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A balcony with wicker chairs and a small table, overlooking a coastal area with buildings and a clear sky.
A beach with a sandy shore and a wooden fence.
A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a fridge and bar stools.
A modern kitchen with wooden walls, a central island with stools, hanging pendant lights, and a view of a house through a window.
A coastal building with a blue exterior, wooden deck, and a staircase leading to a door.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms1320 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Bon Secour Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪19 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Highlands, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of sights such as Edith Hammock and Bon Secour Bay. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Bon Secour Bay - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 18 min drive - 16.1 miles
  • The Wharf - 21 min drive - 19.5 miles

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jesse’s On The Bay - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coast @ The Beach Club - ‬5 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.

Steps to Beach | Gulf Views + Free Dolphin Cruise

Summary:
Every day of your stay comes with a free ticket to each top local activity, like a dolphin cruise (last year's guest favorite) and a round of golf. Home base is Blue Door Beach House, a 4-bedroom Fort Morgan home with Gulf views, about 100 steps from a private beach, with a wraparound porch and bay pier access. Sleeps 10.

The Space:
OVERVIEW
Welcome to Blue Door Beach House, a renovated boho-coastal home in the Cabana Beach Estates community on the quiet Fort Morgan end of Gulf Shores. Walk about 100 steps to the community's private beach, watch for dolphins from the wraparound porch, and cross Highway 180 to the private bay-side pier to fish or launch a kayak. One free ticket per activity, every day of your stay, for a dolphin cruise, golf, parasailing and more. Use them all today and again tomorrow.

THE SPACE
Living: Open floor plan with two separate living areas. Sofa, egg chair and a smart TV.
Kitchen: Fully equipped, with white appliances, lots of counter space and Gulf views.
Dining: Dining area with Gulf views, plus extra seating.
Porch: Big wraparound porch with Gulf and sunset views.
Outdoor shower to rinse off the sand.

BEDROOMS & BATHS (sleeps 10, 2.5 baths)
Bedroom 1: King bed, smart TV, private bath with double vanity and walk-in shower
Bedroom 2: 2 twin beds
Bedroom 3: Queen bed
Bedroom 4: 2 twin beds, smart TV, downstairs with its own entrance, separate from the other bedrooms
Living room: Queen sleeper sofa
Bathrooms: Full guest bath with walk-in shower, plus a half bath

COMMUNITY PERKS
Private beach: about 100 steps from the door
Deeded access to both the Gulf and Mobile Bay
Private bay-side pier directly across Highway 180, for fishing and launching a kayak

PRIME LOCATION
Fort Morgan Historic Site: about 20 min drive
The Hangout, Gulf Shores: about 25 min
Gulf State Park: about 25 min
The Wharf, Orange Beach: about 30 min
OWA Theme Park: about 35 min

AMENITIES
Washer and dryer
Wi-Fi
Smart TVs
Charcoal grill
Board games
Driveway parking for 4 vehicles

A FREE ACTIVITY TICKET EVERY DAY
For each day of your stay, you get one free ticket to each activity below, plus discounts on other local favorites. Choose from:
Dolphin cruise on the Southern Rose, 1.5 to 2 hours (our guests' favorite last year)
Golf: a free round at Gulf Shores Golf Club, Lost Key or Soldier's Creek, perfect for fall and winter stays
Parasailing from Bahama Bob's, the Pink Pony Pub or Blue Sky
Offshore fishing on Zeke's Lady party boat
OWA theme park tickets
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo tickets
Sunset cruise with Cruisin' Tikis
Beachside Mini Golf
How it works: each free ticket covers one guest, and anyone else joining pays the regular price. Unused tickets expire at the end of each day. Activities depend on season and availability. Not available for stays of 28 nights or longer. These are activity tickets, not a credit or cash value.

THINGS TO NOTE
Bay pier: directly across Highway 180. Bring your own kayak and fishing gear.
Location: Fort Morgan is peaceful and uncrowded. Restaurants, shopping and nightlife are a short drive away in central Gulf Shores.
No pets, no smoking.
You must be 25 or older to book.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT
About 100 steps to a private beach.
Gulf views from the porch, kitchen and dining area.
A free dolphin cruise, round of golf and more every day.

BOOK YOUR STAY
Reserve Blue Door Beach House, book your free dolphin cruise, and enjoy the quiet side of Gulf Shores.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Theme park 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

  • Unit size: 1,320 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No one under the age of 25 is allowed to book this property. No pets No smoking

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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 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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Gulf Highlands within a short 16-minute walk of Edith Hammock and also 17 minutes on foot from Bon Secour Bay. You'll also find Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps to Beach | Gulf Views + Free Dolphin Cruise?

As of Nov 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to Beach | Gulf Views + Free Dolphin Cruise on Nov 7, 2026 start from $773, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

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

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

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards), which is 14.8 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Gulf Views | 100 Steps to Private Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A/C was cold. Linens and beds were clean and comfortable. Plenty of towels. Only minor criticism is the kitchen cookware was a little bit sparse. But love the location the little neighborhood and the access to the beach were great. Also, Sassy Bass grocery, Dollar General and Jesse's on the bay are within a mile or two.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Spring Break with the kids

My sister and I spent 5 days here with our 4 boys and had a wonderful time! The proximity of the house to the beach access is great. The access itself was easy to navigate even with our big wagons! The property management company was fantastic. They made check in really easy and checked in on us (via phone!) to make sure we were happy and taken care of. A couple of things to note if you and your family look to stay here:1. Plan to bring ALL kitchen items you want for cooking - there are cooking utensils, but no spices. Not even salt/pepper. 2. If you plan to bring small children - please make sure you are fully aware that the second twin room is on the ground level, completely separate from the main house. It does have a bathroom beside it, but it is a half bath in the laundry room, with a different door code than the main house code. So the main living area of the house has a king, a queen and 2 twin beds. There is also a pullout couch in the living room. 3. The house has great quality chairs, beach cooler and a tent, so don't worry about bringing those! Overall great experience. Would definitely come again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly as advertised only exception was the 4th room which is downstairs, we didnt use that room as kids didnt want to sleep in there and were able to adjust in the main area. we were 6 adults and 4 kids. very clean, well equiped and a decent location. we will definietaly go back if we plan to stay in AL in future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

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