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Beach Castle, E/W. 16BR duplex. Sleeps 54. Large Pool! Decks. Beachfront. Value!

Holiday home on the beach, with water park

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Pool
Pool from Beach Castle deck. This image splits the internal images of the East side (before it) and West side (after it) of the duplex home.
Exterior
Beach
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
16 bedrooms12 bathroomsSleeps 54

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
  • Place, Fort Morgan
  • Place, Kiva Dunes Golf Course
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)

Rooms & beds

16 bedrooms (sleeps 54)

Common Space

4 Double Sofa Beds

East 3rd Flr E Middle BR

1 Single Bunk Bed

East 3rd Flr N BR

1 King Bed

East 3rd Flr SE BR

1 King Bed

East 3rd Flr SW BR

1 King Bed

East 3rd Flr W Middle BR

2 Single Bunk Beds

East 4th Flr N BR

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

East 4th Flr S BR

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

East Main Flr N BR

1 King Bed

West 3rd Flr E Middle BR

2 Single Bunk Beds

West 3rd Flr N BR

1 King Bed

West 3rd Flr SE BR

1 King Bed

West 3rd Flr SW BR

1 King Bed

West 3rd Flr W Middle BR

1 Single Bunk Bed

West 4th Flr N BR

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

West 4th Flr S BR

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

West Main Flr N BR

1 King Bed

12 bathrooms

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

East 3rd Floor Middle Bath

Toilet · Shower only

East 3rd Floor NW BR Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

East 4th Floor N BR Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

East 4th Floor S BR Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

East Main Floor Bath

Toilet · Shower only

West 2nd Floor Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

West 3rd Floor NE Bath

Toilet · Shower only

West 3rd Floor SE BR Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

West 3rd Floor SW BR Bath

Toilet · Shower only

West 4th Floor N BR Bath

Toilet · Shower only

West 4th Floor S BR Bath

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Beach Castle, E/W. 16BR duplex. Sleeps 54. Large Pool! Decks. Beachfront. Value!

Beach Castle, East & West
3660 Ponce de Leon Ct Gulf Shores, AL 36542

APRIL 10, 2024: NEW VRBO LISTING! First 3 get 20% off. This will automatically apply, no need to ask.

16BR 12BA duplex located directly on the Gulf! This Beach Castle has everything.

This listing is for BOTH the East & West sides of the Beach Castle duplex. One side perfect for your group? Check out our Beach Castle East and Beach Castle West listings for the individual units, or go both both sides at Beach Castle East & West, with 16 BR and 12 BA, with connecting door!

Each side of the Beach Castle includes 8 bedrooms, including 3 Gulf front Master Bedrooms, one with separate shower and jetted tub, and 6, count 'em, 6 bathrooms. There's also a sitting room, living room, dining room, and well-furnished kitchen.

Main Floor N Bedroom: King
3rd Floor N Bedroom: King
3rd Floor E Middle Bedroom: Twin over Full Bunk
3rd Floor W Middle Bedroom: Two Twin Bunks
3rd Floor SE Bedroom: King
3rd Floor SW Bedroom: King
4th Floor N Bedroom: Queen + Twin Bunk
4th Floor S Bedroom: King + Twin Bunk

Main Floor Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa
3rd Floor Bonus Lounge: Queen Sleeper Sofa

PLEASE NOTE THE ABOVE BEDROOM DESCRIPTION IS CURRENTLY ACCURATE. We make changes! This description is up to date. The pictures are newer than the matterport/virtual tour but not as up to date as the above list. Both the photography and virtual tour are expected to be updated in April 2024 (now!) but you should rely on the description for now.

TWO refrigerators with ice makers, washer dryer, garbage disposal, 2 dishwashers, and covered and open decks. That's all PER SIDE! The Beach Castle also features outdoor showers, a picnic table, a huge sundeck, and even a full sized pool!

Located on Fort Morgan, Beach Castle is close to many restaurants, golf courses, and other things to do, feels away from it all (but is only a short drive to all the hubbub on Gulf Shores itself), and is often a more cost-efficient choice for those who seek something a little more laid back. Plus, as an added bonus, our Fort Morgan vacation homes are not currently subject to the same restrictions on setting up umbrellas and other amenities overnight as those in Gulf Shores itself.

TWO REFRIGERATORS
Two? Per side? Yes two. Because you won't want to stay somewhere without an extra fridge once you have had them.

POOL
Big. Private to the two sides of the duplex: no sharing with other places nearby. The pool is open all year. It's big! 30x15x3-5'! Rectangle. Lounge chairs are provided around the pool.

WIFI/INTERNET
YES! We have an awesome Eero mesh network to ensure excellent wifi coverage throughout this spacious home. Spotty coverage is always an issue for big places. Sure internet may work next to the router in the living room, but what about the far reaches of the home!? That's why we installed a multi-node mesh network. And what's the internet like? It is generally solid and ran > 100Mb down the last test--sufficient for several simultaneous video conference sessions for remote work and education. Internet is, of course, an amenity and subject to service provider outages (and guests "troubleshooting" it), especially with the havoc the sand and salt wreak on cabling and facilities, no more so than any other home on the beach though, and likely better since its close in and new construction!

PARKING
There is available onsite, offstreet, parking for at least 6 midsize vehicles (per side), more if you stack well. In duplex units, please be neighborly about this.

SOAPS, TOWELS, COFFEE, GRILLS ETC ETC
As with most beach homes in the area, the local mgt co provide what they call a "starter supply" of soaps, toilet paper, and paper towels, etc. Enough for the first night to get you going! Please plan to bring or purchase additional supplies, and any cleaning or pantry supplies you may need, or to make a quick run to the store (or have it delivered!). You will want to bring beach towels or beach chairs as well. Because mgt cos will not generally support them, grills are not provided, though they are sometimes inherited from prior guests: your mileage may vary on this, and we usually assess and then go snag a small charcoal kettle when we come down ourselves. Also of note: at many locations, you may find the bunk beds (and certain other beds) are not fully made--instead a bedding pack is provided. This is a common practice for the local management companies, which is both green (if the bedding is not used, it doesn't have to be laundered) AND more sanitary--housekeeping does not have to crawl on the bunks and so on to make the beds. Also also... all our homes have both drip coffee makers and Keurigs as well.

PETS
We do consider well-behaved canine furry friends at many locations. This requires owner pre-approval, and is subject to a pet fee (currently $250 per pet). Approval in a duplex location, especially for peak weeks, generally is only available for guests renting both sides of the duplex. Please inquire.

No smoking please, but feel free to eat lots of shrimp, bask in the warm sun, and have a great time!

Beach Castle, East https://www.vrbo.com/3934837?dateless=true 8BR
Beach Castle, West https://www.vrbo.com/3934836?dateless=true 8BR
Beach Castle, East & West https://www.vrbo.com/3945686?dateless=true 16 BR (2x8BR)
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 4:00 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
Pls inquire. No house parties.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We communicate. A lot. :-) Failure to respond to any requests may lead to cancellation of the reservation without refund, per rental agreement.
Pets, where allowed, MUST BE PRE-APPROVED and are subject to a $250 pet fee per pet. See agreement.
Guest must abide by all Rental Agreement terms and conditions.

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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Pls inquire. No house parties.
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
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.

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Punta Clara Candy Kitchen and Tanger Outlet Center. Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary and Zooland Mini Golf are also worth visiting. 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 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fort Morgan - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 9 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 34 min drive - 38.0 km
  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 49 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beach Club Village Market and Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beach Castle, E/W. 16BR duplex. Sleeps 54. Large Pool! Decks. Beachfront. Value! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Beach Castle, E/W. 16BR duplex. Sleeps 54. Large Pool! Decks. Beachfront. Value! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach Castle, E/W. 16BR duplex. Sleeps 54. Large Pool! Decks. Beachfront. Value!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Castle, E/W. 16BR duplex. Sleeps 54. Large Pool! Decks. Beachfront. Value!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach Castle, E/W. 16BR duplex. Sleeps 54. Large Pool! Decks. Beachfront. Value! located?

This Gulf Shores holiday home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Fort Morgan Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan. East End Beach and Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Rick Goldsworthy

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Instructional designer. Behavior change researcher. Father of 3. Teacher. Soccer coach. Hoosier. I'm interested in why people do the things they do, what we can do to change those things so that folks live happier and healthier lives, and how technology can help. Plus, well, I love Gulf Shores!

Beach Castle. BC is a nice change of pace. BIG pool. Big beach. Big place. Not so big price. Fort Morgan is more chill, a laidback vibe. Leave your chairs on the beach, carry a beverage, no worries. Setup volleyball? You bet. Beach Castle is the perfect place for folks looking for beachfront chill for a large group, and a pricepoint markedly lower than similar homes in the Gulf Shores or Orange Beach area. Heck, 10% lower taxes, so you are sticking it to the man a litte too, and every little bit helps, right?! But, again, Beach Castle is by no means little. Big place. Great space. Check her out. You will, like many MANY of my guests, end up coming back year over year over year...

My wife's family have traveled to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Alabama for decades. I became a tag along in the late 1990s, so a Gulf Shores guy by marriage. One thing led to another and we ended up a several large, family-friendly, large group friendly, places along the Gulf.

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