Beach front townhome ~ Ocean Reef 702 ~ 3BR/3.5BA right on the beach ~ close to dining Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Beach front townhome ~ Ocean Reef 702 ~ 3BR/3.5BA right on the beach ~ close to dining pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: Where is Beach front townhome ~ Ocean Reef 702 ~ 3BR/3.5BA right on the beach ~ close to dining located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach, and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also within 1 mi (2 km).

4/10 Poor

Parisa I.

Apr 21, 2023

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Ruined the vacation mood

Checked in at 4:30 pm. Walked in to uncleaned house, took them till 11:30 at night to have house cleaned while we had to stay in car with two kids waiting. But even after cleanup we found small bug on bed, ceiling on third floor and laundry area had mold and plaster on ceiling in living room was coming down. We did get compensated by having our cleaning fee returned but i would never stay there again unless major changes happened

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin C.

Oct 9, 2023

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

Really wonderful spot

I stayed here with my wife and 2 boys (ages 2 and 4) and couldn't have had a better time. Being right on the beach was fantastic, especially for our kids who often didn't want to be out there for more than 30 minutes at a time. It made it really easy to come and go. The space itself is wonderful: a well stocked kitchen, comfortable furniture, great sleeping quarters with a wonderful ocean view from the master bedroom, and easy walking to a number of shops and restaurants. The only issue we had was that the dishwasher didn't work; there apparently was supposed to be a new one installed just before we arrived and when we first arrived it was already running, however, would not work for us throughout the remainder of our stay. I did contact the manager, who offered to have it fixed right away, but we honestly didn't mind as we didn't make a lot of dishes and just washed them by hand. We didn't use the pool or laundry, so can't speak to that, but the rest of the place and our whole stay in general was marvelous. Definitely will book here again!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Robin R.

Jul 20, 2025

Liked: Check-in, location

Will start with issues we encountered: Several of were uncomfortable, had to kill several silverfish, there was a roach and what appeared to be mouse droppings in vanity in first floor vanity, one small round table and one chair on back patio, had to run to Wal Mart to get containers and mixing bowls because kitchen was not updated as advertised, loose light fixtures, broken boards on patio railing, not enough parking (it is a three bedroom and sleeps 10 so thought there would be room to park three vehicles), paid over 5300 for the week but was charged 30 for each vehicle.Good things: great location, beverage store and Alvin’s souvenir shop right across the street, short walk to restaurants, short walk to beach, large town house, TV in each bedroom, 3 1/2 bathrooms, easy check in and check out, small grill on patio, wash location to rinse off when coming off beach, plenty of seating in living room.Conclusion: family had a great time and would definitely come back if the issues I stated were corrected. A man did come by in middle of the week to spay for bugs but we had just left the beach and it was hectic with people taking showers and changing clothes so we told him it was not a good time, he left and did not return. To the owners: Thank you for sharing your townhouse with my family, we had a great week, and will rent again if issues I stated are corrected.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

Mar 20, 2025

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

Fantastic location and great beach!

This property is in the perfect location in Gulf Shores! The deck is a great place to sip your morning coffee with a great view of the ocean. Our family loved having the white sugar sand just down the steps of our deck with the shoreline steps away. The beach was wide with lots of places to put our beach umbrella and chairs that we brought from home. We walked to local restaurants, ice cream places, and coffee shops, which was extremely convenient! The Hangout is a fun restaurant, and it was a half mile walk from this property.There is a keypad on the front door with a combination, which enabled us to check in at the door and the lock it at check out time. We did not have to go to a rental office to retrieve a key as other reviews have said.My husband and I stayed with our 2 teenage boys, and we all fit well into the 3 bedrooms. The top bedroom has 2 beds as listed, so one more person would have fit comfortably into the bedrooms.We enjoyed the updated kitchen, and it had everything we needed to prepare meals.This is an older property, but we appreciate the renovations that have been done. We would recommend this place to our friends, family, and anyone looking for a good place to stay in Gulf Shores!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Diane G.

Feb 3, 2025

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

On the Gulf

The best part was it was right on the Gulf which was awesome! Location was perfect! The furniture was absolutely horrible, very uncomfortable and old. Both the pit group and the pull out couch need to be replaced. The bed in the master was comfortable. The place overall appeared clean but could use a deep cleaning. All light fixtures in the kitchen/dining area were filthy. I cleaned those myself. The door leaked air so much we had to place plastic bags around it to keep the wind from blowing in. All the windows need to be replaced. We were there for 2 months and overall, it was good.

Stayed 62 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda H.

Sep 25, 2024

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

Great experience

Our group consisted of 6 women over 50. We enjoyed every minute of our trip. The condo was perfect.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

Jul 22, 2024

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

Great place right on the beach

Clean, easy access to all things Gulf Shores has to offer!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lance L.

Jul 6, 2024

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

Great location and nice house for great family beach vaca

The location was perfect literally right on the beach. Back deck that lead directly to white sand. Rooms each had own bathroom for everyone to have privacy and everytjing worked well!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Brandy A.

Jun 6, 2024

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Needs work!

Location and kitchen were great. Rest of property not so much. Carpet needs replacing asap. There was cheese stuck to the ceiling in the loft. The loft is also at least 10 degrees warmer than rest of condo. There wasn’t a remote in living room so had to use one from loft tv. They said they were bringing one by and never did. You also share the deck with 2 other condos which was kinda awkward. Although I did love the location I don’t think I’d stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Therell A.

Apr 5, 2024

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

Great value

This is what you want from a rental. Bring some supplies but they basically have everything you need except groceries and Walmart is like a 5min drive. The location is perfectly walkable to a lot of tourist locations and the beach view is awesome. They may need a second dumpster.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Tyler R.

Sep 30, 2023

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

It was ok, had to call maintenance about ice maker and dishwasher. Dishwasher was not fixed our entire stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristie B., Munford, AL

Oct 19, 2022

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

Best Fall Beach trip

This place was the perfect location for our family beach trip. We enjoyed how cozy the place felt and it's right on the beach. We plan to rent this location again.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Angie L.

Sep 21, 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Property needs updating.

The couch in living room was stained and would not stay together. The pictures did not reflect that. The mattress may be new but it was not very good. IT already had a worn spot that you rolled into when you got into bed. The countertops may be updated but that is it. The dining room chairs were broke. The linen was visibly stained. I am sorry for the review because it could be a nice place to stay but it needs attention.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

Sep 12, 2022

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

Payne vacay

We love the location, and the home!!Very comfortable and spacious. Looking forward to coming back in December for Christmas!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mechelle B.

Aug 12, 2022

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

Property was perfect for our family of 9. Great location with , easy walking distance to shops, food

Would definitely rent this property again.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

Apr 6, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We love this property due to the lower density and easy access to the beach. However this particular unit desperately could use new beds. The property has a nice pool but since it's not heated it was too cold to use in late March.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

Mar 29, 2022

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

Great location

We were not disappointed with this condo. The location was great and we used the pool every day. Being able to walk right out the door onto the sand was amazing and just what we wanted. I wish the window in the third floor bedroom opened so we could hear the waves, but thats the only thing that could have made it better. Loved the whole stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Steve H.

Oct 27, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Being beach front was nice

Being beach front this year was a nice change. Unit isn’t the nicest or worst we’ve stayed at in Ocean Reef but we enjoyed being beach front even if there was no table to use on the deck & every other beach front unit had one. Kitchen is tiny so if you prepare meals as a family as we do be prepared for tight confines. Other complaint is that the Refrigerator door didn't stay shut and was constantly popping open. If you’re looking for an ocean dent gathering place to primarily sleep and eat this unit works and is reasonably priced. Personally I will avoid renting through GulfSands Rentals in the future. A couple hours before check in we were notified that the washer and dryer in the unit were not working and would not be repaired during our stay & that they did not have parking passes for us as in the agreement. I did receive a refund for the parking passes and a small refund for not having the washer and dryer but it didn’t make up for the inconvenience. Did not like my experience with Gulfsands Rentals and would caution others.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M., Carencro, Louisiana

Aug 31, 2021

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

Family get away

We’ve stayed at Ocean Reef several times and we love being able to walk out the living room onto the beach. Just wish they offered more parking.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mandy S.

Jul 14, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Great place, poor customer service

This is the 4th time staying in a beachfront townhome at Ocean Reef. I will never book this unit again if it is managed by Gulf Sands. Their customer service in the booking and planning process was terrible, and in this day and age, there is no reason we have to drive to the office to p/u and deliver the key.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christy M.

Jul 11, 2021

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

Great Location!

Really enjoyed our stay. Will definitely be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Linda C.

Mar 27, 2021

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Property is in need of repairs

Exposed nails and jagged drywall on back door. Back screen completely ripped out. Paint on upper and lower deck badly peeling. Exposed nails in floor of doorway on 3rd floor. Kitchen faucet leaked on to counter when in use.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Christopher B.

Dec 15, 2020

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

Fantastic location

Was pleased with the property but had no idea it was a triplex shared with other units. If it were busy season, I would’ve been highly disappointed not knowing this. Also property appeared to been rented during cosmetic repairs with old carpet and construction materials placed under beds.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Sharon F.

Nov 2, 2020

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

Easy beach access

Great place right on the beach!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

sonia g.

Oct 31, 2020

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

Annual fall beach trip

Townhomes on the beach are a perfect location for easy beach access with little kids.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

Beach front townhome ~ Ocean Reef 702 ~ 3BR/3.5BA right on the beach ~ close to dining

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