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A beach with a sand sculpture of the word "KAISER" and "VACATIONRENTALS" in the sand.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, and a built-in dishwasher.
A covered balcony with a white table and blue chairs, overlooking a row of white buildings with windows.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island with bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and a view of greenery outside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Lagoon
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

This vacation home places you next to Gulf Shores Beach and within a few miles (5 km) of other popular attractions like Orange Beach Beaches. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Little Lagoon - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hangout Music Fest - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Waterville USA - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Gulf State Park Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬3 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.

The Hive a one-minute walk to the beach! Two community pools & nearby Lagoon access

Welcome to The Hive, a charming Gulf Shores vacation home located in the brand-new Lost Dunes Cottages community, lot H. Professionally managed by Kaiser Vacation Rentals, The Hive greets you with a tastefully themed interior design and a gift from the homeowner's personal honeybee farm.

Offering 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, this Gulf Shores vacation home comfortably sleeps up to 10 guests. The Hive's features include a fully appointed kitchen and ample dining room seating. With space for 6 at the farm-style table as well as 4 more seats at the bar, there is plenty of room for the entire family to gather for a home-cooked meal. Plus, family time is top of mind with a variety of seating options in the living room and on each of the 3 exterior decks. What's more, on top of being conveniently nestled between the beach and the lagoon, Lost Dunes Cottages offers 2 community swimming pools (one of them is heated March-May) and a hot tub. With 4 different options for spending time in the water, The Hive is the perfect location for enjoying everything Gulf Shores has to offer.

Upon entry to the main floor of The Hive, guests are greeted by an open-concept kitchen, dining room, and living room overlooking a large deck on one side and a smaller deck with a picnic table on the other. The main floor also offers a spacious queen bedroom and an en suite bathroom that can also be accessed from the hallway. Upstairs, guests will find a bedroom with 2 double beds and an en suite bathroom as well as 2 other large king suites. Additionally, the top floor offers another oversized deck that can be accessed from the hallway or one of the king suites and a laundry room. In the 4-car carport, guests will find a room filled with various beach toys and chairs, a beach wagon, an outdoor shower, and a gas grill. Beyond the family-friendly floor plan, this Gulf Shores vacation home offers comfortable indoor and outdoor seating for the entire family, plus generous flat-screen TVs in the living area and in every bedroom.

Guests under 25 must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 25 for the duration of their stay. Pets are unfortunately not welcome at this property. Smoking is strictly forbidden. Winter monthly rates are available. Kaiser Vacation Rentals practices †Enhanced Cleaning protocol which includes a complete linen turn-over after every guest. The Hive is best booked directly through the Kaiser Vacation Rentals website. This home can comfortably accommodate up to four vehicles in the carport.

Surveillance Notice
For guest safety and property protection, this home has exterior security cameras monitoring entry points. No cameras are inside the home. Your comfort and privacy are important to us!

With easy access to The Gulf of Mexico and Little Lagoon as well as thoughtfully appointed interior features and amenities, look no further than The Hive for your next Gulf Shores vacation. Book today!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,200 square feet

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 doesn't allow pets

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 and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

1029628

Frequently asked questions

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

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

Is parking available on site at The Hive a one-minute walk to the beach! Two community pools & nearby Lagoon access?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home next 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 a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Hive a one-minute walk to the beach! Two community pools & nearby Lagoon access?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a hot tub.

Are there hot tubs at The Hive a one-minute walk to the beach! Two community pools & nearby Lagoon access?

No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool 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 free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at The Hive a one-minute walk to the beach! Two community pools & nearby Lagoon access?

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

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards), which is 4.5 mi away (8 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Hive a one-minute walk to the beach! Two community pools & nearby Lagoon access?

Yes, every house at The Hive a one-minute walk to the beach! Two community pools & nearby Lagoon access comes with a balcony and some offer water views.

The Hive a one-minute walk to the beach! Two community pools & nearby Lagoon access Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny Lee C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect and as described!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trish S.

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

Very cozy, homelike atmosphere!! Short walk to the beach and having the boardwalk was great!!

The communication with the host was great!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arthur D.

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

As advertised

Clean and Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kem M.

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

FAMILY VACATION

we were very pleased the the property, very well stocked, very clean. The local contact was very helpful with the few question we had. would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Hive was clean, decorated to the tee, just beautiful. We had everything needed to have an amazing vacation. It was very close to the beach, the lagoon, and many restaurants. We have runners in our family, it was perfect for that as well. Can’t leave out the host staff who was so friendly and helpful. Highly recommend, would love to visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

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

Perfect

So clean, great location, beautiful decor, easy check in/check out, friendly and helpful hosts. So much fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yvonne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was wonderful. It was clean and very comfortable for our family. Thr kitchen was well stocke. It was short walk to the beach and the beach wagon. Chairs, and the toys were a great addition. And the honey was a sweet delicious treat.The pool and hot tub were at best lukewarm. But was told they are going to be making improvements to the system. Over all it was a great place to stay and will stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

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

Beautiful house

Property was very nice, had a ton of immeniyies, like games, a wagon and beach chairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

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

Perfect Girls Trip

We absolutely loved staying here for annual mother/daughter trip. Each mom/ daughter had their own room and bathroom. We highly recommend it. It is a short walk to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Amazing stay! Highly recommend!

Great location, very well kept property! We had an amazing week in gulf shores. The Hive has an easy, close access to the beach, pool and hot tub steps from home. Bedrooms and bathrooms- all great! Plenty of room for all of us ages 6-68. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

tracy m.

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

Visiting again

We enjoyed our stay so much in December, that we decided to visit gulf shores again in this house. We were NOT disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kelli W.

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

Great Stay at The Hive Cottage

This was our first visit to Gulf Shores, and we could not have asked for a better place to spend our vacation than at The Hive. The location was perfect, with easy access to the beach and pool/hot tub. The whole house was enjoyable, from the comfortable beds to being well-stocked with everything you need, even games for game night. The next time we visit Gulf Shores, we'll definitely stay at The Hive!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

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

Family Friendly

Perfect property for our family vacation - Close to the beach with pool access and had everything we could ask for. Management company very responsive and helpful. Definitely will recommend to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean and felt like a proper beach home. The location along West Beach Blvd was absolutely perfect and made for a very short walk to the beach, and quick 5 minute drives to some of the popular restaurant options. There were plenty of beach chairs and a beach wagon to help carry all of our items each day. The Hive had plenty of room to fit the 7 adults and 2 babies that we traveled with and we can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

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

The Hive

The Hive was a perfect setting for our extended family vacation in Gulf Shores! It was clean, well organized, and decorated tastefully. We only had a short walk to the beach, and one of the pools was steps away! We appreciate all the extra touches, such as chairs and floats for the beach. We wholeheartedly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maria P.

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

Perfect

Perfect location and amazing amenities. We didn’t find any sand toys for the kids so we purchased some and left for the next guests. The beach cart was so helpful!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Vicki C.

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

Beautiful Rental

This home was very nice, clean, good location and easy to find. It had everything you would need in a beach vacation, plenty of beach towels, toys, wagon to pull all the beach things including umbrellas and chairs. It is beautifully furnished with lots of items in the kitchen you would need. I can't say enough good things about it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deet

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

Amazing

We stayed 5 nights, and wish we would have booked it for longer. Our group was two families of 4. We all loved every aspect of The Hive. The house was very well appointed. It had everything we needed, including games/puzzles for the rainy times. The Kaiser property group toiletries and cleaning supplies were very appreciated. We hope we can come back some day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

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

Snow Birds New to Gulf Shores

We had a great time and the cottage was extremely nice and clean. The cottage is in a perfect location and we jotted just across the street every night to see the beautiful sunsets! The beach chairs the owners provided were a highlight as well! We didn't have to worry about making extra space in the car for the drive down. Highly recommend renting this place because we could tell the owners took lots of time and care into making the cottage a home away from home. Thanks so much, we want to come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janet H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Everything was great until…

Everything was great until the neighbors next door lit up their marijuana. That alone takes away from this being a family friendly neighborhood. Who wants to smell skunk while sitting on the patio?
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana L.

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

Fall Break Getaway!

Our stay was wonderful! I stayed with my daughter, her husband, and her two children. The beach this time of year was sunny, the water was clear, and it was very neat to see the dolphins. The Hive was in perfect proximity to the beach, and it was very nice to have a bathroom next to the beach so we didn’t have to constantly walk back and forth. The beach wagon the Guenthers provided made it so easy to carry the chairs they also provided and our beach stuff. The beds were comfortable! My granddaughter loved the books they had available, and I enjoyed them myself. The booklet they had was nice to look through and gave great recommendations on places to eat, which was nice since we are new to the Gulf Shores area. Being a brand-new unit, I could tell everything was stocked well, very clean, and well thought out. We look forward to booking our next stay soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

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

Best trip to Gulf Shores

We come to Gulf Shores every summer for a week with our friends. In 8 years, this was our first time not in a high rise condo directly on the beach. We weren’t sure if we would like it, but we loved it. Excellent access to the beach. It was so nice being able to park 3 cars under the condo and still have room for all our wagons and beach gear. We loved the outdoor shower and hose. The house is beautiful and very comfortable. We all wanted to know where the couches came from. The kitchen is fully stocked and the bedrooms are very spacious. Definitely a wonderful place to stay with multiple families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danny B.

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

Winter Getaway

Our stay was great! Even though the weather was a little cold, the cards and poker set and other games were great to have something indoors to do. The beds were very comfortable, and I loved being able to sit on the deck and drink my coffee in the mornings. The proximity to the beach was perfect. We also loved the proximity to all the restaurants and activities we wanted to go to. We will definitely visit The Hive again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tami H.

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

AMAZING luxurious beach retreat

Our family recently enjoyed an after-Thanksgiving gathering at The Hive in beautiful Gulf Shores, AL. There were eight (all adults) in our group, and the unit had plenty of room and privacy for everyone. We had an amazing and relaxed time! All four bedrooms (three upstairs, one downstairs) boasted tasteful decor, super comfortable beds/bedding, large flat-screened TVs, and closet and drawer storage. Each bedroom had an adjoining private bath with sparkling clean surfaces, upgraded fixtures, a hairdryer, and fluffy towels. We never felt crowded in the spacious, open-concept kitchen/living/dining area. Large, comfortable sofas and chairs accommodated everyone as we watched conference football games broadcast on the oversized flat-screen TV. Like in the bedrooms, the decor is lovely, with unique wall art, beachy knick-knacks, and books—it truly feels like a home away from home! The fully-equipped kitchen offered everything we needed—a roomy frig and a large dishwasher, ample stoneware and melamine dishes, lots of silverware and cooking utensils, and enough beverage and bar glasses for everyone. There was even a Ninja blender for my son's smoothies and a De’Longhi Espresso & Coffee Machine for the coffee fanatics in our group! Heading outside, there are three roomy decks, two with just seating and one with a dining table and seating. Each is positioned for privacy from other units on the property—perfect for early-morning coffee time! We've stayed in Gulf Shores several times, but this property was the most conveniently located. We accessed the beach on the boardwalk across the street from our property, and the fishing lagoon was only a short walk away. The condo has ready-to-carry beach chairs for guests, so you don't need to bring your own. We thoroughly enjoyed our evenings under the sunset skies in the hot tub and heated pool. During the day, we caught a few rays at the regular pool that has a refreshing sun ledge for comfortable cooling. All of the pools were just steps away from our unit. Super convenient!! Overall, we felt comfortable and welcomed in The Hive and enjoyed the luxurious upgrades. We plan to rebook next year during the summer season! I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

tracy m.

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

No need to bring your own pillow

We had a great time at The Hive! We were escaping the cold of Nebraska and the trip did not disappoint. The white sand beach was gorgeous and a very short walk from the cottage. We had been in Galveston the week before and the Gulf Shores beach was so much better. My husband and I enjoy different pillows and The Hive had a variety of pillow and bed choices. We both slept well especially after a dip in the hot tub. The cottage had everything you could think you would need. The owners have done a great job making it a home away from home. We will definitely rent again and bring the family.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022