Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
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About this property
Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #8
You will absolutely love staying at Blue Parrot #8, which is right on the beach in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Blue Parrot #8 appeared on the TV show "Island Life" (Season 4 Episode 9). This beautiful spacious gulf front 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home sleeps 14 and is complete with everything you need to have a perfect beach vacation. The shared beach front swimming pool with comfortable lounge chairs is perfect for relaxing and playing (pool heater gas charge is $60/day extra). The two beautiful large decks provide uninterrupted breathtaking Gulf views of the sparkling waters and serene sugar white sand. The first level of the home offers a spacious and fully equipped kitchen. The lovely dining table seats ten and a cozy breakfast bar seats four to five. The large and open living area provides spectacular Gulf front views. (From the pool view, the unit is the left side of the duplex.)
As of January 2025, all furniture in the home is new except for the kitchen table. Also, all bathrooms have gone through full or partial renovations (new countertops, mirrors, faucets and light fixtures). [The exterior was painted from yellow to light blue. The video still needs to be updated.]
The main level of the home features 2 bedrooms, a full bath, a kitchen, a dining area and a living room. The first bedroom on the main level has a king size bed and the second bedroom on the main level is just off of the kitchen area and has two single beds. The 2 bedrooms on the main floor share a bathroom that is accessible from the hallway. The second level of the home features 3 bedrooms. The master bedroom has a king size bed, a private bath and a private gulf front deck. The middle bedroom has 2 bunk beds and the north bedroom has a king size bed and they share a full size bathroom between these two rooms. The layout and design of Blue Parrot #8 are perfect for comfort, privacy and entertaining. Located in the heart of Gulf Shores, only 1.8 miles from Highway 59, Blue Parrot #8 is a perfect beach house with all of the comforts and luxuries of home.
There are less than 50 houses in Gulf Shores where the pool is between the house and the ocean and this is one of them. The pool recently went through a major renovation (new concrete, fence, etc.).
For technology lovers, the home has internet download speeds up to 1 GB and all 6 televisions are HD TVs each with YouTube TV provided and access to Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, etc.
The unit comes with bed linens (pillow cases, sheets and blankets) and bathroom linens (bath towels, hand towels, wash cloths, and bath mats). Beach towels are not provided. One roll of toilet paper is provided per bathroom. Wash cloths, dish towels, a roll of paper towels, a packet of dish washing detergent and a small bottle of dish washing liquid are provided for the kitchen.
The unit also has a very large ground level storage room we call the "Toy Closet" (see picture). It is stocked with beach chairs, beach umbrellas, boogie boards, beach toys and pool toys for use by guests. This gives you more space in your vehicle during travel since you do not have to bring these items with you. You can also use this room to store your own things so you don't have to carry them inside the living space.
The AC does not have a min/max block so you can cool the unit to your desired temperature.
Small shower chair is provided.
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Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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.
Frequently asked questions
Does Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #8 have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #8?
As of 4 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #8 on 26 Apr 2026 start from £341, 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! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #8 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #8?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #8?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #8?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #8 located?
Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Gulf Shores Beach, West Beach and Lagoon Pass Park. Gulf State Park and Wade Ward Nature Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
House was clean when we checked in. Location was incredible as was amenities. Air conditioning was amazing. The heated pool was perfect. I can not say enough good things about the rental, I would absolutely come back for another vacation.
heidi c.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Mar 2026
Thanks for the great review. I am so glad your group enjoyed the heated pool. You arrived just as all the pool renovations were completed. I will be updating the online pictures soon. Please come again soon!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rosalind
19 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful beach duplex right on the beach. Home was well stocked, beds were comfortable and home was clean. We would definitely stay here again.
Alex was amazing in making sure that we were well taken care of. The house was so clean. The beds were very comfortable. The pool was perfect. The sun rise was a beautiful view from the deck. I cannot wait to stay in Parrot #8 again.
Sandy S.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2025
Thanks for the great review! We are so glad you enjoyed the pool, the views and the overall cleanliness. We have a really great cleaning crew. We look forward to your next stay.
We had 3 families with 7 kids age ranges (0-4) and this place was great for us! Being right on the beach was perfect and everything provided was so convenient and helpful!
Alexa T.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2024
Thanks for the great review. We have a lot of improvements planned for this winter so please come back!
Great location , nice house for our family of 14,
Beach 20 yards out the back door, pool in back yard for evening hangouts for the teens, tv in each room and walkable restaurant. Short drive for retail shopping and other attractions
Larry D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2023
Thank you for the great review. We are working hard to provide a great experience for our guests. Next week will be putting in new living room furniture and master bedroom furniture.
Pool time was awesome and the ocean view was amazing. The only suggestion I would have would be to have a wooden walkway out to the beach but I know that would be a large expense. Beautiful property and the host Alex was great to work with and very clear on expectations. We will definitely be back!
Diane S.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2025
Thanks for the great review and the idea about the deck walkway. I am not sure how we could make it work since the pool is in the way. Please come again soon!
Beautiful home and perfect location! The description of the home is accurate. It was spacious and clean! I loved that there were beach chairs, towels, and toys for the kids. We will definitely return.
Jessica B.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar 2025
Glad you enjoyed the toy closet. That tends to be a favorite among most of our guests. Please come again soon!
We loved the property, it was great for our family! We have 6 grandchildren and loved being on the beach and close to everything! Walked for ice cream almost everyday!! Plenty of room and well stocked kitchen and beach closet.
Kimberly F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2024
Glad you had a great time and glad to hear you loved the nearby ice cream shop. Please come again soon!
Our family rents a beach house every year for our summer vacation and this property is our absolute favorite! The house easily accommodated our large family. The children enjoyed the easy access to the beach and the swimming pool right off the deck was a huge hit. The beach was not crowded at all due to the location. The owner quickly responded to our questions. We definitely recommend this beautifully decorated house. It had everything we needed or wanted including the bonus beach closet of toys and chairs.
Elizabeth M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2025
Thanks for the great review!! So glad you enjoyed the location. We are about the 12th house just past the end of the condos so we are far enough away from them that the beach is not crowded but at the same time, still close to all the stores and restaurants. Please come again soon!
The location of the property was great! The property overall was great. The owner was great when an issue arose with our shared pool. The amount of kitchen supplies was outstanding! The grill was put to good use. The bedrooms were nice. My family really enjoyed our vacation.
Alex was great to work with, the place was in a great location, the pool was outstanding, walking to the beach anytime you felt like it was perfect, the kitchen was well stocked with every dish we needed, the grill worked great, the closet with beach stuff to use was bonus, the extra drink refrigerator was extremely useful, and even our neighbors were outstanding. Highly recommend this rental!
Brad S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun 2024
Thanks for the great review and your appreciation for the small details! Please come again soon!
I would rent this again. We had one minor issue and Alex sent the handyman to fix it within a few hours. The property is welll maintained. The kitchen is the best stocked rental kitchen I have ever had. The view is amazing. There are tons of pool toys. They let you crank down the AC unlike some owners that lock you on on high heat.
Perfect family choice for ocean and pool and convenience
My family arrived at BlueParrot #8 finding a vacation home perfect for all of our needs. Kitchen was well equipped & 1st floor bedroom& full bath was much appreciated for grandparents. The view was lovely & We loved the area, having mostly families as well as convenience store within short walking distance, as well as ice cream. The pool shared by the duplex neighbors was heated & perfect for option when beach was off limits because of rip current. Alex was available and met our needs when we reported small maintenance issues. We would definitely choose this place again, as the location, view, and layout of the space was perfect for our family of 10.
The only problem that we had was the lack of privacy on the deck. There needs to be some sort of a divider from the adjoining deck. We couldn’t hang out on the deck without having strangers there with us.
Leya P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov 2024
Thanks for feedback. We have considered placing a permanent divider between the decks but some guests say that will block the view. I am looking into a divider that can be raised and lowered so that it can be used when desired. Glad your group had a great time. Please come again soon.
Three families: 6 adults, 5 children included grandparents, son & daughter's families ranging in age from 2 to 11. Wonderful time. Plenty of pots/pans/dishes & utensils. Enough room for everyone, very well laid out. What you see is what you get - very nice! Owners gave heads-up on one lighting issue and it was addressed immediately. They are Great communicators. A week before our arrival they sent email with links to local activities - reinforced our planned activities and allowed us to reserve one activity in advance. Overall a great experience. I would go there again in a heartbeat.
The place was exactly like the description. It was spacious even with 8 adults and 5 kids. The view of the ocean was amazing. Would definitely stay here again
This property was exactly as advertised. It is close to everything and peaceful at night! We will defiantly be booking again. Alex was great to work with!
My family of 16 fit comfortably in the property. It was clean, well equipped and great location! We enjoyed the beach front and kids enjoyed the pool in the evening. Went ghost crab hunting and kids loved it!
Diane L.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
About the host
Hosted by Alex and Susan Croxton
We have been married for 35 years and we love the beach. We stay in our unit frequently so we know all the details and make sure everything is in great working condition.
Why they chose this property
We bought this property because of how spacious it is, it is on the beach and it has amazing beach and ocean views.
What makes this property unique
We offer a toy closet that is stocked with beach chairs, toys, etc. This means you do not have to purchase these items or bring them with you.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests