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Welcome to Family Tides in Gulf Shores!
Soak up the sun in the loungers
Pathway to paradise
Family Tides is in the popular West Beach Blvd area of Gulf Shores
Downstairs game room with ping pong table

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathroom- Bedroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Relaxing Beachfront Getaway | Gulf Shores Favorite

Family Tides – Relaxing Beachfront Getaway | Gulf Shores Favorite

Welcome to Family Tides, a charming gulf-front beach cottage located along the beautiful shores of Gulf Shores, Alabama. Just three miles down popular West Beach Boulevard, this relaxing three bedroom, two bathroom beachfront retreat comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests and offers the perfect setting for unforgettable family vacations on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. With direct beach access, panoramic Gulf views, and a spacious beachfront sundeck, Family Tides combines classic coastal charm with the comfort and convenience of a true home away from home.

Outdoor Living
- Expansive Gulf-front sundeck with endless beachfront views
- Direct beach access just steps from the home
- Outdoor dining area perfect for meals with Gulf breezes
- Charcoal grill for beachfront cookouts and family gatherings
- Outdoor shower for rinsing off after beach days
- Quiet beachfront location away from crowds and elevators
- Incredible views of the Gulf of Mexico from the deck and living spaces

Indoor Comforts
Inside, Family Tides features a thoughtfully designed open-concept layout with stylish furnishings and comfortable coastal touches throughout. The cozy living room provides plenty of seating for relaxing after a day in the sand, while large sliding glass doors showcase breathtaking Gulf views and fill the home with natural light. The fully equipped kitchen offers everything needed for preparing family meals and beach snacks with ease, along with additional bar seating for gathering together. Guests can dine indoors at the table for six or enjoy al fresco meals outside on the private deck overlooking the water. A convenient washer and dryer add comfort for extended stays, while the Gulf-front primary suite features direct deck access, designed for relaxation after long beach days.

Sleeping Arrangements
- Primary Bedroom: 1 King, television, Gulf-front deck access, private bath
- Bedroom 2: 1 Queen, television
- Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Bunk Beds, shares hallway bath with Bedroom 2

Whether you are sipping coffee on the sundeck at sunrise, spending the day in the sugar-white sand, or gathering with loved ones for sunset dinners overlooking the Gulf, Family Tides offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and laid-back coastal charm. Skip the elevators, crowded parking lots, and noisy neighbors above, and enjoy a true beachfront escape with Harris Vacations in the heart of Gulf Shores, Alabama.

Rental Age Policy
We love people of all ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes. However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25. We have no exception to this policy.

Risk
Guest acknowledges that beaches, bays, docks, piers, pools, and waterfront areas are inherently dangerous and assumes all related risks, known or unknown, when renting a vacation rental home. Guests agree to exercise extreme caution at all times. For more information, see the Terms and Conditions document.

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About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is on the beach. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. With sailing and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Lagoon Pass Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • West Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 22 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Fort Morgan - 36 min drive - 50.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬6 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Very clean and well stocked. Would definitely recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2025
Hi Pattie, thanks for the wonderful review of Family Tides!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. No major complaints.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan, 2026
Hi Darren, thanks for the wonderful review of Family Tides!
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay. Great beach view and access. Awesome porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept, 2025
Hi Karen, thanks for choosing Harris Vacations!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Much needed R&R

We love staying at this property. Directly on the beach with a deck to enjoy the view. Love the location and that its in a less congested and quiet area. Perfect to get away and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun, 2025
Hi Amy, thanks for the wonderful review of Family Tides!
Verified

8/10 Good

T d.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get together at the beach

Clean, on the beach, good setup for a medium to large family. Fenced in patio was a huge plus.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May, 2024
Hi Taylor, thanks for the great review of Family Tides!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

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

Great location and clean updated home!

The home was very clean, checkin was a breeze, no issues at all. Master bedroom and bathroom were nice size. Deck space and location were great! Perfect space for our family of 4!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar, 2025
Hi Hannah, thanks for the five-stars! We're happy you chose Harris Vacations!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CARLA B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were on a girlfriend trip. We were looking for a beach house directly on the beach. It was perfect for us. We walked straight out from the house onto the beach, exactly what we wanted. We were pretty stacked in there but it was fine. We had 8 adult women with 2 bathrooms but it worked for us. Hope to go back next year.The house was very clean, no issues at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul, 2025
HI Carla, thanks for the awesome review!
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