Gulf Shores Beach is within a 5-minute walk of this vacation home while other popular sites like Gulf State Park are within a few miles (5 km). The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Shells, West. 6BR beachview. Big pool. Large balconies! Great deal. Nice! Slps 20.
Shells, West Unit 1422 West Beach
6BR 7BA. West Beach Blvd Duplex. Pool. Large balcony patios! Easy beach access. Great deal. Nice place!
Brand new paint for an updated style inside on both sides! Looking great!!
This listing is for the West side unit. Shells, West! Each side is a private unit with 6 bedrooms, kitchen, living room, and more. No sharing. You CAN also rent the other side, or both together: two of almost everything: kitchens, living rooms, more! When renting both sides, guests may unlock the connecting doors to allow for access between the two sides near the kitchens without going up and down the stairs from the main entries.
Looking for an incredibly nice, upscale home to house a large group of people but you'd like to save a few dollars in the deal? The Shells duplex has 6 bedrooms on each side, balconies on two levels, ocean views from the south side rooms, a living room, and a lounge room.
Each side of Shells has the following sleeping arrangements:
Main Floor North BR: King 3rd Floor South BR: 2 Queens 3rd Floor Middle BR: Queen 3rd Floor North BR: King 4th Floor South BR: King 4th Floor North BR: Queen and Triple Bunk (twin over full)
Main Living Room: QSS Main Floor Bonus Room: QSS
ALL bedrooms have private, en suite bathrooms.
Shells is located on the north side of West Beach Boulevard, across the street from the beach and you can see the beach!
EASY DEEDED BEACH ACCES You have beach access and a large pool for the guests of Shells. We aren't talking about blocks to reach the beach, it's right across the street, you have access to the beach by using the private walk way next to one of our homes at 1433 W. Beach Blvd! 465 ft walk to the beach!
TWO REFRIGERATORS Two? Per side? Yes two. Because you won't want to stay somewhere without an extra fridge once you have had them.
POOL Big. Private to the two sides of the duplex: no sharing with other places nearby. The pool is open all year. It's a big rectangle, 33x17x3-5'. Lounge chairs are provided around the pool.
WIFI/INTERNET YES! We have an awesome Eero mesh network to ensure excellent wifi coverage throughout this spacious home. Spotty coverage is always an issue for big places. Sure internet may work next to the router in the living room, but what about the far reaches of the home!? That's why we installed a multi-node mesh network. And what's the internet like? It is generally solid and ran > 100Mb down the last test--sufficient for several simultaneous video conference sessions for remote work and education. Internet is, of course, an amenity and subject to service provider outages (and guests "troubleshooting" it), especially with the havoc the sand and salt wreak on cabling and facilities, no more so than any other home on the beach though, and likely better since its close in and new construction!
PARKING There is available onsite , offstreet, parking for at least 6 midsize vehicles if you use space under the home and stack well. In duplex units, please be neighborly about this.
SOAPS, TOWELS, COFFEE, GRILLS ETC ETC As with most beach homes in the area, the local mgt co provide what they call a "starter supply" of soaps, toilet paper, and paper towels, etc. Enough for the first night to get you going! Please plan to bring or purchase additional supplies, and any cleaning or pantry supplies you may need, or to make a quick run to the store (or have it delivered!). You will want to bring beach towels or beach chairs as well. Because mgt cos will not generally support them, grills are not provided, though they are sometimes inherited from prior guests: your mileage may vary on this, and we usually assess and then go snag a small charcoal kettle when we come down ourselves. Also of note: at many locations, you may find the bunk beds (and certain other beds) are not fully made--instead a bedding pack is provided. This is a common practice for the local management companies, which is both green (if the bedding is not used, it doesn't have to be laundered) AND more sanitary--housekeeping does not have to crawl on the bunks and so on to make the beds. Also also... all our homes have both drip coffee makers and Keurigs as well.
PETS We do consider well-behaved canine furry friends at many locations. This requires owner pre-approval, and is subject to a pet fee (currently $250 per pet). Approval in a duplex location, especially for peak weeks, generally is only available for guests renting both sides of the duplex. Please inquire.
No smoking please, but feel free to eat lots of shrimp, bask in the warm sun, and have a great time!
That's it! We think you'll have a great stay in our home. Reach out and let us know how we can help!
SNOWBIRDS! Up to 2/3rds off for off-season stays of 28 days or longer. Inquire.
Shells East https://www.vrbo.com/3515612 6BR Shells West https://vrbo.com/1978023 6BR
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 7 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 6 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.
Property manager
Rick Goldsworthy
Languages
English
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Shells, East. 6BR beachview. Big pool. Large balconies! Great deal. Nice! Sleeps 20.
Shells, East. 6BR beachview. Big pool. Large balconies! Great deal. Nice! Sleeps 20.
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
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
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
318290
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Gulf Shores, a short 4-minute walk from Gulf Shores Beach and also 12 minutes on foot from West Beach. You'll also find Gulf State Park and Orange Beach Beaches within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home next 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; however, the accommodation features a private pool.
Is Shells, West. 6BR beachview. Big pool. Large balconies! Great deal. Nice! Slps 20. good for couples?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a private pool and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring beach views.
Does Shells, West. 6BR beachview. Big pool. Large balconies! Great deal. Nice! Slps 20. have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide 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.
Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies at Shells, West. 6BR beachview. Big pool. Large balconies! Great deal. Nice! Slps 20.?
Yes, every accommodation at Shells, West. 6BR beachview. Big pool. Large balconies! Great deal. Nice! Slps 20. comes with a balcony with some featuring beach views.
Shells, West. 6BR beachview. Big pool. Large balconies! Great deal. Nice! Slps 20. Reviews
Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 60 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 60 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Josh W.
Mar 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break Trip
Great location. Easy access to the beach. We would definitely stay again.
Josh W.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
steve p.
Mar 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach house!
The view was amazing, great location and tons of things to do. Its very nice that every bedroom has there own bathroom. When you need something for the house, they were quick to respond. The beach was very clean and a great place for kids to have fun and collect sea shells. We will definitely be back!
steve p.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris S.
Dec 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location and property
Easy beach access, comfortable property, great for families.
Chris S.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sharon S.
Sep 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation 2024
We came down as a family of 17, 10 adults and 7 grand children, ages three and under. Even though the weather did not cooperate with our plans, we had a great time just spending time with the family and going to a few of the local gift shops and restaurants was fun for everyone. The home was clean, and the owners replied to any concerns we had, which really wasn’t any thing major. The beds were comfortable! The location to the beach was just across the street. We will consider this home again in a couple years when the grandkids get a little older.
Sharon S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joel L.
Jul 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Getaway
What an amazing place! We wondered if it would be a hindrance booking a place that wasn’t on the beach. IT WASN’T! It was only a short 100 yard walk to the beach! The house was clean and beautiful, our family of 15 had no trouble at all fitting enjoyed many family dinners. The pool was perfect and was plenty big enough to not only accommodate our family but the neighbors family as well. The hosts were fantastic and we will definitely be renting here again FIVE STARS!!!
Joel L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
debbie k.
Feb 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
vacation
Great place
debbie k.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cindy P.
Dec 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Cindy P
There was plenty of room to move around. We loved having two refrigerators to help with a big Thanksgiving dinner, and truly enjoyed our stay and the view
Cindy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Allison H.
Oct 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great for large families!
We have a large family and had plenty of room for everyone. We enjoyed the pool and the large decks. It was very easy to access the beach. There were grills left by previous renters so we took advantage!
Allison H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tracey B.
Oct 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Weekend
We rented the house for our family and friends that were coming to our wedding. The house was everything we could ask for, plenty of room for 17 Adults and an infant. We definitely recommend and stay again with a large group.
Tracey B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lori W.
Aug 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family beach vacation
Shells West was a great choice for our family vacation. Communication prior to and after our stay was excellent. Check in was super easy and everything was just as described. Plenty of seating around the pool and on the decks. Several tables under the house allowed us to enjoy our meals outside and in the shade. There are 3 levels of living space, so lots of steps - but this gave us plenty of room to spread out. The beach is right across the street and gorgeous! Overall, an excellent experience!
Lori W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Theresa M., Saint Peters, Mo
Aug 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic week at Shells West
Our extended family of 50 stayed at three Bahama Beach homes August 5-12. Our family unit stayed at Shells West and another family stayed in Shells East so the pool was shared by only family members which was fantastic! We had an ocean view home, with a quick walk across West Beach Blvd to the sand and water.
The house setup was perfect for a large family group. We had six bedrooms, each bedroom had a ceiling fan and its own full bathroom. There were two refrigerators and two living areas which I think is essential to accommodate a group of 20.
Our host, Rick and Susan Goldworthy, were great commmunicators, which made the process of checking in very easy. We had a few minor housekeeping issues but Hayleigh, the property manager was very helpful, quick to respond to any concerns.
Thank you for a great week with our family!
Theresa M.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brenda B.
Aug 5, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Our biennial family vacation - 14 of us
Wonderful accommodations for our large family of 7 adults and 7 children.
The kitchen had everything we needed, and there were plenty of bathrooms for everyone.
The washer was not working on the first day, and was replaced the next day! You can’t get any better service than that!
Beach access across the street was perfect - I wouldn’t want to walk further in the hot sun of August. The pool was a great reprieve from the sand and crashing waves at the beach.
First time in Gulf Shores, for all of us, and our wonderful accommodations made it one of our best vacations yet.
Brenda B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
mandy P.
Jul 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
50th anniversary gathering
My family stayed at Shells West for my parents 50th wedding anniversary and it was perfect! Very short walk to the beach and plenty of bathrooms for 20. Would highly recommend.
mandy P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
yessica r.
Jul 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
robertson
it was great! big and nice location!
yessica r.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Pat B.
Jun 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect House for a Family
Our stay was so enjoyable. We had a few technical problems our first day because of the storms but the management team responded and repaired very quickly. Very impressed. Great house for a family and great location.
Pat B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Vicki D.
Jun 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacay
Really enjoyed our stay in your home. All rooms were great and it was so nice to have bathrooms for each bedroom. Such a plus you don’t see in most homes. Access to the beach is right across the street. Having a pool was also great for the family to relax after a day at the beach. The mattress in the main floor King bedroom is wonderful. I slept so great each night, even reached out to the owners to find out what kind it is so I can buy one for home. The owners are so attentive to any questions or needs you have, I texted them a couple of times during our stay with questions and they got right back with me. Great stay!!!!
Vicki D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marcie S.
Apr 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break 2023 Visit
We had a group of 10 (4 moms, 6 boys) for our spring break trip. The house is HUGE! We were pleasantly surprised that there is actually a bathroom in the 3rd floor bunk room. I was not expecting that from the pictures and the virtual tour on VRBO. So, the house is actually 6 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms. The location is fantastic. It's an easy walk over to the beach. We did have some issues while we were there. When we first arrived, we couldn't find any sheets for the pull out beds. After looking all through the house, I texted the owner and in less than an hour, the cleaning crew manager delivered some sheets to us. We also discovered that the garbage disposal was leaking and that the shower in the double queen bathroom was leaking and dripping water down onto the kitchen counter. I notified the owner and he said that he would let his maintenance folks know. Nobody came by during our stay to address the leaks, but it wasn't a big inconvenience for us. We just had our boys shower in different bathrooms and we just washed dishes on the other side of the sink. There was a construction crew that arrived on Thursday and started working on the other side of the house. It was a little noisy, but not a big deal. I left some clothing in my bedroom when we left and the owner was kind enough to have someone retrieve it and send it back to me quickly. Overall, the house is very nice. We had a nice stay and we would rent it again for a future stay in Gulf Shores.
Marcie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jill M.
Mar 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
Loved loved loved this house! It was huge, all the girls and me and the other mom had plenty of room. Shells west was a great place to stay for the week! Our group was super happy with it!
Jill M.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
Sandra Z.
Dec 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Good but
It is definitely old and in need of some remodeling. Ran out of kitchen trash bags 😞The pot is missing from the crockpot and you have to walk down the street to get to the beach. Three flights of stairs so not ADA
Other than that it’s very spacious and short drive to a lot of wonderful things to do. Local management checked in and we’re very friendly and the price is fantastic
Sandra Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
alyssa M.
Oct 10, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
More than what we expected!
So first I want to say that I gave 3 stars for “accuracy of online listing” only because the pictures did not do this place justice. I think they are a bit out date. The house was beautiful! It fit my party of 25 comfortably (we rented both sides of this duplex. We were here for a wedding weekend. Everyone was able to bunk up and have their own or shared bed. Each room had its own bathroom. Everything was clean and maintenance was already in changing out batteries in some of the smoke detectors. We had our own beach access right across the street, which we used as the entrance to our isle for the wedding ceremony. Kitchens were stocked with everything we needed. Property manager was quick to respond to questions we had about the area, they even sent text updates about beach weather and easy directions about check in/out. The only downside was the many flights of stairs, but that’s too be expected for a sizable home. Overall we enjoyed staying here and would 100% recommend any family to stay. Any wait to come back!
alyssa M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mackenzie L.
Sep 1, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Cold AC and a few steps to the beach!
We had the time of our lives at this HUGE beach house! It’s located right across the street from the beach with easy access. We were a group of 12 and each had our own room and bathroom. The AC is FREEZING! (But we like it like that!) My fiancé and I stayed at the very top room and thought we would be hot up there but I had to sleep with socks on every night! Plenty of fridge space with both fridges, very homey and comfy place to make your home for a week/weekend. The pool in the back was an amazing way to wind down from the beach. The hosts are very responsive & very kind and willing to help with anything that may come up! Even the cleaning lady was super sweet. We are hoping to be back in the future! We didn’t want to leave!!! Thanks Rick!!
Mackenzie L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
nikki b.
Aug 19, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!!!
Great location!!! Quiet area away from town but close enough for a short drive. Short walk across the street to the beach! A beach wagon to haul your stuff would definitely be beneficial if staying here. The kids loved the pool for our non-beach days. It’s not a luxurious condo but my family really doesn’t need that. It does need a few cosmetic updates. Some of the patio chairs need to be replaced. I’ve emailed them to let them know of these issues. We had 20 people staying and everyone had a place to sleep with plenty of bathrooms. I would recommend the owners get curtains as being woken up at sunrise every day was a little annoying. I understand wanting to see the view and letting in sun light but I do like to sleep in a little while on vacation. We booked our vacation in February for August and the rental company and owners both kept in touch with me through those months leading up to our vacation. They answered all my questions even before I had a chance to ask them. The check-in/check-out process was a breeze!!!! I would definitely rent from both the owner and rental company again.
nikki b.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Linda B.
Aug 8, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
A great property! Great management company, took care of missing kitchen items promptly. Beautiful pool. Lots of stairs, hard on older knees though.
Linda B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Blake B.
Aug 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
First full family vacation
Great time and excellent location. Plenty of beds for the 8-11 yr olds to swap “several” times during the week. We all went from beach to pool every day. Store is close enough to combined morning walk with getting mimosas supplies. The house is on the quite end of the strip and only 5 min from the “hangout”. We will be coming back.