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Beachfront Retreat • Huge Balcony • Gulf Views
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9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Gulf Shores, AL
- Place, Gulf State Park1 min walk
- Place, Hangout Music Fest19 min walk
- Place, Gulf Shores Beach19 min walk
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Beachfront Retreat • Huge Balcony • Gulf Views
Summary:
🌊 Enjoy sweeping Gulf views from our 3rd-floor Royal Palms retreat, where dolphins are often spotted right from the balcony. The spacious, covered balcony is perfect for morning coffee, ocean breezes, and relaxed seaside meals. With a private boardwalk to the beach and an easy walk along the sand to Sea-N-Suds and The Hangout, this is a peaceful beachfront stay with everything close by. 🌴
The Space:
Our beachfront condo at Royal Palms sits beside Gulf State Park, offering a quieter stretch of beach with wide-open Gulf views. The space includes 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with a king bedroom featuring direct Gulf views and balcony access, a queen bedroom, and a queen sofa sleeper that also opens to the balcony, sleeping up to 6 guests comfortably. The real standout is the spacious balcony and peaceful setting — designed for slow mornings, uncrowded beach days, and evenings listening to the waves.
Things you will ❤️ about our condo:
🏖 Breathtaking Gulf views from a covered 3rd-floor balcony — no pool directly below, just dunes, sky, and water
🌅 Large, comfortable balcony seating perfect for coffee, dolphin watching, reading, or sunset drinks
🏝 Unobstructed views of the pier and natural dunes, with Royal Palms being the last building next to Gulf State Park
🍽 Outdoor dining table on the balcony for meals with a front-row seat to the Gulf
⛱ Private beach access with boardwalk, showers, and a shaded swing overlooking the water
👣 Ideal Gulf Shores location — about a 5-minute walk on the beach to Sea-N-Suds and an easy stroll to The Hangout and other favorites
🌊 Outdoor Gulf-front pool tucked beside the dunes for a quieter pool experience
🏊♀️ Indoor heated pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, and fitness room for year-round relaxation
🛏 Comfortable beds and a clean, well-kept space — designed for rest after long beach days
🛗 Convenient 3rd-floor location close to elevators for easy arrival and beach trips
📺 Smart TVs in each room (use your own streaming accounts)
🚀 Reliable high-speed WiFi
🚿 Two full bathrooms (one walk-in shower, one tub/shower combo)
🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances
☕️ Drip coffee maker to start your mornings right
🔥 Community grills available for easy, casual meals
Guest Access:
🚗 On-site parking in an attached garage at Royal Palms (covered and uncovered parking available)
🎟 One parking pass is included with your stay and will be ready in the condo upon arrival
➕ Additional parking passes available upon request; additional charges apply
🎶 Music Fest / Sand In My Boots: parking pass pricing is higher and additional charges apply
🛒 Luggage carts by the elevators make unloading simple
👣 One of the most walkable spots in Gulf Shores — stroll the beach or sidewalk to favorite restaurants, beach bars, and attractions
The Neighborhood:
📍 Prime East Beach Blvd location in the heart of Gulf Shores
🏖 Peaceful beachfront setting next to Gulf State Park
⛱ Private boardwalk to the beach with showers and a relaxing deck swing
🌊 Gulf-front outdoor pool plus a heated indoor pool
🏊♀️ Hot tub, sauna, steam room & fitness room
🔥 Community grills perfect for laid-back beach meals
Getting Around:
📍 One of the most walkable locations in Gulf Shores, putting restaurants, beach bars, and attractions within easy reach — so you can spend less time driving and more time enjoying your vacation.
Walkable favorites include:
👣 5-minute beach walk: Sea-N-Suds, Waffle House, New Orleans Original Snoballs
👣 15–20 minute beach walk: The Hangout, Pink Pony Pub, Shrimp Basket, Mikee’s, De Soto’s, Cricco’s, Papa Rocco’s, Sunliner Diner
🚗 Quick drives to top attractions:
🌳 Gulf State Park
💦 Waterville USA
🎡 The Park at OWA and other area highlights
📘 Be sure to check out our Guidebook for our favorite dining, entertainment, shopping, and sightseeing recommendations — and feel free to reach out if you need suggestions or have any questions.
Other Things to Note:
🏗 Occasional building maintenance may take place during your stay; we’ll always do our best to communicate in advance if any work could impact the condo, floor, or shared amenities
🚗 Parking passes must be displayed on your dashboard while parked in the garage
🛗 Convenient location near elevators and stairs for easy access
Interaction with Guests:
🔐 Easy self check-in with a smart lock and unique access code provided before arrival
🏖 Amenity access code provided for Royal Palms (codes change seasonally)
🚫 No front desk check-in and no wristbands required
⭐ We strive to provide a five-star guest experience — if anything falls short during your stay, please let us know so we can make it right
🌊 Enjoy sweeping Gulf views from our 3rd-floor Royal Palms retreat, where dolphins are often spotted right from the balcony. The spacious, covered balcony is perfect for morning coffee, ocean breezes, and relaxed seaside meals. With a private boardwalk to the beach and an easy walk along the sand to Sea-N-Suds and The Hangout, this is a peaceful beachfront stay with everything close by. 🌴
The Space:
Our beachfront condo at Royal Palms sits beside Gulf State Park, offering a quieter stretch of beach with wide-open Gulf views. The space includes 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with a king bedroom featuring direct Gulf views and balcony access, a queen bedroom, and a queen sofa sleeper that also opens to the balcony, sleeping up to 6 guests comfortably. The real standout is the spacious balcony and peaceful setting — designed for slow mornings, uncrowded beach days, and evenings listening to the waves.
Things you will ❤️ about our condo:
🏖 Breathtaking Gulf views from a covered 3rd-floor balcony — no pool directly below, just dunes, sky, and water
🌅 Large, comfortable balcony seating perfect for coffee, dolphin watching, reading, or sunset drinks
🏝 Unobstructed views of the pier and natural dunes, with Royal Palms being the last building next to Gulf State Park
🍽 Outdoor dining table on the balcony for meals with a front-row seat to the Gulf
⛱ Private beach access with boardwalk, showers, and a shaded swing overlooking the water
👣 Ideal Gulf Shores location — about a 5-minute walk on the beach to Sea-N-Suds and an easy stroll to The Hangout and other favorites
🌊 Outdoor Gulf-front pool tucked beside the dunes for a quieter pool experience
🏊♀️ Indoor heated pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, and fitness room for year-round relaxation
🛏 Comfortable beds and a clean, well-kept space — designed for rest after long beach days
🛗 Convenient 3rd-floor location close to elevators for easy arrival and beach trips
📺 Smart TVs in each room (use your own streaming accounts)
🚀 Reliable high-speed WiFi
🚿 Two full bathrooms (one walk-in shower, one tub/shower combo)
🍳 Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances
☕️ Drip coffee maker to start your mornings right
🔥 Community grills available for easy, casual meals
Guest Access:
🚗 On-site parking in an attached garage at Royal Palms (covered and uncovered parking available)
🎟 One parking pass is included with your stay and will be ready in the condo upon arrival
➕ Additional parking passes available upon request; additional charges apply
🎶 Music Fest / Sand In My Boots: parking pass pricing is higher and additional charges apply
🛒 Luggage carts by the elevators make unloading simple
👣 One of the most walkable spots in Gulf Shores — stroll the beach or sidewalk to favorite restaurants, beach bars, and attractions
The Neighborhood:
📍 Prime East Beach Blvd location in the heart of Gulf Shores
🏖 Peaceful beachfront setting next to Gulf State Park
⛱ Private boardwalk to the beach with showers and a relaxing deck swing
🌊 Gulf-front outdoor pool plus a heated indoor pool
🏊♀️ Hot tub, sauna, steam room & fitness room
🔥 Community grills perfect for laid-back beach meals
Getting Around:
📍 One of the most walkable locations in Gulf Shores, putting restaurants, beach bars, and attractions within easy reach — so you can spend less time driving and more time enjoying your vacation.
Walkable favorites include:
👣 5-minute beach walk: Sea-N-Suds, Waffle House, New Orleans Original Snoballs
👣 15–20 minute beach walk: The Hangout, Pink Pony Pub, Shrimp Basket, Mikee’s, De Soto’s, Cricco’s, Papa Rocco’s, Sunliner Diner
🚗 Quick drives to top attractions:
🌳 Gulf State Park
💦 Waterville USA
🎡 The Park at OWA and other area highlights
📘 Be sure to check out our Guidebook for our favorite dining, entertainment, shopping, and sightseeing recommendations — and feel free to reach out if you need suggestions or have any questions.
Other Things to Note:
🏗 Occasional building maintenance may take place during your stay; we’ll always do our best to communicate in advance if any work could impact the condo, floor, or shared amenities
🚗 Parking passes must be displayed on your dashboard while parked in the garage
🛗 Convenient location near elevators and stairs for easy access
Interaction with Guests:
🔐 Easy self check-in with a smart lock and unique access code provided before arrival
🏖 Amenity access code provided for Royal Palms (codes change seasonally)
🚫 No front desk check-in and no wristbands required
⭐ We strive to provide a five-star guest experience — if anything falls short during your stay, please let us know so we can make it right
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
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About the area
Gulf Shores
Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also worth visiting.

Gulf Shores, AL
What's nearby
- Gulf State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
- Orange Beach Beaches - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Gulf State Park Fishing Pier - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Hangout Music Fest - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Gulf Shores Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Restaurants
- The Hangout - 3 min drive
- The Catch - 2 min drive
- Sunliner Diner - 2 min drive
- De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - 3 min drive
- Original Oyster House - 3 min drive
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Reviews
9.6
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
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Listing accuracy
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6 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sallie J.
23 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sallie J.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Glenn E.
18 Oct, 2025
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Glenn E.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anna G.
30 Jul, 2025
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Anna G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cathy M.
8 Jun, 2025
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Cathy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
carol r.
22 Jul, 2025
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carol r.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stacy B.
10 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Stay on the Beach
Stacy B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Salena H.
6 Sept, 2025
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Salena H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Millie P.
8 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Millie P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mark G.
16 May, 2025
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Mark G.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
M. D.
1 Mar, 2025
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nice place
M. D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Gwen V.
10 Oct, 2025
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Gwen V.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Patti K.
1 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick Family Trip
Patti K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jasmine B.
11 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation spot
Jasmine B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joan D.
2 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gulf shores trip
Joan D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carl N.
22 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Carl N.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
Pam B.
13 Oct, 2025
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Pam B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jim H.
13 Jan, 2024
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Great Place
Jim H.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jason B.
9 Jun, 2024
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Great trip!
Jason B.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shedrick K.
13 Oct, 2024
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Excellent!
Shedrick K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jon L.
1 Sept, 2023
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Great stay?
Jon L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rachel A.
21 Sept, 2024
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PERFECT SPOT!
Rachel A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Melinda P.
13 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Melinda P.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chance W.
26 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
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Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Emily L.
31 May, 2025
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About the host
Hosted by Scott
My wife and I raise our 3 beautiful kids in Nashville, TN. My wife introduced me to the Smokies years ago, where our hosting journey began when we bought a cabin to share with our wonderful guests. Next we took our hosting to the beautiful sugar sand beach of Gulf Shores, a place we've visited since we first met in college, and our favorite beach and food escape. Then our family of Disney fans expanded to the most magical place on Earth, right next to Walt Disney World in Kissimmee, FL. We now co-host properties for owners like us, as we love providing great moments and memories to families and friends.
We are blessed to be on this journey and called to serve others in this way. We know these areas well so let us know if you ever have any questions, and we hope to have the privilege of hosting you!
We are blessed to be on this journey and called to serve others in this way. We know these areas well so let us know if you ever have any questions, and we hope to have the privilege of hosting you!
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