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Absolutely Beach Front! Cocktail pool and open floor plan!

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Gulf Shores, AL
  • Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

East bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

west bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Absolutely Beach Front! Cocktail pool and open floor plan!

This home has a large open living room and kitchen with tons of cabinets and a huge breakfast bar with five bar stools plus a dining table for 6. There are 4 bedrooms and two bathrooms all on one floor. Two bedrooms and one bath on each side of the house is perfect for 2 families to each have their own side. Two of the king bedrooms open directly to the deck with sliding doors, overlooking the beautiful beach. One back room has a king bed and the fourth bedroom has two twins. No fold out couches. We offer a pack and play for infants/toddlers with an upgraded 3” mattress. And we have an extra twin mattress under one of the twin beds in the fourth room that you can pull out for a total of 3 twin mattresses. Interior was just updated in 2021 with new furniture, decor and appliances. TV’s in all bedrooms. There is cabinet of games and puzzles and many books for you to read as you relax.
Walk right out onto the sand from the deck with just steps to the water and there is a cocktail pool located under the house. Pool Measures 9.5 x 20 and is 4 feet deep with sitting ledge.

**Please be aware that this house does NOT have a tub. There are two showers, so please keep that in mind when booking with young kids if that is important to you.

Need another house nearby for other family members? We also own Melonheads Vrbo 1521626 just three doors down. Take a look at our reviews!

Property manager

Melissa Wilbanks 901-438-1107

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
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Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Surf Side Shores, a neighbourhood in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary and Billy's Seafood 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

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Fort Morgan - 14 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 28 min drive - 28.7 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass Market Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fort Morgan Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gulfside Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Absolutely Beach Front! Cocktail pool and open floor plan! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Absolutely Beach Front! Cocktail pool and open floor plan! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Absolutely Beach Front! Cocktail pool and open floor plan!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Absolutely Beach Front! Cocktail pool and open floor plan!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Absolutely Beach Front! Cocktail pool and open floor plan! located?

Located in Surf Side Shores, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour Bay. Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Kiva Dunes Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Leonard D.

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

it needs repairs on the steps & deck the owners know it they will take if but they know

it just me & my wife it was so be ready for the good & bad but it winter time & gulf you never no what you will get
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa D.

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

Great location

Great location
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney T.

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

Boscos was great!!

Location, location, location!!! Awesome to walk from deck directly onto beach and 25 yards to Gulf! Pool was nice refresher from the August heat. House is older and could use some updating with soft spots throughout in the flooring but we will definitely try to get back because the LOCATION is fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Misty D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

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

Beachfront plus cocktail pool

This property was perfect for our group of 5. We had everything we need with extra supplies when we arrived ! Only suggestion would be to have some type cover for the patio , it does get warm during the day. We can’t wait to go back !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa C.

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

Nice beachfront location but a bit old and dirty

Loved being right on the beach but the house itself is in need of some deep cleaning, maintenance, and updates. The split layout of the house was good for our group, but the bathrooms are quite small (especially the showers). Was good to have a full-size washer and dryer and a big refrigerator, but the ice maker in the fridge didn't work properly. The beds were comfortable, but the sofa was sagging and dirty. Kitchen was well-stocked, although some of the cabinets were junked up with mismatched kitchenware, a crockpot collection, etc. The pool was a nice bonus that the kids enjoyed when they needed a beach break. We also appreciated having lots of beach chairs, toys, floaties, etc. to use during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Karen J.

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

Beach Time!

Melissa' place is in a great location just steps from the water! There was plenty of space for 3 couples and it was so nice to have 3 king size beds. Kitchen was a nice size and had everything you'd need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

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

Loved our stay

We loved staying right by the water, the sunrises and sunsets, and doing some fishing. We were very comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci B.

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

If you want a pure beach experience, visit Boscos.

We stayed Thanksgiving week at Boscos. The size and layout was perfect for two couples and one adult child. It was closer to the water than we gathered from the add which was a welcome plus. Quiet with minimal beach traffic. It is an older property (though it has been updated) so if you’re looking for brand new, this may not be the place for you. We found it reminiscent of childhood vacations at the beach and just what we were looking for. We would definitely go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T.

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

Beach house

We loved the location of the house; just a few steps right into the ocean! Watching the sun come up and go down from the balcony was fabulous!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

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

Girls Trip

We were so impressed with this house; it was very clean. There were some soft spots on the floor but other than that is was a perfect house to stay in. There was plenty of beach and pool toys. The kitchen had everything we needed. We will definitely be back. Thank you for such an amazing time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

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

Absolutely loved, want to go again!

Melissa is great! You can not beat the location! Let me repeat nothing is better than being right on the beach, especially with little ones! Little pool was so fun for them too, felt refreshing during our stay in July. Outdoor shower and hoses definitely came in handy! All the beds were super comfy. Neighborhood was so pleasant. We like being away from the hustle and bustle of the touristy beach scene, but within a quick drive to have some fun in Gulf Shores.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia M.

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

Family vacation young and old

This house was wonderful for eight adults and two children under two. Proximity to the beach and the covered pool is a real benefit. We had to do very little childproofing. The kitchen is very well equipped if you desire to cook. Our little ones quickly became used to “showering” since there isn’t a tub. Not such a problem. It was a very enjoyable vacation with multi generators.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty W.

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

Perfect family beach house!

Our beach vacation could not have been any better! This beach house exceeded our expectations. The house was clean, roomy, and cozy. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything we could have needed. The living room was big enough for all 8 of us to hang out. Bedrooms were cozy and plenty big enough. The location was absolutely perfect! The check-in and check-out process was simple and owners were very responsive. We hated to leave this house and can’t wait to return again for future vacations. If I could give this rental 10 stars I would.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great

Melissa, was readily available when needed, great location view from house unreal!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill S., Roswell, GA, USA

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

Perfect Getaway

We spent Thanksgiving week here and had an amazing time! The house is well furnished with beautiful decor and a lot of open space. We prepared all our meals during our entire stay including Thanksgiving dinner. The kitchen is well stocked and even includes extras that past renters have left. This includes spices, aluminum foil etc. Melissa was always prompt to respond with any questions and even us accommodated with an early check in at our request. We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandi H.

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

Loved Our Stay

This was my family's third time staying at this location - the second time with the new owners. Melissa is great to work with and very responsive to questions. The house is in a great location and the ocean is just a few steps away from the house. We had a great time and can't wait to get back again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian E.

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

on the beach in Alabama

Weather was great, place was very comfortable and stocked with all the little things that you need to make your stay enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenna C.

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

Absolutely loved it!

Couldn't ask for a better place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie N.

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

Great Location

Loved the house and location. Melissa was great to work with and quick to respond from the booking through the stay. Enjoyed the pool area after spending a long hot day on the beach. House was very clean and spacious. Would defiantly rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

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

A perfect week

The house was awesome and right on the beach. So handy with our great granddaughter. We loved the pool even though it stayed cool. Owner was quick to reply and always helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara N.

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

Vacation

Loved the house and how close to the gulf. Very quiet neighborhood. Wish I could have stayed longer. Will be back to stay
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deanna M., Owens Cross Roads

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

Right on the water!!!

This was just a few steps from the water and we absolutely loved it! The outside could use a paint job and we were worried when we pulled up, but the inside was delightful. I am sure the outside takes a beating so it was easily overlooked especially when we saw how close we were to the water. We loved it!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

laura b.

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

Boscos bungalow is the perfect place to stay!

We had the best time! House was great! Melissa is great! It is one of the most convenient houses on the beach! The pool was great with the kiddos! We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandi H.

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

Perfect Getaway

My family had a wonderful time staying in this house. We had stayed in it previously with different owners and the upgrades to bedding, kitchen items, and decor were great! You can't get any closer to the beach and the water was clear and calm our entire stay. We'll definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Melissa Wilbanks 901-438-1107

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We are Melissa and Eddie and we just added Boscos Beach Bungalow to our already popular Melonheads Beach House located just three doors down. This cute little four bedroom had the name "Watters Edge" from previous owners but we will be changing the name to Bosco’s Beach Bungalow. It is named after our dog Bosco that was with us for 16 years and passed away right before we bought this house.
We have been coming to the beach together for 36 years and have enjoyed the beaches of Gulf Shores and Fort Morgan for over 25 years of that. We dreamed of owning a beach house for many years and were so excited to go under contract with our first home in 2018. We are now adding a second option with Boscos Bungalow and it is only a few houses down from Melonheads, which is a 5 bedroom 3.5 bath home that accommodates 12. VRBO 1521626

Why they chose this property

We did not plan to buy a house when this opportunity presented itself to us. Hurricane sally made a mess that the previous owners just didn’t want to deal with anymore. We bought the house in 2021 and started the renovations from floor to ceiling! Most of the interior has been renovated and updated and we are still working on the exterior, but the home has become very popular with return guests and it stays booked! We love that this is a one story home with a small "cocktail" pool that is right on the beach. The floorplan is very conducive to two small families coming with their kids, offering two bedroom and a bath on each oppposite sides of the house. But it also offers a large open family room and kitchen for coming together. Sit on the deck and watch the dolphins, sunset and gorgeous ocean views.

What makes this property unique

The floor plan is comfortable and quite spacious, though that is deceiving from the outside. The open plan is popular with our guests as well as with our families. This is a second home for our family and we try to spend time here when we can.

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