Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Firepit available
One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Orange Beach Beaches
12 bedrooms14 bathroomsSleeps 44
Popular amenities
On beach
Private pool
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Orange Beach, AL
Orange Beach Beaches
Place, Orange Beach Beaches
1 min walk
Gulf State Park
Place, Gulf State Park
5 min walk
Perdido Beach Boulevard
Place, Perdido Beach Boulevard
8 min walk
Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
Airport, Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)
67 min drive
Rooms & beds
12 bedrooms (sleeps 44)
2nd Flr NE BR
1 King Bed
2nd Flr NW BR
1 King Bed
3rd Flr Middle N BR
2 Single Bunk Beds
3rd Flr Middle S BR
2 Single Bunk Beds
3rd Flr NE BR
1 King Bed
3rd Flr NW BR
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
3rd Flr SW BR
1 King Bed
4th Flr Middle N BR
2 Single Bunk Beds
4th Flr Middle S BR
2 Single Bunk Beds
4th Flr NE BR
1 King Bed
4th Flr NW BR
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
4th Flr SW BR
1 King Bed
14 bathrooms
2nd Flr NE BR Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
2nd Flr NW BR Bath
Toilet · Shower only
3rd Flr Bonus Room Bath
Toilet · Shower only
3rd Flr Hallway Bath
Toilet · Shower only
3rd Flr Hollywood Bath
Toilet · Shower only
3rd Flr NE BR Bath
Toilet · Shower only
3rd Flr NW BR Bath
Toilet · Shower only
3rd Flr SW BR Bath
Toilet · Shower only
4th Flr Bonus Room Bath
Toilet · Shower only
4th Flr Hallway Bath
Toilet · Shower only
4th Flr Hollywood Bath
Toilet · Shower only
4th Flr NE BR Bath
Toilet · Shower only
4th Flr NW BR Bath
Toilet · Shower only
4th Flr SW BR Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
The Sapphire. 12BR 14BA Luxury Beachfront Home. Elevator. Very nice. Pool. More.
The Sapphire at the Cottages at Romar 23150 Perdido Beach #10
2026-05-09 Huge discount on RARE last minute summer week opening. Over 30% off. Grab it fast. Your chance to stay in this fab place for a steal!
Sapphire is a truly wonderful 12BR 14BA, upscale, stand-alone, beachfront home. Private Community Pools. Elevator. Icemakers and fridges, all floors. Wow!
These homes are always full. We own Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond, all right next door to each other. Sapphire and Emerald are the identical 12BRs. More of...more! Get two. 24 bedrooms. Why not?! Diamond (10BR) too. Side x side x side! 34 bedrooms... All 3 were fully booked last summer and all the major holidays almost a year in advance, sometimes two for our repeat guests! Act quick!
Sapphire is a 12 bedroom family-friendly luxury beach home located directly on the beach in an exclusive, gated community with zero-entry pools. Handicapped accessible features. Elevators. Community firepit. The perfect vacation home for large groups, or small ones that like lots of space!
There are 3 beach side living rooms, one on each floor, in this home. Need a beverage? There are wet bars with mini-fridges and stand-alone ice-makers in the second and third floor living rooms so you can save yourself the trip down the stairs (or elevator!). Each floor also has its own washer and dryer because when you are on vacation why would you want to carry your clothes up and down the stairs (or in the elevator) more than you absolutely have to!?
Sleeps 44 as follows:
2nd Flr NE BR: King 2nd Flr NW BR: King 3rd Flr Middle N BR: 2 Triple Bunks (Twin over Full) 3rd Flr Middle S BR: 2 Triple Bunks (Twin over Full) 3rd Flr NE BR: King 3rd Flr NW BR: King + Bunk Bed (Twin over Twin) 3rd Flr SW BR: King 4th Flr Middle N BR: Triple Bunks (Twin over Full) 4th Flr Middle S BR: Triple Bunks (Twin over Full) 4th Flr NE BR: King 4th Flr NW BR: King + Bunk Bed (Twin over Twin) 4th Flr SW BR: King
There are NO sleeper sofas.
VIRTUAL TOUR! Want to check out all of the nooks and crannies? Check out our virtual tour. Specific questions about layout? Other stuff? Get the "insiders tour!" and see it all for yourself!
https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=B2sQX4QZKxg
POOLS -- Private Deck Pool AND Community Pool In addition to the zero-entry community pool located right across the drive from the home, the home also has its own private, elevated dipping pool at living room level. Dipping does NOT mean itty bitty. Its a 20x12x3.5' Rectangle. Sit in your living room, watch your kids play in the pool outside, how cool is that!? Or enjoy that beverage overlooking the gulf!
And we added a gas pool heater to the deck pool, so YES the pool is heatable to a maximum of 84 (the high side of recommended rec pool temps) to take the chill off! This service is by request in advance with a per night surcharge for length of stay (gas is expensive right now, this does not actually recoup the cost!). Fee subject to change due to incredibly high gas rates right now. You may add it after booking by simply requesting the pool be heated any time after making the reservation and at least a few days before check in so we can get it on before you arrive. See our FAQ about heatable pools too.
TWO REFRIGERATORS Two? Yes two. Because you won't want to stay somewhere without an extra fridge once you have had them. And mini-fridges in wet-bar areas on the other floors too! Plus.. 2 dishwashers.
PARKING You can park 5-6 mid to full size vehicles in front and under the home. In addition, there are multiple overflow parking areas in the Cottages neighborhood, conveniently located nearby, not miles away!
WIFI/INTERNET? YOU BET! YES! We have an awesome Eero multi-node mesh network fed by fiber optic for up to 1GB speeds (and we typically see 750+ in real world line speed tests at the home) to ensure excellent wifi coverage throughout this spacious home. Spotty coverage is always an issue for big places. Sure internet may work next to the router in the living room, but what about the far reaches of the home!? That's why we installed a multi-node mesh network. And what's the internet like? It is generally solid. Internet is, of course, an amenity and subject to service provider outages (and guests "troubleshooting" it), especially with the havoc the sand and salt wreak on cabling and facilities, no more so than any other home on the beach though, and likely better since its close in and new construction!
ELEVATOR? YES! Sapphire has a residential elevator. This can be super helpful. The elevator entry, for those who might need to know for wheelchair and similar assistance, is 33".
Of note, the main level bedroom's bathroom has a zero-entry (no lip) shower with a 38" opening.
Please be mindful that elevators in homes are NOT commercial elevators like in hotels and so on. These are small elevators more akin to what you find in other countries and in big city apartments. They are not meant for kids running around, in and out of them, and using them for games. 🙂 So do not be surprised if something happens. Most commonly, a door is left open, or people walking into and out of them a bunch of times (which can cause them to lock out). For more info about the elevators, and some solutions to common problems, check out our FAQ about our beach home elevators.
TWO OTHER COTTAGES RIGHT NEXT DOOR And if 12 bedrooms is just a little too big for you, check out Diamond, a 10 bedroom home right next door, or any of our other wonderful family-owned homes. Emerald and Sapphire are identical 12 BR units, so if you want to sleep up to 88, well, that would do it! Or over 115 in all 3!
PLEASE NOTE that the Cottages at Romar neighborhood association has determined that no weddings or special events may be hosted in the property. This is applicable to our Jewels by the Sea. However, although you cannot host weddings or special events at the Diamond, Emerald, or Sapphire, you certainly can stay there during your trip and enjoy these large homes, their luxury, and the terrific neighborhood amenities.
GRILL Yes. There is a direct-plumbed gas grill for your use.
SOAPS, PAPER and BEACH TOWELS, COFFEE ETC ETC As with most beach homes in the area, the local mgt co provide what they call a "starter supply" of soaps, toilet paper, and paper towels, etc. Enough for the first night to get you going! Please plan to bring or purchase additional supplies, and any cleaning or pantry supplies you may need, or to make a quick run to the store (or have it delivered!). All bed linens and bath towels are provided (bath towels, we provide 1.25* the MAX Guests (not however many you reported). That's a lot, like more than 55 for 44 people; however, if you plan to 'pack the house' AND expect to use more than one towel per person, then may want to bring some more. You will want to bring beach towels or beach chairs as well. Also also... all our homes have both drip coffee makers and Keurigs as well.
You ll love staying at the Sapphire at the Cottages at Romar. You ll wish you never had to go home. If you don t book early, you ll stop by wishing you could be here.
We have a number of smaller places as well, and also bigger: like taking 2 sides of a very nice duplex to get 20 (twenty!) bedrooms.
Ask. We ll help find the perfect place no matter what your vacation hopes, dreams, and desires may be!
We communicate. A lot. :-) Failure to respond to any requests may lead to cancellation of the reservation without refund, per rental agreement.
Pets, where allowed, MUST BE PRE-APPROVED and are subject to a $250 pet fee per pet. See agreement.
Guest must abide by all Rental Agreement terms and conditions.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1991971vb
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Orange Beach
Located in Orange Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Orange Beach Beaches and Gulf State Park, while Waterville USA and The Park at OWA are popular area attractions. Ready for a night out? Consider The Hangout and Hub Stacey's at The Point. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
Orange Beach Welcome Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Villaggio Grille - 12 min drive
The Southern Grind Coffee House - 12 min drive
Tee Off At The Wharf - 12 min drive
Old Salt Tavern - 4 min drive
Ginny Lane Bar & Grill - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does The Sapphire. 12BR 14BA Luxury Beachfront Home. Elevator. Very nice. Pool. More. have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at The Sapphire. 12BR 14BA Luxury Beachfront Home. Elevator. Very nice. Pool. More.?
As of 15 Jul, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sapphire. 12BR 14BA Luxury Beachfront Home. Elevator. Very nice. Pool. More. on 1 Nov, 2026 start from S$11,633, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is The Sapphire. 12BR 14BA Luxury Beachfront Home. Elevator. Very nice. Pool. More. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Sapphire. 12BR 14BA Luxury Beachfront Home. Elevator. Very nice. Pool. More.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Sapphire. 12BR 14BA Luxury Beachfront Home. Elevator. Very nice. Pool. More.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Sapphire. 12BR 14BA Luxury Beachfront Home. Elevator. Very nice. Pool. More.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Sapphire. 12BR 14BA Luxury Beachfront Home. Elevator. Very nice. Pool. More. located?
Nestled on the beach, this Orange Beach holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Orange Beach Beaches and Gulf State Park. Romar Beach and Perdido Beach Boulevard are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was our 1st time renting this house & all we can say is WOW. We could not believe how pretty everything was. We really enjoyed staying here. Everything was as described as in the listing. Don't bother bringing your own chairs, canopies & wagon as you can rent them right in front of the house. Hopefully we can stay here again next year.
Beautiful Home in a great location for beach lovers. Owners/managers very very helpful & kind.
Trish R.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May, 2026
Hi Trish! 🌟 Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We were absolutely delighted to host you at Sapphire. 🏠✨
We’re so glad you loved the location! Being right on the sand at the Cottages at Romar really is a dream for beach lovers. 🌊🏖️ It’s also wonderful to hear that our team was able to help make your stay smooth and enjoyable—providing that personal, 'helpful and kind' service is exactly what we strive for! 📞✅
We hope your group enjoyed every bit of the house, from the private elevated pool to those two massive refrigerators that make feeding a large crew so much easier! 🏊♂️🍳 We would love to have you back again soon. Just a friendly heads-up: Sapphire is one of our most requested homes for large family gatherings and weddings, and it tends to book up way in advance (often over a year out!). 🗓️💨 Don't delay on grabbing your dates for your next beach getaway—we can't wait to see you back on the sand! 🏖️☀️
Our stay was absolutely amazing. All 34 of us fit comfortably. The deck was perfect for sunsets!
Hilarie E.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lisa L.
6 Mar, 2026
🥰 Sapphire... for years!
After searching for 25 years for the best house to accommodate our large family's annual beach trip - we finally found it through Bama Beach House Rental. We have rented Sapphire four years in a row. We have 28 in our extended family and it works perfectly for kids and adults! Nothing better than sipping coffee in the morning on the deck, watching the ocean (usually a pod or two of dolphins) and the kids playing in the pool. More importantly, the Bama Beach House team has always been super responsive to any issues we've had (not many)! It's always clean, well stocked and ready to go. If you are looking for accommodations for a large group, this is it.
Lisa L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Phil T.
9 Jan, 2024
Fantastic family trip!
Sapphire was perfect for our extended family trip!
This property was the perfect fit for our company retreat- the layout was well accommodating, there was plenty of seating for presentations, and we were right on the beach. The kitchen was well stocked, and the washer/dryer on each floor was super helpful. Highly recommend for a big group!
Chaela R.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2025
🤗 Thank you so much Chaela for the super nice review. Glad you had a great time and everything was well-stocked and ready for you. Reach out if you have any suggestions or when ready to come back to Sapphire! Thanks again! 🙏
House and pool were very nice. Lots of seating inside and out. We used Ike's for rental of chairs, umbrellas and a yeti cooler at the beach and that all worked out well. We had a SHIPT account so had groceries delivered from Publix and Target during the week. The house is also close enough that a couple of times someone would just run to the neighborhood Walmart or Publix. Liquor store was just across the street. Just FyI, we have stayed in many VRBO's that usually had spices, foil, etc. left from previous renters but there was nothing left in the cabinets or drawers so plan accordingly. Also, no boogie boards, floats, pool or sand toys. Nothing extra left so I assume that everything is cleaned out each time. There were plenty of dishes, silverware, glasses and large cooking pots and utensils. Kitchen was very well stocked with everything you would need to cook for and feed a large group. Three coffee pots and all the icemakers came in handy. The three dishwashers were great and all used, as well as, all three refrigerators. Never ran out of hot water even though many times we had several showers and washing machines going all at the same time. Also never had a problem with the house staying cool even with kids running in and out. It was a great trip for our family of 21 and would book again with Bama Beach Houses.
Penny S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul, 2026
🥰 Wonderful, Penny! What a thorough, helpful review — so glad the Sapphire took great care of your family of 21! Love hearing the kitchen went the distance: three coffee pots, three dishwashers, three fridges, all the icemakers, and never running out of hot water OR cool air even with kids and showers and washers all going at once. That's exactly what these big homes are built for! And that's a fair FYI on the cabinets — you're right that we clear everything out top to bottom between guests, so there's no leftover spices, foil, or pool toys to count on. "Cleaned out each time" is spot on, and it's a great heads-up for the next big group to pack those extras. Thank you so much for the 5-star review, and for all the local tips (Ike's, SHIPT, the Walmart run) — future guests will love those! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Any suggestions for the home while it's fresh? Or ready to set up a return to the Sapphire? I'd love to hear from you. Thanks so much for staying in our home! 🙏
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nahan B.
21 Sept, 2025
Sapphire
We enjoyed the home. The bedrooms and bath's were very nice. The lack of a pantry was a little problematic. The 3 refrigerators and dishwashers were great.
We loved this property! Next time we have a large group, we will definitely book again! Best accommodations we have had!
Tamara C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr, 2024
Yay! Thanks Tamara! And I'd be happy to have you all! And if you need a bigger place, or one a smidge smaller, just poke me. Happy to help find the perfect fit. So glad you all loved Sapphire and that it was perfect for your big group. 🥳Thanks again! Rick
Wonderful place to stay. Right on the beach with the perfect view. Dolphins out in the gulf every day. Couldn’t ask for a better place to stay!
Terry T.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec, 2023
Thanks Terry! So glad you had a fantastic time in my home. Ready for the return trip? 😊
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Whitney B.
23 May, 2025
Wonderful!
It was absolutely wonderful! Such a perfect place and location. We go down every other year and hope to get to book it again. Thank you for sharing it with us. Have a wonderful week.
This house was amazing, and worked perfectly for our needs! It's huge and in great shape! We did lots of cooking out of the amazing kitchen and really enjoyed the pool! Looking forward to staying here again in the future!
Carey H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept, 2023
Thanks Carey! Very much appreciate the kind words about your excellent stay! Would be happy to host you all again anytime! Best wishes. Rick
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
charles e.
9 Jan, 2024
Another great trip to Sapphire
Looking forward to next year already!
charles e.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chris N.
9 Jan, 2024
A wonderful time again
We had a wonderful time again. The week was enjoyed by all. Thank you for your perfect house for a relaxing vacation.
Chris N.
About the host
Hosted by Rick Goldsworthy
Instructional designer. Behavior change researcher. Father of 3. Teacher. Soccer coach. Hoosier. I'm interested in why people do the things they do, what we can do to change those things so that folks live happier and healthier lives, and how technology can help. Plus, well, I love Gulf Shores!
My wife's family have traveled to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Alabama for decades. I became a tag along in the late 1990s, so a Gulf Shores guy by marriage. One thing led to another and we ended up a several large, family-friendly, large group friendly, places along the Gulf.
Because sometimes you just need a lot of really nice space for family and friends to spread out. Sadly, I have only managed to stay in my own home a handful of times because the Jewels by the Sea (Emerald, Sapphire, and Diamond at the Cottages at Romar) are ALWAYS booked. I love this home, and the location. The dipping pool on the deck is great, and the community one is perfect for taking a break from the beaches!
Why they chose this property
My wife's family have traveled to Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Alabama for decades. I became a tag along in the late 1990s, so a Gulf Shores guy by marriage. One thing led to another and we ended up a several large, family-friendly, large group friendly, places along the Gulf.
What makes this property unique
Because sometimes you just need a lot of really nice space for family and friends to spread out. Sadly, I have only managed to stay in my own home a handful of times because the Jewels by the Sea (Emerald, Sapphire, and Diamond at the Cottages at Romar) are ALWAYS booked. I love this home, and the location. The dipping pool on the deck is great, and the community one is perfect for taking a break from the beaches!
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