DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH Amazing Views Full Remodel Unit 5 Gulfside Townhomes

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Custom made media counter. Great place for laptops and electronics.

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2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8106.8 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub
Parking available
Air conditioning
Dryer
Washer

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Gulf Shores, AL

Gulf Shores Beach
‪1 min walk‬
Hangout Music Fest
‪16 min walk‬
Waterville USA
‪3 min drive‬
Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bonus Bunk Nook

1 Single Bunk Bed

Living Room

2 Double Sofa Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1/2 bath

Toilet

2nd Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

THE BEACH IS YOUR BACKYARD!

Seriously you will be amazed how close you are to the water!

Unit 5 Gulfside Townhomes... steps from the beach and No ELEVATORS!

1150 sq ft Fully Remodeled!

Low Density Not a High Rise
No elevators
No one above or below you.

Private parking for 2 cars in the carport under unit.

Gulf views from almost every room

3 BATHROOMS!! ( 2 full, 1 half)

Beautiful large outdoor pool with grassy courtyard

Perfect location! Read all the reviews :)
Walking distance to stores & restaurants including Bahama Bob's and The Hangout!

MAIN FLOOR
NEW KITCHEN quartz and stainless steel
1/2 bathroom
Washer & Dryer
Dining Area/Living Room
Queen Sleeper Sofa
65 in. Smart TV
Electric Fireplace
Balcony w/ gulf view
Media Counter for electronics/charging

Free Wi-Fi, Cable, Smart TVs

UPSTAIRS
Bedroom #1 Master Bedroom with Private Bathroom
Balcony w/ gulf view
King bed
Smart TV

Bedroom #2
Queen Bed
Gulf View
Bathroom opens to bedroom and hall.
Smart TV

Bonus Bunk Nook
Kids will love this custom-built bunk nook! Sleeps 2( adult size bunks)
Like a 3rd bedroom!
Outlets in each bunk for electronics

UNDERNEATH UNIT
Parking for 2 cars.
Beach Closet w/ courtesy items:
Beach Chairs, Umbrella, Sand Toys, Charcoal Grill.

No Smoking or Vaping.
No Pets.
Must be over 25 to rent

Property manager

Gina Kempf

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

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You can have this beautiful view on your vacation from both balconies.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number RL20-000188

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near theme parks and on 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. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.

Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Hangout Music Fest - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Gulf State Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Waterville USA - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Gulf Shores Golf Club - 6 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪The Hangout - ‬16 min walk
‪Sunliner Diner - ‬17 min walk
‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬19 min walk
‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬14 min walk
‪Burro Azul - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH Amazing Views Full Remodel Unit 5 Gulfside Townhomes have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH Amazing Views Full Remodel Unit 5 Gulfside Townhomes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH Amazing Views Full Remodel Unit 5 Gulfside Townhomes?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH Amazing Views Full Remodel Unit 5 Gulfside Townhomes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is DIRECTLY ON THE BEACH Amazing Views Full Remodel Unit 5 Gulfside Townhomes located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wade Ward Nature Park, Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Paulina T.

12 Apr 2025

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

Such a jewel!

This is our second year staying at Gina’s place and it was just as beautiful, well stocked and conveniently located as it was last year! We love it here!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

16 Mar 2025

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

Perfect Family Beach Condo

We absolutely love this condo for our family beach getaway! This was our 3rd year staying at Gina's Condo and it continues to be perfection. The condo is light, bright, and lovely. Views of the Gulf from the primary suite and living room decks are amazing. Beach access is incredibly close and easy - walk out of the condo, 1 minute walk, and you're toes deep into white sugar sand. The location is great with Pier 33 and the West Beach Coffee shop 5 minute walk away. Walking on the beach to the Hangout for dinner is both gorgeous and quick (20 minutes). Gina and her family keep the condo crisp and clean with a lot of great amenities. In 15 minutes or less, you can be racing go-karts at the Track, playing mini golf at Pirate's Island Adventure, or biking through the Gulf State Park. We love eating at the Sunliner Diner (milkshakes!), Lulu's, Picnic Beach, and the Hangout. This condo is truly a perfect place to enjoy the stunning Gulf Shores beach! We're already looking forward to our next stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

18 Jan 2025

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

Lovely unit on the beach

Lovely modern and remodeled unit right on the beach. The unit was clean and very comfortable for our family. It was perfect for spending time together, cooking and enjoying everything Gulf Shores has to offer. It is exactly as listed. Gina was so great to work with and communicated everything very well, making it easy and enjoyable.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz B.

24 Nov 2024

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey W.

7 Oct 2024

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

Home away from home

This was my 4th year staying in Gina's townhome, and it was perfect as usual. Perfect location for restaurants and shopping, yet plenty of space on the beach. The unit is perfectly stocked, with comfy beds, and beautifully decorated. It's a quick walk out to the beach, with beautiful views from inside. The downstairs closet is fully stocked with everything you need for the beach - chairs, umbrellas, cooler, kids toys, shell nets, etc. I wouldn't dream of staying elsewhere.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

1 Sept 2024

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

Another Amazing Stay!!

This is our 2nd year staying in this perfect condo steps away from the beach. Very clean, loved the updates to the Master bedroom, all of the items you could possibly need, a very short walk to the beach & a great pool! We will be back for many years to come!!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie O.

11 Aug 2024

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

Don't Miss Out On This

Absolutely an amazing location! I can't say enough good things! It was our second time staying and I will never stay anywhere else when going to Gulf Shores! The host, Gina, is amazing! Thank you Gina!!!! going to Gulf Shores

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel N.

30 July 2024

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

Outstanding

I highly recommend this property. The condo was identical to the to pictures and very spacious and clean. It was right on the beach with a pool and within walking distance to all the shops and restaurants(.7 miles). We would definitely rent this one again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellye I.

21 July 2024

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

Perfect Stay!

My family enjoyed our stay! Perfect location and easy beach access. The beach closet has chairs, umbrellas, boards, buckets, and toys available. I enjoyed all the updates. So many of the available rental properties have very dated decor and furnishings. I wanted to feel like I was on a vacation, and I did! Booking and communicating with Gina was a breeze!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emiley B.

9 July 2024

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

Beautiful home and Perfect location!!!

My family had the absolute best vacation! We’ve been coming down to the Gulf of Mexico for years & this was our first time in Gulf Shores. While we loved the town, it was this house that really made the trip. The ease of being steps from the beach & within walking distance of tons of restaurants and shopping was amazing. Also, the beach was not crowded at all! Even on the Fourth of July we got a spot right by the water. The huge crowds were further down the beach. It felt like a private beach just for people staying in the townhomes. It was beautifully decorated and had everything we could need. The beds were super comfy and it was so nice waking up seeing the ocean right out the windows. This is hands down the BEST vacation home!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

25 June 2024

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

Perfect for families

We’ve stayed here a few times now and absolutely love it! Such a beautiful location, great beach access, and close to everything you need. Our family has really enjoyed staying here and Gina does such a wonderful job making us feel welcome. The condo is beautiful and has all sorts of stuff (beach chairs, toys, grill) to make it easy. Beach access is only a few hundred feet from the building, and the pool is a nice option when you’re tired of the beach. Plus, lots of sleeping options for our family make this a perfect setup. We would highly recommend this condo for any families wanting to get away for a beach trip and looking for awesome accommodations.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holley R.

26 May 2024

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

Amazing Condo

We have nothing but positive things to say about our stay. Gina is the best host. Everything you could need is there for you to use. All we needed were our bathing suits and toothbrushes. We loved the easy walk to the beach, parking, location, outside shower and the fully stocked beach closet that included toys, beach chairs and umbrellas.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulina T.

25 Apr 2024

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

Spring Break 2024

We stayed at this property for an entire week and it was amazing. The

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

3 Apr 2024

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

Gulf Shores Family Gem

Wow! We would rent again! The complex is great for groups that want to gather but don’t want to share one home. Our unit was perfect. Everything we needed from fully stocked kitchen to beach chairs and toys. 3 other families rented in the same complex and unit 5 was absolutely the most well appointed and updated. Easy communication, zero issues to report about the unit. We had a wonderful stay! Don’t hesitate - book now!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

25 Mar 2024

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

Perfect Beach Condo

Perfect beach condo! The condo is directly on the incredibly beautiful Gulf Shores beach. The balconies give a fabulous view of the waves, dolphins, and beach! The condo is an absolutely wonderful place to stay as a family. It is so conveniently located with easy access to the beach, stores, restaurants, and fun activities. The new renovation of the primary suite affords a stunning view of Gulf from the bed. This condo is the perfect get-away in Gulf Shores. We keep returning because it's just that perfect!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chandler M.

7 Feb 2024

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

The best secret

It was amazing. Right on the beach, no high rise, perfect for family

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey W., Tulsa, OK

25 Oct 2023

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

Home away from home

This is our 3rd year to stay in Gina's unit for 2 weeks. Her home is well furnished, comfy, well stocked, and absolutely perfect for a beach vacation. The beach closet has everything you need - chairs, umbrellas, shovels, shell nets, kids toys - there is nothing you need to pack. The location is perfection - a few steps from the unit and you are on the sand, and the pool area is great as well. Communication with Gina is easy and prompt. I will continue to return!

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jolinda S.

15 Aug 2023

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

Beautiful condo, great location!

This condo is remodeled to add a bunk nook, as well as other conveniences. We were very comfortable! We love the easy access to the beach & the pool for Gulfside Townhomes renters & owners. Very family friendly.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie O.

7 Aug 2023

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

Happy Family

Gina was amazing to deal with! The property is exactly as shown and very clean, updated and well kept! The convenience walking to and from the beach is outstanding! We have stayed at many beach condos and even my kids agreed that Gina's condo has been the best! The pool was also amazing! Thank you Gina, can't wait for a repeat stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

16 July 2023

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

Loved our stay!!

We had an amazing week in Gulf Shores for our family vacation. The condo was clean/as pictured, really great location, easy access to the beach/pool & very quite. Gina was a great host & we are looking forward to booking again next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

25 June 2023

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

Awesome place in the heart of Gulf Shores

We love this place (it’s our second stay)! Gina is an awesome host and the condo is perfect for families. It’s so convenient to the beach and the pool is right behind the unit also. Another thing we love - the owners have thoughtfully provided everything you need for a great day at the beech (chairs, floats, kids toys etc.) We will definitely be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

17 June 2023

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

Baseball vacation

Amazing! We couldn't have asked for a better house to stay for our week in Gulf Shores. The Beach, the pool, restaurants, and shops all in walking distance from the house. The little kids loved the bunk beds and the big kid was so happy to have his "own" room. We came for the week to play in a baseball tournament. Thank you Gina for letting us stay in your home!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

28 May 2023

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

Perfect Place On The Beach

Condo has everything you need for a perfect stay! They’ve thought of all the small details. Gina is easy to communicate with. Right on the beach with no boardwalk to cross. Not our first stay here and won’t be the last.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

9 Apr 2023

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

Spring Break in Gulf Shores

My family of 6 had the best time staying at Gulfside Townhomes. The condo was everything I was hoping for and more. It was very clean, roomy, had comfortable furnishings, and everything you might need was provided. I’ve stayed in many VRBOs and normally you are provided with a starter set of soap, toilet paper, trash bags etc. All this was provided plus extras so we didn’t need to go out and buy anything additional. There is also a great beach closet with sand toys, beach chairs, a big cooler, and some other toys. Gina is a great host and answered any communications quickly. The beach is so close and the view from the balcony is beautiful. I loved how we were close enough to hear the waves crashing at night. The townhouse is also in a great location to be able to walk to restaurants and stores. Loved being able to walk down to the Hangout in the evenings. Such a fun place. Thanks for a wonderful stay. We will definitely stay here again when we make it back to Gulf Shores.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

26 Mar 2023

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

Perfection on the beach!

Perfect condo directly on the beach! Outstanding for families! The condo is gorgeous, the host is wonderful, and the access to the beach is amazing! Easy walk to shops. Parking is a breeze. Views from the balcony are lovely. Our family absolutely loved it! We give it our highest recommendation!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gina Kempf

My husband Gary and I are parents to 5 grown children and 5 grandchildren! We are recent empty nesters and are just starting our pre-retirement journey!

We bought this townhome to get out of the cold midwestern winters and make memories with our kids and grandkids.

My husband loves to bike so he really enjoys the miles and miles of bike trails which are great for walking too! There are so many options to enjoy year-round in Gulf Shores!

Why they chose this property

We have family who have been vacationing in Gulf Shores for years and now we are joining them! It truly is a place to gather and make memories!

We are excited to rent out our townhome when we aren't using it and share the fun with others!

Since we like our home to be very nice and updated, we wanted our condo to be the same way. You will love what we have done!

What makes this property unique

Location! Location! Location! The heart of Gulf Shores! Close to everything!

We love Gulfside Townhomes because it is NOT a high rise. It's a unique 2 story townhouse with parking for 2 cars underneath the unit. No elevators just straight down the steps right to the beach! Incredible Gulf Views, Great Pool, Grassy Courtyard.

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bonus Bunk Nook

Living Room

Master Bedroom

Second Bedroom

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1/2 bath

2nd Bathroom

Master Bath

Spaces

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