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Beachfront 1BR + Bonus Bunk Room • Sleeps 7 • Balcony Views, Pools, Hot Tubs & Walk to Hangout

Seafront with water park, near Gulf State Park

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Living area
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6875 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Beachfront 1BR + Bonus Bunk Room • Sleeps 7 • Balcony Views, Pools, Hot Tubs & Walk to Hangout

Lighthouse 817 | 8th Floor | 1 Bedroom + Bonus Bunk Room • 2 Baths • 875 Sq. Ft.
Max Occupancy: 7
Bed Sizes: 1 King, 1 Twin-over-Full Junior Bunk and 1 Sleeper Sofa
Parking: Maximum of 2 vehicles. Parking passes are $50 per vehicle and must be purchased at check-in.

Welcome to Lighthouse 817, a beautiful 1-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo with a bonus bunk room, offering 875 sq. ft. of Gulf-front comfort and sleeping accommodations for up to 7 guests. Step inside and enjoy the bright, inviting living space, where natural light pours through the sliding doors leading to your private balcony—perfect for soaking up stunning coastal views.

The open-concept living area features a fully equipped kitchen ideal for preparing family meals, while the cozy living room provides a relaxing place to unwind. When it's time to turn in, kids will love the bonus bunk room with a twin-over-full bunk bed. The master bedroom offers private balcony access and its own en-suite bathroom, featuring a spa-like oversized shower with a full-body, massaging jetted shower head.

Additional conveniences include a sleeper sofa, flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and an in-unit washer and dryer.
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The Lighthouse is ideally located just 0.7 miles from The Hangout and offers exceptional resort-style amenities, including two beachside outdoor pools, two hot tubs, an indoor heated pool, sauna, a fitness center with panoramic Gulf views, grilling area, and a private boardwalk that leads straight to the sugar-white sands.

Sleeping Arrangement:
- Bedroom 1: King bed + private bath + balcony access
- Bonus Room: Twin-over-full Junior bunk
- Living Room: Sofa Sleeper

***ADDITIONAL DETAILS***

• RENTAL AGREEMENT: Must be signed before check-in information is released.

• AGE REQUIREMENT: Renter must be 25+ and stay for the entire reservation.

• NO SMOKING | NO PETS: Strictly enforced.

• WHAT'S PROVIDED: One-night starter set provided (1 paper towel roll, 1 small dish soap, 1 dishwasher packet, 1 trash liner per bin, 1 hand soap, 1 body soap, and 1 toilet paper roll per bathroom). Please bring additional supplies for the remainder of your stay.

• MONTHLY/SNOWBIRD STAYS: Available November–February. Contact us for details.
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• HOSTED BY: Sands of Alabama Vacation Rentals

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near theme parks and 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. 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

  • Gulf State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Orange Beach Beaches - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gulf State Park Fishing Pier - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Lighthouse 817 • Gulf-Front 1BR + Bunk Room • Sleeps 7 • Pools, Hot Tubs & Walk to The Hangout have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Lighthouse 817 • Gulf-Front 1BR + Bunk Room • Sleeps 7 • Pools, Hot Tubs & Walk to The Hangout pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lighthouse 817 • Gulf-Front 1BR + Bunk Room • Sleeps 7 • Pools, Hot Tubs & Walk to The Hangout?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lighthouse 817 • Gulf-Front 1BR + Bunk Room • Sleeps 7 • Pools, Hot Tubs & Walk to The Hangout?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lighthouse 817 • Gulf-Front 1BR + Bunk Room • Sleeps 7 • Pools, Hot Tubs & Walk to The Hangout?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lighthouse 817 • Gulf-Front 1BR + Bunk Room • Sleeps 7 • Pools, Hot Tubs & Walk to The Hangout located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Wade Ward Nature Park and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Landon Y.

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

Great anniversary stay

Our family of 3 had the most relaxing weekend getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small but workable. Hard to find lids for skillets.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Leonard F.

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

Nice property

The property was nice and as advertised. The person that checked us in should not be working with the public.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph H.

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

Lighthouse 817

Great place to stay!
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett M.

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

Wonderful Condo

The unit was just as advertised. Very clean, very comfortable bed, excellent shower and water pressure. The views were amazing and the unit had everything we needed and more. I wiuld not hesitate to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

Beautiful property

This is a very pretty property and the location is perfect

10/10 Excellent

Christenne V.

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

Our 2024 Gulf Shores Vacay

Our stay in Gulf Shores, Alabama was great. The facility was excellent, and in a good location. It had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis F.

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

Beautiful Condo With Amazing View!

We had a fantastic stay at this condo in Gulf Shores, AL! The property was spotless and beautifully decorated, with comfortable furnishings that made us feel right at home. The kitchen was well-equipped and perfect for preparing meals. The view from the condo was absolutely stunning, and it was just a quick walk to both the beach and the pools. Covered parking was a great bonus. Check-in and check-out were a breeze. We’d definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing beach getaway! Our family had a wonderful time and we created many memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua C.

Great family stay

The house was clean and well laid out! My 2 boys loved the patio, my wife loved how close we were to the beach, and I loved they were all happy! Great spot for a getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
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8/10 Good

Bobby J.

Great location

Right in middle of Gulf Shores, great place to get to anywhere quickly. Condo has everything you need.
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10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Great Vacation!

The condo was exactly as advertised. Beautiful view from the balcony. I would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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6/10 Okay

David Y.

Location

Location
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10/10 Excellent

James D.

Good place

Large bathroom. Two bathrooms. Beautiful view from LR and BR. Large balcony.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Jodi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

3 day trip

We had a great. Only issue was a clogged aink full of hair
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Rebecca H.

Great place to stay

Love the location, the unit is perfect for our needs. The only two issues we're the inability to get into unit at 4:00....code didn't work. And the outrageous cost of parking there...$40 per car. Otherwise great
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8/10 Good

Deborah W.

Nice place

We LOVE staying at Lighthouse! Hands down always recommend the building itself. This particular unit 817 was nice - some updates couldn’t hurt (peeling paint on ceiling in bathroom is one example) but worked well enough for us. It was smaller than I expected, so I’ll be keeping an eye on just how much space we have in the future.
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8/10 Good

Travis B.

Beautiful

We absolutely loved this place!!! Great location and the view is amazing! Super clean and everything about our experience was easy. No problems. The only reason we didn’t give this place 5 stars is the mattress was very tired. Update the mattress and it’s 5 stars all day long!!
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6/10 Okay

jeff c.

817

condo was as advertised . well stocked, the jetted tub did not work, mattress needs replaced!! needs more blankets or anykind of cover for bed

8/10 Good

Ryan W.

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

Cool place

Nice place, close To alot of really good places to eat. I don’t recommend this particular room cause the bed is horrible!!!!!!!!!! The dryer didn’t work til the 3rd day there! I even had 1 Vacasa guy tell me the washer and dryer wasn’t included haha. Which was total BS. The mattress needs replaced in a bad way but other than that really nice
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
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8/10 Good

Melissa A.

Cozy Family Spot

This condo was a perfect fit for our family. We have 2 boys, seven years apart, so they need seperate spaces. The extra room in this condo was perfect for my teenaged son to have some private space. My youngest camped out on the couch leaving the master for the adults. We enjoyed the outdoor patio, seeing and hearing the ocean from sun up to sun down was fabulous. We were also able to cook and enjoy meals on the balcony as a family! The livingroom was big enough for us to gather around the coffee table for a game of dominos. Overall, this is a nice cozy space right on the beach with lots of imenities on-site. My boys were always able to make friends at the pool - perfect family spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Brittany L.

Lighthouse 817

We loved this condo for being our first time to Gulf Shores, AL. Some things in the condo could be updated. We were not planning on spending much time in the condo, but due to excessive heat warning all week, we were glad to have a nice cool place to go. The couch was very unstable, which is probably why it was sitting on wooden blocks on the back side. There were some spots in the ceiling in the main bathroom that looked like had been damaged and never fixed. We enjoyed having essential items as far as kitchen appliances and toiletries available to us. We definitely used the washer and dryer and enjoyed sitting on the balcony. Once again, some furniture could be updated. Loungers had quite a bit of rust on them. Overall, we loved how safe the condo felt and the pool and beach access being more private.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Tricia J.

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

Enjoy the building, not so much the room.

One toilet was broken and unusable the entire stay, the couch looked like it had blood or smeared red jelly on it in a couple of places. We turned on the jets in the jetted tub and black stuff shot out into the water making it unusable. The refrigerator is covered is a orange/red substance and appears dirty on the outside. There is mold on the wall when you walk in. Worst of all there was a giant cockroach our second night there and so we slept with the lights on. This is our second time staying at the lighthouse. Would not return to this unit. 😕
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen F.

Clean and comfy

This condo was easy to access. We appreciated the clean and comfortable space. Close to walk to the state park beach area.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

Affordable Condo in Gulf Shores

The best part was waking up to the sound of waves each morning. Just looking outside from the bedroom with a wall of windows and seeing the beach was amazing! Loved the front row seat to the ocean and the huge back porch! The view was spectacular especially in the morning watching the sunrise. Really liked the parking options with outside and covered parking. Felt very safe and secure. Enjoyed the condominium amenities, easy beach access without any hassle, pools available for the little ones and within walking distance to restaurants, shops and stores. Would stay there again for sure!

4/10 Poor

Jamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Wish I would’ve been told there was no access to my balcony before day of check in

The balcony was being painted which I wasn’t informed about until check in day or I would’ve changed rooms. The balcony is literally why I pay for a gulf front condo. The men started working early and it was so loud we couldn’t stay in our room. The pool was closed due to hazards from the men working. I love the lighthouse and always stay there but this time was awful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

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Hosted by Sands of Alabama Vacation Rentals LLC

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