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This is what you see when you arrive.

This is what you see when you arrive. The front veranda, which faces the water. How about that kitchen! Perdido Bay as seen from the side veranda. The living room. It's fun to paddle the quiet, secluded creeks. Dawn over the Bay.

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  • Minimum stay:3 nights
  • Sleeps:14
  • Bedrooms:5
  • Bathrooms:4.5
  • Property type:House
  • Internet:Yes
  • Pets considered:No
  • Wheel chair accessible:N/A

About the Property

House, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3.5 Baths , Guest House also available

This lovely waterfront Perdido Beach home is the ideal location for a family reunion, group retreat, or just plain relaxation. Five generations have enjoyed this historic home. Built in 1930 by Charles Marks of Montgomery, it has just undergone extensive restoration following damage from Hurricanes Ivan and Katrina.

Perdido Bay is in the front yard. Dolphins, herons, pelicans, and fish live in the Bay, which is beautiful in every season. Gentle breezes and the music of the waves stir around the house, making it incomparably tranquil. The water is warm and brackish, perfect for swimmers of all ages and shallow enough for young children. The neighborhood is semirural and quiet.

The house sleeps 14 guests and features a gourmet kitchen. Most furnishings are brand new, and a few antique family items maintain its rustic appeal. The house has central heat and air, as well as a gas fireplace for the winter months.

There are four bedrooms – three of which face directly onto the bay – plus a couch with a pull-out queen-sized mattress. Heron is the Master Suite, with a king-sized bed and private bath. Pelican, best suited for children or young adults, sleeps up to 6 children or 4 adults.

The bunk bed has a double bed on bottom, a twin bed on top, and a trundle bed. The day bed also has a trundle bed. Palmetto, at the end of the porch, features a queen-sized bed. There is a large double vanity bathroom shared with Pelican. Cypress is the most private bedroom, secluded at the far end of the house. This bedroom has a double bed with a private bathroom. Two more optional twin beds hang like porch swings on the front porch.

The gourmet kitchen is every cook's dream. The large granite island is perfect for serving fresh crab and fish. There are two sinks, a gas range, ultra-quiet dishwasher, microwave, oven, and lots of counter space. The kitchen, dining room, and living room flow together to make one open great room. The dining room table, dating from 1930 and original to the house, seats 14 easily.

A spacious screened porch, with hammocks, swings and rocking chairs, surrounds the Great Room and bedrooms. The back porch is the site of a ping-pong table just waiting for family tournaments or games to be enjoyed by all ages.

There is a well-stocked laundry room complete with washer/dryer, bath towels, beach towels, linens, pillows, games, toys, and floats. A canoe is available for exploring the bay and adjoining creeks and bayous.

The Gulf of Mexico, with unspoiled, dazzling white beaches, is just a short drive away. The bustle of Gulf Shores/Orange Beach is also close, but not too close, and offers shopping, restaurants and sightseeing. Pontoon and speed boats are available there for rent and boats can be chartered for deep-sea fishing excursions. The Tanger Outlet Mall is just a short 20 minute drive away in Foley for anyone looking for bargains galore.

Keywords: Beach House
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Member since: 2008

Speaks: english
Response time: Within a few hours
Response Rate: 100%
Calendar last updated: 05/24/2017

Property Type

  • House
  • 1500 sq. ft.

House Rules

  • Max. occupancy 14
  • Children Welcome:

    Plenty of room to run and play! Loved by generations of kids....moreless

  • Non Smoking Only
  • Pets Not Allowed

Accommodation Type

  • Vacation Rental

Meals

  • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

Suitability

Bedrooms: 5 Bedrooms, Sleeps 14, Beds for 13-14

  • Bedroom 1

    ...moreless

  • Bedroom 2

    ...moreless

  • Bedroom 3

    ...moreless

  • Bedroom 4

    ...moreless

  • Convertible bed(s)

    ...moreless

  • Bedroom 6: 1 queen, 1 sleep sofa /futon

    This is a separate guest cottage with bath and sitting area...moreless

  • King size beds (1), Queen size Beds (1), Double Beds (1), Twin or Single Beds (1) Two of these are on the veranda (in summer), hung from the ceiling like a porch swing. Heavenly to sleep on at night and lovely for reading and snuggling in daytime., Child Beds (1) Trundle beds, Sleep Sofa or Futons (1), Bunk Beds (1) Double sized lower bunk...moreless

Bathrooms: 4 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom

Other Amenities

  • Three unique swinging beds on the porch. See the 'Beds' section.

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD Player
  • Ping Pong Table
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Television

Theme

  • Away From It All
  • Family
  • Historic

Attractions

  • Botanical Garden
  • Cinemas
  • Festivals
  • Library
  • Live Theater
  • Marina
  • Museums
  • Restaurants
  • Ruins
  • Theme Parks
  • Water Parks
  • Zoo

Leisure Activities

  • Bird Watching
  • Boating
  • Miniature Golf
  • Outlet Shopping
  • Shelling
  • Shopping
  • Sight Seeing
  • Walking
  • Wildlife Viewing

Location Type

Sports & Adventure Activities

  • Cycling
  • Deepsea Fishing
  • Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Jet Skiing
  • Kayaking
  • Paragliding
  • Parasailing
  • Pier Fishing
  • Sailing
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Sound/Bay Fishing
  • Surf Fishing
  • Swimming
  • Water Skiing
  • Water Tubing
  • Wind-Surfing

Dining

  • Dining:

    Dining table is original to the house and seats 14. ...moreless

  • Dining Area
  • Seating for 14 people

General

  • Air Conditioning:

    Everything but the porch is air conditioned and heated....moreless

  • Broadband Access
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Gas Fireplace:

    in Great Room...moreless

  • Heating
  • Internet
  • Linens Provided
  • Parking Off Street
  • Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Wireless Internet

Kitchen

  • Coffee Maker:

    BOTH A KREUGIG AND MR COFFEE...moreless

  • Cooking Utensils:

    The kitchen is well appointed with all the cooking amenities needed. ...moreless

  • Dishes & Utensils:

    Plenty of dishes and utensils for up to 14...moreless

  • Dishwasher
  • Ice Maker
  • Kitchen:

    New, large, and beautiful....moreless

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator:

    Two full size refrigerators...moreless

  • Toaster

Outside

  • Deck / Patio
  • Kayak / Canoe:

    2 kayaks, 1 paddle board and 2 canoes...moreless

  • Outdoor Grill
 

Reviews

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Rates

Rental basis: Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
Dates Nightly Weekend Night Weekly Monthly * Event
My Standard Rate
3 night min stay
$2,400

Additional information about rental rates

Fees:

  • guest cottage $500
  • cleaning fee $300
  • Refundable Damage Deposit $500
  • tax/administrative $375

Notes:

Special long-term rental rates available January and February.

50% non-refundable deposit. Final payment due 30 days before occupancy.. Guest cottage rental required with more than 10 guests

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Location

30 Miles
Nearest Airport
Pensacola or Mobile
35 Miles
Nearest Barpub
FloraBama
40 Miles
Nearest Ferry
Ft Morgan
30 Miles
Nearest Golf
Orange Beach
5 Miles
Nearest Beach
Gulf Shores by boat

Car: Necessary

Deep Sea Fishing at the Gulf. Fresh local produce in summer.

 

Manager info

Year Purchased: 1930

About: There are several owners -- siblings and cousins. We all love our place.

Why Perdido Beach, AL, USA:
It was beautiful and peaceful here in 1930, and it still is.

The Unique Benefits at this House:
A swimmable bay and beach in the front yard. Going to the you-pick blueberry farm. The way the house invites us to relax, play and visit together. Family suppers with everyone at our dining table.

Contact us

Speaks: english
Response time: Within a few hours
Response Rate: 100%
Calendar last updated: 05/24/2017

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Photos

  • This is what you see when you arrive.

    This is what you see when you arrive.

  • How about that kitchen!

    How about that kitchen!

  • The living room.

    The living room.

  • Dawn over the Bay.

    Dawn over the Bay.

  • The front veranda, which faces the water.

    The front veranda, which faces the water.

  • Perdido Bay as seen from the side veranda.

    Perdido Bay as seen from the side veranda.

  • It's fun to paddle the quiet, secluded creeks.

    It's fun to paddle the quiet, secluded creeks.

VRBO #168787

This listing was first published here in 2008.

Date last modified - Thursday, May 25, 2017

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