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Perfect Location ~ Ocean Reef 601 ~ On the beach ~ Walk to Dining & Shopping

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Direct access to the balcony from both bedrooms!
Unwind on the sleeper sofa in the living room and enjoy your favorite show on the 50" SMART Tv
Cozy living area with new sleeper sofa and two side chairs.
Living Room - TV
Dining Table and Bar Stools

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪16 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Perfect Location ~ Ocean Reef 601 ~ On the beach ~ Walk to Dining & Shopping

Economy 2BR Condo very close to town, Gulf Views Right on the pool!.

Welcome to Ocean Reef 601!

Ocean Reef in Gulf Shores is in a prime location, within walking distance to the center of town! This cozy 2 bedroom condo is located on the first floor and accommodates up to 6 guests. 2BR/1BA unit has a private balcony with a partial view of the beach. Shops and dining close by and an easy walk to town -- just a few steps to the white sand beach!

Complimentary, free WiFi included. 60" Smart TV available in the living room. This fully equipped vacation home has D/W, 3 Flat Screen TVs, 2 DVD players, icemaker and all appliances.

The master bedroom offers an upgraded king mattress ensuring rest and total comfort. Both bedrooms have access to the private balcony.

Front door opens to beautiful pool alcove. Covered parking for 2 compact cars or 1 full size vehicle, permit required ($32/each); Parking pass(es) will be purchased on-site at the guard shack, which is located in front of the pool, after 4pm CT. The parking pass must be purchased with cash only. BBQ area next to gorgeous pool. Coin-operated Washer/Dryer facility on-site. COMPLEX & POOL RENOVATED!! Recently updated pool decking, paint, siding and roofs for complex.

Bedding is:
Master - King
2nd bedroom - Full/Full Bunkbed

Approx Area: 720 SF

Ocean Reef condos in Gulf Shores.

Gulf Shores Alabama Beach Front Vacation Rentals by Gulfsands. Please call or book online for reservations at Ocean Reef condos 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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: USD 32 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Property # 1264501vb
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
This property accepts cash
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. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Orange Beach Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wade Ward Nature Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gulf State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Waterville USA - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Perfect Location ~ Ocean Reef 601 ~ On the beach ~ Walk to Dining & Shopping have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Perfect Location ~ Ocean Reef 601 ~ On the beach ~ Walk to Dining & Shopping pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Perfect Location ~ Ocean Reef 601 ~ On the beach ~ Walk to Dining & Shopping?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Perfect Location ~ Ocean Reef 601 ~ On the beach ~ Walk to Dining & Shopping?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Perfect Location ~ Ocean Reef 601 ~ On the beach ~ Walk to Dining & Shopping 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

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 55 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanner J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, beautiful beach and pool view. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle E.

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

Family Vacay

We Love the gulf views and easy access to the beach !
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We love Ocean Reef! The location, the beach and the views are some of the best!
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Hi Nancy, thanks for the great review! You are right, the views and location are some of the best!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin F.

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

Great location

Had a blast. Pool was great beach was close. Will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thanks so much! We are gratified to know we hit our mark and provided a 5-star experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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

Amazing stay

This was a wonderful place to stay. The location was perfect. The only complaint I would mention is that the walls are thin. You can hear your neighbors really well. Luckily everything did quiet down by 11 every evening. I would highly recommend this condo.
View from our balcony
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Nice place to stay

Property pictures were exactly what the property looked like. Within walking distance of shops and restaurants. Easy access to the beach and the pool was nice when we didn’t want to go to the beach. We would stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug, 2024
🌟 Thanks for the wonderful review! 🌟 We’re delighted to hear that the property lived up to the pictures and that you enjoyed the convenient location, with shops, restaurants, and easy beach access. 🏖️✨ It’s great to know you made the most of the pool too! We’d love to welcome you back for another fantastic stay. Thanks for your kind words! -Gulfsands Rentals team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colt K.

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

Very nice and clean

Loved being so close to the beach. Pool was very nice. Place is close to several shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2024
Thanks for the glowing review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the beachside vibes and the pool. It’s great to hear you made the most of our prime location near shops and restaurants. We’d love to have you back for another sun-soaked, fun-filled stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

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

Birthday trip

The condo was great. Id definitely like to book again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2024
We’re so glad the condo made your birthday trip special! 🎉 It sounds like it was a great place to celebrate, and we’d love to host you again for another memorable stay. Here’s to more fabulous birthdays in the future!
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great Location

Loved how convenient it was to access the beach, which was our main priority. Good option for a quick trip. Wouldn’t recommend if staying more than a couple of nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Hi Lena, thanks for your review and we are delighted to know that you enjoyed the location & convenience to the beach. We hope to see you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The unit was right on the beach with a nice view from the balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

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

Ocean reef 601

Nice, well kept and clean condo. Short walking distance with easy beach access. Enjoyed our stay. Will visit again in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thanks for the 5-star review! You all were the perfect guests and welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany P.

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

July 2023

great location. close to pool and beach
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Hi Brittany, thanks for the great review! We are so happy to know that you enjoyed the location and proximity to the beach and pool. We hope to have you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vilma c.

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

Spring break

Our stay was great! Property was at a really great location. Only problem was that they were doing work in the condo above allot of noise but worker did apologize. Overall it was a good stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2024
Thanks for the awesome review! We’re thrilled you had a great spring break and enjoyed our prime location. Apologies for the unexpected “drum solo” from the condo above—glad the workers were at least courteous. We look forward to giving you a quieter stay next time!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristin L.

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

A great location for beach access and quiet, but close to several restaurants and shops.

Ocean Reef 601 was easy to find and the parking spot and view directly overlooks the access to the beach. The beach access is literally a 1 minute walk from the condo’s door! Pool and laundry access right outside the door. Location is just 2 blocks from the main drag which kept it quiet from rowdy tourists, but close enough to walk to several restaurants/shops. We would definitely recommend this location to friends.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug, 2024
Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the prime location and easy beach access at Ocean Reef 601. It’s great to hear the convenience of the pool and laundry and the quiet yet accessible setting met your needs. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you and your friends back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN K.

Family vacation

Overall great experience great view of beach short and easy walk to the beach. Close to everything and stores right across the street walking distance! When we arrived the a/c was out and they got it fixed that evening within 2 hours of calling so good customer service we will be staying again!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
We are delighted you enjoyed Ocean Reef 601! 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

Kathy B.

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

Exactly what we needed

We had a chance to go and watch my daughter's team for the college beach volleyball tournament being held outside The Hangout. This place popped up with a great price, perfect fit for sleeping and within walking distance to the courts. We were pleasantly surprised, given the age of the property, at how quaint and comfortable it is. The location is perfect for walking to shops, restaurants and of course, the beach. We would definitely book this place again. Also, it was super clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr, 2025
Thanks so much! We’re so happy the condo was a great fit for your volleyball weekend — sounds like you scored the perfect spot! It’s always great to hear when guests enjoy the location, comfort, and cleanliness. We'd love to have you back anytime you're in town!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

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

Best Wees!

Our vacation was perfect! The weather was the best we’ve ever had in GS! Loved every minute..in spite of Covid-19 restrictions 🙃.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
We are delighted you enjoyed Ocean Reef 601! 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

8/10 Good

June M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Ncaa womens sand Vb get away

Overall good stay. Check-in was confusing as property management is not on premises. But on premise staff was very helpful. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

Perfect!

I loved the condo and the view of the gulf from the balcony was better than I expected. Having a keypad entry was very convenient! We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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

8/10 Good

Charles C.

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

Great location

Overall a great stay. I would not recommend anyone staying that likes piece and quiet. If you get lucky and have considerate neighbors above you’ll enjoy. If not, well…
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taunya S.

Fantastic view

We stayed in unit 601 with our 4 kids and had a great stay. The views were fantastic from each bedroom and the beach was within a few steps - the picture is no lie. The kitchen was well equipped with all we needed. You couldn't beat the location as we took the kids on walks to the souvenir shops, the Hangout, Bahama Bobs, ice cream, etc. Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your review. We are happy to know of your enjoyment! We appreciate the compliments and are delighted you had a wonderful experience. We look forward to welcoming you back to Ocean Reef 601!
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael W.

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

A really nice place to stay!

The location was perfect. The condo could use some updated items in the kitchen. The place was clean, but after taking a shower I noticed my feet would be dirty (not sandy.)They need to have the cleaning crew mop the tile. We would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review Ocean Reef 601. We are happy to know of your enjoyment! We appreciate the feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back to the beach!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelli J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Steps from the sand. Nice pool, responsive manager. Would suggest management consider adding the following missing unexpected items: blow dryer (had to purchase one), non see through curtains in the kids’ room, a blender (this was a real disappointment), colander, and a slotted spoon. Otherwise we had what we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review Ocean Reek 601. We are happy to know of your enjoyment! We appreciate the feedback and look forward to welcoming you back to the beach.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lauri M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
In the original listing, the sofa was a sofa sleeper. We went in expecting our oldest daughter to be able to sleep on that. She cannot bed share with her two little sisters. I was very disappointed when I went to pull out her sleeper bed and it was a very hard couch. She had to spend the week sleeping on a couch that isn’t comfortable at all. I don’t see how this place sleeps 6. 2 people cannot sleep on the top bunk. It felt very shaky and full size beds aren’t made for two adults or even two bigger kids. But we made it work the best we could.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug, 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We do want to clarify that this property has not advertised a sleeper sofa in over a year, and the listing you booked from in June accurately reflects the current bedding setup: a king bed in the master and a full-over-full bunk in the guest room, which together sleep six as described. We’re sorry if there was any confusion, but there was no mention of a sleeper sofa in our listing at the time of your reservation. We also wish you had reached out during your stay — we’re always happy to assist and do everything we can to make guests more comfortable.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce G.

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

Great little condo in Gulf Shores near The Hangout

The condo was very clean and well equipped. Views from the balcony (both bedrooms shared one balcony) were great. The complex had everything you could want, including an ice machine ($3.75 for 10 lbs) and grills. Pool was very clean, lots of shade from the buildings and lots of tables with chairs/umbrellas. Access to the beach was very easy, too. And even though I'm sure the place was full, I didn't hear too much noise (other than the lawn maintenance folks blowing sand off the pavement for a good while) from either the occupants or the street. I really liked the location of this condo within the complex. It had the views, the easy parking and beach access we desired. A/C worked great, kitchen was well stocked and plenty of towels and even an extra set of sheets, if you wanted to use the pull out couch. The owners keep a large dish with shells in it that folks have written little mementos on about their beach visit, which was really cool and the walls were nicely decorated so you didn't feel like you were in a run-of-the mill, chain condo. There was even a "book lending shelf" in one of the closets. And LOTS of channels and movies available on the TV. Like I said in the title - it is walking distance to the Hangout, the public beach access / parking and lots more. Plus, of course, all the Alvin's Islands you could want. All in all, we were very pleased and I would definitely rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your review. We are glad to know how clean it was upon your arrival and also the amazing view. We look forward to host and provide accommodations for your next visit to our area!

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