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Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 17222.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Gulf Shores, AL
  • West Beach
    2 min walk
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    12 min walk
  • Hangout Music Fest
    7 min drive
  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    12 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

+2
5 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Sunny oceanfront home with beach access, balcony, washer/dryer, & WiFi

Sandbox-A Gulf Coast Paradise Retreat

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White sandy beaches mere steps from your door sounds like paradise, and it can be yours when you stay here at the Sandbox on the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy waking up to the sounds of serene ocean waves, birds, and the dolphins playing. With no shortage of things to do, sights to see, and things to experience, you and your group will create memories that will last a lifetime. Para sail, boat, fish, snorkel, paddle board, and do every other waterfront activity imaginable. After playing on the beach, explore historical landmarks, tour downtown and find local eateries, and discover family friendly attractions. Play a few rounds on the top-ranked Kiva Dunes Golf Course, or challenge your loved ones to some rounds of tennis on the nearby courts.

Inside you'll find a bright interior and welcoming air throughout. Gather around the comfortable furniture and enjoy good conversations or host a movie night on the TV. Hobby chefs will love preparing home-cooked meals in the full kitchen, equipped with all the cupboard space you'll ever need and a long breakfast bar that sits at least five. With four bedrooms and eleven beds, there are plenty of places to rest your head from the day's activities. Kids will love bunking together and making memories in the bunk beds that they'll remember forever. Sip your morning coffee on the patio and bask in the Gulf of Mexico sunrise reflecting on the water, feeling your cares melt away.

THINGS TO KNOW
A Queen-size sofa bed is provided.
This property is managed by Vacasa Alabama LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 vehicles.

Dock details:



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

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Ocean view

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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

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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. The Park at OWA and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 2 min walk
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 12 min walk
  • Hangout Music Fest - 7 min drive
  • Waterville USA - 8 min drive
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Burro Azul - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunny oceanfront home with beach access, balcony, washer/dryer, & WiFi pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunny oceanfront home with beach access, balcony, washer/dryer, & WiFi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunny oceanfront home with beach access, balcony, washer/dryer, & WiFi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunny oceanfront home with beach access, balcony, washer/dryer, & WiFi located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of West Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf State Park and Orange Beach Beaches are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

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7.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

7.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Candace H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot, ocean is at your feet when u leave the covered porch
Beautiful spot
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Krista C.

Absolutely perfect!
You can't get any closer to the beach. The layout is great and very cozy.

4/10 Poor

Shelly B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Great location; horrible property
If you want a ocean front location and aren't picky about the interior of the house; this should be fine. But as you will note from other guests; this house is in desperate need of updating. Chipped paint, worn out fabrics, kitchen table cracked and barely standing. Holes in the walls, roaches in the kitchen and bathroom. It is seriously run down. Cheap metal blinds over the windows that don't offer complete privacy. Will not return to this location. Take everything that is stated by past guests as gospel.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nathaniel P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tu T.

Cute little house!
Plenty of space for two families. Great layout of the kitchen and ample parking. Have to say the deck is the main star of the property! Plenty of room for family and friends to lay out AND STILL HAVE A GREAT VIEW ha ha. We found everything in good working order and the proximity to shopping and food helped our young adults not necessarily stick to us "older people"
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6/10 Okay

David L.

Great location / but old home
Lots of issues that caused it to be less than relaxing. But customer service was on top of it and did what they could, I guess. Always responded and got someone out
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2/10 Terrible

jack j.

Okay house. Kitchen needs cleaning and maintenance
Porch best asset.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
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6/10 Okay

Lise J.

Great Location !
Great location, toes in the sand right outside your door. The property is a very dated and could use some TLC. But we had a great time, and appreciate you sharing your home .
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6/10 Okay

Kay P.

Sandbox April 2024
The deck, beachfront views and access.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

Nice ocean front getaway
Very much enjoyed the location and will definitely be coming back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Walter M.

Great Stay
Perfect spot right on the beach. The house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Melissa-Brad K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location but needs upkeep
House is in a great location, everyone was great to work with, but the house could use some basic upkeep such as replace upstairs door handle, steam clean the arms of the couches, ect. Upstairs gets super hot.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
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6/10 Okay

Tayler M.

Family Vacation
The house is in a perfect location if you’re looking for something a little further away from the large condos. Bedrooms are fairly spacious and the deck is amazing! The best part about the home is the deck and the fact that you’re 50 feet from water. The furniture in the bedrooms are completely outdated and the home needs some love. The kitchen and bathrooms could be re-done rather than letting it continue to deteriorate. Great location overall, just needs some updating for sure! Not sure if I would book the same spot again or not but feel like an honest review is needed.
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10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Loved this home directly on the sand of the beach!
Loved that we just had to step off the porch and onto the sand! The deck is huge and amazing and partly covered in case of rain. There was a bit of weed and tear in the house but honestly that just made it feel more homely. It ended up just being my 18 year old son and myself so we didn’t use two to the bedrooms. I will be saving this home for the future for sure!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Misleading and very overpriced!
Filthy cabinets and dirty and ghetto in general. No kitchen rags or towels. Property old and very outdated and in need of remodel. Clean beds. Spacious nice deck! Great location. An extensive report was taken by your representative who was so nice by phone weeks ago and we have not heard how you’re willing to compensate us.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Babette L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Loved it!
Pros: so very close to beach Out side shower/ hose Clean and roomy Great washer/dryer Plenty bath towels Deck was great! Cons: sheets didn’t fit bed Only 5 wash rags Someone hadn’t cleaned coffee Pot ( yuck). I left it clean! Needed more dish soap Overall it was wonderful! Miner things that just need to be addressed. Maybe little things that Need to be put on a check list
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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4/10 Poor

Ronnie W.

The Arkansas Family of 13
We loved being able to walk a short distance to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach vacation
This property was exactly what I needed for my vacation spot! The view and accessibility to the water exceeded my expectations! The deck was amazing and allowed enough space to hang out in the evening! The location was in a great spot and so close to shopping and restaurants! The house had ample space for four families, allowing everyone to have a bed! I hope to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Leslee C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Beach and deck are gems
While this house could use some major updates, the location and beach access are winners. The reviews are pretty accurate, so we brought our own cookware. You can’t feed 16 people with two small pots and one crab boil pot. There were plenty of plates and silverware to go around. We did invest in some good vinaigrette tablecloths for the deck since the kitchen table was used for our gear. The beds are subpar and many of the mattresses in the bunk room are just blocks of foam (a downer for us since we had adults in the bunk room). The beach and newly redone deck though made this a pearl. Unfortunately, this is managed by Vacasa and they were not very attentive to issues with the house. The washer needs to be repaired, one of the bunks was broken , so two people slept on mattresses on the floor. This property could upgrade a little in the off season and really shine. We enjoyed our trip because we were together as a family. The weather was perfect and the beach was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Shawn M.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
Great spot but gross accommodations
The owner is not involved in making your stay a wonderful experience because they pay a property management company to handle everything. When has a property management agency ever been concerned about making your feel at home? Trash was piled high under the house, drain flys were inside the house and always buzzing in your face, the sink faucet has so much green slime growing in it you didn’t want to touch it, all plumbing fixtures were gross and old. Beach access was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
200% recommend
This house is great, sits right on the beach, walk out back door and off the porch and you are on the sand. Had everything we needed to make it home for the week. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joey B., Leroy, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Beachfront
The ultimate piece of this location is the porch/deck that is expansive and a very few steps from the water. The house is older but clean with nice furnishings. My grandchildren LOVED our stay and didn’t want to leave. If you will be doing serious cooking, you may want to bring cookware to handle. We hope to return again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good

Robert S.

Great, not Perfect
It was a great place with wonderful access. It was a little worn but, perfect for our trip. 8 guys on a bachelor party trip. 5 star down to 4 stars because the cookware was very worn and no large skillets. Try cooking 2 pounds of bacon 2 slices at a time. The other thing is they could have supplied garbage bags. We left the ones we had to buy even though they did not fit the trash cans well.
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa J.

Sandbox
It is a cute house right on the beach. Large living area made game night with my adult kids enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

Amazing Spot
The porch! Was an amazing spot to spend most of the day. A few steps from the beach. Would definitely stay again!

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