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DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH! Ocean Reef 903 Gulf Coast Family Friendly 3br Townhome

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903 is DIRECTLY on the beach
Back deck leads directly on to the white sand beach
Perfect area for kids to play in sand
Perfect area for kids to play in sand
Amazing sunsets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 81600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪16 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH! Ocean Reef 903 Gulf Coast Family Friendly 3br Townhome

Come enjoy our beautiful large three story town-home (not a high rise!) on 200' of private white sand beach in a family friendly complex! Direct ocean front condo with views from living area and 2 of the 3 bedrooms. Large balconies off living area (10 x 18) and master bedroom (4 x 10) overlook the Gulf of Mexico water. Private covered parking under condo, one flight up to front door. NO ELEVATORS. A large pool with BBQ grills is located in a park like setting in the center of the complex.

Winter rates available.

Check out our sister unit directly next door, Ocean Reef 902!

Updated Ocean Reef complex, new siding, trim and roof. New "beachy" exterior paint scheme. New mattresses and mattress pads. Private cleaner that spends extra time sanitizing between guests. Complex has updated High Speed Internet, Cable TV and Phone. Updated pool and pool furniture.

*WE PROVIDE 2 FREE PARKING PASSES!*

There are 2 king beds, one in each 2nd floor bedroom and 2 queen beds in the 3rd floor bedroom. New side sleeper pillows in all bedrooms. Babygates and pack and play are provided for guests with smaller children.

Located 4 blocks west of US 59 and West Beach Blvd (HWY 182). We are within walking distance of The Hangout, Bahama Bob's, and many other restaurants, Pier 33, shopping and the public beach. 20 minutes from the new Tropical Falls Indoor Water Park/Amusement Park in Foley! This three-story condo contains 1600 SF of living space, no one above or below you! Walk out your door immediately to your deck, down the stairs and right onto the sugar white sand beach!

The first floor has a full kitchen, dining and living areas, and a half bath. The second floor includes a master bedroom (King bed) with a private bath, a second bedroom (King bed), a full bath, and a full-size washer/dryer. The third floor has 2 Queen beds. There is also a queen pull out couch in the living room. Flat screen TV's in all bedrooms, with a 50" flat screen smart TV in the living room. The condo is set up to accommodate 8. This unit is family operated.

NEED BABY EQUIPMENT? RENT HERE: https://www.babyquip.com?a=0500ce8

BY LAW MINIMUM AGE TO RENT IS 25!
ABSOLUTELY NO ANIMALS DUE TO SEVERE OWNER ALLERGIES!
NO SMOKING!
NO ELEVATORS! There is one flight of stairs to get up to the unit, and 2 additional flights of stairs inside the unit. There is also a flight of stairs on the back deck leading to the white sand beach.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
There are 2 flights of stairs
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Absolutely no pets! Eviction/loss of deposit
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely NO smoking! Loss of deposit

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this vacation home is near a water park and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out The Wharf. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Orange Beach Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wade Ward Nature Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gulf State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Waterville USA - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Happy Pappy Coffee House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH! Ocean Reef 903 Gulf Coast Family Friendly 3br Townhome have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH! Ocean Reef 903 Gulf Coast Family Friendly 3br Townhome?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH! Ocean Reef 903 Gulf Coast Family Friendly 3br Townhome on Apr 26, 2026 start from $489, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH! Ocean Reef 903 Gulf Coast Family Friendly 3br Townhome pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH! Ocean Reef 903 Gulf Coast Family Friendly 3br Townhome?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH! Ocean Reef 903 Gulf Coast Family Friendly 3br Townhome?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH! Ocean Reef 903 Gulf Coast Family Friendly 3br Townhome located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach, and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing vacation

The property was in the best location and we enjoyed it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Spenser G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family beach get away

We were able to be right on the beach with kids is always easy and this townhouse was perfect and still Able to walk to multiple areas!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodee T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

You cannot beat the location. Very clean and just as pictured.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is as listed. Check in and out was a breeze. What it lacks in decor it makes up for in its location and the view! We loved how well stocked the kitchen was. Overall a fantastic stay at a wonderfully located place on the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sloan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay overall! Location of house and convenience to everything was so great. Inside could use some updates but again, with the convenient location it makes up for that. The blue chairs on the deck were a huge hit with my whole family. Can’t wait to rebook this beach house!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edric C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

The house is just steps from the beautiful beach and has most of the amenities you need. It's also conveniently close to a variety of restaurants and fun activities. I will definitely stay here again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break 2025

Wonderful property and great owner!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip

Absolutely perfect! Right on the beach! We had everything we needed and perfect location! We came for Sand in my Boots festival. It was just a short walk there!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location and even better views! It was the perfect size for a family of 7 and being able to walk out the back porch to the beach was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachfront escape

Perfect location for a beachfront escape
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, Location, Location

I can’t imagine having a better location to stay for a beach vacation. The housing was as described and communication with host was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic family spot

The complex and location was perfect for our family vacation. The complex pool was great for the kiddos for evening swimming. The condo gave us enough space to spread out. We hope to return next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for our family! 4 kids ages 3-11 and they were never bored! There was SO many sand toys, beach chairs, boogy boards and pool floats that we wouldn’t have had to pack any ourselves. Kitchen was pretty well stocked however the pans are not the greatest..cooking breakfast was rough and we ended up going to buy a new pain so our food wouldn’t stick even with spray. We would definitely stay at this home again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachy 25

Fabulous week with mutiple condos of extended family. Our condo was great. Loved the 2 railing high deck chairs. Could use a little more cabinet space for groceries but all worked out fine. Condo is very well maintained and bath towls were wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Times

We had a great time! Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

betty t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

short vacation before the Kane Brown concert at The Wharf

Location was great, directly on the sand. The pool was never crowded. Great view!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

The home was perfect! The views, location, comfort, stocked kitchen , coffee pot & cleanliness all get 5 stars! The beds were super comfortable! Extra pillows & blankets! The balconies were fantastic! We had dinner outside and listened to the ocean. SOUL soothing!We LOVED our next door neighbors too. We hunted crabs at night and enjoyed every moment during the day. Absolutely zero complaints! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time

Property clean with everything you need for your stay. Became our home for a few days. Great access to beach and also restaurant. Def be back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Home for Girls’ Trip

Our group of 8 women came here for our annual Girls’ trip. We had a wonderful time and the location was great! We loved being right on the beach and loved that home was large enough for all of us to sleep comfortably. We had an amazing time!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay.

Great property. No issues. On the beach and close to everything. We loved it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property!

This is a great vacation property! The location can't be beat. You literally walk down the stairs from the deck and you are on the sand. We absolutely loved the master bedroom with the balcony overlooking the water. My only complaint is that there are no hooks in the master bath to hang a bathrobe! It appears that there were hooks on the back of the door at one time but they are broken.Overall we loved our stay and will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Place was perfect for two families! Could not have asked for a better location.

Unit was just as described. The location was fantastic! The owner was super helpful with questions. The amount of room we had for 8 people was a plus! Would definitely return again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip

Great location, plenty of room and beautiful ocean view! We couldn’t get the “kuerig” to work but everything else was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach Destination

Townhouse was tidy, clean, easily accessible, and super easy self check-in process. The host was very accommodating and the rental unit was exactly as described in the listing. Our family had an awesome time and created some unforgettable memories. I can see why the owner is a premier host! I will definitely keep this one on the list for future vacations.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Low key beach vacation

My husband and our friend stayed for a week, loved the setup and location of this unit! Reservation and check in process was seamless. We loved the beachfront porch, was also really nice to have parking right underneath. One thing I do want to note, not sure if you are aware, we did discover that there are bugs in the kitchen area, some sort of beetle or roach I think.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kathy Bartshe

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We have been visiting the Gulf Coast since 1985 and purchased a condo at Ocean Reef in 1998. We continue to vacation here. We love the small scale of Ocean Reef (45) units and the 200 foot white sand beach, the views and the weather.

Why they chose this property

We don't like high rises, elevators and not being right at the beach at the bottom of our steps!

What makes this property unique

We can walk to restaurants, festivals, Hang Out, Public Beach, stores, etc. This property is a 3 story townhouse, no one is above or below you!

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