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JULY 11-18 Available! Beachfront Fort Morgan Home Sleeps 16 PrivPool & PrivBeach

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16ft. Dining table!
Pool
The view from the beach looking at our house!  New pool is on the right side!
Large fully loaded kitchen with 2 refrigerators and an under counter ice maker!
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 162030 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Loft Bedroom

4 Twin Beds

NE Bed Room (Primary 2)

1 Queen Bed

NW Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

SE Bedroom (Primary 1)

1 King Bed

SW Bedroom (Bunk Room)

2 Twin Bunk Beds and 2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

NE Primary 2 Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

SE Primary 1 Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

West Hall Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

JULY 11-18 Available! Beachfront Fort Morgan Home Sleeps 16 PrivPool & PrivBeach

Wake up to dolphins in the surf. Fall asleep to the sound of Gulf waves. Welcome to The Salty Pelican Tuex — a true Gulf-front showstopper on the Fort Morgan Peninsula that was featured on HGTV's Beach Hunters, and once you arrive, you'll understand why.

This isn't just a beach house. It's your group's private coastal headquarters — 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, sleeping up to 16, with your own private pool, your own private beach (we own from the house all the way to the shoreline!), and a massive beachfront deck with unobstructed Gulf views. No crowded public access. No neighbors crowding your towels. Just wide, unspoiled, natural beach that's all yours.

— THE SPACE —
Step through the front door and straight into the ultimate gathering place. Walls of windows frame the Gulf like a living painting. The open-concept living and kitchen area is where your crew will spend most of their time — and they won't want to leave. We're talking a giant sectional sofa, a 75" Sony 4K Smart TV with YouTube TV, free high-speed Wi-Fi, and a chef-worthy kitchen loaded with quartz countertops, two full-size refrigerators, an under-counter ice machine, and everything you need to cook big group meals in style. Dining table seats your whole crew. The good times practically organize themselves.

— BEDROOMS & SLEEPING —
5 bedrooms, 3 baths, sleeping up to 16 — and every room has a story.

On the east side of the home, you'll find two private ensuite primary bedrooms. The first is beachfront, with French doors that open directly onto the deck — wake up, step outside, and breathe in the Gulf before you've even had your coffee. The second primary ensuite sits just across the hall, offering comfort and privacy without the beachfront exposure.

On the west side, a beachfront bunk room with its own French doors to the deck is a perennial guest favorite — Gulf views, sea breeze, and that sound of the waves all night. Also on this side: a comfortable guest bedroom and a shared hall bathroom.

Tucked above it all is the loft — reached by a spiral staircase in the kitchen, with 4 built-in twin beds and elevated views of the beach and Gulf. Kids claim it immediately. Adults quietly wish they could too.

All bedrooms have 55" Smart TVs with YouTube TV, plus easy login for your own private accounts for Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and more.

— OUTDOOR LIVING —
This is where The Salty Pelican Tuex truly shines.

The expansive beachfront deck is your outdoor living room — breezy, sun-soaked, and built for doing absolutely nothing productive. And now, right there on the deck overlooking the Gulf, you'll find your private pool. Added in March 2025, it's the newest feature of the house and already one of the most loved. Unheated and ready for a dip, it's the perfect spot to cool off between beach sessions while never losing sight of those Gulf views. There is simply no better backdrop for a pool day.

When you're ready to hit the sand, take your private steps directly down to the beach — your beach. Shell hunt, beachcomb for sea glass and driftwood, try your hand at shore fishing or evening crabbing. Watch dolphins ride the surf. Spot brown pelicans flying in low formation, blue herons picking along the shoreline, and seagulls doing what seagulls do. And if you time it right, you may catch the Blue Angels practicing maneuvers directly overhead — a jaw-dropping bonus that never gets old.

Fire up the charcoal grill for a cookout under the open sky. Beach chairs and beach toys are provided so you can pack lighter. Sunrises from this deck are spectacular. Sunsets are even better. And after dark, the stargazing out here is the kind that makes you feel small in the best possible way.

Additional outdoor features:
• Private pool on the beachfront deck (unheated, added March 2025)
• Private beach access via your own steps — from the house to the shoreline
• Charcoal barbecue grill
• Beach chairs and beach toys provided
• Tesla and EV charger
• Parking for up to 6 vehicles
— COMFORT & TECH —
We've thought of everything so you don't have to: 2 smart water heaters, 2 full HVAC systems with Reme Halo UV air purification, dehumidifiers throughout, a Tesla/EV charger, and parking for up to 6 vehicles. This home runs like a dream year-round.

— THE LOCATION —
The Fort Morgan Peninsula is one of the Gulf Coast's best-kept secrets — peaceful, natural, and surrounded by water on both sides (Gulf of Mexico and Mobile Bay). You're approximately 15 miles from Gulf Shores, where you'll find excellent dining, water sports rentals, world-class golf, shopping, and entertainment. Close enough for a great night out. Far enough that your beach feels like it belongs only to you.

Whether you're planning a multi-generational family reunion, a friend group getaway, a romantic couples' retreat, or a holiday celebration, The Salty Pelican Tuex delivers the kind of vacation people talk about for years. Every season has something magical — summer waves, fall birdwatching, winter solitude, spring wildflowers. This is a year-round destination.

We're a family from Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, and this home is our passion project. We've poured everything into making it the most comfortable, welcoming, well-equipped beach house on the Fort Morgan Peninsula. We can't wait to welcome you.

Your best beach vacation starts here. Book it before someone else does.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
We have games & beach toys for children.
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Events

No events allowed
Small weddings w/30 guests incl wedding party.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Due to allergies
Dispose of all trash in outside trash containers. Please be sure that all trash is placed in trash bags & tie them off so that trash is not blown out
Please return all items where you found them so that it is easy for others to locate.
Please do not move furniture or decor. We appreciate that you like the way your home is decorated, please do not redecorate our home.

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
Note from host: small weddings w/30 guests incl wedding party.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the beach. Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Gulf Shores Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary and Waterville USA. The Track Family Recreation Center and Pirate's Island Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fort Morgan - 6 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Gulf State Park - 21 min drive - 33.1 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 23 min drive - 34.9 km
  • The Park at OWA - 33 min drive - 51.1 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Bar @ The Beach Club - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does JULY 11-18 Available! Beachfront Fort Morgan Home Sleeps 16 PrivPool & PrivBeach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at JULY 11-18 Available! Beachfront Fort Morgan Home Sleeps 16 PrivPool & PrivBeach?

As of Apr 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at JULY 11-18 Available! Beachfront Fort Morgan Home Sleeps 16 PrivPool & PrivBeach on Jul 11, 2026 start from $1,620, 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 JULY 11-18 Available! Beachfront Fort Morgan Home Sleeps 16 PrivPool & PrivBeach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at JULY 11-18 Available! Beachfront Fort Morgan Home Sleeps 16 PrivPool & PrivBeach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at JULY 11-18 Available! Beachfront Fort Morgan Home Sleeps 16 PrivPool & PrivBeach?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is JULY 11-18 Available! Beachfront Fort Morgan Home Sleeps 16 PrivPool & PrivBeach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Edith Hammock are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful time staying in this beautiful beachfront home! We really enjoyed the pool on days when the water was rough.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Family Beach Vacation

The beach house was beautiful and very conveniently located. It was a few steps from the beach and the pool was a wonderful addition. The property owner was very quick to respond to any questions that we had. The beach was beautiful, clean, quiet, and family friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Craig T F.

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

family vacation

great place to stay and relax with the family
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnny C.

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

Family Beach Vacation 2025

The house was very nice and clean. Comfortable furnishings. Back deck and pool area is a great hangout for family fun. Loved being right on the beach! They had everything we needed to make our trip great.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

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

Always a treat, never disappoints!

This is the 2nd time we have stayed here with several family members and are already planning our next stay. The place is spotless, beautifully decorated, and you will want for nothing aside from the food you want to bring. The new pool is excellent as well. Looking forward to our next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Spring Break

Absolutely Amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherre H.

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

Family Trip

Enjoyed our stay at your beautiful house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William W.

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

We would have never left if it were up to me!

This is the perfect beach house. The house is incredibly well appointed. Open floor plan that makes the house seem ever bigger than described.Kitchen is perfect for a large group.The pool is much bigger than it looks in the pictures, the deck is great!We are booking this house again for next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

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

Can’t wait to go back!

Everything about this house was awesome! We hope to make this an annual trip!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER V.

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

Ft Morgan trip

Beautiful home in a beautiful location!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fran C.

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

Casey Family Beach Vacation

Loved the house and beachfront! Enjoyed having two refrigerators for our crowd and a well stocked kitchen. Rooms were large enough and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Prefect fall break

This house and beach are perfect for a fall break stay! There were 11 of us and we were perfectly comfortable! Everything we could need and the room setup was fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana A.

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

Excellent place to stay

Just a few steps away from your own personal beach. Owner answers every and any questions within minutes. Love this place. Will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lea B.

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

Dream vacation

This has been a bucket list vacation for yrs and finally booked it and was not disappointed. Hope to come back again sometime. The home was absolutely beautiful and comfortable for our family of 12.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kelli S.

Beautiful home!!

This place is perfect! The layout was awesome, we didnt run out of towels which we usually do everywhere we stay, the view is amazing. Having the beach as your back yard cant be beat. Loved it! Beautiful home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd K.

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

So Wonderful

This is our second time staying here. My family and I love this house so much. It's a beautiful home with plenty of room and it's right in beach. The property manager is so kind and easy to work with. Everything about of experience here was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

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

All family members reunion

Enjoyed the time together with family. The house was spacious enough for all. Kitchen adequate. Owner very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice M.

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

McNair First Annual Ft Morgan Vacay

This house is absolutely beautiful! The owners have made sure everything you could possibly need for a beach vacation has been provided and everything seems to be maintained very well. No complaints at all...we all had an amazing time!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily P.

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

Best house in Fort Morgan

I have stayed in Fort Morgan every summer for 15 years or more. This was by far the best place. The House is beautiful. Well equipped with everything you need. Thank you so much for sharing this little piece of heaven Shae!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jamie c.

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

GREAT TIME

Really enjoyed the quiet setting this place had to offer. The beach was not overflowing with multiple people and there was not the bustle of the big city. People were friendly and Fort Morgan was great. The home was wonderful and well stocked, communication with the owners were great. Thank you for a wonderful time
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Just as amazing as the first time

This was our second trip to the Salty Pelican Tuex. We absolutely love the location and the house. We have a large group of 3 families and the space is all we need. Great location away from it all but just a quick drive away. The owners are very accomodating and easy to reach. Thanks again Shae!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick T.

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

Incredible experience

This house is truly magnificent and is well cared for. It is stocked with everything you could possibly need. The owners were extremely responsive. The beach is beautiful and private. 2 refrigerators were so helpful with our crew. Hope to come again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha K.

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

Want to come again!

We loved the quiet, peaceful atmosphere of the location, and the ease and beauty of the home. It is steps from the beach, which made the back and forth with babies very easy. The home was well stocked with kitchen appliances, games, blankets, towels, and beach supplies! The host responded immediately every time and was so kind. It was a wonderful vacation for us and we hope to come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsi J.

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

Wedding—⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

We had a very small intimate wedding at this location and it could not have been more perfect!! The view, as well as the interior were absolutely beautiful. I think the pictures don’t do the house enough justice because it is gorgeous! Host was very friendly and informative. Would definitely recommend this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Shae Murders

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We're a big, loud, fun-loving family originally from New Orleans and now call Bay St. Louis, Mississippi home — and we live for the Gulf Coast. The Fort Morgan Peninsula is our happy place, our escape, and the backdrop for some of our best memories. We got into hosting because we genuinely love sharing this magical stretch of beach with people who appreciate it as much as we do.

We've put serious thought and care into every detail of The Salty Pelican Tuex — from the kitchen setup (because feeding a crowd is half the fun) to the air purification systems (because comfort matters). Our goal is simple: for your group to walk in, feel completely at home, and never want to leave.

We're responsive, real, and always a quick message away if you need anything. We also have a maintenance team on standby for any issues that come up during your stay. You're in good hands — now go enjoy that beach.

Why they chose this property

Fort Morgan chose us, honestly. The first time we drove out to the peninsula and saw that wide, uncrowded, natural beach — no grooming machines, no packed rows of umbrellas, just raw Gulf Coast beauty — we were hooked. As New Orleans natives, we know a thing or two about lively, crowded, wonderful chaos. Fort Morgan is the perfect antidote.

What we love most: mornings on the deck with coffee and dolphins. Evenings with a glass of wine and a sunset that stops you mid-sentence. The sound of waves that puts you to sleep better than anything else. The pelicans flying in low formation right off the deck. And the fact that you can spend an entire week here and never feel like you've seen it all.

Gulf Shores is just 15 miles away for dining, nightlife, golf, and water sports — but Fort Morgan keeps you grounded in something quieter and more beautiful. Once you visit, you'll be planning your return before you even check out.

What makes this property unique

Four things set The Salty Pelican Tuex apart from every other beach rental on the Gulf Coast — and honestly, any one of them alone would be enough.

First: we own the beach. From our house all the way to the shoreline — it's private. No public access, no strangers wandering through, no competition for your patch of sand. That's rare and it's real.

Second: that deck. Our oversized beachfront deck is an absolute showstopper — wide, breezy, and positioned perfectly for unobstructed Gulf views from every angle. Sunrise on the left, sunset on the right, dolphins straight ahead. It's the first thing that made us fall in love with this house, and it never gets old.

Third: the pool — right there on the deck. Added in March 2025, our private pool sits on the beachfront deck with nothing but the Gulf in front of it. Cool off, float around, and take in those views without ever leaving the deck. A private pool with a beachfront backdrop is something truly special, and there's nothing else like it on Fort Morgan.

Fourth: the gathering room. With a full wall of windows overlooking the beach and ocean, this is where the magic happens. Big groups find their way here every time — talking, laughing, cooking, watching the waves. It's not just a living room. It's the heart of the best vacation your group has ever taken. Come experience it for yourself.

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