you for your wonderful review and for booking with us again this Sept. We are looking forward to you coming back. Cathy

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• Wonderful vacation!

  Wonderful vacation!

  • Guest Mary
  • Date of stay 11/24/12
  • Review Submitted 11/30/12
  We had a wonderful experience at the Bungalow in Gulf Shores! The location is great, the Bungalow is clean and has everything needed. The only thing I had trouble with is we didn't have a place to store our none refrigerated food that we brought. But, we worked that out. It is a cozy spot for a couple for a romantic vacation which is what we were there for. Loved the beach even in the cold weather:) I would recommend Surf and Suds across the street for meals. Was not impressed with the Oyster Shack - overpriced for the meal we recieved I thought. Island Pancakes in the Best Western has an awesome breakfast with tables overlooking the ocean. That was nice. Walmart has a full wine selection and the prices were exceptional! Overall it was a great getaway for us. We truely enjoyed our time in the Bungalow and on the beach. Thanks so much to the owners for sharing your "Paradise" with us!!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: Mary, We thank you for choosing us and for the nice review. We hope that you will return soon. Thanks, Terry and Cathy

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• Charming home away from home

  Charming home away from home

  • Guest kim
  • Date of stay 11/02/12
  • Review Submitted 11/28/12
  My husband and I celebrated his 50th birthday at the Banana Bay Bungalow. It was perfect. Everything we needed was within walkin distance & the weather was great. Very clean and just as pictured. Cathy was great to work with. We hope to be back very soon!

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

  Owner response: Kim, Thanks for choosing us for the birthday celebration! I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay and took the time out of your busy day to give us a review. We hope you return again. Thanks, Cathy

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• Breathe of New Life

  Breathe of New Life

  • Guest Jack
  • Date of stay 09/01/12
  • Review Submitted 11/21/12
  The owners were superb and very accomodating. It was a beautiful cottage and put in mind the old sea homes and the new seaside condos. The place and experience was exceptional...we found pleasure in every aspect of our trip and never wanted for anything. I simply cannot wait until I am able to return to what I now consider my beach home. I am most grateful to the owners for the fun and the beautiful experience. This cottage is the young and the young at heart to build memories and adventures also with a true sense of peace.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: We really appreciate you wonderful remarks about Banana Bay Bungalow. We are so glad you consider it your beach home. We welcome your return and again Thank You! Blessing, Terry and Cathy

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• Great place to stay

  Great place to stay

  • Guest Tommy
  • Date of stay 10/25/12
  • Review Submitted 10/31/12
  I would recommend this bungalow to anyone wanting a quiet and peaceful getaway. It is close to everything and walking distance to good places to eat and shop. Only a couple minutes across the street to the beach. You can enjoy the balcony with a view of the gulf and enjoy your coffee each morning. I would go again and enjoy this nice bungalow and feel right at home. Everything was just as stated in the photos. Thank you Cathy for let us share your bungalow and will return again. Sandy in Tennessee

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway, girls getaway.

  Owner response: SANDY, THANK YOU FOR TAKING TIME OUT TO WRITE US A REVIEW. I KNOW THAT IT WILL BE HELPFUL FOR MANY OTHERS. WE HOPE YOU WILL RETURN. CATHY

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• great place!

  great place!

  • Guest sam
  • Date of stay 10/11/12
  • Review Submitted 10/18/12
  close to everything in Gulf Shores, clean, comfortable and reasonably priced. had everything you would need for a great stay. nice little balcony to sit and watch things and friendly neighbors.

  Recommended for: Tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: Sue, Thank you ever so much for taking time to review the Bungalow. Your comments will I'm sure be of help to others seeking a little getaway. We hope you return next year for the Shrimp Fest which I thought was wonderful. Thanks, Cathy

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• 25yr Anniversary Trip!

  25yr Anniversary Trip!

  • Guest Roger and Laura
  • Date of stay 07/29/12
  • Review Submitted 08/05/12
  Had an absolutely wonderful time! The bungalow was ideal! Accommodations were cozy, clean and comfortable! Location ideal! Walking distance to everything: beach, restaurants, shopping! Cathy was great to communicate with in making our reservation! Reasonably priced! Hope to return in the future! Thanks again!

  Recommended for: Sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: Roger, First of all Happy Anniversary! We really appreciate your taking your valuable time to give us such a wonderful review. We too hope you will return again very soon. Thanks, Cathy

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• Great vacation!

  Great vacation!

  • Guest Malissa
  • Date of stay 07/26/12
  • Review Submitted 08/04/12
  We stayed three nights at the bungalow. We really enjoyed our stay! It was very cute and had a beachy feel. We really enjoyed that it was walking distance from many places and that it has beach access. We hope to come back soon and stay. We have also been telling friends about the place and how nice it was. It also had a great view!

  Recommended for: Romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.

  Owner response: Mailssa, Thank you for the very nice review you have given us. You touched on everything that we think makes our Bungalow special and that is how close it is to everything within walking distance such as restaurants. Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to think of writing this. Thanks, Cathy

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Summer ................... $100/night .. $625/week (7 nights)
Fall ..................... $ 75/night .. $450/week
Winter ................... $ 50/night .. $300/week
Spring ................... $ 75/night .. $450/week
Shrimp Festival Weekend,.. $100/night Other festivals weekend rates apply
Snow Bird Rate ............$900.00 monthly plus tax and one time cleaning fee
Deposit = $150  Lodging Tax = 11%  Cleaning fee = $75
Monthly rates available, please call 3 night min. summer 2 nights min. all others

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