This home has a large open living room and kitchen with tons of cabinets and a huge breakfast bar with five bar stools plus a dining table for 6. There are 4 bedrooms and two bathrooms all on one floor. Two bedrooms and one bath on each side of the house is perfect for 2 families to each have their own side. Two of the king bedrooms open directly to the deck with sliding doors, overlooking the beautiful beach. One back room has a king bed and the fourth bedroom has two twins. No fold out couches. We offer a pack and play for infants/toddlers with an upgraded 3” mattress. And we have an extra twin mattress under one of the twin beds in the fourth room that you can pull out for a total of 3 twin mattresses. Interior was just updated in 2021 with new furniture, decor and appliances. TV’s in all bedrooms. There is cabinet of games and puzzles and many books for you to read as you relax. Walk right out onto the sand from the deck with just steps to the water and there is a cocktail pool located under the house. Pool Measures 9.5 x 20 and is 4 feet deep with sitting ledge.
**Please be aware that this house does NOT have a tub. There are two showers, so please keep that in mind when booking with young kids if that is important to you.
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My family and I loved staying at Boscos Bungalow. It was perfect for our family vacation. We will definitely be returning to this place. It was just as described and more so . Great hosts very quick to respond and to accommodate us.
We really enjoyed out stay, 6 adults and 3 kids. Everything was clean and house layout was great. Perfect access to beach and the kids LOVED the small pool. Only complaint was that some of the wood on front and back patio really needs replaced.
The beach house was clean and easy to use . The king-size beds were very comfortable. All the instructions from the host were very clear and helpful. The only issues that we had were that we wished the back porch was covered, and the screws are coming out of the back steps, so we had to be very careful walking up and down the stairs. The beach was absolutely beautiful!
Melissa' place is in a great location just steps from the water! There was plenty of space for 3 couples and it was so nice to have 3 king size beds. Kitchen was a nice size and had everything you'd need.
The location couldn’t be better! You step off the deck and you are on the beach. The inside of the house was perfect for our family. Everyone has their own space. The front porch and back deck need a little work, but I believe the hosts are aware. We would definitely book again.
This property was perfect for our group of 5. We had everything we need with extra supplies when we arrived ! Only suggestion would be to have some type cover for the patio , it does get warm during the day. We can’t wait to go back !
Amanda M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2024
Thank you for your nice review! WE would love a cover over that deck too and tried to get it done 😁 but at the time we were doing the roof they couldn’t get us on the books for the engineer approval that was backed up. (Covid issue) Maybe sometime in the future though! Luckily we have the covered area around the pool and I hope you enjoyed that little reprieve.
We invite our five star review guest to book direct with a slight savings if they would like to return in the future. Let us know if we need to block off a week for you next year or if you would like to be on our email list for last minute availability specials by texting or emailing us.
Spent a glorious week with children and grandchildren. Kitchen was well equipped. Beds were amazingly comfortable. Storage had floats, toys, etc. Cabinet full of games, puzzles, books, and DVD’s. Very responsive owner. Added to our favorites! Pool was perfect size for small children. Great seating area by pool where we relaxed while supervising kid.
Anna B.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2025
Thank you Anna! Love the picture of the kids in the pool!
Location, location, location!!! Awesome to walk from deck directly onto beach and 25 yards to Gulf! Pool was nice refresher from the August heat. House is older and could use some updating with soft spots throughout in the flooring but we will definitely try to get back because the LOCATION is fantastic!
Rodney T.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay and thank you for the review. We invite our five star review guest to book direct with a slight savings if they would like to return in the future. Let us know if we need to block off a week for you next year or if you would like to be on our email list for last minute availability specials.
We were so impressed with this house; it was very clean. There were some soft spots on the floor but other than that is was a perfect house to stay in. There was plenty of beach and pool toys. The kitchen had everything we needed. We will definitely be back. Thank you for such an amazing time.
This was just a few steps from the water and we absolutely loved it! The outside could use a paint job and we were worried when we pulled up, but the inside was delightful. I am sure the outside takes a beating so it was easily overlooked especially when we saw how close we were to the water. We loved it!!!!
The house is in the perfect spot for the beach. The deck needs to be replaced, the boards were very loose. For the most part the house was clean but the front door hasn't been cleaned in awhile. The ice maker didn't work so we had to buy ice. All in all the house was good for us just not kept up very well.
Vickie C.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2025
Hi V, thank you for the review! I am so sorry there seemed to be issues with the ice maker while you were there. We do hope to install the separate ice machine as soon as winter comes and we have time without renters. And we agree, the back deck needs to some repair….so we are replacing the whole deck this winter! And making it larger we hope, if code doesn’t stand in our way. We hope you will join us again next year and enjoy the improvements.
Melissa is great! You can not beat the location! Let me repeat nothing is better than being right on the beach, especially with little ones! Little pool was so fun for them too, felt refreshing during our stay in July. Outdoor shower and hoses definitely came in handy! All the beds were super comfy. Neighborhood was so pleasant. We like being away from the hustle and bustle of the touristy beach scene, but within a quick drive to have some fun in Gulf Shores.
If you want a pure beach experience, visit Boscos.
We stayed Thanksgiving week at Boscos. The size and layout was perfect for two couples and one adult child. It was closer to the water than we gathered from the add which was a welcome plus. Quiet with minimal beach traffic. It is an older property (though it has been updated) so if you’re looking for brand new, this may not be the place for you. We found it reminiscent of childhood vacations at the beach and just what we were looking for. We would definitely go back.
Our beach vacation could not have been any better! This beach house exceeded our expectations. The house was clean, roomy, and cozy. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything we could have needed. The living room was big enough for all 8 of us to hang out. Bedrooms were cozy and plenty big enough. The location was absolutely perfect! The check-in and check-out process was simple and owners were very responsive. We hated to leave this house and can’t wait to return again for future vacations. If I could give this rental 10 stars I would.
This house was wonderful for eight adults and two children under two. Proximity to the beach and the covered pool is a real benefit. We had to do very little childproofing. The kitchen is very well equipped if you desire to cook. Our little ones quickly became used to “showering” since there isn’t a tub. Not such a problem. It was a very enjoyable vacation with multi generators.
Cynthia M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Lisa C.
6 Aug 2024
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice beachfront location but a bit old and dirty
Loved being right on the beach but the house itself is in need of some deep cleaning, maintenance, and updates. The split layout of the house was good for our group, but the bathrooms are quite small (especially the showers). Was good to have a full-size washer and dryer and a big refrigerator, but the ice maker in the fridge didn't work properly. The beds were comfortable, but the sofa was sagging and dirty. Kitchen was well-stocked, although some of the cabinets were junked up with mismatched kitchenware, a crockpot collection, etc. The pool was a nice bonus that the kids enjoyed when they needed a beach break. We also appreciated having lots of beach chairs, toys, floaties, etc. to use during our stay.
Lisa C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2024
We are so sorry to hear that the cleaning may not have been up to par. We will definitely address that with the cleaning company. Not sure about the mismatched kitchenware, I will have to assess that because we have always had such great response to our home having a well stocked kitchen.
I agree, that sofa has not held up to the four years of guest! We need to find one that can take the abuse of renters and last longer than just a few years. Check back with us!
Can’t say enough good things about this rental. We have been renting houses in the gulf for years and this was one of the best! It was one of the most equipped houses we have ever stayed in. The kitchen had everything you would need, even including spices left by previous renters. There were also toys and water table that was perfect for our baby at the beach! There was an ice machine which is always a huge plus at the beach. The new trex patio deck was perfect for our little one to be able to run around on and not have to worry about nails or splinters. We have never stayed so close to the beach but it was such a game changer, being just 10 steps from the beach was amazing. The inside of the house is very clean and well cared for. We couldn’t use the pool this time just because it was a little chilly this time of year but in the summer months would be perfect and great that it’s shaded for when kids need a break from the sun. The owners were responsive and easy to communicate with. We will absolutely be back!
Madison S. G.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2026
Thank you M, such a wonderful review and we are happy that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again in the future.
We spent Thanksgiving week here and had an amazing time! The house is well furnished with beautiful decor and a lot of open space. We prepared all our meals during our entire stay including Thanksgiving dinner. The kitchen is well stocked and even includes extras that past renters have left. This includes spices, aluminum foil etc. Melissa was always prompt to respond with any questions and even us accommodated with an early check in at our request. We look forward to coming back!