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Massive Decking and Stunning Views

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Expansive deck!
Living area
Living area
Interior
Living area

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, Alabama
  • Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Massive Decking and Stunning Views

Welcome to The Porthole—Your Perfect Beachside Retreat!

Highlights

• Spacious Decks: Unusually large decks let you fully enjoy the view, the sound of the surf, and outdoor living at its best.
• Quiet Community: Nestled in Surfside, a serene beachside neighborhood with lighter crowds and sugar-white sands.
• Endless Exploration: Stroll along tree-lined streets or explore the area by bike for a peaceful beachside experience.

The Space

• Main Floor:
• 2 King bedrooms (one with hall bath, one with Jack & Jill bath shared with the twin bunk room).
• 1 Twin bedroom featuring 2 sets of twin bunk beds.
• A cozy TV room with a sleeper sofa that doubles as a 5th bedroom.
• Fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops, living, and dining areas.
• Laundry closet for convenience.
• 2nd Floor:
• Expansive primary bedroom with a King bed, private bath (soaking tub, separate shower, double sinks), and balcony access.

Beach Access

• Conveniently located just across the street and five houses to the east!

Amenities

• Standalone 50-lb ice maker.
• Snowbird-friendly with special off-season pricing available.
• Renter must be at least 25 years old; guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Explore Fort Morgan

• Nearby Essentials: Dollar General and Sassy Bass Market are just minutes away for your basic needs.
• Dining Options: Enjoy local flavors at Tacky Jack’s, Sassy Bass, Coast, and the new Jesse’s restaurant. Some venues even feature live entertainment!
• Fishing & Wildlife: The Fort Morgan fishing pier is open for inshore fishing. Don’t miss exploring Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge, a 7,000-acre coastal haven with four trails and stunning natural beauty.

Your Beach Adventure Awaits!

Make your next getaway unforgettable at The Porthole - book today!

Property manager

Coastal View Vacations
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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 indicated that 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 near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fort Morgan, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary and Billy's Seafood are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Gulf Shores, Alabama

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Fort Morgan - 14 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 25 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass Market Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fort Morgan Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gulfside Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Massive Decking and Stunning Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Massive Decking and Stunning Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Massive Decking and Stunning Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Massive Decking and Stunning Views 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

8.2

Very good

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Donna T., Greenville Alabama

Perfect Place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The beach house was perfect!!! So close to the beach you can sit on the huge deck and listen to the waves. Our new favorite place to stay! Coastal View staff were TERRIFIC.

10/10 Excellent

Darla C.

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

Treasure of a place

I do not have words on this house! Location was so wonderful very quiet neighborhood very nice house
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce C.

Golf trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were four guys on a golf trip to Kiva Dunes. This was our fourth year and The Porthole was by far our best choice of accommodation. Spacious and clean with great decks and views. The management team went out of there way to make our stay a great one. Hopefully they'll have us back next year!
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6/10 Okay

Kevin D.

Not so cool in Gulf Shores

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house itself was a nice size. Very good location. AC unit never cooled the house. On the upstairs bedroom it got as high as 83 degrees. Main level was generally around 76 during the day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ken C.

Great Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: For a property located off the beach, this is as close as it gets! Off the beach rates for a house that has a shorter walk to the beach than most condominiums we have rented. The house was very spacious, especially the front deck, which has a great view of the Gulf! Property Management was very attentive and even pulled our trash cans to the street for us on trash day.

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina W.

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

close to beach

We really liked being so close to the beach for the quick walk as well as sitting on nicely shaded front deck and seeing and hearing the ocean. The beach and water were so nice and clear. We enjoyed the entire week in the spacious house with plenty of room to spread out and sleep. The beds were all so comfortable and having 3 KING beds was a benefit. The kitchen is beautiful and made preparing all our meals very easy and nice with lots of amenities and dishes. The ice machine is huge and a hit for sure as well as the filtered water/ice from the modern fridge. I would highly recommend this house and would stay here again! Thanks Dee Dee for checking in with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Brittany G.

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

Not clean

I was looking forward to this stay, as it was a wonderful house and great location. My excitement quickly turned to disappointment as we discovered how unclean this property was. Food splatters on cabinets, dirt around the toilets, dust and debris on tables but the biggest thing was roaches... we found several dead. By the end of our stay, we found several alive. I bought bleach and cleaning supplies to at least clean the bathrooms before use. The AC needed some serious maintenance as well, as we could never get the temperature regulated. I hope the owners get some necessary repairs (floor was covered with plywood from a soft spot) completed and it sprayed for bugs before they let other families stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James N.

An Enjoyable Week

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: There were some air conditioner issues during the week and the folks at Coastal View Vacations were great. They got air conditioner professionals out promptly and followed up to be sure we were satisfied. It took two trips for the repairmen to take care of everything, but Coastal View was very helpful and caring. Once the ac was properly repaired, time there was great. This was our third year in this house and we have reserved it again for next summer.
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6/10 Okay

Kay N.

The Porthole

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We've stayed here multiple times over many years, under several different agencies over the years. We love the house, layout, location, amenities, etc. Updates have been appropriate and appreciated. There is one re-occurring problem, that the owner does not seem willing to address. The air conditioner is not adequate to keep the house comfortable. 80 degrees at bedtime in the upstairs bedroom is not acceptable, and may ultimately be a deal breaker for our families. It seems to be a problem each time we stay here, with various reasons provided. The rental agency has addressed our issues well.
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4/10 Poor

Kelsi T.

Ehh, not the best experience.

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay began roughly, the AC did not work properly, it was miserable. Going to bed with our house at 80 degrees is not ideal after soaking up the sun ALL day long. The dishwasher took several cycles to get the dishes even remotely clean, the dryer blower did not work properly, it took at least 3 cycles to get even a decent dry on our clothes. The home was okay, kinda small. We dealt with maintenance at least 1/2 of our stay which was NOT ideal with the money you pay for these homes. I will say, Coastal View's company was very prompt on our concerns, I was never ignored, and they did address our concerns so that was nice but that was it. I was not looking for a payday or a quick refund by any means but with the amount of issues we had just starting off you'd of thought our family was offered some sort of incentive for our troubles. Like a voucher for dinner somewhere or for some beach tents rented for us for the beach? Idk, just some sort of small nice gesture to maybe help make our stay a little less stressful since it was our vacation. Overall though, it made our family vacation rough, kids were cranky because there was not much room to play, no tv in their room etc. Adults were crabby because our house so hot, even at bedtime, and on top of that having to deal with maintenance throughout our stay. It just was not it.
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10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location of this house was absolutely perfect!! Neighborhood was quiet and peaceful so if you are looking for a place to relax and enjoy the tranquility while reading a book or just chilling with friends or family, this is a great spot. Everyone at Coastal View Vacations is very helpful and friendly!!
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10/10 Excellent

Viginia Charlene S.

Lovely

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very clean. Stocked with everything you need. Great view of the ocean.5

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