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Escape to The Hideaway old style beach cottage by Prickett Properties

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12167.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Bedroom #3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom #4

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom #2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Escape to The Hideaway old style beach cottage by Prickett Properties

Located along the sugar white sands of West Beach in Gulf Shores, Alabama, this single level, beach front vacation home provides an amazing view of the Gulf of Mexico! The fhouse has four bedrooms, two baths, and a great porch facing the Gulf with a covered portion for shade. Inside has an open floor plan blending the fully stocked kitchen, cozy dining, and comfortable living room areas into a great space for all your guests. The living room and all bedrooms also have a TV and internet is provided throughout the home as well. For more peace of mind and an additional fee, you can also bring your pet with you! The house is a short drive to downtown Gulf Shores with many activities to choose from like the Hangout, Waterville, The Zoo, Putt Putt, Go Karts, and many restaurants for dining as well as places to socialize and just have a great time. The Hideaway Beach House located down West Beach Boulevard in Gulf Shores would be a great pick for your beach vacation!

***Bedding:
Bedroom 1 - King
Bedroom 2 - King
Bedroom 3 - 2 Queens
Bedroom 4 - 2 Queens
Total Sleeping Capacity of 12!

Amenities:
*Gulf Front
*Large Balconies
*WiFi
*Cable
*Linens/Towels Provided
*Fully Stocked Kitchen
*Washer and Dryer
*Charcoal Grill
*Covered Parking
*Onsite Arrival
* Pet Friendly with additional fee

* All guests will have to sign a reservation agreement upon making a reservation with us to complete the booking and receive check-in instructions.

* The pet fee is $40 a day plus lodging tax and this total does not show up on the booking total so it will be billed and invoiced seperately once the booking is made.

Restrictions:
*** No Smoking ***
*** Must be at least 25 years old to rent this property. We can sometimes do less than 25 but there will be a refundable damage deposit and it has to be approved in writing ***
*** Any special events such as weddings, etc. must be approved in writing and will be subject to an event fee ***

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 20-8300025

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The Park at OWA is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Gulf State Park - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Waterville USA - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Gulf Shores Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to The Hideaway old style beach cottage by Prickett Properties pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Escape to The Hideaway old style beach cottage by Prickett Properties?

As of 10 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape to The Hideaway old style beach cottage by Prickett Properties on 22 Nov 2025 start from AU$1,146.13, 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.

What time is check-in at Escape to The Hideaway old style beach cottage by Prickett Properties?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to The Hideaway old style beach cottage by Prickett Properties?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Escape to The Hideaway old style beach cottage by Prickett Properties located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Gulf Shores Beach and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Gulf State Park. West Beach and Lagoon Pass Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.0

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. 27 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 65 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise Q.

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

Great stay

Only thing I would recommend is more patio furniture to accommodate the number of feet it sleeps.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Amee D.

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

Wonderful stay

This is a beautiful property located in a perfect location. The owner could do a few repairs but other than that it’s exactly as described. Best family vacation ever
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Liz B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not same as pictures

Pictures and property details need to be updated to reflect current conditions. The deck is a major safety hazard that needs to be addressed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

The outdoor furniture was all broken. Microwave tray missing. Beds & baths were clean.

Not the best I've stayed in.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

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

Great location!

Great beachfront location! Easy access to everything. Convenience store, restaurant, and ice cream shop across the street. Enjoyed the covered back porch. Exterior needs refresh but all in all, it fit our Q/K bed needs better than others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Makenzie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beach Trip

Overall this property was nice. The location was amazing. Some things are a little outdated but overall we had a great stay. We were worried by reading recent reviews, but we did reach out to the property management and they informed us areas of concerns had been fixed. Some boards in the deck were old but a lot of new boards had been recently put down. The furniture in the living area is different from the photos, but the property management had also ensured me new furniture had been put in before our arrival. We were a group of 7 and we all slept comfortably and had no real complaints. Only suggestion I would make is to bring extra seating for the deck if you are a large group as there are not many chairs outside.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clay C.

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

Great and inexpensive place to stay. Good size back porch and short walk to your spot on the beach.

We had a very enjoyable stay. House was clean and just spacious enough for 9 people. I will say to any future renters, place your beach equipment in the garage when you aren’t on the beach. We made the mistake of leaving them on the backside of the house and they got stolen. Even though we didn’t store in the laundry room or garage, it would have been nice to be able to lock that door if we did.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Valerie M.

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

Glad it was switched

We arrives to this house on the ocean, and it was awful. We knew it needed some TLC bases on passed reviews but this was awful. Wood rotting, sticky surfaces, dirty furniture with rips in it. Boards up on the deck. Once I spoke with the property manager she switched us to a beautiful clean place down the road. She was by far the best, great to communicate for us and all the kids we needed to pack up. But the owner needs to demolish this place, it’s like a scary movie.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Flora S.

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

Unsafe home on beach

The location in Gulf Shores on the beach was wonderful. Unfortunately this older home is in a sad state of repair with the deck about to fall down and unsafe.The stairs bannister was also unsafe. It appears the owners are waiting for it to fall down or be taken by a storm to rebuild on the lot. We would not return to this property.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

LeAnn T.

Liked: Check-in, location

May 2022 Hideaway Review

Great location but does need some TLC and updating both inside and out. Inside furniture in living room area needs updating. Deck furniture needs to be replaced and more seating options needed on the deck. We figured out the tv’s but instructions in the binder would be nice. Not sure who cleans this for you but the floors are filthy.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Emily M.

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

Beach house for the dogs first ocean adventure

We chose the location for the direct beach access, the appearance online and the price. This was way more house than we needed for 2 adult and two Swiss Shepherds so would outfit a large party very well. The only issue for us was how poorly the house was outfitted for guests: no salt and pepper in the kitchen, no dish soap, no real basic supplies to exist there. Multiple shopping trips later we had what we need and left much of the provisions there hopefully for the next guests. It's a great property literally right on the beach but be warned: we were delighted this house was dog friendly but the beach and the community are not so be prepared. Great house.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Chuck M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Location is great!

The online depiction of this property is not what you will find upon arrival. There was peeling paint and rotten trim on the exterior, the deck had nails sticking up everywhere which posed a danger to small children as well as adults walking barefoot. There was black mold visible in the hallway and one of the bedrooms. The kitchen had some basic items for our use, if you stay here take inventory (pots/pans, etc.) of what is available prior to cooking. Maintenance was great and answered when you called and came out right away to address concerns other than mold. AC works great and there is plenty of room. The view is spectacular, and the beaches are amazing, you get what you expected there!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Hunter G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

The location was perfect and communication was also amazing!

We showed up to a broken tv in one of the bedrooms and I messaged them late in the night to let them know. Almost immediately messaged me back letting me know that would get it taken care of. The next day they had a new one set up for us. The deck is horrible! Nails sticking up everywhere and boards not down. The first day my husband cut his foot pretty good on a nail which probably needed stitches. We couldn’t let our kids go out there without us holding them. Besides a couple of things it was a good place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Susanne C.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Pictures were from several years ago before deferred maintenance. I should have gotten what I paid for or paid for what I got. On a positive note, AC, water pressure and pillows were good.
Advertised a screened in porch. Apparently they decided to tear it out. One reason I rented this house.
Both bathrooms had peeling and torn wallpaper. No TP holder in one. Sharp edge on one towel bar. And if it says it sleeps 12, give me 12 sets of towels, not 8.
Mold at AC. They need to insulate the unit, replace drywall. The kilzed over all the AC vents because of mold.
Rotten soffits and fascia.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kaye G.

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

Great location

This house is in a great location with easy access to the beach. Needs some major cosmetic fixes which I can get past but the deck is a little to look past. At the beach you are mainly barefoot. The boards are goi g bad and the nails are pushing up pretty bad. I wanted to book again for the same time next year but was concerned what condition the deck would be in by the, so I haven’t. We had a great time in the house and happy to have been able to use it though.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda M.

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

Beach hideaway

Back deck had nails coming out and wood coming up. Could use a little fixing up. House was clean. Reported a TV not working and response was fast but wasnt fixed before we left. Would stay again for location and price was not bad.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

gary k.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Not worth the money

While the inside of the house seemed pretty clean, this was not the case. The floors were very gritty and sandy when we checked in. All the cupboards in the kitchen were very sticky, and we seen cockroaches the size of silver dollars. The outside of the house is horrible. There is paint peeling everywhere, And the deck is in such horrible shape. You cannot walk on it with bare feet because there are nails sticking up everywhere and bad boards everywhere. The little bit of furniture they have on the deck is in terrible shape and very dirty. To say the very least, my wife and I were very disappointed in what we received for what we paid.We do not get to go on trips like this very often, so it was very disappointing
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan B.

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

Great location and privacy

The property is in a great location close to the city center and the beach but still has a lot of privacy!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamey L.

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

Wonderful Spot on the Beach!

Fun spot on the beach, wonderful location.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Issaias O.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Great location, looked different than in photos

Overall our stay was okay, it was in rougher shape than what the photos showed. For example, knobs on the showers looked pretty gross (the older clear ish kind that looked to have black stuff in them). The shower curtain was speckled with what I assume was mildew and had some staining. The location was the saving grace, as far as the house itself I don’t think we would rebook. Would like something that felt cleaner.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great vacation spot

Good location, beach access and views. Had room for all 10 of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Group Weekend

The location and the property were ideal for the weekend on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selina P.

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

The Hideaway

The location was excellent, the house was clean, the check in and communication was great. The floor plan was very good . The house needs major deck repair, and the kitchen cabinets are sticky (bad paint I’m guessing) which gives a gross feeling while cooking. I am not a snob by any means and don’t care about aesthetics as much as the functionality and cleanliness. Overall the rental company was great, I would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Danielle Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great view … less than great house

Our stay started by pulling in and construction was being done on the deck railing. Obviously less than ideal when you’ve flown all day with two small children. Prickett Properties stated they thought the deck rail construction was already finished the week prior and since the railing on the entire deck was completely off, for safety reasons, we couldn’t stay there. The lady handling the situation from Prickett property was very nice, understood the frustration on our end and was quick to send us two alternative (and VERY much an upgrade) houses and it ended working out great. ** HOWEVER, while sitting at this particular property while things were figured out, we walked through the house and it would have been very much a let down. There are MANY updates and fixes that need to be done. It looked “clean” but we wouldnt have been comfortable being there all week so I’m so very thankful things ended up going how they did. Furniture is old and dingy, front door rusted, some very obvious water damage in an area of the hallway ceiling that looked extremely questionable (mold??). They were replacing the deck railing but idk why they wouldn’t just replace the entire deck…It’s old, lots of nails popping up, sliver galore for bare feet, the small area of enclosed porch had ripped screening. The view is spectacular but not enough to overshadow the poor condition of the house. Would NOT book this house or recommend anyone else to.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Garon M.

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

Great location. House needs some work.

Pros: Location House layout was very nice. Kitchen was well stocked. Cons: Lots of rust (doors, knobs, air vents) Deck is in poor shape Living room furniture is old and not cleanest Ceilings had several bad areas A/C had a note not to turn down past 68
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

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