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LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! **Beach Views** Read Reviews...
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61150 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! **Beach Views** Read Reviews...
SOUTH WINDS Unit #8
Our condo is in the middle of everything. It is 2 blocks from the "T" (the intersection of Hwy. 59 and Beach Blvd, at the Hangout). Park your car and never have to leave. Walk to The Hangout, The Pink Pony, Bahama Bobs, The Shrimp Basket and The Steamer just to name a few. There are also lots of souvenir shops also within walking distance. You can eat, drink and shop without ever getting in your car. How great is that!!
You get a great view of the white sand beaches of Gulf Shores right from the large front deck with no high rises to block your view. This is a small and quiet complex with only 12 units. Great for families and kids.
You can enjoy the large front deck with the beach views or sit back with a cold drink and watch the beautiful sunsets. You can also enjoy our small private balcony just off the living room with views of the beach also. This is a GREAT place for nice evening dinners.
It is an easy 1 minute walk to the beach with easy beach access. We have a cross walk and light just in front of the condo for your convenience. Just cross the street and your toes are in the sand.
To make is easy to tote the 6 beach chairs, beach mats, 6 beach towels and the beach umbrella that we provide we also have a beach cart. Did I mention we have a hard cooler and a couple of small soft coolers? No dragging all that stuff from home or having to buy it when you get here. WE HAVE IT FOR U!!
If you'd rather stay in and chill after a long day at the beach we do have a charcoal grill.
We have a few small appliances for easy meals also.
The kitchen is FULLY stocked with probably anything you would need. There are 2 great bedrooms with queen beds, HDTV's, and each with a roll a way bed for overflow. You have views of the beach from both bedrooms. There is a full bath with tub/shower combo upstairs and a full bath with shower downstairs.
If you like the colors of the sand and the ocean you will love this condo. It has soothing beach colors and is light, bright and airy. There is free WIFI and FREE covered parking for 2 cars directly under the unit. The condo is approximately 1150 sq. feet. There is a full-size laundry room with full size W/D. We do have a pool on site and also a shower beneath the unit to shower off after that long day at the beach. We have board games and cards for those unexpected rainy days.
The HANGOUT FESTIVAL is directly in the front of our condo. Streets are blocked off for walking to and from the festival with no traffic to fight. No driving, no parking fees and no hassle. Or if you prefer you can just sit on either deck with a cold one and listen to the live music and watch the people go by. It's GREAT!!
I know you'll enjoy it as much as we do..
Thank you for checking us out and we hope you find your perfect vacation spot..
The McIvers
AMENITIES:
Beach Towels, 6 Beach Chairs, Beach Mats, Beach Umbrella, Beach Cart, Coolers
Free WIFI
Free covered parking for 2 vehicles
Charcoal Grill
Pool
Outdoor shower
Large front Deck with a beach view
Private balcony (off Living Room) with a beach view
Nearby Golf courses
Walk to Restaurants/Shopping
Nearby bike rentals
Keywords: gulf/beach views, family friendly, great location
Our condo is in the middle of everything. It is 2 blocks from the "T" (the intersection of Hwy. 59 and Beach Blvd, at the Hangout). Park your car and never have to leave. Walk to The Hangout, The Pink Pony, Bahama Bobs, The Shrimp Basket and The Steamer just to name a few. There are also lots of souvenir shops also within walking distance. You can eat, drink and shop without ever getting in your car. How great is that!!
You get a great view of the white sand beaches of Gulf Shores right from the large front deck with no high rises to block your view. This is a small and quiet complex with only 12 units. Great for families and kids.
You can enjoy the large front deck with the beach views or sit back with a cold drink and watch the beautiful sunsets. You can also enjoy our small private balcony just off the living room with views of the beach also. This is a GREAT place for nice evening dinners.
It is an easy 1 minute walk to the beach with easy beach access. We have a cross walk and light just in front of the condo for your convenience. Just cross the street and your toes are in the sand.
To make is easy to tote the 6 beach chairs, beach mats, 6 beach towels and the beach umbrella that we provide we also have a beach cart. Did I mention we have a hard cooler and a couple of small soft coolers? No dragging all that stuff from home or having to buy it when you get here. WE HAVE IT FOR U!!
If you'd rather stay in and chill after a long day at the beach we do have a charcoal grill.
We have a few small appliances for easy meals also.
The kitchen is FULLY stocked with probably anything you would need. There are 2 great bedrooms with queen beds, HDTV's, and each with a roll a way bed for overflow. You have views of the beach from both bedrooms. There is a full bath with tub/shower combo upstairs and a full bath with shower downstairs.
If you like the colors of the sand and the ocean you will love this condo. It has soothing beach colors and is light, bright and airy. There is free WIFI and FREE covered parking for 2 cars directly under the unit. The condo is approximately 1150 sq. feet. There is a full-size laundry room with full size W/D. We do have a pool on site and also a shower beneath the unit to shower off after that long day at the beach. We have board games and cards for those unexpected rainy days.
The HANGOUT FESTIVAL is directly in the front of our condo. Streets are blocked off for walking to and from the festival with no traffic to fight. No driving, no parking fees and no hassle. Or if you prefer you can just sit on either deck with a cold one and listen to the live music and watch the people go by. It's GREAT!!
I know you'll enjoy it as much as we do..
Thank you for checking us out and we hope you find your perfect vacation spot..
The McIvers
AMENITIES:
Beach Towels, 6 Beach Chairs, Beach Mats, Beach Umbrella, Beach Cart, Coolers
Free WIFI
Free covered parking for 2 vehicles
Charcoal Grill
Pool
Outdoor shower
Large front Deck with a beach view
Private balcony (off Living Room) with a beach view
Nearby Golf courses
Walk to Restaurants/Shopping
Nearby bike rentals
Keywords: gulf/beach views, family friendly, great location
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
SMOKING IS ONLY ALLOWED OUTDOORS
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Put the a/c on 78, lock storage building and put key back in the cabinet next to the refrigerator on the nail, place wood rod at the bottom of the sliding glass door.
Bring all dirty bed linens, bath towels and kitchen towels to the laundry room floor. Wash, dry and fold any of our beach towels that you used and place back on the shelf in the laundry room.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Gulf Shores
Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near a water park and near 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Gulf Shores, AL
What's nearby
- Gulf Shores Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Hangout Music Fest - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Wade Ward Nature Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Gulf State Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
- Waterville USA - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Hangout - 6 min walk
- The Catch - 1 min walk
- The Happy Pappy Coffee House - 3 min drive
- Sunliner Diner - 7 min walk
- De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
2 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
M A.
13 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

M A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer R.
10 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and host
Jennifer R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Danielle R.
31 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location for close beach access!
Danielle R.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
AMY H.
7 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
AMY H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Francis L.
2 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Francis L.
Stayed 55 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
sylvia t.
25 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

sylvia t.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael W.
10 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gulf Shores Beach
Michael W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amanda F.
17 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would definitely stay again
Amanda F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julianne M.
6 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT!
Julianne M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan M.
19 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Susan M.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carla T.
14 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beach Get Away!!
Carla T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy and Salah M.
2 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this condo!!
Jeremy and Salah M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anthony R.
15 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Place
Anthony R.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Mark W.
5 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Mark W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer S.
8 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location
Jennifer S.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Derrell D.
3 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Condo + Perfect Location
Derrell D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hunter E.
13 Jun, 2019
Great Condo
Hunter E.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Raymond S.
10 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good time
Raymond S.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
ashley b.
1 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
ashley b.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan B.
29 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay near the beach
Susan B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathy M.
22 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Kathy M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vyetta R.
27 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
Vyetta R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Candace L.
2 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday Weekend
Candace L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Melissa C.
13 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Melissa C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
Hosted by Sonjie and Danny McIver
My husband and I are from Lafayette, Louisiana. We purchased this property as a family getaway and a place to make wonderful memories. So far it has not let us down. This is certainly our home away from home. I try very hard to make it just as special for you. I do hope you have the opportunity to enjoy it as much as we do. I don't think it will disappoint you.
Why they chose this property
I have always loved Gulf Shores. I visited as a teenager and a young adult. We absolutely fell in love with our neighbors and how close the beach is. The complex is small (only 12 units) , its cozy and very family and kid friendly. As far as the LOCATION, you just can't get any better.
What makes this property unique
This condo is so convenient to everything. The white sand beach and the beautiful gulf is directly across the street with a great view from the front and back decks. There are restaurants/bars surrounding the condo, all w/n walking distance. One is directly across the parking lot. You can sit on the back deck and listen to the music comming from the 'Hang Out'. If you're here for the shrimp festival you just cross the street and you are there, no driving/parking, it is located directly in front of our condo on the beach. If you would rather just sit on the deck with a cold drink and listen to the bands you can do that or just people watch. Every evening after the last band plays the fireworks show is beautiful and viewed right from the deck. Life doesn't get much better than this...
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