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Island Shores 159 - Ground Floor Gulf Front Corner Unit!

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Living area
Bathroom
Property grounds
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Gulf State Park
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Island Shores 159 - Ground Floor Gulf Front Corner Unit!

Island Shores 159 offers accommodations in Gulf Shores, 1.6 miles from Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo and 11 miles from The Park at OWA. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free Wifi. Guests can use a terrace.

This air-conditioned vacation home comes with a seating area, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and a satellite flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. The property offers sea views.

Popular points of interest near the vacation home include Gulf Shores Public Beach, Gulf State Park Beach, and Gulf State Park Fishing Pier. The nearest airport is Pensacola Regional Airport, 36 miles from Island Shores 159.

Parking Passes are required and may be purchased upon arrival or by contacting our office directly. You must purchase each parking pass. You can have only 2 parking passes per reservation. 2 cars maximum.
During special holiday time periods (Hangout Fest weekend, Memorial Day weekend, Saturday to Saturday during week of 4th of July, Labor Day weekend, and Shrimp Fest weekend) 3 bedroom units are limited to TWO parking passes, and 2 bedroom units are limited to ONE parking pass.

Policies:
Guests must be at least 25 years of age or older to rent.
Photo ID is required at check-in.
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets are not permitted.

Island Shores is professionally managed by Poole & Associates, a company that has been helping families create great beach memories since 1998. They are dedicated to ensuring your time at the beach is a wonderful experience, and they look forward to welcoming you back year after year. Enjoy your stay in Gulf Shores!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 4058227vb
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 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 area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf State Park and Gulf Shores Beach, while Waterville USA and The Park at OWA are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Orange Beach Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex. Looking to get your feet wet? Waterskiing, water tubing and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gulf State Park Fishing Pier - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Waterville USA - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Island Shores 159 - Ground Floor Gulf Front Corner Unit! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Island Shores 159 - Ground Floor Gulf Front Corner Unit! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Island Shores 159 - Ground Floor Gulf Front Corner Unit!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Island Shores 159 - Ground Floor Gulf Front Corner Unit!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Shores 159 - Ground Floor Gulf Front Corner Unit!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Shores 159 - Ground Floor Gulf Front Corner Unit! located?

Located in Gulf Shores, this beachfront condo building is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach and Orange Beach Beaches. Gulf State Park is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 20 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the beach access from this condo!! Beds were very comfortable and the condo was nicely updated.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear that you loved the beach access and found the condo comfortable and nicely updated. It’s great to know the beds added to your comfort during your stay, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’d be happy to host you again anytime for another relaxing beach getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry and Patsy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, great location! Could walk to every thing we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re happy to hear you found the property clean and enjoyed the great location with easy walking access to everything you needed. We truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us and hope to welcome you back again for another convenient and enjoyable visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach view was mostly unobstructed. Room was clean and well supplied in the kitchen. Bedrooms were small but nice, comfy beds. Clean bathrooms. Loved the balcony! Air conditioner worked very well, kept it cool. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun, 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the mostly unobstructed beach view, clean and well-stocked kitchen, and comfortable beds. It’s great to know the balcony and strong air conditioning helped make your stay even more relaxing, and we’re glad the bathrooms and overall cleanliness met your expectations. We truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us and would be happy to welcome you back again anytime for another great beach getaway!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Abigail B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property wasn’t the cleanest for instance., floors made our feet dirty just getting our stuff in and the sheets had hair in them. This is only some examples . For the amount paid I don’t feel the price is reasonable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the cleanliness of the property did not meet your expectations. Issues such as dirty floors and hair on the sheets are not consistent with the standards we strive to provide, and we understand how disappointing that must have been, especially upon arrival. We also appreciate your comments regarding the value of your stay. We want every guest to feel that the quality of their experience matches the price paid, and we're sorry that this was not the case for you. Your feedback has been shared with our housekeeping team so we can address these concerns and improve our processes. Thank you again for bringing these matters to our attention, and we wish you all the best in your future travels.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kay s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was so close to beach. Rooms were perfect for the 4 of us. Loved the beach themed living room. View was amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Dec, 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you loved the proximity to the beach, the rooms, and the beach-themed living room. We’re so glad you enjoyed the view and look forward to welcoming you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan G.

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

Loved the condo

Pretty and liked the location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun, 2025
Thank you for the kind words! We’re so glad you loved the condo and enjoyed the location. We’d love to have you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay. Property was great. Loved being right on the beach. Condo and property was clean and well taken care of. No problems.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shana D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Sheets in guest room had sand on them. Floor was dirty. View was great. Cost was very affordable. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the view and found the stay affordable. We apologize for the issues with cleanliness and will share your comments with our housekeeping team to ensure improvements for future guests. We’re happy you enjoyed your stay overall!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki E.

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

Great place to stay

Loved that it was on the ground floor. Very clean
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2024
Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the convenience of the ground-floor location. It's great to know that you found the condo very clean. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shari W.

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

Family stay

Was a great stay for 3 sisters and our mom. We very seldom get to get away as sisters let alone with our elderly Mother but this was a wonderful trip. The place was beautiful and hopefully we can get together again and come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location! It was fun being one first floor. The condo was so cute and the beds were very comfortable. The pool was great and the walk to the beach was so easy!We never could figure out the TV in the smaller bedroom. But, that could have just been us. The key situation is a little outdated but we made it work. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you loved the location, comfortable beds, and easy access to the pool and beach. We appreciate your feedback about the TV and key system and will keep it in mind for future updates. We’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary N.

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

Wonderful!!

We came in late, check in was still super simple. The condo was very clean, super cold A/C when we walked through the door. The condo was mire spacious than we expected, so that was a plus. The location I would have to give 10 stars. Easy beach access and close to a ton of places. Definitely booking this condo for our next trip if it is still on here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you found the condo clean, spacious, and comfortably cool, and that the location and easy beach access made your stay even better. We’d love to welcome you back for your next trip!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Perfect

Property was close to everything. The unit was beachfront on bottom floor with easy access to beach/pool. The condo was spacious and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had a perfect stay and enjoyed the convenient location, beachfront access, and the spacious, clean condo. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we're thrilled that our property met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable stay in the future!
Verified

6/10 Okay

TAMMY J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bedroom windows need curtains. 1st floor windows anyone can see through the blinds, one set was damaged and kinda hanging? Living room furniture is very uncomfortable and needs replacing as well as both rugs.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Dec, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention regarding the bedroom windows, living room furniture, and rugs. We take guest comments seriously and will review these areas to make improvements for future stays.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
It was a clean and amazing condo and loved it. Only thing I see wrong is there’s a old gate keeper guy that slipped a warning for no smoking and nobody smokes so I’m not sure what that was about but he was a little creepy when we came in too. Asking if we had kids because he loves kids but was very unsettling. Other than him the condo itself is amazing and excellent place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun, 2025
Thank you for your kind words about the condo — we’re so glad you loved it and found it clean and amazing! We appreciate you sharing your experience about the gatekeeper. We take guest comfort seriously and will address your feedback to ensure everyone feels at ease. We hope to welcome you back for another excellent stay!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jennifer C.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
First family vacation with a toddler before the new baby will be born. Although we were grateful to check in early, the unit is an older unit. On Tuesday we called in a work order to have the microwave replaced but no one ever showed. Being an older unit LOTS of electrical issues. Tried to vacccum the very dingy rug & the lighfs went off. Probably whay was wrong with the microwave. Never would "heat" our food. When you spend as much on food its nice to have a microwave, especially with a toddler.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad you were able to check in early and start your family vacation, but we sincerely apologize for the issues you experienced with the microwave, electrical outlets, and the unit overall. We understand how important a working kitchen and safe, functional appliances are—especially when traveling with a toddler. Your comments have been shared with our maintenance and management teams so we can address these issues promptly and improve the experience for future guests. We appreciate your honesty and hope to have the opportunity to provide a more seamless stay in the future.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Teri R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
We were on the bottom floor, but there was not access to the beach from the patio. The pool is out front, by the parking lot. Decor was nice. Bedrooms were very small. There were plenty of kitchen utensils, actually way too many. The drawers were cluttered with duplicates. I rewashed all of the glasses, plates, and silverware before we used them and cleaned the utensil drawer. It was pretty dirty. The center shelf of the cabinet was over loaded with heavy plates to the point of nearly collapsing. I moved some of the plates to the bottom shelf and tried to balance the weight so that it didn't break all the way. You don't really expect to have to do all of that in your vacation rental for a 4 night stay. The master bedroom needed a smaller chest and table since the room was so small. The drawers of the chest did not work properly. The television sat on top of the chest and was smaller than my laptop screen, maybe a foot wide. The hallway rug was very dirty.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad you liked the décor, but we sincerely apologize for the issues you experienced with cleanliness, kitchen organization, and the furnishings. Your comments are important, and we will address these concerns with our housekeeping and maintenance teams to ensure the space is properly prepared and comfortable for future guests. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to host you again under better circumstances.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location.

This condo is walking distance to several top notch restaurants. The condo was cl an and for th most part in good condition. A couple of minor things would have made it perfect. There were no coffee filters. They left a Keurig pod on the counter but there was no Keurig machine. No salt and pepper shakers either. The biggest issue though was the bed in the master bedroom. The very tall headboard was not attached in any way to the bed frame. Because of this every movement of mean EVERY movement, even breathing caused the headboard to bump against the wall. We didn't want to deal with making a maintenance request so we just pulled the bed frame away from the headboard a couple of inches. I also let the office know when we checked out. You can tell it's an older building but just because it is smaller and some of the style. The building seems to be in great shape and our unit was no exception.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct, 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave your detailed feedback. We're glad you enjoyed the great location and easy access to nearby restaurants, and it's wonderful to hear that the condo was clean and generally in good condition. We appreciate you pointing out the minor details that would have made your stay perfect, and we're sorry for the inconvenience with the coffee setup and lack of basic kitchen items like salt and pepper. We'll be sure to address these details for future guests. We’re especially sorry to hear about the issue with the headboard in the master bedroom, and we appreciate your resourcefulness in finding a temporary fix. We will make sure our team takes care of it. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for an even more enjoyable stay in the future!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer M.

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

Island shores 159 the vacation spot from Hell!! Absolutely horrible wouldn’t recommend!!

The Condo is/ was absolutely disgusting! Couches smelled like animals, hair was all over the bed when we pulled back covers! Mold around the tubs!! Towels were dirty had to go buy our own! Called everyone we could get to explain the situation!! The management is horrible!! Pooled and associates the person in charge over there name is Jason! He replied we usually don’t give refunds for those kinds of things! So you mean to tell me you’re gonna keep our entire amount for a couple of hours of stay! That’s rediculous, what kind of establishment is being ran here? Contacted the house keeper she answered and stated she lived an hour away just pull out the pull out couch and load and behold that has a stain on it!! We Ended up spending the half of the night in our car with our children until the security guard of the building came out asking questions. Payed the full price up front only to stay a couple of hours and get cheated out of the rest of our money! Payed for 4 nights used a couple of hours of stay turned in keys to Jason of Poole and associates at 10:00 am that flowing morning that Saturday morning! Got there on a friday wasn’t suppose to leave until Monday! I wouldn’t recommend Poole and associates to anyone period!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug, 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience. I’m truly sorry to hear about the issues you encountered during your stay at Island Shores 159. What you described is completely unacceptable, and I understand your frustration. I apologize for the condition of the condo and the lack of responsiveness from the management. Your concerns should have been addressed promptly, and you deserved a clean, comfortable place for your family. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Your feedback will be shared with the team to prevent future issues like this.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Pam G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Definitely not as advertised. Should’ve realized when we walked in & had to kill a roach very first thing. 2nd bedroom issues: large hole in the closet, hole above the shower, light switch didn’t work. Master bedroom: shower handle broken, dirty sock left on floor, old doors under the bed, bedspread old & nasty, ceiling fan wobbles so bad was afraid if I turned it up it would fall off. Furnishings were from the local goodwill. TVs could’ve been updated (from the 90’s). Bugs flying around the sink (glad we didn’t plan on cooking), all rugs needed to be replaced. They are filthy! Place needed a deep cleaning, cob webs everywhere & poop under the couch. Lastly , only supplied 1 roll of toilet paper. I have never stayed anywhere with only 1 roll of toilet paper. It’s cheap & for what we paid could’ve had an extra roll. Was told per contract it was considered toiletries. Don’t stay here there are so many others to choose from!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026

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