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Exterior
Aerial view
Living area
Dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores beach, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪11 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Primary with en suite bathroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Primary Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sunflower in the City: Location! Location! Location! Love dogs! Block from ⛱️.

"Location! Location! Location!" That's what our guests tell us, and the place is great too!
[But if you want something a little less central and newer, visit Sunflower in the Country at https://www.vrbo.com/3383571]

Back to THIS beach home -

Welcome to Sunflower in the City, your vintage, pet-friendly oasis in the heart of Gulf Shores! Located just ONE short block from the pristine white sands, this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom raised beach home is the perfect coastal retreat for families, friends, and your furry companions.

​Why You’ll Love It Here:
​Unbeatable Location: Leave the car in the driveway! We are a quick walk to the beach, The Hangout, and fantastic local dining like The Catch seafood restaurant.

​Pet-Friendly Paradise: We know pets are family. Your dogs will love the enclosed balcony and our private, fenced dog run downstairs. (Up to 2 dogs welcome!)

​Outdoor Living: Enjoy your morning coffee on the sunny balcony, or head downstairs to the covered lounge area to grill out and relax with the provided beach gear—even if it rains, your beach parade won't be rained out!

​Comfort & Convenience: Fully stocked galley kitchen, smart TVs, keyless entry for seamless check-in, and an in-unit washer/dryer for your beach towels.
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Here's a little more perspective:

This is the cutest little Sunflower in the City! Our vintage two bedroom, two bath raised beach home is ONE SHORT block away from the white sand heavenly beach of Gulf Shores. And before you reach the beach, like if you need to rest after 50 steps for a libation, there's a festive restaurant called The Catch with excellent cocktails and delicious seafood. Walk another block along the beach, and reach the legendary Hangout, and a few more steps gets you front row, on-the-beach seating at the world-famous Pink Pony!

Another of our favorite things is our fur babies! Don't leave home without them! Sure, it takes a bit more to clean the place so there is a pet fee, but aren't they worth it? And they will thank you when you see how happy they are on the enclosed wraparound balcony. They won't miss a thing! One favor please: if you leave the doors open - because the beach breeze is SO AMAZING, please turn off the AC. You can always turn it on again when you're in for the night!

Okay, what else? You'll also enjoy two large bedrooms with ultra comfy beds and light- blocking drapes. And we ordered the fastest internet speed for your entertainment needs. There are three tvs with Roku devices to that end as well. Downstairs, there is a grill, a few beach fun items, and a large backyard in addition to a small, enclosed dog run. There may still beach spurs (sticklers) that our lawn crew is working to eliminate - FYI.

And the must haves - two bathrooms, a galley kitchen, and keyless entry locks. Can this decision be any easier? If you love beach life at the right price, you've found it.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Youth may not be left at the house w/out a 25+ yo.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
There is a pet fee. Please declare when booking.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave the Roku remote control next to the tv or on the nightstand.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No parties! No more than 10 people on the property at any time. Quiet hours: 10 p.m. - 7 a.m.
No parking or grilling under house in the carport area. That is a recreation area only. Parking available in driveway and in paid parking on 2nd.
NO SMOKING or GRILLING/BBQING on the balcony. Thx!

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this vacation home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out The Wharf. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Orange Beach Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex.
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Gulf Shores beach, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Wade Ward Nature Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gulf State Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Waterville USA - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Happy Pappy Coffee House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunflower in the City: Location! Location! Location! Love dogs! Block from ⛱️. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunflower in the City: Location! Location! Location! Love dogs! Block from ⛱️. ?

As of Apr 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunflower in the City: Location! Location! Location! Love dogs! Block from ⛱️. on May 10, 2026 start from $397, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunflower in the City: Location! Location! Location! Love dogs! Block from ⛱️. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunflower in the City: Location! Location! Location! Love dogs! Block from ⛱️. ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunflower in the City: Location! Location! Location! Love dogs! Block from ⛱️. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Wade Ward Nature Park and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Erin S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
This was the perfect spot for a family with a dog. The owners were GREAT and even dropped off some NYE party favors that the kids loved! I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leila S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

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

Gulf Shores Get Away

Great get away for us with our rescue pups. So much charm so pup friendly and pup secure. Easy walk to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck C.

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

Fun time near the beach

We enjoyed our visit!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

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

Sunflower

Great location to public beach and dining. Dog friendly, would rent again
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean R.

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

Great location

Great location walking distance to almost anywhere. Perfect for our family of adults and teenagers. Dog friendly was a huge bonus. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Get away from the hustle and busle

We had a wonderful stay and completely enjoyed ourselves. We can’t say enough about the owners and the helpful tips and information they provided for us. From driving tips to dog beach location and restaurant's to visit. We will be booking here again in the near future and also again next year.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Wonderful stay

The house was an awesome location. We had a wonderful stay. The doggie run was very convenient. It was the first time we had tried to take our pets. It was perfect. They enjoyed being out on the deck, We would recommend this to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerri B.

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

Summer Vacay

Property was exactly as pictures showed. It is an older property, but it’s well kept. The living space is not huge, but both bedrooms are spacious. The bed in the master bedroom was super comfortable. It has like a 4 inch foam mattress topper on it. And I loved all the available drawer space. One of the things I look for when searching for a rental is if there are dressers in the bedrooms. I seriously hate living out of a suitcase on vacation, but that wasn’t the case with this property. We were really excited about the dog run off the back steps, but after getting stickers in his paws the first few times he went down, our Yorkie wouldn’t even go down the steps. We found some really nice grass right by the stop sign a super short walk away. The house is in a great location. It takes maybe a 5 minute walk to reach the sand. The street/light you cross at takes you right to the public access. The only suggestions I might offer - need some blinds in the smaller window of the master bedroom, maybe put a deadbolt on the outside door that leads to the 2nd bedroom (was a little worried about only having a door knob lock with my kids sleeping in the room), and although the hose was nice to wash off the sand, a private outdoor area to rinse off would be nice. Thanks for the wonderful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chuck C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sunflower Sunset Team

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We are from Texas and Alabama. We got married and landed in the Mobile area, but couldn't resist getting a place at the beach. We love the beach energy and want to share it with visitors from far and wide. Alabama's pristine beaches are well worth the trip. Don't miss them! And did I mention that we love dogs? Yes, we do but our home best accommodates those under 50ish pounds.

Why they chose this property

We chose this community because it's so centrally located - one block from the beach and from there, walk a block east to The Hangout. It's 1.5 blocks from Sunliner Diner and more eats and treats. From the front balcony you have a clear view of a part of the beach, and the neighbors are also very committed to ensuring their guests have the time of their lives - without ruining yours! :-)

What makes this property unique

Most places are not dog-friendly here - and even fewer have an actual DOG RUN! Your furry baby can run out the front door and down the back stairs into the dog run area whenever needed. Talk about INDEPENDENCE! The pups said that they've never felt so grown up! :-)
*Careful as sometimes there are stickers in the yard. Try as we might to kill them, it's par for the course in this area!

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