Beautiful Beach House - Private Pool - Great Views - Recently Updated - Fort Morgan

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8150.5 sq m

Popular amenities

Beach view

Parking available

Washer

Pool

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Gulf Shores, AL

Fort Morgan Beach

3 min walk

Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge

7 min walk

Fort Morgan

10 min drive

Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)

32 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful Beach House - Private Pool - Great Views - Recently Updated

Completely updated in 2021. Same Wonderful beach location; beautiful new interior & exterior paint color.
Home is a only a 1 to 2 minute walk to the beach through the sand to the uncrowded beach of our small community.
Come enjoy the warm Gulf waters along sugar white beaches void of the maddening crowds and commercialism. Cool down in your own private pool with majestic views of both Mobile Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. The Fort Morgan area offers a little known retreat from the over crowded beaches further east. All the amenities without the hassle!

Wake up in the morning for a heart-wakening stroll along the beach. Enjoy your day frolicking in the gulf surf or lounging around your very own private pool. End your day with magnificent sunsets over the Gulf and Mobile Bay.

And if all this good life is too much for you, Gulf Shores is a short distance away with all the attractions and places that will overwhelm your senses and your pocketbook.

Don’t waste your time and money with the crowds, escape and truly enjoy your 'time away' along the Fort Morgan beach.

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Property manager

Brenda McDonald

Premier Host

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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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Home is very family friendly 4' deep pool

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

If you smoke outside please do not leave cigarette butts in the sand. If you move outdoor furniture please put it back the way you found it.

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

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf State Park and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Travelling with kids? Consider Zooland Mini Golf and Waterville USA. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

View more Holiday homes in Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

Fort Morgan Beach - 3 min walk
Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 7 min walk
Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 6 min drive
Fort Morgan - 10 min drive
Gulf Shores Beach - 28 min drive

Getting around

Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sassy Bass Market Place - ‬7 min drive
‪Tacky Jacks - ‬4 min drive
‪The Village Hideaway - ‬7 min drive
‪Fort Morgan Pizza - ‬7 min drive
‪Beach Club Village Market and Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Beach House - Private Pool - Great Views - Recently Updated pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Beach House - Private Pool - Great Views - Recently Updated?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Beach House - Private Pool - Great Views - Recently Updated?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Beach House - Private Pool - Great Views - Recently Updated located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Bon Secour Bay is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Stacie B.

21 July 2024

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

Great House

We very much enjoyed our stay! The owner contacted us before we arrived to let us know there were a few items that needed to be addressed. Everything was fixed within an hour of us being there. The house is updated, close to the beach and the pool was a nice bonus. We did leave a day early because of the forest fire. We did not want to get stranded if the roads closed. This obviously was not the owner’s fault. We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam F., Windsor

3 Apr 2024

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

Great Beach Getaway

This is the second year we have stayed at the property and we have enjoyed all that it provides. It is a modern, secluded home that is a 20-minute drive from the traffic of Gulf Shores. It is a < 1 minute walk to a quiet stretch of beach. Great property for families.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brynn W.

5 Oct 2023

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

Great getaway

House was a very short walk to the beach. Loved having our own private pool. Will definitely stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

10 Aug 2023

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

Awesome property and great location

This was our 4th stay in Fort Morgan. We love Dream Big. It is the perfect size for our family. Brenda is quick and responsive to all questions. This trip we went to Naval Museum and a Blue Wahoos game. Also enjoyed a class with Sand Castle university, part of our group went to a concert at The Wharf, and did The Fun Boat dolphin cruise. Most days we spent enjoying the beach and pool. It was a great trip!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 May 2023

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

cozy, comfortable beach house

Loved staying in Fort Morgan for the first time. This house has easy access to a beautiful unspoiled beach with lots of privacy. The home is very clean and well stocked. The decor is calming and tastefully done. It is apparent that the owner has taken great care to anticipate the needs of her renters. Having a back deck with a private pool and lounging area was a much appreciated bonus! Highly recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Heidi M.

23 Apr 2023

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

Fabulous views…Great house

The house is very clean and is just a short walk from the beach. We would definitely stay here again. The pool was great to spend the day lounging. However, the pool is not heated and is extremely cold. Also, the owners do not supply toilet paper. Basically, what is on the roll is what you get for the entire stay. So, be sure to bring your own. Overall, it is a fabulous house and we had a great vacation.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam F., Windsor

8 Apr 2023

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

Great Location for a Quiet Beach Getaway

This property checked all the boxes for those wanting an updated property that away from the larger beach communities / resorts. While the property is about 20 minutes from town, it has all the amenities that you would require. The property is less than a two minute walk to the beach (ideal for kids), is large enough that a family of four had plenty of room to spread out, and is modern / clean. We would certainly stay here again. If booking this property my only recommendation is to bring extra tp, paper towel, and laundry detergent. The property only provides one roll per room and no detergent. This will prevent you from having to make the 20 minute drive back into Gulf Shores to get extra supplies.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirk H., Des Moines, Iowa. USA

6 Apr 2023

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

Family Getaway

Great location and very family friendly.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy A.

28 Mar 2023

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

Wonderful stay

Our family of 5 (kids age 5-6) had a wonderful trip! The home is fully stocked with everything you need and the views are amazing! We loved drinking coffee on the front deck and even saw dolphins from the house one afternoon.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

7 Oct 2022

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

Quiet Location with Easy Walk to the Beach

House was clean and lovely! Quiet location, short & easy walk to the beach! The back deck and pool was a wonderful area to to relax. Also enjoyed the two-storied porches with ocean views. Convenient outdoor showers to rinse off after beach trips. A little off the "beaten path" provided a quiet beach side atmosphere and just what our group was looking for. We ate at Sassy Bass Amazin Grill and Sassy Bass Cookout Tiki Bar, both only a few minutes from the house, and each member of our group would recommend both locations! Over all, we had a wonderful stay at this house!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ronny S., Warrior, AL

28 Aug 2022

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

Family Getaway

This is the perfect property and location for a private family getaway. The beach was OURS and the kids caught some of the biggest crabs we have ever seen at night. We will be going back.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Mary W.

23 Aug 2022

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Nice home, but make sure you document everything

Home was nice, walk to beach was easy. If your staying here, bring your own frying pan, all the frying pans were warped. Also bring a kitchen spatula, there wasn't one. And very importantly, document everything in the house before you move in. There was an ink stain on the couch when we got there, that the owner insists we did. Lesson learned, document to cover yourself. House doesn't allow smoking, of course most don't, but, one of my guest was a smoker , who apparently didn't always keep it outside. However she laid it on thicker and heavier by claiming additional damages that we absolutely did not cause, or were the result of regular wear and tear, such as walking on the floor. She contacted me directly at first instead of going thru Vrbo, which I have since found out vrbo frowns on. This was my very first time to rent thru Vrbo. I doubt I ever will again.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

31 July 2022

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

Great house for a nice quiet getaway

It was absolutely amazing

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie G.

10 July 2022

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

Fantastic house with great location!

We have never stayed in Fort Morgan but decided to try it out this summer for our family vacation and we are so happy we did!! The area is beautiful and quiet and a great place to relax on vacation! We rented this house for my husband and I and our 2 young children and it was perfect!! Everything was exactly as the owner said it would be and the house was very clean when we arrived! Also very convenient to the beach (just a very short walk) and let me tell you that is so great when you have hot tired kids in tow after a day at the beach! The water hoses under the deck area right near the back door make everything super convenient to wash off before coming inside! The kitchen had everything we needed and more! All in all a great stay and hope to stay at this house again next year!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

19 June 2022

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

PERFECT.

Our family had the best vacation at Dream Big! We have stayed at many different vacation homes in several states. This house is by far the best. It felt like home. First, the location is great. It's not oceanfront, but it nearly is. The views of the ocean from the balconies are wonderful. The home is tastefully decorated. The owner, Brenda thought of everything a renter would need, and then some. The pool is an added bonus. Brenda was wonderful. Anytime I messaged her, she responded quickly. We will come back to Fort Morgan again and will definitely pick Dream Big to stay. Thank you, Brenda for sharing your beautiful home with our family!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

tomi c., Bogalusa,La

15 June 2022

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

Sunny and hot

The house was beautiful. Everything was perfect. Just a short walk to the beach, and the kids thoroughly enjoyed the pool. I must say this was my most uncomplicated booking. There was no need to call the owner for anything.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nina M.

6 June 2022

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

Enjoy

lovely

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ave K.

30 May 2022

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

Excellent private getaway spot

Our family of four had a fantastic stay! House was very clean, tastefully decorated, included all amenities possible and is perfectly located : just steps to the beach & away from the crowds. Pool was definitely a bonus ! Brenda was very attentive and answered all my “silly” questions within minutes. We would definitely recommend this property !!!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Galen E., Washington D.C

15 Apr 2022

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

Gulf Relaxation

Excellent property with great amenities. Very clean, organized and fresh. Superb location makes it perfect for relaxation while enjoying the beautiful sounds of the gulf!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

John S.

26 Mar 2022

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

Beautiful house

Absolutely fantastic experience. Great communication, beautiful home, great location - we had a great time and LOVED our time here. Thank you!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

12 Mar 2022

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

Great Beach Property

Fantastic property and location can’t be beat. Short walk to a nice quiet beach!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

10 Mar 2022

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

Quiet Beach House on Amazing Sand Beach!

My family and I had a great time at this property! The house is located along a beautiful white sand beach. I didn't realize quiet and beach house would ever be used together but this house is it. Truly a hidden gem! The house is decorated impeccably and there wasn't anything the kitchen was missing. It had absolutely everything we needed. The house was spotless when we arrived. I would highly recommend this property!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

3 Jan 2022

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

Great Getaway

House was as advertised. A quiet retreat right on the beach, clean and newly renovated. It was a great opportunity to escape the colder midwest and spend a week on the beach playing all the great local golf courses.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S., Johnsonville, SC

4 Nov 2021

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

Charter Fishing Trip

Property was just what we wanted in October. 5 minute drive to Off the Hook Charters for a lifetime fishing trip. Then got to come back and relax by the pool and short walk to sit and in enjoy the beach. Great place to stay. Only 15 minute drive back to town but you get to enjoy the quietness when relaxing on the uncrowded beach.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Krista I.

16 Oct 2021

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

Great family spot

Wonderful! Just be sure to bring some extras like toilet paper garbage bags and dishwasher detergent. To be honest that might be listed somewhere that I didn’t see. But we had a wonderful time. Beach was clean no crowds. Awesome pool especially for small kids and open empty lot next door for some sand fun while we sat on the front porch.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Brenda McDonald

We live in Fairhope, AL. I sell am a licensed Realtor in Alabama and Florida. I sell property in and around the beach area; my husband is a pilot for FedEx. We have a beautiful 5 year old daughter and a large extended family. When we bought 'Dream Big' the year after our daughter was born. She truly was the answer to our prayers and our 'Big Dream' come true.

Why they chose this property

My husband lived in Fort Morgan when he was in high school. His family home was about 2 miles from where our house is now. It was taken out by Hurricane Fredrick in 1979. It was like coming home for him. Also, since I sell real estate in the area it was easy for me to know the exceptional value, wonderful privacy and the tremendous beauty of the Fort Morgan Area.

What makes this property unique

The privacy and the beautiful white sandy beach is just the beginning. The pool is a wonderful bonus. Then you add the wonderful sunsets and just sitting on the deck in the wonderful chairs (my husband built) watching the dolphins and shrimp boats. It truly is 'Paradise' on Pleasure Island - as all the locals call the it.