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DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH~1 BD+Bunk Room~Book 7 or more nights for a 10% discount~

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Relax on the balcony with ocean views, lounge chairs, and a sandy beach in sight.
Enjoy meals in the spacious kitchen with a large island, sink, and modern appliances, adjacent to a dining area with a round table and comfortable seating.
Relax in this serene ocean-view room featuring a large bed, TV, and wicker chair.
Relax by the oceanfront pool surrounded by lounge chairs and a palm tree, with stunning views of the beach from the adjacent building's balconies.
Enjoy ocean views from the large window in this living area, featuring a kitchen with double sink and dishwasher, and a flat-screen TV.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6875 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Washer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH~1 BD+Bunk Room~Book 7 or more nights for a 10% discount~


**1 Bed and 2 Full Bath Plus Bonus Bunk Room! Sleeps 4-6**

~WELCOME TO OUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME ~ Lighthouse #517

We are owners, not investors - and it shows in our reviews. Newly updated in November 2019, Unit #517 provides floor to ceiling glass with panoramic views of the sandy white beaches and the blue green waters of the Gulf of Mexico as far as the eye can see! Whether you are looking for fun in the sun or a relaxing low key get away, our home away from home is your perfect vacation destination.

When you book with us, you get us! No answering services or message centers. You get my cell phone number and talk directly to the owners. We pride ourselves in being very responsive and ensuring we exceed your expectations.

Located in one of the newest complexes on the Gulf Coast, The Lighthouse offers amenities like none other in the area. Our guests enjoy two oversized zero entry pools with fountains perfect for little ones to play in, as well as hot tubs on either end of the Gulf facing property and two BBQ grilling areas. The Gulf fronting workout facility allows the most dedicated travelers to enjoy a breathtaking view while completing a workout or relaxing in the sauna.

Inside, our open floor plan offers beach views from the kitchen and living room, as well as the Master Suite! Our flexible floor plan allows additional guests to settle in our cozy bunk room with twin/twin professionally built-in bunk beds or snuggle up on the brand new queen size sofa bed with memory gel foam mattress to enjoy a late night movie or an early morning sunrise. There is an additional full bath located directly across the hall from the bunk room to accommodate larger families.

We purchased all new furniture for the living room including the queen size sleeper sofa, bar stools and custom swivel chairs. Oh, and TV's too! Our guests enjoy a 55 inch Smart HD TV in the den and a 37 inch in the Master Suite. The bunk room also has a 19 inch tv as well. Our keyless entry system is designed for easy access for all guests. We send you the door code prior to arrival. Simply save it in your phone or access it from the hospitality tab of your reservation. No more losing keys or juggling trips back up to the condo!

Balcony access from the Master Suite allows guests to enjoy an early morning sunrise or a breathtaking evening sunset from the comfort of our king sized bed. Off the Master Suite you will pass through a dressing area with double vanity sinks and a full walk in closet with a dresser before entering the master bath complete with a full size, jetted, Jacuzzi tub and walk in shower.

You will find everything you need to prepare a gourmet meal including small and large appliances, a crock pot, a knife block, dinnerware, cookware, utensils and most importantly a blender, regular coffee maker, Keurig K-Mini and a wine opener!

For your convenience we have a full size washer and dryer and iron/ironing board inside the condo and wireless internet is always complimentary. In addition to routine cleanings we have our condo professionally cleaned from top to bottom twice a year to ensure it's always in tip top shape!

Thank you for considering our home away from home. We look forward to answering any questions you may have. If you are looking for two condos for your stay or the dates you are looking for are not available, please take a look at our other condo, unit #416, at www.vrbo.com/964835. If you ever consider traveling to the great Smoky Mountains, please keep us in mind. We are excited to share our brand new mountain chalet in 🍁🍂Pigeon Forge, TN! 🍁🍂 The cabin is a gorgeous 6 bed/8 bath mountain chalet with breathtaking mountain views and sleeps 22 comfortably. We spared no expense to have every imaginable amenity available including an indoor pool, a hot tub, a full game room, a full movie theater and oversized dual balconies with built in fire pits. We even include a complimentary s'mores bar! We'd love to host you there too! www.vrbo.com/1894872.

*Please note that the Lighthouse HOA requires all guests to purchase a parking pass from security upon arrival (effective 3/01/2024 $50.00/car) for the duration of your stay and guests are limited to two passes per visit.*

*The Lighthouse is a smoke free facility and you must be 25 years of age to rent here. Absolutely no refunds if your age is misrepresented**

**Effective 3/1/20 to add an additional layer of security and to ensure our common areas are maintained and used for our guests only, guests ages 12 and older will be required to wear red wristbands inside our gated common areas. Red wristbands can be found in a bowl on the kitchen counter upon arrival. Please return the wrist bands to the bowl in the kitchen upon departure. If you need additional wrist bands please proceed to the office on the 2nd floor. Wristbands must be worn from March - October - our busiest season - to ensure the exclusivity of our resort. Thank you for your cooperation in this regard!**

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: (if you're question is not answered here, please feel free to email me)
1. What Linens are included? – We provide linens for beds, bath towels, wash cloths and a few throw blankets. Please bring your own beach towels.

2. What household supplies are provided? – We get you started with 1 paper towel roll, 1 roll of toilet paper per bathroom, 1 soap per bathroom, 1 mini dish detergent, 1 dishwasher pod, 1 laundry detergent pod, 1 kitchen trash bag and 1 trash liner per bathroom.

3. What does the kitchen include? –The kitchen is stocked with everything you would expect in a normal kitchen plus a blender, toaster, slow cooker, various size pots & pans, wine glasses, a Keurig, and a regular coffee pot. We also provide salt, pepper and sugar.

4. Do you provide a grill? – There are charcoal grills on the East and West side of the property.

5. Do you allow pets? – No. Under no circumstances do we allow pets. Service animals are accepted with accompanying paperwork.

6. What amenities are on site? – We have 3 pools, two hot tubs, a sauna and a gym. The two outdoor pools are olympic sized and the indoor pool is heated.

7. When is final payment due? - 45 days before check in, no exceptions.

8. Can we split payments? – Yes, you make request two or three payment plan.

9. When will I get the address and condo access info? - Address, door code, and helpful hints about Gulf Shores will be sent in a separate email after final payment is made. The door code will be sent the day before your arrival date.

10. What time is check-in and check-out? – You may check in any time after 4pm and you must checkout prior to 10am on the day of your departure. Late check out fees do apply.

11. How do cancellations work? - Cancellations or shortened stays that are made more than 30 days prior to the arrival date will be fully refunded. Cancellations or changes that are made within 14 and 30 days before check-in, will receive a 50% refund. Otherwise, changes or cancellations made 14 days prior to arrival date are non-refundable.

12. Do you provide travel insurance? - If cancellation is a concern, we recommend the purchase of Cancellation Protection from CSA (this does not go through us). CSA can be reached at 1-800-349-8218.

13. Can I cancel if the weather is bad? – Cancellations due to weather will not be refunded unless it is a Category 1 or above named hurricane. See Rental Agreement.

14. What TV package / channels do you provide? – We have a SMART TV and provide the highest package that our cable provider has.

15. What type of internet to you provide? – We provide unlimited cable internet with Wi-Fi. Password is provided with check in information.

16. Do you ever reduce the stated prices – On occasion, if upcoming unsold dates remain, we may reduce prices for those unsold dates. That will already be reflected in the pricing that you see here.

17. Are there any days where Check-in or Check-out is not permitted? - The only 2 days that we do not allow check-in or check-out is Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day.

18. What amenities do you provide in the condo? - Guests are free to use our family friendly games, and DVDs.

19. What additional items should we bring: - pool towels, sunscreen, goggles, extra paper towels, toilet paper, trash liners, paper plates, seasonings, foil or ziplock bags.

20. Ice?- The Lighthouse has an ice machine in the parking garage on your way to the beach. It accepts credit cards.

21. Parking? - Two parking spaces are available per reservation. Parking passes must be purchased from security upon arrival. The cost is $50/car (effective 3/01/2024 $50/car), the pass is good for the duration of your stay. “Parking Pass Cost is Subject to Change Without Notice”.

Property manager

Minnie Nunez

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 875 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an access code
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights

Access methods

Access code

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

~snowbirds ~january IS Open! ~ON THE Beach~owner Managed!~

About the neighborhood

Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hangout Music Fest - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Waterville USA - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Gulf Island Grill - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH~1 BD+Bunk Room~Book 7 or more nights for a 10% discount~ 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 DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH~1 BD+Bunk Room~Book 7 or more nights for a 10% discount~?

As of Jul 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH~1 BD+Bunk Room~Book 7 or more nights for a 10% discount~ on Aug 9, 2025 start from $243.0, excluding 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 DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH~1 BD+Bunk Room~Book 7 or more nights for a 10% discount~ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH~1 BD+Bunk Room~Book 7 or more nights for a 10% discount~?

Self parking is available for a fee. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH~1 BD+Bunk Room~Book 7 or more nights for a 10% discount~?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH~1 BD+Bunk Room~Book 7 or more nights for a 10% discount~?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH~1 BD+Bunk Room~Book 7 or more nights for a 10% discount~ located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is within a 5-minute walk of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Wade Ward Nature Park and Gulf Adventure Center at Gulf State Park are also within 15 minutes.

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DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH~1 BD+Bunk Room~Book 7 or more nights for a 10% discount~ Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 289 out of 298 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 298 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 298 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 298 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 298 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

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

Spring Break with 7 year old

This condo was perfect for just the 3 of us. Beautiful views and perfect location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle T.

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

Clean and great location

Very clean and located in a safe place as well as not too far from things to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richelle M.

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

Excellent condo

The condo had everything we needed and was extremely clean. The beach and pools were so fun. Perfect for our three kids- 6, 3, and baby. We will be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany L.

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

Perfect for a girlfriend getaway

We loved our stay. Beach pool and jacuzzi very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystal M.

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

Spring Break 25’

This property located at The Lighthouse was incredible for our family! The unit itself was comfortable and perfect, the view was outstanding and the location was great! The host was so great with communication and information! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry R.

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

Thanksgiving trip for one.

Location and condo was beautiful. Clean, comfortable and amazing view.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L B.

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

Wonderful winter getaway

Lighthouse 517 was the perfect place for us to enjoy a quick weekend getaway! We love the location, the outdoor hot tubs and the sauna. Also, the primary king bed was soooo comfy! Check in/out procedures were very easy. Hope to visit again very soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

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

Great place

Beautiful and clean great place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

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

Beautiful Place!

The condo was decorated so pretty and the views from the balcony were breathtaking. The place was so clean too! Perfect spot for a vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjarmin W.

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

First Gulf Shores Trip

Good location. Great Condo complex. Condo is exactly as listed. Worked great for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki S.

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

Fantastic beach condo

We had the best stay. The condo was beautifully decorated, clean and had great amenities. The building was clean and great location. The view and beach are spectacular.Our host Minnie was so great. Answered us quickly and gave us so much information and recommendations. We can’t say enough about how great our stay was! Thanks Minnie!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach S.

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

Clean and Convenient

Loved our stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

danielle a.

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

greateast stay

the stay here was awesome!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcylle C.

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

Great weekend get away

We loved our stay here! They have very strict security accessing the property which was nice. The space was clean and comfy, would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

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

Lighthouse condo

Very clean property. Nice location on the water. Beautiful sunrise every morning. Close to shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

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

Winter beach vacation

Our stay was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

jennifer v.

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

Great Condo

This is a lovely place to stay while in Gulf Shores. It was very comfortable, fully equipped and clean! I like that communication was with the owner and not a property manager. It had everything to make your stay memorable. I hope to return in the future with my family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber R.

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

Beautiful place

Our first time to Gulf Shores and this place was perfect for our family. Had everything we needed and it was beautiful. Loved having the pools for times when we didn’t want to be on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William A., Gray, Ky

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

Great place

Really enjoyed it; would love to come back again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Ann S.

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

Beautiful and relaxing getaway

This condo was the perfect getaway spot for my husband and I. The condo is beautiful and clean inside and the balcony is spacious with plenty of seating and shade. The location is great and Minnie was so friendly and easy to communicate with and her information offers lots of shopping and eating suggestions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron C.

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

Winter Escape

Condo was beautiful, quiet and very comfortable. The beach view was awesome. We were close to everything and enjoyed allthe restaurants and the brewery. It was great to be able to listen to music at various places. Rouses was a great grocery store. Minnie our host was great to work with and very helpful. We will be back.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Welch M.

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

Great Place

What a nice place on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney Y., Orlando, FL

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

Great stay!

We had an amazing stay here and would definitely come back to visit! Thank you so much Minnie!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie Z.

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

Fabulous getaway

The location and property are wonderful. Great beach getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marc S.

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

Excellent property

Perfect setup for enjoying time at the beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024