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Short Walk to Beach with A Bay View in Heritage Shores, 3/2

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪80 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

Located within a 5-minute walk of Fort Morgan Beach, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Fort Morgan - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Gulf State Park - 21 min drive - 22.3 miles
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 23 min drive - 23.7 miles
  • The Park at OWA - 33 min drive - 33.6 miles

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Bar @ The Beach Club - ‬9 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.

Short Walk to Beach with A Bay View in Heritage Shores, 3/2

"Keys to the Beach" is a beautifully decorated, comfortable 3/2 raised beach house with a fully loaded kitchen, 5 TV's, cable, internet in the wonderful 39 home beach community of Heritage Shores with 2 pools, tennis and basketball...all in a 3 minute walk to beach access to the pristine and pet friendly Ft. Morgan beach and a view of the bay from the back deck. You'll notice our extra attention to details in everything from quality linens, generous check in supplies, covered downstairs lounge area, beach supplies, abundance of kitchen utensils, paper towels, napkins and condiments and lots of personal contact from your host to provide you with everything you need to know or want to ask about the area. This is "island life" away from high rises and high density areas but with several close restaurants, convenience store shopping and still 20-25 minutes from the mainstream Gulf Shores area...perfect combination of relaxation and convenience. The master has a king bed and on suite bathroom. Other bedrooms have a king and two double beds, sharing the hall bath. All bedrooms have louvered blinds and drapes to keep out light for sleeping late! The dining room table seats 8 with room for another 3 more at the large kitchen island. Large 52" living room TV with a 42" in each bedroom. Roku TV downstairs in furnished bonus area. West facing back deck is perfect for viewing remarkable sunsets. Fort Morgan also is a favorite place for fishermen. At the end of the street in front is the glorious Gulf of Mexico with beach access slightly to the East, a very short walk even for kids! It's a great family resort area that makes people come back year after year! We fell in love with it there because it really does feel "special" to not be sardined into a high rise, wait for elevators but have a full and expansive view of the beach and the sky without interruption instead. Under the house is another seating area we call the "Mermaid Lounge", furnished and decorated, which is great for conversation while using the grill, playing corn hole or electronic darts for some good family time. There is also ping pong and air hockey as well as Roku TV. We have had nothing but compliments on the house and locations. See our Facebook page for pictures and events in the area, and a couple of reviews from 2019 are also copied below.
Our 5 star VRBO reviews speak for themselves! We work to provide you with the best and most personal feeling atmosphere for your vacation as compared to sterile and generic rental machine condos. We use our own house and know what needs to be done to keep it top notch and be on top of maintenance! I will personally be in contact with each of my guests before your arrival and available to you during your stay, and I require personal communication between us before your check in to give a you few specific instructions about the house.
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"We had a wonderful time! There were a lot of little and big touches that made it so comfortable to stay (kid level hooks, comfortable beds, generously sized TV's with popular channels). The location is perfect with easy beach access and wonderful views. It was nice and quiet sitting out back or we could sit out front and watch the kids play basketball .The outdoor shower area was great for rinsing off and the seating downstairs was a great place to dry off after a walk on the beach! The decor was beautiful and really made us feel like a welcome guest in a home vs a sterile hotel room."
Michelle from Tennessee

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"Just left this beautiful rental today. So much to do. The owner, Marcia, is also VERY helpful. We LOVED & enjoyed our stay at #keystothebeach. Hope we get to come back one day."
Tellina W. from Texas

"absolutely loved everything about it. I don’t think there’s anything I could suggest to do different. It was clean and inviting right away. We were very comfortable and will definitely rent from you again in the future!!"
Angie G. from Nashville, TN

***SECURITY CAMERA FOCUSED ON DRIVEWAY IS DOWNSTAIRS. PLEASE DO NOT MOVE IT. WE HAVE HAD SOME VANDALISM THERE IN THE PAST. YOUR SECURITY AND OURS BOTH.

***5 NIGHT MINIMUM RENTAL IN SEASON. SHORTER STAYS ARE CONSIDERED IN OFF SEASONS
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The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a phone.

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  • Washer
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Follow text instructions to house keeping.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Pets permitted with prior approval and fee. Minimum 5 days in season.
Compliance with all Heritage Shores HOA rules posted in the house. This is a family neighborhood, no college rentals. Minimum age 30. Pet fee.
Adults and Families only. Anyone renting in violation of the family/adult restrictions will be asked to leave immediately with no refunds.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Fee $150 prior approval required.

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, 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: 30

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.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Gulf Shores, just steps from Fort Morgan Beach. You'll also find Fort Morgan and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Short Walk to Beach with A Bay View in Heritage Shores, 3/2?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Short Walk to Beach with A Bay View in Heritage Shores, 3/2?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen and a smart TV in each house, and some feature beach view.

Does Short Walk to Beach with A Bay View in Heritage Shores, 3/2 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.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does Short Walk to Beach with A Bay View in Heritage Shores, 3/2 have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport), which is about 28.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Short Walk to Beach with A Bay View in Heritage Shores, 3/2?

Yes, every house at Short Walk to Beach with A Bay View in Heritage Shores, 3/2 comes with a balcony and some offer beach views.

Short Walk to Beach with A Bay View in Heritage Shores, 3/2 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love all the extras that the host provides. The pool and beach are a short walk.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor P.

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

Perfect spot

My family enjoyed our time here. Perfect location and had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

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

Clean and updated beach house

Stayed here with my family and loved it! One of the best places we've stayed at in Fort Morgan!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenda T.

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

Excellent place to stay!

Beautiful home! The Kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. Quiet neighborhood. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

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

Great Family Beach House

We came with our adult children and their partners for their graduation gift. The house had all the amenities needed. Host was very responsive and we would choose this property to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

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

Wonderful trip!

Great location and communication with owner was excellent!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

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

Great location!

This house was the perfect size for our family vacation, located in a nice quiet neighborhood. The community pools and tennis courts are across the street and public beach access is a short walk.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethan C.

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

Thanksgiving Getaway

Had a great time. Weather was nice and the house was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

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

Beach

We had a wonderful time and look forward to returning soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Great quiet location

Excellent
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi K.

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

Nice Relaxing Stay

This property was as listed and was a very comfortable stay for my family. Typically we are on the go every day during vacation, but we just kicked back and relaxed this time which was great. The house provided all of the needed amenities (including spices which was nice) and the proximity to the beach and the pool was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesly M.

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

Perfect place!

We loved our stay at Keys to The Beach! The house was very well kept and clean and had plenty of room for us! The kids had plenty of entertainment and the neighborhood was quiet, and safe. The owners of the house were very responsive and friendly and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

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

Great Family Getaway

The house and the amenities are great. The host did everything to make us feel welcome and to give us the best possible time at the house. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann & Mike S.

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

Keys to the Beach

Absolutely a wonderful experience all the way around! Great house, great location, great communication with owner! Thanks for an awesome relaxing vacation!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia W.

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

October Vacation

The house was so nice. Loved all the games and seating under the house. This was perfect for the rainy days. Highly recommend this home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

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

Ft Morgan family trip

Great location if you want to be in a neighborhood with amenities out on Fr Morgan. Owner was very responsive and the house was much more modern than others we looked at in the compound.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Beach Getaway!

The house was great! Amazing location, close to the beach! The house was comfortable and had everything we needed. The hangout spot underneath the house was also great! We look forward to coming back again!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob F.

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

Amazing Vacation!

Everything about Keys to the Beach is perfect! Much bigger living area than expected also! The outdoor living area was great for evening entertainment as well. Will definitely consider renting again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful Property

This is our second time at this property. What a GEM!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

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

Really comfortable house

This place was great! It was a 5 minute walk to the MOST beautiful beach. The house includes a lot of thoughtful details (throw blankets, comfortable furniture, condiments, etc.) and was a great place for our family. We used the kitchen a lot and had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Felt like home

We chose Keys to the Beach for a celebration vacation for our 30th wedding Anniversary with our closest friends. It did not disappoint! From the decor to the stocked kitchen it felt like home. The “basement” full of beach goodies and games to play gave us plenty to do. Thank you for sharing your home with us, we will surely visit again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly N.

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

A Wonderful Vacation!

Our family of 7 enjoyed our Fort Morgan- 9 day Thanksgiving vacation so, so much! The weather was mostly good and the pools, tennis courts, house and beaches were spectacular! The owners of this house were attentive, generous and incredible to work with! We are happy with our choice and will be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey J.

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

Awesome Property and Owners!!

This is a Beautiful property. Close to the beach and pool!! Everything you need in the kitchen and bathrooms. A great relaxing area under the house and a nice gas grill. This was our 2nd yr in a row renting this property and again, we were not disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L H.

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

Great vacation

House exceeded expectations with everything we needed. Kids enjoyed extras provided so we didn't have to pack beach toys, floats and chairs which was great for adults. Pools were a great plus for kids and adults. Owner was always available if we have questions. It was our best vacation in several years and plans are being made to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As summer comes to a close…….

We enjoyed a wonderful 4 night getaway at Fort Morgan. The property was just as described, very comfortable and filled with everything needed for a perfect trip. The location was ideal, just a short walk to the beach. I only gave 3 stars on cleanliness, because there were some areas that could have used a more thorough cleaning (dead bugs in the window sill, pieces of dirt on the floor). It was nothing I was unable or unwilling to take care of quickly. We will be staying at this property in the future. Thank you for being so accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025