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A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach, and a clear view of the ocean.
A beach with a pier, boats, and a clear sky.
A balcony with a view of the water, two Adirondack chairs, a sign reading 'BEACH,' and a wooden deck.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a view of the beach.
A wooden pier leading to a beachfront hotel with multiple balconies and a pool area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61280 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Little Lagoon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Lagoon Pass Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

This condo places you next to Little Lagoon and within a 10-minute walk of West Beach. The condo includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Little Lagoon - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • West Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lagoon Pass Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Waterville USA - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Have it all! Waterfront-Lagoon-Pool-Steps to Gulf ⛱-3 Balconies-Boat slip

Welcome to Summer House West, located in West Beach, Gulf Shores! The complex is nestled between Little Lagoon and The Gulf of Mexico.

This 2 BR / 2.5 BA condo is the best of both worlds! We sit directly on Little Lagoon and across the street (100 yards) from the Gulf of Mexico. It's like two vacations in one! Walk across the street for the waves and surf of the white sand beaches or spend the day fishing, boating, lounging on Little Lagoon. As a guest mentioned, the walk to the beach is shorter than some high rise condos directly on the beach! Condo comfortably houses 6 guests.

Beaches - Pool - Lagoon - Fishing pier with cleaning station- Gazebo - BBQ - Boat Slip

This condo is a townhouse (1,300 square feet) with the bedrooms (2) on the second floor, both with full bathrooms and their own balconies (master balcony overlooks the lagoon, 2nd bedroom balcony has view of the Gulf of Mexico). Condo has 3 private balconies in all.

The main floor has the kitchen, pantry, half-bath, laundry, dining room that seats 6, and living room with two sofas, 42 inch smart TV, and balcony that overlooks Little Lagoon! The kitchen is fully stocked with all of the appliances, cookware and dishes you will need to prepare meals during your vacation. There are also charcoal grills for your use.

The complex has a swimming pool, private beach access (100 yards from condo, across a non busy street), a fishing pier, and a fish cleaning station, gazebo with grilling area, charcoal grills and picnic tables. There is free covered parking for two cars, as well as additional guest spaces.

Guests have access to owner's closet in carport to use (beach chairs, umbrella, sand toys, floats, beach cart) and store personal gear (beach, fishing, or other).

Summer House West is a small, quaint complex with a total of 32 units. It has 3 buildings and our unit is in the back building directly on Little Lagoon!

*Please note as this is a small complex, there is no elevator, only stairs. Our condo entrance is on the second floor.

Located in the West Beach area of Gulf Shores, Summer House West is 3.5 miles from the heart of Gulf Shores--The Hangout and the "T" and a 15-minute drive to the Orange Beach area.

Gorgeous Little Lagoon Pass is just a 0.5 mile away!

We are close enough for convenience, but far enough for getting away from it all!

Snowbirds welcome (Dec, Jan, Feb)!

Free wifi provided.

Please let us know if you have questions or how we can help you plan your trip to Gulf Shores!
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a sofa bed. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • 33 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Strictly enforced

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • 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

  • Bicycle parking
  • Fish cleaning table
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting 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

  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,280 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

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
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Check out time is by 10:00am and instructions are on the fridge. Let me know if you have any questions.
Leave bedding and towels - cleaners will gather. Remove items from fridge and take all trash to dumpster. Please turn off TV, lights, etc and lock up.
Don't forget to return the keys and parking pass! Any accidents that we need to be aware of? Please let us know of any issues so that we can be ready for our next guests.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Strictly enforced

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 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.
  • 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, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this condo?

This condo in Gulf Shores is within a 10-minute walk of West Beach and Little Lagoon. You'll also find Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park within a short drive.

Is this condo next to a casino?

No, this condo is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this condo?

No, this condo doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Does this condo include breakfast service?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this condo allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.

Where is the closest airport to this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards), which is 6.7 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Have it all! Waterfront-Lagoon-Pool-Steps to Gulf ⛱-3 Balconies-Boat slip Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice place! Perfectly suited between lagoon and beach. Clean and as described. Had everything we needed and much more. The kids loved having available toys and beach supplies. Easy drive to nearby restaurants and shopping but far enough away that it is quite and peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

W B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is a destination best experienced firsthand. Our second visit to this very property and would EAGERLY book it again! The hosts are very definition of hospitable and we have been most impressed with their investment in how others, perfect strangers, enjoy their vacation. We love it, and pray God’s blessings upon them!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Best place

We have now stayed here twice. It’s a perfect location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Amazing hosts

The location is perfect. Great condo, lots of rooms and beautiful views. Hosts are wonderful to work with and you have everything you need! Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lisa p.

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

School Teacher

It was a great place to stay , I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ashley s.

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

Great week

Great week
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Had a a great time fishing off the dock in the lagoon!

We hung out at the beach during the day. then kicked backed and fished off of the dock in the evening. Wish we would have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dean P.

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

Stay of Stairs

Everything was excellent!! To my knowledge it’s all been paid for. Seven nights total.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pasha M.

Immaculate condo with great views!

We stayed at this property during spring break 2018. We found the condo to be super clean, comfortable and provide excellent views from the balconies. There is ample sleeping space as well. I will say, the stairs up to the condo could be trying for an elderly person or someone with health issues. Overall, we thought the condo was great, the owners were fantastic to work and we would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

gloria j.

Very nice.

My son and I enjoyed being able to walk right down to water to fish or across the street to just relax on beach. Did not have to get in my car when I arrived and enjoyed not having to fight traffic. The condo was very nice and clean. Loved all the balconies. They were nice to sit on while drinking a cup of coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Agent W.

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

Easily a Top Five Destination

As a family, we have stayed in lodging that runs the gambit from tiny and quaint to enormous and extravagant, but the SummerHouse fit right in the “Goldilocks” spot of our family’s needs and expectations and provided the ideal home away from home we wanted. Simply can’t say enough about how refreshing it is to enjoy the quiet location slightly out of the bustle of the tourism centers, but still only a couple of minutes away from the some of the best food in the Gulf. The homeowners were a pleasure to work with and removed all guess work and confusion one typically sees in a common rental. But that’s just it; SummerHouse is no common rental and surpasses all expectations for its price point. We brought home fond memories and thankful sentiments for SummerHouse. THANK YOU!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

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

Fantastic condo, location and owners

The condo was very clean and the kitchen was well stocked. The location is unbeatable, and Carrie is as nice a person as you will ever meet. A few times in your life you will be lucky enough to correspond with someone who, even though you’ve never met them before, it feels like you’re talking to a lifelong friend. That is how I would describe Carrie. Extremely caring and helpful. The weather during our stay was perfect and we have no complaints or issues whatsoever. Hopefully someday we can book this place again. Thanks again for allowing us to stay in your beautiful condo!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leslie E.

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

Best of both worlds

This was perfect for our family. My husband isn’t a “beach” person so being next to the lagoon felt like he was relaxing by the lake, but the kids and I had a short & easy (less than 5 min) walk to the ocean. Host was instantly responsive and helpful. The condo and outdoor closet were perfectly stocked with essentials. There was even a variety of items for babies & toddlers. Location was convenient to shopping & restaurants. There are lots of stairs so make sure your party is ok with that. My ONLY complaint was that the upstairs stayed a little warmer than the downstairs/ AC wasn’t getting it quite as cool as we’d like but it wasn’t unbearable. Weather and heat index was very hot and humid so I’m sure that’s why it was struggling. Highly recommend this property! We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Scott C.

great time on our first snowbird experience

We loved this unit on the Lagoon..loved the birds on it, the fact we could walk our cat along the shore ( can't do that on the beach)..love being down the beach from the center of town. the furnishing were very good, Just a couple things kept me from giving it 5 stars .. one the cleaning could be a little better ( Carrie is addressing it with the cleaners) the heat is uneven ..in order to have upstairs comfortable downstairs had to be overly warm. Advice for other renters..first the 38 stairs they warn you about is real so pack light because you have to carry everything up and down. and bring at least one sharp knife( all the ones there are super dull)
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madison D.

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

Perfect Beach Trip

Plenty of space for a friends trip! Easy walking distance to the beach. The stairs gave us all a leg workout but we probably needed it! Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

1st trip to gulf shores

I was nervous having never rented down in gulf shores before.The pictures always look good and the reviews for this place were solid . So I took a chance, it turned out good it provided us a very nice vacation everyone in the group was happy with the accommodations. We would rent again Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

The Best place to stay.

Amazing property. Beautiful condo. Hosts were wonderful. Pictures don’t do it justice. It is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tammy G.

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

Perfect for EVERYONE

If your family has some that prefer to fish and catch crabs like my husband and 11 year old boys and some that prefer to lay on the beach and listen to the waves like me, this place is absolutely for you!!! It is directly on the lagoon with no condos blocking your view and a quick walk across to the beach. Absolutely perfect location! This is our second time to stay with Carrie and Robert and they are such amazing hosts! Everything is exactly as presented and communication is great! The condo is a great size! There was plenty of space for all of us to stretch out and be comfy and having the washer/dryer to use while at the beach is a plus! We also love that we can use their closet of beach supplies! This is such a great place! We can't wait to come back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anna R.

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

Wonderful

Second time staying at the property and it’s fantastic,never had a bad stay at summer house west and we have been coming for 8 years
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Aleasha M.

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

Nice stay

We stayed 4 nights at this condo. Pros: Location. Access to both the Little Lagoon and across the street from the beach access. 2. Communication between the owners was excellent. 3. Not that we did a lot of cooking, but the kitchen seemed adequate stocked with cooking supplies. 4. Having a 3 balconies was excellent because everyone had a private spot! Cons: 1. We found the beds to be uncomfortable. 2. Needs a leather couch instead of fabric. The couch felt like sunscreen and sand. We placed a sheet over it to use.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek J.

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

Great place to stay!

Far enough from the busy stuff for some peace and quiet but close enough for convenience!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

Great hosts and beautiful property

Our experience was absolutely wonderful. Robert and Carrie responded to all messages within minutes if not seconds. It was very clean and well stocked. We would recommend it to everyone (unless you have a problem with stairs). Great hosts a d great property!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maury R.

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

Best of Both Worlds

My family of five enjoyed SHW, having the best of both worlds- the beach and the lagoon! My husband loves to fish so this was the perfect spot for us. I was so thankful to have the peaceful lagoon when the beach waves were too rough for children. There was plenty of room and it was a great home away from home. The pool in the complex was nice too! We had a great rental experience and we will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Polly R.

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

Great view

Great condo with a great location! We brought a kayak and a paddle board and used them both every day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sherry A.

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

Great place to stay for our first visit to Gulf Shores.

Property was as stated in listing, very clean and comfortable. We had everything we needed and property owner was very accessible and checked in on us several times to make sure everything was going smoothly. Location is in a mostly beach house area so traffic volume was low and flowed smoothly near the condo but was still just a few minutes from, food, shopping, attractions, and Gulf State Park. The property like the majority of other places in the area are on stilts and do require access to the room by stairs, just something to keep in mind if you have difficulty with stairs. The lagoon behind the property was very nice, we enjoyed bird watching, fishing, wading, and watching the sun rise and set from our balcony. There are 3 private balconies total in the unit. Each bedroom has a balcony and there is also one off the living room downstairs. The beach access is just across the street and easy to get to. This stretch of beach wasn’t overly crowded but was busy enough without everyone being right on top of each other. Overall a wonderful stay and we look forward to visiting again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

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