BRITTAIN'S BEACON - TREMENDOUS VIEWS - SLEEPS 18 - DOG FRIENDLY - Fort Morgan

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Brittain's Beacon sitting high on a dune with tremendous views!

The view from our main deck. Apx 100 yards to the water.

1 covered parking and additional space for at least 8 vehicles or a boat ;)

Main living space with sliding door onto large front deck

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Location
Host

Wonderful

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 182200 sq ft

Popular amenities

Air conditioning
Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Pet-friendly

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Gulf Shores, AL

Fort Morgan Beach
‪1 min drive‬
Kiva Dunes Golf Course
‪3 min drive‬
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
‪3 min drive‬
Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bunk Bed

Convertible bed(s)

2 Double Murphy Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

BRITTAIN'S BEACON - TREMENDOUS VIEWS - SLEEPS 18 - DOG FRIENDLY

BRITTAINS' BEACON is a 2300 sq. ft., 6 bedroom, 3 bath beach home with 2 separate living areas situated high above the rest on a dune overlooking the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. 1st tier back. Downstairs is completely separate from upper level, you must enter each level from outside. This property is in a small, low traffic subdivision, perfect for bicycles, golf carts, baby strollers, pet and family walks. The beaches are wide, easily accessible, pet friendly and blissfully uncrowded. There are two public beach accesses, both within 1 block of the house. This home has a 500 sq. ft. main deck facing the gulf with table & chairs plus a shaded lower deck with rocking chairs and concrete carport area for a perfect game playing space. We provide a contractor size fan for those low breeze days.

Home has large greatroom with vaulted ceiling and lots of glass for spectacular viewing. (sliding door recently replaced) Lower level family room has a glass patio door onto the lower deck, also offering the Gulf view. Covered parking for 1 vehicle and plenty of additional parking space for 8+ cars, outside shower, all on a spacious lot. Commercial, 2 pot Bunn coffee brewer with warmer on main level. Beds: Upstairs 4 bedrooms - 1 bed per room K, 3Q & 1 Sleeper sofa in LR. Downstairs: 1 bedroom & 1 bunk room - 1Q, 1 set of bunks, 2 Q Murphy beds in family room. Downstairs is completely separate from upper level, you must enter each level from outside.

For all you golfers, our subdivision is beside Kiva Dunes. If you are not familiar with Gulf Shores, there are dozens of beautiful courses. Our house is great for 2 or 3 golf foursomes. There are 9 separate beds plus the Bunn coffee brewer and ice machine.

Keywords: House, beach house, beach view, short walk, ground level, covered parking, 6 bedrooms, boat parking, gulf view, free wifi, reunion, beautiful view, fishing, short walk to beach, central heat and air, 4 flat screen TVs, large deck, covered deck, game space, golf, Ft. Morgan, beach view, pet friendly, pets allowed, dog friendly, very close to beach, ice machine, great view, close to restaurants, large group, outdoor shower, fully stocked kitchen, 2 refrigerator
2 HVAC units,

Property manager

Janet Brittain

Languages

English, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Surf Side Shores, a neighbourhood in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on 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 Gulf Shores Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary and Billy's Seafood. 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

Fort Morgan Beach - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Fort Morgan - 14 min drive - 15.9 km
Gulf Shores Beach - 30 min drive - 32.0 km

Getting around

Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sassy Bass Market Place - ‬5 min drive
‪Tacky Jacks - ‬9 min drive
‪The Village Hideaway - ‬4 min drive
‪Fort Morgan Pizza - ‬4 min drive
‪Gulfside Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sleeps 18, HURRY! May Dates Available. BRING ALL THE CREW! Tremendous Views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Sleeps 18, HURRY! May Dates Available. BRING ALL THE CREW! Tremendous Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sleeps 18, HURRY! May Dates Available. BRING ALL THE CREW! Tremendous Views!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sleeps 18, HURRY! May Dates Available. BRING ALL THE CREW! Tremendous Views! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Surf Side Shores holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour Bay. Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.2

Wonderful

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

7 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big family

Was perfect for a BIG family stay. We had an internet outage by the carrier, and the owner was very fast to respond to our questions about the outage. The internet and (streaming) tv were great for my adult kids who were taking college classes.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo M.

1 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Rental

Great stay. Lots of room. Loved the two coffee pots and double refrigerators. Ice machine was a bonus. Downstairs tv was hard to navigate. Needs to be cable ready.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

11 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spring Break Spot

Janet was very responsive and the house was perfect for what we needed. We cant wait to come back!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

James F.

21 Aug 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Great Place for a Family Reunion

We had two sets of families so having a separation between the two floors was a nice feature of the site. The kitchen area downstairs did not have a stove but we had a Blackstone Griddle that we set up on the wooden table under the carport for cooking breakfast in the morning. The commercial ice maker was the best feature of the beach house. The washer and dryer were large capacity and came in handy for beach towels and the kids' daily laundry. The upstairs kitchen was very well-stocked with pots and pans, utensils, and dishes. The commercial coffee pot maker was used every morning and kept the coffee cups filled for all our coffee drinkers. The owner was quick to respond to our needs. There were lots of beach toys and beach accessories to choose from the bin located by the outside hose and shower which was also a must for being at the beach.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Holly K., Kearney, Missouri

19 Jun 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Stay

Property was what we expected. Except no enterior entity to downstairs. We were not able to connect to internet ar all. Property was clean and accommodated our huge crew.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Joni K.

24 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Convenient, needs some work. Decent for the price.

We got settled in on check in day with 14 people after a full day of travel. We had a meal planned but needed a grill. The grill was just a mess. We had to take the food off and finish in the oven. We then discovered that one of the burners didn’t work.on the stove. We also had a shrimp boil planned but the giant pot was so disgusting that we couldn’t do it. The beds were comfy and the kitchen was well stocked. The extra ice machine was awesome. The gulf view was nice, but was ruined because the sliding door has failed and you cannot see through it. The shower head in the bathroom needs replacing. The deck could use sanding because we got splinters. There’s no sitting outside on the best part of the deck during rain because there’s no cover. After getting home I messaged to ask what the procedure was about an item that I thought could have been left behind. I also recommended that they spray the house because two people staying in one room had bites all over them. There were also ants (biting painful ants) under the carport (probably due to the placement of trash cans) and we had a lot of tears from children. All of this and I never received a response after the lost item question. A little maintenance would go along way on this house. We really had a fantastic week, but this one needs lots of work.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy F.

23 Jul 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Property was great for our large family! Close access to the beach. Everything we needed was at the house! We had a great time! Wonderful communication!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Teresa G., amarillo

2 Jul 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Vacation rental

House was not very clean. Mold growing on the vents, heavy dust on fans, under dresser in bedroom looks like enough hair to grow your own pet. Don’t understand why the beds are not made we had to make them when we arrived. Understand that you need to start dishwasher but to be required to put the dishes away before leaving is a bit much. I think it is rude to ask for a tip for cleaning. Overall the house was roomy enough for the number of people we had. Access to beach was ok but you do have to walk about a block and half to access.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Ann K.

18 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View and Plenty of room

This location was amazing! We saw dolphins 2 of the 7 days from the upper and lower decks. Beach was not crowded any day or time. Kitchen had everything we needed. Great place to relax with our family! Ice maker was a plus!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Bryan A.

14 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Great place with a Few Improvements Needed

Overall we enjoyed our stay, but there were a few things that should have been done better. The listing states that there is a grill, but once you arrive, the house notes that they do not provide any fuel. This is problematic when you plan your first meal on arrival to use the grill. Also, the beds had sheets neatly folded and placed on top of the bedspread. We had to make up all of the beds. The owner asks that you wash as many towels as possible before leaving, but there was no laundry detergent. In the bathrooms, there was 1 roll of toilet paper and very little hand soap. The soap was gone within 1 day. Dish soap was the same story. For a house that is described to sleep 16+ it did not have adequate supplies. The room with the bunkbeds is more of a closet than a bedroom. Once we got the house re-stocked and beds made, we enjoyed our stay. The access to the beach was great. The beach was beautiful and uncrowded. We made some great memories and would consider booking again.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Wanda B.

26 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Accomodating

Very accommodating. Plenty room for our family of 13 plus 2 decided to come later.. We booked early this year to have Christmas away from home. Purpose was served. We enjoyed had mostly everything we needed enjoyed the bon fire with the grands. Large kitchen area. Only negative, not enough tissue supplied , very little dish detergent. Plenty of nice matching washcloths and towels though, even though I bring my own. I would recommend for large groups. Communication with Owner was prompt.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

16 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation 2021

Although the house was not beach front, it was very close. Easy walk for people who have no health problems. We were all very comfortable. The host responded to any questions I had right away. We are already planning our Family Vacation 2022 and this property is at the top of the list for ideas, granted we have no additional family join us. Kids loved catching crabs and frogs. Adults loved setting on the second story deck at night with the cool breeze, stars and sounds of the water rolling in. I recommend this place to anyone with a large family, or a group of friends that want to split the cost. The house has two floors and the second floor is totally separate from the second floor. Highly recommend for couples with children.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Christy B.

17 Aug 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Surf side shores house

We enjoyed our stay at the surf side shore home. We would stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

John W.

11 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

vacation 2021

Great property and great location;)

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

9 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and House for a Group

House was great for mulitple little groups. The house is definitley a bit older compared to some in the neighborhood but overall an enjoyable place to stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

James N.

7 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great end to the pandemic

House was exactly as advertised. The downstairs living quarters worked great for our son, his wife and their dogs. Upstairs for the rest of the family and all cooking and meals. Appreciated the commercial ice machine. Enjoyed our stay. Owner was responsive and helpful in planning for trip.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Ericka M.

4 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a great time!

Shower backed up, vents drip on you from air conditioning while laying in bed, mildew on ceiling, ac couldn't keep up, otherwise was a great trip w family!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandy E.

19 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful vacation

My family and I had a wonderful time at Brittain’s Beacon. It was the perfect amount of space for us. Mrs. Janet was easy to get ahold of and communicate with when we had any questions. The only thing I wish was a little easier, is the beach access. Most of us managed it fine, but it was a little harder for my grandma (who is 80) to navigate. All in all, we found the house to be as described, communication easy, and the week was extremely relaxing and enjoyable.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Beth C., Benton, Arkansas

21 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

Location is great, easy walk to the beach, good views from the house. We have stayed here twice now in the last three years. The house is comfortable but in need of some updating. There are some water damage areas on the ceilings I noticed this trip and there is a little bit of a musty smell in areas. Downstairs is separate from upstairs which worked fine for us. It’s over all clean but well used. For the price and location if you are going to be near the beach and have a large family group. It worked for us.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Danielle B.

13 Apr 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Read the description carefully

I rented this beach house for a large party of 14, including 6 adults and 8 kids. Overall, we had a good time but there were a few things about this property I didn't love. Make sure to read the description carefully- the downstairs is only accessible from the outside, meaning it is completely separate from the main house. That was 2 bedrooms and a bathroom that we thought would be extra for the kids, and we ended up not using because it is basically a completely separate apartment. I wish that would have been more clear in the description. Another thing was the cleanliness. I understand this is a house on the beach, but the tiled floor in the bathrooms were sandy upon check in. There was a griddle on top of the stove we tried to use for breakfast but when we pulled it down, dirty grease poured out from the sides and it clearly had been used and never cleaned. There was also a musty type of odor that never really went away in the house. In one of the main bedrooms upstairs, the corner of the bed jutted out. It was covered with a piece of a foam pool noodle, which fell off the first day. My friend ended up with a large bruise on her leg from hitting this corner. The location and views of the gulf are definitely amazing. However, it was not clear at all where the public beach access points were. There was no signage outside or maps of any kind in the condo. We ended up just walking across the street to the beach. We checked with the people who were renting the house we had to walk around and they said it was fine. The next day, a women came up to us on the beach and told us not to cut through that house yard anymore. She said she was the owner of that rental and we needed to use the public access. She then pointed out to us where the public access was. We could have avoided the whole situation if the public access points were made clear. They are both quite a walk away from the beach house, farther than the description makes it seem like. Finally, this was our first time renting a large house. We didn't realize that toilet paper, trash bags, etc would not be provided. This might be standard practice for renting a large house, but again we didn't know and showed up unprepared. We arrived late and there was nothing open nearby except Walmart which is a 25 min drive. Overall, this is a nice home with amazing views. With a little better cleaning, more clear signage for beach access, and a more clear description it would be perfect

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Asya A., Memphis, TN, USA

5 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation rental

Wonderful property and perfect location. Fantastic vacation for us (2 families and 4 little ones). House layout makes having multiple families easy. Very close to the beach

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

22 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Snowbird getaway.

Great location close to beach with good view of Gulf. Lots of space and well equipped home.

Stayed 59 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Andy N.

21 Mar 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Cozy beach place!

This is a cozy cottage on the beach. Great location and wonderful views of the gulf. We enjoyed our stay. I would have liked to see a better communication from the host. Did not get timely response on the day of check-in as I did not get any check-in instructions. Multiple calls from my wife and finally got the information.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Kathy K.

11 Jan 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great time!

Brittain’s Beacon is a beautiful place

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

3 Jan 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Isolation Vacation

We really enjoyed our Isolation Vacation! The house was perfect for a Beach Vacation, very close to the access to the beach! The family had plenty of room to spread out and have their own space when needed! There was also plenty of room to come together for games and hanging out! I loved just sitting on the deck watching the waves. We really enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

About the host

Hosted by Janet Brittain

Neal and Janet have been in the property management and construction business since the early 80's. Janet currently has a business managing over 800 single family homes in NE Alabama, where they live. She is an Army brat whose father was a helicopter pilot stationed primarily in the SE. She graduated high school in Alexandria, VA and has a Finance degree from Jacksonville State University in Alabama. Neal has lived in Calhoun County, AL his entire life and graduated high school in Alexandria, AL. Neal's master carpentry skills and Janet's love for all things real estate make them the perfect team. They have 2 adult children, a yellow Lab and lots of brothers and sisters that love to spend time at Brittains' Beacon. Neal is a true outdoorsman. He and Janet's 4 brothers love floundering out front, fishing the bay for trout, sea bass, and deep sea fishing. Janet and the ladies mostly enjoy sunbathing on the deck and the beach.

Why they chose this property

What we love about our location is that the beaches are uncrowded. The Fort Morgan area has regulated against numerous multiunit condos thus keeping the beach population down. We were drawn to our specific property because of its elevation. We are 27 feet up on a dune giving us a spectacular view of the gulf and still a short walk to the beach. The size of our home is the perfect fit for our family gatherings and yours too!

What makes this property unique

The openness of the main living area into the kitchen and dining area with the vaulted ceiling and glass doors at the front allows for 18 people to be all in one space and not feel crowded. The double Bunn coffee maker is a huge hit with our large groups. Even though we are across the street from the beach you can easily watch the beach fun from the deck or even inside the living room. We can be at the Kitchen Island making pan cakes and see dolphin or schools of fish hitting out front. This usually ends in a stampede to the deck and sometimes to fishing poles and the beach. :0

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6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

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Bedroom 6

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3 bathrooms

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8.6/10

9.8/10

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10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Big family

Gary M.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo M.

Great Family Rental

Mary Jo M.

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

Perfect Spring Break Spot

Becky W.

8/10 Good

James F.

A Great Place for a Family Reunion

James F.

8/10 Good

Holly K., Kearney, Missouri

Great Stay

Holly K.

6/10 Okay

Joni K.

Convenient, needs some work. Decent for the price.

Joni K.

10/10 Excellent

Tracy F.

Family vacation

Tracy F.