Family Fun: Kayak, Paddleboard & Private Beach

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Private lagoon beach in the backyard and the Gulf beach is only a 30-second walk across the street. Beautiful sunsets in the backyard and awe-inspiring sunrises over the the Gulf.

Newly renovated kitchen. All new stainless steel appliances. Butcher block bar that seats 5, plus table that seats 4. Walk out to the covered back porch with seating for a meal on the lagoon.

Bedroom 2. 2 bunk beds, smart TV with DVD player, desk and chair workstation, dresser, sleeps 4, with a Gulf view.

The perfect area under the bungalow for playing corn hole with views of the water and beach.

Private lagoon beach in the backyard and Gulf beach is only a 30-second walk across the street. Meet The Little Lady.

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

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Gulf Shores, AL

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Crib and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

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Full Bathroom

Toilet

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Office

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

This home does not skimp on CUTENESS. From the moment you walk through the pink door and into our thoughtfully remodeled bungalow, we want you to feel at home.

Both master bedrooms have queen beds, plus a trundle bed in the off chance you end up having a kid that just can’t bear to be without you one night.

The home also has a bunk room with four beds (see photos). This room is perfect for families with young children!

If you want to "work from home," we've got you covered there too with our high-speed internet. Or completely disconnect by having a coffee or cocktail on our covered back porch or front deck.

You'll also find a spacious living area with an open floor plan and kitchen table for four people. The open kitchen has five additional chairs situated beneath the large island for additional seating.

Sure, eating at Gulf Shores' best restaurants is fun. But sometimes we all need a nice home-cooked meal, right? That's why our kitchen is fully stocked with all the essentials you'll need to cook you and your family a nice dinner.

And then where to eat? You’ve got options… Enjoy sunset views from the covered back porch, decked out with an outdoor table and six chairs. Dine under the bungalow at a second outdoor spot set up for six people with two wooden tables and a view of the lagoon. Or you can stay inside and chow down at the kitchen table and island with seating for up to nine.

While we don't offer cable, each tv is equipped with Roku for watching all your guilty pleasures. So feel free to bring your own login and log in to any service you're subscribed to. We also provide free YouTube TV with 100+ channels to make sure you’re covered. There are also Blu-ray/DVD players in two of the rooms if you happen to bring movies with you.

There's even a second enclosed shower outside with hot water great for getting all that sand out of every nook and cranny from your day at the beach.

We also provide a pack 'n play and booster seat for anyone traveling with a kiddo.

So, what are you waiting for? Book your stay now and experience some unforgettable family vacation memories.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Guests are required to sign Owners rental agreement.

This is a NO SMOKING, NO PET house.

We will not be liable or responsible for personal items left behind, lost, or stolen.

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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

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A car is recommended 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 beach. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf. 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 - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Gulf Shores Beach - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Hangout Music Fest - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
Gulf Shores Golf Club - 16 min drive - 13.3 km
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 22 min drive - 21.2 km

Getting around

Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Hangout - ‬12 min drive
‪Sunliner Diner - ‬12 min drive
‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬13 min drive
‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
‪Burro Azul - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Fun: Kayak, Paddleboard & Private Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Fun: Kayak, Paddleboard & Private Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Fun: Kayak, Paddleboard & Private Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Fun: Kayak, Paddleboard & Private Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from West Beach and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Gulf Shores Beach. Lagoon Pass Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Shelly Z.

13 Apr 2025

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

awesome week!

quiet and able to get to the water easily.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda A.

22 Mar 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Location great, listing misleading

This property is nice overall. The reason for the lower number of stars is because the listing is a bit misleading. I'm going to list what's right with it, then what can be improved: What's right: - location is great; quiet, away from crowds, on the lagoon across the street from the beach- beach gear, chairs, toys are all great- shower in the house and outdoors are niceWhat is misleading: - Photos taken appear to be in .5, making it look larger than it is. It's probably 800 sq ft. - "Master bedroom" is a small bedroom. There is no attached bath to any room. - .5 bath is a toilet and a sink that was a closet they converted after the fact, next to the full bathroom. There is one full bathroom.- NO SUPPLIES AT ALL. We arrived after a late flight. There was no soap in the entire house. We couldn't wash our hands. - Plan as if you are camping and bring everything.There is no soap(!), no salt/pepper, no food supplies, no bags, no TP, nothing. You get 1 trash bag,1 roll tp and a couple of towels. They have plates, cookwear and untensils. After an email a guy dropped off a tiny travel set of 1 shampoo, 1 conditioner...for 4 people?!- No warm blankets.- No central air; 4 wall units in rooms.- Reviews are questionable.- No communication before check-in. I emailed twice. Later communication was better, not great.- It is between two houses. It seems this property is handled by a mgmt co, not the owners and they can improve for this price point. Has potential to improve.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

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10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

17 Mar 2025

Cozy, Excellent, Perfect Location

If you’re looking for a quieter section of Gulf Shores with quick access to the beach and a fun space to hangout with friends then this is a great location. There are plenty of things to keep you occupied and my group had no issue fitting 10 into this house.

10/10 Excellent

Sheila H.

4 Nov 2024

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

Peaceful

If you want a place to rest and rejuvenate, this is the place. Didn't go to Gulf! Was happy to sit on the back deck and look at the lagoon all week. The house is clean and the beds are comfortable.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

15 Oct 2024

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

Great house and location

The house is very child friendly with games and activities to keep the kids occupied. The beach across the street made it very convenient for our family. The beach itself was clean and very private. Restaurants and stores are just a short drive away.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie/Skip S.

3 Sept 2024

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

Cuteness and location in one place

This was a "bucket list" trip for my mom, to be at the beach. Location was perfect with the Lagoon in the back and the beach just across the street. The peninsula is quiet and the beach was PRIVATE! Didn't see other people on the beach until the last day. Weatherproof picnic table on the deck overlooking the lagoon was great for morning coffee. Owner was quick to respond before and during our booking. There were a couple of small maintenance things, but nothing major. Do plan to bring the necessities of garbage bags, foil, paper towels, etc. There's plenty of pots/pans, plates, bowls, glasses and silverware for everyone. Check in and out was a breeze, and it was very clean. Furniture was comfortable and cozy. Bar chairs were a fave!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent H.

22 June 2024

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

Amazing location

Such a beautiful location - both the beach across the road and the lagoon behind.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya K.

15 June 2024

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

Private and relaxing getaway

For nature lovers such as us, our trip was sprinkled with little magical moments. We really enjoyed the lagoon at dawn and dusk. Fish strikes were abundant, and we even almost landed a few! We pretty much had the beach to ourselves, and enjoyed it thoroughly. Spot is just right for two couples. We had plenty of space and options to stretch out. The amenities were spot-on. Communication with the owner was outstanding! Very friendly and lightning-fast responses.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Renea M.

5 June 2024

Lovely vacation

I took my daughter and six grands to the beach. The house was perfect. Six Littles shared the bunk room and giggled every night when the lights were out. Short walk to the beach where they searched for shells and treasures, rode waves, and laughed some more. Short drive to Pensacola to watch the Blue Angels practice and to Fort Morgan to explore. Other than that we never left the house. It has everything you need to create wonderful memories! ❤️

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 May 2024

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

Great place

The house was perfect for our families it and we enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren P.

7 Apr 2024

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

Spring break trip

This property was absolutely perfect for our spring break trip!!! The private lagoon in the back yard was so much fun for the kids and us!! The beach was a short walk across the street. The house was super clean and decorated very cute!!! We will definitely book again!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Jake T.

5 Apr 2024

Had a blast!

The Little Lady was spacious, clean, organized, and overall a great experience! We will be back!

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10/10 Excellent

Tara L.

28 Mar 2024

Enjoyed Our Stay!

We really enjoyed our first trip to Gulf Shores. Everyone told us to be aware of the Spring Breakers, but we never had a crowded day on the beach. In fact, many days we had the beach to ourselves! The location was perfect. Slightly out of town, but not too far. The lagoon was beautiful and the ocean was extremely close, about a 1 minute walk. We enjoyed having chairs and beach toys available without the hassle of renting them. The house was nice with comfortable beds and couch. If we visit Gulf Shores again, we would stay here again.

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10/10 Excellent

Patty E.

23 Jan 2024

Perfect!!!

The best of the best in every way!!

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Willis, TX J.

9 Oct 2023

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

Location is fantastic

The location is great. Truly just a few feet from the beach and right on the lagoon. Very clean house. Bummer you have to bring your own beach towels.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Tanesha F.

13 Aug 2023

Little Lady was a Winner

Little Lady was just as advertised…precious little house on the lagoon, with the most beautiful sunsets! We booked this house last minute and the communication was wonderful. The house has been updated with modern decor and appliances, and was quite comfortable for our crew of seven. The house was clean and well maintained. The kitchen was stocked with cookware, but do bring your own spices, foil, and other consumables. The outdoor shower was the best!! We enjoyed kayaking on the lagoon, sitting on the back porch for meals, lounging in the front deck to see stars, playing corn hole under the house, and of course, time at the beach. We definitely recommend The Little Lady to anyone looking for a cute, little house in a perfect location!

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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

29 July 2023

Great Family Trip!

We loved our stay at The Little Lady. We enjoyed the kayak and paddle boarding to use in the lagoon. It was a hit with my kids. The walk to the beach was very easy and the beach was beautiful. The house has everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We enjoyed sitting out back on the deck and drinking our morning coffee. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything you would need. We enjoyed our stay very much!

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10/10 Excellent

Chip S.

11 July 2023

Awesome beach vacation!

What a great stay in Gulf Shores! This house was perfect for our family. On the lagoon, 60 second walk to the beach, very quiet and just a few minute drive to town. We literally had the beach to ourselves. The house was very clean, very well stocked and just an overall comfortable place to stay. The owners take pride in their home and it shows. We’ll be back for sure!

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10/10 Excellent

Shane and Mindy P.

8 July 2023

The Little Lady was the perfect location for our boys first experience with the ocean!

Our family was ready for a relaxing beach vacation and the Little Lady provided it and more! The location is the best of both worlds. The lagoon in the back with a kayak and paddle board to use and across the road the Ocean! We were in the water everyday experiencing new adventures and making memories. The beach was basically private, perfect for our family to play football and frisbee without interrupting others. Our boys loved chasing crabs with headlamps at night on the beach. The house offered everything we needed and was the perfect size. We enjoyed eating outside on the deck and lounging on the front porch listening to the ocean! We recommend the Pier in the evening. We were able to see dolphins chasing fish and a shark. The music was great and we met locals who we could have sat with for hours. Make the drive to Fort Morgan it is worth it. Take the vacation, walk the beach, get sand between your toes and live life.... we will be back Little Lady!

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

25 June 2023

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

Great little beach house!

The house was really cute with plenty of room for our family. It was clean and the kitchen had everything we needed. We really enjoyed the outdoor shower after a day at the beach. We would stay here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daina R.

27 Feb 2023

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

A special little lady

We have been visiting gulf shores/orange beach for 12+ years. Little Lady was our first experience having extremely easy access to both the beach and lagoon with both areas being very private. The property was well equipped,clean,comfortable and a 15/20 min drive to restaurants,grocery store etc. Im already sharing the link w fam and friends who have little ones or just want a quaint place to enjoy beautiful sunsets and some quiet time

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan T.

1 Oct 2022

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

Great home for a small family!

Overall, great experience! They had all of the basic necessities—other than scissors. The house was very clean and the view was absolutely beautiful! The walk to the beach was very short which was very nice with kids. The lagoon was a nice although it wasn’t clear. We fished in it quite a bit and thoroughly enjoyed that! We had our whole family in the house one night for dinner—7 adults and 4 kids—and we didn’t feel cramped for space! WEAR SHOES! Something that comes along with staying at the beach is the little prickly things that hang out in the brush. Side note: we came towards the end of September and the biting flies were unbearable. We couldn’t really hang out on the beach much—even with bug spray but maybe they aren’t usually bad? Not sure if it was because the north wind was blowing very strong or the fact that we were in the lagoon. We normally stay in Orange Beach and haven’t had a problem with flies in the past. Overall great experience other than flies which isn’t the hosts fault.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kym C.

9 Aug 2022

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

Just Lovely

We went with two little ones, grandparents, and siblings–so it was a full house. But it was amazing how the house could flex to make it all work. The location was ideal for us as it was away from all the craziness of the strip and the public beaches. All of the amenities were incredibly thoughtful. It felt like they had truly thought through just about everything we could have needed (including SO many super helpful hooks and shelves for multi-person storage). Be sure to bring coffee filters, ziploc bags, and extra toilet paper/paper towels if you use them. The kitchen was really well-stocked with necessities. The only thing you might miss are pot holders (there is one silicone one that is REALLY hard to use) and some pans for roasting if that's something you do a lot of. There are two small pans for that kind of thing–which wasn't enough for our larger crew. Oh, and the first aid kit really only had bandaids. You'll want to bring your own kit to be fully stocked. The lagoon and ocean options were clutch. Obviously the ocean is fascinating and beautiful. We were there at some point everyday. The lagoon was a surprise for us. Our kids absolutely loved the calmer/shallower waters and the grown ups had a ton of fun on the paddleboard and boats. Cleanliness was a little bit of an issue (some of the linens were not clean when we arrived, the floor was pretty sandy and we had to sweep upon arrival, and the bathrooms looked like they had been cleaned quickly), but the property managers were quick to get ahold of and the problem was resolved within 24 hours. We would 100% stay here again. Every year. It was just lovely.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Olivia C.

16 July 2022

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

Perfect for a quiet, more private stay

If you’re looking for a more private getaway this would work for you. It’s away from the hustle and bustle and the beach isn’t crowded. The house fit us well with 4 adults, one teen, and 2 kids. Anymore adults it wouldn’t have worked. It was a bit smaller than we expected. Beds were comfortable though. Relaxing on the front porch or the back deck was nice. There’s not a lot traffic down the road so you can hear the ocean but you can’t really see it. Sunsets off the back deck are beautiful. The bay out back was great for the little kids to just get their feet wet and play in the sand. The kayak and paddle board worked out well for us and the bay is pretty shallow so it’s easy to practice if you’ve never done it before. There was an abundance of sand toys for the kids, life jackets, beach chairs and umbrella. Overall it was clean and tidy. There were plenty towels for the bathrooms. The second shower outside wasn’t terrible but there were weeds growing into it. Be careful walking barefoot, there were some thorns around the property. The washer and dryer were very clean but with the humidity, we had to leave the door open to get our clothes and towels to dry. We had a lovely, quiet stay.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi L.

13 July 2022

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

Cute Beach House

We had a great trip. The host was great and the house was too. Good location.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by GSM Properties

Owned and managed by four young families with a total of 17 kids between them. They know what it’s like to travel to a place only to find out it wasn’t quite what they had in mind. That’s why they created GSM Properties, to accommodate babies, toddlers, young ones, tweens, and even teenagers. They’re available 24/7 and want to make sure you have a vacation experience you’ll never forget with your family.

Why they chose this property

Thoughtfully remodeled bungalow. Gulf beach access is right across the street, private lagoon beach is in the backyard. Accommodates 10 guests—ideal for families with kids. The lagoon beach/water is calmer, warmer, safer, and shallower. Kayak and standing paddleboard provided along with additional beach gear.

What makes this property unique

On a quiet road with beach access directly across the street. Private lagoon beach that kids love! Outdoor shower to wash off the sand after coming in from the beach. Great family getaway!

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