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Great Family Getaway With A PRIVATE Pool!

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Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Sun loungers, beach towels
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Great Family Getaway With A PRIVATE Pool!

Everything you want in a special family getaway!

Relax on the remote beach, fish off the private pier, enjoy a sunset from the boathouse swings, kayak the lagoon, learn to paddle board, bike on the bike path, or laze by the new custom pool. All of these are at your fingertips with a West Beach vacation to Southern Palms Cottage. Located directly across from the gulf and right on the lagoon, this home will provide the space you need for the whole family. All living and bedrooms are located on one level and the open floor plan provides exceptional space for everyone to gather. We know you will love cooking in the fully stocked gourmet kitchen with HUGE island while watching the 65 inch TV in the living room! The front porch provides the perfect spot to sip coffee in the mornings while listening to the crashing waves of the Gulf of Mexico, while the back porch allows you to feel away from the hustle and bustle of the world while watching the sunset over the pier. The long driveway and 6 covered parking spots allows you to comfortably plan your vacation without having to worry about car restrictions.

Plan your escape today and book at Southern Palms Cottage!

Amenities include:

4 Bedroom/3 Bath (2 king, 1 queen, 2 twin, pullout sofa – sleeps 10)


1.25 acre property
lagoon front water view
gulf beach access
Beach view
Ocean view
6 covered parking spaces (No 2 car parking restriction!)
large screen TV
cable/high speed internet (WIFI)
Large custom in ground pool- 16x32 (not guaranteed heated- contact me with questions)
well stocked kitchen
regular drip coffee pot
Charcoal grill
Pak-n-play
large decks with views
TVs in 2 bedrooms, 65 inch TV in Living Room
Outdoor dining
Minimum Age: 25 years old to rent

Check In: 4 pm
Check Out: 10 am

Property manager

Southern Palms Cottage & Beachside

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

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

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Great Family Getaway Pool Paddle Boards Bikes Kayaks Included
Great Family Getaway With A Pool! Gulf Shores
Great Family Getaway Pool Paddle Boards Bikes Kayaks Included
Great Family Getaway With A Pool! Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Located in Gulf Shores, this vacation home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Hangout Music Fest - 11 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 16 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Peninsula Golf and Racquet Club - 23 min drive - 12.8 miles

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪DeSoto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • Shrimp Basket
  • ‪The Beach House Kitchen & Cocktails - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Great Family Getaway With A PRIVATE Pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Great Family Getaway With A PRIVATE Pool! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Great Family Getaway With A PRIVATE Pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Family Getaway With A PRIVATE Pool!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great Family Getaway With A PRIVATE Pool! located?

This family-friendly Gulf Shores vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of West Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Lagoon Pass Park is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

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Great Family Getaway With A PRIVATE Pool! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jack C.

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

Gulf Shores

Tje house was great as was the location. Four and a half miles from the bustle of the main drag.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Peaceful accommodations for the whole family

Peace, laughter, and room to dance in the kitchen/great room. I relaxed on the sun porch for morning coffee. Beach time and pool time as well as a lagoon beach kept our family busy and happy. Sunsets and sunrises on the deck completed a perfect stay. Becky was so helpful answering all my questions. She feelsLike a friend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

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

Spring Break at the Bay

It was fabulous, plenty of space for the 9 of us. Huge island for food and prep, with plenty of bathrooms. Pretty much whatever you need they have it there for you. Pool was great for the kids especially when the weather wasn’t favorable for the beach. Close walk to the beach, great swings at the bay to take in the breeze and sunset, we would definitely return!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

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

Home away from home

We love this property and the owner! It’s beautiful and something for everyone in one location, fishing, swimming and beach. This is our second stay and we will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mallory B.

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

Wonderful Vacation Home

We loved our stay at this property. The host was so easy to communicate with, the kids loved the large (lighted) heated pool, there were lots of pool/beach toys available for us, and lots of space for our large family. It was so nice being on both the lagoon and just across from our private beach on the ocean. We will definitely consider staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

lynn o.

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

Wonderful Vacation Destination

Property was beautiful and very well maintained. Owner was wonderful and very helpful. Lots of extras! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia W.

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

Gulf Shores Getaway

Great place to stay. The pool was nice and warm even on the cool evenings. Great location close to the beach and right on the lagoon. Becky was great and answered all our questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wallace H., Union

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

Family Vacation

Great House. We had an awesome time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vickie H.

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

2023 Family Vacation

Great home with lots of amenities included. Perfect location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

Wonderful home!

We booked this very last minute due to being evacuated from our vacation in Cape San Blas and we were not disappointed!! The pictures depicted the house just as it is! The kitchen and living area were perfect for our 2 families. The pool is the largest we've had with a vacation rental! The owner, Ms. Becky, was very quick to respond and extremely welcoming! Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Missy R.

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

Amazing Getaway

We stayed at the most amazing home. Wonderful quiet neighborhood, beautiful views, close to everything, wonderful owner who communicated frequently, clean, comfortable, beautifully decorated, best getaway ever. The only issue is that the pool heater is not heating as well as it should but the owner is aware and working to correct it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dee Dee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Family Vacay

Me and my husband, our kids and grandkids all met at this location for a family vacation and everything was fantastic. The house was perfect for what we needed and the location was great. Thank you for allowing us to make some great memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

FAYE J.

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

Great house

Had a great time. Loved the house. Fire ants were bad,and they came right away to spray.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

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

Great vacation

We had a wonderful week! Great location great house for our family of 8. A bit of trouble with the pool heater but was quickly resolved once we realized it wasn’t just the cooler weather.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janice D.

Wonderful Stay

House was amazing! Owner was very hospitable and accommodating. Loved the private pool and dock. Easy access to the beach that was never crowded. Owner made sure to have activities for the whole family. We will definitely be back! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

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

Mrs. Jennifer Taylor

Just perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janie S.

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

The perfect combination!

Great house with beautiful heated pool and access to the beach across the street. Kids loved the LED lights in the pool at night! This home also had all the beach chairs, umbrellas, wagon and toys to accompany us at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John V.

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

Family Spring Break

Spring break in Gulf Shores with the family was made even better staying in this lovely home! Being between the lagoon and the Gulf adds to the beauty! The pool was the main attraction for the kids and Becky was so responsive with any issue or question we had regarding the pool. Kitchen was large and well stocked. We loved the large open living/dining/kitchen area allowing our family to be all together. ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Amazing!

We had an amazing time and the property exceeded our expectations. The owners always responded quickly and kept us informed of everything and anything that we needed while on vacation. The pool and the pier were absolutely amazing and very much utilized. The beds were so comfortable and the house and location was perfect for our family! We absolutely loved it and there isn't a bad thing that I could say about this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lynn H.

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

Beautiful Quiet Vacation

Breathtaking veiws, spacious, clean & comforting with beautiful decor. Rented this beachouse to take kids/grandkids on a quite relaxing vacation & this property did not disappoint. From the backyard pier, abundance of available extras ( from floats, sand toys, beach wagon, canoe or kayaks as well as ice machine was amazing ! Did have issues with heated pool and she did try to resolve the issue. This was a great vacation property !
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay A., LaGrange

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

PERFECTION

This home is everything you could ask for! Huge pool and wonderful location directly across from a very private beach. We loved having coffee on the air conditioned sun porch with a view of the lagoon! Communication with the owner was a breeze. Best home we’ve ever rented by far!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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

Beautiful sunsets

We had a wonderful time on our vacation, and loved the location. We were right on the lagoon, and had a perfect view of beautiful sunsets. We walked across the street to the beach. We loved that the beach was more private. The house was as expected, and very clean. The communication was fantastic. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lou F., St Louis, MO

A great location!

The House was everything as advertised....away from the crowds but close to everything. The kitchen had everything we needed and the beds were super comfy. The easy access to the beach was great but we spent most of our time in the amazingingly nice pool, even at night. The dock was cool to sit at in the evening and enjoy the sunset. The owners were very responsive and super easy to work with. I’d recommend this property to anyone!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dianne N.

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

October Get-Away

Great place to relax for a Fall beach get-away. Even with the threat of a tropical storm we had a perfect trip. Cool one day but the heated pool kept the three grandchildren happy. The remaining days were perfect for the beach and even riding the waves. We had the whole beach to ourselves! We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

JamieN, Brentwood, TN

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

Great, quiet location

Love that the home is situated between two different bodies of water. The owners have a closet full of beach chairs, floats, paddle boards, kayaks, and canoes to use, and this makes it so much more fun! The kitchen and living room space is open, light and airy, and a great gathering space with limitless views of the bay. The pool is large and heated in cooler weather, which we loved and took advantage of. Beds were comfy and plenty of towels and amenities in each bathroom. Would recommend this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024