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Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #8

Family-friendly holiday home on the beach, with outdoor pool

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View of the property from the ocean side.  Blue Parrot #8 is on the left side.
Living room (1st floor)
Sunset view from the beach
Kitchen and bar sitting area (1st floor)
Living room (1st floor)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 142300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bunk room (2nd floor)

2 Single Bunk Beds

King bedroom (1st floor)

1 King Bed

King bedroom (2nd floor)

1 King Bed

Living room couch (1st floor)

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom (2nd floor)

1 King Bed

Singles room (1st floor)

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Hallway bathroom (1st floor)

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Hallway bathroom (2nd floor)

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Master bathroom (2nd floor)

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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.

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.

We look forward to hearing from you so we can help you have the greatest beach vacation ever!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
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 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.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home 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. Travelling with kids? Consider The Park at OWA, or check out an event or a game at Orange Beach Tennis Center. 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

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Gulf State Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Waterville USA - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪DeSoto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬4 min drive

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.

Is Beachfront! Near Town! Views! Heated Pool! 5Bd/3Bth #8 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this 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 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Gulf Shores Beach and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Gulf State Park. West Beach and Lagoon Pass Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Alex and Susan Croxton

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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

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