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BEACH FRONT! Southern Sands 203 - Summer is coming-Family friendly!

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Balcony - tall chairs for a better view!
The pool is beautiful year round but is not heated.
Our building from the Beach
View or pool from den
Granite counter tops in kitchen with regular and Keurig coffee maker

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom with bath

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

BEACH FRONT! Southern Sands 203 - Summer is coming-Family friendly!

Location Location Location! Come to beautiful Gulf Shores and enjoy the many conveniences of home but with a much better view! This is a 2 bedroom and 2 bath condo overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. It sleeps 6 comfortably with one King bed, and 2 queen beds. The unit is on the second floor with elevator access or an easy walk up the stairs. It has FREE wireless Internet and the kitchen has several small appliances at your disposal. The living area and the bedrooms are spacious. There is a private covered balcony with a spectacular view of the pool, and the beach. It is a short walk to the pool, grilling area and the beach! Don't miss out on the convenience of this great property!

It's an easy walk to The Hangout, Bahama Bob's, Lauria's, Pink Pony, Sun Liner Diner and other restaurants and shopping! We have covered and outdoor parking for your vehicle (2 vehicle limit). This is a very low density complex with 18 total units.

My sister owns unit 301 in same building which is also available for rent if you need more space!

This is a Non-Smoking ~ pet free unit.

We have FREE wireless internet access!

No washer and dryer in the unit but there is a laundry room available on each of the 3 levels. The cost is approximately $2.00 per load and only takes debit or credit cards. There is covered and outside parking areas so parking should never be a problem. Parking is 50.00 per car - limit 2. There is a large common area with built in grills at your disposal. Pool has chairs for sunning. Beach chairs & umbrellas are available for rent on the Beach during summer season.

Come visit the lovely beach town of Gulf Shores, Alabama! It is a much loved spot for families year round. Enjoy the many restaurants, entertainment, and shopping options. The sugar-white sands and clear blue waters in Gulf Shores are welcoming year round. This could turn into your favorite spot!

SNOWBIRDS WELCOME!
Cancellation Policy: Travelers who cancel at least 14 days before check-in will get back 100% of the amount they've paid, minus processing fee. If they cancel between 7 - 13 days before check-in, they'll get back 50%. Otherwise, there will be no refund.

Property manager

Cindy Ikerd

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Family friendly location
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Events

No events allowed
No large gatherings allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside the unit
See Attachment upon booking for a detailed list of rules. You must have chat with owner via inbox within 72 hrs after booking.
Reservations are subject to owner's approval and may be cancelled within 72 hrs after booking.

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
Note from host: No large gatherings allowed
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

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this condo is 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.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gulf State Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Waterville USA - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burro Azul - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does BEACH FRONT! Southern Sands 203 - Summer is coming-Family friendly! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is BEACH FRONT! Southern Sands 203 - Summer is coming-Family friendly! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BEACH FRONT! Southern Sands 203 - Summer is coming-Family friendly!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEACH FRONT! Southern Sands 203 - Summer is coming-Family friendly!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BEACH FRONT! Southern Sands 203 - Summer is coming-Family friendly! 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 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erik A.

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

Perfect get away spot

Location, location, location. This property is within walking distance of the heart of Gulf Shores. My kids loved skim boarding on the beach. I really like that it is a smaller property. If you are looking for a busy, hectic resort style condo this isn’t t it. If you are looking for a true relaxing vacation this is your spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

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

Love this place!

We come to Gulf Shores every year and this by far is our favorite property yet! We will definitely try to get this one again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanetta A.

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

A Nice Condo

Loved being so close to the beach. Also enjoyed the size of the complex. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

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

Beautiful View

The condo was great for our stay at the beach for our baseball world series. The location is great. We enjoyed walking to several restaurants. The view from the balcony is beautiful. The elevator did break one day, but they had it repaired very quick. Host is very fast to respond. We would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Great place to stay!

We loved our stay at Southern Sands. The condo was perfect for our family. We love staying in a smaller and less crowded facility. We always had chairs at the pool and it was never too crowded. The location was great and the view from the balcony was amazing. We’ll definitely consider a return trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

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

Family Getaway

We LOVED our time at Southern Sands 203! We will be back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William F.

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

Excellent condo on the beach!

This was our first family trip to Gulf Shores and this condo made the overall trip fantastic. It was spacious and has everything you need for a home away from home. It was clean and you could even see the beach right from the balcony. The location was great as there are many restaurants and shopping writhing walking distance and it’s right on the beach.The owners had great communication the entire time and we couldn’t have been happier with our stay. We will always keep this condo in mind for future trips!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittney C.

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

Perfect!!

This is our second year at the southern sands. The location is perfect and the view is awesome! Will book again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

PAMELA M.

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

Beautiful, clean condo.

We wanted a getaway to Gulf Shores for a few days and found this to be the perfect place. The condo was well stocked and clean. Nice view of the Gulf from the balcony. We walked to the Hangout for shrimp. We drove to Bahama Bob’s the next night but it is actually a shorter distance than the Hangout, just in the other direction. We plan to return again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

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

Family Vacation

The property was exactly as listed. It was perfect for our family. The host gave great instructions about the u-turn needed to enter the complex. It was a great location near the shops and the Hang Out. It was just steps to the beach and pool was never crowded. The layout of the condo was exactly as listed and worked well for our family. The beds were comfortable. There were extra hooks in the bathrooms for swimwear. The condo had everything we needed and you can tell the host is ready for renters.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Beach Week

We had a really great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacy L.

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

Relaxing vacation spot

We had a wonderful, relaxing family vacation. We’d definitely love to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Fantastic!

This was our 2nd stay and we loved it just as much as the first time. It really felt like a home away from home for the whole family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie G.

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

Amazing

This place is perfect. Great view and comfy beds

10/10 Excellent

Christeen G.

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

Comfy Condo

The location was perfect, as was the condo. It had everything we needed while we were there. We would love to come back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Great Time

We loved the condo. It was very clean and was in a great location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

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

Clean and Close to the Beach

Exactly as listed. Very clean and close to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Corey A.

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

Perfect vacation stay

We loved this condo and everything about it. I loved that it isn’t a busy high rise and it’s very quiet. Short walk to the beach and restaurants nearby. I have a son and daughter so the 2nd bedroom with a queen and full bed was just what we needed. Cindy is a great host and answered any questions I had. Would definitely book again!

10/10 Excellent

Brandon R.

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

Great beach getaway!

We loved staying at this beautiful condo! Very conveniently located and awesome layout for my wife and 5 year old daughter. We will definitely look to book again next time we visit. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kate M., Brandon, Mississippi

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

Summer Trip with Little Kids

My husband and I took our 20 month old and 6 year old down to Gulf Shores and stayed at Cindy’s condo. It was the perfect location and size for us. It wasn’t too busy and crowded, and we all had a fabulous time.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danelle W.

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

This was our happy place!

Overall experience was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Our boy's had their own bedroom, beds, and bathroom! Walking distance to so many restaurants, souvenir shops and most importantly just a few steps to an amazing beach! The owner was helpful and engaged with us before our trip & this was very appreciated! This was our 1st VRBO experience and I was a little apprehensive, but that quickly went away as soon as we opened the door. Can't wait to come back to gulf shores!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Great stay

Very clean. Easy in and out. Host was clear with communication and easy to reach for questions. Would use again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Portia G.

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

Accommodating condo

This was my friends condo. We went as a group. This condo was much more accommodating then the one we stayed in in the same building. Well stocked kitchen. More updated unit better sleeping accommodations, a vacuum, you don’t realize how nice that is when dragging sand in all week, all the kitchen tools you’d need and even a few herbs and spices. The grounds need some cleaning up. I know there have been wicked storms over the past year, but you can’t walk up to the beach barefoot because there are rusty broken stucco pieces everywhere. All said though, we would definitely come back to this unit.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

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

Amazing get away

The location was perfect. The beaches were beautiful and not over crowded. The condo was the perfect size for my family and all the amenities that were needed to make our stay perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rita B.

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

Relax and Get Away

The perfect place to relax and enjoy the beach. I was given all the information needed before arrival, so i had an easy time getting there. Loved all the beach decor inside. The sand on the beach is so soft on your feet. Please keep your little cozy place available. I don't want to stay in a 20 story building that blocks the view of the sunset.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Cindy Ikerd

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We love the beach and the convenient location of Southern Sands is perfect. We've owned our unit since 1997 and have loved every minute of our time in Gulf Shores. Now that we are retired, we can barely stay away! Our children and grandchildren love it as much as we do. Come visit us soon at Southern Sands 203!

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the great view, the beautiful beach and the smallness of this complex. There are only 18 units, which means the beach is never over crowded and there is ample parking. There are many great restaurants and souvenir shops within walking distance. The convenience is just what we were looking for. This complex is family friendly and snowbirds are welcome!

What makes this property unique

From Southern Sands you can walk to Pink Pony Pub, The Hangout, Lauria's, Desotos, The Steamer, and Sea N Suds. There are also several souvenir shops along the way.

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English
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