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Interior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪76 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Highlands, this vacation home is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour Bay. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Gulf State Park - 17 min drive - 16.9 miles
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 19 min drive - 18.2 miles
  • The Park at OWA - 29 min drive - 28.1 miles

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jesse’s On The Bay - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬4 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.

Spacious private home , private pool, dogs allowed, near boat dock, restaurants

Big Blue is a spacious private home tucked away in Surfside Shores, a private beach neighborhood with trees, vegitation and sand dunes. A 5 to 10 min walk to beach access, but close enough to the shore to hear the ocean when out on either of the two large decks at the back of the house.

We are just a hop down the road to Tacky Jacks and Sassy Bass restaurants in Ft Morgan and the new Jessie's by the Bay in Gulf Shores. If you would like some exercise, take a walk directly down our beach to the Sassy Bass Island Grill at the Plantations right near the water.


Home Layout:

The first floor has a master bedroom in the front of the house and the washer dryer. The back of the house faces the gulf, and the pool. Both bedrooms in the back of the house have french door access to the large back deck. The back bedrooms are connected by a large Jack and Jill bathroom with a rainfall shower.

The second floor has a wide open floorplan with the kitchen and living room sharing the same space. In the front of the house, the second master bedroom has a large closet space. The kitchen has french door access to the large top deck for outdoor dining.

We have stocked the kitchen well with a ninja blender, toaster, a drip coffee maker, modern fridge with ice maker. Pots, pans and cooking utensils and plenty of plates and utensils.

The staircase to the crows nest is on the second floor and our young guest love this unique space with the twin bed, small foldout foam couch and writing desks. We also have guests use this area as a remote working space or creative writing space.

We use Skylink high speed satellite internet for any remote work needs.

Each bedroom and the living room have smart tv’s for streaming video, live tv or gaming.

We are just a short drive to the Ft Morgan ferry doc for day trips to Dauphin Island and Pirates Cove.

Our local area also includes:
The Wharf, Tanger Outlet shopping
Gulf State Park Fishing Pier
Gulf Shores State Park Biking Trails
Fort Morgan fort
Golf Courses
Waterville USA Waterpark, Roller Coasters and Entertainment village
Several Mini Golf, Go Kart and Arcades
Deep Sea Fishing tours, boat rental, dolphin tours.

This home is rented directly by the owners. We are house proud and hope you have a wonderful visit to our home and area.
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 private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,400 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

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
Contactless check-out available

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
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Between Memorial Day and Labor Day (summer season) we only have check in on Saturday and check out on Saturday. There is a seven day minimum
We do not permit subletting of the house.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs permitted

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Gulf Highlands within a short 7-minute walk of Fort Morgan Beach and also 13 minutes on foot from Bon Secour Bay. You'll also find Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Kiva Dunes Golf Course within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Spacious private home , private pool, dogs allowed, near boat dock, restaurants?

Yes, there is a garage. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is this vacation home associated with 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 Spacious private home , private pool, dogs allowed, near boat dock, restaurants?

This waterfront vacation home offers many amenities for couples such as a private pool, a private pool in some house, as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Spacious private home , private pool, dogs allowed, near boat dock, restaurants have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer 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 Spacious private home , private pool, dogs allowed, near boat dock, restaurants have connecting rooms available?

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

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport), which is about 29.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Spacious private home , private pool, dogs allowed, near boat dock, restaurants?

Yes, every house at Spacious private home , private pool, dogs allowed, near boat dock, restaurants comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.

Spacious private home , private pool, dogs allowed, near boat dock, restaurants Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 79 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg N.

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

Must Stay Property

We had such a great time! It was a great location and the beach was beautiful! We’ll plan to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ann s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay at this house. It was very clean. Our hostess was very accommodating, friendly, helpful, and responsive. It was a lovely location. I loved our private pool. The beach was beautiful. And I love that it is not so crowded. Our family had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brad M.

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

Vacation time

Very nice place had a great time,relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

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

Great family vacation

6 adults and 3 children 10 and under. Private pool which the grandkids loved! Only issue was there was no parking at the beach for vehicles-just golf carts. Plenty of space for all!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Great Place

Beautiful home with a lot of space!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lori W.

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

Family Vacation

We stayed for 7 nights. It is a beautiful home and it met our expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter N.

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

Great spot

Cool place, great location, comfy beds, great showers. All around a great stay. Thanks Elisa.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

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

Great stay for annual couples trip

We had an awesome time at the beach with friends staying here! So much space on all floors and great location to the beach with just a little bit of a neighborhood walk to get to the access point. Really enjoyed how private the beach was and quiet the neighborhood was as well. Highly recommend and would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicki D.

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

Great House!

Our entire family enjoyed this house. Plenty of space and bathrooms for our group of 8. Pool was very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Weekend getaway

This is a great house with everything we needed for a quick weekend getaway from New Orleans. Really close to the beach and two big balconies to relax on after a day at the beach. We had a wonderful couple days here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

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

Nice House, Great Vacation

The house was very clean, beds and bedding were comfortable. Kitchen was nicely stocked with cookware and utensils. The location was perfect. We loved the quiet neighborhood and private beach. We all had a blast in the pool. You should definitely rent the golf cart. While it is technically within walking distance, the golf cart is very handy when hot, sweaty and tired after a day at the beach lugging all your bags. We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lisa g.

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

Big blue sea

The house was very nice, had a great trip, would rent this home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

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

Relaxing Escape at the Surfside

Couldn't have asked for a better place. A great way to unwind for a week!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

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

Wonderful!!!

Had a wonderful time, and appreciate onsite managers, Lisa and Jays help. House and pool were great, and glad we got the golf cart. Not far to the beach, but made it so much easier. Adding to our vacation spots to return to. Only drawback were the jellyfish, but that's nature for ya!!! Thanks Elisa!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carman G.

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

Wonderful House

This is a great vacation rental with modern furnishings! Loved everything about the home and we look forward to renting again. Enjoyed having morning coffee and reading on the decks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Pretty House

If you’re going to be rained in by a hurricane for most of your vacation, this house is a good one to stay in. All kidding aside, the house was clean and beautiful. The pool was nice and I didn’t find the walk to the beach to be too daunting. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

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

Twice as nice...

Second time we have stayed at this property, and it was just as nice as we remembered. Great communication with the host. The only issue we had was with the coffee maker, and it was fixed immediately. We will be back, and would highly recommend. We have a family of 5, and 2 dogs, and we had more than enough room. Thanks for another great family vacation in Fort Morgan!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

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

Restful week!

Great location and beautiful property! Plenty of room and well appointed. Great communication with owner Elisa and local property manager Lisa who was readily available for anything. The pool was a perfect perk and of course we love all the little local spots Fort Morgan has to offer! Thanks for a great Labor Day week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All was good except the downstairs bedroom at the front of the house there was something on the sheets that was biting my son and his wife but stopped once they washed them before the second night
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie W.

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

Great vacation home

Big Blue Sea was a wonderful vacation home. We enjoyed our stay. The home was beautiful; kitchen well equipped for cooking meals; bedrooms and beds were comfortable; everything was clean; and the family areas of the home provided spaces for connecting with one another (pool area was great & living room had games). The host was quick to communicate and helpful! Overall, a nice home for a beach getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Amber M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Super Location!

Best neighborhood to stay in Ft Morgan!!! House is within walking distance to beacb access, however a cart rental makes it more bearable!! We had a few minor hiccups upon arrival, but quick communication with owner/property manager corrected those.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clay M.

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

Never disappoints

Another great week at Big Blue the whole family had a blast the beach the pool the on site manager Lisa was fantastic Big Blue check all the boxes From the little kids to the sixty year old kid we all enjoyed our stay and will be back next year
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

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

Summer Trip

The house was exactly as pictured and we couldn’t have had a better experience. Elisa was responsive and helpful. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David l.

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

Absolutely amazing!!!!!

This was our first time in Alabama Gulf Shores and we absolutely loved it. This house is incredible. Very modern and clean. We will definitely be booking this house again. Elisa was great to work with, check in was a breeze.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carman G.

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

Perfect Rental

This was our second time renting this property. Once again it exceeded our vacation expectations. The property is always clean and the check in is a breeze. We can’t wait for round three with this property on our next beach getaway. You can’t go wrong with this rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

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