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Morning Glory - Coastal Beachfront Cottage, Pet Friendly

Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun

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Welcome to Morning Glory! A beachfront 4 bedroom/4 bathroom pet-friendly home
Gulf views from the 2nd floor balcony
Enjoy Gulf views from the 1st floor living area
Fully equipped kitchen
2 refrigerator/freezers in the kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 141755 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

2nd floor hall built-ins

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 2- 1st floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3- 2nd floor

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4- 2nd floor

2 Twin Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom- 1st floor

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom- 1st floor

Bathroom- 2nd floor

Bathroom (Master)-1st floor

Bathroom- Bedroom 4- 2nd floor

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Morning Glory - Coastal Beachfront Cottage, Pet Friendly

Morning Glory – Beachfront | Pet Friendly | Private Beach | Gulf Views

Welcome to Morning Glory, a stunning beachfront home located on the beautiful shores of Fort Morgan in Gulf Shores, Alabama. This pet-friendly retreat comfortably sleeps up to 14 guests and welcomes up to two dogs, making it perfect for families traveling together. With 50 feet of private beachfront and breathtaking Gulf views, Morning Glory offers a true beachfront experience where guests can relax, unwind, and soak up the coastal sunshine right outside the door.

Outdoor Living
- Direct beachfront home with 50 feet of private beach
- Gulf-facing porch with panoramic views and unforgettable sunsets
- Picnic table located under the house for shaded outdoor dining
- Gas grill for family cookouts and beachside meals
- Outdoor shower for rinsing off after a day in the sand
- Pet-friendly up to two dogs with paid fees

Indoor Comforts
Morning Glory welcomes guests with a beautifully renovated coastal interior designed for comfort and relaxation. The open living area offers plenty of seating, a large television, and stunning Gulf views with direct balcony access. The living space flows seamlessly into the dining area, which features two dining tables and additional seating at the bar. The fully equipped kitchen provides ample counter space and everything needed to prepare meals for the whole group. Comfortable furnishings and quality mattresses throughout the home ensure a restful stay after days spent enjoying the beach.

Sleeping Arrangements
- Bedroom 1 (1st Floor): King bed, TV, Gulf views and balcony access, private bath
- Bedroom 2 (1st Floor): King bed, TV, shares hallway bathroom with common area
- Bedroom 3 (2nd Floor): King bed, TV, shares hallway bathroom with bunk alcove
- Bunk Alcove (2nd Floor): Two twin beds in the hallway
- Bedroom 4 (2nd Floor): Two extra-long twin bunk beds, Two pull-out twin beds, TV, sofa, balcony access, private bath

With its unbeatable beachfront location, private beach access, and thoughtfully designed interior, Morning Glory is the perfect getaway for both people and pets. Book your unforgettable Fort Morgan beach vacation with Harris Vacations today and experience the beauty of the Alabama Gulf Coast at its finest.

Rental Age Policy
We love people of all ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes. However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25. We have no exception to this policy.

RISK
Guest acknowledges that beaches, bays, docks, piers, pools, and waterfront areas are inherently dangerous and assumes all related risks, known or unknown, when renting a vacation rental home. Guests agree to exercise extreme caution at all times; for more information, see the Terms and Conditions document.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this vacation home is on the beach. Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Gulf Shores Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit The Wharf and Tanger Outlet Center. Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary and Zooland Mini Golf are also worth visiting. With sailing and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fort Morgan - 7 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Gulf State Park - 21 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 23 min drive - 33.8 km
  • The Wharf - 26 min drive - 39.7 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fort Morgan Pizza - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Morning Glory - Coastal Beachfront Cottage, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Morning Glory - Coastal Beachfront Cottage, Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Morning Glory - Coastal Beachfront Cottage, Pet Friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Morning Glory - Coastal Beachfront Cottage, Pet Friendly located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Fort Morgan Beach. Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Edith Hammock are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beachfront cottage. Plenty of room for a big family. Host communicates well. Would highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Wonderful family cacay spot

Awesome location and views. Loved the upstairs room with its own balcony. Great for a group!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thorsby Dental Clinic L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and property. Had great access to the beach. Would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

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

Great place and area

Everything was outstanding
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Great week at the beach!

Couldn't have asked for a better stay! Great house and location! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey P.

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

Wonderful

This place was the perfect spot for our family! It was clean, light & bright, well decorated and the bunk room was a BIG hit with our grandkids! We loved being right on the beach and we also loved the views from the balcony. We look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., Union City, Tennessee

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

Weekend stay

Morning Glory was the perfect house for us. Steps away from the beach. Pet friendly!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Great beach stay

Morning Glory was a charming home right on the beach. The house had everything we needed. Quaint neighborhood. We had a great, relaxing week.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jana c.

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

Family Fun!

Two families, 4 adults and 7 kids/ it was perfect! Enough room, comfy beds and right on the beach! We love the less busy beach area and don’t mind the drive to town/ it was a perfect family getaway! The boys caught so many fish night fishing right at the beach. Great place to stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

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

Great beach house!

We loved this property and will absolutely stay again! It’s right on the beach and the floor plan was great. It’s especially great for kids. House felt very clean which was so nice - the last couple of beach houses we stayed in didn’t feel as clean. It’s also dog friendly which was wonderful for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laci D.

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

Beautiful property

Perfect for our group of 12. Beautiful property and view. House was big enough for everyone to be comfortable. All our teens loved the large bunk room, it became the main hangout spot during the trip. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl N.

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

Perfect!

This house is amazing! It was clean and spacious and just a few steps from the beach. We cooked and played games and had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia P.

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

Morning glory great on the beach

The house was on the beach loved the area. Had a wedding and it was beautiful. Harris rental were very easy to work with house had plenty of room and exactly the number of rooms and bathrooms we needed. Great time with family!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ramona L.

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

Fabulous for Family

Beautiful beach house with gorgeous views! Close proximity to white sandy beach directly in front of house. Clean and nicely furnished. Comfortable beds. Easy check-in/check-out. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meghan B.

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

Lovely beachfront house!

My family and I really enjoyed our stay at Morning Glory. It was spacious, airy and comfortable. The bunk room was especially nice with a lot of room and an upstairs balcony. The kitchen was well equipped and there was plenty of room for everyone to eat. This area of the beach is quiet and family friendly. I do wish we have stayed a little closer to Gulf Shores, as trips into town are not quick, but if you’re looking for an escape away from it all, this is the place! And there are plenty of good restaurants around.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great place for a long weekend getaway

Great place for a long weekend getaway. This is a very comfortable house with lots of sleeping space. It’s right on the beach. We were a little disappointed that the upstairs balcony was closed. We love that they allow dogs. You might want to bring a child gate to keep your dogs on the porch if you have pets.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dana C., Texas

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

Great beach house

Right on the beach! Nice house. Very clean. Great house for children and dogs. We loved sitting on the porch. We are definitely coming back to this house next year. Bring food to cook because it is a little farther out from town and they have 2 refrigerators and a huge pantry! Wifi was great too! Wonderful setting for family trip!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Walt D.

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

Excellent Experience

We had a blast at this property. We only booked it for a weekend. The check-in was easy and the house was fantastic. Very clean and spacious. Definitely big enough for two families. Being that close to the beach is so wonderful. The best part is there is no house behind it, so you won't have traffic traveling to the beach. The house is not brand new but clearly renovated and clean. We counted 12 beds. 4 bathrooms. No complaints and we will stay with Harris Vacations again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

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

Excellent Family Beach House

Great house for a family or families with multiple kids. The layout is excellent and allows for plenty of space for everyone. The short walk to the beach is easy and convenient and allows for quick trips in/out of the house for snacks, drinks. Overall, a great house that may need a couple of things updated, as mentioned below. Areas of feedback: I texted the property management company on day 1 to let them know I saw ants in the bedroom and all I received was a, "Thank you for letting us know." The cookware needs to be replaced/upgraded (a new set of pots/pans from Costco and some Tupperware) and the living room furniture/pillows is quite worn.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrick G.

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

DIFFICULT DAYS MADE EASIER

This was a very difficult time for me and the the fam, especially for children, during the 1st mother's day without mom. The location of this property was perfect, their mom was full spirited and loved bright colors, we pulled up to the house next door, I said I guess we're here guys, one of the kids said I wish it was that one!(pointing at the correct one) IT WAS (CONFIRMATION LOL). ALL STARS , location, view, rooms with views, very clean family room and deck was very accommodating for gathering!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Michelle W.

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

Beautiful View!!!!

Beautiful house with plenty of space, love the open floor plan and the fact that there’s 4 bathrooms. The upstairs room and area is perfect for kids!!! Wonderful view from the deck up there too! The kitchen was stocked very nicely and we never came across something that we thought was missing. Love the fact that there are 2 refrigerators!! It was great to have a gate at the top of the deck stairs for the little ones and the dog. The outdoor shower and hoses were a plus as well! Some suggestions to maybe make the house even better would be: Provide hand soap for the kitchen. For a house that sleeps 12, a bigger grill would be helpful. A table or two on the deck to accompany the lovely rocking chairs would be nice. A swiffer dry type of floor tool, instead of broom and vacuum, would be nice for cleaning up sand through the week. Also door mats or rugs at the doors on the inside of the home, not just the outside, would help out with the sand because you could shake them out periodically. Maybe stocking some beach towels and beach toys, beach chairs, umbrella, etc. would be extra nice as well so guests don’t have to pack so much. These are just simple suggestions and would not hinder us from staying here again. We loved the home and would stay there again easily!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

John S.

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

Annual Holiday Stay

Overall a good experience. Property was as described and generally in very good condition. We had a couple minor issues but they were addressed and resolved in a timely and efficient manner by Harris Vacation. Our only real complaint is none of the living room furniture was comfortable. Sagging cushions in love seats and the swivel chair leaned forward. We suggest they either replace the foam in the cushions or replace the love seats. The home is very spartanly equipped, no real extras like boogey boards, high chairs, pack and plays etc that many other homes have. Since the whole house has wood laminate floors any sand was very noticeable. We attempted to at least twice a day sweep by hand but it would be nice to have a Dyson type sleeper available to help keep clean. One suggestion would be to take out the buffet in the eating area and change the direction of the table and light above it. The buffet is not easily accessible and just takes up room. That would make the living room ever bigger and free up space around the table. Other than that a very nice home, plenty of room and beds with a great view from the deck. A small round table and chairs on the deck for eating outside when nice would be a good addition as well. We would definitely stay there again if the furniture situation was corrected.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan M.

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

Beachfront Perfection

This was the perfect beachfront property for our group of 10. Being beachfront is a game changer! Not having to pack to go out to the beach and being able run back and forth between the house and the ocean in just few steps was amazing, especially with kids! There are some updates that could be done, but overall this was an amazing property. We will definitely be back to Morning Glory!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

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

Beautiful cottage, great beach

We loved this location and property and will be back. Excellent beach, great beds, clean, no problems at all. Dogs were happy, too.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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

nice Peaceful place to stay! Great getaway

Morning Glory was in a great location secluded from the busy area of Gulf Shores but Restaruants near by and just a short drive to Gulf Shores. The house was everything we expected and had everything we needed. We had a minor issue with the oven not working and Harris got someone out the next day to fix it! Very Pleased with our stay!

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