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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101710 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪24 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 sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fort Morgan - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 23 min drive - 23.2 miles
  • The Wharf - 26 min drive - 26.7 miles
  • Tropic Falls at OWA - 32 min drive - 33.1 miles

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coast @ The Beach Club - ‬10 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.

Updated - Pools, tennis, beach!

Welcome to "Beach Retreat" – Your Gulf Coast Getaway!

Book your stay today and experience this beautifully updated, sophisticated cottage! Beach Retreat is a stunning 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home nestled in the charming beachfront community of Heritage Shores. Situated at the end of a quiet street with direct water views, this home offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and convenience.

With a short stroll to the beach, you'll have your toes in the soft white sand in no time! Plus, enjoy two outdoor swimming pools, a covered picnic pavilion, and a tennis court just steps away.

Uniquely located between the Gulf of Mexico and Mobile Bay, Beach Retreat offers breathtaking views of both!

The Space – Comfortable, Spacious & Stylish
This thoughtfully designed home is perfect for families, couples, and friends looking for a relaxing coastal getaway.

Gourmet Kitchen & Dining

Fully equipped kitchen with new quartz countertops & stainless-steel appliances
Ample counter space for meal prep
Oversized dining table seats 10 – perfect for family dinners & game nights!
Cozy & Inviting Living Room

Plush, comfortable seating
Large smart TV for movies & entertainment
Ideal space for relaxing after a fun-filled beach day
Three Spacious Bedrooms – Each with a Private En Suite Bath!
King Bedroom – Private bath, luxurious bedding
King Bedroom – Private bath, spacious layout
Queen Bedroom – Private bath, cozy & stylish
Bonus Sleeping Space – Two queen sleeper sofas for extra guests

Pro Tip: All three bedrooms feature upgraded en suite bathrooms for added privacy and convenience!

Outdoor Oasis

Spacious deck with Adirondack chairs – Perfect for morning coffee & evening cocktails
Stunning views of the Gulf & Mobile Bay
Short walk to the beach for a day of sun & surf!
Amenities & Perks
Beach Access Just Steps Away
Two Community Swimming Pools
Tennis Courts & Picnic Pavilion
High-Speed WiFi & Smart TVs
Washer & Dryer – Pack light & stay fresh!
Snowbirds Welcome! Ask about our off-season pricing.

Location – Discover Fort Morgan & Heritage Shores
Heritage Shores is a quiet, well-maintained beachfront community offering peaceful surroundings and easy access to local attractions.

Outdoor Activities & Attractions
Fort Morgan Fishing Pier – Now open! Fish for local inshore species.
Bon Secour Wildlife Refuge – Explore over 7,000 acres of hiking trails & coastal habitat.
Kayaking & Paddleboarding – Enjoy calm waters perfect for exploring.
Scenic Drive to Gulf Shores – Just 20 miles away for dining, shopping & attractions.
Dining & Essentials Nearby
Dollar General & Sassy Bass Market – Just a few miles away for groceries & essentials.
Local Restaurants – Try Tacky Jack’s, Sassy Bass, Coast, and the brand-new Jesse’s!
Live Music & Entertainment – Enjoy local performances at select venues.
Important Rental Information
Minimum Rental Age: 25+ (Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.)
No pets & no smoking.
Self-check-in available for a seamless arrival.
Book your stay at Beach Retreat today and experience the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure on the beautiful Gulf Coast!


***This home is currently listed for sale.***
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

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
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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)

General

  • Unit size: 1,710 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

  • 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
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 smoke detector.

Property is also known as

2864-247764

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do 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 Updated - Pools, tennis, beach!?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

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 do couples enjoy most about Updated - Pools, tennis, beach!?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, a beach view in some house, as well as tennis.

Are there hot tubs at Updated - Pools, tennis, beach!?

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

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Updated - Pools, tennis, beach!?

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 Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards), which is 19.9 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport), which is around 28.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Updated - Pools, tennis, beach!?

Yes, every house at Updated - Pools, tennis, beach! comes with a balcony and some offer beach views.

Updated - Pools, tennis, beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Perfect, Beautiful Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house is located in a perfect location. Not far from the pool and a short distance to the beach. Also the house is updated and nice.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at this place. Short walk to the beach which was a huge plus and convenient. The house was very clean and had all the necessities we needed. Management responded very quickly to any question we had during trip. Would definitely book this place again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Regan H.

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

Excellent experience

Awesome place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda N.

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

Awesome stay!

Our stay was great! The property manager was easy to work with and we were able to check in early which was nice. We didn’t have any issues with the property, it looked like it was recently renovated so the house itself was clean and well maintained. Just minutes to the beach by foot and great view of the sunrise each morning. We had a blast staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Henrik N.

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

Spring break

Had a wonderful time at Beach Retreat.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynsi B.

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

Great accomodations!

Property manager was wonderful to communicate with. Very clean and loved the ensuites! So handy!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Overall the property was great and we enjoyed our stay. The communication and service was amazing. We had some needs at the property and they were there to help quickly! Will likely stay again when in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

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

May 2024

Clean house 2 minute walk to beach and nice to be close to pools.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon P.

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

Great location! Would stay again!

Location was amazing in Fort Morgan. Had beach view from front porch and bay view from back porch. House was just as listed. Neighborhood was safe for kids to ride bikes around. 2 pools, tennis courts, and a pool house with ping pong and pool table. Looking forward to going back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

al p.

good

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: everything was great, except the internet
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Katherine O.

Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time! The house was absolutely gorgeous and was just a 2 min walk to the beach. The area where the house was located was nice and quiet, kid friendly and not far of a drive from all the restaurants and family fun parks. We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Perfect location & beautiful home

We had the best last minute vacation. The booking and management company was extremely easy to communicate with and setup our reservation. You can see the beach when you walk out the front door and the bay when you walk out the back. This community even has two nice pools with a tennis court & little game room for when you don’t wanna go to the beach. Fort Morgan has always been our favorite vacation spot bc it isn’t in the middle of town but not too far to run to stores or restaurants in the area. The house was very clean & spacious. The kitchen was stocked with all the cooking and eating utensils needed. All of the rooms were spacious with their own bathrooms & most importantly the MOST comfortable beds with plenty of pillows. We will most definitely be booking this house again for our next vacation in Fort Morgan!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

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

Great place to stay!

Beach Retreat was a wonderful place to stay. The property was very clean and well-stocked, including a very large crockpot in the kitchen and a blow dryer in the master bath. We only had one set of sheets for the pull out couches, and the property manager Alison responded quickly and solved the problem within the hour. We always had hot water, even with all 9 of us showering after the beach. There were a few beach toys to use, but no beach chairs. The property is about 200 yards from the beach and was an easy walk. The neighborhood was peaceful and well-kept. Our only problems: The microwave threw the breaker on our last night and wouldn’t work after that. A previous tenant dumped charcoal in the yard. We plan to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Denise M.

Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay at Beach Retreat! Short walk to the beach and pool, very spacious and comfortable. Plenty of seating in the living room with two sofa beds and a loveseat. Large table so we could all sit together. Beautiful view of the bay sunsets and a small view of the ocean from the front. Downsides were extremely firm mattresses, needed more silverware and tricky operating the dishwasher. We had problems with the breakers tripping if running the washer, dryer and other appliances at the same time. Didn’t have an iron or hair dryer so take one with you. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Eric L.

Liked: Listing accuracy

Not impressed

I have to say we have stayed in many houses over the years this was our least favorite! There was fewer dishes and food prep containers than I have ever seen at a house.We had a toilet that needed repaired and it took two trips to make a 10 minute repair and it still didn’t get fixed properly so we just lived with it . We had dirty linens on a bed and the extra linens my son used for the pullout sofa looked like they had cheetoh dust all over them. We also had some electrical breakers we had to turn on and one that tripped a few times. The under house area was not great. There was a rusted out old grill that was inoperable along with a new one that was junk. The shower under the house had a broken off handle. There was old paint cans piled in the corner along with an old refrigerator just sitting under there that we watched a RAT crawl in and out of multiple times. There were lots of rats running around the street . This brings me to the subdivision itself. We have stayed here multiple times however the street lights aren’t all working properly and there was no security guard that we saw. Unfortunately we had a breakin in our vehicles along with the neighbors. For what the house cost over 5 k the peak week we were there . I understand things happen but starting out with a Clean home and junk free would be nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean, rooms were fabulous and bathrooms very nice. Kitchen was perfect space for our family. Loved the beach view out front and the bay on the back deck.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shirley K.

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

Kulp vacay!!

Awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Crystal T.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

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