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Luxury Beachfront Home with Indoor Elevator; Extra Large Deck; Sleeps up to 30!

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Susan's Sand Castle III
Look at that view!
Massive island for meal-prep or serve dinner buffet-style
Two dishwashers, built-in icemaker, two refrigerators, glass-top stove, 2 ovens
Great Room has plenty of room to congregate, watch TV and play games!
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
7 bedrooms7+ bathroomsSleeps 30413 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Popular LocationFort Morgan Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBon Secour National Wildlife Refuge7 min walk
  • Popular LocationKiva Dunes Golf Course4 min drive
  • AirportPensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.)83 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 30)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

4 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 7

4 Single Bunk Beds

7 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 7

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 8

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Luxury Beachfront Home with Indoor Elevator; Extra Large Deck; Sleeps up to 30!

If your tribe of family and friends has outgrown other vacation homes and you can't bring yourself to vote anyone off the Island - then Susan's Sand Castle III is the perfect beachhouse for groups up to 30!

Locals refer to the area as Pleasure Island (ever since the IntraCoastal Waterway was built fifty years ago). So whether your pleasure is water sports, sunning on the beach; or digging for treasure, this beach house provides the perfect place to do just that! With our subtropical climate , you can enjoy year-round fishing, golfing, cruising and more; however we don't recommend Gilligan's Three-Hour Tour!

Whether you ride the elevator or take the stairs - when you first arrive - you should really start on the top floor for the amazing view of the Gulf, which just about takes your breath away!

The Great Room, includes the Living, Dining and Kitchen areas in one enormous space on the top floor. The Living Area has plenty of comfortable seating, with a 55" curved-screen Smart Samsung TV, Blu-Ray, DVD, and Speakers. Guests are welcome to enjoy the extensive book collection, board and card games housed on the bookshelves and cabinets below.

The Kitchen has a massive Island, for meal-prep or to serve meals buffet-style. No problem to have multiple cooks in this Kitchen! Two large refrigerators are provided: one is a stainless french-door, with freezer below; and the other is located in the Utility Room. A built-in icemaker makes 35 pounds of ice a day and is a guest favorite, along with a large microwave, glass-top stove with five burners and two ovens; two full size dishwashers are also provided for your convenience. The double sink has a garbage disposal.

Every imaginable small kitchen appliance is also provided, and we have more than double what any group would need of dishes, bowls, glasses and silverware, along with serving dishes, mixing bowls, pots and pans. A spice rack is filled with a wide array of spices to complement any meal your designated chefs create.

The dining table seats 20; with seating for 4 at the Kitchen island; and another 10 can sit at the Balcony picnic table. An incredible 24" by 48" gas griddle is located on the Balcony, just off the Dining Room, for cooking pancakes, bacon, sausage, fried eggs, burgers, hot dogs and steaks!

Two King Master Suites: one on the third floor and one on the second, have direct access to the Balcony or the Deck. Both have whirlpool tubs, separate walk-in showers, and are wheelchair accessible.

Three additional King Suites are located on the second floor, and all face the Gulf, with french-door access to the immense Deck. Two Bunk Room Suites: one on the 3rd floor and the other on the 2nd, do not have outdoor access. Both have their own private bathroom with shower/tubs. Each Bunk Room sleeps up to eight children on two bunk beds, each with full size mattresses on top and bottom. The third floor Bunk Room also has a game table. Two Queen Sleeper sofas are in the Great Room for additional guests.

All bedrooms have their own flat-screen Smart TV, so feel free to stream a movie and relax.

For teens who want a place to hangout, there is a huge built-in picnic table under the house. Families will enjoy this space for charcoal grilling, craw fish boils and cooler summer breezes.

The Deck runs the full width of the beach house and has not only chaise lounge chairs, but deck chairs galore, as well as small group seating areas, so that you can retreat to your own little corner of paradise. Enjoy your coffee as you watch the sun rise to the east and a glass of wine as the sun sets to the west. Don't hold us to the dolphin's schedule - but typically you can see them swim by every day between 9 - 10 a.m. and then again between 3 - 4 p.m.

Feel free to take our deck chairs with you to the beach each day. We just ask that you bring them back each evening, as nesting Sea Turtle Mommas can get tangled up or confused when they come ashore at night. May through August - we have a professionally installed and maintained 10' X 20' Beach Canopy for guests to enjoy while playing on the beach.

The Sand Dune Walkover (Boardwalk) is magnificent and there is a sitting area halfway down with built-in benches, so you can be closer to the water at sunrise or sunset.

An interior elevator is provided for your convenience in transporting groceries and luggage, as well as for anyone with mobility challenges; however please do not allow children to use it - as it is not a toy.

A full size HE Washer and Dryer are located in the second floor Laundry Room. Towels, wash cloths, beach towels, linens, pillows and comforters are provided for no additional fee.

Two fabulous community swimming pools and two incredible tennis courts, are all within walking distance of our beach house.

If the Beach is calling your name and you long for the serenity that only Sand and Surf can bring; send us a message now to find out when your group can have your next beach adventure!

This beach house is perfect for Family Reunions; Vacations with Family/Friends; Weddings; Corporate Retreats; Girfriend Get-Aways; Guys Deep Sea Fishing Week; and more! Snowbirds are welcome to contact us about renting by the month. There is a $1,500.00 surcharge for weddings/events.

We have two other beachfront luxury homes: one located in the Morgantown sub-division and the other, three miles closer to Ft Morgan. Check out those VRBO listings at #435854 for Susan's Sand Castle I, which sleeps up to 20; and #738021, Susan's Sand Castle II, which sleeps up to 18.

May through August, Bookings must be Saturday to Saturday. Thanksgiving and Christmas Weeks have the same Saturday to Saturday Requirements. Other than that, there is a 4 night minimum, with flexibility for days of the week for Check-In.

We have so many loyal returning guests for all three of our beach houses that our Reservation Calendar fills up quickly for peak times and they often reserve "their week" years in advance, but we love to make new friends and welcome your inquiry. We do our best to respond in under an hour, but because we don't recharge on coffee alone - we do try to sleep at some point, therefore will respond to late night inquiries first thing the next morning.

We are currently accepting reservations through the end of 2021. Rates not yet set for 2022,

Property manager

Susan Keen
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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
Lots of Beach and sand toys for your enjoyment

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings
With payment of $1,500 Event/Admin Fee.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING INSIDE. Please use Butt cans outside
IF we ask, we must receive a copy of your driver's license within 7 days or the booking with be cancelled and your deposit refunded. Reminder sent.
Children may not use the elevator unless accompanied by an adult. Please follow posted rules . Elevator can be turned off - when requested.
May through mid-August, Bookings must be Saturday to Saturday. Thanksgiving and Christmas Weeks have the same Saturday to Saturday Requirements.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gulf Shores

This vacation home is located in Morgantown, a neighborhood in Gulf Shores, and is near theme parks and on the beach. Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit The Wharf and Tanger Outlet Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Zooland Mini Golf and Waterville USA. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 1 min walk
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 7 min walk
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Fort Morgan - 13 min drive
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sassy Bass Market Place - 5 min drive
  • Tacky Jacks - 8 min drive
  • Fort Morgan Pizza - 5 min drive
  • The Village Hideaway - 5 min drive
  • Coast Restaurant - 5 min drive

Reviews

10

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

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family beach House
This is the second time we have stayed at Susan's sandcastle III and it's like coming home again. We love everything about this house! My mother who is handicapped and can't do stairs or a lot of walking can make her way around this house, inside and out,with no problems and can enjoy being with the family. The kitchen is perfect for big groups to cook and clean up is very easy. I love the fact that each bedroom has its own bathroom! The access to the beach is so easy! One of our favorite parts of the week was watching the blue Angels practice, we basically had the beach to ourselves and a private show almost every day! It was fantastic as usual!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Property
We loved this place. It was like going to your grandmothers house if she lived at the beach. We had our family there for Thanksgiving and it was great. You can't beat the location and the house was beautiful and very well appointed. You will not be disappointed if you stay here. It had a little bit of everything for our family from ages 18 - 80. They were wonderful to work with and the communication was great. Can't recommend this place enough! STAY HERE!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised and then some
Quiet, clean, well maintained and completely well equipped! The views were awesome. We couldn't have asked for anything more. It made our short (4 day) stay so much more relaxing to have everything we needed at our disposal. We won't look anywhere else for next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
11adults and 4 little ones four and under.
This was a four generation family. Our family vacation. Everyone had their own bedroom and private bathroom. The canopy at the end of the ramp was perfect. Private beach wonderful. Two dishwashers, two refrigerators, wonderful. When asked for two boosters, they were provided, two pack n plays, provided, insta pot, provided. Janie even came and took our family pictures at the beach. She was wonderful . As one of my grand son in laws said, I cannot think of anything else we could have wanted or needed. God truly provided it all. If there was a downside, it was the community pool. It was not being maintained. We arrived one day to four lounge chairs thrown in the pool, pool not cleaned and trash everywhere. The HOA needs to oversee that and apparently is not. Not the home owner’s fault. We were able to watch dolphins and the Blue Angels practicing. All in all, we were truly blessed and hated to leave. Our four great grandchildren LOVED the ocean. We are truly thankful for our Lord’s provision and for the owners sharing this place and Janie was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Morgantown didn’t disappoint!
This was an amazing house! It was well equipped and plenty of room for 4 generations to gather together! Ages ranged 4-83. Everyone was happy! Thank you! Until next time💕
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Susan Keen

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My dear friends,

Jerry and I are so very happy when you spend your vacation with us! You are our invited guests and we want you to make lifelong memories at the beach.

We’ve been married 47 years in June of 2019. Working hard to raise and support our children, Matthew and Jennifer, we expected to spend our retirement years quietly (which is not happening). In 2008, Jennifer had twins on New Year’s Eve; a boy and a girl, Taylor and Tyler. They adore the beach and come down every summer. They are the apples of Papa’s and GeaGea’s eyes.

My darling husband knew my lifelong dream was to have a beach cottage. He made it his mission, when we got close to retirement, to make that dream come true! We looked all the way from the Florida coast to Alabama, until I saw the house of my dream . . . “Beachy Keen”. It’s previous name was The Pelican! It was perfect!

So, we were enjoying our fun in the sun, until a house came up for sale in the neighborhood. We were just talking on the porch, when one of us said “We could try the rental business.” Long story short - that became Susan’s Sand Castle I (SSCI).

We later purchased a lot, and Jerry built SSCII. After that, he needed another project, so he started from scratch, and SSCIII was born. I’ve had a ball decorating, since I want you to feel as if you’ve come home!

There went retirement, but God had other plans for us. We’ve had a ball and met some of the nicest people we’ve ever known!

So many blessings galore, and may God bless each of you abundantly!
Susan

P.S. Papa says, “There won’t be a SSCIV”, (even though our friends Shug and Fred say they are going to outgrow our biggest house!).

Why they chose this property

The location is close enough to everything, but not so close that you can't enjoy privacy and quiet time on a not so crowded beach.

What makes this property unique

Open and spacious enough for ANY gathering or Special Event; i.e.,Multi-Family Vacations, corporate retreats, family reunions, Golf outings, Anniversary celebrations, etc.

Languages:

English

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