Title: Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=603078&destination=Gulf+Shores%2C+Alabama%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=106421795&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! ## Photo gallery for Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! ![Property grounds - Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421800/106421795/05bccdac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool - Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421800/106421795/32bd473a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421800/106421795/bdb97f28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Condo, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View (SandShells Retreat) | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker - Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421800/106421795/fb0c4f41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Condo, Multiple Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View (SandShells Retreat) | Living area | 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels - Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! (Gulf Shores)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421800/106421795/d9f6bf96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Gulf Shores Beach, Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire condo 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Partial ocean view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! This smoke-free condo building features free WiFi in public areas. The condo provides a washer/dryer and a dining area, plus a patio and a flat-screen TV with digital channels. A sitting area, a coffee/tea maker, and a hair dryer are among the other amenities available to guests. Air-conditioned accommodations at this condo offer washers/dryers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Access to nearby outdoor pool ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces) ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Outdoor pool (guest access) 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 ### General - 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Great Area! Condo Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! Gulf Shores Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! Condo Gulf Shores ## About the neighborhood Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out The Wharf. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Orange Beach Tennis Center or Foley Sportsplex. [Visit our Gulf Shores travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Gulf-Shores.dx603078) [View more Condo Rentals in Gulf Shores](https://www.expedia.com/Gulf-Shores-Condos.d603078-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C30.24477%2C-87.71422&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YNWcGq2XXlovTx12IQp_9vxGOKY=) 1118 W Beach Blvd #28, Gulf Shores, Al, 36542, Usa, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542 ### What's nearby - ![Gulf Shores Beach showing a coastal town, general coastal views and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097624/2652f9ba-1a48-4359-ac9e-3306e9cdfb28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Gulf Shores Beach 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Girls relax on red bean bag chairs at beach music festival, enjoying drinks, toasting. Sunlit summer event with stage in background, youthful energy, leisure atmosphere. Women smiling, casual fashion.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635977254221/356424d6-0d4e-4159-98ef-b48069b98afc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hangout Music Fest 3 min drive \- 1.8 miles - ![Aerial view of beach houses at Fort Morgan, Alabama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976496778/f366ba68-be08-4690-a3c8-a397fb10da97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Morgan Beach 20 min drive \- 16.3 miles - ![Fort Morgan which includes heritage elements and military items](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6070623/14efdf5e-35f9-4b6f-aa77-5ed0c7a06ae0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Morgan 31 min drive \- 28.0 miles - Lagoon Pass Park 2 min drive \- 1.3 miles ### Getting around - Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) 73 min drive ### Restaurants - The Hangout 4 min drive - The Catch 2 min drive - The Happy Pappy Coffee House 6 min drive - Sunliner Diner 3 min drive - De Soto's Seafood Kitchen 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! have a pool? ### Is Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area!? ### What time is check-out at Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area!? ### Where is Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sandshells Retreat Walk to Beach. Great Area! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vuk Sep 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Convenient, clean, new, kitchen was well stocked. We will repeat. ##### Vuk Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina Sep 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The property was easy to get to and instructions were detailed. Close access to the beach. Older property but clean and comfortable. Our particular condo had beach chairs which were awesome to use to lounge on the beach in the afternoon. All in all we had a nice vacation. ##### Christina Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley Mar 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Beautiful stay The place was beautiful, great location, great communication from the host. 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