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Gulf Shores, Al Ft Morgan, Pet Friendly Beach House only 40 steps to sand dunes-

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2022
2022
Beach
First level living area includes big screen television and comfortable seating
Lower level bath with shower

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Convertible bed(s)

+2
2 Single Beds, 2 Queen Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 main level

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 upstairs master bdrm

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining
Living area
Exterior

About this property

Gulf Shores, Al Ft Morgan, Pet Friendly Beach House only 40 steps to sand dunes-

INTERNET- Starlink Satellite-
"SPECIAL SNOWBIRD RATE", winter periods of 1November - 31 March, (1) one to (6) months.
The 'Dunes' Beach House is located in Cabana Beach subdivision, 8961 Pompano Way, on Fort Morgan Peninsula, in Gulf Shores, Alabama, next door to the open, uncrowded "Veterans Beach" of Bon Secour Wildlife Refuge.
We are almost beachfront without the cost. Pompano Way Road dead ends in front of our house, walk left out of our driveway, no roads or lots to cross. and about 40 steps you are in the Sand, an area that has the sugar-white sand/quartz Beach, which is the whitest, cleanest and softest in the world! It's composed of 99% pure silica quartz (found only in S. Ala and in NW Florida Pan Handle). It was washed down from the Appalachian Mountains thousands of years ago and deposit by the rivers onto the S Ala an NW Fla coastline.

Just down the road is the historic Ft Morgan, and a ferry that crosses the bay to historic Fort Gains on Dauphin Island.

The 'Dunes' brings back memories of long ago, when you sit on one of the two decks, and listen to the birds, watch the waves roll in and sometimes dolphins playing. You can enjoy the beautiful sunrises and sunsets, see the stars at night with no obstruction of streetlights.

The two-story Beach House is cozy with two covered decks, swing, two picnic tables, hammock.

-Ground level has an outside shower with hot and cold water, utility room with a washer, two dryers, gas fish cooker, and lots of beach toys, maybe even a forgotten kite. There is a picnic table, swing, hammock and chairs.
-Main level has a deck overlooking beach/gulf, living room with sleeper sofa, cable tv, Internet. The kitchen is open and fully equipped. It has a breakfast bar which seats two and a table that seats eight. Off the hallway are two bedrooms, and a shower bath. One bedroom has twin beds with tv, the other has two queen sized beds, with tv. This level has all ceramic tile flooring which is easy to maintain.
-The master bedroom is up a flight of stairs to the top level. It has its own bath, and private deck overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. This room has walk-in closet, tv, telephone, king-size bed.

When they are training you can also enjoy the Navy's 'Blue Angels', which are based in nearby Pensacola. They train in the Cabana Beach area. We have one of the pilots trained, when we are on the beach, and he comes flying low over the gulf we frantically wave, and he does a 180-degree flip to flying upside down!
We have volunteer fire department, so no fireworks or "fires" are allowed.
INTERNET Starlink Satellite-very good reception.

Pets are allowed with prior approval.
1/2 of rental rate is required when reservations are confirmed, remainder is due 45 days prior to reservation date.

Key) six words: 'The Dunes' Gulf Shores, Ft. Morgan, fishing, pet friendly Beach House, almost beachfront. about 40 steps and you are in sand dunes/beach.

Property manager

Leroy Hanks,

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets allowed with prior approval.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside house. smoking pots on deck.
WE do ask soiled dishes please have in dish washer, washing Bulldogs and similar type dogs not allowed
If hurricane occurs in this area and Gulf Shores issues an evacuation order all monies paid will be refunded.
If cancellation after 60 or 30 days, will try to re-rent property, if re-rented then all monies will be returned.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Cabana Beach, 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 Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Zooland Mini Golf and Waterville USA 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

  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min drive
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 5 min drive
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 9 min drive
  • Fort Morgan - 17 min drive
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass Market Place - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fort Morgan Pizza - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Beach Club Village Market and Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gulfside Bar and Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf Shores, Al Ft Morgan, Pet Friendly Beach House only 40 steps to sand dunes- pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Gulf Shores, Al Ft Morgan, Pet Friendly Beach House only 40 steps to sand dunes-?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Shores, Al Ft Morgan, Pet Friendly Beach House only 40 steps to sand dunes-?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Gulf Shores, Al Ft Morgan, Pet Friendly Beach House only 40 steps to sand dunes- located?

Located in Cabana Beach, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Bon Secour Bay and within 3 miles (5 km) of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Kiva Dunes Golf Course. Fort Morgan Beach and Fort Morgan are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet beach community
Property has easy access to the beach in private community. I have stayed many times and its always awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
Property was exactly what we needed and we love the neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach getaway
We and our dogs spent the week at Dune Ranch. The property was clean and true to the pictures. Neighborhood was private and safe. Beach access was convenient. The beach was not crowded and clean. The views and sounds are amazing from the property. The owners were easy to work with. We would consider booking again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Loved this house, was very relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

chrisann c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vaca
Location was perfect. Beach was not crowded. House was clean. Owners are good people. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant trip
My wife and I (along with our 2 small dogs) spent the month of February at this nice home. The location is ideal: It’s at the end of a dead end street, only a few steps from Veterans Beach, which is owned by the US government. Dogs on leashes are allowed on this beach, and our furry “children” thoroughly enjoyed themselves. The house has two decks and great views. It is a 3 bedroom and 2 bath home that is well furnished. We felt like there was lots of room for our group of 2 adults and 2 dogs. The kitchen was stocked with plenty of dishes, utensils, and a large starter set of consumable supplies (e.g., paper towels, dishwasher detergent, toilet paper, etc.). Leroy and Nan were wonderful to work with. They provided lots of helpful information about the local area, and were immediately responsive to questions by either email or phone. They demonstrated the ideal balance of helpful hosts, but were not overly intrusive. Our goal was a quiet vacation. This house, with its wonderful location, greatly exceeded the goal. We explored numerous local restaurants (definitely go to Jesse’s on the Bay - about 2 minutes away!). The house is in the Cabana Beach subdivision, which in February consists of a nice blend of full time residents, snow birds and empty houses. It is located about 12 miles from the middle of Gulf Shores on the Fort Morgan road. In February, there is hardly any traffic and the trip back to Gulf Shores goes quickly. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
House was in a great location. Very quiet and steps to a beautiful beach. Plenty of room and very clean. Owners were very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Perry T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our happy place
Love this house and location, Leroy is very gracious owner will help you if you need anything. We stayed here the last 2 years
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy Beach Access, safe and quiet
Love this wonderful home and its neighborhood. The beach is easy to get to and is never crowded. Safe to vacation alone or with families. I love going back as much as I can!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ang A., St Louis, MO

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best beach
The beach house is on the best uncrowded pet-friendly beach only one house away from the beach dune trail. It was great to be able to bring the pup along and fun to meet other dogs while at the beach. Check-in was easy, and the owner sent lots of details, including a recommendation for a good restaurant in town we may not have picked otherwise. Owner responded quickly when we had one issue come up. The beds were very comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked for cooking meals. There is a nice ocean view from the porches, and being in a quiet neighborhood made for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jayce's first beach trip
Beautiful weather. Wonderful house.it was a perfect place for a 2 year olds' first time on the beach. There were sand bars right at the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very lovely
It was a very nice beach house to stay in. We loved how close it was to the beach and had views of the ocean all around!! We love to stay at Fort Morgan for our beach trips. The owners are so lovely to speak to. They make sure you have everything you need!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation
Leroy and Nan are excellent hosts! They genuinely care about their guests and checked in with us while we were there. Beautiful views and easy access to the beach. The neighborhood pier was the best place to watch the sunset. Lots of fish caught and released! Loved that everything was private and that you were in your own little paradise. House was well stocked with everything you need to cook meals. We even made cupcakes with the kids on a rainy day. We definitely plan to come back and stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet Spot for a Vacay
This was sweet little house for our family of 4 adults and 6 teenagers. Close to beach and quiet!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jeremy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing in the gulf
We really enjoyed our trip. The hosts checked on us a couple of times to see if we needed anything. The house suited 6 of us with 2 dogs very nicely. Very short walk to the beach and the house included a lot of the beach essentials.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great vacay!
Enjoyed our stay here! Great house and neighborhood! Just a short walk to a private beach, no crowds and it was absolutely beautiful! The owners were great! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
This house was home away from home for 6 adults and everything was just as described. It was just steps to the beach and a lovely view. Kitchen was well-stocked, new appliances, and we made lots of fresh fish tacos. Our family never felt crowded and we brought our dog too. All in all a sweet hone away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and community
Private community with easy access to the beach. Kind and attentive owners. We had a wonderful and rest-filled stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
The cabin was perfect. Everything is just as described.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway!
Our group had a great time! The walk to the beach was a breeze and the house was everything the listing promised! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Perry T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house on beach
Love the location, very quiet, feels secluded, very nice House. Would love to come back next year. Was clean and stocked with about everything you would need Owner was good to work with
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and house was spacious
Excellent view and access to beach. House accommodated my family including my college age daughter and my mother as well as myself and my husband very well. House could easily sleep 10.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Kimby B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Host
The host was great. She did all she could to make sure that the house was ready; however, cleaning crew did not arrive on time and we ended up checking in at 6 PM, not 3 PM. This was NOT the host's fault, but did put a kink in our plans for the day. Host was very apologetic and helpful. Home was very spacious and had all the supplies we needed plus some. It is one of the older homes in the area as others are being updated or torn down around the neighborhood; however, it was what we needed and we had no issues with the home itself. Beach was beautiful and was very close to the home as promised. Would stay here again even with the cleaning issues!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Beach Getaway
Leroy was an excellent host! The property has amazing beach views and is just steps from the sand! The beach was amazing— never crowded. We loved that we were secluded but a short drive in to all that Guld Shores has to offer.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

bryan r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring brake
Can’t beat the location Thanks Leroy, really did appreciate the call to make sure all was good
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Leroy Hanks,

Host profile image
Retired rocket scientist married to old former flight attendant.

Why they chose this property

"The Dunes" Beach House is our 2nd Home, that we also rent, so we keep it updated. Kitchen, Family room and kitchen updated 2019.
(4 minutes, NOT correct on gps/map). It is only 40 steps from our driveway to Sand Dunes/Beach We are residents of Alabama and were married in Mobile, Al many years ago. We love the quietness of the ocean/beach area of Fort Morgan peninsula.
Their are very few Beach areas left like the Ft. Morgan peninsula, no crowded beach, quiet, no traffic/street noise, not boxed in by High Rise buildings!.
But, yet close to shopping, restaurants, etc...

What makes this property unique

You are only 40 steps to the "Sand Dunes/Beach".
When we travel until we can go no more, we retreat to the Gulf. There, having left the stress behind, we sit on the upper (or lower) deck, and watch the beachcombers out very early, listen to the cooing of the doves, and at times watch the dolphins play. It's just a short walk to the store to get a paper. Then we do only what we want to do. Just settle in for the most quiet, relaxing, best beach vacation ever!
At night, and with no street lights, you can see so many stars, they seem so close, you feels like they you are among them! can reach out and touch them!

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