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Driftwood Cottage ~ Pet-Friendly, Salt Water/Heated/Cooled Pool + $400 in FREE Activities Daily

Vacation home with kitchen, 6-minute walk to Gulf Shores Beach

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Beach nearby
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

Located within a 5-minute walk of Wade Ward Nature Park, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Gulf Shores Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.

What's nearby

  • Gulf State Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hangout Music Fest - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Orange Beach Beaches - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Waterville USA - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Pensacola Intl. Airport (PNS) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Driftwood Cottage ~ Pet-Friendly, Salt Water/Heated/Cooled Pool + $400 in FREE Activities Daily

iTrip Vacations Beaches of Alabama proudly offers WORRY FREE BOOKING!

Worry-Free Booking means GO AHEAD & BOOK TODAY - NO WORRIES if you need to cancel! At any time until a week before your stay, you can cancel your booking and WE WILL GIVE YOU 100% OF THE DEPOSIT BACK! Nope, we won't even keep the processing fee! Pinky promise!

$400 in FREE Activities per day ~ See details below!


Welcome to Driftwood Cottage!
This luxurious, freestanding home is one of only eight units in the charming Eastside Cottages community, making it the perfect destination for your next vacation. Enjoy the privacy of no crowded elevators, parking garages, or pools. The community is just one block from the beach, with deeded beach access and a designated crosswalk. Guests can also enjoy a refreshing saltwater pool on-site.

If you’re in the mood for a change of pace, Driftwood Cottage is within walking distance to The Hangout and a variety of shopping, dining, and nightlife options near the "T" intersection of Hwy 59 and the beach road.

PET FRIENDLY: Two dogs (30 lbs or less) are welcome. A $150 non-refundable pet fee per dog applies, and additional cleaning charges may be billed if necessary.

The outdoor saltwater pool is both heated and cooled, ensuring a comfortable temperature for your enjoyment all year round.

Property Features:

• Parking is available for up to three cars.

• The balcony is accessible from the living room.

• Durable vinyl flooring runs throughout the cottage.

• The living room features a recliner and a sofa sleeper. The balcony includes two outdoor reclining chairs—perfect for sunbathing or relaxing in the evening.

• The fully equipped kitchen includes everything needed for a comfortable stay. An electric grill is also available. The dining table seats four, with a pull-up bench for two additional guests, and four bar stools for casual seating.

• A full-size washer and dryer are conveniently located upstairs.

• Primary bedroom: King-size bed, private balcony access, and a stand-up shower in the ensuite bathroom.

• Second bedroom: Queen-size bed, shared bathroom with tub/shower combo, and balcony access.

• Bunk beds: Two sets of twin bunk beds—one on the main level and one upstairs—perfect for children. Children six years or younger should not be permitted on the top bunk.

• Maximum of three vehicles allowed. No boats, watercraft, campers, or trailers permitted.
*NON SMOKING
*MINIMUM AGE TO RENT IS 25
*MUST CALL FOR MONTHLY AVAILABILITY

*THIS PROPERTY IS MANAGED BY ITRIP VACATIONS ALABAMA BEACHES

$400 FREE Activities Daily-Guests will receive one complimentary admission to our select activities per day. You can go to every one of these activities every day, and one person will be free per day. Additional guests will pay full price. Admissions are non-cumulative and non-transferable. Unused admissions expire daily.

So yes, you may choose to go fishing in the morning (one person is free), then golf at lunch (one person is free), and then go to the zoo that afternoon (one person is free). Or you may choose to go to the zoo in the morning with the kids (one person is free), and your husband can play golf (one person is free) and then meet that afternoon to go on the dolphin cruise (one person is free.) You may do some or all of these select activities every day, and one of your parties is free every day.

These activities are yours to use if you choose to do so at no additional cost or obligation.

*Does not apply to monthly reservations, and some activities are seasonal
Due to recent incidents of credit card fraud, we have implemented additional security measures to protect our guests and ensure a smooth check-in process.

If you are booking a reservation to arrive within the next 48 hours, we kindly request that you provide us with a copy of your ID and credit card. The name on these documents must match the name on the reservation. We must receive these documents by the close of business on the day that you booked your reservation.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with cable channels. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker. Bathrooms are shared.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 shared bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

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

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 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 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
  • 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.
  • 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

Vrbo Property
6682

Frequently asked questions

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

This vacation home in Gulf Shores is within a 10-minute walk of Gulf Shores Beach and Wade Ward Nature Park. You'll also find Gulf Adventure Center at Gulf State Park and Shrimpy's Mini Golf less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home adjacent to 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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Driftwood Cottage ~ Pet-Friendly, Salt Water/Heated/Cooled Pool + $400 in FREE Activities Daily?

Amenities at this vacation home that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each accommodation with kitchens in some.

Are there hot tubs at Driftwood Cottage ~ Pet-Friendly, Salt Water/Heated/Cooled Pool + $400 in FREE Activities Daily?

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

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?

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

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at Driftwood Cottage ~ Pet-Friendly, Salt Water/Heated/Cooled Pool + $400 in FREE Activities Daily?

Yes, every accommodation at Driftwood Cottage ~ Pet-Friendly, Salt Water/Heated/Cooled Pool + $400 in FREE Activities Daily comes with a balcony.

Reviews

Driftwood Cottage ~ Pet-Friendly, Salt Water/Heated/Cooled Pool + $400 in FREE Activities Daily Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property. It was good having the pool as a backup for double red flag days at the beach. I do wish there were some better blankets for the beds.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lakesha C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a great place for family!

This home was absolutely amazing! Just like the listing, house was beautiful/clean/nice pool. The management team messaged beach updates daily, which was so convenient. Walking distance to the beach, shops, and the hangout! Definitely family friendly, we actually made friends with the neighbor renters and our kids were able to play in the pool together each day. Safe location and just so peaceful. It was the perfect getaway! 10/10 recommend if you have small children & pets.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Monica C., Richardson

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family set up

Great property with two balconies and pool access in a small community close to the beach and souvenir shops.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice newer house close to the beach

Nice place just as advertised. Place qas clean except for some dead cockraoches. It is just a short walk the the beach and not far from restaurants. It is unfortunate they don't provide an extra trash bag, dishwasher soap or toilet paper. Dishwasher didn't wash the dishes which makes me wonder if the dishes we used were really clean. Overall it was a nice place withcomfy beds and space to relax.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great , relaxing stay

We had the best vacation & stay here. Check in and check out was so easy & contactless. Very very clean and very nice property. The house was apparently updated or new construction . Was in a very quiet relaxing, enjoyed it very much. Kids loved the swimming pool and had it all to ourselves. Kids also loved having their own bedrooms and bathrooms . We honestly loved our stay so much we would definitely stay here again. Easy, short walk to beach access. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you for an amazing experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hartman family trip

Visiting with family at the beach. Awesome time! Will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach

Very nice accommodations qnd very walkable to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, close to the beach and food

This was a very clean beautiful place to stay. Loved the pool area. A few blocks from the beach, shopping, restaurants, and groceries.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Little Cottage

The place was really nice. The first day we were there the air stopped working and they handled it in a timely manner. Wonderful service. It was a wonderful time with our family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kyle K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Vacation Rental!

Really awesome property. Kids loved the double sets of bunk beds. Everything was in excellent condition, very clean and easy to figure out. Loved the setup of the 8 units around the pool - a bit warmer of a pool would have been nice but it didn't stop the kids from enjoying it. Easy walk down the street to the beach, the market (which really has everything you'd need - food and supplies, beach items, souvenirs). Sea 'n Suds on the beach has some great food too! If we are in the area again, will definitely look into staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Fun

Our family (my husband and I, my parents, and our son) had a great time! The location was close to the beach and plenty of great food options. We loved the pool area- it was never crowded. The living room/dining/kitchen was bright and spacious. The rooms and bathrooms were very clean with good storage. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020