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Southern Sands 104 ~ Excellent Gulf View ~ On the beach ~ Walk to dining & entertainment!

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Pool
Smart TV available in living room
Dining table and chairs
Living room entertainment area
Master bedroom - Queen

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪14 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Southern Sands 104 ~ Excellent Gulf View ~ On the beach ~ Walk to dining & entertainment!

Close to Town; Ultra Low-Density on the Beach; Only 18 Condos!.

Welcome to Southern Sands 104! NEW 43" SMART TV in Living Room!

Southern Sands is now entirely SMOKE-FREE; there is a covered, designated smoking area next to the BBQ area. No smoking allowed anywhere else, including balconies.

Prime location in the heart of Gulf Shores and easy walking to popular downtown sites! Southern Sands is the ideal spot for famililes! Low density complex - only 18 units - complex is directly on the beach. Island Outfitters directly across the street. Ice cream/snowcone/deli store 1/2 block away!

Enjoy the views of the gulf, beach, and private pool at this 2Br/2Ba, 1st floor condo on scenic West Beach. Cozy, coastal colors with recent enhancements to the furnishings and decor throughout.

Unit is fully tiled. This recently updated condo has a private balcony overlooking the pool, beach and gulf. Equipped with all appliances, whirlpool tub in master bath, ice maker, 3-Cable Flatscreen TVs (living room - 43" Smart TV with Netflix, HULU - user account required), VCR, (3)DVD, CD-Stereo. Both regular and Keurig coffee makers!

Complex has Elevator, BBQ grilling area, Full size Washer/Dryer available -credit/debit card service on each floor ($1.50/cycle).

*Elevator will be down until mid March*

Parking Permits are $42/ea(2 MAX). Parking Permits are $52/ea(2 MAX) during Hangout Festival.

Bedding is:
Master: Queen
Bedroom 2: 2 Twin
Sleeper Sofa: Queen

Approx Area: 1,000 Sq Ft

Gulf Shores Alabama Beach Front Vacation Rentals by Gulfsands Rentals. Please give us a call or book online for reservations today!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

Pets are not allowed.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Renter/occupant min age 25 years;must stay in unit

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1264478vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near theme parks and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore The Wharf. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving 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

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wade Ward Nature Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gulf State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Waterville USA - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Southern Sands 104 ~ Excellent Gulf View ~ On the beach ~ Walk to dining & entertainment! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Southern Sands 104 ~ Excellent Gulf View ~ On the beach ~ Walk to dining & entertainment! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Southern Sands 104 ~ Excellent Gulf View ~ On the beach ~ Walk to dining & entertainment!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Southern Sands 104 ~ Excellent Gulf View ~ On the beach ~ Walk to dining & entertainment!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Southern Sands 104 ~ Excellent Gulf View ~ On the beach ~ Walk to dining & entertainment! located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 42 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy B.

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

Perfect Location

Love the layout of the condo and all the windows and location!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Can walk right down to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terra C.

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

Great location

Great location and not overly crowded, which we really appreciated. Our only suggestion would be to add a dock or walkway over the dune - getting to and from the beach was a bit tricky without one.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for the great review! We're glad you enjoyed the peaceful location -Southern Sands is definitely a gem when it comes to avoiding the crowds. We really appreciate your suggestion about a walkway over the dune. While we don’t control that area directly, we’ll be sure to pass the feedback along to the association for consideration. Thanks again for staying with us - we’d love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valyndra A.

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

Great short stay

Overall our stay was great! Loved the direct beach access and pool. Great for our short stay! Was very easy to get to and had lots of things within walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug, 2024
Thanks so much for the glowing review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the beach access and pool—it's great to hear our little slice of paradise made your short stay so memorable. If you’re ever in need of another quick getaway, we’ll be ready to welcome you back with open arms and a beach towel or two!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Jessica

We stayed here while my daughter played in Beach fest. Perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

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

Labor Day Get - Away

We enjoyed the condo, great location and within walking distance to many fun places!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your great review. We appreciate the compliments and are delighted you enjoyed the property. You were the perfect guests and we look forward to welcoming you back to deliver another 5-star experience!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Gulf Shores

This property was clean and just the right size for our visit. This was our first VRBO and we were pleasantly surprised with how easy it was to book. This was way better than a hotel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Hi Michael, we are are thrilled to hear that and look forward to welcoming you back on your next trip!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah p.

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

Great beach weekend

The property was the perfect size for our weekend getaway. We loved the location and the fact it was so close to the hangout. The pizza/ice cream place being across the street was another big plus for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2023
We are so happy to know of your enjoyment - the location REALLY is awesome. We hope to see you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

It was the perfect condo for our "Girl's Only Trip"

Beautiful condo. Perfect accommodations. So close to the beach!!!! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your review. We appreciate the compliments and are delighted to know you enjoyed Southern Sands 104 for your girls trip. We look forward to welcoming you back to the beach!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

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

Perfect condo!

Listing was better than the pics. Great location and access to the beach was fantastic! The only inconvenience was having to check in in a location that was not the same as the property but other than that it was great! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your great review. We appreciate the compliments and are delighted you enjoyed Southern Sands 104. We look forward to welcoming you back
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey T.

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

Great location!

Great view, right on beach. Easy Walk to main beach area, restaurants, and shopping. Spacious condo. Big bedrooms. Newly updated and clean. Would rent again
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar, 2024
Thanks for the great review! You were the perfect guests and welcome back anytime.
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori O.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location

Love the location! Condo was good. No complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Martin L M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
The amenities were not o.k. The dishwasher was so loud we had to leave the condo to run it. The first floor laundry did not work the entire time we were there. The condo was very dirty. We spent the first week cleaning. No cleaning products were provided, we had to buy a mop, broom, dust pan, toilet brush, and screws to fix the dishwasher. The heat vents were covered with mold and cobwebs. We took those off and scrubbed them, and put them back up. We could hear everything coming from the unit above...including the toilet. The refrigerator bottom shelf is broken.
Living room vent
Bathroom ceiling
Living room vent
Kitchen ceiling
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr, 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear the stay did not meet expectations. Our team thoroughly inspects and prepares the property prior to each arrival, and we’re always available during a stay to address any concerns as they arise. We did not receive any reports of these issues during your month-long stay. Had we been made aware, we would have promptly addressed items such as the dishwasher, housekeeping concerns, or maintenance needs. We provide a starter set of supplies for guest convenience, as noted in our pre-arrival information. Standard cleaning items such as a broom, mop, and dustpan are also provided in each unit, and our team is always happy to assist if anything is missing or needs to be replaced. We appreciate your feedback and will pass it along to the owner when considering future improvements.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer D.

Don’t over look this one!

This unit is really nice especially for the price. I feel that the pictures online don’t do it justice. The building it is in is a bit older but this place is great if you’re looking for something a bit cheaper and smaller. The thing I noticed the most was how clean the unit was, it was completely spotless. And the rental company was outstanding! Everyone was very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
We are delighted you enjoyed Southern Sands 104! Our goal is to consistently deliver the best vacation rentals, in prime locations, at the best price and its gratifying to know we hit our mark. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Irina D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Close to the beach but dirty

Pros - close to the beach - pool - parking in the shadow - simple and easy Check-in - ok furniture Cons - dirty walls, cabinets, furniture, mirrors, fans, pots - they require to wash the dishes but we couldn’t use them bcs they were really dirty already - mirror in the living room is broken - floor fan in the bedroom was not working, ceiling fan was making so much noise so we couldn’t use it
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Hi Irina, thanks for your review. We are happy to know you enjoyed the location, pool, & check-in process. Please let us know while you are here if you ever encounter any issues. This is a wonderful, popular unit that has many repeat guests year after year so your review surprised us. We are here to help and housekeeping has been notified of your feedback.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Great view, that’s the only amenity this room offers. The room was dirty. Walls had dust all over them. Dust balls under the comforter the first night we arrived. Very minimal supplies compared to the other rooms we visited. (Our family had 5 rooms total this week) ours was by far the worst room. To top it off the cleaning lady had her child with her and while cleaning the room and we left at 4:30am and got a call at 9:45am trying to accuse my family and I that we broke a lamp , thank god we still had family there that went to go look into this issue and the cleaning lady seemed surprised about the situation. Needless to say we will never stay at gulf sands again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct, 2025
We’re sorry to hear this guest felt disappointed with their stay. After checkout, our cleaner found a lamp shattered on the floor and, as part of standard procedure, we reached out to ask what might have happened. Unfortunately, that inquiry appears to have caused some misunderstanding. The cleaner -who has worked with our trusted cleaning partner company for many years - reported the damage upon arrival and never made an accusation. During their stay, we did not receive any reports of cleanliness or supply concerns, and we wish the guest had reached out so we could have addressed anything right away. This is one of our most popular units, and we take both cleanliness and communication very seriously. We appreciate the feedback and will continue working to ensure every guest has a positive experience and wish them the best in their future travels.
Verified

8/10 Good

Ruth M.

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

August in Gulf Shores

We had a good time because of the location of the property, cleanliness, pool, and easy access to the Gulf. The view from the porch was great. However, the porch chairs could have been clean. The kitchen was okay, but it needs to have the lower cabinet where the pots and pans are to be cleaner. The twin beds were very good, but the Queen bedroom mattress is old. These are just construtive comments. We had a nice time and hope to return again. Thank you, Ruth Mahoney
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thanks Ruth, that is very helpful feedback! Thanks for your comments and glad you had a nice time. We hope to see you back again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary Pat V.

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

Nice place in Gulf Shores

I really like the small size of the complex. It never felt crowded and overwhelmed with people. The unit itself was fine with a nice view of the gulf and the swimming pool. Don't expect a luxury condo, but a very basic place to stay at the beach. The kitchen could have been stocked a little better, but we made do with what was there. We did have to go buy a large skillet since the one there was so old and worn out, there was no way to cook in it. Overall, it was a nice place to stay and the price was right. I also like that Gulfsands Rentals was very clear with their instructions and requirements.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug, 2024
🌟 Thanks for the great review! 🌟 We’re delighted you enjoyed the small and cozy vibe of our complex and appreciated the beautiful Gulf view and pool. 🏝️✨ While we’re sorry to hear the kitchen essentials weren’t quite up to snuff, we’re glad you managed to whip up some tasty meals! We’ll definitely take your feedback to heart and work on upgrading our kitchen gear. It’s wonderful to know that we made your stay easy and clear. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again for another relaxing beach getaway to turn your 4-star into a 5-star experience!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh F.

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

Great place for the price!

We enjoyed our stay and thought the unit was great at a budget friendly price. Overall the complex is in need of some updating as it is an older place. Balconies definitely need a facelift. Our unit was very nicely decorated and comfortable. Cleaning staff could be better. Master bath shower liner had a little mold and air return vent looked like it had never been cleaned. Other than that, our unit was quite nice! We had a view of the gulf and overlooked the pool and enjoyed our stay. For the price and location would definitely stay there again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
We are delighted you enjoyed Southern Sands 104! Our goal is to consistently deliver the best vacation rentals, in prime locations, at the best price and its gratifying to know we hit our mark. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Fall Break stay

The check in process could be emailed instead of stopping by the separate location. Everything else was great!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alberto B.

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

Nice summer vacation

Nice cozy place to stay at.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis S.

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

Pretty good stay

Overall this was a great spot to stay. I loved the fact that it is a smaller condominium with only about 18 rooms, 3 floors. This made it super quick to get on the elevator and not a lot of traffic, with plenty of carts for arrival and check out. There are washer and dryers on each floor that have a debit card machine which is super nice for people like me who do not carry around cash or quarters. The only negative I have is that there was a little bit of miscommunication with the property managers I would assume. I paid in full and then received an email in my junk about sending in my DL, and obviously did not see this. In response they had mentioned that they had sent multiple emails(which I did not receive) therefore, the day before my stay, this is when I went searching for emails and found it in my junk mail. Besides that, our stay was pretty good. I do think this unit could benefit from a king bed in the master and full beds or even bunk beds in the other bedroom. I personally think this would make it where you had more room. There is a pull out couch as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Janai S.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

SPRING BREAK 2022

The property is managed by a property manager, kind of a hassle to get the codes. Had to wait 30min at the Property manager office to confirm our ID's, this is after I called 45min ahead of time to avoid waiting. I also paid a fee to check in after office hours. When we arrived at the condo the hater didn't work. We called the after hours and they were helpful and said that they would send someone to look at it. We left to get something to eat and returned and the heater was working. We are not sure if it started to work on it's own or someone actually came. I was just happy it was working because it was 52 in the the condo. The other negative was that the comforters were disgusting. The comforters were on in the closets. When getting them out and put on the beds ours had a large stain on it, it looked to be old blood. The other room with the twin beds had quilts and they were dirty as well. We went to Target and bought blankets. Also the condo was dirty, not disgusting like the linens but needs a good deep cleaning. Lastly they were renovating the outside and they began early in the mooring and you could hear them working. Other than those issues the location was great. Not sure I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Vrbo?

We have stayed at this complex a total of 3 times in different condos and this one was are least favorite.We like the low density and close proximity of the complex and that’s what draws us to the complex.We love using Vrbo because you deal with the owners strictly but this is not a true Vrbo because you still deal with a management company which changes everything.We have used Vrbo for years and have never had to deal with a management company and what we noticed other than have to go by and get code for door which doesn’t sound like a big deal it’s just another thing to deal with on the most hectic day of vacation.The condo didn’t have that pride of ownership and it showed!The unit was dirty period!The cleaning person didn’t do practically nothing.I thought we were still under the Covid cleaning restrictions?There were crumbs and hair on the couch,floor wasn’t mopped or swept properly,dishwasher had sticky stuff on it.The Mirror that covers one whole wall in the living room has fingerprints and I guess faceprints on it.The master bath toilet needs to be remounted it moves around so you have to be very careful when using it.There was not one door mat in the whole house!The one was a bath towel mat for getting out to the shower.So we were constantly sweeping.Try coming in from the beach and not wiping your feet before coming in.The unit didn’t have a blender it had a food processor that looked like it came from a garage sale along with the pots and pans.So much for mixing drinks.I thought that a blender in a condo on the beach was a no brainer!Overall the condo is in dire need of updating although the commits said it was recently done??Cabinet paint is thin and very dirty.As for the complex it needs some attention.The elevator is a year out of inspection from what the sign said in the elevator and it was sketchy.It would try to move before door would close and sometimes door would close it the middle of walking into it which caused use to use stairs because we didn’t want to take chance of getting stuck in it.We also had to pay 3 times to wash one load of laundry.I would hope that after reading this review the owner would address these issues before any other families have the same experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
We appreciate all guests who take the time to leave their comments. This is a firm 4/5 star unit. See all prior reviews. This is a highly popular unit with many repeat guests. Please know the owners regularly make updates with new living furniture as the most recent addition. Please know we will address any issues encountered during a guests stay. We can only hope this guest returns to our white sand beaches, and we wish them the best in their future endeavors.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne F.

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

Prefect location

Second time we have stayed at this property. Does not disappoint. Easy walk to beach. Balancy view of the ocean & pool. Walking distance to stores.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

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