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Gulf Shores, Al Ft Morgan, Pet Friendly Beach House only 40 steps to sand dunes-

Beachside holiday home with water park

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2022
2022
First level living area includes big screen television and comfortable seating
Lower level bath with shower
Lower level bedroom with twin size beds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 101400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪92 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Convertible bed(s)

+2
2 Single Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 main level

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 upstairs master bdrm

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

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

About this property

Gulf Shores, Al Ft Morgan, Pet Friendly Beach House only 40 steps to sand dunes-

INTERNET- Starlink Satellite-
"SPECIAL SNOWBIRD RATE", winter periods of 1November - 31 March, (1) one to (6) months.
The 'Dunes' Beach House is located in Cabana Beach subdivision, 8961 Pompano Way, on Fort Morgan Peninsula, in Gulf Shores, Alabama, next door to the open, uncrowded "Veterans Beach" of Bon Secour Wildlife Refuge.
We are almost beachfront without the cost. Pompano Way Road dead ends in front of our house, walk left out of our driveway, no roads or lots to cross. and about 40 steps you are in the Sand, an area that has the sugar-white sand/quartz Beach, which is the whitest, cleanest and softest in the world! It's composed of 99% pure silica quartz (found only in S. Ala and in NW Florida Pan Handle). It was washed down from the Appalachian Mountains thousands of years ago and deposit by the rivers onto the S Ala an NW Fla coastline.

Just down the road is the historic Ft Morgan, and a ferry that crosses the bay to historic Fort Gains on Dauphin Island.

The 'Dunes' brings back memories of long ago, when you sit on one of the two decks, and listen to the birds, watch the waves roll in and sometimes dolphins playing. You can enjoy the beautiful sunrises and sunsets, see the stars at night with no obstruction of streetlights.

The two-story Beach House is cozy with two covered decks, swing, two picnic tables, hammock.

-Ground level has an outside shower with hot and cold water, utility room with a washer, two dryers, gas fish cooker, and lots of beach toys, maybe even a forgotten kite. There is a picnic table, swing, hammock and chairs.
-Main level has a deck overlooking beach/gulf, living room with sleeper sofa, cable tv, Internet. The kitchen is open and fully equipped. It has a breakfast bar which seats two and a table that seats eight. Off the hallway are two bedrooms, and a shower bath. One bedroom has twin beds with tv, the other has two queen sized beds, with tv. This level has all ceramic tile flooring which is easy to maintain.
-The master bedroom is up a flight of stairs to the top level. It has its own bath, and private deck overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. This room has walk-in closet, tv, telephone, king-size bed.

When they are training you can also enjoy the Navy's 'Blue Angels', which are based in nearby Pensacola. They train in the Cabana Beach area. We have one of the pilots trained, when we are on the beach, and he comes flying low over the gulf we frantically wave, and he does a 180-degree flip to flying upside down!
We have volunteer fire department, so no fireworks or "fires" are allowed.
INTERNET Starlink Satellite-very good reception.

Pets are allowed with prior approval.
1/2 of rental rate is required when reservations are confirmed, remainder is due 45 days prior to reservation date.

Key) six words: 'The Dunes' Gulf Shores, Ft. Morgan, fishing, pet friendly Beach House, almost beachfront. about 40 steps and you are in sand dunes/beach.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets allowed with prior approval.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside house. smoking pots on deck.
WE do ask soiled dishes please have in dish washer, washing Bulldogs and similar type dogs not allowed
If hurricane occurs in this area and Gulf Shores issues an evacuation order all monies paid will be refunded.
If cancellation after 60 or 30 days, will try to re-rent property, if re-rented then all monies will be returned.

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Highlands, a neighbourhood in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fort Morgan, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Zooland Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gulf State Park - 18 min drive - 21.9 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 21 min drive - 23.7 km
  • The Wharf - 25 min drive - 29.6 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jesse’s On The Bay - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fort Morgan Pizza - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf Shores, Al Ft Morgan, Pet Friendly Beach House only 40 steps to sand dunes- pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Gulf Shores, Al Ft Morgan, Pet Friendly Beach House only 40 steps to sand dunes-?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gulf Shores, Al Ft Morgan, Pet Friendly Beach House only 40 steps to sand dunes-?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Shores, Al Ft Morgan, Pet Friendly Beach House only 40 steps to sand dunes-?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Gulf Shores, Al Ft Morgan, Pet Friendly Beach House only 40 steps to sand dunes- located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Highlands holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Edith Hammock and Bon Secour Bay. Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was even better than advertised. From the location, to the unobtrusive beach views, we had the best. The home is cozy with everything you need. Owners were easy to deal with. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

lee n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property and location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Clint B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was a little dated but overall a great stay owners were very friendly and relaxed as far as check in/out times which is greatly appreciated when traveling. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close beach spot, everyone enjoyed. Owners are great.Home is a little dated but clean an quiet dead end road.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

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

Love! Love! Love!

This was EXTREMELY FUN!! It was walks from the beach, semi private beach, added extras on the property, very clean! Owners followed up and was very pleasant and welcoming! Kudos!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

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

Quiet beach community

Property has easy access to the beach in private community. I have stayed many times and its always awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall H.

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

Perfect Location

Property was exactly what we needed and we love the neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Perry T.

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

Beach/2024

Love this house and the location to the Beach Leroy and Beth are great host They always check to see how we are doing and to see if there is any way they can help. Lots of things to see and do in the area Will stay again Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful

Loved this house, was very relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Beth B.

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

Great stay

House was in a great location. Very quiet and steps to a beautiful beach. Plenty of room and very clean. Owners were very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

chrisann c.

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

Family Vaca

Location was perfect. Beach was not crowded. House was clean. Owners are good people. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Sweet Spot for a Vacay

This was sweet little house for our family of 4 adults and 6 teenagers. Close to beach and quiet!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

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

Excellent location and community

Private community with easy access to the beach. Kind and attentive owners. We had a wonderful and rest-filled stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Walter P.

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

Great beach getaway

We and our dogs spent the week at Dune Ranch. The property was clean and true to the pictures. Neighborhood was private and safe. Beach access was convenient. The beach was not crowded and clean. The views and sounds are amazing from the property. The owners were easy to work with. We would consider booking again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Great vacay!

Enjoyed our stay here! Great house and neighborhood! Just a short walk to a private beach, no crowds and it was absolutely beautiful! The owners were great! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack M.

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

Great location and dog friendly.

Nice house, well furnished. Easy and short walk to white sandy beach. Great getaway. House and beach are dog friendly. Look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Perry T.

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

Our happy place

Love this house and location, Leroy is very gracious owner will help you if you need anything. We stayed here the last 2 years
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

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

Easy Beach Access, safe and quiet

Love this wonderful home and its neighborhood. The beach is easy to get to and is never crowded. Safe to vacation alone or with families. I love going back as much as I can!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha A.

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

Wonderful getaway!

Our group had a great time! The walk to the beach was a breeze and the house was everything the listing promised! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mia R.

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

Very lovely

It was a very nice beach house to stay in. We loved how close it was to the beach and had views of the ocean all around!! We love to stay at Fort Morgan for our beach trips. The owners are so lovely to speak to. They make sure you have everything you need!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa P.

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

Great girls week at the beach!

The house is conveniently located to the beach and has all of the amenities of home. Leroy was very accommodating to our early arrival and we were able to hang out on the deck to enjoy the ocean view.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Jayce's first beach trip

Beautiful weather. Wonderful house.it was a perfect place for a 2 year olds' first time on the beach. There were sand bars right at the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Vacation

Nice little getaway. Off the beaten path with privacy. The beach wasn't crowded which made it fun for our fur baby.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Jeremy J.

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

Relaxing in the gulf

We really enjoyed our trip. The hosts checked on us a couple of times to see if we needed anything. The house suited 6 of us with 2 dogs very nicely. Very short walk to the beach and the house included a lot of the beach essentials.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

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

Great location and house was spacious

Excellent view and access to beach. House accommodated my family including my college age daughter and my mother as well as myself and my husband very well. House could easily sleep 10.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Leroy Hanks,

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Retired rocket scientist married to old former flight attendant.

Why they chose this property

"The Dunes" Beach House is our 2nd Home, that we also rent, so we keep it updated. Kitchen, Family room and kitchen updated 2019.
(4 minutes, NOT correct on gps/map). It is only 40 steps from our driveway to Sand Dunes/Beach We are residents of Alabama and were married in Mobile, Al many years ago. We love the quietness of the ocean/beach area of Fort Morgan peninsula.
Their are very few Beach areas left like the Ft. Morgan peninsula, no crowded beach, quiet, no traffic/street noise, not boxed in by High Rise buildings!.
But, yet close to shopping, restaurants, etc...

What makes this property unique

You are only 40 steps to the "Sand Dunes/Beach".
When we travel until we can go no more, we retreat to the Gulf. There, having left the stress behind, we sit on the upper (or lower) deck, and watch the beachcombers out very early, listen to the cooing of the doves, and at times watch the dolphins play. It's just a short walk to the store to get a paper. Then we do only what we want to do. Just settle in for the most quiet, relaxing, best beach vacation ever!
At night, and with no street lights, you can see so many stars, they seem so close, you feels like they you are among them! can reach out and touch them!

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