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Get away from it all! Pet friendly. Fenced yard. No stairs!

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Nestled under mossy oaks about half way down Ft Morgan Rd Private but convenient
Exterior
Living area
Private kitchen
New stove and lots of pots and pans give you everything you need to eat in.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Get away from it all! Pet friendly. Fenced yard. No stairs!

This precious nautical cottage is away from it all but still close to everything. Relax on the screened porch and enjoy the view of Mobile Bay, or walk down to the waters edge and throw in a line. Cook up your fresh catch in the well appointed kitchen or walk on down to Jesse's on the Bay for a 5-star meal at sunset. Located on the new biking and walking trail makes daily exercise a breeze. At the end of the day sleep soundly in the comfy king bed of the master or the queen in the second bedroom. The Internet is free and Direct TV is available or feel free to sign in to your own streaming service subscriptions. Gulf beach access is less than 2 miles away at the Bon Secour National Wildlife Preserve and historic Fort Morgan is only 10 miles west.

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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: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs allowed w/fee per pet & signed pet agreement
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only!

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Check out is at 10 AM or earlier. Please do not ask for late checkout on the day you leave, as housekeeping is scheduled for 10:00 AM. We kindly ask that you do the following before you leave:
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 205786
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this cottage is near a water park and near the beach. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Zooland Mini Golf and Waterville USA. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gulf State Park - 11 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 13 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Fort Morgan - 18 min drive - 23.8 km
  • The Park at OWA - 23 min drive - 36.2 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jesse’s On The Bay - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Beach Bums Coffee & Deli - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Get away from it all! Pet friendly. Fenced yard. No stairs! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Get away from it all! Pet friendly. Fenced yard. No stairs!?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Get away from it all! Pet friendly. Fenced yard. No stairs!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Get away from it all! Pet friendly. Fenced yard. No stairs!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Get away from it all! Pet friendly. Fenced yard. No stairs! located?

This family-friendly Gulf Shores cottage is located by the sea, just steps away from Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Bon Secour Bay. Fort Morgan Beach and Edith Hammock are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 225 out of 246 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 246 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 246 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 246 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 246 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kayla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and we had a great stay! The kids and the pup loved it too!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Patrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As listed
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and cute! Would visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Durinda C.

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

Ft Morgan vacation

We enjoyed our stay and fishing in the area. The fenced backyard was nice. It made having our dogs with us easier. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was quiet and cute! Perfect for families and pets! We didn’t bring ours because they no longer travel well but it would have been perfect. The location is good and close to the beach and town! Would stay again!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol r.

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

Quick getaway

We were all very comfortable, the fenced yard was very convenient to let our dog out safely. I would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a quiet place to stay convenient to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzi G.

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

Relaxing place to stay

This house had all the amenities we needed. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Bob W.

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

Location with our dogs worked real good.

Our two dogs could roam in a fenced grassy yard.Property very quiet and remote. We really enjoyed Gulf Shores and Orange. We really enjoyed having our dogs with us.It was our choice to spend our 40th wedding anniversary in gulf Shores.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful stay right before Christmas

This is our 2nd time staying at the Cottage and its always a pleasure staying here with our furbabies..Perfect home away from home with great hosts...
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec, 2020
Thank you Andre. It is always our pleasure to have you stay with us. Martha
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne b.

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

Far from a Shady Shack…my “Sweet Home Alabama”

Off the beaten path, thank goodness…but not far from beaches, shopping and local attractions! Perfect location and rental for people and their pets. It was very difficult to leave…
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Very quiet and secluded location

Very nice place accessible to the more quiet and less touristy area of Gulf Shores/Ft Morgan. Nice place for the pups and fenced yard. We really enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, clean, and cozy. Close to Ft. Morgan and Gulf Shores. Pet friendly...the owners even brought doggy treats by. Fenced in yard was great. Only wish there was access to the bay. Owner was very responsive to communications.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesa T.

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

Relaxing Vacation Home

We loved staying at the Shady Shack again. The quiet and tranquil setting was perfect for us. Everything we needed was at the house and we loved every minute of it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Millie R.

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

Shady Shack

Easy check in, cottage was very clean and comfortable . Enjoyed the nearby dog beach and returning to the cottage to relax. Very nice stay, dogs loved it and so did we!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

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

Great Dog friendly spot

Dog friendly, with fenced in yard, less than 20 minutes to beach. Simple house, nothing fancy but did the job.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill F.

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

Quiet cottage in the perfect location

I stayed with my two teenagers and my dog. Plenty of space for everyone to have downtime. Quiet area, but close to both Fort Morgan and Gulf shores. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

winter getaway

Very clean with wonderful fenced yard for our fur baby. Quiet area, with only short drive to pet friendly beaches. This was our 2nd stay there and will surely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MEGAN B.

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

Loved

It was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Wonderful Home

Perfect location, quiet and peaceful, great for pets, especially senior dogs like ours, and as our first VRBO experience we have nothing but great things to say about the home. Definitely looking forward to returning next year for our now annual vacation to the Gulf Coast
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurel B.

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

Beach Trip 2025

House is cute, easily accessible, quiet. Bedrooms were fine; as well as the bathroom. I was surprised the kitchen didn’t have a dishwasher. No a huge biggie.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2025
So glad you enjoyed our cottage! We hate not having a dishwasher but there literally is no place to put one! When we renovated the septic system could not handle it and though we now are on city sewer and that is not an issue, we still do not have a space where one could go.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

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

Great place for dogs and kids

This exceeded our expectations, pictures did not do it justice. Very nicely decorated and the fenced in yard was perfect for our dog. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing Getaway!

Loved the porch and fenced-in yard. The cottage is close to everything. I spent one day at the zoo and another at the Fort. My dogs loved the yard and porch and all the new smells.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

megan b.

Perfect little cottage!

This cottage was perfect for our family! The fenced in back yard was great for our dog and the kids loved having WiFi. A wonderful place to come home to after an exhausting day at the beach!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
So glad you enjoyed your time at the Shady Shack! The fenced yard, close proximity to the beach and the screened porch are some of our favorite things about this cottage. We hope you join others that return year after year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren F.

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

Clean, quiet, and room for the dog

We enjoyed our stay. There was room for our large dog to run and play in the fenced yard. It was very clean and nicely decorated. Far enough from the road that traffic sounds were muted by the trees and with view of the water from the back. The small secluded “beach” at the back of the property made this a good choice for a winter getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen S.

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

Cozy Cabin

Cabin was very clean and cozy! We were very glad to find a place we could take our dog along with us. Communication with the host was wonderful!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

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