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Gulf front condo with multiple community pools, a private balcony, & gym

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Amenities
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Location
Host

Very good

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61229 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Air conditioning
Dryer
Washer
Pool
Gym

Explore the area

Gulf Shores, AL

Hangout Music Fest
‪6 min walk‬
Gulf Shores Beach
‪6 min walk‬
Waterville USA
‪19 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

About this property

Gulf front condo with multiple community pools, a private balcony, & gym

San Carlos 1208

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Make yourself at home San Carlos #1208 and create memories that will last a lifetime! Watch unforgettable sunsets from your very own furnished balcony and feel the stress leave your body as you enjoy the delicious ocean breeze. Treat your friends to delicious beach snacks and meals thanks to the fully-equipped kitchen before heading to one of the shared swimming pools available. If you're too tired after spending the day at the beach or strolling around Gulf Shores, take advantage of the shared sauna and let your body rest before going to bed.

The Alabama Gulf State Park and fishing pier are a stone's throw from your vacation rental in case you're looking for fun, outdoor activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, hiking, and biking. Pack your clubs and hit the links at the Craft Farms and Peninsula golf courses, or visit Waterville USA, which offers 17 water slides, a lazy river, a wave pool, Shrimp Boat Village, Wa-Wa World, and Flowrider! Waterville is also an amusement park featuring attractions like the Nascart Go-Carts, Cannonball Run roller coaster, 36 holes of miniature golf, Trampoline Thing, Fun Depot kiddie rides, the Escape House and a large arcade.

THINGS TO KNOW
All parking passes require a $50 fee.
This condo allows monthly reservations from November 1 - March 15.
This property is managed by Vacasa Alabama LLC.

Parking notes: There is parking available for a fee and charges will apply for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 12.

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Alabama

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool

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Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

Hangout Music Fest - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Gulf Shores Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Waterville USA - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Gulf State Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
Gulf Shores Golf Club - 6 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Hangout - ‬8 min walk
‪Sunliner Diner - ‬10 min walk
‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬13 min walk
‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬12 min walk
‪Gulf Island Grill - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulf front condo with multiple community pools, a private balcony, & gym have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Gulf front condo with multiple community pools, a private balcony, & gym pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulf front condo with multiple community pools, a private balcony, & gym?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf front condo with multiple community pools, a private balcony, & gym?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf front condo with multiple community pools, a private balcony, & gym located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Orange Beach Beaches and Gulf Adventure Center at Gulf State Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

8.2

Very good

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7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

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8/10 Good

Katie M.

26 Jun, 2025

San Carlos 1208

Loved our view from the balcony. Headboard doesn’t seem like it’s attached to bed in master bedroom and mattress wasn’t that comfortable. Every-time my husband rolled over I felt like I was on a trampoline, but other than that we enjoyed our stay and had a great time.

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6/10 Okay

Andrea L.

26 May, 2025

Not pleased on this visit...

We love San Carlos Condos but we will stay in a different unit next time. We love the view, location, pool, and amenities.

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

9 Oct, 2024

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

San Carlos

Great location! Nice condo! Will definitely go back

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

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4/10 Poor

Clay M.

11 May, 2025

Below Average Unit and Stay

Upon arrival, the ceiling paint was flaking off and there was ceiling plaster in the floor in the kitchen/dining room and master bedroom. There was a sticky note stating repairs were scheduled that looked like it had been there for months. We never received any heads up or notice about the ceiling issues until we arrived. The rug in the living room was nasty and had clearly been there for years. All the furniture was old and worn out. The decor was out of style and walls had damage to most of the paint. I would recommend some major upgrades/repairs to this rental. San Carlos is a very nice condo but this was by far the worst rental we’ve stayed in at this property.

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8/10 Good

Susan K.

7 Feb, 2024

Great Beach Location

The layout of the condo was really great.

6/10 Okay

Brad L.

22 Jun, 2025

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

No words

The condo was filthy. Spots on the counter tops. The floors were so dirty we had to either wear socks or shoes to keep our feet from being black on the bottom. The curtain rod in the guest bedroom was almost completely off the wall and curtains would not stay closed so we had to use a chair clip to keep them closed. The two twin head boards were NOT connected to the bed frame and everyone you barely moved in the bed the head boards banged up against the walls so to fix that we had to put pillows between the wall and the head boards. The dryer would not cut off so we had to set timers when we put clothes in the dryer. The whole condo had a mold smell. We had keep a candle lit whenever we were in there. The frying pans were not cleaned. They had been put away dirty. The couch and chairs were filthy along with the rug in the living room. We have been coming to Gulf Shores for 50 years and this is dirtiest place we have stayed. I will not recommend this place. I do have pictures. We will just stick with our usual places we stay and not venture out again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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8/10 Good

Nancy B.

8 Nov, 2024

Gorgeous View

Ideal place to relax and enjoy the gulf. We had an issue with the balcony door and Liz was helpful and friendly. It was our oversight. There was plenty of room inside and on the balcony.

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8/10 Good

Shannon N.

1 Nov, 2023

Very enjoyable stay!

The condo had everything we needed for an enjoyable stay. LOVED the views from the balcony (brought our binoculars and used them a ton)! Beach access and location doesn't get better than this!

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian C.

12 Mar, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

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4/10 Poor

Jim O.

25 Mar, 2024

Not happy with function & appearance

We had excellent beach view & access, the good heat & A/C, hot water

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6/10 Okay

joanne N.

18 Dec, 2023

View from the 12 th floor. Was lovely

Great view. The unit was a bit dated. Needs some TLC. The San Carlos is located within a cluster of high rise condos. Off season beach area was pleasantly sparse. Would be nice to provide a beach chair area to leave Sandy chairs and towels.

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2/10 Terrible

Dakota H.

29 May, 2025

First time Vacasa rental. Worst experience

I received my door code the day before through the app. Upon arrival at 1615 the door code did not work. Thankfully the customer service worker on the 3rd floor provided me with instructions and a phone number to call. I had to call customer service gain access to my room. If I had arrived a couple of hours later, I was told that customer service would not have been able to correct my door code. This unit is in dire need of repairs. The door frame is ripped at least an inch off the master bedroom wall, showing exposed nails or staples. The dryer only works on certain settings. The ceiling has serious water damage that has been half way repaired in the living room and master. The balcony doors did not lock. IF YOU ARE AWARE OF THIS, POST IT IN THE RENTAL’S DESCRIPTION. DO NOT LEAVE STICKY NOTES ABOUT IT TO THE RENTER TO FIND AFTER YOU HAVE MY MONEY. The only positive I can say about this is that the beds were made, appeared clean, and I was provided towels and limited toiletries. Overall, I’ve lost trust in the management of this property. Vacasa does not post honest listings describing the state of the condo. Don’t book it. To Vacasa- I did not contact you regarding the state of the room during my stay because there’s nothing you could’ve done for the 4 days I was there to replace or repair a dryer, fix water damage, or fix a door frame that was near ripped off the wall. I’ve seen motel 6 rooms with less damage. The consumer deserves an honest listing

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2/10 Terrible

Gary R.

24 Mar, 2024

Don’t book this unit

It is old, dirty and poorly maintained. Management hasn’t addressed issues that have been brought up for years.

4/10 Poor

Carlton S.

7 May, 2023

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Worn out!

Distressed property. Broken floor tile, beat up paint, ice maker on the fritz, dryer didn’t work, etc.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

stephanie s.

26 Oct, 2016

Long weekend fall break

Room was nice. View was great! The room was supposed to sleep 6 with a sofa sleeper; however, the sofa sleeper was broken.. Two of us had to sleep on the floor. I feel like it was known that the sleeper was broken because the rail that was broken off was placed under the couch. If sleeper is replaced, room would be great.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2016

6/10 Okay

Sean M.

2 May, 2022

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

San Carlos, Gulf Shores

Overall, condo is beautiful, showing some wear, bed was very uncomfortable, squeaky, needs new sofa and chair in living area, cushions stained, sinks when sitting, indoor jacuzzi tub didn’t work, shower door and patio doors don’t latch properly. Floor tiles are broken, needs work! Disappointed!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

4/10 Poor

Pam K.

25 Jun, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Not Exactly As Expected

What can you say about a property that didn’t have even the basics such as toilet paper!! No kidding - when we checked into the unit there was no toilet paper anywhere. Not only that, but the kitchen didn’t even have the basics such as glasses and cookware - not even a sheet pan or pizza pan not to mention very many cooking utensils. I give the manager in the VACASA office 10 stars however because when we let her know that we needed wash cloths and toilet paper she had it all waiting for us to pick up at the office down the street. Not only that, she showed up later with glassware, cutting boards, utensils and cookware for us. I am so sorry we didn’t get her name because she was awesome. Whoever owns this unit needs to take more pride in it. Broken tiles, a sliding door that was almost impossible to close, a shower door that was wonky and a garbage disposal that doesn’t work gives the appearance that they really don’t care. I speak wit experience because we own a vacation rental in Gatlinburg and would NEVER allow our property to get in such shape. We always make certain the kitchen is stocked with anything and everything someone might possibly need during their stay. We will definitely rent from VACASA again but will never book this unit in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi B.

16 May, 2025

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

Girls trip

This condo fit what we needed. Kitchen had all the cooking supplies and utensils. This was the first rental I have stayed in that did not have any seasonings available. Fortunately we are out for dinner so we didn’t notice too much. The view was great and the beds were comfy. Couldn’t figure out the jetted tub but still used it to soak.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

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8/10 Good

EDGAR A.

10 Sept, 2024

Great condo

I loved the 12th floor views. They were great. My only complaint isn't with the condo, but other renters in the building. The Marijuana smoke at night on the balcony was so strong, you can't stay outside very long. This was the 2nd year in a row I've dealt with it.

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10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

4 Jun, 2024

The perfect getaway

We absolutely love this place. Blew out expectations out of the water. Located in a great area with things within walking distance and the access to the beach was perfect with us and our kids. Would 10/10 recommend.

8/10 Good

Cheryl T.

15 Nov, 2023

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

Trigg family 10/21/23

I have stayed here multiple times; could use some refreshing & more comfortable chairs. On arrival, I received a text asking about any issues with condo. I had a few & most were addressed ASAP. A representative was sent and EJ was friendly & helpful. Very pleased with service. I will stay here again! Please report issues or they can’t be fixed!

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl T.

31 Oct, 2022

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

We have stayed in 1208 before. Great condo but needs a little TLC. Would stay again.

Excellent location with easy communication with property manager. Booking was easy.

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Rita H.

11 Oct, 2022

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Why pay Mid range prices for low-end accommodations. Positives and Negatives

We all say we don't spend that much time in the condo, but I still want to know I'm getting the value I'm paying for... Management Company: Vacasa needs to go. I've never had to provide personal information to the Management Company to get access to a condo. I've used VRBO several times now, and once paid, all has been good. Vacasa said they needed to know who was going to be in their property. Well, just because I can tell you where I lived in 1974, doesn't mean I'm the one going to your property. Too invasive for no good reason. Building: Pool and rest rooms are nice. Elevators are fast and hardly had to wait for them. Poorly insulated. Nothing done to mute noises from condo above. Whenever anyone flushes a toilet, you can hear it through the walls. Reminiscent of old hotels. Condo Positives: Great location - very convenient Excellent view from balcony Master bed is firm but comfy Shower water pressure and temp are very good Condo Opportunities ( I have pics but can't upload to review): Serious need of TLC Microwave has sign - do not use. They do have a new one on the counter as a substitute. Kitchen ceiling tray has extensive dust balls Floor tiles (as mentioned on another review) are loose. Carpets and area rug are filthy. I wouldn't walk in bare feet. Tile grout in high traffic areas is dark black versus light gray in areas of non use. Master bedroom light cover missing, but the lightbulbs work. The many artificial plants are old, dusty and really just need to go. The master bedroom shower door does not close all the way. Furniture in kitchen/living room not comfy. My husband sat in the accent chair and his bottom nearly hit the floor. Pantry door paint by handle is worn to the bare wood. The Condo needs a deep clean, repairs and updating.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Kelly A.

10 Oct, 2022

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Outdated property

We loved the condo Building San Carlos Condos. Our unit 1208 for the price needs major update. The Carpet in the bedrooms are nasty. Full of stains. Master bed mattress is uncomfortable. Furniture in living room is worn out and uncomfortable. The decor is very outdated along with the colors for the price it’s being rented. . I would not rent this unit again but I would rent a more satisfying unit at San Carlos.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Craig M.

6 Oct, 2022

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Gulf Shores

This condo was in a great location (within walking distance) to restaurants and shopping. The views of the Gulf were incredible. The unit itself could use some updating. The shower door in master bathroom didn’t close, the blender was broken, and there were no extra sheets or blankets for the fold out bed. We found several items from previous guests under chairs, bed, etc. so cleaning crew is a little suspect. Towels provided were so cheap and thin you could see thru them. Despite all this the stay was ok, and the overall complex is great.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022