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October is the best month for the Gulf!

Beachfront holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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Living Room Open to Kitchen
Close walk to the beach
Views to the gulf and the bay
Eat in Kitchen with Breakfast Bar
Kitchen with New Stainless Appliances

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 1092.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
  • Place, Fort Morgan
  • Place, Kiva Dunes Golf Course
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

KIng Master Suite

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

October is the best month for the Gulf!

Making New Memories is found on Hwy 180 headed towards the Fort and Tacky Jacks. Once considered a fish camp and now a small piece of luxury on the peninsula island many have come to know and love.

Our beach cottage is a 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath home sitting on a very private 1/2 acre of land. Just one street away from being ocean front. Relax on the front porch, feel the constant breeze, and enjoy your view of Mobile Bay. Relax on the back deck off of the King Master and Queen bedroom and enjoy the beauty of the Gulf of Mexico.

We purchased this little gem in March 2018 and remodeled the property in April and May of 2018. It boasts an open airy living room/dining room combination. All new appliances and furnishings.

Our home is taken care of by a dedicated team of individuals that are local to the area and will take care of just like you were family.

Please enjoy the pictures and call with any inquiries that you may have.
We hope to be chosen as your next vacation destination.

New in 2023 heated pool option is available for your stay. Charge for heating the pool is $300/week. Heating the pool is NOT recommended for winter months as the heater is only capable of heating the water so much. Refunds will NOT be given.

Golf cart is NOT included with the property! A golf cart is available on the property for a charge of $400/week. Golf cart rentals are also available through a local company called island carts golf cart rentals!

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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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
$100 pet fee per pet. Dogs only. Up to $200
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf State Park, while Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council are cultural highlights. Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary and Zooland Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Fort Morgan - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 11 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Dauphin Island Beaches - 45 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Selah - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Connections Coffee Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does October is the best month for the Gulf! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at October is the best month for the Gulf!?

As of 11 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at October is the best month for the Gulf! on 12 Nov 2025 start from AU$851.61, 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 October is the best month for the Gulf! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at October is the best month for the Gulf!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at October is the best month for the Gulf!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is October is the best month for the Gulf! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Fort Morgan Beach and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Fort Morgan. Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge is 1 mi (1.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

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

Summer at the beach

Plenty to do, beach was awesome
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sonya S.

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

Fall vacation

Wonderful stay at Fort Morgan. The house was very clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the views of the bay and Gulf. It was a short walk to the beach and very quiet and relaxing. We would definitely book this home again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

wendy b.

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

Gulf shores

Very nice, clean. Back porch excellent place to relax. Pool was awesome
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy S., Michigan

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

Great Beach House

We loved the location! A short walk to the beach, easy drive into Gulf Shores (if you wanted) but we liked the "non-touristy" area that this house was in. Less than 2 miles to put in kayaks on the Bay side, Kiva Dunes golf course was only 2 miles away - although I thought Peninsula golf course was much better and that is only 6-7 miles. The property owners were great with communication, everything was as expected.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

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

Wonderful Getaway

The house was absolutely adorable, your typical beach house. Kitchen fully stocked with everything you need. We loved the bed linens!! Thank you for a fabulous home-away-from-home. I loved the solitude of coming in January and having the beach to ourselves. We definitely want to plan a return trip. My grandkids visited and loved there was a sandy area with shells under the house to play in. Thanks again for a great vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvette P.

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

Perfect Little Beach House

This was absolutely the perfect beach house for me and my husband and 2 boys!! We loved everything about it and definitely plan on coming back!! The house was more than enough for us and my boys loved their rooms with TV's in them. We enjoyed the beach and the pool every single day we were there!! The golf cart made it perfect for our little cruises to the beach and around the neighborhood! Holly was the best and worked with us every minute considering Tropical storm Barry was approaching on our week to come down!! She was awesome in every way and made our stay so welcoming! We have stayed at alot of BIG beach houses with family....Destin, South Padre, Miramar, Fort Walton....and this was by far the funnest most relaxing vacay we have had and we will be back for sure!!! Thank you Holly so much for everything and look forward to staying at your cozy beach house again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the pool. Great option to the beach that could be crowded at times. The house was very pet friendly and loved that we could take our pet with us to Tacky Jacks right down the road. Beach supplies at rental were a huge plus as well.
The umbrella was perfect for Trixi.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it and will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis R.

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

Wonderful Stay!

Loved this beach house! It had nice views. We enjoyed the decks and the pool. As a con, you do have to go on the main road for a little to get to the beach as other reviewers mention.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

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

Had a great stay!!

This was a cute beach house that was very clean. Holly was wonderful. We had a few issues when we arrived and she was very responsive! We brought our Boston terrier and the yard was great for her just watch out for the spurs that get in their paws! We were 4 adults and two kids. The kitchen had everything you needed for cooking as far as pans but bring extra paper towels, toilet paper, salt and pepper! The pool was very nice but would definitely recommend heating in the fall. The pool room was well stocked with several different floats. The golf cart is a must! If you are on the fence on that, just go for it, you will not regret it! It’s not a terrible walk to the beach but with stuff and kids it will be less stressful!! Tacky Jacks is extremely close and a fun place to eat, we enjoyed it! Also, I recommend doing a ferry ride to Dauphin Island and eating at Pirates Cove. The aquarium there is fun too! The ferry is a neat experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Its was a home away from home

It was so close to the beach and so peaceful you could hear the waves craching in the morning
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tara R.

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

Fantastic Host

Overall, our stay was good. However, the pictures were somewhat misleading. It appears there is a direct path to the beach from the back of the house, but this isn't the case. You actually have to walk along the side of a busy road to the next street to reach the beach. With a one-year-old baby in tow, this information would have been very helpful beforehand. Renting the golf cart was a good decision, but it was still nerve-wracking with cars speeding by at 50+ mph. There were also a few minor issues likely overlooked by the housekeepers: no extra trash bags, no dishwashing detergent, and not enough toilet paper to last a full day. On a positive note, the host was fantastic. Communication was excellent, and she was always responsive and helpful. She was also more than happy to let us check in early when we informed her we arrived sooner than planned. Despite these minor inconveniences, it was a good stay, and we would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas j.

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

10/10

We loved the place and the location was great. Host very helpful and Super accommodating
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim Z.

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

New memories

Had a great time. Very quiet neighborhood. Holly was an excellent host. We had a couple of minor hiccups and Holly responded immediately.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

MaLinda R.

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

Peaceful Get-a-way

This home was just as described in the listing. The home was very clean. We enjoyed the location. Easy walk to beach. I would recommend the golf cart though. The drive way is on the main road and although safe to walk, the golf cart would have been a nice option. It was off season, so we drove our car over to the beach. Views to the beach and bay are obstructed but you can see the water on both sides. The pool was very clean and a peaceful place to hang out. It was too cold while we were there to enjoy swimming. As with any beach property, you have to watch your pets paws for those spurs. However this property had a nice yard that we could walk our dogs and didn’t have any issues. It’s just something to always be aware of when at the beach. The neighbors were spaced far enough apart that it felt much more private than other homes. Having a decent size yard for the dogs as well as being far enough back off the street also made this property a favorite. Ps. I was so skeptical when I saw this home had all 5 stars when I booked, but was pleased that it was accurate.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

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

Great Stay

The house was very nice, loved the location and the pool. Rent the golf cart, it will make your beach trips effortless. Beds were comfortable, kitchen was stocked well, everything was very clean!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla J.

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

March 11-18, 2023

Very cute house, well stocked with kitchen and beach supplies, not directly on the beach but easy/quick access with the golf cart. Very close to Sassy Bass - great food! Cell phone reception spotty but you’re on vacation :) really enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi T.

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

Quiet and Relaxing

We had a great time exploring the area and beaches and the house was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

October 2022

Family of 3 (including teenage daughter) really enjoyed our stay at this property. The walking trail behind the house had a lot of thorns that are quite painful to step on. We walked along the road to get to the beach without any problems. The bedrooms at the house were a good size and the beds/pillows were very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kassie R.

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

October 2022

Great property! Short walk to beach. Would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Quiet Getaway

We were looking to get away from everything and recharge our batteries. This is exactly what we needed! The pool was a fantastic option to the beach and we spent time at both every day. The property was clean, well equipped, and exactly as advertised. We would definitely rent again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

The house was great and in a great location.

Great!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

danielle h.

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

Beautiful views, quiet area

Overall we had an amazing experience. It was beautiful and peaceful. The shed had many beach and pool items (boogie boards, floats, sand toys etc). The house was beautiful and had everything you need. There's an outside shower, which is extremely convenient. Beware of the path that is worn down behind the house that takes you straight to the beach. The owner of the house behind this one will lecture you about cost of sand replacement, and nature. We started driving over to the beach and parking at a house my sister had rented that was closer to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becca K.

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

Great for a getaway!

While it is smaller than it seemed in the pictures, there was still plenty of space for all 7 of us. Quick walk to the beach and the pool was great for the kids!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaylyn I., Cypress

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

Exactly as expected

Property was great, pool was clean and well maintained. Lots of sleeping accommodations. Beds were comfortable. Property was clean and everything was functional
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Holly Millman and Bonnie Murphy

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2 couples have come together to form MNM Properties LLC. Pat and Bonnie Murphy who already own and rent two homes in the Surf Side Shores Subdivision since 2004 decided in 2017 it was time to invest in another piece of property but wanted to find investors that would love the area just as they do. They pitched this idea to Ben and Holly Millman and together they bought the "Fish Camp" in March 2018.

Why they chose this property

We all love of the sun, sand, and surf they have remodeled the camp into a unique beach cottage escape. They have tried to think of everything so you don't have to bring anything but your suites and towels while on vacation at Making New Memories

What makes this property unique

The home is cared for by local individuals in the area. There is a local Property Manager and Maintenance Manager that oversee the property for MNM. This group is here to make sure you have a wonderful experience while at Making New Memories and we are hoping you will do just that - make memories that will last a life time and will continually call you back to our little piece of heaven on earth

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