Howard Ranch – Beachfront Retreat | Screened Porch | West Beach
Welcome to Howard Ranch, a unique coastal getaway with a touch of Texas charm, managed by Harris Vacations in the peaceful West Beach area of Gulf Shores. This four bedroom, four bathroom beachfront home offers stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico and comfortable accommodations for up to 11 guests, making it an ideal retreat for families and small groups seeking a relaxing escape by the water.
With direct beach access, a spacious screened porch, and inviting indoor living spaces, Howard Ranch blends classic beach house comfort with laid back coastal living.
Outdoor Living - Direct beachfront location with easy access to the sand and surf - Screened porch perfect for enjoying Gulf breezes without the elements - Sun deck for soaking up the sunshine and taking in the views - Outdoor shower for rinsing off after a day at the beach - Peaceful West Beach setting away from crowds
Indoor Comforts Inside, Howard Ranch features a spacious ranch style layout with breathtaking Gulf views from the main living areas. The open concept living room is lined with wall to wall windows, filling the space with natural light and showcasing the beauty of the shoreline. Comfortable seating and a sleeper sofa provide plenty of room for relaxing or enjoying a movie night.
The kitchen is fully equipped with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with a built-in cooktop, making it easy to prepare meals for the group. The dining area offers seating for eight, with additional bar seating for casual dining or gathering. Each bedroom includes a television and water views, creating a comfortable and inviting retreat for every guest.
Sleeping Arrangements - Primary Bedroom: King bed, private bathroom with walk in shower, lagoon views - Bedroom 2: Two twin beds, shared hallway bathroom with tub and shower combination, Gulf views - Bedroom 3: Queen bed plus twin, private bathroom with walk in shower - Bedroom 4: Two twin beds, shared hallway bathroom with tub and shower combination - Living Area: Sleeper sofa
Whether you are enjoying coffee on the screened porch, casting a line into the Gulf, or gathering with family after a day in the sun, Howard Ranch offers a warm and welcoming beachfront experience.
Book your stay with Harris Vacations and enjoy a peaceful coastal escape in Gulf Shores.
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.
RISK Guest acknowledges that beaches, bays, docks, piers, pools, and waterfront areas are inherently dangerous and assumes all related risks, known or unknown, when renting a vacation rental home. Guests agree to exercise extreme caution at all times; for more information, see the Terms and Conditions document.
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Questa struttura è gestita da un host professionista, che la affitta in ambito commerciale, imprenditoriale o professionale.
Per eventuali ospiti aggiuntivi possono essere previsti supplementi, variabili in base alla politica della struttura.
All'arrivo, oltre a un documento di identità comprensivo di foto, potrebbero essere richieste una carta di credito/debito o una caparra in contanti per eventuali spese accessorie.
Tutte le richieste speciali sono soggette a disponibilità al momento dell'arrivo e possono comportare spese aggiuntive. Le richieste speciali non sono garantite.
Le feste in loco e gli eventi di gruppo sono severamente vietati.
L'host ha indicato la presenza di un rilevatore di monossido di carbonio in struttura.
L'host ha indicato la presenza di un rilevatore di fumo in struttura.
Informazioni sulla zona
Gulf Shores
Questa casa vacanze si trova a Gulf Shores e vanta una posizione strategica sulla spiaggia. Per gli amanti delle attività, una tappa fondamentale è indubbiamente Parco divertimenti The Wharf. A livello naturalistico, invece, spiccano Gulf Shores Beach (Spiaggia) e Gulf State Park. Anche Shrimpy's Grill and Golf e Waterville USA (Parco) meritano una visita. Con proposte divertenti come vela e pesca nelle vicinanze, annoiarsi in acqua è impossibile.
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 13 min a piedi - 1.1 km
Gulf Shores Beach (Spiaggia) - 6 min in auto - 7.0 km
Fort Morgan Beach - 28 min in auto - 36.6 km
Come spostarsi
Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 18 min. in auto
Ristoranti
The Catch - 12 min in auto
Sassy Bass - 31 min in auto
Bahama Bob's Beach Side Cafe - 11 min in auto
De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - 12 min in auto
The Sound Wave - 12 min in auto
Domande frequenti
Gli animali sono accettati presso Beachfront Retreat | Screened Porch | West Beach?
No, questa struttura non accetta animali domestici.
Quanto si spende per soggiornare presso Beachfront Retreat | Screened Porch | West Beach?
A oggi, 15 ott 2026, un soggiorno di 1 notte per 2 adulti presso Beachfront Retreat | Screened Porch | West Beach in data 16 nov 2026 costa almeno 1428 €, tasse e oneri inclusi. Questa tariffa si basa sul prezzo per notte più basso trovato nelle ultime 24 ore per un soggiorno nei prossimi 30 giorni. I prezzi potrebbero cambiare. Scegli le tue date per prezzi più precisi.
Quanto costa il parcheggio presso Beachfront Retreat | Screened Porch | West Beach?
Presso la struttura è disponibile un parcheggio in loco.
A che ora si deve eseguire il check-in presso Beachfront Retreat | Screened Porch | West Beach?
Orario di inizio del check-in: 16:00.
A che ora si deve eseguire il check-out presso Beachfront Retreat | Screened Porch | West Beach?
Orario del check-out: 10:00.
Dove si trova Beachfront Retreat | Screened Porch | West Beach?
A poca distanza dalla spiaggia di Gulf Shores, casa vacanze si trova a 5 minuti a piedi da Little Lagoon, West Beach e Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Gulf Shores Beach (Spiaggia) e Lagoon Pass Park si trovano a meno di 10 km di distanza.
Recensioni
9,8
Eccezionale
Le recensioni vengono mostrate in ordine cronologico, sono soggette a un processo di moderazione e sono verificate, salvo indicazione contraria.
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9,8/10
Pulizia
10/10
Condizioni e dotazioni della struttura
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Comunicazione
10/10
Posizione
9,8/10
Accuratezza dell’annuncio
Recensioni
Recensione verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Mark T.
18 apr 2026
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
everything was excellent
Soggiorno di 6 notti ad aprile 2026
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 22 apr 2026
Hi Mark, thanks for the wonderful review of Howard Ranch!
Recensione verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Todd S.
10 apr 2026
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
The house was great. The dunes were a little tall too really see the beach and ocean. We have a toddler so a gate at the top of the stairs would have been nice.
Soggiorno di 4 notti ad aprile 2026
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 16 apr 2026
Hi Todd, thanks for the wonderful review of Howard Ranch!
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10/10 Eccellente
Ethan S.
31 lug 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Great place for Family
What a great location! We felt very much like we had a private beach! The house had everything we needed to enjoy our stay!
Soggiorno di 7 notti a luglio 2022
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 27 giu 2023
Hi Ethan, thanks for the great review of Howards Ranch!
Recensione verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Richard R.
18 ago 2025
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Great house. Perfect secluded location on the beach. Memories made.
Soggiorno di 4 notti ad agosto 2025
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 19 ago 2025
Hi Richard, thanks for the wonderful review of Howard Ranch!
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10/10 Eccellente
Les W.
13 apr 2025
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Awesome family vacation!!
We loved our stay at Howard Ranch! The location was perfect…almost like a private beach! The rental was clean and organized…well stocked kitchen, and we loved the layout of bedrooms and bathrooms. We definitely will book this rental again next year. So thankful to have found the perfect place for our family vacation!
Soggiorno di 7 notti ad aprile 2025
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 16 apr 2025
Hi Kelly, thanks for the wonderful review of Howard Ranch! We look forward to hosting you again soon!
Recensione verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Sue L.
3 apr 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
A Great Stay at Howard’s Ranch
We had a great stay at Howard’s Ranch! Plenty of room for our family. Place was so cute and had a great cottage feel! Well stocked with all of the basics you need!
Soggiorno di 3 notti a marzo 2021
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 27 giu 2023
HI Sue, thanks for the nice review of Howard's Ranch! We are glad you had a great experience!
Recensione verificata
8/10 Buono
Deborah H.
22 set 2026
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
My family (9 of us with children and grandchildren) enjoyed our time at Howard Ranch. There was plenty of room for all of us. I wanted a house with enough beds and seating in both living and dining and this was perfect. Having 4 bathrooms was great, too. The house was clean, but did notice scratches and a greasy film on some skillets. It was great having a washer and dryer. I sent a couple of emails to company and never received a response. I called and they were very nice and answered my questions, such as are there any beach accessories(no) and a charcoal grill(yes). After getting on the road, I realized I had a new email with more info-yes there are beach accessories(hmm), extra frig(yay) and charcoal grill. Had to call to get a code to lockbox for key to downstairs closet where the grill, extra frig and beach things were. It was great having the screened porch to be outside but out of the sun. If anyone has ambulatory problems, it may be a little difficult for you to get to the beach since there is no boardwalk and the dune is a little steep. This was a great house for the 9 of us. The grandchildren loved being at the beach and the beach was very nice here.
Soggiorno di 3 notti a settembre 2026
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 28 set 2026
HI Deborah, thanks for the feedback. I'm glad our team was able to answer your questions, we apologize for the delay. Please consider choosing Harris Vacations again so that we can give you a five-star experience!
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10/10 Eccellente
Pam H.
9 ott 2024
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
October at the beach 🏖️
Even though it was for a short 4 days and the weather wasn’t perfect ~ we had the best time! Just the right place to relax and enjoy the sounds and sights of the beach with our family. Our best trip to the beach in a very long time ♥️
Soggiorno di 3 notti a ottobre 2024
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 11 ott 2024
Hi Pam, thanks for the wonderful review of Howards Ranch!
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10/10 Eccellente
Keith M.
10 lug 2024
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Howard’s Ranch
Came with our three adult children and their spouses or significant others. Loved the location and the set up of the house. This was our third time visiting Gulf Shores and was our best vacation yet.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a giugno 2024
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 16 lug 2024
Hi Keith, thanks for the wonderful review of Howard Ranch!
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10/10 Eccellente
Michael C.
17 giu 2024
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Great Week! Love the House!
Perfect week at the beach! House was just as advertised. Clean and well stocked. Location is great, we had so much beach all to ourselves! Family wants to come back to this same house again next year!
Soggiorno di 6 notti a giugno 2024
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 17 giu 2024
Hi Michael, thanks for the wonderful review of Howard Ranch! We hope to host you again soon!
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10/10 Eccellente
Jennifer L.
15 ago 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
First time at Gulf Shored
We had a great time and the property was amazing! Having a screened in porch and another for sunbathing was a nice addition! I’m so glad we chose Howard’s Ranch! Thank you for the ease of check in and the texts during the week to check in on us!
Soggiorno di 7 notti ad agosto 2021
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 27 giu 2023
Hi Jennifer, thanks for the great review of Howards Ranch!
Recensione verificata
10/10 Eccellente
pamela c.
25 ago 2025
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Howard’s Ranch was a great choice for four friends traveling together because we each had our own bedroom and bath. It was very clean and we loved having the covered porch. The kitchen was well-furnished. It truly felt like we had a private beach! We left feedback on a few issues we hope will be corrected (only 4 rolls of toilet paper, problems with water pressure and hot water, ants in the kitchen.)
Soggiorno di 5 notti ad agosto 2025
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 26 ago 2025
Hi Pamela, thanks for contacting our team about the problems that arose during your stay. We hope our team resolved them quickly. We look forward to hosting you again soon!
Recensione verificata
10/10 Eccellente
David C.
14 ott 2024
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Love it!
Our family loves this property. It's quiet and private yet close enough to town if you want to venture out. The screened in porch is a plus. The only negatives are the twin mattresses are not very comfortable and we wish there was a board walk over to the beach. However, those things did not stop us from rebooking a 2nd time.
Soggiorno di 6 notti a ottobre 2024
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 14 ott 2024
Hi David, thanks for the wonderful review of Howard Ranch! We hope to host you again soon!
Recensione verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Tara P.
16 lug 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Home away from home
This house was amazing. Had everything we needed and the things we did need was communicated to us. I do wish it had a dock that went out to the beach but that really wasn’t that big of a deal. It would have made the home an 11 out of 10 though! We would stay here again! Love love love the screened in porch for those rainy days too.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a luglio 2022
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 27 giu 2023
Hi Tara, thanks for the great review!
Recensione verificata
10/10 Eccellente
David C.
16 ott 2023
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Loved it!
I loved the area. Far enough away from the crowds to have your own little quiet piece of beach. The house was very nice and the beds comfy. I got a very prompt reaponse when I had a question. The only thing I would change is adding a boardwalk to the beach. The dune is a little tough on old bones but we had a fabulous time. We'll be back.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a ottobre 2023
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 17 ott 2023
Hi David, thanks for the great review we hope to host you again soon!
Recensione verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Connie C.
31 ago 2022
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Perfect family space
Kitchen and dining table great for large family. Clean and homey! Loved having the four bathrooms for each bedroom! Would have loved a ramp/walkway from deck to at least get over the dune to the beach. But over all not that bad, we haves worse. Just a suggestion.
Soggiorno di 4 notti ad agosto 2022
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 27 giu 2023
Hi Connie, thanks for the great review! We're glad you had a wonderful time!
Recensione verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Lori R.
24 ott 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Great location and beautiful home.
We stayed for a a week at Howard's Ranch and loved it! The location is a bit remote, but just minutes from restaurants and shopping which was perfect for us. The house is large and spacious and beautifully decorated. Having the screened in porch and a deck was perfect for the cooler days and just hanging out. The only thing I would say is that climbing the dune every day to get to the beach was difficult for my elderly mom. This isn't a good place to take someone that has limited mobility that wants to get on the beach. That said, we loved it and would definitely go there again.
Soggiorno di 7 notti a ottobre 2021
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 27 giu 2023
Hi Lori, thanks for the great review!
Recensione verificata
6/10 Soddisfacente
jason c.
18 set 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Great location
Great place , a few things could have been addressed to make it better but was really a nice place
Soggiorno di 7 notti a settembre 2021
Recensione verificata
10/10 Eccellente
jay w.
6 ago 2021
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione, posizione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Beach House
Excellent place to stay. Perfect balcony any house. Nice private beach.
Soggiorno di 5 notti a luglio 2021
Risposta di VrboOwner, il giorno 27 giu 2023
Hi Jay, thanks for the wonderful review!
Recensione verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Juls H.
24 ago 2026
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, check-in, comunicazione e accuratezza dell’annuncio
Soggiorno di 14 notti a luglio 2026
Recensione verificata
10/10 Eccellente
Harri
24 ott 2025
Mi è piaciuto: Pulizia, condizioni e dotazioni della struttura, comunicazione