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Charming Cottage on Bayou and Bay. Dog friendly. Only 1 mile from the beach!
Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Gulf Shores, AL
- Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge11 min walk
- Place, Gulf Shores Beach22 min drive
- Place, West Beach24 min drive
- Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)88 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
2 Double Beds
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Charming Cottage on Bayou and Bay. Dog friendly. Only 1 mile from the beach!
This charming 1940's cottage is nestled under mossy oaks on Shell Banks Bayou off a private lane 8 miles down Ft Morgan Road and only 1 mile from the white sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. Across the lane is your private 50' lot on Mobile Bay with pier & deck. Enjoy the sunrise and sunset there or throw out a line with your favorite fishing pole.
The gulf beach at the Bon Secour National Wildlife Preserve is about a mile away. Walk for miles or sun on the white sands. Free parking makes it easy. Bring your chairs and umbrellas or call a local beach rental service for set up and take down. If you have your dog with you, you will find directions to the dog friendly beaches in the information binder.
With three bedrooms and 2 baths it sleeps 8 comfortably. Recently renovations after hurricane Sally include a new kitchen, floors, living room furniture, fans and bath update. Even more are to come soon according to the new owners. Ground level makes it easily accessible for anyone who has difficulty with stairs.
Fenced yard is great for kids or dogs and the screened porch is perfect for those summer nights or lazy afternoons. Take a nap on the swinging bed!
For those who want to walk the beaches of the Gulf of Mexico, the public access at the
Several great golf courses are with in a few miles both east and west of the house. Try to courses at Kiva Dunes or the Peninsula or one of many others in the area.
This location is away from it all yet close to everything. The single lane is home to several full time residents. You can stroll up and down the quiet street and get to know the neighbors if you like. Only eight miles east is the center of Gulf Shores and all it has to offer when you want to get out and about or into the crowds.
The gulf beach at the Bon Secour National Wildlife Preserve is about a mile away. Walk for miles or sun on the white sands. Free parking makes it easy. Bring your chairs and umbrellas or call a local beach rental service for set up and take down. If you have your dog with you, you will find directions to the dog friendly beaches in the information binder.
With three bedrooms and 2 baths it sleeps 8 comfortably. Recently renovations after hurricane Sally include a new kitchen, floors, living room furniture, fans and bath update. Even more are to come soon according to the new owners. Ground level makes it easily accessible for anyone who has difficulty with stairs.
Fenced yard is great for kids or dogs and the screened porch is perfect for those summer nights or lazy afternoons. Take a nap on the swinging bed!
For those who want to walk the beaches of the Gulf of Mexico, the public access at the
Several great golf courses are with in a few miles both east and west of the house. Try to courses at Kiva Dunes or the Peninsula or one of many others in the area.
This location is away from it all yet close to everything. The single lane is home to several full time residents. You can stroll up and down the quiet street and get to know the neighbors if you like. Only eight miles east is the center of Gulf Shores and all it has to offer when you want to get out and about or into the crowds.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Check out is at 10 AM or earlier. Please do not ask for late checkout on the day you leave, as housekeeping is scheduled for 10:00 AM. We kindly ask that you do the following before you leave:
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 first aid kit
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About the area
Gulf Shores
Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Zooland Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also worth visiting.

Gulf Shores, AL
What's nearby
- Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
- Gulf State Park - 16 min drive - 17.5 km
- Gulf Shores Beach - 22 min drive - 21.9 km
- West Beach - 24 min drive - 23.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sassy Bass - 8 min drive
- The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - 6 min drive
- Jesse’s On The Bay - 3 min drive
- Fort Morgan Pizza - 4 min drive
- Fresh Market Seafood - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Martha K Howard

Languages:
English
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