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Always Summer – Pet Friendly | Community Pool | Beach Access
Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to Gulf Shores Beach
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms 4 bathrooms Sleeps 12 2040 sq ft
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Gulf Shores, AL
- Place, Gulf Shores Beach1 min drive
- Place, Hangout Music Fest6 min drive
- Place, Gulf Shores Golf Club11 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 2 - (2nd floor)
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3 - (2nd floor)
2 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 4 - (1st Floor)
1 King Bed
Primary Bedroom- 2nd floor
1 King Bed
4 bathrooms
Bathroom - 1st floor
Bathroom- Bedroom 2- 2nd floor
Bathroom- Bedroom 3- 2nd floor
Primary bathroom - 2nd floor
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Always Summer – Pet Friendly | Community Pool | Beach Access
Always Summer – Pet Friendly | Community Pool | Beach Access
Welcome to Always Summer, a bright and spacious West Beach retreat in beautiful Gulf Shores. This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home comfortably sleeps 12 guests, making it perfect for large families or multiple families vacationing together. Located in the charming Pass Time Community, Always Summer offers easy access to both the Gulf beach and Little Lagoon Pass, plus a sparkling community pool shared by just nine homes and is heated in the cooler seasons. Whether you’re relaxing by the pool, launching a kayak, or strolling along the white sand beaches, summer never has to end at Always Summer!
Outdoor Living
- Large covered deck with captains’ chairs and views the Gulf
- Pet-friendly (additional fee applies, 2 dog max)
- Covered parking for up to 4 vehicles
Indoor Comforts
Always Summer features a bright, open floor plan with wall-to-wall windows and gleaming hardwood floors that let the Gulf Shores sunshine pour in. The fully equipped kitchen includes ample counter space and a breakfast bar with seating for four, plus a dining table and adjacent breakfast table, together accommodating up to 14 guests for meals and gatherings. The living area is comfortable and inviting, with stylish coastal decor, plenty of seating for everyone, and a flatscreen TV, making it the perfect space to relax, entertain, and enjoy time together indoors.
Sleeping Arrangements
All bedrooms offer attached bathrooms with a tub/shower combination, ensuring comfort and convenience for every guest.
Upper Level
- Primary Suite: King bed, private covered balcony, TV, en suite bathroom with dual sinks
- Bedroom 2: King bed, TV
- Bedroom 3: Two sets of bunk beds (1 full, 1 twin), TV - sleeps 6
Main Level
- Bedroom 4: King bed, TV, bathroom accessible from the bedroom and living space
From sun-soaked mornings on the balcony to evenings fishing off the community pier, Always Summer provides the perfect mix of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm for your Gulf Shores getaway. For larger gatherings, consider renting neighboring Slackwater or Pass Time Cottage, identical homes just steps away.
About The Neighborhood - Pass Time
Nestled in the heart of Gulf Shores, Pass Time Community offers a charming coastal community perfect for families and friends. Residents and guests enjoy a sparkling pool, heated seasonally from March through May and again from September through December, plus a private fishing pier and scenic paved walking paths. With easy deeded access to both the Gulf of Mexico and Little Lagoon Pass, the neighborhood makes beach days effortless. Just a five-minute drive brings you to Gulf Shores’ best dining, shopping, and entertainment, blending coastal relaxation with convenient access to everything the area has to offer.
About Gulf Shores
Gulf Shores is well known for its sugary-white sand beaches with sparkling blue water, its world-class fishing, and its exceptional dining and entertainment. Gulf Shores presents a great family environment with something to do for everyone! Whether you prefer taking a bike ride at The Gulf State Park, watching some live music at The Hangout, or having a Go-Kart race at The Track, you are sure to enjoy all of the great things that Gulf Shores has to offer!
Rental Age Policy
We love people of all ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes. However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25. We have no exception to this policy.
Welcome to Always Summer, a bright and spacious West Beach retreat in beautiful Gulf Shores. This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home comfortably sleeps 12 guests, making it perfect for large families or multiple families vacationing together. Located in the charming Pass Time Community, Always Summer offers easy access to both the Gulf beach and Little Lagoon Pass, plus a sparkling community pool shared by just nine homes and is heated in the cooler seasons. Whether you’re relaxing by the pool, launching a kayak, or strolling along the white sand beaches, summer never has to end at Always Summer!
Outdoor Living
- Large covered deck with captains’ chairs and views the Gulf
- Pet-friendly (additional fee applies, 2 dog max)
- Covered parking for up to 4 vehicles
Indoor Comforts
Always Summer features a bright, open floor plan with wall-to-wall windows and gleaming hardwood floors that let the Gulf Shores sunshine pour in. The fully equipped kitchen includes ample counter space and a breakfast bar with seating for four, plus a dining table and adjacent breakfast table, together accommodating up to 14 guests for meals and gatherings. The living area is comfortable and inviting, with stylish coastal decor, plenty of seating for everyone, and a flatscreen TV, making it the perfect space to relax, entertain, and enjoy time together indoors.
Sleeping Arrangements
All bedrooms offer attached bathrooms with a tub/shower combination, ensuring comfort and convenience for every guest.
Upper Level
- Primary Suite: King bed, private covered balcony, TV, en suite bathroom with dual sinks
- Bedroom 2: King bed, TV
- Bedroom 3: Two sets of bunk beds (1 full, 1 twin), TV - sleeps 6
Main Level
- Bedroom 4: King bed, TV, bathroom accessible from the bedroom and living space
From sun-soaked mornings on the balcony to evenings fishing off the community pier, Always Summer provides the perfect mix of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm for your Gulf Shores getaway. For larger gatherings, consider renting neighboring Slackwater or Pass Time Cottage, identical homes just steps away.
About The Neighborhood - Pass Time
Nestled in the heart of Gulf Shores, Pass Time Community offers a charming coastal community perfect for families and friends. Residents and guests enjoy a sparkling pool, heated seasonally from March through May and again from September through December, plus a private fishing pier and scenic paved walking paths. With easy deeded access to both the Gulf of Mexico and Little Lagoon Pass, the neighborhood makes beach days effortless. Just a five-minute drive brings you to Gulf Shores’ best dining, shopping, and entertainment, blending coastal relaxation with convenient access to everything the area has to offer.
About Gulf Shores
Gulf Shores is well known for its sugary-white sand beaches with sparkling blue water, its world-class fishing, and its exceptional dining and entertainment. Gulf Shores presents a great family environment with something to do for everyone! Whether you prefer taking a bike ride at The Gulf State Park, watching some live music at The Hangout, or having a Go-Kart race at The Track, you are sure to enjoy all of the great things that Gulf Shores has to offer!
Rental Age Policy
We love people of all ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes. However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25. We have no exception to this policy.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Gulf Shores
Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near the beach. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Orange Beach Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex. Looking to get your feet wet? Sailing and fishing adventures can be found near the property.

Gulf Shores, AL
What's nearby
- West Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
- Hangout Music Fest - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
- Waterville USA - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
- Gulf Shores Golf Club - 11 min drive - 8.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Hangout - 6 min drive
- Sunliner Diner - 6 min drive
- The Catch - 5 min drive
- DeSoto's Seafood Kitchen - 6 min drive
- Picnic Beach - 6 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Harris Vacations

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