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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Explore the area
Gulf Shores, AL
Fort Morgan Beach
Place, Fort Morgan Beach
5 min walk
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
2 min drive
Kiva Dunes Golf Course
Place, Kiva Dunes Golf Course
3 min drive
Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
75 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Twin Beds
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
As seen on HGTV's My Lottery Dream Home! Gulf front home 3BR/3BA.
This home, completed in 2006, is situated directly on the ocean along Alabama's coast. It offers vacationers the best there is to enjoy a quiet, relaxed time on the beach. The home was the featured home on HGTV's My Lottery Dream Home Season 1, Episode 9. The home has been specifically designed to cater to all those little things you would have wanted in order to provide for a hassle free time on the beach--including deck chairs, beach towels, and all the basic kitchen amenities.
The home consists of 3 bedrooms ( 1 king, 1 queen, 2 twins). There is also a queen sleeper sofa in the living room. There are 2 baths inside (1 with shower, 1 with tub/shower combo). An outdoor bath and shower is located on the lower deck. It is fully private and has both hot and cold water.
There is a TV located in each bedroom and also in the living room. Wifi is also provided. A DVD player is located in the living room, and a sampling of movies is provided.
The home features open plan living, with the kitchen, living, and dining all composing one large room with a commanding view of the ocean. Dolphins can often been seen right from this room.
Off of this main living area, you will find a large deck overlooking the ocean which is perfect for lounging and watching the waves. Rocking chairs and lounge chairs are provided, along with a picnic table. A portion of the deck is covered, so it can be enjoyed even in the heat of the day. A staircase off of the deck leads you right down to the beach--with no walkways or boardwalks to cross. It is truly beachfront.
Mainstay Cottage is rented on a weekly basis most of the year with turn over days on Saturday only. It is rented on a monthly basis December through February. Check in is 3 pm and check out is 9 am.
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No college student renters allowed.
No parties or events--this includes Spring Break trips and weddings.
Children are welcome, but please know that house is not baby-proofed (no outlet covers, no cabinet locks, etc.)
Important information
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Property # 816319
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
About the neighborhood
Gulf Shores
Located in Gulf Highlands, a neighborhood in Gulf Shores, this vacation home is near a water park and on the beach. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary and Billy's Seafood are also worth visiting. With kayaking, snorkeling, and parasailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
Fort Morgan - 15 min drive - 16.9 km
Gulf Shores Beach - 18 min drive - 28.6 km
Getting around
Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 88 min drive
Restaurants
Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - 9 min drive
Sassy Bass - 5 min drive
Jesse’s On The Bay - 8 min drive
Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - 4 min drive
The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is As seen on HGTV's My Lottery Dream Home! Gulf front home 3BR/3BA. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at As seen on HGTV's My Lottery Dream Home! Gulf front home 3BR/3BA.?
As of May 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at As seen on HGTV's My Lottery Dream Home! Gulf front home 3BR/3BA. on Aug 15, 2026 start from $536, 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 As seen on HGTV's My Lottery Dream Home! Gulf front home 3BR/3BA.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at As seen on HGTV's My Lottery Dream Home! Gulf front home 3BR/3BA.?
Check-out is at 9:00 AM.
Where is As seen on HGTV's My Lottery Dream Home! Gulf front home 3BR/3BA. located?
Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Highlands vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour Bay. Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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2nd time staying here. The best choice! Pete is so easy to communicate with and the house has everything you need for a beach trip. Will be back again!
We had such a lovely stay at the Mainstay Cottage. It is a really nice beach home with a gorgeous view. The host was very responsive and even ordered a new stove when the handle on the original one wasn’t attached on both sides. The kitchen was very well-equipped with everything a person would need, and the furniture and beds were comfortable. We would definitely stay again and highly recommend it!
Our vacation at Mainstay Cottage was phenomenal. Unobstructed, serene views of the Gulf, private beach, wonderfully spacious and clean home, fully stocked kitchen, home just as described - these are just a few of the many things that made our week so special. Stepping out right onto the beach any time we wanted was incredible. We enjoyed long walks along the water, swimming in the Gulf, coffee/tea on the deck, and gorgeous sunrises and sunsets. It was the best, most soul nourishing, time away our family has ever had, one we will remember forever.Pete was a fantastic communicator throughout the entire booking and preparation process. He sent us regular updates as we got closer to the time of our stay and made sure we had everything we needed. He was extremely kind all along. Many thanks again. Mainstay Cottage is a precious gem.
Location.. location…location… Hubby loved the covered garage… Blue Angels practicing was a huge bonus!!! Deck was amazing and plenty of beach supplies handy… Everything you need!! We will be back
My wife and I had a wonderful time at Mainstay Cottage, this home was spotless upon arrival, easy access to the beach. Pete was a great communicator throughout the process, we will definitely be back again, highly recommend.
This was our second visit to Mainstay!We love everything about this house. EVERYTHING is top notch. The house is beautiful and well maintained. The views are amazing!It’s, by far, the best beach house we have rented! Pete does a great job communicating!
Mainstay Beach House is the perfect house! It is steps from the water with beautiful views from the balcony. This house has everything one could need for a relaxing vacation, beach chairs, umbrellas, floats, beach toys for children, etc. The house was immaculate and the kitchen has everything one could need. The owner was quick to respond and checked on us during our week. Mainstay is a slice of heaven in Ft. Morgan.
Our first family beach vacation couldn’t have been better anywhere else. The house was amazing and had everything we needed. Can’t wait to come back again and make some more memories!
We had a wonderful week!! The house met every expectation! It was spotless when we arrived. Location to the beach was just a few steps. We lived on the outside deck overlooking the beach. Just a wonderful week. We plan to come back