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4/2 with gorgeous views on Little Lagoon. Screened porch, pier, and more!

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Beach nearby
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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Barbecue grill

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • West Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

This vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Bon Secour Bay and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Peninsula Golf and Racquet Club - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Hangout Music Fest - 9 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 13 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • West Beach - 14 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burro Azul - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

4/2 with gorgeous views on Little Lagoon. Screened porch, pier, and more!

This beautiful waterfront cottage sits on the north side of Little Lagoon. About five miles down Ft. Morgan Rd, its elevated screened porch makes it easy to avail yourself of the steady breezes that lull lagoon dwellers by day and night. Swim, fish or ski in the calm waters or take a short drive to the white sandy gulf beach. Avid golfers will love being just across the street from the Peninsula Golf Course. A walking/biking trail that runs all the way up to town, through the State Park and beyond to Orange Beach is also just across the street.

Split floor plan with two bedrooms and a bath on each side. The two waterfront rooms have queen beds and French doors leading out onto the screened porch. The other two bedrooms have two twin beds each. The great room in the center of the house contains a huge kitchen, comfortable seating and a large dining area where you can share good times with family and friends. Downstairs under the house is parking for one car and enough space left over to relax in our swing. (The owners also keep their beach buggy and boat under the other side.) Not to worry, there is room to park two extra cars to the east of the drive.

We have two grills, a smaller charcoal and a larger gas grill. Have a family cookout and dine with a view of the water! Also downstairs is an outdoor shower and hose for rinsing off the sand.

Just up the road, the City of Gulf Shores has a fantastic recreation center with daily, weekly, or monthly rates. It features an indoor temperature controlled swimming pool, basketball courts, fitness room, indoor track, ping pong and pool tables, water aerobics, yoga and other fitness classes. In the winter the city's Special Events Department sponsors an outstanding series of performances.

Golfers Paradise: Who could ask for more than waterfront and a top of the line golf course! The Peninsula Golf Club is located just across the street. It features 18 holes, a pro shop, and restaurant. In addition you will find tennis courts and a swim fitness center. If you want to change things up a bit try the 36 holes of Pure Palmer Golf at Craft Farms, Cotton Creek, and Cypress Bend just a 10 minute drive away. Want more? Play Kiva Dunes or the Golf Club of the Wharf; both are just five miles away.

Shop till you drop: Shop over 120 brand name outlets on Hwy 59 in Foley!! Brooks Brothers, Gap, Polo, Ann Taylor and more draw shoppers from miles around. From housewares, to clothing, to home furnishing, there is something for everyone at the Tanger Outlet mall just 10 miles north in Foley.

Flying South for the Winter? This house is the perfect place for snowbirds and it is big enough to share with a second couple for a real winter bargain.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Housekeeping is available on request.

Property manager

Martha Howard, Gulf Coast Keyholders and Exit Realty, Gulf Shores

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 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

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Gulf Shores, close to Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. You'll also find Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Bon Secour Bay within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about 4/2 with gorgeous views on Little Lagoon. Screened porch, pier, and more!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a kitchen and a smart TV in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at 4/2 with gorgeous views on Little Lagoon. Screened porch, pier, and more!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at 4/2 with gorgeous views on Little Lagoon. Screened porch, pier, and more!?

Yes, every accommodation at 4/2 with gorgeous views on Little Lagoon. Screened porch, pier, and more! comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.

4/2 with gorgeous views on Little Lagoon. Screened porch, pier, and more! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

AUCasey

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice, relaxing stay

Home was clean and looked like pictures. We enjoyed fishing from the very shallow water and catching crabs. Nice place to curl up and read a book. Neighbor was kind as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect House

Overall we had a wonderful stay! The house was clean and provided everything we needed for our stay. The view from the screened in porch was wonderful. The kids were able to swim & fish in the little lagoon. It was perfect if you didn't want to go to the beach everyday. We did visit the beach access off Mobile Street about 4 minutes down the road. The beach area was great. The entrance to the driveway is a little hard to find & see at first and at night time. It could use a little something to stand out at the street. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home just perfect for our family vacation

We stayed here for a week with our children and grandchildren (5 adults and 2 small children). The layout of the home was perfect. The beds were comfortable. The view from the living area/screened porch just can’t be beat! The kitchen was the best equipped kitchen of any rental we’ve ever stayed at. The small beach area just down the stairs was perfect for our kiddos (6 and 3 years old). We all enjoyed floating and relaxing in the shallow water. We did have one problem with the TV, and the property managers responded right away to fix the problem. We highly recommend this lovely home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Anthony P.

Good Location - Not so clean house

Overall it was a decent stay. House was clean(ish), shower heads were molded and hadn't been cleaned in a quite some time. Listing states "plenty of parking under the house" - This would have been true had there not been a pontoon boat and dilapidated mini van parked under one side and in the driveway which is barely a driveway... would not pick this house again..
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for kids!

Location on Little Lagoon made for a safe swimming area for the littles. Deck view is gorgeous! Kitchen well-appointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Lagoon Vacation

My whole family enjoyed the stay. House had plenty of space, towels, and fun activities. We enjoyed the shallow water off the dock. My daughter caught dozens of hermits crabs, a few lizards, and a crab or two. Water was warm early in the season which was nice. Water was calm and clear when the wind wasn’t too bad. Everyone wants to return again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN L., AMITE, LOUISIANA

Liked: Cleanliness

Mermaids Cottage great view, gorgeous home.

Location on the Lagoon is perfect! Mermaids home is very comfortable. Pictures are accurate. Location on the highway is too near a curve especially pulling a trailer. Driveway is not easy to locate needs a sign or something to catch your eye. Mermaid's gravel driveway needs grading! Dock is for sunbathing not docking a boat. Water in lagoon is too low with very short pier. Owners' car blocked two parking spaces under home and Hobie Cat is taking a third parking spot. Our Harley Trike got 4th spot. Car went in yard. Screen porch is solidly built, comfortable, furnished nice, but floorboards allowed gnats inside which bit me. Screen door did not fit door frame also allowing bugs inside. Garbage cans have no lids which wild animals enjoyed by spreading the last tenant's trash across the front yard. Toilets are super low and tiny made to train 2-year-olds. We would stay again just for the home and the view. Parking on the beach is $15 everyday everywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann P., United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Second summer

We enjoyed our stay so much last year that we booked another summer at this beautiful home. Everything was clean. Great location. Well equipped. Booking process and check in/check out was easy. I can’t say anything negative about this place! My family and I just love it and are excited to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ASHLEY D.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved it.

Our family of 7 enjoyed everything about this house. We fished and swam everyday. And it’s so local to everything. Everything was there as stated. Hopefully to come back and enjoy Ft. Morgan more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darchelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for Families

The home was decorated in the cutest way and was the perfect set up for families. The screened in porch on the back overlooking the lagoon was beautiful, great to enjoy morning coffee and to sit and enjoy lunch with the family. The kitchen was well stocked as well. Martha was super easy to communicate with. I would definitely stay here again and would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family get away

A little hard to find especially at night. Definitely keep it in your gps.other wise very clean and a perfect home for a family vacation. It had a ton of kitchen gear and amenities. We will be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jolee C., Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

Loved this spot. Would stay again. Property is as appears in description and was very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Family Getaway

This house while a bit hard to find was amazing for our family vacation. The kids loved the small beach and my oldest daughter and I spent our time on the large screened porch. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation was perfect!

We had a wonderful time and look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Casey C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sparkling clean rental

This house might have been the cleanest rental we’ve been in! The location was nice & quiet! I like that we didn’t have to drive thru traffic on the busy strip to go places. I love the privacy of staying on the lagoon! The kids loved the calmness of the lagoon rather than the rough gulf. We wished there was a a kayak or two to use in the lagoon. Also, the mattresses are uncomfortable. Other than that our stay was really nice! Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

My family loved the privacy of this property and that it’s right on the water. Plenty of room for the whole family!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Terrell E.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Will not be returning.

I’ll copy below my check out text to the property manager: In case you want it, I did have a little feedback. The garbage cans were completely filled when we arrived, and on Monday when we went to put our trash out the cans were already filled, and smelled awful and were full of maggots. I don't think that it should be on the incoming tenants or renters to pull garbage loads of other peoples trash to the curb. Also no one ever came to clean the grill. The Wi-Fi and TV did not work our entire stay. Also no one ever came to fix the screen. We have stayed at a lot of properties and unfortunately this one just did not meet basic tenant standards. Just letting you know. Thanks for letting us stay in your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay !!

Family trip . Great location. Great house
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional stay by the bay

This was such a wonderful house with everything we needed to make our trip just a little more relaxing. Everything was clean and prepped for up by check in time and Margaret, the host, was easy to communicate with. We’ll stay again if they’ll have us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann P., United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family vacation home

Our stay at the Mermaid house was perfect. The check in was easy as the host was so gracious and kind. The house was immaculate and very accommodating with everything that we needed. Our family of eight enjoyed our time fishing off the pier and swinging under the shaded and cooled porch. And thanks to the host, we found out that a quiet public beach was just a couple of miles down the road. I highly recommend this beautiful home on the lagoon. We will certainly be coming back to make more memories❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing vacation with toddlers!

Mermaid Cottage clean, great water pressure, best equipped kitchen we’ve ever experienced. Easy access to lagoon, with nice beach area for children. Water was perfect depth for young children to play. Pier was perfect for fishing. Close to restaurants and shopping, but with a private feel where property is located. We will go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and peaceful

Loved it!!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Morgan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Had a great time! Nice neighbors! Great time fishing!

Great communication with the property manager!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

rebecca b., CERESCO, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring trip with friends

This is our 3rd time renting this home! It is the perfect spot for a quiet, relaxing vacation with a little fun just around the corner! We highly recommend! Martha is amazing with communication and the house is fabulous as always!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Serena C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing experience

This house is just as others have described. It is beautiful and amazing. It is located conveniently out of the busy strip with a beach, perfect to play in and clam waters. We did visit the local recreation center for their indoor pool on a rainy day. It was perfect for our child with plenty of area to play and swim in.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022