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Steps From the Beach! Great Little Lagoon Views and Pier! Heron Landing Unit 2

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • West Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Steps From the Beach! Great Little Lagoon Views and Pier! Heron Landing Unit 2

Fun In The Sun! The name says it all! As the Owners of this terrific vacation rental, we would like to invite you to share in the many things to experience as you enjoy your stay in Fun In The Sun!

What are you looking for in your vacation home? Playtime on the beach? Okay, that would be less than 100 yards from the front door by way of your boardwalk beach access. Fishing, kayaking or paddle boarding in the Little Lagoon? Okay, that’s only 10 yards out the door. Swimming? Try the pool to the back of the house. Quiet, peaceful relaxation? Try awakening in your bed looking out to the gulf or sitting in your living room looking out on the peaceful Little Lagoon, or sitting on one of the three decks watching beautiful sunsets. This house has it all! Located 3.7 miles from the intersection of Hwy 59 at 1964 West Beach Blvd. facing the lagoon. You are close to the many great restaurants and shopping but yet in a very quiet part of Gulf Shores.

This house has a view of the Gulf of Mexico from two of the bedrooms. One of these bedrooms has French doors leading out to a deck overlooking the pool and a view of the gulf. There are also great views of Little Lagoon from the kitchen, dining area and living room on the first floor and from the second floor. The greatest thing about this house is the location. It sits directly on Little Lagoon! You can sit on the grass in front of the house, in a chair under the house, or on either of the two decks on the 1st and 2nd levels and watch the boats go by, watch the various birds catching fish, or just enjoy looking at the water. Little Lagoon is a 10-mile long body of salt water where you can fish (spotted trout, redfish, flounder, croakers, stingrays and many other fish call the Lagoon home) and crab day and night. Of course, you can clean your fish at the fish cleaning station at the pier, which goes out into the Little Lagoon. The kids will also enjoy the shared swimming pool. There is also a small beach area right on the lagoon that is great for the kids if the ocean waves are a bit rough. Have your own boat? Launch it using our boat ramp. This is not a condo but rather a townhouse. You only have one neighbor. Very hard to find a 3 bedroom, 3 bath townhouse with a gulf view, sitting directly on Little Lagoon, with fishing in the Lagoon and gulf, a swimming pool and in a quiet area of Gulf Shores! Enjoy biking? You can enjoy the bike-friendly road equipped with bike lanes that lead directly to the Hangout in the heart of Gulf Shores. If you enjoy deep sea, or bay fishing, it is available just down the road at Zeke's Landing.

This home features 3 bedrooms, all with queen size beds plus bunk beds (with a full sized mattress on the bottom) in the upstairs bedroom. There are also 3 full baths, each connected to a bedroom. Two bedrooms and two baths are upstairs and one has an incredible view of the Lagoon and has sliding glass doors onto a large deck, while the other has an ocean and pool view from the window. The third bedroom and bath is downstairs and looks out over the swimming pool and to the gulf. It also opens onto a deck. There are tables and chairs on all the decks. On the first floor are the kitchen, eating area, living room, and washer and dryer. Sliding doors take you from the living room onto the first-floor deck overlooking the lagoon. The living room has ample sitting options, including a queen sofa sleeper. Note... it goes without saying but sofa sleepers are best for kids! The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you will need. Eating options include a table and chairs with a great lagoon view or pull a stool up to, the bar separating the kitchen and living room. There is a 42’ high definition TV in the living room and 32’ high definition TVs in each bedroom with Directv service. Plus, there are 3 DVD players and DVDs for all ages. There are also lots of games, books puzzles, and toys for everyone to enjoy. Wireless internet is also provided throughout the house. Finally don’t worry about your vehicles since you can park three small vehicles or two, large vehicles under the house.

Come see for yourself and you will never want to leave as you will be having so much Fun in the Sun!

Property manager

Lisa & Randy Hathcock
Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore The Wharf. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf 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

  • West Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Waterville USA - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 12 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burro Azul - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps From the Beach! Great Little Lagoon Views and Pier! Heron Landing Unit 2 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Steps From the Beach! Great Little Lagoon Views and Pier! Heron Landing Unit 2 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps From the Beach! Great Little Lagoon Views and Pier! Heron Landing Unit 2?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps From the Beach! Great Little Lagoon Views and Pier! Heron Landing Unit 2?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps From the Beach! Great Little Lagoon Views and Pier! Heron Landing Unit 2 located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of West Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Lagoon Pass Park is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 170 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 170 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

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

February fun

Good place to stay. Booked for next year!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Emily B.

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

Great location

The location of the townhouse was great, especially with the beach being within walking distance. We caught a variety of fish and a lot of crab off the dock. The fishing dock can get a little crowded if there is more than 2-3 people fishing. The only downfall was sharing a stairwell to access the dock area with the adjacent townhouse. Sharing the stairs was a little awkward when coming and going.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

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

Perfect Getaway!

We couldn’t have asked for a better beach getaway to spend the 4th of July! The lagoon view/access with easy beach access was the perfect combination for our family and we have already rebooked for next year! We can’t wait to be back and highly recommend this wonderful home to anyone looking for a great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The view of the lagoon and the privacy was wonderful. The property is tastefully decorated and the beds are confortable. We really enjoyed our stay. The owners, Rick and Lisa were great to respind to any questions.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Perfect getaway ❤️

This is our second stay at this condo. We love the location on the bay and it's a close drive to everything you could want. This trip we enjoyed fishing off the pier and exploring the waters of the bay. The walk to the gulf beach is close and easy. Gorgeous views, peaceful setting, and just the perfect spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lewis B.

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

review

wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Winston B.

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

Perfect Place to Stay

Fun in the Sun rental was everything we hoped for. Great location, outstanding beach access, and a pier to enjoy and fish from on the little lagoon. The condo was extremely clean and was large enough for all my children and grandchildren to stay. The property manager was extremely prompt in all interactions. I would highly recommend this rental and will not hesitate to stay here again. It's definitely a 5 star location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

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

Gulf Shore fall break family trip

We enjoyed our stay at the little Logoon Beach house. The owner’s are very Easy to work with and the home was clean. The property is family friendly. This was our second trip to this property and my grandkids can’t wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Great for fisherman

Right on the Little Lagoon where we took our Hobie kayaks out fishing (caught trout and redfish) in the mornings and then a short walk across the road to the beach in the afternoons. The place had everything needed for an enjoyable stay. The location was the highlight!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler H., Fort Wayne, Indiana

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

Great time by the beach.

We take a friends vacation every year and this year did not disappoint. We had a great time with a the ocean a few steps away and a beautiful lagoon right in the back yard. We had a blast at the restaurant called the Hang Out with great food and fun party atmosphere for the whole family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy V.

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

Fun trip to Gulf Shores

Lots of sun, fun, and sand! Beach is close. Kids had fun at the small beach at the property fishing and finding crabs and hermit crabs. Condo was clean with plenty of room for all!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

erica e.

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

Amazing place

This place was everything we needed for our stay plus more! The location on the bay side and a quick walk to the beach made this place perfect for the kids and adults! We already looked to book it again! The owner was very responsive to our needs. The kitchen was stocked well! Lots of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

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

Getting away from the snow

We loved this rental. The location was great. It had the lagoon out the back door and the Gulf a very short distance out the front. We could fish either location. There was plenty of space for four adults to spread out. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison P.

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

Spring break 2023

We really enjoyed our stay at this wonderful property. There is everything you need. I was surprised to even find spices in one of the kitchen cabinets. You will not regret staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Eric M.

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

Family vacation 7

Loved the location, the surrounding people. The only thing I could complain about is all these places at the beach need ice makers of some kind and a bigger refrigerator. Besides that I was pleased with everything else.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael J., Baton Rouge, LA

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

Great Stay!

We had a great time at the condo. Gulf Shores is still repairing damage from the Hurricane Sally and portions of the property are still in repair (pool and dock), as is most of the properties on the strip. The owners were upfront about it and were very accommodating to our needs. Our family enjoyed the Lagoon and the Beach, the condo itself was well stocked and roomy enough for 2 couples and 4 children. The kids had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maria C., LEXINGTON

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

Back again

We love the location and the property so much that this is our fourth time staying. This time we had Lisa and Randy as owners and they were wonderful. We had one issue and they worked quickly to resolve it. I know we will be back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jake T.

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

On the water

Great location. Property is part of a duplex that sits right on the bay with a dock 10 feet away. The beach is about a 2 minute walk. Short drive to 59 where most of the restaurants and shops are in gulf shores. Each bedroom has a bathroom attached and two of three bedrooms have walk out decks. Overall very pleased with this spot.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

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

Lagoon Life

Some people go to Gulf Shore to be on the gulf/ocean. We enjoyed being right on the lagoon. So many water fowl daily and the sound of lapping water was so peaceful. We like being on the west end as there is less traffic. Nice getting to know neighbors. Accommodations were very comfortable. Owner was very responsive. We’ve booked again for next year.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Great trip for friends!

I stayed in the home with a group of friends and we all had such a blast! The location is great - just a short walk across the street to the beach. The home is beautiful and well-kept, space was a little tight for our larger group. The only problem was keeping the neighbors up at night talking on the decks and on one occasion actually heard them discussing how much they disliked our group. The owner was wonderful and did everything he could to make our trip even more relaxing and the home even more inviting! Loved our trip and would definitely go back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dan T.

Great place for relaxing family fun.

We drove down from IL for spring break. The location is amazing. The gulf/beach is a short walk and the small lagoon beach is in your yard which is very nice. There are lots of great views from the balconies. The main road has very good bike lanes for jogging or biking. The house has enough small spaces to spread out and a good sized gathering space, kitchen/family room. The interior is nice, but not so nice that you worry too much about sand and wet swimsuits. The downtown public beach is nice to visit and Lamberts Restaurant was very fun too. The games at the house were used a lot by our family.

8/10 Good

Stephanie S., Lenoir, NC

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

Beautiful Sunsets from the deck!

Heron Landing community is our favorite spot in Gulf Shores. (This was our first time in this unit since we needed more space for my Mother-in-law) The unit seemed to be in condition but there was still lots of sand on the floors when we arrived but it is the beach & I know how to use a broom. The big bed upstairs & the top bunk are a little noisy but comfortable enough. Only thing missing was a blender for making frosty drinks, but Walmart is close by, so I bought a cheap one. The Sunets over the Lagoon are the best! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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

Great location!

We stayed at Heron Landing in 2023 with our 2 teens but in a different condo. We really liked the location of this one right on the lagoon. Plus it had 3 bedrooms so our kids got their own space. The condo is clean and had everything in the kitchen to cook meals. We did buy a few spices but it’s ones we personally wanted. The washer and dryer was handy so we could wash multiple loads and not have to pack as much. There’s a charcoal grill there and 3 beach chairs and other toys for kids in a shed downstairs. That was really handy. We did a Walmart grocery pickup and whatever food we had leftover the neighbors took for us. It’s a quiet area with more snowbirds so that’s why we like this area. We go to bed early and get up early with the sun. I would definitely rent from Randy and Lisa again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rita T.

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

Thanksgiving family get-together

It was clean and spacious enough. The location was good but it was hard to find the turn-in after dark due to the signage not being lighted enough. The sofa bed in the lving room was a bit saggy and not real comfortable. My son and grandsons really enjoyed fishing from the pier, and the resident heron was very friendly! Overall, I think the house was good and allowed us to have a very enjoyable time together.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittany N.

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

Best location

This property was wonderful for our stay. 3 bedrooms & 3 baths. The lagoon in the back was wonderful for the teenager & younger 3 we had on our trip. The little beach area was so nice for our littles. The walk to be beach was super close & easy. You do have to cross a highway but it wasn’t busy. There is a closet outside with everything you need for the beach. I wish we would have known, it would have saved us room in the car. Lol. It is probably mentioned in the description & I didn’t see it. The house met all of our needs. It was perfect, clean, and welcoming. We utilized the pool several times. It’s small but cozy, our kids really loved it! We absolutely will be staying here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lisa & Randy Hathcock

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Why they chose this property

We have been coming to vacation along the Gulf for over two decades and of all of the places we have visited, we kept coming back to Gulf Shores. Our family has always enjoyed this area because of the family environment and the old town feel where you can still walk to shops or restaurants. There are still family activities like putt-putt golf, fishing, amusement parks and dining. We stayed at this great vacation rental and enjoyed it so much that when we had the opportunity to purchase it, we did so and decided to continue to share it with others who come back year after year and rent the house for their vacation as we did.

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