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Gulf-Front Retreat w/Private Balcony, Views, Shared Outdoor Pool, Outdoor Shower

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Living area
Outdoor dining
Beach
Beach
Pool

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 696.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Gulf-Front Retreat w/Private Balcony, Views, Shared Outdoor Pool, Outdoor Shower

Driftwood Towers 3H

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Just west of the Gulf Place public beach entertainment area in Gulf Shores, Driftwood Towers is a serene and relaxing yet fun and welcoming condominium complex.

A sparkling outdoor swimming pool faces the Gulf of Mexico with its sea oat-covered dunes and expansive beachfront area that provides ample space for vacationing families to build sandcastles, splash in the Gulf, stroll underneath the starry sky and simply enjoy spending time together.

You'll find everything you need to prepare and enjoy meals in your condo's fully equipped kitchen and dining area, but if you enjoy cooking and dining outdoors, a grilling area is located on site.

Each individual condo features its own private balcony giving you the option to extend your living space outdoors, watch the sun rise and set each day, and relax to the sounds of the surf, seagulls and happy families playing below.

Driftwood Towers is centrally located in Gulf Shores, meaning you are within close proximity to popular attractions like the newly revitalized, beautiful main public beach area, Waterville USA, hiking and biking trails, Gulf State Park, dining options ranging from fast food to upscale coastal cuisine and everything in between, and tiny mom-and-pop boutiques as well as large stores filled with everything you'll ever need for your vacation.

Also nearby is the Popular Hangout restaurant, which draws families all hours of the day and night to play games, dine on tasty seafood, listen to live music and take full advantage of the beach life.

Book your next vacation at Driftwood Towers. You'll be near all the fun and still be able to retreat from your busy lifestyle.

Parking notes: There is parking available for a fee and charges will apply for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 3.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Alabama
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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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
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. 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

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Gulf State Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Waterville USA - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burro Azul - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Gulf-Front Retreat w/Private Balcony, Views, Shared Outdoor Pool, Outdoor Shower have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Gulf-Front Retreat w/Private Balcony, Views, Shared Outdoor Pool, Outdoor Shower pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gulf-Front Retreat w/Private Balcony, Views, Shared Outdoor Pool, Outdoor Shower?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf-Front Retreat w/Private Balcony, Views, Shared Outdoor Pool, Outdoor Shower?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf-Front Retreat w/Private Balcony, Views, Shared Outdoor Pool, Outdoor Shower located?

This family-friendly Gulf Shores condo building is located on the beach, 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).

Reviews

7.8

Good

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Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 20 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Lynn H.

Great Location

Great location, beach was awesome, not crowded at all. Older condo but worth the stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley J.

Best vacation spot

The most amazing vacation spot ever! So convenient to beach, restaurants and entertainment! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen L.

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

Dirty Floors and sandy

The view was great from the balcony
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Kim B.

Nice condo

Clean, comfortable, great for 4 people. Good location, beautiful view, wonderful beach!
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T.

Carolyn

Convenient and pretty easily accessible

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Perfect spot...

Such a great location and a wonderful little getaway. The large sliding doors to the balcony provided much needed relaxation listening to the surf and watching the waves roll in.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
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6/10 Okay

sherry R.

Clean

Needs new furniture and some TLC.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Michael Q.

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

Spring break

Nice time with family. There are some maintenance issues that need to be addressed. I’m a contractor in Mobile. Contact me if you need help
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Casey M.

Amazing

We loved everything about it! Only complaint is that the dryer didn’t work which was a big bummer because we needed to wash towels and clothes and couldn’t ever get them dried afterwards.

6/10 Okay

Kelly B.

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

Great location, needs renovation

Whole property need renovations, pool liner was nasty, furniture was stained, time for major redo
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mary D.

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

Family Vacation

This unit was located in a great location but is dated by decor/furniture and needs some physical repairs. The balcony was missing a chair so only 3 of our 4 guests could sit out on the balcony together. The bedroom has a door leading to the balcony with a screen door that the glass has been removed because the handle doesn’t work. It’s decent and has amazing views, was well stocked with kitchen needs as well as linens for the week. Washer and dryer in unit were great for laundry. Would stay in this unit again if minor repairs were fixed to help the stay more enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Only issue

Everything good but the television. The living room system would not accept any instructions from the remote. I installed new batteries but it did no good. The # 1 bedroom would work after finally working with the remote but it would change program being watched for an hour or 2 to the childrens channel. Okay but aggravating. The # 2 bedroom worked pretty good but had the problem of changing the channel without instructions. My opinion is the problem is either the remotes or the chip card inserted in the TV box, not the TV's themselves.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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4/10 Poor

Pamela C.

Disappointed

This condo is not kept up at all. I read previous reviews and was disappointed at the actual condition. Neither toilet worked properly. There was a big hole in the ceiling outside the bathroom with a paper towel stuck in it. Mold was all over the ceiling in this area and in places in the bathroom. Underneath the kitchen sink was rotted. The pillows were disgusting. They were very stained. The only good thing about this condo was the location.

10/10 Excellent

Patty H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer B.

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

Roadside Motel

On a positive note, the location of the property is great and the grounds are well kept considering its age. Vacasa, the property management team, could not have been easier to work with and was incredibly responsive. But I would not recommend staying in this particular unit! There was trash on the floor upon arrival, there were holes in the ceiling, towel bars partially missing in the bathroom, the furniture in the living room was covered in body stains and was incredibly uncomfortable. The mattress in the master felt 20 years past its prime and the comforters were shoved in the closets and looked like something from a roadside motel. To say this unit was dated is an understatement. Style is one thing, but everything was completely worn out and gross. We didn't sleep the entire vacation because of the mattresses. Property management delivered new pillows and blankets which helped, but the king mattress was beyond help. It felt very much like the owners abandoned their property 30 years ago and never looked back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
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8/10 Good

Andrew B.

Great location!

Property was clean and the location was fantastic.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Kim H., Fond du Lac, Wisconsin

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

Fun Family Vacay

Location was perfect. Close walk to the beach. Nice pool area. Close to restaurants and shopping. Bahama Bob’s, which is right next door, has amazing food and drinks. The management was very attentive and responsive to communicate with. The building could use some cosmetic work and the condo needs updating and cosmetic work as well. All in all we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ivy G.

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

Driftwood

The renting process was very easy. The location was excellent! It was an older property but was clean some of the furniture was beginning to show its age but we weren’t in the room that much. It was very close to the beach and there were plenty of lounge chairs at the pool. Loved having a balcony that looked over the beach. When we were in the room that is where we were. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
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6/10 Okay

Susan F.

Susan F

Beach access and we could walk to most restaurants and other stores.
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8/10 Good

Michael S.

Worth a try

The grounds of the condo were very well kept. The pool area very neat and clean. The BBQ area had very good, up to date pits. The location, right off the pool, made barbecuing a pleasure, not a chore. The green spaces were immaculate... The condo unit itself was clean but needs updating, especially the bathrooms.. All in all a very good experience. My wife and I would not hesitate to rent this condo again.

About the host

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