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Beachfront Renovated Condo | Walkable to Dining, Shopping, & Family Fun! | Pool

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Spectacular gulf front balcony view
Large balcony w/new polywood furniture
Another view from private balcony
Top-notch renovations include fresh paint, new ceiling, baseboards, doors, remodeled bathrooms, plus more!
Welcome to Southern Sands 306!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Beachfront Renovated Condo | Walkable to Dining, Shopping, & Family Fun! | Pool

Gulf Front, Close to Town; Ultra Low-Density on the Beach; Only 18 Condos!.

Welcome to Southern Sands 306!

NEW 43" SMART TV in Living Room, with SMART TVs in each bedroom too - NETFLIX, Vudu, HULU, etc with your account!

2025 renovations- New LR furniture, new premium Polywood hightop deck furniture!! Prior years updates: Fresh Paint throughout, remodeled bathrooms, new baseboard & doors, new plumbing, customizing bedroom closets, master bedroom now has direct access to bathroom, plus more!!**

Southern Sands is now entirely SMOKE-FREE; there is a covered, designated smoking area next to the BBQ area. No smoking allowed anywhere else, including balconies.

Direct gulf front condo with panoramic views of the sparkling gulf water and sugar white sand beach. 2Br/2Ba, 3rd floor condo on scenic West Beach in Gulf Shores. Condo size is approx. 1,000 SqFt.

The well-appointed kitchen includes all appliances, a single & 12-cup coffee maker, and all the essentials. Ample granite counter space with newly installed backsplash and over-the-counter microwave.

Southern Sands is a low density complex - only 18 units - that is directly on the beach, and easy walking distance to the center of town! Island Outfitters, Lauria's, & High Tide directly across the street. Ice cream/snowcone/deli store is a block!

Recently replaced sleeper sofa and living room furniture plus new Smart TVs with Netflix, HULU, etc (user account required). Tap to Connect Wifi block in the kitchen!

Continually updated, this direct gulf front condo is fully tiled with bright decor. This condo has a private double-sized balcony directly on the beach and gulf w/great pool viewing also. Condo has all appliances, whirlpool tub in hall bath, ice maker, CableTV(3), DVD, CD-Stereo. Complex includes Elevator, BBQ grilling area, full size Washer/Dryer available - credit/debit card service on each floor ($1.50/cycle). Free WiFi included. Parking Permits are $42/ea(2 MAX). Parking Permits are $52/ea(2 MAX) during Hangout Festival.

E-thermostat allows cooling to 70 deg - system disable w balcony door open > 5min.. Tampering with system is a guest charge.

Bedding is:
Master: Queen
Bedroom 2: 2 Twins
Sleeper Sofa: Queen

Approx Area: 1,000 Sq Ft

Gulf Shores Alabama Beach Front Vacation Rentals hosted by Gulfsands. Please call or book online for reservations today.

Monthly stays are from the 1st of the month to the 1st of the next month. We do not prorate our rates.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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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
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Renter/occupant min age 25 years;must stay in unit

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1264477vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore The Wharf. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wade Ward Nature Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gulf State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Waterville USA - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachfront Renovated Condo | Walkable to Dining, Shopping, & Family Fun! | Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront Renovated Condo | Walkable to Dining, Shopping, & Family Fun! | Pool?

As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront Renovated Condo | Walkable to Dining, Shopping, & Family Fun! | Pool on 15 Aug 2026 start from £175, 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 Beachfront Renovated Condo | Walkable to Dining, Shopping, & Family Fun! | Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beachfront Renovated Condo | Walkable to Dining, Shopping, & Family Fun! | Pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Renovated Condo | Walkable to Dining, Shopping, & Family Fun! | Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Beachfront Renovated Condo | Walkable to Dining, Shopping, & Family Fun! | Pool located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

trent c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in a great location. Was excellent stay for a last minute booking on the Gulf of America. Would definitely stay here again and will be looking for this property when booking next year's trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh P.

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

Wonderful stay

We enjoyed our stay so much that we added an extra day to our stay! Great location! It had everything we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2025
Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay so much that you extended your time with us! With the great location and all the essentials at your fingertips, we’re so happy we could help create that kind of experience. Can’t wait to host you again for even more memories that you’ll cherish
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

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

Great location!

Great location! Loved the beach access! Perfect place for our family vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

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

Family trip

Great beach access, quiet complex, clean, enjoed pool and easy access to restaurants and other attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
Thanks for the fantastic review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the beach access, peaceful atmosphere, and convenience of nearby attractions. It sounds like the pool and local dining spots made your family trip even better. We hope to welcome you all back soon for another relaxing getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

johnny h.

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

close to everything

great location. short walk to beach. one of the best condos we have stayed in.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2024
Thanks for the glowing review! I’m thrilled to hear you loved the location—being just a short walk from the beach is definitely our style. 🌊 We aim to be one of the best condos you’ve stayed in, so hearing that from you is like music to my ears! If you’re ready for another round of sun and fun, you know where to find us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell P.

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

Great for Ocean View and Beach Access

The location and view couldn't better. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are glad to know you enjoyed Southern Sands 306. It's our goal to consistently deliver the best vacation rentals in our area, and it's gratifying to know we hit our mark. Please let us know next time you come to town, so we can deliver another 5-star experience!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennie W.

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

Great Condo!

Exactly as described. Perfect for spring break trip with 2 teenagers. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2025
We’re over the moon that Southern Sands 306 was the perfect sanctuary for your spring break getaway—like the calm before the perfect wave, everything lined up just right for your family to ride the tide of fun and relaxation. 🏖️✨ It’s a joy to hear that it made your trip one for the books! We can’t wait to welcome you back and help make more waves of unforgettable memories!
Verified

8/10 Good

Casey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed it!

The place was right on the beach & a perfect size/place my family (4 of us). We will definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Hey Casey, thanks for the great review! Sounds like it was the perfect spot for you and your family! Please let us know how to change your 4-star into a 5-star experience!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

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

Great stay in a great location!

Great location with great views. Easy walk to the Hangout and restaurants, stores. And about a 15 minute drive to Orange Beach. We stayed over Spring Break and wasn't overly busy, but wasn't overly warm either. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Great location and homey place to stay

Perfect place to stay right on the beach. Condo was great and perfect for our family. Very nice and well kept. We will probably come back to this one again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul 2024
Great to hear and thrilled to know of your enjoyment. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LINDA D.

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

Loved!

Will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2024
Wow, thank you for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you loved your stay and that you'll be coming back. Your enthusiasm just made our day! Looking forward to hosting you again and creating more memorable experiences. If there’s anything specific you’d like for your next visit, just let us know!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodney T.

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

Southern Sands 306

Great location and property.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thanks for the great review, you were the perfect guests and are welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

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

Nice place

Wish I could have a do over of the stay as the 3 flights of stairs were brutal and I didn’t realize there was an elevator until the day we left HAH! Nice view from the balcony. My only complaint is the balcony furniture is very uncomfortable and the master bed is very squeaky.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor D.

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

Enjoyable

Very enjoyable. Have stayed at Southern Sands for over 25 years. So close and easy to get to everything- especially the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Great to hear, hope to have you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juanita M.

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

Great beach getaway

G
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alena J.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in

Nice location

The location of the property is very good. Our check in was late which is a big deal if you've been driving all day:(
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thank you for leaving a review. We are glad to know you enjoyed the location! We appreciate your feedback as it helps us to improve. It's our goal to consistently deliver the best vacation rentals, in prime locations, at a fair rate. We look forward to your upcoming stay to deliver a proper 5-star experience.
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa H.

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

Great Location

We enjoyed our stay at Gulfsands. Very relaxing and had everything we needed. There was an issue with an appliance but they fixed it in a matter of hours. Super nice people.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

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

Quality

Good location and decent features in condo
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Hi Daniel, thanks for the great review! You were the perfect guests and welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph F.

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

Beautiful view

This is a small group of houses in the middle of a larger group of buildings so the pool wasn’t so busy located on the beach so it was easy to move back and forth. All located near just about anything you wanted. Very beautiful, very clean, this is the place you would want for your own place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2024
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the serene pool and convenient beach access—sounds like you found the perfect spot to unwind and explore. We agree, it’s a pretty special place, and we're thrilled it felt like a home away from home for you. If you ever need another retreat, we’d love to welcome you back! 🌟🏝️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicki S.

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

Awesome!

Overall a really wonderful condo with a fabulous view of the beach and ocean. My only complaint was that the linens smelled musty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Hi Nicki, thanks for the fabulous review! We strive for 5's! Our bedding is equipped with triple sheeting, so this creates a clean bed with every stay. Clean sheets are replaced at every cleaning, please let us know while you are here if you encounter any items, thanks again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

janice m.

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

Great Condo !!!

We stayed in unit #306 over Labor Day weekend 2024 and really enjoyed it. We loved everything about this place. The only thing we saw that needed attention was the Queen bed, it needs replacing. We will ask for this unit in the future. Thank you for letting us enjoy your condo !!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2024
Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great time in unit #306 over Labor Day weekend and enjoyed everything about the place. We appreciate your feedback about the Queen bed. Comfort levels can be quite subjective, and what works for one person might not be perfect for another. Rest assured, we’ll definitely pass your comments on to the owner and have it on their radar for future upgrades. We’re delighted that you plan to request this unit again. Thanks again for choosing our condo, and we look forward to hosting you on your next visit!
Verified

8/10 Good

Seth S.

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

Great place to stay for a family of 5 clean, close to good food and entertainment walk to the beach

Had a great stay. Was clean a minute or two walk to the beach. Communication with property management was clear. Will definitely be back it was perfect for my family of 5. They only complaint I would have is that you had to keep adjusting the thermostat it was set on a program time and temp would have to cut it down to the desired temperature about 3 times a day would give it 4.5 stars out of 5 everything else was great other than the cleaning crew got there about 30 mins early on the last day and we felt rushed to leave
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa M.

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

Spring break!

Great location right on the beach and a small walk from all the shops, ice cream and restaurants! #306 has an amazing view beach front view, pictures don’t do it justice. Our condo was the perfect size for me, my husband and our 14 and 15 year old boys. We loved that it was a “smaller” unit of 18 condos and not a packed high rise hotel. If we come back to Gulf Shores we will definitely be staying at Southern Sands again! I recommend it to everyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2024
Thanks so much for the great review! The location, view, and unit upgrades are awesome! Hope to see you back again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi T.

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

Weekend Get Away

If you’re looking for a little place to comfortably sleep & shower with cold AC, on the beach, this is it. It’s so nice to be at a smaller venue with less competition for a dip in the pool/parking, etc. The wide balcony stretches across two rooms (the living room and one bedroom) and is one of the best in this complex. It has places for 6 people to enjoy morning coffee or a last call nightcap. I would definitely rent this place again with a small group. Perfect for a weekend get away for two couples and a guest or two who don’t mind a pull out bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled that our place was perfect for your weekend getaway. It’s great to hear that the beachside location, spacious balcony, and comfortable amenities made your stay enjoyable. We’re especially glad you appreciated the less crowded feel of our smaller venue and the convenience of the pool and parking. Your detailed feedback about the balcony and the setup for small groups is much appreciated. We’d love to welcome you and your group back anytime for another relaxing stay. Thanks again for the kind words!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

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

Perfect oceanfront condo...

I've stayed at this complex before, so knew it was a low-density condo with absolutely amazing oceanfront views. And, with this stay, we were not disappointed. The condo was VERY clean and had everything we needed for a short stay. The location is ideal, we could walk to almost everything. The only drawback was the check-in process for this unit. We had to stop at a building on the way in to town to pick up a check-in packet, which was an inconvenience. Since parking passes can be left in the unit, there is a keypad entry, and we used the VRBO app to reserve the condo, I'm not sure why it was necessary to pick up a parking pass and a piece of paper with our code on it. But, it was a small inconvenience to stay at a great condo!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Hi Jennifer, thanks for your review. We are happy to know you enjoyed the cleanliness, location, & it had everything you needed! The office is located 1.7 miles from Southern Sands and we provide the check-in instructions in advance so all guests know what to expect. The parking permits cannot be left in the unit and the housekeepers are not responsible for that. It is a short and simple stop before heading to the vacation home! This unit is equipped with keyless entry so there are no keys to return upon departure. Simply follow the provided self-checkout instructions and head on home, no stopping by the office (no keys to return, making it a breeze). We have no way to provide parking permits or info without the guests stopping by to pick up their packet. It is easy. We hope to see you back again soon!

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