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DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH~1 BD+Bunk Room~Book 7 or more nights for a 10% discount~

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Living room with large balcony. Gorgeous view of the Gulf of Mexico.
The Lighthouse!
Living area
Private kitchen
Beautiful view of the Gulf of Mexico from the kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Private pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH~1 BD+Bunk Room~Book 7 or more nights for a 10% discount~


**1 Bed and 2 Full Bath Plus Bonus Bunk Room! Sleeps 4-6**

~WELCOME TO OUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME ~ Lighthouse #517

We are owners, not investors - and it shows in our reviews. Newly updated in November 2019, Unit #517 provides floor to ceiling glass with panoramic views of the sandy white beaches and the blue green waters of the Gulf of Mexico as far as the eye can see! Whether you are looking for fun in the sun or a relaxing low key get away, our home away from home is your perfect vacation destination.

When you book with us, you get us! No answering services or message centers. You get my cell phone number and talk directly to the owners. We pride ourselves in being very responsive and ensuring we exceed your expectations.

Located in one of the newest complexes on the Gulf Coast, The Lighthouse offers amenities like none other in the area. Our guests enjoy two oversized zero entry pools with fountains perfect for little ones to play in, as well as hot tubs on either end of the Gulf facing property and two BBQ grilling areas. The Gulf fronting workout facility allows the most dedicated travelers to enjoy a breathtaking view while completing a workout or relaxing in the sauna.

Inside, our open floor plan offers beach views from the kitchen and living room, as well as the Master Suite! Our flexible floor plan allows additional guests to settle in our cozy bunk room with twin/twin professionally built-in bunk beds or snuggle up on the brand new queen size sofa bed with memory gel foam mattress to enjoy a late night movie or an early morning sunrise. There is an additional full bath located directly across the hall from the bunk room to accommodate larger families.

We purchased all new furniture for the living room including the queen size sleeper sofa, bar stools and custom swivel chairs. Oh, and TV's too! Our guests enjoy a 55 inch Smart HD TV in the den and a 37 inch in the Master Suite. The bunk room also has a 19 inch tv as well. Our keyless entry system is designed for easy access for all guests. We send you the door code prior to arrival. Simply save it in your phone or access it from the hospitality tab of your reservation. No more losing keys or juggling trips back up to the condo!

Balcony access from the Master Suite allows guests to enjoy an early morning sunrise or a breathtaking evening sunset from the comfort of our king sized bed. Off the Master Suite you will pass through a dressing area with double vanity sinks and a full walk in closet with a dresser before entering the master bath complete with a full size, jetted, Jacuzzi tub and walk in shower.

You will find everything you need to prepare a gourmet meal including small and large appliances, a crock pot, a knife block, dinnerware, cookware, utensils and most importantly a blender, regular coffee maker, Keurig K-Mini and a wine opener!

For your convenience we have a full size washer and dryer and iron/ironing board inside the condo and wireless internet is always complimentary. In addition to routine cleanings we have our condo professionally cleaned from top to bottom twice a year to ensure it's always in tip top shape!

Thank you for considering our home away from home. We look forward to answering any questions you may have. If you are looking for two condos for your stay or the dates you are looking for are not available, please take a look at our other condo, unit #416, at www.vrbo.com/964835..

*Please note that the Lighthouse HOA requires all guests to purchase a parking pass from security upon arrival (effective 3/01/2024 $50.00/car) for the duration of your stay and guests are limited to two passes per visit.*

*The Lighthouse is a smoke free facility and you must be 25 years of age to rent here. Absolutely no refunds if your age is misrepresented**

**Effective 3/1/20 to add an additional layer of security and to ensure our common areas are maintained and used for our guests only, guests ages 12 and older will be required to wear red wristbands inside our gated common areas. Red wristbands can be found in a bowl on the kitchen counter upon arrival. Please return the wrist bands to the bowl in the kitchen upon departure. If you need additional wrist bands please proceed to the office on the 2nd floor. Wristbands must be worn from March - October - our busiest season - to ensure the exclusivity of our resort. Thank you for your cooperation in this regard!**

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: (if you're question is not answered here, please feel free to email me)
1. What Linens are included? – We provide linens for beds, bath towels, wash cloths and a few throw blankets. Please bring your own beach towels.

2. What household supplies are provided? – We get you started with 1 paper towel roll, 1 roll of toilet paper per bathroom, 1 soap per bathroom, 1 mini dish detergent, 1 dishwasher pod, 1 laundry detergent pod, 1 kitchen trash bag and 1 trash liner per bathroom.

3. What does the kitchen include? –The kitchen is stocked with everything you would expect in a normal kitchen plus a blender, toaster, slow cooker, various size pots & pans, wine glasses, a Keurig, and a regular coffee pot. We also provide salt, pepper and sugar.

4. Do you provide a grill? – There are charcoal grills on the East and West side of the property.

5. Do you allow pets? – No. Under no circumstances do we allow pets. Service animals are accepted with accompanying paperwork.

6. What amenities are on site? – We have 3 pools, two hot tubs, a sauna and a gym. The two outdoor pools are olympic sized and the indoor pool is heated.

7. When is final payment due? - 45 days before check in, no exceptions.

8. Can we split payments? – Yes, you make request two or three payment plan.

9. When will I get the address and condo access info? - Address, door code, and helpful hints about Gulf Shores will be sent in a separate email after final payment is made. The door code will be sent the day before your arrival date.

10. What time is check-in and check-out? – You may check in any time after 4pm and you must checkout prior to 10am on the day of your departure. Late check out fees do apply.

11. How do cancellations work? - Cancellations or shortened stays that are made more than 30 days prior to the arrival date will be fully refunded. Cancellations or changes that are made within 14 and 30 days before check-in, will receive a 50% refund. Otherwise, changes or cancellations made 14 days prior to arrival date are non-refundable.

12. Do you provide travel insurance? - If cancellation is a concern, we recommend the purchase of Cancellation Protection from CSA (this does not go through us). CSA can be reached at 1-800-349-8218.

13. Can I cancel if the weather is bad? – Cancellations due to weather will not be refunded unless it is a Category 1 or above named hurricane. See Rental Agreement.

14. What TV package / channels do you provide? – We have a SMART TV and provide the highest package that our cable provider has.

15. What type of internet to you provide? – We provide unlimited cable internet with Wi-Fi. Password is provided with check in information.

16. Do you ever reduce the stated prices – On occasion, if upcoming unsold dates remain, we may reduce prices for those unsold dates. That will already be reflected in the pricing that you see here.

17. Are there any days where Check-in or Check-out is not permitted? - The only 2 days that we do not allow check-in or check-out is Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day.

18. What amenities do you provide in the condo? - Guests are free to use our family friendly games, and DVDs.

19. What additional items should we bring: - pool towels, sunscreen, goggles, extra paper towels, toilet paper, trash liners, paper plates, seasonings, foil or ziplock bags.

20. Ice?- The Lighthouse has an ice machine in the parking garage on your way to the beach. It accepts credit cards.

21. Parking? - Two parking spaces are available per reservation. Parking passes must be purchased from security upon arrival. The cost is $50/car (effective 3/01/2024 $50/car), the pass is good for the duration of your stay. “Parking Pass Cost is Subject to Change Without Notice”.

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About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near theme parks and on 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 kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gulf State Park Fishing Pier - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Orange Beach Beaches - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬18 min walk

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 319 out of 329 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 329 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 329 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 329 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 329 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view of the ocean!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krystal M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second year staying at this property with this host. Everything was great with the property and communication with the host! Highly recommend and look forward to our future stay
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr, 2026
Thank you for this wonderful review. It means so much to us to have guests come back. We are absolutley looking forward to hosting you again:)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful condo right on the beach. Large deck with great views and several seating areas. Kitchen had everything we needed and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, clean stay. Room was as described. Beach is right there and the view is fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr, 2026
I am so glad that you all enjoyed your stay. We hope to host you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful view and we had the best host! She made the room feel like it was another home and had fun board games for the family to play! We had the best week and celebrated our son’s second birthday during our stay. I was even able to bake his birthday cake since she had the pans available for me!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lighthouse 517 was awesome! Pictured as Is. Great location for beach and/or bars and restaurants. Condo well equipped except for beach umbrella. Available for rent but pricey. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Room was great. Very nice with a great view of the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2026
you are right, the views are amazing!! I am so happy you enjoyed your stay:) cant eait to have you back
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2026
Thank you, we hope to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This unit was everything as advertised. It was an awesome trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2026
Thank you! We cant wait to have you back
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colton G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean room, beautiful view of the ocean, great balcony. Amazing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct, 2025
Amazing stay! Love seeing this in a review. We are so glad it was wonderful! Hope to have you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Lighthouse condo building is older, but it feels very family oriented and safe. Host was responsive when contacted. Condo apartment was fabulous & exactly as pictured. Very clean & had all of the things we needed for the week. Loved the decor!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2026
So Happy you loved the decor and you had everything you needed. We hope to have you stay agin in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vonda V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this condo! It was so nice inside and had an amazing view outside! We could walk a long ways on the beach and enjoyed the beautiful sunsets!There was a lot to do in the area within 15 minutes too!The host was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2026
Thank you for the greta review! Yes, the condo is in a great location of Gulf Shores. The view from the balcony is beautiful!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

edward w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as expected or better. Location was great for walking the beach or to town. Sunrises were fantastic but couldn’t see sundowns from the condo. We would stay there again!!
Our wake up each morning
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2026
Everything better than expected! Music to my ears:) Thank you. We cant wait to have you back and thank you for posting the beautiful picture of the sunrising!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey & Stacy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was just as described, helped us check in a day early and was great location! Elevator was out on our end (which office could’ve mentioned on check in..not owners fault) but there were others easily accessible and was a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2026
Glad we could get you guys in a day earlier! Love when that works out. We are glad you had a great stay. Look forward to having you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious and clean!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2026
Thank you! We hope to have you stay agin in the future
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Minnie was very easy to work with and answered my emails in a very timely manner.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2026
Thank you, I do my best to respond to my guests as quickly as I can. I am so happy you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the decor and cleanliness of the condo. You can walk to many restaurants and a short drive to Orange Beach. It's a perfect location!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2025
I am so glad you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to having you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

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

Excellent stay

Place was exactly as described. Great view and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May, 2025
Definitely stay again! Music to my ears:) Nathan we can't wait to host you again. We are so glad you had a wonderful stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing condo for our vacation!!! Very clean and right on the beach. Everything was perfect. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2025
Highly recommend, Thank you! I couldn't ask for anything more. So glad you enjoyed the condo. We look forward to having you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Condo was lovely with a beautiful view of the beach. Close to many restaurants. Pools were great.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2025
The view from the balcony is beautiful! We are so happy you had such a wonderful stay. We hope to have you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

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

Great place

Beautiful and clean great place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept, 2023
Beautiful and clean, exactly what I love to hear from all of my guests. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to have you back in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a great time! The condo was welcoming, spotless, and had everything we needed. It truly felt like a home away from home! We will be back next year!
Moonlit beach view from balcony.
Beach and clear waters!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2025
Home away from home, love this! That is how I want all of our guests to feel when they stay. We cant wait to have you back next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bethany L.

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

Perfect for a girlfriend getaway

We loved our stay. Beach pool and jacuzzi very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May, 2025
Bethany, I am so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope too have you back in the future:)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Pre memorial day stay

Lovely condo on the beach
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2025
We are directly on the beach and it is beautiful! Glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to have you back for your next beach vacation.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful condo and the owner left me a wonderful gift. Highly recommend! I will be back next year. Thank you Minnie!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar, 2026
You are welcome! I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to have you back in the futre.
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