Island Shores 457-Live the Beach Life! in Gulf Shores

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Dates

May 2025

June 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Excellent

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6770 sq ft

Popular amenities

Beach view
Air conditioning
Parking available
Pool
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Gulf Shores, AL

Gulf Shores Beach
‪3 min walk‬
Hangout Music Fest
‪10 min walk‬
Waterville USA
‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores Beach is within a 5-minute walk of this condo while other popular sites like Orange Beach Beaches are within a mile (2 km). The condo includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.

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What's nearby

Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Hangout Music Fest - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Gulf State Park - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles
Waterville USA - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
Gulf Shores Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Hangout - ‬14 min walk
‪Sunliner Diner - ‬14 min walk
‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬18 min walk
‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬15 min walk
‪Burro Azul - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Island Shores 457-Live the Beach Life!

This condo participates in our Fresh Bed Program which provides freshly laundered coverlets with each new arrival. These coverlets provide a lightweight and comfortable sleeping experience, no matter the season.

This 59 unit complex is located in the heart of Gulf Shores! Enjoy the outdoor pool or enjoy your Gulf Front balcony where your view of the majestic Gulf of Mexico is unhindered. This 4th floor 770 sq ft condo has been recently updated with stylish beach chic decor which will surely add to your vacation experience. You will be conveniently located just steps from Gulf Shores Shops and Restaurants and only about a mile to the Gulf Shores Public Beach home of the famous Hangout and Landmark Pink Pony Pub. Bring your laptop and stay connected via the free unlimited WIFI. Enjoy this smoke free environment. Use the coin operated laundry on-site. Monthly stays January to March 1. Parking is a 2 car maximum. Pack your bags and head to Island Shores. Your vacation awaits you!

This property has a 2 vehicle limit and requires parking passes. Only 1 parking pass allowed during the following major holidays and events: Hangout Music Festival weekend Memorial Day Weekend July 4th week Labor Day weekend National Shrimp Festival weekend.

Bedding:
Primary- King
Bedroom 2- Queen
Living Room- Queen Sofa Sleeper

421 East Beach Blvd. Gulf Shores, AL

The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a sofa bed, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

Property manager

Young's Suncoast Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

On the beach

Pool/Spa

Communal pool

Internet

Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Limited onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill

Laundry

Laundromat nearby

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Elevator
Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board
Unlimited smartphone data usage

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)
Fire extinguisher

General

Unit size: 770 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 25

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

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

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
Minimum check-in age: 25

Driving? This property offers limited parking.

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.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this condo?

This condo in Gulf Shores is within a 10-minute walk of Gulf Shores Beach and Wade Ward Nature Park. You'll also find Gulf State Park and Orange Beach Beaches within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this condo?

Yes, though parking is limited.

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, there is no indoor pool at this condo.

Is Island Shores 457-Live the Beach Life! good for couples?

With a stay at this beachfront condo, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each condo unit plus kitchens and beach views in some.

Does Island Shores 457-Live the Beach Life! have a hot tub?

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

Does this condo include breakfast service?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this condo allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.

Does this condo have connecting rooms?

No, this condo doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Island Shores 457-Live the Beach Life!?

Yes, every condo unit at Island Shores 457-Live the Beach Life! comes with a balcony with some featuring beach views.

Island Shores 457-Live the Beach Life! Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Jul 3, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

The condo is super cozy, right on the beach (maybe 2 min walk to the ocean), 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, full kitchen…we had it all! There is even a gift shop with a full grocery store across the road and Wal-Mart is a 7 min drive! We loved the location & ease of access…it was super easy for my 70 year old mother to enjoy and that was important!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy C.

Jul 13, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice and clean

The condo is well kept for an older building. Very clean. But it’s small. If you need a lot of room this might not be for you. Plenty of room for us 4 though.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Courtney B.

Jun 9, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome location

The location is awesome. A very short walk to the beach from the elevators. Small unit but just enough for us as a family.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Amy

Traveled with family

Jun 9, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The entryway to the unit was difficult to navigate if you were carrying anything in or out. The door literally opens within inches of the counters. There is no deadbolt lock on the door for privacy so I did not feel safe. One day maintenance came in while our teenage son was there by himself which was a bit scary. The man did knock, but my son was sleeping in his room and woke up to a strange man in the unit. The TV/Dish unit is hung so low on the wall that everyone hit it multiple times on their shoulders when coming in from the balcony. Once I hit the TV directly between my eyes and still have quite a lump on my head and a small cut. The kitchen was well stocked and the beds were comfortable. We had to buy additional toilet paper and paper towels during our stay. I bought hangers for both bedrooms and left them for the next guest.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

barbie n.

Apr 22, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Very clean

So I’m optimistic I look for good in everything.. A little outdated but the cleanliness made up for that.. wiped up spilled water first night and white paper towel was still white, no dirty residue! I wasn’t impressed with the grilling area as it was right beside the parking lot, no view of beach and no picnic area. But again, the grills were very clean. The view was pretty. The pool was also next to the parking lot but maintenance did an amazing job on keeping it clean! Cleanliness 5 STARS!! Had a couple of issues, called manager, within an hour maintenance was there to fix a stopped up sink, non working dishwasher & a stove eye that wasn’t working. All was an easy fix, he was in & out in less than 30 minutes. I’d recommend to those who don’t need top of the line accommodations but want a safe & clean place to stay!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Jul 21, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Trip

Great location and beautiful view from balcony. The kitchen is outdated but it worked and function well. Having two bathrooms for six people is great. The only thing is the mattress for the pull out couch is uncomfortable. Need more towels, pillows and blankets. But overall would stay there again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Melissa K.

Jul 3, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Beach Front stay.

We enjoyed our stay. Thank you

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

Oct 13, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place

Everything was just like the pictures. All my expectations were met.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Kyle D., Mcalester ok

Aug 28, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Pictures can be deceiving

The images of this property don’t fully capture all the details. They may be even a little deceiving. This condo looks nicer than it really is in person. However, this property has a wonderful location. It’s proximity to the “hangout” and other restaurants and shopping mean you can walk most everywhere. The location was perfect. The beach behind the property is very nice with sea and suds right next door along with beach chair rental, parasailing, and jet ski rental a short walk away. The property itself is older, likely built in the 1970’s. The elevator is slow and hot like an oven inside. The condo is small for a two bedroom, but manageable. It needs a cosmetic update beyond a coat of paint. (It has recent paint) The popcorn ceilings and formica really make the place look dated. The cups, plates, and silverware are just a hodgepodge of random pieces. Very little actual cookware (pots and pans, utensils) if you’re planning on making meals. A large chair is pictured online but is missing from the condo. The dining table isn’t the same as the images either. The condo could really benefit from more lighting and airflow. The master bedroom has two tiny lamps for light. It is dark without an overhead light. There are no ceiling fans but a floor fan was provided. The pull out couch is uncomfortable to sleep on, as my kids complained about it all week. The description listed a washer and dryer, however these are not in the unit. They have a laundromat downstairs for the complex. Toilets barely flush, you have to hold down the handle for about 5 seconds and then pull the handle back up or the water runs continuously. Everything was clean except the floor. It was still sandy from the previous renters. Everything in our unit worked, nothing was broken. It was ample for our needs and we had a great time in gulf shores.