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MY FRIEND'S PLACE EAST - COSTAL COTTAGE, GULF VIEWS FROM DECK, SUPER COZY

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A two-story beachfront property with a covered patio, outdoor seating, and a sign indicating 'My Friends Place.'
A beachfront property with multiple buildings, a sandy beach, and the ocean in the background.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden fence.
A covered porch with a sofa, chairs, and a patterned rug.
A room with a white sofa, blue chairs, a wooden cabinet, a round mirror, a television, and a large window with a view of palm trees.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure onsite parking, a rare amenity in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Gulf Shores Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Free internet

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Little Lagoon
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Lagoon Pass Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Common Space

2 Twin Beds

Guest Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Primary Bathroom

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Second Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Tropic Falls at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Orange Beach Tennis Center, or consider a night out at The Hangout. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Little Lagoon - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lagoon Pass Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gulf State Park Fishing Pier - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 21 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does MY FRIEND'S PLACE EAST - COSTAL COTTAGE, GULF VIEWS FROM DECK, SUPER COZY have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at MY FRIEND'S PLACE EAST - COSTAL COTTAGE, GULF VIEWS FROM DECK, SUPER COZY?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MY FRIEND'S PLACE EAST - COSTAL COTTAGE, GULF VIEWS FROM DECK, SUPER COZY on Dec 1, 2026 start from $358, 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 MY FRIEND'S PLACE EAST - COSTAL COTTAGE, GULF VIEWS FROM DECK, SUPER COZY pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for a fee.

What time is check-in at MY FRIEND'S PLACE EAST - COSTAL COTTAGE, GULF VIEWS FROM DECK, SUPER COZY?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MY FRIEND'S PLACE EAST - COSTAL COTTAGE, GULF VIEWS FROM DECK, SUPER COZY?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is MY FRIEND'S PLACE EAST - COSTAL COTTAGE, GULF VIEWS FROM DECK, SUPER COZY located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Little Lagoon and Gulf Shores Beach. West Beach and Lagoon Pass Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable stay hade a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The rental property was exactly what we needed and wanted. The rental experience was an easy experience. The rental agency checked in with us to ensure we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. Would use Beachball properties again for sure. The whole process went smoothly. Beach access is very close. This is a very family friendly place to vacation. We enjoyed the pool also. We definitely plan to return to Gulf Shores and would book with beach ball properties again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 15, 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the smooth booking experience, convenient beach access, pool, and family-friendly atmosphere. Thank you for choosing BEACHBALL PROPERTIES—we look forward to welcoming you back to Gulf Shores! 🌴☀️🏖️
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Could have been better

The house was picked up at best. There were pieces of trash and dirt on the floor. The bedroom upstairs had quite a bit of dust visible all around the wall. The blinds were torn, the doors upstairs to the bathroom did not shut properly, as well as the bedroom door upstairs. We did have issues with the toilet upstairs running and the shower upstairs was luke warm at best. Other than that, there weren't many issues. The kitchen was gorgeous and the pool was great minus the added chlorine/shocking in the middle of our trip causing us to wait 2 days to use it.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fun Beach Stay!

Grandson's high school baseball team competed in a tournament during Spring Break and this was a perfect place for us to stay- near ball fields and short walk to the beach. Spacious, clean and comfortable! Would definitely recommend it and we would rent again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great family vacation

Our family had a great time. The little mermaid room with small beds made my daughter's eyes light up. The pool as fun and the beach access is close by. Well maintained home and great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 21, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to post a review. We take pride in our properties and the services we provide, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We are looking forward to having you as a guest again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home

The place was very nice and clean! It had everything you could want in the kitchen and had so much storage space for groceries. Great location as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 11, 2023
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great stay at our property. We take pride in providing our guests with a clean and comfortable place to stay, and we're always happy to hear when we've hit the mark. We hope to see you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Spring Break 2024!

We absolutely loved the place! It had everything we needed and more! Had all the dishes to cook a nice Easter dinner! Very nice stay with a pool and close beach access! Definitely recommended this place!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

Property was in wonderful condition. The pool was fantastic, we used it every day. The opposite site of the duplex was rented by another family member so he were able to utilize the entire covered balcony which was fantastic. We would definitely rent here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 6, 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the property, the fantastic pool, and the spacious balcony. It’s great that you were able to share the space with family for an even better experience. We’d love to host you again in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay

Very close to beach access. We felt the place could have been a little cleaner. The floors needed a little more attention. Master BR was a nice size and so was the bathroom. Overall we really enjoyed our stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great stay at Gulf Shores

The kitchen was large and well stocked with all we needed to cook our meals. The beach access was a few houses down across the street but still close. We loved having the pool right there for easy access. Also, the kids enjoyed the area/carport under the condo and the porch where they could play even if it was raining.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2023
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great stay at our property. We take pride in providing our guests with a clean and comfortable place to stay, and we're always happy to hear when we've hit the mark. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Will be returning!!

We had the best time in Gulf Shores! This property is so close to the beach, which was very enjoyable. The porch was a hot commodity; very welcoming and cozy. If we had any questions or needed something to be looked at, someone was there to help asap! Highly recommend this rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 10, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to post a review. We take pride in our properties and the services we provide, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We are looking forward to having you as a guest again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beachtime

Nicely furnished. Sitting area good for five people. Plenty kitchen dishes. Cleanliness was average. We enjoyed our time at the beach,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 23, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to post a review. We take pride in our properties and the services we provide, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We are looking forward to having you as a guest again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place and location

Only issue was our door code not working but that was quickly resolved by calling the property manager. Also, prepare for stairs as far as young kids are concerned and carrying any heavy luggage.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 19, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to post a review. We take pride in our properties and the services we provide, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We are looking forward to having you as a guest again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach Getaway

We were very pleased with our rental! They had everything we needed. It was really awesome to have a wagon to use for tiring things to the beach! The box fans were another big plus in our book! Can’t sleep without the noise!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 23, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to post a review with such positive feedback! All of us here appreciate your kind words. We take pride in our properties and the services we provide, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We are looking forward to having you as a guest again in the future.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
It was disappointing in every aspect to say the least. Messages seemed very automated with my named just plugged in. (Check in message indicated if we asked we could check in early z so i asked- quick message back saying they were not allowing early check in bc of busy season - so why even put it there as an option) The house had a lot of cover up landlord special vibes. There was blood or some similar stains on the bedding that we had to wash, the bathroom had loose covers over the bathtub old holes, the blinds were broken, the the neighboors chain smoked in all.common areas (pool, porch and under house) and made everything stink. They also took our grill. The kitchen did has most supplies which is about the only good thing. We stay in the area every year and definitely would not recommend or return to this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We appreciate your comments regarding the home and communication and have shared them with the appropriate teams for review. Early check-in is subject to availability and may not be offered during peak periods. Activities involving neighboring properties and common areas are outside of BEACHBALL PROPERTIES’ direct control. We appreciate you bringing your concerns to our attention.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family beach trip getaway

We enjoyed our stay! Just a short walk to beach and the house was very accommodating for children. We did leave some of our belongings and the girl that I spoke with the property management company went above and beyond to help us get them back. Just for that kind a service I will look to rent again next year at this same location! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 21, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to post a review. We take pride in our properties and the services we provide, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We are looking forward to having you as a guest again in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

My friends place

The stay was great, wonderful location, just a short walk to the beach access and the pool was perfect. The unit was a duplex which we did not realize until after we got there. However, the other group was courteous and it was a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 21, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to post a review! We take pride in our properties and the services we provide, and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We are looking forward to having you as a guest again in the future and having the opportunity to earn that 5th star!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Spring break

Properly was great. Overall cleanliness was okay. Met family from Texas there and they shared the otherside. Loved that the deck had a gate allowing us to go back and forth.. Could of used more stocking. No coffee filters, no salt and pepper.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from Management on Oct 22, 2026
Thank you for the 10/10! We're so glad the deck gate worked for both families. We're adding coffee filters and salt and pepper. Come back soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice beach condo

The condo was nice! Lots of room. We had 4 adults and 5 kids there. Pool is private with the condo next door. Only complaint is that although the ocean is right across the road, you cant get to it unless you go through other houses areas. There is a crosswalk to public beach access just 5 mins away walking. Overall a nice stay!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 12, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We truly value your input, and it will be instrumental in helping us improve our services and address any areas of concern. If there's anything else we can do to assist you or if you have any further comments, please don't hesitate to let us know. We are committed to ensuring your satisfaction, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely place that needs just a couple of tweaks

Was well appointed and clean. The queen mattresses on the first floor bedrooms need replacing (truly). Also sheet clips on the twin mattresses if they are not going to use fitted bottom sheets. We had to change the lock code a couple of times as entry was erratic. Needs a cutting board. We hope the housekeeping staff turns in the makeup bag that was left behind.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just right for us

This home worked out perfectly for our spring break trip with two moms and four girls. We knew groups staying in other homes in gulf shores and it was easy to walk between them. Beach access was down the street but not far at all. The home itself was well-appointed and comfortable - including comfy beds. The management company was very clear about what would be provided but it still would have been nice to have more toilet paper and such. Check in and check out were simple and loved the keyless entrance. Overall a very good home for a week!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Response from Management on Oct 22, 2026
Two moms and four girls on spring break, how fun! Thank you for the kind words, and we've noted your feedback on supplies. Come back soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing visit

What a fabulous vacation! The house was clean, large, and spacious. We came with our 3 kids, 10-15, and everyone had their own space. The kitchen was huge and allowed us to cook gourmet meals. The pool was clean, outdoor showers so helpful, and the beach wagon and toys added so much to our trip. The walk to the beach is less than 3 minutes. Really the perfect house. Any issue we had, which was small, was dealt with within minutes of us reaching out. We will definitely be returning.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We booked My Friend’s Place for a Moms weekend getaway. Beach access was closer than we expected (only 6-7 houses down). We booked this property specifically with the plan to walk everywhere, unfortunately, it rained the whole weekend, so we ventured out to further eateries/stores in the car. The variety of restaurants in the area was good, even if we didn’t go to any of them. The sleeping spaces were numerous and decently comfortable! Our only indoor complaints were the lack of toilet paper and basic spices. They provided 1 roll of TP per bathroom… without mention that we would have to provide our own. We stopped at the store on the way to the property from the airport, so we didn’t realize we needed to buy our own. They did provide salt & pepper, which is fine… but who wants to buy other bottles of spices for a 3-day trip?! (Maybe garlic & onion powder, and some cooking spray!) We did not use the pool due to the rain, but the water looked clean. The outdoor showering station was nice for rinsing off the sand (not enclosed). Only outdoor complaint is the lack of beach chairs that could be used/borrowed. We spent a lot of time on the outdoor covered porch upstairs, which was large and had plenty of comfortable seating options! Overall, it was a good place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 10, 2026
Thank you for your detailed review! We're glad to hear that My Friend’s Place was a great fit for your Moms Weekend getaway and that you enjoyed the comfortable sleeping arrangements, spacious covered porch, and convenient beach access. We’re sorry the weather didn’t cooperate, but it’s great to hear you still enjoyed your time together. We appreciate your feedback regarding the starter supplies and amenities. As noted in our rental information, properties are stocked with starter supplies to help guests get settled, and additional items may be needed during longer stays. We also appreciate your suggestions regarding beach chairs and kitchen essentials. Thank you for choosing BEACHBALL PROPERTIES, and we hope to welcome you back for a sunnier visit in the future! 🌊☀️🏖️
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Needs updating

Bedroom carpet was so dirty we hated to walk on it in bare footed.
Stayed 59 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 13, 2024
Thank you for bringing these concerns to our attention, and we sincerely apologize for any negative impact they may have had on your stay. Your feedback is invaluable to us as it helps us identify areas for improvement, and we are committed to addressing these issues diligently. We understand the loss of trust that may have resulted, and we genuinely hope that you will give us another opportunity in the future to provide a better experience. If there's anything else you would like to discuss or if there are any additional steps we can take to address your concerns further, please do not hesitate to let us know. We are here to listen and ensure that your future experiences with us are nothing short of exceptional.
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