Steps to the Beach - Gulf Views - Tennis & Pickleball - Swimming Pool
Welcome to Sanctuary at Sawgrass by Thompson Retreats!
The beautiful view and sounds of the ocean on your own private deck make this place a Sanctuary from the hustle of day-to-day life. Sanctuary at Sawgrass is a large second tier beach home located in the exclusive Morgantown community that has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and 2 levels of large decks with gorgeous Gulf views. Walk across the street to the beach access and find sand under your toes in under a minute as this property is only a few houses from the neighborhood beach boardwalks!
The space ★ Accommodates up to 13 people ★ 5 Bedrooms (4 King beds, 1 Queen bed, 1 bunk bed and a day bed). ★ 2 levels of balconies with Gulf views ★ Beach chairs, a wagon, and other items are available for your use at the beach (see reviews!) ★ Less than 100 steps to Private Community Beach Access ★ Spacious living room, dining room, and fully equipped kitchen with 10 foot ceilings ★ Access to two community Pools and Tennis courts that are also striped for pickleball ★ Great Community Roads that are conducive for Walking and Biking ★ Parking fits up to 6 cars ★ Reliable High Speed Internet ★ Park style charcoal grill behind the property ★ Prime Morgantown location ★ No pets allowed ★ No Smoking ★ Outdoor Shower ★ Unfortunately, this property is not available to student spring break groups. Families and those over age 25 are welcome!
Here Are A Few Kind Words From Our Past Guests:
"The Sanctuary at Sawgrass is SUCH a perfect place to stay for a family vacation in Gulf Shores, AL. The home is EXACTLY as it is pictured. The views of the beach/water are completely accurate (and lovely). The upper and lower decks are perfect for morning coffee and for catching the gorgeous colors of a Gulf sunset. The décor is exactly as shown in the photographs. The home is well furnished and decorated; feels modern and stylish, but very welcoming and comfortable." - Megan
"I wish I had the time to accurately depict how incredible this home was. It was not only incredibly close to the beach .. it was well decorated with quality higher end decor. It was well equipped for cooking, had all the beach accessories you would need and the owners were SOOOOO ACCOMODATING! We will be back here .. every year! FIVE STARS .. plus some!" - Joshua
"Jennifer and Jays place was perfect! It was exactly as pictured, very clean, and you can’t beat the location." - Ana
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
★ UPGRADES JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2025 UPGRADES - We are currently having new Quartz countertops, updated cabinets and a new backsplash in the kitchen and bathrooms.
Recent upgrades include new living room furniture, new patio furniture and Tommy Bahama chairs for the beech. We also added upscale blinds in the living areas and certain bedrooms. The upstairs master king and downstairs queen bedroom had blackout blinds installed.
★ OCUPANCY 13 Person Max. All guests must be 25+ unless accompanied by parent. Families with children are always welcome!
★ PRIVATE PARKING: The house has parking space for 6 cars when using both the parking under the house and in front of the house.
★ ENTRY: The front door is equipped with an electronic keypad. We will send you your passcode for your door lock. Check in after 4pm.
No late check-out or early check-in. If you arrive early or depart late, there will be a $100 charge per half-hour
★ INTERNET/STREAMING TV’S: High Speed Wireless Internet is included in your stay throughout the house.
The TV room has a large 55" streaming Roku smart tv with the Secure Vision Expanded Cable TV lineup, great for family movies or ballgames. Streaming smart TVs are also in each bedroom (no cable in bedrooms). Bring your own passwords for your streaming apps. All tv's have antennas to watch local channels.
★ DECKS With spacious 12 foot decks on both the upper and lower levels, you'll enjoy great beach views as well as incredible sunrises and sunsets. When the Blue Angels are practicing, you'll have an amazing vantage point.
The lower deck has a dining table and cozy seating and is entirely screened in for comfort. Dine al fresco or just enjoy that morning coffee or evening cocktail and listen to the sound of the surf.
★ KITCHEN/LIVING ROOM The window lined living and dining rooms with 10 foot ceilings have a cottage feel with slip-covered sofas and chairs. There is ample seating as the large dining table easily seats six people and the breakfast bar has seating for four people. There is also a table on the front porch with seating for six people. The well equipped kitchen means you'll be able to prepare meals for those nights when you choose to dine in. The large butterfly island is perfect for both entertaining and serving.
★ BEDROOMS Three bedrooms are on the first level. The first bedroom has a queen size bed with an en suite bath. The second bedroom features a king sized bed and has direct access to the hall bath. The third bedroom is light, bright and airy with a king size bed and a private small back deck.
Upstairs, you can relax in the over-sized master suite complete with a king sized bed, twin day bed, large private bath and balcony access. The last bedroom upstairs is perfect for families as it features a king size bed, twin bunk bed and large private bath. This room enjoys balcony access as well.
★ LAUNDRY The house has a laundry room with washer and dryer. There is an ironing board and iron available as well.
★ AMENITIES Our cleaning service provides initial start-up supplies including toilet paper, paper towels, dishwasher detergent, trash bags, and soap. Depending on the length of your stay, you may need to purchase some of the items when the initial supply runs out.
★ POOL You will have access to the community pools which are a short walk from the house as shown in the listing pictures.
★ SECURITY Ring Floodlight Security Camera by the front stairway for your safety. Blink cameras by the front parking and under the house. Cameras turn on with motion and record. There are no indoor cameras.
★ NO PETS allowed. If you sneak in a pet of any kind, you will be charged an additional $500 and you will be required to leave immediately with no refund given.
★ Absolutely No Smoking.
★ NO PARTIES. Only registered guests are allowed to be in the home. If you fail to follow this, it will result in an additional $500 charge and you will required to leave immediately with no refund.
★ We do not offer refunds for weather or natural disasters. Travel insurance is recommended.
★ While we want visitors to have an enjoyable vacation, we ask that you abide by the Homeowners’ Association Rules: 1. Please stay off the dunes. 2. No on street parking for cars or golf carts. 3. Pools close at 10 PM. 4. Golf carts are permissible as long as they are operated by a licensed driver. 5. Please do not hang towels or clothing on exterior railing. 6. We ask that you respect other residents and guests and consider 10 PM to 9 AM to be “quiet time”.
Guest access You will get a door code before check-in. No need to meet anyone for keys. You get the whole house to yourself.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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About the area
Gulf Shores
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Gulf Highlands, a neighbourhood in Gulf Shores. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Beach, while Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council are cultural highlights. With fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Fort Morgan - 13 min drive - 15.5 km
Gulf State Park - 17 min drive - 27.9 km
Gulf Shores Beach - 19 min drive - 30.0 km
Getting around
Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 89 min drive
Restaurants
Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - 7 min drive
Sassy Bass - 5 min drive
Jesse’s On The Bay - 7 min drive
Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - 3 min drive
The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Steps to the Beach - Gulf Views - Tennis & Pickleball - Swimming Pool pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Steps to the Beach - Gulf Views - Tennis & Pickleball - Swimming Pool?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to the Beach - Gulf Views - Tennis & Pickleball - Swimming Pool on 2 Aug 2026 start from £577, 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.
How much is parking at Steps to the Beach - Gulf Views - Tennis & Pickleball - Swimming Pool?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Steps to the Beach - Gulf Views - Tennis & Pickleball - Swimming Pool?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Steps to the Beach - Gulf Views - Tennis & Pickleball - Swimming Pool?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Steps to the Beach - Gulf Views - Tennis & Pickleball - Swimming Pool located?
Located in Gulf Highlands, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Bon Secour Bay and Kiva Dunes Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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The house was as advertised. Well furnished, well located, and supplied as listed.
Owners were excellent at responding to questions .
We had a great stay and will do it again.
The house was nice and cozy. It was roomy for the 8 of us. We enjoyed going out and staying in. Plenty of room to hang out with family. We had a great time. Wouldovd to go back again.
We loved this property! The house was exactly what our family needed in regards to space and beds! It was a short walk to the beach, pools, and tennis/pickleball. I was so surprised to see so many beach chairs, umbrellas, and beach chairs in great condition that we were able to use. The hosts were so responsive to my inquiries and questions.
Great property. Short walk to beach. A lot of beach items available (chairs, wagon, umbrellas, etc) Front entry porch could use a updated table and ceiling fans. Kitchen could use larger pots for a house that accommodates large family’s. Beach was very nice. Property is located away from the crowds and commercial properties, which are only a short drive away. We liked this as we wanted to enjoy our family time.
Our family had a wonderful time. It was very close to the beach and the pools. Beautifully decorated and well-kept, Had everything you could possibly need. We will definitely come back to this house
We had 6 adults and 4 children ranging from 1 to 6. We had a great time! The house was very clean and well stocked. There was plenty of room! The house could accommodate more. It is well located close to the beach and the pool! The Fort Morgan area does not offer much as far as restaurants and shopping, but the drive into Gulf Shores is not bad and traffic was not very crowded. With our large group, we cooked and ate most meals in anyway.
We loved our stay here. The hosts were very responsive. We like the location, it’s about a 20 minute drive into the city, so close enough to grocery store, restaurants, and amenities, yet far away enough to have ample space to spread out on the beach. The beaches on Gulf Shores are CROWDED, our beach was lovely. They provide a wagon, toys, chairs, boogie boards for your stay. The beach is just steps away with its gorgeous crystal clear blue-green water. The upstairs A/C did have some trouble keeping up with the record heat, but the A/C downstairs did just fine. My whole family was very pleased with our hosts and with this beautiful home. The house is in the Fort Morgan area - keep in mind you can ride a ferry there (a fun, though pricey experience) if you are driving from the west as we were.
I wish I had the time to accurately depict how incredible this home was. It was not only incredibly close to the beach .. it was well decorated with quality higher end decor. It was well equipped for cooking, had all the beach accessories you would need and the owners were SOOOOO ACCOMODATING!
We will be back here .. every year!
FIVE STARS .. plus some!
This is a beautiful property, located within walking distance to the beach. We enjoyed the serenity of the home and its location! House had everything we needed for a great stay. My family enjoyed our time very much! We plan to return again!
The Macks!!!