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As Good As It Gets - 1.5 min walk to Beach

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A beach with a sandy shore and a building in the background.
A spacious living area with a large L-shaped white island, light blue cabinets, a dark green sofa, and a wooden ceiling.
A two-story house with a balcony, supported by wooden stilts.
A kitchen with teal cabinets, a white island with stools, and a ceiling with 'enjoy relax live' text.
A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a covered area with a table and chairs, and a view of the beach.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪80 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

This vacation home places you next to Fort Morgan Beach and within a mile (2 km) of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Fort Morgan - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 24 min drive - 24.3 miles
  • Tropic Falls at OWA - 33 min drive - 34.2 miles

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Connections Coffee Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Selah - ‬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.

As Good As It Gets - 1.5 min walk to Beach

Check us out “As Good As it Gets” Yes, its only 1,5 minute walk to the beach! Check out our charming 3 bedroom / 2 bathroom home in Fort Morgan you are swept away by its tranquil setting. Enjoy being away from the crowds and immerse yourself in the private like setting of this family beach. Gulf Shores is not pet friendly but Fort Morgan is and so are we! Bring your fur babies and let them enjoy a vacation as well - Max 2 dogs, the fee is $180 fee and there are weight limits (less than 50 lbs). Age minimum to rent is 25.
Great News, we have added (in May 2023) a new mini-split A/C to the main area to keep the house cool on those hot days, so we now have 2 HVAC systems. Also added close cell spray foam under the house to help keep the house cool on those hot days.
Start your vacation right and forget the cares of this world as you wake up and enjoy your coffee on the spacious front porch listening to the waves and watching the pelicans soar on the horizon. After your coffee, take a stroll on the white sand in the early hours to see the dolphins greeting you with the sunrise and before you come back in the house, there is a outside shower (Hot & Cold or warm) to rinse the sand off before heading upstairs.
As you return to make breakfast, lunch or dinner, enjoy a spacious and fully stocked kitchen that opens itself to a large island both now have new quartz countertops and open living room. The large breakfast bar has 4 bar stools. The Dining Room table fits 4-5 as well. As you head to the beach, feel free to use the wagon downstairs to haul your kids or your stuff to the beach! Enjoy your movie nights in the living room on huge 75 inch TV with the family. Wireless internet makes it easy to enjoy streaming your favorite show but Streaming TV service has changed their rules...
Please bring your own login in and passwords for your own personal accounts for Netflix, Disney, Prime, etc.
Downstairs area, you can enjoy a picnic table (seats 6), a charcoal grill, 2 porch swings.
This house has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The main suite has a king bed, a 50 in tv along with it's own on suite. The on suite has a shower and tub combination. On the other side of the house are the other two bedrooms. One has a queen sized bed and large closet and One has a Bunk Bed - Full XL Over Queen. They all have newer mattresses purchased in September 2021. The also sleeper sofa has a queen sized bed as well. The house comfortably sleeps 9 people.
We also added 3 outdoor security cameras for the Security of our guests and our house when we don't have guests. They are under house in the parking areas and 1 on the side of the house entrance area - motion activated.
Fort Morgan has so much to offer you! The fishing here is phenomenal with the Fort Morgan Marina only 5 minutes away. They offer charters of the bay and ocean and the Fort Morgan pier is some of the best fishing in the Gulf! If fishing is not your thing, eating local seafood still might be. The renowned Sassy Bass Grill and only 5 minutes from your house and Tacky Jacks is 2 minutes away. If you like history the actual Fort Morgan is open to the public to tour and there is a new board walk between the ferry launch and the Fort. Come to the peninsula and see what the buzz is about.
The Ferry also leaves from the peninsula and takes you to Dauphin Island. Go enjoy a dolphin cruise and have the dolphins right at your side. Fort Morgan is Gulf Shores best kept secret. Come and enjoy your stay at “As Good as it Gets.” We can’t wait to have you!
Fall, winter and spring guests now can enjoy our new electric fireplace that actually puts out heat with the flip of a switch! And parents don’t worry it’s safe and not hot to the touch.
Please note for summer bookings (end of May to mid August ) we have a 6 night minimum not 7 night min.
WINTER BIRDS - Please Contact us for a Quote - we are looking for Nov & Dec 2026 & Jan & Feb 2027
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,200 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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

If you bring a Pet you need to pay the fees

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

As Good As It Gets 1 min walk to the Beach Gulf Shores

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Gulf Shores, just steps from Fort Morgan Beach. You'll also find Fort Morgan and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at As Good As It Gets - 1.5 min walk to Beach?

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 amenities will couples enjoy at As Good As It Gets - 1.5 min walk to Beach?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a smart TV in each house, and some feature ocean view.

Does As Good As It Gets - 1.5 min walk to Beach have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does As Good As It Gets - 1.5 min walk to Beach have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards), which is 20.7 mi away (34 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport), which is around 28.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at As Good As It Gets - 1.5 min walk to Beach?

Yes, every house at As Good As It Gets - 1.5 min walk to Beach comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.

As Good As It Gets - 1.5 min walk to Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was as advertised. Great for families.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our vacation. Easy access to beach! Our family had a great time there!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Quick Getaway, Beach Bliss

Excellent property, clean, and has all amenities. located within short walk to beach. Would rent this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely soul rejuvenating. Amazing home and host. Perfectly located very close to the beach and plenty of places close to eat. Home has everything you need and want. Entire family had the time of our life and hated to leave.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeremy L.

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

Relaxing

Quiet and relaxing.
Great beach!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather Y.

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

Excellent Communication

We enjoyed our stay and look forward to staying here again. The owners responded to questions quickly and were very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paul is a very good host, kept in touch, was responsive to questions....and, tolerated a nervous renter very well. The home was perfect for our needs, it was clean and had a very comfy king sized bed in the master suite. Our pups had room to roam, and loved the warm walks on the beach which really is just a short walk. The dunes are beautiful and the beach was very nice and natural. Oh the kitchen is very well equipped, we had everything we needed to cook meals. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

cacey c.

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

Great place

We enjoyed our stay at As good as it gets. Very short walk to the beach. Kitchen was well stocked and beds were comfortable. Enjoyed the front and back decks and the outdoor furniture. The beach wagon and grill were useful as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer M.

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

Great place!

We loved As Good As it Gets! So close to the beach with an amazing view. We had no complaints and would definitely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kenneth w.

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

Beach 2023

House was super clean, and very convenient to the beach. Quiet neighborhood. Great place to stay, will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The front deck, comfortable furniture on it, and great view are enough to make me give this five stars, but the inside living area is great, too! Kitchen has anything you could need. The hosts were quick to get check in info to me even though I booked at the last minute. It takes a one minute to get to the beach, and it’s a perfect beach spot to watch the sunset. Also very dog friendly. I loved that hot water outdoor shower to rinse the sand off in a little bit chilly weather! Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

As good as it gets!

We had a great relaxing stay! Very clean, well stocked kitchen, great size tv, extra blankets, good outdoor furniture! Small 2nd bathroom shower.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christen T.

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

Perfect Getaway

This house is perfect for a fun beach getaway. The kitchen is nice and fully stocked including kids plates and cups which my kids loved, the beds were so comfortable, and the swings and hammock downstairs were one of our favorite spots. The house is a super quick walk to the beach and you can even see it from the balcony with your morning coffee. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer M.

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

Awesome place!

This is our 2nd yr renting this house, and we love it!! House is wonderful! Kitchen is amazing! Love that the outside shower has hot and cold water. Great view of beach from the front porch. Very close walk to beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wade L.

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

Great place!!!

We loved our time at this place. Very clean, great location and accept dogs. Love this place. Our 12 and 15 teen boys had a great time. We grilled every night, the grill could use new grill grates. We walked the 1 minute walk to the beach with our dog everyday. We had a great time!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Cleanest place.

Very pleased with our stay. 5th trip to gulf shores area and this was the cleanest house yet!! Very very close to the beach and quiet neighborhood. Beds comfortable. Tall people did not like little shower so used the one in master bath. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

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

“As Good As It Gets”

Definitely would rent again and recommend this property. The pictures are deceiving in a good way. It was so much nicer. The walk to the beach was closer than appeared in the pics. The Hendersons were so nice. Thank you so much!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

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

Great house in a prefect location.

This place was very nice and clean. It was well stocked with everything that was needed for cooking. The location is prefect and you can view the gulf from the deck and listen to the waves, or sit under the house in the swings. This place has more than enough room to spread out with your family. Anytime I had a question, Jenn was fast to respond and very pleasant to deal with. We will definitely plan to book on our next trip. Thanks again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

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

Fort Morgan Vacay

The house was just perfect for 6 adults. Location was great and just quick walk to the beach. It’s on a dead end road so not a lot of people. The house is fully stocked with variety of pans, new appliances, and new queen bunk. The AC was also very good. House was nice and cool. The host was excellent and very responsive to our questions and needs. Overall, we were very happy with the house and would recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pete E.

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

Exactly What We Needed!

Great home in a quiet area of Fort Morgan away from the crowds. The house was clean and very comfortable. The beach was a short walk and our dogs enjoyed their first visit to the coast! The owner was extremely helpful, flexible when having to change the dates, and responded quickly to each email. Even posting on some Facebook boards to provide answers to our questions. We will not hesitate to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelli W.

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

It really is “As Good as it Gets”!

The house was lovely, tastefully appointed and included many of the amenities we didn’t expect! Extra blankets, coffee bar and full kitchen were amazing! The trash service was a special extra touch. We enjoyed the beauty and serenity of this amazing home, steps from the beach! It was hard to leave, but we did start planning our 14th annual return trip and hope this house is available again. Very gracious hosts! Thank you for sharing your beautiful beach escape with our family. We made many treasured memories and look forward to more!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lea G.

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

Very enjoyable

The house was close to the beach; we could see it from the front deck. It was roomy and comfortable! We were excited to bring our 2 dogs. We will rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

robert k.

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

As good as it gets...

We were there for 8 nights in October and everything was wonderful. The house is clean, well maintained, well appointed and in a great location. The owners are very friendly, very responsive and very communicative. We couldn't be happier with our choice to have spent our vacation savings and time here.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Great Spur of the Moment Trip With Our Daughter and SIL!

House was set up nicely and well-equipped. Nothing fancy but decent. Carpet and furniture were stained here and there, but nothing awful. The only negative we experienced was the kitchen not being as clean as we're used to. The first thing that hit us was the smell of steamed seafood as soon as we opened the fridge door. It was so overwhelming, we went and got a huge box of baking soda. I put it in bowls inside the fridge and in the main kitchen and living area. It helped some, but the smell was still there when we left. There were also bits of shrimp legs, etc. and crumbs in several areas inside the fridge. After traveling to get there and unpacking, I didn't enjoy taking door shelves out and soaking them, but I did it. Then there was the stuck on food in the dishes and the pots and pans were greasy inside and out. Yuck. Fortunately, we were not there to cook. Also, dishes were left in the dishwasher. Clean? Dirty? For a cleaning fee double what we're accustomed to paying, we weren't expecting to do so much of it ourselves. The housekeeper left an envelope for us to tip her. Sorry. Not warranted. On the positive side, they have a Keurig and a nice selection of coffees. Other pluses, the Mstr Br bed was very comfortable and the bathrooms were clean. Our last afternoon there, the AC unit froze up. The temp got up to 86, inside the house so we turned it off for about a half hour. Thank God for the fabulous breeze! We called to report it and were put directly in touch with the owner who was very nice about the whole thing, and assured us he would send someone immediately. About that time we turned it back on and it worked perfectly. In all fairness the weather was really hot while we were there. Would we stay there again? Judging by the overall time we had there with the kiddos? Hell yeah!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Last summer get away

It was a great time. The owners made sure our stay was homey. It was a very short walk to the beach. The wagon really helped carrying the kids toys down to the beach. It was a perfect stay, we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022