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The humidity is gone, but the Beach is still here 🌊 Best time of the year!

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A wooden boardwalk leading to a dock with a covered structure, palm trees, and a clear view of the water.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, a built-in oven, and a window with blinds.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, TV, and a balcony with striped curtains.
A wooden pier leading to two covered structures by the water.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Self-parking included
    Enjoy the convenience of free self-parking, a rare perk for guests in this location.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near West Beach
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Self-parking included
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Little Lagoon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Lagoon Pass Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

The humidity is gone, but the Beach is still here 🌊 Best time of the year!

Welcome to Heron Landing, a charming destination offering the best of both worlds. Here, you'll have access to a private beach area and boardwalk on Little Lagoon, ideal for fishing, as well as convenient beach access just across the street to the beautiful Gulf of Mexico.

This spacious two-story condo is fully furnished and well-stocked with dishes, cookware, and silverware, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay. The condo accommodates up to seven people with two bedrooms, a sleeper sofa, and a hide-away bed. Heron Landing is the perfect spot for a family vacation, offering a great mix of activities and relaxation for everyone. See you at the beach!

Additional Information:

Vehicle Registration Tags are required and can be purchased upon arrival or by contacting the office directly. A maximum of 2 cars is allowed. The property has a covered parking spot for your vehicle.
Linens are provided, but please bring your own beach towels.

The reservation includes a "starter set" of hand soap, 1 roll of toilet tissue per bathroom, 1 trash bag per trash can, and 1 roll of paper towels.
Policies:
Guests must be at least 25 years of age or older to rent.
Photo ID is required at check-in.
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets are not permitted.
For monthly "Snowbird" rates between November and February, please call for availability. Enjoy your stay at Heron Landing!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Property # 688942vb
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

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near a water park and on the waterfront. The Wharf and Tanger Outlet Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Waterville USA and The Park at OWA are not to be missed. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Little Lagoon - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • 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

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The humidity is gone, but the Beach is still here 🌊 Best time of the year! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The humidity is gone, but the Beach is still here 🌊 Best time of the year!?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The humidity is gone, but the Beach is still here 🌊 Best time of the year!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The humidity is gone, but the Beach is still here 🌊 Best time of the year!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The humidity is gone, but the Beach is still here 🌊 Best time of the year! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Little Lagoon and Gulf Shores Beach. West Beach and Lagoon Pass Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 67 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany L.

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

Great location

We loved the location and plan to come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2025
Thank you! We’re so glad you loved the location and can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Easy access to beach and pool
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James T.

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

Beach access very easy as well as lagoon.

Very easy fast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your 5 star review. We would love to have you stay with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yari C.

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

Excellent

Had a great stay and fun time. Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to see you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Great

Clean fun little pool 2min walk to the beach all u can ask 4
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2024
Thank you for your concise and positive review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time at our resort. It's wonderful that you found the pool clean and enjoyable, and we're thrilled that the beach was conveniently close by. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back for another great stay soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

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

Peace and quiet

The overall location was perfect. Beach wasnt crowded and the small beach out back was exactly what are family was lookong for. Will definitely book again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Hello, We are so glad you enjoyed your time with us and that the location was convenient. We would love to have you stay with us again. Check out our fall rates.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

This place was wonderful!

We had a great beach vacation! The ocean was just about 100 yards south and the lagoon 25 yards north. Everything we needed was in the condo. Will definitely try to stay in this condo next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to see you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

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

quaint

on the gulf side but a very quiet area close to restaurants and beach
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Hello Samantha, Thank you for your 5 star review!
Verified

8/10 Good

Tony K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall it was good. the only complaint was the uneven floors by the front door so you couldn't open the door very far.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear your overall stay was good. We appreciate your note about the uneven floors near the front door and will look into addressing it. We hope to welcome you back for an even smoother experience next time!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

sandy t.

June 24 2017

It was a great place to stay, everything we needed was there and more, we will plan to go back next year Lord willing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to see you again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Barry G.

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

pompano run weekend

Great place for 5. Easy beach access and lagoon is right out back. Fish the gulf or lagoon sit on the beach and at the pier very peaceful. Have fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Hello Barry, We are so glad you enjoyed the location and would stay again. We strive for our guest to have a 5 star experience. We look forward to your return visit.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

EXCELLENT STAY

We really enjoyed our stay. The condo was very comfortable and clean. The kitchen was perfectly stocked and we enjoyed having a grill to ourselves. The beach amenities that the owners left access to was were perfect. We were the perfect distance to the beach, the private bay, and the pool. The pool is small but we had it to ourselves most evenings. We will definitely be staying here the next time we visit Gulf Shores!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to see you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

Had 2 condos for our family. Enjoyed the laid back attitude of other guests and owners. Dock became our meeting place. Lagoon was good for pulling our water ride. Went to the beach across the road and conditions were very good. Will return.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to see you again soon.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Erlin T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Lights, Fans & Doors

Nice place. Even though the lights didn’t work in 1 room and the fan in another as well as the room doors got stuck and locked you in or out every time you closed them.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to give us a review. We appreciate your feedback. Poole Team
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly A.

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

Heron landing

They need to clean the carpet and we could not sit on the deck because the cushions we all tore up and dirty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2024
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us regarding your recent stay at Heron Landing. We apologize for the issues you encountered with the carpet cleanliness and the condition of the deck cushions. Maintaining a clean and comfortable environment is important to us, and we regret that we fell short of your expectations in these areas. Your comments are valuable to us, and we will address these concerns with our cleaning team and look into replacing the deck cushions to ensure future guests have a more pleasant experience. We appreciate your understanding and hope that despite these issues, you were able to enjoy other aspects of your stay. If you decide to visit again, we would welcome the opportunity to provide you with a much-improved experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelley E.

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

Wonderful!

The beach was just across the street, behind the houses. It was close enough that walking to the beach, even with 5 kids, was easy and convenient. We enjoyed our stay! Check in and check out was so simple and fast. We even called about a lock that we were unfamiliar with and they sent someone over within 30 minutes of the call to help. Everyone was so kind and helpful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Hello! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us. We would love to have you and your family stay with us again. Check out our fall rates!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

GREAT VACATION

Took a trip to gulf shores for a fishing trip. Condo was very clean and equipped with everything you need. It was also larger than most of the condos. Beach was easy to get to and there is a lagoon and pier to fish off of. Liked having a grill at the condo instead of a community grill. Also enjoyed the large deck. Will definitely rent here again. they will let you bring your dog and most places will not.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
I am so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to see you again soon.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Savannah W.

Perfect location!

This was such a nice cozy place set away from the hustle and bustle of the main strip, yet still close to everything. The lagoon was beautiful and I couldn't keep bait on my hook which was awesome! The beach was just a short walk across the street. It was also so nice that the owners provided a cart to put all your beach equipment in so you didn't have to make multiple trips. There were also beach umbrellas and beach chairs they had for us. The house was comfortable and even though it's not completely beachfront, you get a glimpse of the ocean and lagoon from the beautiful balconies. I was very happy with this place and hope to be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to see you again soon.
Archival

8/10 Good

Nice place to stay.

This was a great place for my group of 7. We only had a couple of minor issues that were addressed and resolved quickly. I would suggest a few upgrades for the future, one area that needs it most are the beds. The wicker frame in the front room made noise each time you rolled over. I also would suggest a mattress upgrade for the sleeper sofa. NONE of these items would keep me from staying here again. Near the beach, pool and fishing pier. The condo had everything that we needed and well stocked with furnishings. Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Delighted to hear that you enjoyed yourself and enjoyed your vacation on the Gulf of Mexico. We are glad to hear the issues you had were resolved quickly, while we strive for you to have a trouble free stay - it is nice to hear that when things do arise they are handled quickly and professionally. We will pass along the feedback about the beds to the owner, who we are sure will keep them in mind for future updates. We hope to see you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Beautiful condo

Condo is nice, clean and spacious. It is actually a 2 story condo so no neighbors above or below. Very clean and fully stocked kitchen. Had its own charcoal grill and a shed FULLY stocked with beach chairs, toys, umbrella, coolers with wheels and a cart to haul it all. Super easy walk to the beach with access directly across the street and the view of the lagoon is beautiful. Caught lots of fish. This condo is down the strip away from the crowd and the beach is very low key. Our first time in Gulf Shores and we will definitely be back and staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at Heron Landing! We would love to have you stay with us again!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rachel S.

Dirty & bugs 2.5 stars

We got there and there was 4 cockroaches( not palmetto bugs) and a bag of trash out when we got there (used cups and toilet paper) & the shower had hairs stuck on the wall from from previous guests. The pullout bed is unusable and caves in when your try and sleep on it. Bring an air mattress & it will help. I appreciated all the beach stuff provided & the wagon. It is easy access to the beach & the porch was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thank you for the review. We sent the pest control company to go out to the unit and they confirmed that they were in fact palmetto bugs/wood roaches; not cockroaches. They also confirmed that there were no signs of cockroaches in the unit. When it rains, there will always be more palmetto bugs/wood roaches seen than "normal" in our area. We sent out someone from our maintenance team immediately once the trash was reported. There was a little bit of trash outside of the unit on the grounds on the complex, however, it could have been left there from anyone renting in the building. Also, the sleeper sofa you are speaking of is actually a fold out cot. The owners are now aware of this and are in the process of replacing it. We are glad that you enjoyed the location of the unit, and hope that you decide to come vacation in Gulf Shores again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Alison P.

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

Family Time

I couldn’t believe how easy check in was…we were running behind so we required a late check in. The office left my packet accessible to me, and I literally went in the next day and signed my waivers…so easy! The condo itself was clean for the most part, just a couple things I wish were different but I would totally recommend! Thanks for making my kiddos first beach experience so enjoyable!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at Heron Landing! You'll never forget your first visit to the beach---we're happy it was a good one!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn W.

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

Great Place

My group stayed in this rental for a week and it was a good experience. Check-in was a breeze and the location of the rental was optimal. We didn't have internet or cable when we first arrived, but the rental office was very efficient and helpful in getting it all set up for the rest of our stay. The kitchen had plenty of pots and pans for cooking and containers for food storage. It took only a few minutes to walk across the street to the beach, and we could see the lagoon from the wrap-around deck on our rental. There was a storage shed for beach supplies, and we ended up using a combination of the supplies we brought ourselves and some of the things already there in the shed. All in all, it was a nice getaway, and I cannot stress enough how nice and helpful the office staff was! 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your review! We would love to see you next year!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Samantha N.

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

Gorgeous views, horrible service

The place had roaches and was filthy. They don’t wash the mattress cover on the pull out couch, only sweep it off and fold it back up. I watched the cleaning lady do so, and asked her about it. She told me they don’t wash them just shake them off and put them back. Neighbors were amazing!! But management here not so much.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Wow! We are shocked to hear this. This unit is always super clean and the owners take great care of it. This condo DOES NOT have roaches. There are palmetto bugs that live outside that you will see occasionally here, as well as any other house or condo in this area, especially when it rains a lot. All the linens are swapped out with clean linens after each stay, you did request they come back out and do additional cleaning but they had already been replaced by that time. We will always go above and beyond to help any of our awesome customers with any issues that arise and we are sorry that you did not have a great experience. Best of luck on your future experiences elsewhere.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desiree N.

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

Amazing location

We absolutely loved our stay at Heron Landing. The pictures are exactly what the place looks like! The rooms are nice sized. The showers work good. There is plenty of cookwear and kitchen accessories. They have a charcoal grill. They have all the beach gear you could imagine needing. They even have fishing poles. The location is good for walk to beach. Driving distance to most restaurants and activities but we enjoyed that. Bring your own paper products and detergents. There is washer and dryer which made the stay much more enjoyable. We can NOT wait to come back! Hoping to make this our forever family vacation home. Only negatives, dishes were put away dirty in cabinet, mattress on pull out bed needs to be thrown away (however blow up mattress is very nice), toilet in upstairs bathroom runs constantly. Dishwasher did not release soap so had to do it twice and leave soap door open. Did not at all effect how we felt about our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thank you so much for your review! We are glad you enjoyed your stay!

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