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Short Walk to Beach with A Bay View in Heritage Shores, 3/2

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Exterior
Beautiful sunsets of the Gulf from our back deck. No filters.
One of two pools.
Pool
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check out the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Popular LocationFort Morgan Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationFort Morgan8 min drive
  • Popular LocationKiva Dunes Golf Course8 min drive
  • AirportPensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)88 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

Guest Room 1

Master

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Short Walk to Beach with A Bay View in Heritage Shores, 3/2

"Keys to the Beach" is a beautifully decorated, comfortable 3/2 raised beach house with a fully loaded kitchen, 5 TV's, cable, internet in the wonderful 39 home beach community of Heritage Shores with 2 pools, tennis and basketball...all in a 3 minute walk to beach access to the pristine and pet friendly Ft. Morgan beach and a view of the bay from the back deck. You'll notice our extra attention to details in everything from quality linens, generous check in supplies, covered downstairs lounge area, beach supplies, abundance of kitchen utensils, paper towels, napkins and condiments and lots of personal contact from your host to provide you with everything you need to know or want to ask about the area. This is "island life" away from high rises and high density areas but with several close restaurants, convenience store shopping and still 20-25 minutes from the mainstream Gulf Shores area...perfect combination of relaxation and convenience. The master has a king bed and on suite bathroom. Other bedrooms have a king and two double bed, sharing the hall bath. The dining room table seats 8 with room for another 3 more at the large kitchen island. Large 52" living room TV with a 42" in each bedroom. Roku TV downstairs in furnished bonus area. West facing back deck is perfect for viewing remarkable sunsets. Fort Morgan also is a favorite place for fishermen. At the end of the street in front is the glorious Gulf of Mexico with beach access slightly to the East, a very short walk even for kids! It's a great family resort area that makes people come back year after year! We fell in love with it there because it really does feel "special" to not be sardined into a high rise, wait for elevators but have a full and expansive view of the beach and the sky without interruption instead. Under the house is another seating area we call the "Mermaid Lounge", furnished and decorated, which is great for conversation while using the grill, playing corn hole or electronic darts for some good family time. There is also ping pong and air hockey as well as Roku TV. We have had nothing but compliments on the house and locations. See our Facebook page for pictures and events in the area, and a couple of reviews from 2019 are also copied below.
Our 5 star VRBO reviews speak for themselves! We work to provide you with the best and most personal feeling atmosphere for your vacation as compared to sterile and generic rental machine condos. We use our own house and know what needs to be done to keep it top notch and be on top of maintenance! I will personally be in contact with each of my guests before your arrival and available to you during your stay, and I require personal communication between us before your check in to give a you few specific instructions about the house.

"We had a wonderful time! There were a lot of little and big touches that made it so comfortable to stay (kid level hooks, comfortable beds, generously sized TV's with popular channels). The location is perfect with easy beach access and wonderful views. It was nice and quiet sitting out back or we could sit out front and watch the kids play basketball .The outdoor shower area was great for rinsing off and the seating downstairs was a great place to dry off after a walk on the beach! The decor was beautiful and really made us feel like a welcome guest in a home vs a sterile hotel room."
Michelle from Tennessee


"Just left this beautiful rental today. So much to do. The owner, Marcia, is also VERY helpful. We LOVED & enjoyed our stay at #keystothebeach. Hope we get to come back one day."
Tellina W. from Texas

"absolutely loved everything about it. I don’t think there’s anything I could suggest to do different. It was clean and inviting right away. We were very comfortable and will definitely rent from you again in the future!!"
Angie G. from Nashville, TN

Security Cameras Outside on Premises Outdoors

***5 NIGHT MINIMUM RENTAL IN SEASON

Property manager

Marcia Picha Keys
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Beach view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Fee $150 prior approval required.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets permitted with prior approval and fee. Minimum 5 days in season.
Compliance with all Heritage Shores HOA rules posted in the house. This is a family neighborhood, no college rentals. Minimum age 30. Pet fee.
Adults and Families only. Anyone renting in violation of the family/adult restrictions will be asked to leave immediately with no refunds.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this vacation home is near the beach. Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Zooland Mini Golf and Waterville USA. Traveling with kids? Consider The Track Family Recreation Center and Pirate's Island Adventure Golf. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, water tubing and motor boating adventures can be found near the property.
Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 3 min walk
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 2 min drive
  • Fort Morgan - 8 min drive
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 8 min drive
  • Dauphin Island Sea Lab Estuarium - 46 min drive

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sassy Bass Market Place - 9 min drive
  • Tacky Jacks - 2 min drive
  • The Village Hideaway - 8 min drive
  • Coast Restaurant - 8 min drive
  • Gulfside Bar and Grill - 9 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Fort Morgan Property
This property is by far one of the best we have stayed at. We were literally minutes from the beach, seconds away from the pools, and clubhouse. The host is amazing. She was always available to answer any questions we had. The house was very clean and well stocked. 10 out of 10. We cant wait to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really comfortable house
This place was great! It was a 5 minute walk to the MOST beautiful beach. The house includes a lot of thoughtful details (throw blankets, comfortable furniture, condiments, etc.) and was a great place for our family. We used the kitchen a lot and had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Property
This is our second time at this property. What a GEM!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Wonderful Vacation!
Our family of 7 enjoyed our Fort Morgan- 9 day Thanksgiving vacation so, so much! The weather was mostly good and the pools, tennis courts, house and beaches were spectacular! The owners of this house were attentive, generous and incredible to work with! We are happy with our choice and will be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful relaxation
Loved all the amenities Loved rec area under the house Loved being near beach access No one liked the mattresses would benefit from being replaced The host provided a well appointed home
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Marcia Picha Keys

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We are starting our 4th year as hosts of Keys to the Beach and I'm personally involved with each of our guests prior to check in to answer questions and personally welcome you to our house. I enjoy overseeing the details that will make your stay at KTTB over and above the average beach rental house. We have more amenities that most competition offers including spices in the kitchen, good quality linens for bedrooms and baths, a "complete' kitchen with lots of utensils and cookware. Kleenex and air fresheners in the bathrooms and things that make you feel right at home, not in a rental!

Why they chose this property

We rented condos for years all along the Florida panhandle and the Alabama coast. When it was time to purchase a home for ourselves, we decided we wanted a place with room to stretch out, not be sandwiched in. The openness of the views out on Fort Morgan appealed to us...it looks like a scene from a movie! And we love watching the sky and the weather in full view, not bits and pieces. It's quiet, peaceful and relaxing but not far from action if that's what you want. The beaches are less crowded, and it's a place to enjoy some personal space when you're on vacation, not be in the crowd. I think this will appeal to adults and families who want a beautiful beach experience in a beach community environment of pastel homes and blue sky and water. Have the feel of staying in a personal residence instead of the sterile environment and the sparse decorating and supplies of a strictly rental condo, house or a hotel. We have personally selected items in the house to accent the beach theme in art and accents.

What makes this property unique

Skip the crowds, the generic pictures on the walls, the entry level bedding and have a fully supplied kitchen including spices. No waiting for elevators or looking for parking with convenient parking under the house. Trash Can Express rolls out your trash cans from under the house and returns them after trash pick up.

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