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Family friendly home located in Martinique On The Gulf -- REMODELED FALL 2024

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Welcome to the Tropical Haven!
Quiet cul de sac where kids can ride bikes or throw the ball
Beautiful view from the front porch and golf cart available (drivers must be 16)
Light filled spacious living room boasts 75" 4K Smart TV & seating for everyone
Sleeper sofa allows accommodations for up to 8 guests

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪71 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Primary Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Family friendly home located in Martinique On The Gulf -- REMODELED FALL 2024

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful calming home at the beach!  Located next to the secluded Bon Secour Natural Wildlife Refuge and less than ½ mile from the beach, this vacation home is an ideal place to spend any getaway with your loved ones.  Fill your day by soaking up the sun at the beach or either of two community swimming pools, relax in the hot tub at night or challenge each other to some pickleball or tennis at the community court.  Whether you utilize the golf cart or one of the many bikes available, enjoy the scenic 3 minute ride to the beach. This charming home is just what you need for your next vacation!

Key Features:

NEW FURNISHINGS FALL 2024
3 comfortable bedrooms: 1 king, 1 queen & 2 twin beds
2 full bathrooms
Full kitchen with breakfast counter, refrigerator with ice maker, microwave, dishwasher
Calming screened porch overlooking scenic Bon Secour Wildlife Refuge and covered front porch
Propane grill
High speed WiFi + flat screen smart TVs in all rooms
Full size washer + dryer
Use of beach cart for transportation to and from the beach
Variety of beach toys + chairs + umbrellas available
Various bicycles
Two community pools and hot tubs (beach side and mid-resort; heated seasonally)
Lighted, fast-dry tennis / pickleball court
Fitness center
Sauna
Board games + books + puzzles
Direct community access to the beach

This one-story beach house has no steps and offers close to 1,800 square feet of living space with three-bedrooms, two-baths, screened patio, front porch and large deck with a convenient one-car garage. Once you step inside you will find an open floor plan with a spacious living room, dining room and fully appointed kitchen with breakfast counter. The kitchen includes a full size refrigerator with ice maker, microwave, full size dishwasher, Keurig and drip coffee maker and all the necessities to cook as much (or as little!) as you want. The separate laundry room includes a full-size washer and dryer for your convenience. Just off the living room is a large screened porch with plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy the late evenings and watching wildlife from the Bon Secour Natural Wildlife Refuge.

In addition to the main living areas, there are three bedrooms. The primary suite has a large en suite bath with a garden tub, glass-enclosed shower, double vanity and separate commode room. The second bathroom is shared by the other two bedrooms on the opposite side of the home. Other features include WiFi, 10-foot ceilings, ceiling fans, central heating and air conditioning, and plenty of storage areas.

Sleeps: 8
Primary Bedroom: King size bed, 65” 4K UHD Smart TV
Second Bedroom: Queen size bed, 60” LCD Smart TV
Third Bedroom: (2) Twin size beds, 40” LCD Smart TV
Living Room: Queen sofa sleeper, 75” 4K UHD Smart TV, DVD Player

Includes: Propane Grill and 1 Golf Cart

Restrictions: No Smoking, No Pets

PARKING FOR 2 VEHICLES MAXIMUM (This home has 1 GOLF CART)

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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
2 car max, no sun screen to be used inside the house, (discolors carpet & tile), all trash to be put outside when leaving for home.
Please run dishwasher upon checkout

Important information

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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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Highlands, a neighbourhood in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Zooland Mini Golf and Waterville USA. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 15 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Fort Morgan - 16 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jesse’s On The Bay - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Tiki Bar @ The Beach Club - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family friendly home located in Martinique On The Gulf -- REMODELED FALL 2024 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Family friendly home located in Martinique On The Gulf -- REMODELED FALL 2024?

As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family friendly home located in Martinique On The Gulf -- REMODELED FALL 2024 on 6 Aug, 2026 start from S$451, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Family friendly home located in Martinique On The Gulf -- REMODELED FALL 2024 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Family friendly home located in Martinique On The Gulf -- REMODELED FALL 2024?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family friendly home located in Martinique On The Gulf -- REMODELED FALL 2024?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family friendly home located in Martinique On The Gulf -- REMODELED FALL 2024?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family friendly home located in Martinique On The Gulf -- REMODELED FALL 2024 located?

This family-friendly Gulf Shores holiday home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Fort Morgan Beach. Bon Secour Bay and Edith Hammock are also within 15 minutes.

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. 49 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is in a perfect location for relaxation without the crowds. The beach access is great with plenty of beach space to enjoy. The golf cart was very handy getting around the grounds. Both pools were great for the family to enjoy & each offer their own appeal. The house was very clean & spacious. Family enjoy our stay & would certainly book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anneliese R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I just walked by the pool and it looked like a great place to relax. Never went swimming in the pool.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

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

Beach vacay

Property and host were both top knotch!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2025
Thanks
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Returned Perfection

We returned after 17 years and the house was even more perfect. If you are looking to truly get away this is the place!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2025
Thanks so much
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don G.

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

Great cabin in the mountains

Wonderful owners, more than expected, just a great location and well kept home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2020
Thank you please come again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige W.

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

Lovely Place and Great Resort

We love Martinique, and this home is lovely! Lots of beach amenities, lots of kitchen gear (knives were great!), and the house was super clean. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

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

Wonderful property and location

Absolutely wonderful house and the property location was even more beautiful and peaceful than we would have imagined. Most of the time we had the pool completely to ourselves and the private beach had no more than ten people on it at the times we went. If I had to give one critique it would be that the house had a lot of glass decor that we had to put up so our two year old wouldn’t accidentally break anything. We will absolutely be staying here again. The best vacation we have had in years.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your review
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

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

A great stay.

Nice house. Great for young families! Martinique is quiet and beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul, 2020
Thanks for your review
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam T.

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

Wonderful vacation!

This property was excellent…again, as we have stayed in this house 3 times. Well equipped and very comfortable. The back porch is terrific! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug, 2022
Thanks for returning glad you came.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cliff H.

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

Fall Break

Our 6th or 7th time in Martinique over the last 4 years and we've had Chris as our host at least twice, maybe 3 times and he's great. Very responsive and wants his guests to enjoy themselves. Martinique is a great spot
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zach H.

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

Perfect for a getaway

Our family of 5 had a blast at Fort Morgan. This property was the perfect size for us! The owners really have considered everything. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct, 2021
Thank you so much for your review, please do come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

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

Tropical Haven….Heaven

We have stayed at Martinique on the Gulf for many years. This is my 4th property and by far my favorite. It was recently remodeled and is just beautiful! Perfect size for our group of 3 adults, a teenager and a 7 year old. There were plenty of beach chairs and toys( we left a few more). The golf cart worked great and so did the air! It was a beautiful week of relaxation and fun with our grands! Tropical Haven will definitely be our new home for our week at Martinique! We are already planning our next trip! Thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2025
Thank you for your review, very much appreciated.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce H.

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

Perfect

Absolutely a great place. Pictures did not do this house justice! Plenty of chairs and bikes. Great place. We will be coming back to this home! Communication with owner was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2024
Thanks for your review, and please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa O.

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

Great Stay In Martinique

We booked this home last minute and it was perfect. Clean, spacious, private in the back. Very nice screened in porch plus deck. Perfect for us and 3 adult children. Lots of toys in garage for beach, chairs and gulf cart. Property has two really nice pools and great gulf beach access. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

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

Oasis next to wildlife preserve

We enjoyed our stay at this large, open, well-equipped house. The back porch is feet away from the Bon Secour Wildlife Preserve and is very private. The golf cart makes trips to the beach easy. The 3 bedroom, 2 bath was great for grandma, grandpa, son, daughter-in-law, and granddaughter.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2022
Thanks for your review, please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casie T.

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

Better than expected

The pictures actually don’t do this place justice. The pool, beach and golf cart gave so many options! We had a great time and plan to be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct, 2022
Thanks for the review, please do come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana I.

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

Tropical Haven

The property was great and located in a beautiful little community that we enjoyed walking and exploring on the golf cart. The property manager was wonderful, the AC was not working properly after our first night, I contacted her and she had someone there and had it fixed with in just a few hours. We will definitely rent again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul, 2021
Thank you for your review, please do come again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Perfect getaway

We are repeat vacationers at the Tropical Haven and look forward to going back every year! The amenities are great, the kitchen has everything you need - we've even cooked a Thanksgiving meal while there! The owners have bicycles for every age available, pool and beach toys, chairs, etc. The kids love riding the golf card the short distance to the beach and my husband loves the availability of a gas grill for relaxing evenings. The beaches are beautiful and the environment is quiet and relaxing. Looking forward to our trip next year!
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
We are so glad that you return to Tropical Haven every year. You are welcome back anytime. Carolyn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary and Lisa M.

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

Martinique on the Gulf

Wonderful, will definitely stay here again, Cindy was very helpful and answered my questions quickly and well. No problems what so ever, golf cart was wonderful going back and forth to pool and beach. Also other reviews said there was problem with the golf cart, totally working fine, and the new coffee maker is great also. I would recommend and I am pretty picky.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2020
Thanks for the review, it is appreciated.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Debby M.

Best Girls Trip Ever!

Tropical Haven is truly a haven! It was absolutely perfect for our spring break trip! The home is beautiful and it has everything you need for your stay. There are plenty of chairs, beach toys and bikes in the garage and using the golf cart to get to the beach is such a treat. We sat on the screened in porch every morning drinking our coffee and enjoying the beautiful surroundings. Martinique is just gorgeous; we love the landscaping, the pools and the workout center and the beach is one of the best! We would highly recommend Tropical Haven and Martinique! We certainly hope to return soon.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Thanks for your review, I am happy you enjoyed your stay at Tropical Haven and look forward to your return. It was a pleasure working with you. Carolyn
Verified

8/10 Good

Janine C.

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

Spring Break

The house was great! The kitchen & main tub faucets leaked. The house looked like we were the first people to be there in awhile and could use a deep clean. We will be back later this year! Loved the beach toys and such! Directions for using the TV would be helpful but it kept us off the TV for most of the visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam T.

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

Martinique on the Gulf - Tropical Haven

Property Manager was excellent and very helpful! It was an extremely easy check-in and check-out. Property was excellent for our family, and better equipped than any we’ve rented. Only problem was parking. Very much a hassle with two cars and wanting to use the golf cart. You can’t park a car on the street, golf cart is in garage, and driveway is only single car width. You’ll spend great portion of your vacation jockeying cars around.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept, 2021
Thanks for your review, sorry you had a problem with cars, we always back in as far as possible to the left & can get 2 cars in. It is a little close, but it works.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rachel w.

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

Family Vaca

LOVED our stay! Quite golf cart community with multiple pools, gym, tennis court, and beautiful tropical landscaping. The house and furnishings were very comfortable and felt like home. The beach was not overcrowded like Gulf Shores can get. With the nature reserve being next to the neighborhood, you could take a short walk down the beach to feel alone. There were chairs and lots of beach toys to use, but you will need to bring beach towels and a tent. There is a dollar store just outside the neighborhood that is very convenient for beach things and small groceries. While the house looks like it may be far away from the beach, it was a very quick and easy golf cart ride or bike ride away, and there is cart and bike parking right at the beach entrance. We really enjoyed it and will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul, 2024
Thanks for your review, and please come again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Tina L.

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

Great house

The house was fully equipped with everything needed just like at home. Golf cart was a bonus to get to the beach. Well stocked sand toys, chairs, rafts and bikes. Basically everything needed for the beach without having to bring them from home.The complex offered 2 great pools. Unfortunately, the dishwasher was broken so we had to hand wash everything. It was rough frying bacon and eggs due to lack of teflon pans. Lastly, the carpet was worn and in dire need of cleaning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Tina, I am so sorry the dishwasher was not working for you, I did have the 2 1/2 yr old dishwasher fixed as soon as we knew it wasn't working. As far as the teflon pans go, I did replace those with regular skillets since some renters didn't feel the need to use the proper utensils & scratched the teflon ones up more than once. The carpet was just cleaned in March of 2019, I guess that will be the next thing to replace. Thanks for coming, hope you had a good time & will return in the future. Carolyn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

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

Wonderful experience

The house was delightful and exceeded our expectations! The house was very clean inside and out. We had Plenty of room for a family of 4 to stretch out. The kitchen offered nearly everything needed to cook with regards pots/pans/silverware/utensils. Rooms were comfortable and our children enjoyed the TV’s in each room when we weren’t at the beech or pool. The indoor/outdoor pool near the house was a huge hit for our kids. The beach was absolutely beautiful and clean. The property sits next to the wildlife preserve so the beach has never crowded. We didn’t use the pool next to the beach but it was a popular hangout for most families. The golf cart was a huge bonus and a hit with the kids, it made going to the pool and beach easy and fun! The neighborhood is truly amazing and very quiet and peaceful! We will absolutely plan our next family beach vacation at this neighborhood and this house!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Carolyn Merkley

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My husband & I reside in Lou KY, we have 4 children, 11 grandchildren, all living within 6 miles of us, we wanted beach property that we could all enjoy and not spend 2 days on the road to get there. We choose 'Tropical Haven' as that destination. We all go there as often as possible & really enjoy the Gulf of Mexico the beautiful landscaping of Martinique, & the friendliness of the people of South Alabama.

Why they chose this property

We purchased a home at Martinique because of the quiet beautiful place it is & we can still get to crowds, shopping, restaurants, mini golf, golfing, hiking, beach, anywhere we want to go within minuets.

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