This condo places you within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. The condo includes a kitchen, a patio, and a sofa bed.
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
🏖️ Wild and free just like the sea🌴
Welcome to one of Gulf Shores' most popular and affordable rentals in a low-density complex. This newly remodeled 6th-floor unit offers a breathtaking, direct gulf-front view of the Gulf of Mexico, beautiful white sandy beaches, and easy access to shopping, movies, and other activities. The complex features a spacious swimming pool with ample lounge and patio seating. Additionally, there is a convenient elevator and luggage/valet carts for easy loading and unloading. You'll also be within walking distance of numerous restaurants, shopping malls, and a variety of recreational activities.
This two-bedroom, two-bath condo comes complete with a full kitchen and free WIFI. The master bedroom features a brand-new king-size bed, a private walk-in shower, a new flat-screen smart TV, and a DVD player. The second bedroom, located off the living room, accommodates your guests with two full-sized beds. The living area includes a sofa sleeper with a flat-screen smart TV and DVD player, providing a cozy spot to relax with a movie, a book, or even a nap. The beachfront balcony offers a patio table and chairs, allowing you to soak in the stunning views.
The Whaler boasts a prime location within a short distance of three large grocery stores, four pharmacies, an ABC store, restaurants, movie rentals, spas, and shopping. The Tanger Outlet Mall is perfect for retail therapy, featuring over 120 brand-name stores for those occasional rainy afternoons. Take a dolphin cruise from the Wharf, which also hosts regularly scheduled concerts, more shopping, and a movie theater. Perdido Pass in nearby Orange Beach offers a new area dedicated to fishermen. Marinas, glass-bottom boats, chartered deep-sea fishing, golf (both regular and miniature), the Alabama Birding Trail, amusement parks, and water theme parks are all just a short drive away.
Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway, a family retreat, or a break from the everyday hustle and bustle, you'll love the condominium at the Whaler as your next vacation destination. The aim is to make your stay comfortable, stress-free, and memorable, with no disappointments in sight.
For reservations during the Winter Season (January and February) made before October 1st, a minimum stay of 60 days (two months) is required. Reservations that don't meet these criteria are subject to cancellation by management. After October 1st, reservations for the winter months may be made for a minimum of three or seven nights, depending on unit specifications.
Additional Information: Parking passes are required and can be purchased upon arrival or by contacting the management office directly, with a maximum of two parking passes allowed per reservation, accommodating up to two cars. Linens are provided; however, guests are encouraged to bring their own beach towels. The reservation includes a "starter set" of hand soap, one roll of toilet tissue per bathroom, one trash bag per trash can, and one roll of paper towels.
Building construction will start 5/3/24 Work will be noisy at times. The pool will be CLOSED from May 6th-27th.
Guests must be at least 25 years of age or older to rent this property, and photo ID is required at check-in. Smoking is not permitted, and pets are not allowed.
Explore the possibility of monthly "Snowbird" rates available from November through February, designed to make your extended stay even more enticing. The Whaler is your gateway to a delightful beachfront experience where comfort and lasting memories await.
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and an ironing board. Limited housekeeping is available.
Property manager
Poole and Associates
Languages
English
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General
Unit size: 1,015 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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 not indicated whether 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: 3:00 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.
Property is also known as
551972
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do within easy reach of this condo?
This condo is located in Gulf Shores, just steps from Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. You'll also find Orange Beach Beaches and Gulf State Park Fishing Pier less than a mile away.
Is parking available on site at this condo?
No, there isn't parking at this condo.
Is this condo associated with a casino?
No, this condo is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this condo?
No, there is no indoor pool at this condo.
Is 🏖️ Wild and free just like the sea🌴 a good place to stay for couples?
With a stay at this beachfront condo, couples will appreciate amenities like a kitchen in each condo unit plus kitchens and ocean views in some.
Are there hot tubs at 🏖️ Wild and free just like the sea🌴?
No, this condo doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this condo include breakfast service?
No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this condo allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.
Are there connecting rooms at this condo?
No, this condo doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Can I book a room with a balcony at 🏖️ Wild and free just like the sea🌴?
Yes, every condo unit at 🏖️ Wild and free just like the sea🌴 comes with a deck with some featuring ocean views.
🏖️ Wild and free just like the sea🌴 Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 20 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 20 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 20 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 20 reviews
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7.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Jennifer F., Union
Jul 6, 2025
Summer Vacation
The location and view was wonderful. The pull out couch was unsleepable so the meant two people had to sleep on the floor. This unit definitely needs some upgrades and a new sofa. Tried using the washing machine and it’s extremely loud. The hallway toilet we had to fix twice. A piece of the fridge shelf on the door broke. All in all we had a great trip but the place needs some upgrades.
Jennifer F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Tasha M.
May 29, 2025
Love the unit… The building not so much
The unit itself was very nice. The master bedroom and bathroom were spacious and updated. The extra bedroom was a good size for a few kids to share, and the living area/kitchen was big enough to be comfortable. We cooked spaghetti once and made breakfast every day, and the kitchen was well stocked enough for us to have all we needed for those simple meals. We really enjoyed the unit. It was a good choice for our family of six… not too big but not too small. Lots of together time. That being said… Here are some reasons we give this property three stars. It’s all about the condo in general. It is very old and in need of some aesthetic and practical updates and repairs. Construction and remodeling is underway, so that’s a good thing, but we were not expecting it. That led to very loud construction noises at any point during the day. It was especially disturbing when we were wanting to enjoy our morning coffee on the balcony. (Granted, it was about 9am when they started, we just were not expecting this.)Another (and by far the biggest) inconvenience is that the elevator was broken off and on the whole time we were there. All in all, it may have been working half the time. It was broken when we got there, so we brought all our luggage up six flights of stairs. Then all the groceries for six people had to come all the way up the stairs. Then the beach gear had to go all the way down the stairs. And back up…. And then when it finally was working again it looked really sketchy.
Tasha M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
4/10 Poor
Janice J., Collinsville,Ms
Oct 16, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Last Option
I was afraid to touch anything. The shelf w mirror on the wall inside the door w hooks on it almost fell off the wall when I hung a t-shirt on it. The tv mount exstends out in a way that it looks like it's gona fall off the wall. The guest shower curtain is rusted and looks like its gona fall due to it's not even flush with the wall. The master bed is hard as a rock. Paid a cleaning fee but there were spider webs literally in the windows and ceiling. There is not a comfortable seat anywhere in the place. The couch is dirty with stains. The dining table was something I'd have outside w metal chairs. Walk outside on the balcony and look to your right and there was a man literally looking at me face to face. No privacy at all. The curtains in the living room are broken so you can't close the blinds for privacy or to block the glare while trying to watch a football game. I have pictures of everything I have mentioned in this post. I did report these same things to the Poole company on their review paper that was left at the condo. The review page from the previous guest mentioned all of these same things i have mentioned on their sheet that was left there. The Poole company people were great. I did not have to go by office for the key due to door has a key code.
I also did not like that i paid $170 more for this condo when I had a condo at Lani Kaii that was nicer and included 2 parking spaces. I will never stay at this facility again. It got us through the Shrimp Fest !
Janice J.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Melissa P.
Sep 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Nice condo everything worked like it should. Only that would of made it better is if the blinds worked in livingroom. The owners were aware of the problem and had new blinds order but hadnt came in to be replace. Enjoyed our 1st time staying there . Kings size bed was firmer than we liked but other wise a nice place to stay
Melissa P.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shantell A.
Aug 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Shantell A.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Becky S.
Aug 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Gulf shores
We’ve stayed busy since we arrived. The condo was ok. It could use some updating. And a couple of things need fixing. But we enjoyed it
Becky S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
4/10 Poor
Stacey W.
Aug 10, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
When we arrived the handle on the sliding glass door was hanging by a screw. One of the cabinet doors fell off the hinges twice during our stay. The couch and living room chairs were filthy. We had to cover the couch with a blanket to sit on it. The pool was greeen.
Stacey W.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
4/10 Poor
Lisa G.
Jul 20, 2024
Needs to upgrade
There was a few things that was broke.like the blinds and the the handle to the glass sliding door and the tub in the bathroom was not that good (old) .
Lisa G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
kim m.
May 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
Location was perfect, had all the amenities to make your stay feel like home. The ONLY negative we have is the elevator broke a couple of days during our stay and did not get repaired so we had to use the stairs and we were on the 6th floor.
kim m.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
6/10 Okay
Colleen C.
Mar 20, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed with the Condo
This is an older property, not well maintained, dirty and has an elevator that randomly works. In the 5 weeks we were there, the elevator stopped working weekly, sometimes daily. Stairwells and outside hallways need lighting that works. The unit is very dated and was not well cleaned. We washed bath mats upon arrival as they were very dirty. Wet beach toys and inflatables were thrown into guest bedroom closet rendering it useless until it was sorted out and neatly placed back in closet. Shower curtain liner was moldy along base. The couch was so soiled we covered it with a bedspread and one of the living room chairs had a broken base so it could not be used. All the above was brought to the attention of the property manager.
The location and view were great!
Colleen C.
Stayed 34 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Tom P.
Oct 4, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great views
The oondo building was a little old the condo was clean, beds were comfortable the views were great. We had a nice time..Location was great.
Tom P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie P., Wynne, AR
Sep 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for us!
This was perfect for our group of 4 friends. Some reviewers stated that it could be cleaner or needed paint, but we found it to be clean enough & it smelled clean. The cosmetic stuff doesn’t impact the comfort of the place. The beds & couch were comfy. The only complaint we had was that the dining chairs & matching bar stools seats were very small & hard. We like to play cards and dominoes in the evenings and we had to sit on pillows. The location is right in the middle of everything & the office staff checked in with us to see that everything was as it should be. The price was reasonable for retirees on a budget & we would stay there again. If you want to stay in a fancy place, then expect to pay a fancy place price.
Julie P.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Madison C.
Aug 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We all enjoyed our time and the beach was so nice.
Madison C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
4/10 Poor
Janice B., Steeleville
Aug 2, 2023
Holy cow!
Arrived on Saturday. The elevator did NOT work. Being on the 6th floor (7 flights of steps) is not acceptable. Called the management company. It was several hours before it was fixed. On Sunday, the elevator again did NOT work. Upon arrival, a kitchen cabinet was broke off, the handle to the sliding door was coming off, there was previous renters trash there. All was fixed while there, but should not have to come in like that. The furniture is very worn and dirty. I get that it's rental property, but... The location and view were great, but for the money, i believe there could be somewhere nicer.
Janice B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brooke B.
Jul 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
The Whaler 🐳
Rooms were clean. Communication was great through poole & associates.
Brooke B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Edward M.
May 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location
Good
Edward M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brenda H.
May 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
My friend and I really enjoyed our stay. Coffee on the balcony each morning overlooking the beach, and then spending most of the day on the beautiful white sand beach. Condo was roomy and clean. Everything we needed and more. Will definitely stay again.
Brenda H.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca R.
May 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
The location of this property was fantastic, right on the beach. It is a very comfortable condo with all the basic needs met.
We had one issue that was resolved immediately after reporting. Management company was fantastic to work with. We also loved that carts were provided to help bring luggage up and down. Property was nice but could use a pinch of updating in some areas. We had everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. Towels were really nice too.
We didn't realize that all the doors are to the outside of the building and the walkways are narrow so those who are afraid of heights may have issues with higher floors.
Rebecca R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jean C.
Apr 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
The Whaler
We loved staying here! Great views, condo had everything our family needed. We will definitely be back.
Jean C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
8/10 Good
JAMES B.
Mar 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
Nice location/ refrigerator did not work
Lots of dvd’s. But missing cord to hook
Up tv. Took 4 days to get one