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Southern Sands 303 ~ Right on the beach ~ Fresh Updates! Walk to dining!

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View of pool area from 303's balcony
The sliding glass doors bring the outdoors in with sun-filled skies, pool & coastline views.
Private balcony w/NEW Polywood bar height set
Private Balcony with all new Polywood furniture
Open Living/Dining Areas

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Waterville USA
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Southern Sands 303 ~ Right on the beach ~ Fresh Updates! Walk to dining!

Close to Town; Ultra Low-Density on the Beach; Only 18 Condos!.

Welcome to Southern Sands 303 in Gulf Shores! NEW CONDO UPDATES TO 303 March 2025: NEW PHOTOS posted; Both bathrooms remodeled; Master Bedroom remodeled! Living room remodeled with new solid wood plank wall. More changes coming in Spring too!!

Southern Sands is now entirely SMOKE-FREE; there is a covered, designated smoking area next to the BBQ area. No smoking allowed anywhere else, including balconies. New Wifi tap to join block when entering too!

50 Inch Ultra HD SMART Flat Screen in Living Room for NETFLIX, Amazon Prime, HULU, etc with your own account! Just installed bar height Polywood deck table and chairs with Polywood adirondack chair too!! Brand New Granite counters!

Southern Sands 303 is equipped with all the essentials of home. Enjoy the views of the gulf, beach, and private pool at this 2Br/2Ba, 3rd floor condo on scenic West Beach. Condo size is approx. 1,000 SqFt.

Low density complex - only 18 units - complex is directly on the beach, and easy walking distance to the center of town! Island Outfitters directly across the street. Ice cream/snow cone/deli store 1/2 block away!

Remodeling underway in 303, as the unit is fully tiled except soft carpet for bedrooms; wood blinds and designer fan in living room. This condo has a private balcony overlooking the beach and gulf, all appliances including flattop stainless steel range, SS dishwasher, over range microwave, recently added refrigerator and new granite counters (Aug'22). USB charging outlets in kitchen and Master Bedroom, PLUS new 'CubieBlue' USB charging clocks in both bedrooms, with Blutooth speaker unit in twin bedroom too! NEW Twin Nectar Premium Mattresses (Jul'23). Premium Nectar mattress w hybred coils in Master Bedroom too (Aug'22). New Gelfoam 4.5" Sleeper Mattress (Jul'24)

This awesome condo has a whirlpool tub in master bath, ice maker, Flat screen TVs(3), Bluray (1), DVD (2), Elevator, BBQ grilling area w/grills, full size Washer/Dryer available - credit/debit card service on each floor ($1.50/cycle). Parking Permits are $42/ea (2 MAX). Parking Permits are $52/ea(2 MAX) during Hangout Festival.

50" UHD SMART Flat Screen TV in living room w/Bluray and Blutooth tower speaker. Also, NEW 50" UHD Smart TV in Master BR with NETFLIX available (must have your own account). Blutooth Tower speaker has FM and USB charging point too! Twin BR has 50" UHD SMART TV with SMART Blu-Ray, with HDMI Games input cord ready for action! Twin have USB charging on bluetooth speaker clock, and on each headboard too! New paint and all furnishing in Twin BR (Jul'23). New 12" Premium Nectar Mattresses in Twin now too (Jul'23)!!

E-thermostat allows cooling to 70 deg - system disable w balcony door open > 5min.. Tampering with system is a guest charge.

Bedding is:
Master: Queen Nectar mattress w/50inch Smart TV & DVD
Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Premium 12" Nectar Mattresses; 50inch Smart TV & DVD
Sleeper Sofa: Queen (gel-foam mattress)

Approx Area: 1,000 Sq Ft

Gulf Shores Alabama Beach Front Vacation Rentals by Gulfsands. Please call for reservations today.

Monthly stays are from the 1st of the month to the 1st of the next month. We do not prorate our rates.

Property manager

Gulfsands Rentals
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Parking available
Ocean view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Renter/occupant min age 25 years;must stay in unit

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near theme parks and near the beach. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gulf State Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Waterville USA - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burro Azul - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Southern Sands 303 ~ Right on the beach ~ Fresh Updates! Walk to dining! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Southern Sands 303 ~ Right on the beach ~ Fresh Updates! Walk to dining! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Southern Sands 303 ~ Right on the beach ~ Fresh Updates! Walk to dining!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Southern Sands 303 ~ Right on the beach ~ Fresh Updates! Walk to dining! located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cody B.

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

Loved the condo

Location of this condo was perfect, great setup on the inside and the hosting company was great to work with!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sarah s.

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

Great location

We have stayed in this complex many times and our second time here. Great location and pool. Only thing I would like to see is more cooking supplies in the kitchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

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

Quaint & clean

This is the second visit to this property for us & it is a great location & just what we need for a quick weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke L.

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

Family Vacation

Place was clean and smelled fresh upon arrival. Rooms were spacious and well equipped. Only complain is I wish there was a boardwalk leading to the beach and it would be perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jay P.

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

Beautiful location

My family enjoyed the property, beautiful view from the balcony and quick beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle V.

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

Spring break

Was a great family break from the hustle and bustle of life at home and a much needed family time
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

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

Amazing stay

Absolutely loved the property and the area. Easy access to the beach and all the local shops. Room was beautiful, everything me and my three kids could of asked for. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim J.

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

Great location

Small but comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

doris d.

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

Get away

Had a great time with friends
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

BandC C.

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

Great location and perfect for a getaway

Close to all the hot spots. Love our view of the ocean. Great size condo for our family of four. Clean place with everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua V.

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

Nice property. Great location.

We stayed three days and nights at this property. It was a great stay. The property was clean and roomy. The view from the balcony was good. The location was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Evan T.

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

Great location for family fun.

The condo was quaint and clean. The location was great. So close to the Hangout. We could walk around and enjoy local eateries like the Beli and shop for souvenirs. The beach was Beautiful and clean. Our family enjoyed our time in Gulf Shores.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abigail R.

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

Family vacation

Everything was as listed in the description. We enjoyed the views, the easy walks to the beach and surrounding locations. Overall great experience with our condo! Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Cassie B.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Great location! Walking distance to restaurants and shops. I liked the smaller property. Our unit could have used some updating but was A great size for a family of 4. Beach access was close to the chair rental and parasailing place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yolonda D.

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

Great

Great
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Consuela C.

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

Pretty

Place was pretty very accessible. hate while we were there a hurricane was on its way in but it happens.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Lance N.

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

Great condo

Location couldn’t be better. Easy walk to beach. Elevators, carts and parking were great. The condo itself was nice, but was missing some basic kitchen items. Always bring everything you need and dont expect things like toilet paper, garbage bags, kitchen scissors, etc. Condo was nice enough, and no complaints. Just missing a little extra….
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Janette

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Both the eating and cooking utensils were not washed. There was a bathing suit left out on the deck. Honestly the most disgusting part was the dishes. I attempted to contact Vrbo and of course they stated the property would not refund the cleaning fees. What is the point of cleaning fees if the property is not clean when I arrive and then I have to also to clean when I depart. The place was also outdated and the deck is not technically completely private. No boardwalk to beach. Was over priced.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

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

Perfect vacation

Condo was just as described. Comfortable beds, big enough condo for a family of five (3 boys 10-14yrs old). You can’t get much closer to the beach too! Amazing view, clean and you can walk to gift shops, restaurant's and party stores. My only complaint has NOTHING to do with the condo or owners and hopefully won’t happen on your trip, but every morning at 4:30am we were woke up by the revving of a garbage truck, its back up alarm and the loud sound of the neighboring buildings dumpster being pushed out of the building, dumped then pushed back into the building! So maybe bring some ear plugs or run a fan while you sleep. Again, I wouldn’t let that stop me from renting again, just be prepared that’s all. I’d 100% come back to this condo.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Deborah D.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Great location, fair accommodations

Property is in a great location, has good proximity to the beach. Nice outdoor balcony seating. Now, here’s the constructive comments- Carpet is a wrong choice for a beach property - period. Most of the furniture is way outdated / some is dirty and should be thrown out. (Stained pull out mattress/couch). Would recommend replacing the twin mattresses. Towels were thin/ threadbare. Below average for kitchen appointments… My friends rented the unit unit next door and it was completely updated (for the same price) Look elsewhere, folks I love this complex, but will not stay in this unit again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James T.

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

This is the one!

Our extended family rented 3 units here. This unit was our favorite of the three. The kitchen layout was nice with an island that really helped cooking meals for 3 separate groups. There were plenty of small plastic cups for the kiddos and fancy stuff for adults. The pots and pans selection could have been better, but did what we needed. The view is great. You can see the beach and ocean well, but also the pool. The units closest to the beach can see up and dow the shoreline but we liked being able to monitor the activities at the pool too. The bed/bath layout is nice. I appreciated having a bathroom separate from my kids for once. We grilled a couple of times and that was awesome. The pool is very well taken care of, clean, and doesn't seem over chlorinated or anything. We walked to most places we ate at. Very close to several great restaurants. Our keycode didn't work upon arrival but we were able to contact mgmt and get in realatively quickly. Thanks! The beach here is awesome. The sand is very fine and feels great to walk on! So clean!!! Our unit had no musty smells and had a great breeze going through it. AC worked well when we needed it.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hollianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Grand kids trip

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Payton M.

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

Great location

Great location and beautiful view of the ocean. Easy walk to restaurants, shopping and other activities. Could use updates to the beds. Twin beds were very uncomfortable and the queen bed was very hard.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Lacy G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication

Stay was okay!

All was good except for the fact that we dealt with construction machinery running most of our time during vacation. Property was pretty trashy out side. We were there a week and trash dumpster was over flowing on to parking the whole time we where there. Always having to walk around the noisy machinery. Beeping constantly. Also got stuck in the elevator 3 different times. Had to manually push the door open to get out of it. Room was in decent shape except for the bathrooms being a little dirty and beds being extremely hard.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

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