Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Outdoor pool
The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Fort Morgan Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Outdoor pool
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Gulf Shores, AL
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
1 min walk
Fort Morgan Beach
Place, Fort Morgan Beach
19 min walk
Gulf Shores Beach
Place, Gulf Shores Beach
20 min drive
Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
20 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Kids Bedroom
1 Single Bunk Bed
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Second Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Master Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Shared Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Our Happy Place
Our beach cottage is located at the Rookery. The Rookery is a coastal cottage community located on the Fort Morgan peninsula. It was designed to be a natural and quiet resort and is located adjacent to the Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge.
Fort Morgan is a hidden gem, and less crowded than the bigger beach towns in the area. We absolutely love the secluded and relaxed location. If you prefer the hustle and bustle of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, if you want to be close to stores and entertainment, this property is probably not for you.
Our cottage is 1 of 6 standalone units at the Rookery (the others are doubles units). It has a south facing porch and is the only cottage with two additional windows added on the north side during the original build. The windows on the north side have gorgeous views of the wetland area. We love the abundance of wildlife that live there, and those that come to visit, including a mama alligator!
For years and years we dreamed about owning a place at the beach. When we saw the cottage, we fell in love and bought it unfurnished. We spent more than a year (weekends & vacations) painting, creating, building furniture, installing shiplap, and making décor. With a lot of elbow grease and a ton of love our dream slowly came alive. We go as often as we can, and when we are there, it's really hard to leave.
The Rookery has a really nice zero entry community pool, hot tub and tennis courts. At night, we love to spend hours playing cards and board games on the large dining table.
We do not use a property management company to rent our cottage. For us, it is not a business. It is our home. When you rent our cottage, we are opening the doors of our home to you. We hope you will love it and care for it as much as we do.
Non-negotiable at our cottage: Six guest maximum. No pets allowed. (Not just our rule, also a COA rule. No renters are allowed to have pets at the Rookery.) No smoking in or around the unit.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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No clothing or towels shall be hung outside the units or draped over exterior porch railings
No loud music or parties, which disturb the inhabitants of other units, shall be allowed at any time.
The use of all Rookery 1 and 2 amenities are limited to Rookery 1 and 2 owners and guests only.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2388722vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Gulf Shores
Located in Gulf Shores, this cottage is near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fort Morgan, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Morgan Beach and Dauphin Island Beaches.
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Fort Morgan Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Fort Morgan - 13 min drive - 14.1 km
Gulf Shores Beach - 20 min drive - 31.4 km
Tropic Falls at OWA - 29 min drive - 47.3 km
Getting around
Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Sassy Bass - 5 min drive
Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - 6 min drive
Jesse’s On The Bay - 8 min drive
The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - 5 min drive
Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Our Happy Place have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Our Happy Place?
As of 28 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Our Happy Place on 30 Nov 2026 start from £1,029, 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 Our Happy Place pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Our Happy Place?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Our Happy Place?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Our Happy Place?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Our Happy Place located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Fort Morgan Beach. Bon Secour Bay and Kiva Dunes Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Our family had a wonderfully relaxing week at Our Happy Place! The house is so warm and inviting with beautiful decor and all the amenities and comforts of your own home. I would highly recommend this property!
Rita was very quick with her responses to my many questions. The property was clean and so cute. The location is great. Would definitely stay here again.
All of the reviews are spot on! The property is very quiet and the house was very cute and clean! Close to public beach access. The pool is where we spent most of our days so relaxing! We will definitely be back!
It was just what we wanted minus the once in a hundred year blizzard. Close enough to everything but yet far enough away. Can't wait to return next year!!
Comfortable space with lots of natural light! Was a great place for our family of 4 girls under 10. The zero entry pool was a great resource and we loved our stay.
Peace and quiet was what we were hoping for- and that’s exactly what we had! The property was exactly as described: beds were comfy, kitchen stocked, and away from the hustle and bustle of Gulf Shores. Would definitely stay again:)
We loved our stay for Spring break and enjoyed Fort Morgan!! A lot quieter and less busy!! The pool was nice and everyone was so friendly! Felt like a neighborhood instead of a high rise community!’
My son plays travel baseball. We were traveling from Pennsylvania to gulf shores to be in perfect game tournament. This place was perfect for us. It was so clean and the owners were amazing to us!!!
We enjoyed our stay here so much! Close enough to restaurants and activities without being in the middle of the chaos. Beach was an easy walk; a must for me. This bungalow is very spacious and decorated so cute. We felt right at home. Everything was clean when we arrived and all in working order. Good communication with the host and easy entry. There was a nice community pool. Would definitely stay here again.
My two boys, husband and I had a wonderful stay in the Rookery. We loved the pool and being so close to the beach. Owner communication was great and looking out the back window every morning to see if we could spot a gator was something the boys and I couldn’t miss. I would recommend staying here for any family who wants to enjoy the beach and have a great little community feeling away from home.
Loved staying at the Rookery. It has a pool and tennis/pickle ball courts and is a 2 min drive to the beach! Ft. Forgan is lovely and so is this neighborhood of adorable beach bungalow houses. This house is totally redone and adorable and the owners were perfect to work with. We'll be coming back! 5 stars.
We had a great time and loved staying here! Quiet and out from the busy of town, but still not far for a quick trip in. Short trip to public beach. Plenty of room for us, clean, had everything we needed. Message from owners gave all the info and we didn't have any issues or need to contact with questions.
Would absolutely recommend!! 😊
Tucked back in the welcoming Rookery I,II enclave, this charming, well-appointed gem will not disappoint. Pride-of-ownership is obvious as is their commitment to providing their guest(s) with a clean and well-maintained vacation environment. The owners are wonderful to work with, communicating well and often. My return visit is already planned. Do not hesitate to book; you will be more than pleased.
We loved the quiet area to relax. We missed being able to access local TV, as Pensacola or Mobile. That might bother anyone else as they would probably be on the beach. The cottage is well decorated and very comfortable. Beds are very comfortable. We would certainly rent again or easily recommend to others. Landlords easy to work with. Hope they were pleased with how we left the cottage.
We had the best time at Our Happy Place! The home was absolutely beautiful and even better than the pictures. The beach access is a very short 3 minute drive away. The walkway to the sand is short and you’re right on the water - no having to traverse deep sand for a couple hundred yards like in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. It’s also much less crowded! The pool at the Rookery was amazing and perfect for our family. It’s just a short 15 minute drive to the heart of Gulf Shores, so we felt the location was perfect. Quieter, less crowded, but still close to attractions and restaurants. You won’t be disappointed if you choose this amazing home!