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Bonnie Dune - Waterfront Retreat for 8

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Take in stunning waterfront views right from the deck!
Swing, sway, and relax in the cozy covered hammocks!
Private deck + boat access = your perfect waterfront escape!
Chill, stream, and soak in the views from the comfy couch.
Double the comfort—2 queens and a smart TV for easy relaxation.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Bonnie Dune - Waterfront Retreat for 8

Summary:

Escape to Gulf Shores and enjoy the perfect blend of coastal charm at this waterfront retreat. Nestled along a quiet lagoon with easy access to the Gulf’s sugar-white beaches, Bonnie Dune offers the best of both worlds—serene water views and proximity to local dining, shopping, and outdoor adventures. Spend your mornings fishing from the private dock, afternoons lounging by the water, and evenings exploring the vibrant Gulf Shores nightlife just minutes away.



The Space:

Inside, the open-concept living, kitchen, and dining area welcomes you with a breezy, relaxed feel. The living room features a cozy couch and love seat facing a smart TV, perfect for unwinding after a day in the sun. The adjoining kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, crisp white cabinetry, a single-cup and drip coffee maker, and a counter area for three—ideal for casual breakfasts. A dining table for six invites everyone to gather for shared meals, while a full-light door opens to a balcony with a table for four and calming lagoon views. Step outside to the spacious waterfront deck with comfortable seating, or head down to the patio, where a private boat slip, grill, and hammocks await—creating the ultimate space for relaxing, cooking out, and soaking in the peaceful beauty of Gulf Shores.



This home comfortably sleeps 8 guests between 3 private bedrooms



Bedroom #1 includes a queen size bed, a smart TV, and an ensuite bathroom with a single vanity and a walk-in shower.



Bedroom #2 includes 2 queen size beds and a smart TV.



Bedroom #3 includes a queen size bed, a smart TV, a small kitchenette, a table for 2, access to outside, and an ensuite bathroom with a pedestal sink and a shower/tub combo.



The home also includes an additional full bathroom with a single vanity and a walk-in shower.



THINGS TO NOTE:

- Washer and dryer in home.

- Driveway parking for 2 vehicles available.

- This home is equipped with two (2) external security camera located at the front entrance and under deck actively monitoring the driveway.

- Please note the available boat launch has a maximum 7ft wide clearance, small boats only.

- You must be 25 or older to book



Gulf Shores is a laid-back beach town with a friendly southern charm. It's the perfect place to relax and soak up the sun, or to explore the many attractions the area has to offer. If you're looking for a fun day in the sun, head to Gulf State Park. With its white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and plenty of space to spread out, it's the perfect place to enjoy a day at the beach. If you're feeling adventurous, you can also rent a kayak or paddleboard and explore the Gulf on your own. If you're looking for something to do after dark, Gulf Shores has a variety of restaurants, bars, and shops to explore. You can also catch a live music show at one of the many venues in town. No matter what you're looking for in a vacation, Gulf Shores has something to offer. So come on down and relax in the Alabama sunshine!
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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- No smoking - No pets - Quiet hours are from 10PM - 9AM - No parties - Renter must be 25 years old and staying onsite - Boat launch has a ma...

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Wade Ward Nature Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Shrimpy's Mini Golf - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gulf State Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bonnie Dune - Waterfront Retreat for 8 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bonnie Dune - Waterfront Retreat for 8?

As of May 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bonnie Dune - Waterfront Retreat for 8 on Aug 22, 2026 start from $265, 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 Bonnie Dune - Waterfront Retreat for 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bonnie Dune - Waterfront Retreat for 8?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bonnie Dune - Waterfront Retreat for 8 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park and Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf State Park is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, well stocked, great location to everything. We loved it, the kids loved it, couldn’t have asked for a better place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bill E.

Great location, the kids want to go back next year.

Great location, the kids want to go back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
Great to hear Bill, I hope the parents enjoyed it too! We look forward to having you back again! David & Paula
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Perfect cottage for a relaxing vacation.

We really enjoyed our stay and plan to book again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
Laura, We're so happy you enjoyed your visit and we look forward to having you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Great Stay

We enjoyed being so close to the water. It was easy to access the beach and great views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 28, 2020
Thanks Kelly, So glad you had such an enjoyable time! We look forward to your next visit! David
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren I.

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

Great house

We enjoyed our stay very much. House was perfect and in a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 7, 2021
Darren, It was a pleasure having you and we are so glad you had such a great vacation! David and Paula
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bonnie Dune was great.

We loved our stay!
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 7, 2020
So glad you had a good stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie R.

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

Family Vacation

What a great house with an amazing outdoor space! We loved our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2023
Jeanie, Thank You! So glad you had a great stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janelle R.

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

Great time!

We stayed at Bonnie Dune and loved it! The hosts were great and the house was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

William B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay!

We enjoyed our time at Bonnie Dune. House was very well equipped for our two week stay. The location is good. Views off the deck are gorgeous! You overlook the lagoon and have beautiful sunsets. We would stay again if we are ever back in Gulf Shores.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 9, 2025
William, I'm so glad you had such a wonderful stay in Gulf Shores and that you enjoyed being at Bonnie Dune! We look forward to having you back on your next visit! David
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri P.

Awesome location!

We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim A.

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

!

Great property and location. We’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 17, 2025
Thanks Tim! So glad you enjoyed it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

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

Great place!

Everything was as advertised. We had a great time staying at this house in Gulf Shores.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 19, 2020
Thanks Paul, So glad you and your family had a good stay! David
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

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

Excellent vacation

We had a great time! The house was fully loaded with everything we could need and was in a great location!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 2, 2021
Pamela, We are so glad you had a great stay! We try to make the house as comfortable as possible for our guests! We look forward to seeing you again in the future! David & Paula
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathrina O.

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

Week of relaxation

Great location, quiet cul-de-sac off the lagoon, lots of amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dena W.

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

This place was so beautiful and the location was amazing

Amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2023
Thank You Dena! We try to make Bonnie Dune a very special place for our guests to enjoy!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

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

Bonnie Dune was perfect!! The location and anything you needed was provided!

Amazing and easy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 15, 2021
So glad you all had a wonderful time at Bonnie Dune! We look forward to having you stay again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Beach Trip

Had a great visit. Loved mornings on the back porch and sunsets in the evening!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
Karen, So glad you enjoyed your time at Bonnie Dune! We look forward to having you back again in the future! David and Paula
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

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

Perfect Vacation House

My family and I stayed at Bonnie Dunne for a week and we were so happy with our stay! The cottage was clean, comfortable, and bright. Location was perfect for us, just minutes to the beach, stores, and restaurants. We definitely would like to vacation here in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 29, 2020
Megan, So glad you enjoyed your stay at Bonnie Dune! We absolutely love to share the location and experience with our guests! We look forward to having you stay at Bonnie Dune again. David and Paula Roberts
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jason O.

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

Sun and Fish

Bonnie dune is a great place to do some fishing and enjoy the beach as well! We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

krisha h.

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

Charming place

Lots of room for friends . Loved the backyard beach.
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 3, 2020
Thanks! Hope to see you again when there's not a hurricane bearing down on Gulf Shores! David
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle C.

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

Peaceful Visit

We enjoyed our time at Bonnie Dune. The sunset from the back deck is amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KELLY S.

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

Great location

We stayed for Shrimp Festival. Second time renting this house because it’s walking distance to Hang Out. House is clean and very comfortable. Plus it has its own little beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2023
Kelly, So glad you were able to stay with us again and that you had such an enjoyable time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vickie G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bonnie Dune

We enjoyed our stay it was close to a lot of stores and restaurants.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

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

Relaxing

Nice get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 31, 2024
Anthony, So glad you could stay at Bonnie Dune again and happy you had a nice getaway! David
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

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

Great time at Bonnie Dunes

Had everything you would need. Quiet and peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on May 21, 2020
Thank you Brenda! We strive to make everything as nice as possible for our guests and to make sure everything is available to make your stay as stress free as possible! So glad you enjoyed it!

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