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Sea Urchins, Unit 1 5 BR. Beachview. The Beach, so close, for less! Pool.
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5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 213500 sq ft
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Gulf Shores, AL
- Place, Gulf Shores Beach11 min walk
- Place, Lagoon Pass Park19 min walk
- Place, Hangout Music Fest4 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 21)
Common Space
1 Double Sofa Bed
Main Floor Bedroom
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
North Bedroom, 2nd Level
1 King Bed
Northeast Bedroom, 2nd Level
1 Twin Bunk Bed
South Bedroom, 2nd Floor
1 King Bed
Southeast Bedroom, 2nd Floor
1 Queen Bed
5 bathrooms
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 4
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Main Floor Full Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
North Bedroom Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
South bedroom bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Sea Urchins, Unit 1 5 BR. Beachview. The Beach, so close, for less! Pool.
Sea Urchins, South Unit
1300 West Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Everyone loves the new Sea Urchins! :-)
Snowbird/long term rental pricing available.
5BR 5BA. Gulf view. Private pool (per side). Across W Beach from the beach. Nice place...for less! Accommodates 21, or 42 with both sides!
This listing is for ONE side of this 2x5 bedroom duplex. Sea Urchins has a sweet private pool for each side, and the gulf is directly across the road. There s nothing standing between you and the water except West Beach Blvd, and then you come back home for your own private dip in the pool! AND, you get to the beach, crossing the road, at a CROSSWALK right at the corner of our property. Easy...
Sea Urchins is across from the 12th street public beach access so there is no home across from our house and no need to wander through private property to reach a beach access point! It's just about perfect for folks who want to save a bit but be just about "right on the beach"!
Each side of the duplex is a 5 bedroom and 5 bath unit. All homes start on the "2nd" or main floor, as every home in the beach area is "on stilts" by code, so living space starts on the second level.
2nd Floor, BR 1: King + Twin Bunk, en suite bathroom
(note, this bedroom's bath also serves as a common bath for the living room, through a separate entrance)
3rd Floor, South BR 2: King, en suite bathroom
3rd Floor, Middle BR 3: Queen + Twin Bunk, bath directly across hall
3rd Floor, Middle BR 4: Bunk Room, sleeping up to 7! Twin over Full Bunk (1+2) + Full over Full Bunk (2+2), second bath directly across hall
3rd Floor, North BR 5: King, en suite bath
There is also a 2nd Floor Living Room QSS in case you need extra space.
Please note that although the 3rd floor middle bedrooms do not have en suite baths, they CAN be completely treated as private to the bedrooms across from them. That is, eac h bedroom can have its own "private" bath since its a one to one, bedroom to bath mix!
3500 square feet of living space, is professionally decorated, makes extensive use of tile and crown molding, and includes granite kitchen countertops and much more. Each unit has a master suite.
For both sides, see our Sea Urchins North & South listing. One side perfect for your group? Check out our Sea Urchins North or Sea Urchins South listings for the individual units.
Electronics abound in these homes: excellent mesh wifi internet, smart TVs populate these stylish, yet comfortable, units. EACH unit has TWO refrigerators. If you haven't stayed in a vacation home with these extras, you'll find out what you've been missing and never want to stay somewhere without them! From kid's drinks to adult beverages to lots of leftover shrimp, having the extra space is a must for the well-seasoned travelers.
Because of high demand during the summer season, the units are available for full week stays only: in the end, though, don't you really deserve a whole week of rest, relaxation, and fun!
WIFI/INTERNET
YES! We have an awesome Eero mesh network to ensure excellent wifi coverage throughout this spacious home. Spotty coverage is always an issue for big places. Sure internet may work next to the router in the living room, but what about the far reaches of the home!? That's why we installed a multi-node mesh network. And what's the internet like? It is generally solid and ran > 250Mb down the last test--sufficient for several simultaneous video conference sessions for remote work and education. Internet is, of course, an amenity and subject to service provider outages (and guests "troubleshooting" it), especially with the havoc the sand and salt wreak on cabling and facilities, no more so than any other home on the beach though, and likely better since its close in and new construction!
SOAPS, TOWELS, COFFEE, ETC ETC
As with most beach homes in the area, the local mgt co provide what they call a "starter supply" of soaps, toilet paper, and paper towels, etc. Enough for the first night to get you going! Please plan to bring or purchase additional supplies, and any cleaning or pantry supplies you may need, or to make a quick run to the store (or have it delivered!). You will want to bring beach towels or beach chairs as well. Because mgt cos will not generally support them, grills are not provided, though they are sometimes inherited from prior guests: your mileage may vary on this, and we usually assess and then go snag a small charcoal kettle when we come down ourselves. Also of note: at many locations, you may find the bunk beds (and certain other beds) are not fully made--instead a bedding pack is provided. This is a common practice for the local management companies, which is both green (if the bedding is not used, it doesn't have to be laundered) AND more sanitary--housekeeping does not have to crawl on the bunks and so on to make the beds. Also also... all our homes have drip coffee makers and most now have Keurigs as well.
No smoking please, but feel free to eat lots of shrimp, bask in the warm sun, and have a great time!
Sea Urchins, South Unit https://vrbo.com/1777118 5BR
Sea Urchins, North Unit https://vrbo.com/1647477 5BR
1300 West Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Everyone loves the new Sea Urchins! :-)
Snowbird/long term rental pricing available.
5BR 5BA. Gulf view. Private pool (per side). Across W Beach from the beach. Nice place...for less! Accommodates 21, or 42 with both sides!
This listing is for ONE side of this 2x5 bedroom duplex. Sea Urchins has a sweet private pool for each side, and the gulf is directly across the road. There s nothing standing between you and the water except West Beach Blvd, and then you come back home for your own private dip in the pool! AND, you get to the beach, crossing the road, at a CROSSWALK right at the corner of our property. Easy...
Sea Urchins is across from the 12th street public beach access so there is no home across from our house and no need to wander through private property to reach a beach access point! It's just about perfect for folks who want to save a bit but be just about "right on the beach"!
Each side of the duplex is a 5 bedroom and 5 bath unit. All homes start on the "2nd" or main floor, as every home in the beach area is "on stilts" by code, so living space starts on the second level.
2nd Floor, BR 1: King + Twin Bunk, en suite bathroom
(note, this bedroom's bath also serves as a common bath for the living room, through a separate entrance)
3rd Floor, South BR 2: King, en suite bathroom
3rd Floor, Middle BR 3: Queen + Twin Bunk, bath directly across hall
3rd Floor, Middle BR 4: Bunk Room, sleeping up to 7! Twin over Full Bunk (1+2) + Full over Full Bunk (2+2), second bath directly across hall
3rd Floor, North BR 5: King, en suite bath
There is also a 2nd Floor Living Room QSS in case you need extra space.
Please note that although the 3rd floor middle bedrooms do not have en suite baths, they CAN be completely treated as private to the bedrooms across from them. That is, eac h bedroom can have its own "private" bath since its a one to one, bedroom to bath mix!
3500 square feet of living space, is professionally decorated, makes extensive use of tile and crown molding, and includes granite kitchen countertops and much more. Each unit has a master suite.
For both sides, see our Sea Urchins North & South listing. One side perfect for your group? Check out our Sea Urchins North or Sea Urchins South listings for the individual units.
Electronics abound in these homes: excellent mesh wifi internet, smart TVs populate these stylish, yet comfortable, units. EACH unit has TWO refrigerators. If you haven't stayed in a vacation home with these extras, you'll find out what you've been missing and never want to stay somewhere without them! From kid's drinks to adult beverages to lots of leftover shrimp, having the extra space is a must for the well-seasoned travelers.
Because of high demand during the summer season, the units are available for full week stays only: in the end, though, don't you really deserve a whole week of rest, relaxation, and fun!
WIFI/INTERNET
YES! We have an awesome Eero mesh network to ensure excellent wifi coverage throughout this spacious home. Spotty coverage is always an issue for big places. Sure internet may work next to the router in the living room, but what about the far reaches of the home!? That's why we installed a multi-node mesh network. And what's the internet like? It is generally solid and ran > 250Mb down the last test--sufficient for several simultaneous video conference sessions for remote work and education. Internet is, of course, an amenity and subject to service provider outages (and guests "troubleshooting" it), especially with the havoc the sand and salt wreak on cabling and facilities, no more so than any other home on the beach though, and likely better since its close in and new construction!
SOAPS, TOWELS, COFFEE, ETC ETC
As with most beach homes in the area, the local mgt co provide what they call a "starter supply" of soaps, toilet paper, and paper towels, etc. Enough for the first night to get you going! Please plan to bring or purchase additional supplies, and any cleaning or pantry supplies you may need, or to make a quick run to the store (or have it delivered!). You will want to bring beach towels or beach chairs as well. Because mgt cos will not generally support them, grills are not provided, though they are sometimes inherited from prior guests: your mileage may vary on this, and we usually assess and then go snag a small charcoal kettle when we come down ourselves. Also of note: at many locations, you may find the bunk beds (and certain other beds) are not fully made--instead a bedding pack is provided. This is a common practice for the local management companies, which is both green (if the bedding is not used, it doesn't have to be laundered) AND more sanitary--housekeeping does not have to crawl on the bunks and so on to make the beds. Also also... all our homes have drip coffee makers and most now have Keurigs as well.
No smoking please, but feel free to eat lots of shrimp, bask in the warm sun, and have a great time!
Sea Urchins, South Unit https://vrbo.com/1777118 5BR
Sea Urchins, North Unit https://vrbo.com/1647477 5BR
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed
Pls inquire. No house parties.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Pls inquire. No house parties.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the neighborhood
Gulf Shores
Located in Gulf Shores, this vacation home is near theme parks and by the sea. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Gulf Shores, AL
What's nearby
- Gulf Shores Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Lagoon Pass Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Hangout Music Fest - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
- Fort Morgan Beach - 21 min drive - 26.8 km
- Fort Morgan - 32 min drive - 45.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Hangout - 5 min drive
- The Catch - 4 min drive
- The Happy Pappy Coffee House - 7 min drive
- Sunliner Diner - 4 min drive
- De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
Aug 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sharon W.
Aug 19, 2025
Sea Urchins South
Sharon W.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patrick C.
Jul 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patrick C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
George S.
Jan 9, 2024
We had great time and loved the place
George S.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kim A.
Jun 26, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Kim A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Roberta M.
May 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Roberta M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kim P.
Aug 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kim P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
melanie g.
Jan 9, 2024
Great trip!
melanie g.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Leeann M.
Oct 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Leeann M.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kim R.
Sep 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Kim R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robyn O.
Jan 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Home
Robyn O.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy B.
Sep 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation 23
Jeremy B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer N.
Mar 18, 2024
Amazing location! Very clean.
Jennifer N.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda B.
May 21, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place to Relax with Family
Rhonda B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susan S.
Jan 9, 2024
Wonderful!
Susan S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Doug R.
Aug 18, 2025
Sea Urchins South
Doug R.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
wanda w.
Oct 31, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend
wanda w.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Aric S.
Jul 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our group
Aric S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer R.
Jul 23, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Trip
Jennifer R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Beth O.
Jul 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House location was perfect! The decks had recently been updated and were great.
Beth O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Scott A.
Apr 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break 2024
Scott A.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jay G.
Jan 9, 2024
Sea Urchin South
Jay G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ariana D.
Apr 24, 2024
Loved Sea Urchins
Ariana D.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Curt G.
Mar 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Curt G.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lisa B.
Jun 19, 2025
Perfect beach rental and rental company
Lisa B.
About the host
Hosted by Rick Goldsworthy
Rick Goldsworthy
Instructional designer. Behavior change researcher. Father of 3. Teacher. Soccer coach. Hoosier. I'm interested in why people do the things they do, what we can do to change those things so that folks live happier and healthier lives, and how technology can help. Plus, well, I love Gulf Shores!!
My wife's family have traveled to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Alabama for decades. I became a tag along in the late 1990s, so a Gulf Shores guy by marriage. One thing led to another and we ended up a several large, family-friendly, large group friendly, places along the Gulf.
Instructional designer. Behavior change researcher. Father of 3. Teacher. Soccer coach. Hoosier. I'm interested in why people do the things they do, what we can do to change those things so that folks live happier and healthier lives, and how technology can help. Plus, well, I love Gulf Shores!!
My wife's family have traveled to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Alabama for decades. I became a tag along in the late 1990s, so a Gulf Shores guy by marriage. One thing led to another and we ended up a several large, family-friendly, large group friendly, places along the Gulf.
Why they chose this property
My wife's family have traveled to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Alabama for decades. I became a tag along in the late 1990s, so a Gulf Shores guy by marriage. One thing led to another and we ended up a several large, family-friendly, large group friendly, places along the Gulf.
What makes this property unique
Sometimes you want to be RIGHT at the beach, but not pay for being right ON the beach. Sea Urchins is the perfect balance. It is located in the middle of West Beach Blvd. It is directly across West Beach from the beach -- check out the aerial and pool shots -- and it has a private pool for each side of the duplex. Yet... it is thousands less per week than an equivalent home right across the street. Have some of those too, if that's your preference, but if you want to save some dough while staying in a great place, Sea Urchins is a perfect fit!
Oh, and its only a couple blocks west of Waves Grocery, Ice Cream, Seafood, and the Beach House Kitchen and Cocktails. Easy for an evening stroll, or a midday ice cream or beverage run!
Oh, and its only a couple blocks west of Waves Grocery, Ice Cream, Seafood, and the Beach House Kitchen and Cocktails. Easy for an evening stroll, or a midday ice cream or beverage run!
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