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Pets, Pools and Peace

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A porch with two teal Adirondack chairs, a dog, and a building in the background.
A beachfront house with a covered porch, a sandy beach in the background, and tropical vegetation in the foreground.
A couple sitting by a pool with palm trees and lounge chairs in the background.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan. There are windows with curtains, a potted plant, and a television on the wall.
Bunk room with arcade

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Indoor pool
    Enjoy year-round relaxation in the indoor pool — a rare find in the area.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Fort Morgan Beach
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Indoor pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bunk Room

4 Single Beds

Double Bedroom

1 Double Bed

King Ensuite

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom Ensuite

1 King Bed

Queen Ensuite

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

King Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Master Ensuite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Queen Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Shared

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Pets, Pools and Peace

The Dune Abides is a pet-friendly, single-level beach home offering one of the most peaceful beach experiences in Gulf Shores. Just a 3-minute walk via flat boardwalk, the beach sits alongside federally protected land, allowing guests to walk for miles without crowds.

Inside, the home is filled with natural light and designed for groups to gather comfortably. The fully stocked kitchen seats 12 and includes both drip and Keurig coffee makers, a blender, crock pot, baking supplies, and everything needed for shared meals. All bedrooms feature Smart TVs, luxury linens, and ample storage.

Outdoor living is a highlight, with shaded patio and under-house areas available all day, Adirondack seating, and a private shuffleboard court. Guests enjoy resort amenities including two nearby pools and a year-round hot tub, with one pool located directly behind the home.

With fast WiFi, strong cell service, parking for up to six vehicles, and a quiet, uncrowded setting near nature preserves and Fort Morgan, The Dune Abides is ideal for families, multi-family groups, pet owners, and anyone seeking a calmer Gulf Shores stay.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Pets, No Smoking, No Parties

Important information

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Property # 2514813vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near the beach. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Dauphin Island Beaches.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Fort Morgan - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 25 min drive - 40.5 km
  • The Park at OWA - 35 min drive - 56.5 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fort Morgan Marina and Dry Strg - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cafeteria @ Dauphin Island Sea Lab - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Fort Morgan Marina Restaurant - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Pets, Pools and Peace have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Pets, Pools and Peace pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pets, Pools and Peace?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pets, Pools and Peace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pets, Pools and Peace?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pets, Pools and Peace located?

This family-friendly Gulf Shores holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Fort Morgan is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Frida M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Amazing way to walk to the beach. They are a few things that needed to be fix but was a easy trip.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property, well maintained. We loved our stay here! Keep up the great work
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you loved your stay and appreciate your kind words. We’ll definitely keep up the great work — and hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Great Beach Stay

A nice, quiet, and open floor plan property. It had plenty of room for 8 adults. A very short walk to the beach. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2025
Thanks so much for the 5-star review! We're glad you enjoyed the peaceful setting, spacious layout, and quick beach access. We'd love to host you again anytime! 🏖️
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norman D.

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

Perfect Getaway

Great house with easy access to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jentry r.

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

Family Vacation

We had a Great first experience of Fort Morgan and Gulf shores! The beach access was easy and not crowded.It was great to be able to dip in the pool after walking back from the beach. The house had plenty of room for our family of 12 and we were grateful to be able to use the beach wagon, chairs and boogie boards that were available to use! Overall it was a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2025
We’re so happy to hear your first Fort Morgan experience was a great one! It’s wonderful that the home, beach access, and extra amenities helped make your family trip easy and fun. Thank you for the kind words—we’d love to welcome you all back anytime! ☀️🏖️
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rafal L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
So many broken things, so much damage in the house it's not worth what they charge.- Dishwasher not working - we were told it was recently broken but house cleaning staff said it had been broken for years and the owners won't fix it- The couch was literally falling apart, and was a hazard with little kids- The air vents were filthy and laundry room at one point had the smoke detector go off as we were drying because of all the lint that was starting to smoke from being piled up for who knows how long- Shades were broken/not workingThe overall community was "nice" but the AI chatbot the property employs effectively lies to you and tells you it'll have someone get back to you soon but that never happens. Communication is pleasant, but nothing gets done about the issues you identify.Disgusted and disappointed frankly.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

FRank F.

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

The Dunes Abide

Great stay. Everything as advertised and described. Close to beach. Loved the gated community. Home was lovely with room to roam. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Buddy B.

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

Fort Morgan Condo

Host was responsive. Previous tenants had torn up the ice maker. They were replacing the couch. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

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

Family trip

Our family enjoyed this house. Much nicer than being in separate condos. The beach was so peaceful. Such a small community that the beach was spacious and we were not jammed right against each other. Teenagers loved the shuffle board. We looked up ferry times and planned our trip perfectly to utilize the ferry and avoided the Mobile traffic coming to and from NOLA on a holiday weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Marissa W.

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

Love the location!!

We LOVED the location of this home, so perfect as it’s surrounded by the dunes and the nature preserve, and beach is only a 3 min walk away! Easy access to both pools which is a plus with small children. Management was relatively responsive to our concerns as we did have to point out some cleanliness issues throughout. Make sure you pack EVERYTHING as there were no cleaning supplies, paper towels, coffee filters, trash bags, hand soap, dish soap, etc. We had a good stay and will be visiting Ft Morgan again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike and Mona E.

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

Lovely hone

This house was so much more than i expected. It would be great for bridal party or group of girls or large family. I have never been anywhere with 40 plates or 72 pieces of drinking glasses. And ……. I loved the bath!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

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

Easter break

6 adults, 7 children. The house spaces fit our large group well. All three adult couples had their own room and bathroom. 4 kids in the bunk beds one preteen in queen bedroom with air bed on her floor for her toddler sister and pack and play in the parents bedroom for infant. House was well stocked. Under house was great for outdoor play and riding toys. Enjoyed pool and easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie T.

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

Great private home in Fort Morgan

The place has plenty of room - my husband, my sister- and brother-in-law, my dog, and I stayed with two bedrooms left over. The house needs some minor repairs and the listing photos need updating as the furniture has changed, which isn't a big deal, but one photo also shows a clear view of the houses on the Gulf, but now there are two completed houses and one being built across the street. Currently, there is a beautiful view of the winter sunset from the deck, but that will change if more houses are built. The property is mostly quiet - the only noise came from the construction of a new house across the street, but luckily they weren't working on it every day. Overall, it was a great choice for us - clean, comfortable, and close to the beach.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Christmas with family

The house was described accurately on the listing. We had everything we needed….even soap, laundry detergent, dishwasher soap (for a few days) and plenty of dishes and utensils. There were even plastic plates and cups for kids. The house does need some updating and some minor repairs done. I informed the owner and it seems as if she will take care of that. Overall, the house was great and the weather was nice for the kids to get outside and play under the house and at the beach. We did have to sweep the sand under the house so kids wouldn’t track it inside.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

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

Great, well-stocked home

The owner was absolutely awesome and quick to respond to any questions or needs we had. The home was very clean and well-stocked with everything we needed plus lots of extras! The pools were nearby and easily accessible. The beach access was a little farther than what we like but still just a short walk for most of our family members (those with difficulty walking far had some issues getting to the beach and beyond the tents set up near the beach access). The neighborhood was quiet and felt very safe. It’s about a 25-30 minute drive to most shops and restaurants in Gulf Shores/Orange Beach but well worth it for the less crowded beaches of Fort Morgan! Plenty of parking at the house for 4-6 vehicles. Our family truly enjoyed this home and would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

John M.

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

Disappointed

It needed almost a total remodel. It was NOT a very clean property as promised. It was roach infested and the exterminator wasn’t coming until we were gone. Need I say more. Location was fine but it felt like the owners were planning on selling real soon and the buyer was buying “as is.”
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr, 2024
We really appreciate the feedback as we are always trying to get better and delight our guests. We apologize for the bug you noticed during the stay. As we are adjacent to a protected wetland, we see all kinds of cool wildlife near the house, while doing our best to not let any in through pest spraying and other treatments on a frequent basis. As for the decor, we attempt to provide a fun and classic beach theme in the house. I am sorry it is not to your taste. We've recently replaced all the floors and overhauled most of the furniture in the living areas to comport to the above theme. We are always open to new ideas on how to make our guests more comfortable, so any specific thoughts would be appreciated. All the best!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

One of The BEST Family Vacations!!

We just returned from an incredible stay with our family, and it exceeded every expectation! From the moment we stepped in, the home was very inviting and the layout was nice and open, lending to an ease of group activities. With our two energetic kiddos, aged 9 and 12, the abundance of games and activities available kept them entertained for hours on end, giving my husband and I some much-needed relaxation time. The location couldn't have been more perfect – tucked away in a tranquil gated community, we felt safe and secluded while still having easy access to all amenities. Speaking of amenities, the pool was a definite highlight, providing endless fun and relaxation for all of us. And let's not forget the short stroll to the beach, a mere hop, skip, and a jump away! The convenience of being able to enjoy the sun and sand whenever we pleased was simply unbeatable. The attention to detail in this home truly sets it apart. It was abundantly clear that the owners had thought of everything to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay. From the well-equipped kitchen to the plethora of beach toys for the kids, we wanted for nothing during our time here. In short, this was the perfect family retreat, and we're already counting down the days until we can return. A heartfelt thank you to the owners for sharing their slice of paradise with us – we'll cherish the memories made here for years to come!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caleb S.

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

Perfect multifamily getaway with ideal mix of beach tranquility and proximity to activities!

We recently completed our stay at The Dune Abides with another family (10 people total, 5 kids). The home setup was perfect for our needs - 3 master bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, plus 2 more bedrooms (1 of which was a bunk room) with a shared full hallway bathroom. The living area was all open so those working in the kitchen were connected with others in the living and dining areas, and the covered front porch served as our nightly hangout spot while the kids were sleeping, where we listened to music or the waves crashing a short distance away. The home is well equipped for those who choose to cook meals in, and we found the separate ice freezer in the bar a welcome addition! There were board games and books for anyone seeking to relax indoors, and the shuffleboard court below the house got plenty of use by the 5 kids. We made the short walk to the beach every day with the kids. The sand was pure white and extra fine which made for some epic long walks, especially with the shells (and sand dollars!) we found along the way! The volleyball net at the beach got as much use as the ocean. We also spent time at the 2 pools on the property, which the kids enjoyed when the ocean was too cold for them. It was nice being on the more peaceful side of Gulf Shores but still a quick drive to activities. Taking in a Blue Angels practice was icing on the cake! We cannot recommend The Dune Abides too highly and look forward to returning in the near future!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well there was some maintenance issues like beeping smoke detector and the dishwasher. It would be cool if they could find a reliable repair guy who could come in to fix something within a day, but the owners I'm sure can’t control speed of service like that. The area near the outside shower should be cleared of sand so that your feet is sand free getting to the stairs, maybe they can find a landscaper who can blow out the parking area like the other houses around it. The owners live away from the house so they rely on outside help. Just need to find that outside help to do those extra things. But overall it was great and quiet. Best part is the owner responds in minutes to any question, that alone makes this a great rental. I think anyone would be happy with a vacation here
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandi F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Molly Rayo

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Thanks for considering our home for your travels! A little bit about me... My husband and I were born and raised in Ohio. I stay at home with the kiddos, but during school hours you can find me planning our next adventure, or volunteering around the neighborhood. Steve always says I never met a committee I didn’t like!

We love doing lots of different things as a family, but traveling, particularly in the outdoors, is what really gets us excited. We have a lifetime goal of visiting all the US National Parks. The list includes:
-Cuyahoga Valley NP
-Wind Cave NP
-Badlands NP
-Mesa Verde NP
-Great Sand Dunes NP
-Black Canyon of the Gunnison NP
-Rocky Mountain NP

We hope you will choose our home for your stay, but regardless, have a great time during your travels and enjoy spending time with the ones you love!

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this property for the secluded peace and quiet of its gated community—offering a serene retreat away from the hustle and bustle of Gulf Shores. The home comfortably accommodates large gatherings of family and friends, including our four-legged family members. With easy access to the popular Tacky Jack’s just across the street for a night or two out, and an abundance of fresh seafood throughout the peninsula, this location offers the perfect balance of relaxation and convenience.

What makes this property unique

Dog friendly and located near only dog friendly beach (Fort Morgan Bay Shore) in Gulf Shores.
Private Shuffleboard court and lots of bedrooms!

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