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Sunny oceanfront home with beach access, balcony, washer/dryer, & WiFi

Beachside vacation home with water park

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Sunny oceanfront home with beach access, balcony, washer/dryer, & WiFi provides amenities like a water park and laundry facilities.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 172390 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly

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About this property

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

Sunny oceanfront home with beach access, balcony, washer/dryer, & WiFi

Sandbox-A Gulf Coast Paradise Retreat

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White sandy beaches mere steps from your door sounds like paradise, and it can be yours when you stay here at the Sandbox on the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy waking up to the sounds of serene ocean waves, birds, and the dolphins playing. With no shortage of things to do, sights to see, and things to experience, you and your group will create memories that will last a lifetime. Para sail, boat, fish, snorkel, paddle board, and do every other waterfront activity imaginable. After playing on the beach, explore historical landmarks, tour downtown and find local eateries, and discover family friendly attractions. Play a few rounds on the top-ranked Kiva Dunes Golf Course, or challenge your loved ones to some rounds of tennis on the nearby courts.

Inside you'll find a bright interior and welcoming air throughout. Gather around the comfortable furniture and enjoy good conversations or host a movie night on the TV. Hobby chefs will love preparing home-cooked meals in the full kitchen, equipped with all the cupboard space you'll ever need and a long breakfast bar that sits at least five. With four bedrooms and eleven beds, there are plenty of places to rest your head from the day's activities. Kids will love bunking together and making memories in the bunk beds that they'll remember forever. Sip your morning coffee on the patio and bask in the Gulf of Mexico sunrise reflecting on the water, feeling your cares melt away.

THINGS TO KNOW
A Queen-size sofa bed is provided.
This property is managed by Vacasa Alabama LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles.

Dock details:

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing 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
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,390 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

81022

About the neighborhood

Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lagoon Pass Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Hangout Music Fest - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Fort Morgan - 43 min drive - 30.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bahama Bob's Beach Side Cafe - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunny oceanfront home with beach access, balcony, washer/dryer, & WiFi pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunny oceanfront home with beach access, balcony, washer/dryer, & WiFi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunny oceanfront home with beach access, balcony, washer/dryer, & WiFi?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunny oceanfront home with beach access, balcony, washer/dryer, & WiFi located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of West Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Lagoon Pass Park is 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

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Sunny oceanfront home with beach access, balcony, washer/dryer, & WiFi Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 37 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Brendan B.

Great for relaxing and beach time fun

The deck was awesome for both daytime and nighttime relaxation. Being able to walk right onto the beach made it a great week.

8/10 Good

Virginia W.

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

Family get away

We had a great vacation. House was clean and roomy. Some things are dated and could be replaced but we would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur S.

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

Beachfront

Location, location, location - this place has it all.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Deb S.

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

Great views!

We enjoyed our stay. We brought our pup and walked the beach every day - enjoying sunrises and sunsets and finding shells. We'll be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace H.

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

Perfect spot, ocean is at your feet when u leave the covered porch

Beautiful spot
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

Nice ocean front getaway

Very much enjoyed the location and will definitely be coming back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Krista C.

Absolutely perfect!

You can't get any closer to the beach. The layout is great and very cozy.
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10/10 Excellent

Walter M.

Great Stay

Perfect spot right on the beach. The house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tu T.

Cute little house!

Plenty of space for two families. Great layout of the kitchen and ample parking. Have to say the deck is the main star of the property! Plenty of room for family and friends to lay out AND STILL HAVE A GREAT VIEW ha ha. We found everything in good working order and the proximity to shopping and food helped our young adults not necessarily stick to us "older people"
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6/10 Okay

Lise J.

Great Location !

Great location, toes in the sand right outside your door. The property is a very dated and could use some TLC. But we had a great time, and appreciate you sharing your home .
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6/10 Okay

Kay P.

Sandbox April 2024

The deck, beachfront views and access.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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2/10 Terrible

jack j.

Okay house. Kitchen needs cleaning and maintenance

Porch best asset.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
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4/10 Poor

Ronnie W.

The Arkansas Family of 13

We loved being able to walk a short distance to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslee B.

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

200% recommend

This house is great, sits right on the beach, walk out back door and off the porch and you are on the sand. Had everything we needed to make it home for the week. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

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

Beach vacation

This property was exactly what I needed for my vacation spot! The view and accessibility to the water exceeded my expectations! The deck was amazing and allowed enough space to hang out in the evening! The location was in a great spot and so close to shopping and restaurants! The house had ample space for four families, allowing everyone to have a bed! I hope to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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6/10 Okay

David L.

Great location / but old home

Lots of issues that caused it to be less than relaxing. But customer service was on top of it and did what they could, I guess. Always responded and got someone out

10/10 Excellent

Joey B., Leroy, USA

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

Fantastic Beachfront

The ultimate piece of this location is the porch/deck that is expansive and a very few steps from the water. The house is older but clean with nice furnishings. My grandchildren LOVED our stay and didn’t want to leave. If you will be doing serious cooking, you may want to bring cookware to handle. We hope to return again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Melissa-Brad K.

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

Great location but needs upkeep

House is in a great location, everyone was great to work with, but the house could use some basic upkeep such as replace upstairs door handle, steam clean the arms of the couches, ect. Upstairs gets super hot.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Beach vac

Great location nice house getting a little worn you pay for location price a little high for house but like I said location, very clean other than dishwasher it needs to be deodorized. the add on fee,s could be cheaper but overall it was nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Loved this home directly on the sand of the beach!

Loved that we just had to step off the porch and onto the sand! The deck is huge and amazing and partly covered in case of rain. There was a bit of weed and tear in the house but honestly that just made it feel more homely. It ended up just being my 18 year old son and myself so we didn’t use two to the bedrooms. I will be saving this home for the future for sure!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Shelly B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Great location; horrible property

If you want a ocean front location and aren't picky about the interior of the house; this should be fine. But as you will note from other guests; this house is in desperate need of updating. Chipped paint, worn out fabrics, kitchen table cracked and barely standing. Holes in the walls, roaches in the kitchen and bathroom. It is seriously run down. Cheap metal blinds over the windows that don't offer complete privacy. Will not return to this location. Take everything that is stated by past guests as gospel.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Tayler M.

Family Vacation

The house is in a perfect location if you’re looking for something a little further away from the large condos. Bedrooms are fairly spacious and the deck is amazing! The best part about the home is the deck and the fact that you’re 50 feet from water. The furniture in the bedrooms are completely outdated and the home needs some love. The kitchen and bathrooms could be re-done rather than letting it continue to deteriorate. Great location overall, just needs some updating for sure! Not sure if I would book the same spot again or not but feel like an honest review is needed.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Misleading and very overpriced!

Filthy cabinets and dirty and ghetto in general. No kitchen rags or towels. Property old and very outdated and in need of remodel. Clean beds. Spacious nice deck! Great location. An extensive report was taken by your representative who was so nice by phone weeks ago and we have not heard how you’re willing to compensate us.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Shawn M.

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

Great spot but gross accommodations

The owner is not involved in making your stay a wonderful experience because they pay a property management company to handle everything. When has a property management agency ever been concerned about making your feel at home? Trash was piled high under the house, drain flys were inside the house and always buzzing in your face, the sink faucet has so much green slime growing in it you didn’t want to touch it, all plumbing fixtures were gross and old. Beach access was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Babette L.

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

Loved it!

Pros: so very close to beach Out side shower/ hose Clean and roomy Great washer/dryer Plenty bath towels Deck was great! Cons: sheets didn’t fit bed Only 5 wash rags Someone hadn’t cleaned coffee Pot ( yuck). I left it clean! Needed more dish soap Overall it was wonderful! Miner things that just need to be addressed. Maybe little things that Need to be put on a check list
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023