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4/2 with gorgeous views on Little Lagoon. Screened porch, pier, and more!

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You can't beat this view from the huge waterfront screened porch.
Life on Little lagoon is AMAZING!
Spacious great room w/kitchen, dining and living areas is designed for a crowd.
Best equipped kitchen on the beach!
Large kitchen is well equipped with every thing you will need.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Hangout Music Fest
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • West Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

4/2 with gorgeous views on Little Lagoon. Screened porch, pier, and more!

This beautiful waterfront cottage sits on the north side of Little Lagoon. About five miles down Ft. Morgan Rd, its elevated screened porch makes it easy to avail yourself of the steady breezes that lull lagoon dwellers by day and night. Swim, fish or ski in the calm waters or take a short drive to the white sandy gulf beach. Avid golfers will love being just across the street from the Peninsula Golf Course. A walking/biking trail that runs all the way up to town, through the State Park and beyond to Orange Beach is also just across the street.

Split floor plan with two bedrooms and a bath on each side. The two waterfront rooms have queen beds and French doors leading out onto the screened porch. The other two bedrooms have two twin beds each. The great room in the center of the house contains a huge kitchen, comfortable seating and a large dining area where you can share good times with family and friends. Downstairs under the house is parking for one car and enough space left over to relax in our swing. (The owners also keep their beach buggy and boat under the other side.) Not to worry, there is room to park two extra cars to the east of the drive.

We have two grills, a smaller charcoal and a larger gas grill. Have a family cookout and dine with a view of the water! Also downstairs is an outdoor shower and hose for rinsing off the sand.

Just up the road, the City of Gulf Shores has a fantastic recreation center with daily, weekly, or monthly rates. It features an indoor temperature controlled swimming pool, basketball courts, fitness room, indoor track, ping pong and pool tables, water aerobics, yoga and other fitness classes. In the winter the city's Special Events Department sponsors an outstanding series of performances.

Golfers Paradise: Who could ask for more than waterfront and a top of the line golf course! The Peninsula Golf Club is located just across the street. It features 18 holes, a pro shop, and restaurant. In addition you will find tennis courts and a swim fitness center. If you want to change things up a bit try the 36 holes of Pure Palmer Golf at Craft Farms, Cotton Creek, and Cypress Bend just a 10 minute drive away. Want more? Play Kiva Dunes or the Golf Club of the Wharf; both are just five miles away.

Shop till you drop: Shop over 120 brand name outlets on Hwy 59 in Foley!! Brooks Brothers, Gap, Polo, Ann Taylor and more draw shoppers from miles around. From housewares, to clothing, to home furnishing, there is something for everyone at the Tanger Outlet mall just 10 miles north in Foley.

Flying South for the Winter? This house is the perfect place for snowbirds and it is big enough to share with a second couple for a real winter bargain.

Property manager

Martha Howard, Gulf Coast Keyholders and Exit Realty, Gulf Shores
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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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

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf State Park and Fort Morgan Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider The Park at OWA, or check out an event or a game at Foley Sportsplex. 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

  • Peninsula Golf and Racquet Club - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 9 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 13 min drive - 13.9 km
  • West Beach - 14 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burro Azul - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4/2 with gorgeous views on Little Lagoon. Screened porch, pier, and more! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is 4/2 with gorgeous views on Little Lagoon. Screened porch, pier, and more! located?

This family-friendly Gulf Shores holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Bon Secour Bay and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Fort Morgan Beach and Zooland Mini Golf are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

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

Great for kids!

Location on Little Lagoon made for a safe swimming area for the littles. Deck view is gorgeous! Kitchen well-appointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

AUCasey

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

Nice, relaxing stay

Home was clean and looked like pictures. We enjoyed fishing from the very shallow water and catching crabs. Nice place to curl up and read a book. Neighbor was kind as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolee C., Atlanta

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

Great spot

Loved this spot. Would stay again. Property is as appears in description and was very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas A.

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

Lovely Lagoon Vacation

My whole family enjoyed the stay. House had plenty of space, towels, and fun activities. We enjoyed the shallow water off the dock. My daughter caught dozens of hermits crabs, a few lizards, and a crab or two. Water was warm early in the season which was nice. Water was calm and clear when the wind wasn’t too bad. Everyone wants to return again next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey N.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

This house while a bit hard to find was amazing for our family vacation. The kids loved the small beach and my oldest daughter and I spent our time on the large screened porch. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darchelle K.

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

Great for Families

The home was decorated in the cutest way and was the perfect set up for families. The screened in porch on the back overlooking the lagoon was beautiful, great to enjoy morning coffee and to sit and enjoy lunch with the family. The kitchen was well stocked as well. Martha was super easy to communicate with. I would definitely stay here again and would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ASHLEY D.

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

We loved it.

Our family of 7 enjoyed everything about this house. We fished and swam everyday. And it’s so local to everything. Everything was there as stated. Hopefully to come back and enjoy Ft. Morgan more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina N.

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

Lovely home just perfect for our family vacation

We stayed here for a week with our children and grandchildren (5 adults and 2 small children). The layout of the home was perfect. The beds were comfortable. The view from the living area/screened porch just can’t be beat! The kitchen was the best equipped kitchen of any rental we’ve ever stayed at. The small beach area just down the stairs was perfect for our kiddos (6 and 3 years old). We all enjoyed floating and relaxing in the shallow water. We did have one problem with the TV, and the property managers responded right away to fix the problem. We highly recommend this lovely home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Perfect House

Overall we had a wonderful stay! The house was clean and provided everything we needed for our stay. The view from the screened in porch was wonderful. The kids were able to swim & fish in the little lagoon. It was perfect if you didn't want to go to the beach everyday. We did visit the beach access off Mobile Street about 4 minutes down the road. The beach area was great. The entrance to the driveway is a little hard to find & see at first and at night time. It could use a little something to stand out at the street. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann P., United States

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

Second summer

We enjoyed our stay so much last year that we booked another summer at this beautiful home. Everything was clean. Great location. Well equipped. Booking process and check in/check out was easy. I can’t say anything negative about this place! My family and I just love it and are excited to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni L.

Peaceful and Family Friendly

This was our second stay at Gene's Cottage and we enjoyed it again. The kitchen is stocked with most everything that we needed to enjoy meals at the house. The rooms are comfortable and clean. We really enjoy the back porch and the view of the Lagoon. The location is great in that it is a short drive to the action of down town, restaurants, and grocery shopping. And it is also in a peaceful and quiet area, just a short drive to the beach on Mobile St. Thanks for letting us stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

Family get away

A little hard to find especially at night. Definitely keep it in your gps.other wise very clean and a perfect home for a family vacation. It had a ton of kitchen gear and amenities. We will be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Anthony P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Good Location - Not so clean house

Overall it was a decent stay. House was clean(ish), shower heads were molded and hadn't been cleaned in a quite some time. Listing states "plenty of parking under the house" - This would have been true had there not been a pontoon boat and dilapidated mini van parked under one side and in the driveway which is barely a driveway... would not pick this house again..
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Family stay, March 2019

We had a awesome time and enjoyed our stay. The house was more than equipped with all our needs! The only issue we had was the gas grill was inoperable. It had not been used for quite some time and only 1 of the 3 burners worked, other than that the property was beautiful and we would most deffinatly return. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lucy A.

Wonderful Family Vacation

With this being the first family vacation in a couple of years we could not have asked for more. The layout of the home gave us plenty of room and the kitchen was large enough to have us working side by side while cooking. They kids loved swimming and playing on the lagoon beach which was perfect for them. So many things to do that our only regret was not having 2 weeks to play. Thanks for the opportunity to stay in this lovely home. Lucy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN L.

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

Mermaids Cottage great view, gorgeous home.

Location on the Lagoon is perfect! Mermaids home is very comfortable. Pictures are accurate. Location on the highway is too near a curve especially pulling a trailer. Driveway is not easy to locate needs a sign or something to catch your eye. Mermaid's gravel driveway needs grading! Dock is for sunbathing not docking a boat. Water in lagoon is too low with very short pier. Owners' car blocked two parking spaces under home and Hobie Cat is taking a third parking spot. Our Harley Trike got 4th spot. Car went in yard. Screen porch is solidly built, comfortable, furnished nice, but floorboards allowed gnats inside which bit me. Screen door did not fit door frame also allowing bugs inside. Garbage cans have no lids which wild animals enjoyed by spreading the last tenant's trash across the front yard. Toilets are super low and tiny made to train 2-year-olds. We would stay again just for the home and the view. Parking on the beach is $15 everyday everywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Terrell E.

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

Will not be returning.

I’ll copy below my check out text to the property manager: In case you want it, I did have a little feedback. The garbage cans were completely filled when we arrived, and on Monday when we went to put our trash out the cans were already filled, and smelled awful and were full of maggots. I don't think that it should be on the incoming tenants or renters to pull garbage loads of other peoples trash to the curb. Also no one ever came to clean the grill. The Wi-Fi and TV did not work our entire stay. Also no one ever came to fix the screen. We have stayed at a lot of properties and unfortunately this one just did not meet basic tenant standards. Just letting you know. Thanks for letting us stay in your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

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

Vacation was perfect!

We had a wonderful time and look forward to our next visit!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Casey C.

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

Sparkling clean rental

This house might have been the cleanest rental we’ve been in! The location was nice & quiet! I like that we didn’t have to drive thru traffic on the busy strip to go places. I love the privacy of staying on the lagoon! The kids loved the calmness of the lagoon rather than the rough gulf. We wished there was a a kayak or two to use in the lagoon. Also, the mattresses are uncomfortable. Other than that our stay was really nice! Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

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

Great location

My family loved the privacy of this property and that it’s right on the water. Plenty of room for the whole family!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Great place to stay !!

Family trip . Great location. Great house
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela C.

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

Exceptional stay by the bay

This was such a wonderful house with everything we needed to make our trip just a little more relaxing. Everything was clean and prepped for up by check in time and Margaret, the host, was easy to communicate with. We’ll stay again if they’ll have us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann P., United States

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

Perfect family vacation home

Our stay at the Mermaid house was perfect. The check in was easy as the host was so gracious and kind. The house was immaculate and very accommodating with everything that we needed. Our family of eight enjoyed our time fishing off the pier and swinging under the shaded and cooled porch. And thanks to the host, we found out that a quiet public beach was just a couple of miles down the road. I highly recommend this beautiful home on the lagoon. We will certainly be coming back to make more memories❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb F.

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

Relaxing vacation with toddlers!

Mermaid Cottage clean, great water pressure, best equipped kitchen we’ve ever experienced. Easy access to lagoon, with nice beach area for children. Water was perfect depth for young children to play. Pier was perfect for fishing. Close to restaurants and shopping, but with a private feel where property is located. We will go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Relaxing and peaceful

Loved it!!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Martha Howard, Gulf Coast Keyholders and Exit Realty, Gulf Shores

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I am a Baldwin County native who grew up in Foley. Our family spent many a day on Little Lagoon fishing, swimming and sailing in its shallow waters. My family and I now live in Colorado but we come back frequently to enjoy life on the lagoon with our friends and family.

Why they chose this property

My parents, Bob and Gene Thompson, purchased the original beach house in the 1950’s. Most of the cottages in this area were built with materials from disassembled WWII Army barracks located at Fort Morgan. Our cottage was a simple structure with concrete floors, cinder block walls, screen porches and a metal roof. For decades, our family enjoyed spending long summers in the cottage involved in our favorite activities of swimming, sailing and shrimping. It was a grand time and simple life complete with candlelight dinners, games, campfires and neighborhood gatherings. The cottage was destroyed by hurricanes, Ivan and Katrina in 2004 and 2005. Gene’s Mermaid Lagoon Cottage was rebuilt in 2007 in honor of my parents’ love for this beach. It is my hope that everyone who visits will treasure this part of the world as I do.

My family and I welcome you to come and stay in our paradise, where you can relax and play.
Sarah Thompson Doig

What makes this property unique

This home has breathtaking views of the shallow blue water of Little Lagoon. With its sandy bottom and no riptides it is great for children. The dock is great for sunning and watching the beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Just 4 miles from the Bon Secour National Wildlife Preserve, the white sandy gulf beach offers miles of nature's pristine shore . The riding-walking path across the street meanders from the Peninsula subdivision to Orange Beach. Great golf is just across the street at the Peninsula Golf Club and you are only 10 minutes from restaurants shops and the gulf beaches. A perfect get away!

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