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Gulf View With Short Walk to Uncrowded Beach On Private Road With Screened Porch

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A spacious kitchen with a large island, stainless steel dishwasher, and pendant lighting.
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a dining table with placemats, a TV, and a ceiling fan.
A two-story wooden house with a balcony, surrounded by natural vegetation and a gravel path.
A dining area with a wooden table, benches, and chairs. There is a decorative bowl on the table, and a wall-mounted light fixture above.
A living room with a sectional sofa, patterned armchair, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Fort Morgan Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower

Master Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, while Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 24 min drive - 39.8 km
  • The Wharf - 27 min drive - 45.4 km
  • Tropic Falls at OWA - 34 min drive - 55.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Selah - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Connections Coffee Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf View With Short Walk to Uncrowded Beach On Private Road With Screened Porch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gulf View With Short Walk to Uncrowded Beach On Private Road With Screened Porch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gulf View With Short Walk to Uncrowded Beach On Private Road With Screened Porch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf View With Short Walk to Uncrowded Beach On Private Road With Screened Porch?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf View With Short Walk to Uncrowded Beach On Private Road With Screened Porch located?

This family-friendly Gulf Shores holiday home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Fort Morgan is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 115 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was great. Friendly owners. In walking distance from the beach and a few restaurants. I would definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the place! Great location. Love the screened in porch. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect for our group. Very clean and spacious. The house has everything you can possibly need for your stay. Thank you Linda!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall we had a great time and there was plenty of room for us and everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! Very comfortable and the kids loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul 2026
Thank you so much for submitting a review of our property. We are so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay and hope you will return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This beach house was exactly what we wanted for our vacation! We loved the remote location away from other rental properties as well as more space to ourselves on the beach! The kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked and lots of games and books to explore. Everybody's favorite was the screened in porch and big, comfy swing! We also made use of the extra beach towels, toys, and chairs provided in the storage room. We hope to return again and again! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!! Fit our family of 7 adults and two small children.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location to stay

We loved the house and location of stay. Only a short walk to beach and not crowded. We loved that they also had some beach supplies like a wagon that we didn't have to pack and bring. Very spacious and screened in porch was nice to sit in the mornings and evenings without bugs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, super convenient to Ft Morgan beach. Lots of room, fully equipped. Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2025
Thank you for the great review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fort Morgan is the finish line for the Great Alabama 650 paddle race and I was a racer and mu husband and 2 other friends were my support / ground crew. After a week of racing we needed a quiet, clean, comfy place to recover and this place was absolutely perfect!! everything we needed was right here. Thanks so much, we absolutely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing Trip

Good place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

Enjoyed my stay and will definitely return
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach

Close to the beach easy walk great fishing right off the beach
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short walk to beach. Rooms are way bigger than they look online. Host was excellent with any problems we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. There was a bit of a walk to the beach but not too far. The beach was nice and uncrowded. The house was comfy with plenty of room in the house for the three of us. The only issue we had was there were a lot of sand burs. Overall it was a nice week.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice location

The Rustic Retreat was very comfortable and the screened in porch provided a nice bug-free view of the beach. We were there to fish and it was located near Ft. Morgan Marina. There wasn’t many houses near it which made it one of the most private rentals I’ve stayed in at Ft Morgan. The host was awesome! Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice week at quiet beach

12 years of renting condo for family beach trips this one was up there. Quiet, close to beach, roomie, and good layout.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall trip

Lovely gem just 4 houses from quiet beach on a private lane Large bedrooms Plenty of room in living space Screened porch with sturdy furniture Host responds quickly Great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

You’d think that it would feel crowded on a holiday weekend - but the Rustic Retreat delivered quiet relaxation! We especially loved the awesome bed swing on the lower porch.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our new Beachhouse!

We absolutely love the place. Love the rustic atmosphere. Very short walk to the beach. Not many people on the beach so a lot of privacy. The place is very equipped to stay here for a week. We definitely will be back our new home at the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jul 2022
We appreciate the nice review. Hope you can come back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Annual vacation

The pictures were on point and the stand along ice machine was good since we all carried water bottles everyday. Being able to enjoy the sound of the wave every morning on the porch was great. The short walk to the beach with the supplied cart and chairs was a plus. Everyone enjoyed their stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved our stay

Location was ideal for us - away from the crowds but plenty of nearby activities. Short walk to the beach. Peaceful. Loved the porch to relax with a cup of coffee have or a glass of wine. Fully stocked with everything we needed. Comfy beds. Communication with hosts was easy with quick responses.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for Family Vacation

The house offers an ideal setup for children and grandchildren, featuring bedrooms with bunk beds and queen size beds, while the grandparents can enjoy a spacious king size bedroom. The family room and dining area are designed to comfortably accommodate the entire family. Additionally, the house is fully equipped with a well-stocked kitchen for cooking and includes various beach accessories..
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

First Time AL Stay

This was a wonderful home with great amenities. The extra ice maker really came in handy. We truly enjoyed the screened in porch for evening relaxing. The beds were comfortable and everything just as described. My family of 6 was very comfortable in this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you for the nice review Linda and Mike
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was perfect! Girls trip with our daughters and this property was exactly what we needed. It reuly felt like a home away from home. So peaceful and comfortable and quiet. I have never stayed somewhere so well stocked. From kitchen necessities to beach gear, games and entertainment this place had it all. The beacĥ was beautiful and uncrowded. We got to see crabs, dolphins, and a variety of birds. The kids really loved it. This host was easy to contact and truly thought of everything. We would definitely stay here again. Perfect for a girls trip or family vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun 2025
Thank you so much for your nice review. So glad you enjoyed your stay. Glad you found our house to meet your needs.
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