Summer Beachside Retreat | Perfect Walkable Location | Ocean Reef 108 | Pool

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A living room with a flat-screen TV, two armchairs, a sofa, a coffee table, and a rug.
A corridor with a wooden railing, a pool area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies and a sandy beach in front.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by multi-story buildings with balconies.
A compact kitchen with a sink, stove, and refrigerator. There is a dining area with chairs and a table. A painting of a beach scene is on the wall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Gulf Shores Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Swimming pool
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is in the city centre and near the beach. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Tropic Falls at OWA and Shrimpy's Grill and Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Little Lagoon - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gulf State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Waterville USA - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Summer Beachside Retreat | Perfect Walkable Location | Ocean Reef 108 | Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Summer Beachside Retreat | Perfect Walkable Location | Ocean Reef 108 | Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Summer Beachside Retreat | Perfect Walkable Location | Ocean Reef 108 | Pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Summer Beachside Retreat | Perfect Walkable Location | Ocean Reef 108 | Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Summer Beachside Retreat | Perfect Walkable Location | Ocean Reef 108 | Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Summer Beachside Retreat | Perfect Walkable Location | Ocean Reef 108 | Pool located?

Located in the heart of Gulf Shores, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Little Lagoon, Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. The Hangout and Wade Ward Nature Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Room was clean and affordable! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean condo, everything was just as listed. Shops, restaurants, grocery stores was just a short drive. Beach is just a few steps away. Will definitely plan another trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I had a great stay. We loved the location being right on the beach. An added bonus, we could walk to lots of shops and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of the cleanest places that I have ever stayed with it being on beach. Great location. Easy checking in and check out.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway!!

This property was fantastic for my wife and I to have a few days away. We enjoyed the easy access to the beach. It was very close to some of our favorite restaurants. This made for a relaxing weekend! Great place to stay for the two of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr, 2025
Thank you so much for the glowing review! We’re beyond thrilled to hear that our property was the perfect escape for you and your wife! With easy beach access and your favorite spots just around the corner, it sounds like you found the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure. 🌊 We’re especially grateful that you were our very first guests in this unit—it means so much to us that you helped set the tone with our first review here! We’d love to welcome you both back anytime for another rejuvenating getaway.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was smooth except they said you needed a parking pass. Couldnt get a parking pass bc no one was there like they said there would be and i was worried about getting towed. There was no beach view. No elevators. The beach access was good though and it was pretty clean, except there was a hair ball in the blanket i unfolded. The parking was nice. You also had to basically clean the condo yourself before leaving.. you had to take all the trash to the dumpster, pile up towels, undo the bed. And more. It was asking too much. Check out was bad. I was still unloading the condo at 10am and the door automatically locked and changed the code by 10am. There was nothing that said this would happen. My phone got locked inside the condo. I had to borrow a neighboring condo renter’s phone to try to contact my renter to get in. It was not easy. And When I got in touch with them, he was very rude and said I was supposed to be out no later than 10am and i had to get out asap. His tone was not kind. Just in general bad experience checking out.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct, 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the easy beach access, convenient parking, and overall cleanliness of the condo. We did want to clarify a few things for future guests. Our listing specifically mentions that Ocean Reef 108 does not have a beach view, and an elevator is not listed as an amenity. We do our best to describe each property accurately so guests know what to expect before arriving. Parking permits are purchased directly from the on-site attendant, as noted in our listing. We're sorry no one was available when you arrived, and we understand how that could be frustrating. As for checkout, our 10 AM checkout time is included in our rental agreement and guest instructions. Door codes automatically expire at checkout for security purposes, unless a late checkout has been arranged in advance. We're sorry this caught you off guard, and we understand it was stressful having your belongings still inside. Our team did help you regain access, but we also have to be mindful of our housekeeping schedule and incoming guests. Our checkout requests are pretty standard for vacation rentals. We simply ask guests to take out their trash, gather used towels, and strip the beds. Our housekeeping team takes care of the actual cleaning and getting everything ready for the next guests. We're sorry your checkout experience put a damper on your stay. We certainly never want anyone leaving on a sour note! We appreciate you staying with us and taking the time to share your experience. We wish you all the best in your future travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location!!!

As described, very clean, steps from the beach and close by many stores and restaurants. Chair rental companies were great, amenities were clean very well kept and the condo itself was perfect for a 2 person weekend trip. Beachy and cute, this condo was so comfortable to come back to after a long day at the beach. 10/10 would recommend Ocean Reef following this experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr, 2025
Thank you so much! We're happy you had such a great experience — the location really is hard to beat, and we’re glad the condo felt like the perfect beachy retreat after your days in the sun. So happy to hear everything was clean, comfy, and just right for your weekend getaway. We'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ocean Reef Stay

Great place to stay. Keep in mind that you will hear everyone around you. Lots of families with younger kids, so definitely family friendly. I wish parking for at least one vehicle would have been included with the stay. However, the parking fee was reasonable. Make sure you have cash for the parking fee.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun, 2025
Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay at Ocean Reef - it’s definitely a family-friendly spot, especially during the summer months. We appreciate your note about parking. Just to clarify, we do mention in the listing, pre-arrival info, and check-in email that parking is purchased separately and must be paid in cash on-site. We try to be as clear as possible so guests can plan ahead. Thanks again for staying with us - we’d love to host you again anytime and turn your 4-star into a 5-star experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Good place to stay especially if u are wanting a spot less than 1min walking distance behind u to the Beach. Has nice pool area. Very clean place. Super close to all the beach stores and places to eat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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