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Welcome to Cask and Coast! Formally known as Bonnie Dunes
An entire duplex home featuring a private pool
Located on the desired West Beach Blvd, just steps from the beach!
Combining both sides of the home creates six bedrooms and six bathrooms
Cask and Coast East offers 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lagoon Pass Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

East - Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

East - Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

East - Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

East - Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

West - Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

West - Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

West - Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

West - Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms

East - Bathroom 2

East - Bathroom 3

East - Primary Bathroom

West - Bathroom 2

West - Bathroom 3

West - Primary Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

West Beach Duplex | Private Pool | Pet Friendly Retreat

Cask and Coast – West Beach Duplex | Private Pool | Pet Friendly Retreat for Groups and Families

Welcome to Cask and Coast, a newly reimagined Gulf Coast retreat managed by Harris Vacations. Formerly known as Bonnie Dunes, this beautifully refreshed duplex property is now under new ownership and has been thoughtfully rebranded as Cask and Coast, offering updated coastal style, spacious accommodations, and the perfect setting for unforgettable group getaways in Gulf Shores, Alabama.

Designed with large families, group vacations, and multi-generational gatherings in mind, Cask and Coast combines both the East and West sides of the duplex into one expansive beach retreat featuring 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, and accommodations for up to 20 guests. Located just a short stroll from the beach, guests can enjoy water views, inviting indoor and outdoor living spaces, pet-friendly accommodations, and a private outdoor pool designed for laid-back coastal living.

Outdoor Living
- Private outdoor pool
- Water views from multiple balconies and outdoor spaces
- Beach access just a short stroll away
- Multiple outdoor seating and dining areas
- Charcoal grills for outdoor cookouts
- Open outdoor showers for rinsing off after beach days
- Fenced outdoor area
- Pet-friendly accommodations

Indoor Comforts
Inside Cask and Coast, guests will find two beautifully designed duplex homes that create the ideal balance of togetherness and privacy for larger groups. Both sides of the property feature bright, open-concept living spaces with comfortable seating, sleeper sofas, large televisions, and direct access to outdoor decks where guests can enjoy coastal breezes and Gulf views.

Spacious dining areas and fully equipped kitchens on both sides of the duplex provide ample room for preparing meals, gathering together after beach days, and entertaining throughout your stay.

Each side includes one guest bedroom on the main level, along with additional upstairs bedrooms, including primary suites with private balconies and Gulf views. Full-size washers and dryers on both sides add extra convenience for extended stays.

Sleeping Arrangements
Cask and Coast East
- Primary Bedroom (2nd Floor): King bed, television, private balcony, Gulf views, private bathroom with tub/shower combination
- Bedroom 2 (2nd Floor): Twin over Full bunk bed, Twin pull-out trundle, television, access to hall bathroom with tub/shower combination
- Bedroom 3 (Main Level): King bed, television, access to hall bathroom with walk-in shower
- Living Room: Sleeper sofa for additional sleeping accommodations

Cask and Coast West
- Primary Bedroom (2nd Floor): King bed, television, private balcony, Gulf views, private bathroom with tub/shower combination
- Bedroom 2 (2nd Floor): Twin over Full bunk bed, Twin pull-out trundle, television, access to hall bathroom with tub/shower combination
- Bedroom 3 (Main Level): King bed, television, access to hall bathroom with walk-in shower
- Living Room: Sleeper sofa for additional sleeping accommodations

Whether you are planning a family reunion, beach retreat, multi-family vacation, or special gathering along the Alabama Gulf Coast, Cask and Coast offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and elevated coastal living. Spend your days relaxing by the private pool, walking to the beach, enjoying Gulf sunsets from the balconies, and making unforgettable memories together. Book your next Gulf Shores getaway with Harris Vacations today.

Additional Information
- Pool Dimensions: 10 ft x 20 ft
- Pool Depth: Minimum 3.5 ft | Maximum 5 ft
- Pet-friendly property (2 dog max per side, additional fees apply)

Rental Age Policy
We love people of all ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes. However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25. We have no exception to this policy.

Risk
Guest acknowledges that beaches, bays, docks, piers, pools, and waterfront areas are inherently dangerous and assumes all related risks, known or unknown, when renting a vacation rental home. Guests agree to exercise extreme caution at all times. For more information, see the Terms and Conditions document.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1171843vb
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Sailing and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lagoon Pass Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gulf State Park Fishing Pier - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 20 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Fort Morgan - 34 min drive - 47.2 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does West Beach Duplex | Private Pool | Pet Friendly Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at West Beach Duplex | Private Pool | Pet Friendly Retreat?

As of 26 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at West Beach Duplex | Private Pool | Pet Friendly Retreat on 9 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,038, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is West Beach Duplex | Private Pool | Pet Friendly Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at West Beach Duplex | Private Pool | Pet Friendly Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at West Beach Duplex | Private Pool | Pet Friendly Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at West Beach Duplex | Private Pool | Pet Friendly Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is West Beach Duplex | Private Pool | Pet Friendly Retreat located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Gulf Shores Beach, West Beach and Lagoon Pass Park. Wade Ward Nature Park and Shrimpy's Mini Golf are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuella P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time the house was beautiful. Do you have any properties everything in the same house
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Hi Samuella, thanks for the wonderful review of Bonnie Dunes!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Halie M.

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

Great stay

Wonderful place to stay. It was a great option for our large family. Great location and great pool.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Hi Halie, thanks for the wonderful review of Bonnie Dunes! We hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NERY V.

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

Nice place for friends and family!!!

Clean and great location to have fun with family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2022
Hi Nery, thanks for the wonderful review of Bonnie Dunes! We're glad you had a great time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

Awesome Stay

Our group really enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and provided exactly what we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
Hi Matthew, thanks for the wonderful review of Bonnie Dunes!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MANDY E.

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

Great place

Great house had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
Hi Mandy, thanks for the wonderful review! We're glad you had a wonderful vacation! Thanks for choosing Harris Vacations!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rossie W.

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

Nice location

Good stay and everything was as listed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2022
Hi Rossie, thanks for the awesome review!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall nice we had an issue with the pool it couldn't be used until our last day there. They gave a small refund because of the pool.My thoughts are if you have vacation rentals you should do better.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2025
Hi Kevin, thanks for your understanding of the pool, we hope to host you again with a five-star experience!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget M.

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

Big family vacation

This house was awesome, clean and comfortable. Everything was as described. We would book this house again for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2024
Hi Bridget, thanks for the great review of Bonnie Dunes!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brantlee M.

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

Excellent Beach House!

We all really enjoyed our stay at this location. It was very clean and had everything we needed to have a great weekend. The walk to the beach was super short and made it easy to get back and forth throughout the weekend. The pool was perfect and a great spot to hangout and relax. Would absolutely stay again at this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2023
Hi Brantlee, thanks for the five-star review! We're glad you enjoyed your beach vacation!
Verified

8/10 Good

Raenelle G.

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

Good location

The location was great. Need some updates on the property but overall, great stay for the price. I love that the pool is not shared amongst other locations but it is rather on the smaller side.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
Hi Raenelle, thanks for the great review of Bonnie Dunes! We hope to host you again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Great Location. Kitchen equipment was mediocre.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2021
Hi Steve, thanks for the review!
Verified

8/10 Good

joey d.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location

Large rooms for everyone. It would be nice if it was paved to pool, sand spurs was everywhere.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2023
Hi Joey, thanks for your feedback for Bonnie Dunes!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon L.

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

Good Location

Nice spot on the 2nd row from the beach. Short walk to Liquor Store, Fish Market, and Restaurant. Wish there was closer access to the public beach entrance, but honestly it wasnt that bad. Just a short walk. For the price its a great house and location for Gulf Shores.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara S.

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

Excellent

I have nothing bad to say about the property. Very close to beach and in the middle of everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2022
Hi Tamara, thanks for the five-stars!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

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

Christmas Trip

Had a blast! Overall the property was as described. It is dated, but good. Only bad thing was the dryer went out.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2023
Hi Janice, thanks for the wonderful review of Bonnie Dunes and your patience as our team worked to replace the dryer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina G.

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

Christina

The property is accurately described as listed. Beds were comfortable. Pool was perfect for our group. Could use a few more lounge chairs or deck furniture to use. Other than this we had what we needed. Location was good and easy to get to restaurants nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2024
Hi Christina, thanks for the review of Bonnie Dunes! We're glad you had a wonderful time at Bonnie Dunes!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Katlyn F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bonnie Dunes Rental

We stayed in both sides of this rental property. We were able to check in early which was a huge plus for us and our families. The fence around the pool was extremely wobbly and a lot of the beds were as well. The master bedroom toilet was constantly breaking/running but it was an easy fix on our part. Pool person had to come out and shock the pool during our stay, which left us not being able to use the pool for a few ours in the middle of the afternoon. Easy walk to the beach. Communication was amazing on part of the property, they were easy to get a hold of and responded promptly. For the price it is a great rental and was able to suit our needs as a large family of 20!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. We’re thrilled to hear that the unique opportunity for early check-in and responsive communication made a positive impact on your stay, and that the home was a good fit for your large group! We appreciate your patience with the minor hiccups, like the pool treatment and toilet issue, and we’ve made sure our team is aware of the feedback regarding the beds and fencing so we can make improvements. We’re glad the location worked well for your beach time, and hope your visit was filled with great family memories. We'd love the chance to host y’all again!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Erica P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Not bad for the price

Spring break family trip. The house was perfect for 2 family’s with lots of kids. Perfect location. I booked this house for 14 people. We had 12 towels total… the pictures of the house are misleading. Bedrooms are smaller and the back door doesn’t walk out to the pool.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2023
Hi Erica, thanks for letting us know about the towel count, I will address this with housekeeping department.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sherilyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Carete vacay

The house was nice, the pool was great. Parking was very good! Very clean, would definitely stay here again. Cleaning crew was still cleaning at 4 when we checked in. Kitchen was stocked but not with enough stuff, we didn’t get the WiFi fixed until the day before we left even though we tried to communicate with the owner Brian numerous times, water heater was fixed promptly. Furniture was not very comfortable, the front bedrooms need better window coverings it was so bright in the mornings. Overall was a good experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2024
Hi Sherilyn, thank you for taking the time to share this feedback with us! We always appreciate the opportunity to improve and know where to start based on your notes. We are glad y'all had a great time and would love to welcome you back to the beaches again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Tawana T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Family Togetherness

This was our first whole family vacation in awhile. We had a great time. The property manager keeps you in the know via email and text. Which I found to be helpful. The property was clean and accommodated our family well. The property is across the street from the beach and a short walk to the beach. This property has a private pool in the backyard. You have to walk to the backyard to access the pool. You cannot access the pool from the inside of the house. If you have a family member with gait issues, this property has a lot of stairs. Overall, this property was nice. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hi Tawana, thanks for the great review of Bonnie Dunes, we're glad to hear your family enjoyed this property!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Chad G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Affordable Duplex Just Off the Beach

Overall, we enjoyed using this duplex for our multi-family reunion. The location is just right in being close to Gulf Shores Pkwy, but far enough from the big beach crowds. The gathering spaces were big enough for us (16 total) to eat and hangout, and we loved the deck and pool spaces. We did have an AC unit go out on one side two nights in a row which wasn’t great in the July heat, but the property management/owner fixed it as fast as they could and were very responsive. Also refunded partial to make up for it. The inside could use some attention with repainting and broken floor tiles. The bed types per room doesn’t fully match the description or pics, but we made it work. All in all, it was an affordable house just off the beach with great property owner/management service, and lots of space to host our big family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Hi Chad, thank you so much for your feedback! We are so pleased you had a good experience and appreciate your notes. Please return to the beaches soon, we'd be glad to host you again!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gina L.

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

Great place in need of a little work.

Several issues. It should not be called pet friendly, or even pets allowed. As soon as my dogs got out of the car there paws were covered in sand spurs. We had to dig them out with tweezers. Dogs didn’t want to go out again. Two toilets requires multiple flush’s and many clogs. Old in poor repair ( im a master plumber ) One toilet tank cracked down the middle. We didn’t use it for fear of it breaking. Tiles cracked throughout the house. My grandson (3) and I were sitting on the step at the top of the entry stairs. He touches the stairs rung and it fell off leaving a hole big enough for him to fall thru. Air conditioning on one side quit working on second day. We didn’t call for service as the temperature outside was dropping and didn’t want to deal with it. It is a nice property but maintenance has been neglected. Maintenance obviously done by handy Andy. Not going back, expect more for what we paid.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec 2022
Hi GIna, thank you for letting us know about the issues encountered during your stay. We have corrected these and passed along to the owner as well. Have a great day!
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandy N.

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

16 guests - a place for everyone

Bonnie Dunes had exactly what we needed for all 16 of us. Bedrooms were very nice, bath for each bedroom, roomy living area and a great kitchen area. I will say that since our rental was larger and rates were higher, I think consideration should be given to get larger units cleaned first. This many people usually come at different times and an earlier check-in would be appreciated. We ended up last on the cleaning crews schedule and weren’t allowed access to the unit until later than 4:30. We had been told 3:30. This was even after we requested an earlier check in more than 24 hours before we came into town. We also offered to compensate for this earlier time - we were never contacted by the agency in reply to our request. The unit itself was very clean, but the grounds around the unit had trash, bldg materials, etc laying around. We did clean others trash up as the week progressed. It took away from the looks of the unit. We had trouble getting half of the unit cooled, the phone number on the agreement wasn’t answered, called the number to rent a unit and received a quick response. Unfortunately, the repair company wasn’t there until 10:30 pm. Both sides could use a broom, we ended up purchasing a broom to sweep sand. Bring a wagon of some sort as beach access is not as close as shown on the website. Rain came in front door and both balcony doors during a bad wind and rain storm (Barry). Oh, loved the covered area in front of the parking area. We made use of that every evening! With all that said, would rent this unit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Hi Sandy, thanks for the detailed review, as this helps us with improvements! We are sorry about the cleaning crew arriving late, during peak seasons, we experience higher volumes, but the house should have been ready by 3:30 as the original checkin time states. We have had issues with contractors leaving construction material laying around the property and again, we apologize. I have passed this review over to maintenance to address the other issues in this review. We are sorry you had to experience this and hope your next stay is a five-star experience!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrell G.

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

Hangout Fest 2022

Great for Hangout. About a 2 mile walk and sleeps plenty of people. We had both sides of the duplex which worked out great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
Hi Darrell, thanks for the five star!
Verified

8/10 Good

Matt S.

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

Everything we needed.

Check in was easy. Everything that was listed was there and functioning. Location was great property seemed very maintained. Some of the towels needed to be replaced (rusty stains). Recommend outdoor lighting around pool area. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2021
Hi Matt, thanks for the great review! I'll let the owner know about adding the lights to the pool area, thanks for the recommendation!

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Hosted by Harris Vacations

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We hope that you will choose to spend your hard earned vacation days with us at one of our homes. ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes. However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older to reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25. We have no exception to this policy.

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