Entire home

BOOK Today for a GREAT STAY~Bring your Pet~2 Pools~Near Beach!

Photo gallery for BOOK Today for a GREAT STAY~Bring your Pet~2 Pools~Near Beach!

A covered outdoor deck with a sofa, two chairs, and a wooden railing.
A dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, a gray sofa, a television, and a decorative wall piece.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a brick patio.
A coastal residential area with houses featuring gabled roofs, surrounded by dense greenery and a clear view of the ocean.
A modern living room with a blue armchair, a grey sofa, a white cabinet, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Swimming pool
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

View in a map
Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Exterior
Dog friendly home with shared pool, hot tub and private washer and dryer
Gulf Shores
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3 reviews)
Dog friendly home with shared pool, hot tub and private washer and dryer

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
View more Cottages in Gulf ShoresOpens in a new window
Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 19 min drive - 30.0 km
  • The Wharf - 21 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Tropic Falls at OWA - 28 min drive - 45.9 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jesse’s On The Bay - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does BOOK Today for a GREAT STAY~Bring your Pet~2 Pools~Near Beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is BOOK Today for a GREAT STAY~Bring your Pet~2 Pools~Near Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BOOK Today for a GREAT STAY~Bring your Pet~2 Pools~Near Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BOOK Today for a GREAT STAY~Bring your Pet~2 Pools~Near Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BOOK Today for a GREAT STAY~Bring your Pet~2 Pools~Near Beach! located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Fort Morgan Beach. Kiva Dunes Golf Course is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had an amazing time. We will be booking here again. The accommodations were great, with comfortable beds and very clean bathrooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for your amazing rating and review! We are so happy you had such and enjoyable stay and we hope you will come be our guest again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2026
Thank you so much for your 10/10 rating and review! We hope you will come be our guest again soon!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Service, great rental property. Very Clean, well maintained and priced. Great amenities. I would recommend this property to everyone. Great location and family friendly. I was great for our families. 5 STARS.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2026
Mark, Thank you for your exceptional 10/10 rating and review of your recent stay with us in this fantastic property. We hope you will tell all your friends about this great place and that you will come be our guest again soon! Thank you again for the awesome review!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and good location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for your excellent 10/10 rating and review of your stay with us in this great property. We hope you will come be our guest again soon to take advantage of the discount we offer all of our returning guests. Sincerely, Luna Beach Properties, LLC
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome beach vacation

The layout of this place is very efficient and met the needs of our big family perfectly. The pool was great and the beach divine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Kyle, Thank you so much for the 5 star review! We are so glad you had such an enjoyable stay, and hope you were all able to make memories that will last a lifetime! We hope you will come back and be our guest again soon! Be sure to mention the loyal returning guest discount when booking with us in the future! Sincerely, Luna Beach Properties, LLC
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beach cottage with so much room! Property Management was so helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2025
Jennifer, Thank you for your excellent rating and review of your stay with us at this awesome cottage. We are so happy to know you had such an enjoyable stay and hope you will come be our guest again soon. We offer all of our loyal, returning guests a discount for staying with us. We look forward to you coming to take advantage of the discount we offer very soon. Thank you again for the exceptional review! Sincerely, Luna Beach Properties, LLC
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful getaway

Perfect place. The layout of home was very spacious and nice, all the amenities you need. Everything as expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thank you for your 5 star review of your stay with us in this great cottage at The Rookery III. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you will come and be our guest again soon. Sincerely, Luna Beach Properties, LLC
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer vacation

Good location, was as described. we had plenty of room. the screened back porch was great the outdoor shower was so nice for everyone to just rinse off before coming in the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Zena, Thank you for your excellent review of your stay with us in this great property. We are so glad you enjoyed the cottage and look forward to you coming to be our guest again soon. Be sure to mention the returning guest discount when booking with us in the future. Sincerely, Luna Beach Properties, LLC
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

June 2018 Stay

We had so much fun as a party of 10. the house exceeded our expectations. I wasn't as happy with the pool as the pictures advertised but it was an extremely enjoyable experience for all of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Brandi, Thank you so much for taking the time to give us such a great review of this property. We appreciate you being our guest and hope that you and your group can return to stay with us again real soon. Sincerely, Luna Beach Properties, LLC
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice. Kids loved all the beach toys and used your beach chairs. Would love to find out where they got those cool tall Adirondack chairs on the deck. I found some real similar ones on amazon. Only thing I can think of to improve is get a new outdoor grille. Would have loved to grill some fresh fish. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2025
Don, Thank you so much for your excellent rating and review of your recent stay with us. We are so happy to know you had such an enjoyable stay and hope you made memories to last a lifetime. We hope you will come be our guest again soon to take advantage of the discount we offer all of our loyal, returning guests. Sincerely, Luna Beach Properties, LLC
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

My review...

Property is very nice. Just like the pictures. Really could use dish towels and oven mitts. We had to buy some. Cook ware needs updated/replaced. Overall good rental, nicely decorated and very close to beach. We love the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Amanda, Thank you so much for your great review of this property. We are so sorry that you did not find the cottage to be equipped for your party's needs. We would've gladly assisted you with anything that you needed during your stay. We try really hard to do an inventory of all items between each guest, however that is very difficult to do sometimes. In the future, please give us a call so that we can have a chance to assist you with remedying any missing items or help to get you what you need. We do supply kitchen linens for each guest so they should've been on your kitchen counter with your start up of paper towels, dishwasher detergent, and laundry detergent to help your stay get off to a good start. If those items were missing, we apologize sincerely for that and wish that you would've alerted us so that we could get those items to you. Thank you again for the great review aside from the issues and we hope that you were still able to have a great stay with us. Sincerely, Luna Beach Properties, LLC
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a lovely home!

Sadly, members of my family had to cancel but I went by myself and had an amazing stay. I was entirely comfortable in this home. It was clean and beautiful and just a delight to stay in. It looks great in the photos and even better in person. The HVAC was perfect, bed primary bed comfortable. I cooked to take food to a gathering elsewhere in the kitchen and found it well appointed, there were a lot of utensils in great variety. Just perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov 2023
Brenda, Thank you for your excellent review of your stay with us in this great cottage. We are so happy you had such an enjoyable stay, despite your family having to cancel and not join you on the trip. We look forward to you returning to be our guest again soon to take advantage of the discount we offer all returning guests. Thank you again for your awesome review, and for sharing your experience of this spectacular property with others. Sincerely, Luna Beach Properties, LLC
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

September 2019 Vacation

The property was in excellent condition, a very beautiful house. The king bed in master bedroom was very comfortable. The house is beautifully decorated and we’d recommend this house to our friends. We didn’t get to use the pool, every time we drive by it looked closed. FYI-the kitchen sink is plumbed backwards.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Trenton, Thank you so much for the excellent review you left for this property. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and hope you can return again real soon. Thank you! Luna Beach Properties, LLC
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, the stay was great! The house is very nice, and the beds are comfortable. The owners left a kind note and gift! For about a day we had no internet, and there is little to no cell service there. The location is not super close to the beach, but we made it work. The parking situation is definitely the worst part. Over all we paid an extra 130 in parking that is not totally clear in the posting. It says that there are two spots available, but you only have 1 parking pass included in the price. The 2nd is 30 dollars, the 3rd parking pass is 100, and you can only park in guest parking which can be pretty far from the house. The rental company was not super friendly when messaging with them before the trip. Like I said, overall, it was very nice. However, the rules and regulations of the complex that we signed after booking made us nervous and a little uncomfortable because much of it was not in the original posting on Vrbo.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2025
Patty, Thank you for your awesome rating and review of your recent stay with us in this great property. We are so sorry you had issues with parking during your stay and hate the information provided was unclear to you. We try our best to explain so guests can understand the reason we must charge for parking and the 3rd pass costs so much. Parking is limited on site and this is the only way we can keep owners and guests from parking everywhere and it getting chaotic on the property. We are happy to know you found the cottage to be all that you anticipated and that it provided you and your group a pleasant home away from home. We hope you will come be our guest again soon to take advantage of the discount we offer all of our loyal, returning guests. Thank you again for your excellent review! Sincerely, Luna Beach Properties, LLC
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cottage

Great Location if you are wanting to stay away from the crowd
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Crystal, We are so glad you enjoyed this spectacular cottage and all it has to offer! We hope you will come be our guest again soon. Be sure to mention our returning, loyal guest discount for future bookings! Sincerely, Luna Beach Properties, LLC
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Yearly Family Vacation

Very nice! Shower on back porch was perfect for rinsing off after the beach. Kids liked having the pool to play in after the sun went down!
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Matt, Thank you for your excellent review of your stay with us in this great cottage! From the details you shared, it seems you were able to make memories that will last a lifetime during your stay with us. We hope you can come be our guest again soon. Thank you again for the great review! Sincerely, Luna Beach Properties, LLC
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2021 July Vacation

Property was ready by the 4pm check in time and everything was just as pictured. Very clean and the shower on the deck was extremely handy after long days in the sand. We love staying at the Rookery III and can’t wait to return to the FT Morgan area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Erin, Thank you so much for your excellent review of your stay with us in this great property. We are so glad you had such an enjoyable stay and hope that you will return and be our guest again soon. Thank you again for the excellent review! Sincerely, Luna Beach Properties, LLC
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Cute place but needs deep cleaned and items replaced.

This place is very cute but upon arrival we were surprised to see there was construction going on directly across the street that woke us up at 7:30 am everyday The place needs deep cleaned desperately we found hairs everywhere and grime all over the cabinets, dust covering every surface. Most of the kitchen utensils are either broken, on their last leg or scattered throughout the very unorganized drawers. Pots and pans need replaced. All of the games are broken, missing pieces, etc. The dish box in the second king room didn’t work at all. The bunk beds were definitely a plus my boys loved them but that room stays hot! The outdoor shower was nice to have after 5 people coming back from the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Philip, Thank you so much for the great score despite the issues you mentioned in your review. Had we known you found the unit to not be clean upon arrival, we would've happily had housekeeping handle any issues promptly and also bring you items you might need to make your stay more enjoyable. Thank you again for the great review. We hope you will return and be our guest again soon. Sincerely, Luna Beach Properties, LLC
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location

Extra parking spots -property management rude

Parking extra car 30 miles away from property is ridiculous! I had to drive 60 extra mile to & from to get my vehicle from the office . Need additional parking places on site . I will not be back because if this.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Johnnie, We are so sorry you had such an unpleasant experience in this beautiful cottage because of the parking issue. This summer has been very busy with so many guests on site and the association had to come up with a way to keep the parking under some sort of control. The parking pass situation is not making very many people happy but every complex has to have rules that guests must abide and adhere to. We hate that the parking situation made you so upset that you will never stay here again, just know this is something completely out of our and the owners control. Our sincerest apology for your experience with parking. We are just so glad that we have an option to offer our guests that is free of charge and a secure place for parking extra vehicles. Thank you! Luna Beach Properties, LLC
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

No negatives

Absolutely loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Brittany, Thank you for your excellent 5 star review of your stay with us! Come back and be our guest again real soon. Sincerely, Luna Beach Properties, LLC
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous beach getaway off the beaten path

The cottage was perfect for our two families with small kids! It had a screened in porch that backs up to the nature preserve so it felt very private. We wanted something that was not crowded because of Covid and this house was perfect! It was about 30 minutes from all the shops, hotels, beaches and crowds at the main Gulf Shores but the public beach right across the street was everything we could have asked for! We got fresh fish from the Seafood Market and watched the sunset and saw dolphins from The Pines Public boat launch right up the street. The Rookery pools were fab for when the kids had had enough of the beach too. We will definitely be back, we had a fantastic time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Adrianne, Thank you for taking the time to give us and your experience in this property such a great review. The way you explained your stay is quite amazing and will make everyone want to make this property their vacation destination. We hope you can return and be our guest again real soon. Sincerely, Luna Beach Properties, LLC
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

June 2017 Stay

We have had a wonderful stay, and thoroughly enjoyed Gwin's Cottage! It was beautifully decorated, very clean, and comfortable for the 4 adults in our party. We were especially delighted with the fact that the kitchen was well equipped with dishes, utensils, and accessories. The natural habitat that surrounds the cottage makes for an incredibly peaceful atmosphere. It was just what we needed for our ladies getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

June 2016 Stay

Everything was like shown in the pictures. The only problem was we only had access to one pool. But it was an overall good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

June 2016 Stay

This is an amazing place to stay! We loved the house, the great location and wildlife scenery. All of our children said they never want to stay anywhere else! Parents agree! Thank you!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback