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Beachfront 3-story townhome in the best location!
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Ocean Reef 802 - Living & dining w/balcony access
Ocean Reef 802 - Open, spacious living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪16 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action

Gulf Front Townhome; Short Walk to Town!! 3-story townhome, outdoor pool.

Welcome to Ocean Reef in Gulf Shores!

Awesome new plank flooring located in the brand NEW kitchen! Beautiful quartz counters accent new custom cabinetry & backsplash. Sharpen your inner master chef skills and prepare home-cooked meals. Well-appointed and stocked with the essentials including quality (all new) stainless steel appliances. Brew your morning coffee and enjoy the sunrise from your spacious Gulf Front patio. The balcony decking was recently replaced as well (Jan 2020). Premium polywood patio furniture recenty added (Oct 2024)!

Plus the COMPLEX & POOL are RENOVATED!! Recently upgraded pool decking, siding and roofs for complex (March 2018);

Stream your favorite shows on the NEW 50 inch Ultra HD SMART TV in Living Room. NETFLIX, HULU, Amazon Prime all available on your own account! Blueray DVD player available as well. Enjoy the convenience of charging your devices using the USB charging ports in kitchen and master BR!

Ocean Reef 802 is a spacious, 3-story gulf front vacation town house accommodating 8 guests. The thermostat allows cooling to a minimum of 70 degrees - tampering will be a guest service charge.

Ocean Reef is situated in a prime location along Alabama's beautiful gulf coast and easy walking distance to the center of town.

3BR/2.5BA beach front home has 2 balconies, one off the living room, one off the master bedroom, overlooking the beach and gulf, with staircase leading down to the white sand beach. This fully equipped home has D/W, W/D, 4 TVs (All large Flat Screens)/2 Blueray DVDs, icemaker and all appliances. Parking for 2 cars covered - Permit required ($40/vehicle); Parking pass(es) will be purchased on-site at the guard shack, which is located in front of the pool, after 4pm CT. The parking pass must be purchased with cash only. BBQ area next to gorgeous pool.

50" UHD Smart TV in Living Room; new 43" Smart TV in Master bedroom with new 40" Smart TV in Queen bedroom! 40" Flatscreen in loft 3rd BR

Bedding is:
Master - King with private balcony - 43" SMART TV
2nd bedroom - Queen - 40" SMART TV
3rd bedroom - Double & 2 Twins

Approx Area: 1,572 Sq Ft

Gulf Shores Alabama Beach Front Vacation Rentals hosted by Gulfsands. Please call or book online for reservations today!

Monthly stays are from the 1st of the month to the 1st of the next month. We do not prorate our rates.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Renter/occupant min age 25 years;must stay in unit

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: USD 32 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Property # 1264457vb
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
This property accepts cash
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and 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. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wade Ward Nature Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gulf State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Waterville USA - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action?

As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action on 2 Aug 2026 start from AU$538, 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 Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Beachfront Ocean Reef 802 | 3-story Townhome | Near all the action located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores holiday home 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

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clay B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay was great
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a trip for multiple generations and it was the perfect location. Everyone was comfortable and the house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALTON C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place! The beach was easily accessible and not crowded.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Right on the beach,close to restaurants and stores. Unit has plenty of room and everything needed for a family of 5.Enjoyed our stay and will visit again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kisha G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay. The amount of room was perfect for our group. Comfortable beds. Great location close to shopping and restaurants. We loved how close the beach is to the condo. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful property! It was exceptionally clean and cozy. I loved the fact that the kitchen had just about every utensil and appliance you could possibly need, although I did bring some of my own things from home, we didn’t need them after all. The view from the porch was breathtaking, the neighbors were kind My in laws enjoyed it very much. We are already planning to come back next summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn D.

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

Perfect Family Beach Stay

This was absolutely accommodating and beach accessible!! Loved it!! Will definitely choose this place again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2024
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that your stay at Ocean Reef was perfect for your family beach getaway! 🌊 It sounds like you made the most of our beach access—nothing beats those spontaneous sandcastle-building sessions! 🏖️ We can't wait to welcome you back to Ocean Reef for more fun in the sun. Who knows what beach adventures await next time?
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

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

gulf shores

Conveniently location on the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristy P.

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

Spring Break

nice condo, will stay again
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and that our condo met your needs. We hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

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

Perfect location!

We will absolutely be back! Perfect location & loved the townhouse. Everyone's already asked if we can come back next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Music to our ears, Jennifer! We look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fun week

Convenient and eat walk to places
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Clean and convenient

We had a great time at this townhome set right on the beach. It was great to also have a community pool that was close and not crowded. There is a washer/dryer in the home. We could walk to some nearby restaurants to eat. Overall, it was a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Hi Jessica, we are delighted to know of your enjoyment and found 802 to be a 5-star accommodation. We appreciate the feedback and look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty R.

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

Excellent stay!

Very impressed with the level of communication and responsiveness with an issue that came up very soon after arrival. Totally knocked it out of the park! The view of and proximity to the beach is worth every penny. We are making plans to return soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan 2024
Thanks for the wonderful review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Perfect

Perfect place for our family of 4. Close to everything!! Not huge but not small. Everyone had their own space to relax but we were all still vacationing together. Would 100% go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

roxanne b.

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

Great spot!

Location was thee best part! Some things weren't cleaned up to par for us but we just did it ourselves. The couches and chair cushions were stained/gross. The dryer handle was broken off so we had to pry the door with a butter knife. Overall the location was our favorite part! We would definitely go back here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Thanks for your review! Please know we had the living room furniture & dining chair/bar stool cushions steam cleaned on Aug 21 and we have replaced the dryer door handle. We hope to see you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Beach

The property is perfect. Close to walk everywhere on the beach. Not impressed with Gulf Sand rental check in policy. It would be much better to have a combination lock on the door of the condo and not have to go to their office to pick up keys and the same to return. They must work from home, office closed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Patrick D.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Location was good for the Hangout Festival, but that’s it.

The location of this condo was perfect for the Hangout Festival for my daughter and her college friends..I can not imagine renting this and bring my 3 younger children… for starters checking into this condo was the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever experienced.. I have never had to drive and pick up keys in a locked box.. outside of a rental office that’s open until 5pm. however is closed to the public? Traffic was awful road was blocked so you had to pass the office and back track back to the rental company for the key pickup. communication on the inability to turn into the parking lot would have been wonderful. A key pad check in system would be so much more efficient! You check in at 4pm. Unload your car, and then have to find the security guard selling the parking passes? He was sitting on a folding chair smoking by a car. It was absolutely ridiculous. Also who has cash? Paying when booking would have much easier, and having the pass ready for the renters. The condo was not clean, extremely dusty, dirty floors, dirty carpet upstairs, dirty nasty baseboards. I can provide photos if needed. Most of the furniture looked rough . The third floor was extremely hot when we arrived, blinds open baking the room, terrible air circulation. Preheated the oven and it was smoking like it was on fire. It had not been cleaned between renters. Also it’s not mentioned, you share the main deck with two other rental units. Extremely uncomfortable to sit, and watch the sunset with strangers.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2024
Hi Patrick, We regret to see the low star rating. Families of all ages come to enjoy Ocean Reef throughout the year. We do include a detour route to the office due to the roadwork. Please see your email. This unit currently has traditional keys so the check-in method is at the office. We supply all this information up front so guests know what to expect. Yes, we'll be reaching out to you for the photos as the unit was inspected prior to your arrival with no issues. We'll pass the housekeeping feedback to the cleaner so she's aware of the oven issue. We did not hear from you at any point during your stay to address any concerns and it can take several weeks to see reviews during busy season. Please call or email so we have the opportunity to address any issues. We understand you booked this property for the proximity to the Hangout Fest and glad it met your needs.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place

We really loved our stay at Ocean Reef 802! Extremely spacious for my husband, myself, and our three kids. Pretty comfy beds, nicely decorated, BEAUTIFUL Pyrex bowls in the kitchen. Appliances are nice and up to date. We shared the deck with neighboring tenants and they were very kind and friendly. Once you step off your deck, you’re right on the beach. Very family friendly. The pool was small but fine. Lots of kids of all ages there and they all played well with our children. Beautiful views of the ocean from the living room and the master bedroom. My ONLY complaint was that there was an empty can of 4 lokos behind the toilet and a random spoon in one of the bedroom closets and several ping pong balls under the couches 😂😂 so whoever was there before us had a great time 😂😂 housekeeping just overlooked a few things. However those little things were definitely not enough to keep us from booking there again. We would LOVE to come back to ocean reef 802 the next time we visit gulf shores! Thanks for the amazing memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth J.

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

Exactly what we needed

We came to Gulf Shores for softball. The condo was newly remodeled on the first floor and tastefully decorated and painted throughout. Just a few steps off the deck and you have your toes in the sand. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Scarlett M.

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

Great location, but just a few things...

We loved the location and being able to walk outside and be on the beach. One thing I didn't realize, that I think is important to note, is you do share a back porch with 2 other condos so that is just a bit odd. The beds are also incredibly uncomfortable. I've seen responses from management saying that everyone has their own type of bed preference but unless you like to sleep on incredibly old, hard, uncomfortable mattresses you're going to have an issue. I am never ready to leave the beach but was so looking forward to a good night's sleep. We did have to contact the property mgr twice and they are so extremely kind and quick to assist. I can't say enough positive about that experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Neal C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Hood

Porch was too crowded with neighboring tenants!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lynn M.

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

Needs serious replacement and repair.

We could not open the freezer, it was frozen shut. The entire refrigerator moved when opening the freezer. The ice maker struggled every day. Although I paid a cleaning fee, I had to clean before I left. However, being dependent upon renters to do this cleaning, we found dirty cups, glasses, plates and silver when we arrived & had to clean everything upon arrival and upon departure! What's the cleaning fee for? I had a bad accident in the master bath shower. The metal drain is loose & I slipped on it. Could have been much worse. FIT IT!!! My first morning I took my tea out to the deck to enjoy some deck time. My tea cup immediately fell off the deck table. The table is so rusted that 2 of the legs are 4-5 inches shorter making it wobble & impossible to keep anything on top. That night I opened the screen door in the master bedroom. It is full of golf ball sized holes! The neighbor/owner Lori, blocked off one entire end of the deck obstructing the access/egress stairs in order to let her yappy dogs out. These dogs bark morning, noon and night. Every time we tried to take a nap, they woke us up. We will not be renting this property again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Hi, thanks for your note, but we heard nothing from the guest. Freezer has had no issue prior or subsequent to this guest. Refrigerator ice machines will not keep up with vacation rental use, we regret. A few cubes every few hours only, and the tray is dumped prior to check in for COVID, as other people's hands may have touched ice. We do not require any guest cleaning, simply take out the trash and wash the dishes. All rentals in the city require this. The unit, rooms, floors, baths, showers, linens, sink, kitchen and refrigerator are the cleaning and handled completely by the crews. We appreciate your comment on the deck table, as no one had mentioned it. It was immediately replaced and we would have been happy to replace while you were there if you had called or emailed. Thanks.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Victoria P.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Overall review

The location was perfect but the quality of everything in the condo was subpar. The beds were so uncomfortable that no one got a good night sleep. I also wonder what the $300+ cleaning fee is for since we had to clean everything before we left, including putting all clean dishes away. It makes a 10 am check-out super tough. Waiting for the dishwasher to run, but better not have breakfast or drink anything while you wait. Plus the one kitchen trash bag provided seems stingy.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept 2023
Hi, thanks for your note. Please remember only starter items provided, as we send your 'things to remember to bring' list that notes one bag per can, etc, before all guests leave home. Upon departure guests only have to take the trash out and put away dishes, as all of the major cleaning, baths and bedding is up to the crews. This is standard in every condo on the beach too. Glad you enjoyed your stay, and regret you didn't enjoy the bedding. This is a personal preference item, and all our previous guests have enjoyed the beds, but we will be sure the owner gets your feedback. Hope you travel to our beaches again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayme W.

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

Great place!

We had an amazing stay. The beach is so beautiful and this home was so comfortable. Plenty of space and check in was a breeze!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis O.

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

The property was very clean & recently updated

We have stayed at this property (condo units) multiple times and enjoyed the location to both the beach & restaurants
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

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