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Cindy Lou's Beachfront 3BR/3BA 10th Floor East Corner Condo in Island Royale

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THE VIEW!!  East CORNER balcony
East corner view off the gulf side balcony
Gulf side balcony looking south
Gulf side balcony looking west
Dining table and two Adirondack chairs on the balcony

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8118.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Gulf Shores, AL
  • Gulf Shores Beach
    3 min walk
  • Hangout Music Fest
    19 min walk
  • Gulf State Park
    2 min drive
  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    7 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room Sleeper Sofa

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Cindy Lou's Beachfront 3BR/3BA 10th Floor East Corner Condo in Island Royale

1. Beach/Gulf Front! Nothing separates you from the Gulf of Mexico other than a short walk on sugar white sand!

2. Balcony and Views! The private and spacious (311 square ft.) balcony is on the 10th floor and on the east corner of the building. The unobstructed views of the Gulf’s emerald green water and white sand beaches are to die for!! The sunrises and sunsets are will take your breath away! (Please view my photos!)

3. Location! The condo is located 0.8 miles from downtown Gulf Shores, making it an easy walk (along the street or beach) to restaurants like The Hangout , Bahama Bob’s, and The Pink Pony Pub. Pier 33 (a small carryout/grocery store) is just across the street.

4. Beach! Our beach is huge, clean and sugar white! Unlike other larger condo complexes where guests crowd the beach, Island Royale is a smaller but newer building which allows for a comfortable beach population! Set up your beach camp and have plenty of room to play!

5. Condo Layout! My family friendly, 3 bedroom, 3 bath condo sleeps 8 and has plenty of room for everyone to spread out and have their own space. Each bedroom has an attached bath for each guest’s privacy. There is a flat screen/smart TV in each bedroom and the living room. The dining area seats 9. If you have an extended family and you need more space, check out my penthouse unit that’s just 5 floors above this unit (VRBO 838652). It will sleep 8 people too, so that gives a total of 16 family and friends all located in the same building and on the same beach!!

6. Convenient Beach Gear Storage: No need to lug your beach gear for miles after your day in the sun. Unit 1001 has parking near the entrance to the beach. Simply walk off the beach and drop your heavy beach gear in the back of your vehicle. Done!

7. Clean! How many units have you had to clean when you arrived to begin your vacation? Not here!! My unit is cleaned by a wonderful cleaning company who treat my unit as if it were their own home. They do not cut corners, they clean ‘em!!

8. Updated! Bathrooms remodeled in 2021. New kitchen cabinets and a new water heater were installed in early 2019, new washer and dishwasher installed in 2021!!

9. Extra Features! There is a fabulous indoor/outdoor swim through heated pool and indoor and outdoor hot tubs. In 2022, a kiddie pool/splash pad was installed. The Island Royale building has 4 outdoor charcoal grills, a fitness center, and sauna and steam room and upgraded Wi-Fi!

10. Owner Operated! I own my unit and I manage it. I do not use a hard to reach Management Company. You may call me 24/7 and I will either pick up my phone or return your call within minutes. If you have any issues, I will address them immediately!! Your vacation is very important to me and I want to make it the best ever! My goal, for my guests is to have such a positive experience they want to make my condo and Gulf Shores part of their family tradition year after year!

THE DETAILS
** 1276 square feet of living space with an additional 311 square feet on the balcony.
** Spacious three bedrooms and three bathrooms with ample closet and drawer space.
** King, Queen, Twins, and Queen Size Sofa Sleeper (new October, 2018).
** 65 in. Samsung HDTV with WiFi and Blu-Ray player.
** 46 in. Samsung HDTV in master bedroom
** 40 in. Samsung UHD/SmartTV in Queen BR
** 32 in. Samsung UHD/SmartTV in Twin bedroom
** Each TV has an extra HDMI cord for a gaming system, streaming device, etc.
** Books, and assorted games.
** Highchair
** 12 cup basket type filter coffee maker, George Foreman grill, crock-pot, in addition to a fully equipped kitchen.
** Full size laundry room with large washer and dryer, iron, ironing board and vacuum.
** Telephone for local calls and 911 service.
** Wireless Internet - 100Mbps download/50Mbps upload
** KEYLESS ENTRY - Don't hassle with keys - give your unique code to all guests for easy access. Code expires at the end of your stay.

BUILDING AMENITIES
** 200 Feet of private beachfront
** Beach-side heated indoor with swim through to outdoor pool.
** Two heated whirlpool/hot tubs.
** Exercise room.
** Sauna and steam rooms.
** Conference room
** Outside grilling area. (4 charcoal grills)
** Two large elevators with utility carts for transporting belongings.
** Beach boardwalk with showers (no steps allowing for handicap access to beach).
** Beach rentals providing chairs and umbrellas.
** Pier 33 convenience store across the street has most of your beach and vacation needs.

ADDITIONAL RENTAL INFORMATION
** Check In Time: 4:00 PM
** Check Out Time: 10:00 AM
** No Smoking Anywhere on the Property Except the Outdoor Grilling Area.
** Absolutely No Smoking Inside the Condo or on the Balconies.
** Absolutely No Pets (Local kennels available).
** Adults and Families Only. No Student Rentals.
** 16% State and Lodging Tax
** $155 Cleaning Fee
** $40 Per Vehicle Parking Pass (2 vehicles per unit may park in the building's lot)
** $59 Damage Insurance Fee Replaces the Need for a Deposit by Providing $1500 in Accidental Damage Insurance.
** No Security Deposit

Keywords: Condominium, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Island Royale, Vacation Rental

Property manager

Cindy Winkeljohn
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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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
Property damage protection (PDP) is required.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

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, or check out an event or a game at Foley Sportsplex. 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

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk
  • Hangout Music Fest - 19 min walk
  • Gulf State Park - 2 min drive
  • Waterville USA - 3 min drive
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Burro Azul - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Cindy Lou's Beachfront 3BR/3BA 10th Floor East Corner Condo in Island Royale have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Cindy Lou's Beachfront 3BR/3BA 10th Floor East Corner Condo in Island Royale pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cindy Lou's Beachfront 3BR/3BA 10th Floor East Corner Condo in Island Royale?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cindy Lou's Beachfront 3BR/3BA 10th Floor East Corner Condo in Island Royale?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cindy Lou's Beachfront 3BR/3BA 10th Floor East Corner Condo in Island Royale located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building is 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

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theresa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beachfront accomodation
Very clean. The location as perfect all walking distance to everything. The beachfront location as percect we will definitely boom again. Communjcation with owner was easy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leann E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
England Party
We had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Vacation
Our weekly trip to the beach was great! Great host and great location! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

VICKI S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach trip with the grandkids
This place is wonderful ... right on the beach was the best part ... we could keep an eye on the kids from the deck and the location was soooo convenient to shopping and restaurants. :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Great place with great communication by the host! Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Very relaxing and enjoyable! Beautiful view. Weather was good , very warm and perfect beach weather . Very quiet area. Condo had plenty of room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacay
It was a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Dan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break 2024
The overall property is nice. Views are great. Easy parking, (spaces are a bit on the skinny side). Hot tubs were cold two of the days we were there. (Not a building problem but wish parents would not let their small children use them as swimming pools). The unit was nice. Liked that the kitchen had plastic storage containers for leftovers. Also nice selection of card/board games/movies. A few more hand towels for the three bathrooms would be nice (one each provided) we use a clean one every other day, however with laundry to do in the unit, wasn’t a big deal. We had an issue that Cindy was quick to respond to even though it was out of her control and liked that she was very responsive. The worst part of spring break this year was the weather for half the week but I would recommend her units!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving getaway
We had a great stay!! Weather was beautiful! The large balcony was fabulous!! Will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Getaway
My friends and I spent a wonderful weekend enjoying the "slow time" at the beach in November. The condo fit our needs perfectly. Great views and spacious accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will definitely come back
Wonderful unit and owner. Clean and spacious. Balcony is spacious as well. Beach, pool, hot tub and nearby food is a sure thing! Definitely will return to this condo!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Was everything we wanted and more! Will definitely stay there again for a Gulf Shores vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful, well-appointed vacation getaway!
I highly recommend starting here! From the beginning, Cindy (and Dave) were a joy to communicate with. The property is beautiful inside and out. Their balcony and view is breathtaking! The decor was just right — beachy, yet elegant. The mattress in the master suite was so comfortable that we contacted Cindy to see what brand. This condo is within walking and short driving distance to tasty restaurants and grocery stores. We would definitely stay here again! Thank you, Cindy, for a great vacation experience :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Cindy communicates very well with renters. Every bit of info we needed was provided for seamless arrival and checkout. Great location for our family of 6. Access to the beach was super easy! Parking was no problem. Very quiet building.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gulf Shores Vacay
Loved the place, but couch had a funky smell and pool needed a daily cleaning to get the small pieces of debris out. Balcony was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gulf Shores @ Cindy Lou’s
This vacation was one of the best trips. Our condo was so perfectly maintained and beautiful! Right on the beach with everything you need. Cindy is very responsive when you need anything or have questions! Restaurants and fun are very close by. We will be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Condo
Beautiful view! Condo was clean and well maintained. Cindy Lou was very responsive when we had questions. We were in need of sheets for the sofa bed and she contacted housekeeping and got them to us ASAP. Great place to stay and beach was beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved The Balcony!
We loved this condo! The balcony was very spacious and had great furniture that was accommodating to our whole family of 5 with room to spare. The condo was very clean and well organized. It was well stocked with everything we needed for the week. We particularly appreciated the games, the the charging stations, and kitchen supplies. We loved Cindy's personal notes that were left for us to assist us in our stay. She was a very pleasant hostess who was very easy to communicate with. We would definitely consider staying with her again and recommend that others do as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything We Could Want
This is a beautiful condo right on the beach! The views from the balcony are the absolute best!! On the 10th floor, you get a really good consistent breeze. My husband and I enjoyed sitting out there nightly with a bottle of wine after the kids went to bed. The location was perfect - easy to walk down to the beach (and our rental chairs) to come back and forth for lunch and snacks, but also convenient to the hub of Gulf Shores. The Hangout is approx a 15 minute walk away. The condo itself was pristine and provided everything we could need. With kids ranging from 1.5 to 19 years old, there was enough room for us to spread out. Kitchen was stocked well enough for us to cook a few nights (the crockpot was big enough to feed 9) and across the street is a convenience store with a coffee shop on the second floor. This condo was exactly what I hoped it would be and made our beach vacation everything we could want. You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leticia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family beach vacation
We enjoyed our stay completely! First time to gulf shores, we will return and definitely book with Cindy again!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Everything was as described, great location and so much fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori S., Indianapolis, IN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Condo with amazing views!
We spent a week at Cindy’s place and had the most amazing time. The owner checked in with us multiple times and helped with anything we needed. The unit was impeccably clean and had everything we needed for a great week on the beach! Thanks again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip with adult children
Fabulous vac with our adult children…. Loved it. Will be back this summer, 2023
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Murray H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay at Gulf Shores
Everything was fantastic at the condo! The rooms were very comfortable. The condo was extremely well-stocked. The decorating was lovely and cheery. Cindy’s communication with us was quick and helpful! The location was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Cindy Winkeljohn

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Hi! My name is Cindy Winkeljohn (my friends call me Cindy Lou) and I (along with my husband) own Island Royale units 1001 and P201. I really enjoy managing our condos and I truly wish for all who spend their vacation there to have a great time and a good experience! I live in southern Virginia, but grew up on a hog/dairy farm in western Ohio with my 4 brothers and sisters, a horde of dogs, cats, chickens, pony, cows and pigs. I'm a Physical Therapist but my true love is spending time at the beach and managing these properties. I have twin boys and a daughter who are now grown, but every summer while they were growing up, we vacationed at the beaches along the Atlantic coast and the Gulf of Mexico. In 1996 we started vacationing in Gulf Shores and since our first visit, we never went anywhere else. When the real estate market corrected in 2008 and the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill happened in 2010, it created the perfect opportunity for us to purchase in Gulf Shores and Island Royale. We purchased unit 1001 in 2012 and added P201 in 2016. We absolutely love the Island Royale property and love sharing it and all it has to offer with our guests.

Why they chose this property

When I was growing up and newly married, I lived in Ohio and northern Virginia. We always went to the beach for vacation, so I’ve vacationed at Cape Cod, Long Beach Island, Virginia Beach, Emerald Isle, Oak Island, Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head Island, Amelia Island, Daytona Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Cape San Blas. In 1996 we moved to Collierville, TN, and the closest beach was Gulf Shores, Alabama. I had never heard of the beach in L.A. (Lower Alabama), but was blown away by what I found. The beach was sugar white and the people very relaxed and laid back. Gulf Shores has managed to stay a well kept secret that allows us to stay at a perfect beach that is not nearly as commercialized as any of the other beaches we visited. After we moved to Texas, Gulf Shores was still the best beach we had visited, so rather than go to the Texas beaches, we kept making the trip to Gulf Shores, and eventually purchased our first Island Royale property there in 2012.

What makes this property unique

The best feature of this property is the corner view! The wide open east end balcony offers a panoramic view of the Gulf of Mexico to the south and to the east. Most of your time at this property will be spent on the balcony. Another unique feature is the inclusion of a full bath in each of the three bedrooms. This really presents itself as three individual suites where you can get away from your group for some down time if desired. Each bedroom has a Smart TV. Finally, unlike many of the properties in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, I manage the properties I own...so this is truly a vacation rental by owner, and you will always work directly with me. The majority of properties are managed by BIG real estate companies that are hard to contact and add big fees to their total rental price.
I hope you will love Gulf Shores as much as I do, and I look forward to working with you to provide a wonderful vacation experience.

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