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Heart of Gulf Shores | Beach Front Condo | My Beach Getaways

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Cozy Living Area with Queen Size Sleeper Sofa and Access to Private Balcony facing the Gulf
Private Balcony facing the Gulf
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Primary Bedroom with Queen Size Bed and ensuite bathroom
View from Private Patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6735 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Waterville USA
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Guest Room

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Private Primary Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Heart of Gulf Shores | Beach Front Condo | My Beach Getaways

Special Offer for Extended Stays (Nov-Feb):

Enjoy automatic discounts on stays of 28-30 days for the months of November through February! The longer you stay, the more you save—no need for extra codes or hassle. Book now to take advantage of our special extended-stay pricing and experience the beauty of the Gulf Coast this winter!

You'll feel right at home in this beautiful 2 Bedroom | 2 Bath Beach Front condo that comfortably sleeps up to 6 and is located on the 1st Floor of Island Shores Condominiums in the heart of Gulf Shores, Alabama. This spacious beachfront condo features, Tile flooring throughout, Private Balcony overlooking the Gulf and Floor to Ceiling Windows so you can enjoy the view from just about anywhere! No Check In procedure to deal with or Standing in lines. When you arrive, go straight to your condo, grab your swimsuit then Hit the Beach!

Experience the Beach Getaways Heart of Hospitality: Providing Happy Connections and Lasting Memories!

Kitchen & Dining Areas
• Dining Table Seating for 4
• Fully Equipped w/Appliances, Cookware, Toaster, Dishes, Utensils & Drinkware

Living Area
• Plenty of Comfortable Seating
• Queen Size Sleeper Sofa
• Ceiling Fan, Reading Lamps, Flat Screen TV & DVD Player

Primary Bedroom
• Queen Size Bed
• Ceiling Fan, Reading Lamps & Flat Screen TV
• Private Primary Bath with Shower/Tub Combo

Guest Room
• Queen Size Bed
• Ceiling Fan, Reading Lamps & Flat Screen TV

Guest Bath with Shower/Tub Combo

Additional Amenities Include
• Free Wifi
• Beach Side Pool
• Charcoal Grills
• Elevator
• Private Balcony

*​​​​​​​Two parking passes are included in your quoted price and will be delivered to your condo before you arrive. PLEASE NOTE: Onsite parking is limited to 1 parking pass per condo during Hangout Fest, Memorial Weekend, 4th of July, Labor Day Weekend and Shrimp Festival. Contact us for additional off-site parking options.

Island Shores is a family-friendly beachfront resort that is within walking distance of fine-dining, shopping and concert/festival venues. Some activities include: charter fishing boats, boat & jet ski rentals, Para-sailing, dolphin cruises, sunset sailboat cruises, beautiful back bays for boating, tubing, skiing and fishing, amusement parks, great restaurants with entertainment for all ages, golf, outlet malls, live concerts at The Wharf Amphitheater, and of course, plenty of sugary sand beaches.

Policies:
1. Check in is 4pm | Check out is 10am.
2. No Smoking in condo or on balcony.
3. Pets are not allowed.
4. Loud parties or gatherings will not be tolerated.
5. Must be at least 25 years old to rent. For groups of Single Adults, all guests in the group must be at least 25 years of age and proof of age will be required before approving the reservation.

**Contact us for monthly "Snowbird" rates for November thru February!**

Locally Managed by:
My Beach Getaways
Beaches of Alabama & Florida Gulf Coast

Property manager

My Beach Getaways
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Amenities

Pool
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Free WiFi
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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

Important information

You need to know

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
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.

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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Hangout Music Fest - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gulf State Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Waterville USA - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Gulf Island Grill - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Heart of Gulf Shores | Beach Front Condo | My Beach Getaways have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Heart of Gulf Shores | Beach Front Condo | My Beach Getaways?

As of 21 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Heart of Gulf Shores | Beach Front Condo | My Beach Getaways on 22 Jul 2025 start from £480.50, 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 Heart of Gulf Shores | Beach Front Condo | My Beach Getaways pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Heart of Gulf Shores | Beach Front Condo | My Beach Getaways?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heart of Gulf Shores | Beach Front Condo | My Beach Getaways?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Heart of Gulf Shores | Beach Front Condo | My Beach Getaways 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 Orange Beach Beaches. Gulf State Park Fishing Pier and Gulf Adventure Center at Gulf State Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa D.

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

Small summer vacation

Loved the location and the condo was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya B.

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

Easy Beach Access

Having a unit on the 1st floor proved to be easy to get items in and out of the condo and to the beach. The boardwalk was also short, making beach access easier than any other beach stay I've have had before. My teens absolutely loved the area too with shopping and dining right out of the condo
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

suzy s.

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

Girl trip to Mardi Gras week

Beautiful accommodations. Fully stocked. Good parking.Comfortable furniture. View of ocean.close to shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Heather S.

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

Cute Condo and great location !

We enjoyed our stay very much. We loved the location, It was decorated just like the pictures and the access to the beach was perfect! We would stay here again on our next visit to Gulf Shores. The only tip I could give is to make sure you have extra toilet paper and paper towels because the one set they provide is not enough and also maybe bring some sort of cleaner since there was nothing there to wipe stuff down with.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

GREAT!

This was a last minute booking from a cancellation by VRBO for another location and we couldn't have been more happy although the stress of finding something so last minute was terrifying.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If your main goal is to go to the beach and pool, this condo is perfect! It’s a first-floor unit right next to the pool. It made going to and from the beach super easy because we didn’t have to wait for elevators or climb stairs (big plus!). The unit is a little on the small side. We had three people in the condo and it didn’t impact our stay but we did shift the dining table to give us a little more room to walk around. Overall it was a great stay and super convenient. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wade H.

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

Perfect Family Vacation

Great location and condo!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lora L.

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

The best place for a beach getaway

I absolutely loved our stay here, everything was clean, the beach was literally a 2/3 minute walk away too.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina J.

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

Great Place

Check in was a breeze! Nice and cozy place right on the beach. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Great Stay

Had a great time, awesome Condo. Very clean and very close to the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

sarah b.

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

Beach getaway

So enjoyed the property! Clean and easy to get to where we wanted to go! Very quiet and lovely.. will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

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

Perfect location!

Great condo, plenty of room for 4 adults. Great location, in the middle of all shopping and restaurants and easy to get to Orange Beach. Short walk to the beach from the condo. We will be back and hope to stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth M.

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

Perfect Spot!

It was easy to check in and right on the beach as described. Perfect for a quick weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

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

Beach Trip 2024

Everything was nice and exactly how it was described. Another water hose at the beach access would be nice as well as rinsed off routinely. The walkways stayed sandy all the time with a thick layer of sand. Overall great location and spot. Will definitely try to stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Polly A P.

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

Celebration

The sofa and chairs were clean, as was the entire condo. It would help to have a king bed in one bedroom. The kitchen is well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Would stay here again!

Loved the location and the convenience of this place! Listing pictures are out of date. The countertops and flooring have been updated. And the glass out the balcony is sliding glass doors. Beach outside the condo was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie H.

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

Location Location Location

We hadn't been back to the beach in 8 years and in Gulf Shores since 2010. You could WALK to literally any of the famous places you hear about, beach stores, etc. The first floor unit was incredibly conveninent, HOWEVER, do want to tell you the view from your balcony is 80% sand dunes. That was really my only regret. Wish I had a higher level unit to enjoy the view on the balcony.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The condo was right on the beach which was exactly what we wanted. We had a few problems that were quickly handled by the property owners. They immediately responded when we had questions. The condo was well furnished and nicely decorated. The one downfall was that we had a first floor condo so our view of the beach was mostly blocked by the big sand dunes. Other than that. We throughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer J.

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

Week experience

We enjoyed every second of the week even though weather was iffy at times... we made the most of it! Nothing id really change pr that can be really changed. We would have liked to grill out because we arent much into sharing a grill but we made it to several nearby restaurants. Maybe a warmer pool like some other hotel/condos. The access to the beach and use of the washer/dryer was great! The laundry basket needs updated lol but we made it work when we had to. Some of the outlets didnt work it seemed. The beds were great as the shower and other amenities. The view we had was great and overall we enjoyed Island Shores!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

angus s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane B.

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

Family Summer vacation

Great place. Only problem I had was the washer and dryer. Listing made it sound like it was in the condo. Coin machine didn’t work, the credit card part wouldn’t work. Bring your own quarters! Loved the readily available ice( pay with card)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendie S.

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

Lots of fun

Loved the proximity to beach Enjoyed proximity to restaurants Had fun in pool too
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Just unit problems

No power in front and dining room outlets. No tv in that room for two days. Breaker tripped had to have electrician fix it. Had a huge fan an dehumidifier and the drain hose going into bathroom so we couldn’t close the door probably open a half inch. The unit was nice. I had a good time in gulf shores…..just Unit problems made it pretty uncomfortable for three days
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley I.

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

Gulf Shores Vacation

Loves the room, there were items in every door and drawer and behind things that we could use on the beach or the pool. It was homey and comfortable, nice decorations. Soft blankets. Just wish the washer and dryer was in each room and there were some outside facility to use restroom or wash up.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Nice

We enjoyed it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

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