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The Compass Rose

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Our Gulf Shores Home
Living room with pullout couch
Living Room with pullout couch
Dinning Room - Open Concept
remodeled kitchen with dishwasher

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Lagoon Pass Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Queen Bed

master

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet

master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

The Compass Rose

1956 West Beach Blvd #4

Inside reflects our personality and love for the beach!

5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home with a community pool, pier and gazebo. Just steps from beach. Newly built house with all the amenities! Go to the beach by day and fish in the lagoon all night!
Covered parking under the house. Picnic table, grill, microwave and stove. Washer/dryer. Wifi and cable TV.
Just a wonderful family friendly area! Short drive to water park, restaurants and activities!
Quiet and relaxing location.

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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
This includes marijuana
We do supply some paper products and cleaning supplies however you may need to get more during your stay. Walmart and Publix are a short drive.
Please rinse all beach chairs and sand toys before check out.
There is a hose under the house to rinse feet after a beach day!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 601059vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near a water park and on a lake. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore The Wharf. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Orange Beach Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex. With jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lagoon Pass Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 23 min drive - 31.8 km
  • Fort Morgan - 37 min drive - 51.0 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Compass Rose have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Compass Rose pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Compass Rose?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Compass Rose?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Compass Rose?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Compass Rose located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of West Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Lagoon Pass Park is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

C.J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great stay. There was plenty of space for us to either be spaced out around the house or in an area together.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Beautiful and Convenient Condo for Large Group

Condo was perfect for two families, with plenty of bathrooms and bedrooms. Had everything we needed! Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Amazing Stay

The home was well stocked with everything you could need and you can't beat the location with a short walk to the beach! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margo L.

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

Close to everything

Family vacation. Lots to do.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Vacation

Property was great. Plenty of room for the family. Would rent again if needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Great location

Loved the location with easy access to beach, pool and lagoon. House was nicely furnished with kitchenware which allowed for us to cook at the house. Very comfortable accommodations. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

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

Awesome vacation

The home was perfect for our large family vacation. The bedrooms couldn't have worked any better, beds were very comfortable in each of the rooms The location was great. We hope to come back and stay again. Amy was so wonderful, she was the perfect host!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

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

Annual King Family Vacation

Everything was great! Host responded to any and all questions quickly. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shi W.

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

Great trip

We have stayed here two years in a row- the host is very responsive and accommodating! We will be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlene D.

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

Great place’

Compass Rose was an excellent play to stay near the beach. The house was spacious and met all of our needs. This place is very roomy! Loved it and will come again if I had the opportunity!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Beautiful Home with plenty of room for our entire family. Short walk to the beach and swimming area

Enjoyed our stay. Had a couple of questions for the owners and they responded very quickly. The home is beautiful and location to the Beach is amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

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

Great!

Love this place! We always come back year after year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

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

Lovely Gulf Shores adventure!

We enjoyed the property with all of its wonderful amenities and location! Having a pool and beach access were a plus!! The owner , Amy , was very responsive and available to answer questions. We all enjoyed our stay at Compass Rose !
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

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

Bob st. Paul mn.

Loved the stay 10 people stayed plenty of room would definitely do it again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lorean l.

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

Amazing!!!!

Wonderful setting, lovely house, neighborhood peaceful and comfortable. This house set up was amazing! We will be booking again. Its a must!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

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

Prime loco

Owners are very prompt with their responses to questions. Close the the beach with a wagon to carry the included beach chairs, boogie boards, and beach towels. Close to everything you want to go see and out to eat but far enough away from the chaos to have a relaxing vacation. The communal pool and the Sound were both enjoyable and relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonny W.

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

Family Reunion

We were very impressed with the cleanliness and how well the house was stocked and supplied for everyone's needs. We loved the beach chairs and the availability of toys for the kids. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Perfect property for our gathering

Our very large family was served perfectly by the Compass Rose. Casual comfort, convenient location to the beach, and bedrooms for everybody. We have nothing but compliments about our stay. Feel very confident about booking the Compass Rose.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger M.

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

Great location to the beach.

It was great as a short walk to the beach. We did have a problem with one of the upstairs bathroom toilets and the refrigerator was leaking water on the inside bottom of the refrigerator part. Overall good place to stay. It was hard to get everything washed up and out by 10:00 a.m. with a large family but not a deal breaker.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

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

Great multiple family vacation

The Compass Rose was absolutely perfect for our family/friends vacation. It was spacious enough with 5 teens and 6 adults. Just a short walk to the beach. And the fishing dock was perfect for the guys at night fishing in the lagoon and putting a fishing kayak also. Would definitely stay here again. Homeowner very quick to respond and friendly. Book your vacation now!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Amazing Stay

Loved the entire week! We had 12 people from ages 4 to 75! Plenty of room to spread out, lots of bathrooms, comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen, beautiful pool and dock, easy beach access. Amy was a dream. We had other family members who rented house 3. A trip of a lifetime!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison R.

SO MUCH ROOM FOR ACTIVITIES!

This house is extremely versatile. There were so many beds we had a hard time choosing which ones we wanted to sleep in. Amy and Matt were a joy to rent from and they were even nice enough to let us utilize their beach chairs and scooter during our stay. Would most definitely stay at this house over and over again if revisiting Gulf Shores, Alabama!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Patrick J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was responsive, and the house was lovely! Parking was ample- you can fit six cars under the house, if you park carefully. Beach access was easy and the fishing pier on the lagoon was lovely. They provide a beach wagon, chairs, and an umbrella, which was great. The beds were comfortable, and there were no issues with the house itself.My only complaint is that the checkout instructions included washing the dishes and unloading them. It's hard to have breakfast, run the dishes (when it takes two hours for a full wash), and unload them before a 10am checkout. Most rentals that I've used tell you to load the dishwasher and run it when you leave, which seems much more reasonable.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

The house was beautiful.

We loved the house. The one thing that made me happy it was a dead end street. We will definitely rent this house again. Very impressed at how the owners get back to you. Thank you for sharing. 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lenora H.

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

Family Vacation

Took our kids and grandkids 14 people in all. The house was just as described. Great location across the street from the beach and a shared swiming pool. Everyone enjoyed both. Went fishing off the pier very peaceful. Would recommend this property to everyone. Would stay here again. Thank you for shareing your beach house with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Matt and Amy Pater

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Hi friends! We are the Pater Family! We reside in Tennesse but make frequent trips down to the beach! we love this location so much that we just had to buy a house there! We hope you love it too :)

Why they chose this property

We are only steps from the beach here at Sunwatch Cottages which is perfect when you have kids and stuff to tote along! The pool is wonderful and the pier into the lagoon makes for wonderful crabbing and fishing.

What makes this property unique

Our house had a gorgeous makeover in 2016 to reflect our personality after purchasing it. This being a 5 bedroom, newly built home makes it great for holding large family vacations. We have ample bed space, with bunk beds in the kids room and queen size beds in most of the guest rooms. Full size refrigerator, microwave, and dish washer along with a washer/ dryer. Picnic table and grill under the house.

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English

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