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The Sandy Fox–Family-Friendly Gulf Escape

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A modern kitchen with a granite countertop, wooden cabinets, and a built-in TV.
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A kitchen with granite countertops, double sinks, wooden cabinets, and a view to the living area.
A view from a balcony overlooking a beach with a wooden walkway leading to the water, a small gazebo, and distant shoreline buildings.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beachfront property with multiple buildings, including a two-story house with a balcony.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Gulf Shores Beach
6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 22

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Little Lagoon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Lagoon Pass Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Bedroom 1

+12
6 Single Beds, 2 King Beds, 6 Queen Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

7 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

The Sandy Fox–Family-Friendly Gulf Escape

The Sandy Fox – Family-Friendly Lagoon & Gulf Escape with Private Pool

Overview

Welcome to The Sandy Fox, your family’s ultimate Gulf Coast getaway! This spacious lagoon-front retreat offers beautiful views of both the Gulf and lagoon, a private pool, and plenty of room for large families and groups. Just one block from the sugar-white beach, this 6-bedroom, 6-bath home sleeps up to 22 guests and is designed for comfort, fun, and making memories together.

Sleeping Arrangements
Upstairs

· Master Bedroom 1 – King bed · Private bathroom · Lagoon balcony view
· Master Bedroom 2 – King bed · Private bathroom · Lagoon balcony view
· Guest Bedroom 3 – 2 Queen beds + Twin bunk beds · Private bathroom
· Guest Bedroom 4 – 2 Queen beds + Twin bunk beds · Private bathroom

Downstairs
· Guest Bedroom 5 – Queen bed + Twin bed
· Guest Bedroom 6 – Queen bed + Twin bed
· Living Room – 2 Queen sleeper sofas

Sleeps: 22 guests

Amenities

General
· Air conditioning
· General heating
· Essentials (linens, towels, toiletries)
· Wireless internet
· Iron & board
· Parking for up to 8 vehicles
· Minimum age to rent is 25
· Summer Season this is a 7 day min rental form Saturday to Saturday

Kitchen
· Blender
· Coffee machine
· Dishwasher
· Microwave
· Oven
· Refrigerator
· Toaster

Laundry
· Washing machine
· Clothes dryer

Entertainment & Outdoor
· Private swimming pool
· TV (cable)
· Grill
· Waterfront location (lagoon access + Gulf views)
· Multiple balconies & decks
Location
· 1 block from the beach – easy access for kids and beach gear
· Lagoon-front with fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding right outside your door
· Close to family-friendly restaurants, ice cream shops, and attractions

Perfect For
· Large family vacations
· Multi-family getaways
· Groups who want space, comfort, and fun

Book your stay at The Sandy Fox today — where the lagoon, Gulf views, and your own private pool are waiting!

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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: dogs and cats less than 99 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2207520vb
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The Wharf and Tanger Outlet Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Waterville USA and The Park at OWA are not to be missed.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Little Lagoon - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lagoon Pass Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 21 min drive - 28.2 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Sandy Fox–Family-Friendly Gulf Escape have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sandy Fox–Family-Friendly Gulf Escape?

As of 17 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sandy Fox–Family-Friendly Gulf Escape on 2 Nov 2026 start from AU$2,229, 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 The Sandy Fox–Family-Friendly Gulf Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 99 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Sandy Fox–Family-Friendly Gulf Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Sandy Fox–Family-Friendly Gulf Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sandy Fox–Family-Friendly Gulf Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sandy Fox–Family-Friendly Gulf Escape located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Little Lagoon and Gulf Shores Beach. Gulf State Park is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

Great property

Our family had a wonderful vacation in Gulf shores, Alabama ! Our family enjoyed our stay !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley J.

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

Best week ever!

Me and my friends really enjoyed staying here for spring break. Location was perfect and communication with the house owner was awesome. Would 100% stay again!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert R.

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

family vacation

Had a few issues when we arrived but all were addressed promptly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Macy M.

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

Spring Break Trip with friends

The house was perfect for our group! He was very upfront about rules and quick to get back to us if we had questions or concerns.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

OUTSTANDING PROPERTY

OUTSTANDING PROPERTY
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Zane W.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location

Not the Best

This house was okay but I didn't enjoy my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
Zane didn’t enjoy his stay because he -and his teenaged friends trashed my house, we’re charged for the damage they did, refused to leave at checkout and we had to threaten them with law enforcement to make them leave so We found repair the damage and get the home ready for the next guests. After me cleaners arrived at 10am to Clean for the 4pm arrival - his guests decided to go back to bed. It took us 90 minutes to get them out and they left 11 garbage bags full Of trash.
Verified

8/10 Good

Ja T.

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

Rocky Start

MANY issues for first three days of our week long stay. Owner was receptive to getting issues resolved but we shouldn’t have had to be put in a position of not having access to what we paid for for even one day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
Guest lost her mind on us because we had an algae bloom in the pool after a tropical storm. Her husband told our professional pool guy he didn’t Know what he was doing. She called screaming at me. Literally screaming at me like I was a peasant saying the neighbors had taken over the pool. When I inquired I discovered it was 2 people and we share a pool with them. We employ professional cleaners, professional pest control, professional pool management and a trash service in an effort to make each stay stress free. We can’t control tropical storms diluting our pool any more than we can control the way people treat us when they rent from us. What we can can control is who we rent to again- Covid has made people act insane and we will never rent to this guest again.
Verified

4/10 Poor

George W.

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

This place could be fantastic

Aug 2021 Rental I will start with the Pros which is the location and proximity to the beach, lagoon and all the local hot spots such as the Hangout. The pool was well maintained and clean! Unfortunately the Cons outweigh the Pros. The Cons include the dangerous and numerous steps leading from the house at each duplex down to the pool area. The owner needs to put some money into redoing the deck areas and the stairs. The deck area was not level and did not feel sturdy and was missing railings. The steps were numerous, felt unsturdy cause they were not level, the wood was worn and needs replacing. Both the deck areas in the front and the back of the house looked like there were plenty of code violations and a potential lawsuit for the Owner if those stairs and decks don't get repaired. The reason why we rented this place was because of the space so we rented both duplexes. The owner claims that the duplexes were just remodeled but we couldn't tell. On the right side of the duplex, the microwave didn't work properly and did not heat up food. On the left side of the duplex, there was a hole in the wall in the stairwell and numerous marks on the walls. On the left side of the duplex the dryer didn't work properly and took all day to dry anything. There were 16 people sharing both duplexes and not enough towels for everyone so we were constantly washing towels and with the dryer not working it took time out of our vacation having to dry the towels all day. These duplexes need new pots and pans because some of the pots were dirty and not properly cleaned., so I don't know where the $350 cleaning fee is going. The place smelled musty when we first arrived. Some of the beds were way too high off the floor and some of us literally had to jump onto the bed at night for bed, so beware if you are elderly or have a physical condition that prevents you from jumping onto the bed. The carpets in both duplexes looked dirty and dingy. The couches looked dingy and the dining table chairs were hard. There was not enough seating on the deck areas in both the front and back of the house and the "lounge chairs" in the pool area were wooden and hard so no one wanted to sit and "lounge" on them. We could not enjoy the bottom area at night because there was no lighting in the area towards the back of the house where the grill and pool were. We tried all the light switches and even tried to put a bulb in an old worn socket but we still didn't hav
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
It’s astounding that the entire house was inspected by gulf shores building inspectors and none of your “dangerous and numerous steps” was a Cassie for concern. Nor was it for the guest who stayed jne
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany R.

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

Beautiful home

This home is beautiful. Owner kept a open one of communication even made sure my family had what we needed. Very spacious home with a beautiful view. I highly recommend renting this property
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Elandra F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving 2022

overall my experience renting this property was good , we enjoyed the space , especially the split children had their side and the adults had their side.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Seveadra G.

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

We had a lovely vacation.

The location of this home is wonderful! We took full advantage of the pool and pier, with the weather being awesome. We were able to rent a pontoon for two days to park at the private pier and cruise up/down the lagoon! The home has a ton of space which was perfect for our large family, 11 people can spread out and have their own private space. The double doors that connect the two homes is very cool. Keep in mind the first floor bedrooms do not have their own TV, but that is not a big deal, just an fyi. We loved the fact that we could utilize both kitchens, laundry rooms, first floor bathrooms and family rooms. The guys watched football in one family room while the ladies cooked and chatted in the other. The lagoon views are amazing. The very close and easy walk to the beach is fantastic as well. Also, the walk down the bike path every morning was perfect to tire the pups out and also gave us all some exercise.Not far from eateries and all the wonderful things to enjoy in the Gulf Shores. Because of the pros of the location and size of home and etc., I only deducted one star because the house does need some work and is in need of a deep clean. The beds are very comfy but could use some new bedding and better pots and pans for cooking, if you are cooking as much as we did, as the ones there are not in great condition. Otherwise, the owner, Mr. Bill, struck me as very kind, enthusiastic and super communicative. He was so helpful and knowledgable of the area. He answered all of my questions and addressed my concerns very quickly. Makes all the difference! We had a great vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Hannah S.

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

W. Lagoon Stay! Bachelorette Party

The stay at West Lagoon was great for a large group of 19 girls. What wasn't on the description was how great the area underneath the deck by the pool was for games and hanging out in a shaded or covered area during rain. They two sides of the house are also connected which was fantastic if having a large party. Future guests should know - The house is note equipped with basic needs such as toilet paper, dish soap, paper towels, trash bags, etc. So if you do plan to host a large group for more than a day, do add these items to your shopping list - The pool is not enclosed by a fence or private -- so the next door neighbors do have access and can also see all that goes on underneath the house area, likewise with the dock area - EASY walk to the beach! Access is straight across lagoon, which is not as busy as it looks if you were to google earth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

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

Great spot on the lagoon

This host is a great location with a pier on the lagoon and an easy walk to the beach. The beach area near the house is so much less crowded than the beaches just a little to the east. Owner was very responsive and easy to contact.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

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

Great Stay

Great stay, the location was perfect. Met our needs well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Maxwell W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Problems all over.

The owner seemed to understand that there were previously broken appliances all over the house (i.e. broken garbage disposal -> backed-up sink, washing machine, and dishwasher) and acted like he would fix them after our stay. However, another rental was scheduled directly after us and there was NO way they tried to fix these to make the next groups stay better. Also, there were holes/ streaks in the walls/ceilings and missing fire detectors. Finally, this property was advertised with a private pool, but we had to share it with neighbors. These problems were more annoying than anything else as we weren't expecting them, but the stay was good regardless.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
Odd review 30 days after your stay. We were made aware a dishwasher was malfunctioning and the washer and the clogged garbage disposal which was repaired immediately. We had spring breakers in before they arrived and they beat the house up pretty good but there were no holes anywhere in any walls. They asked to wait until they left to make repairs which we did promptly as you can see from the guest who checked in the day they left who left us a 5star review. “Sheila S Thu, Apr 28 – Sat, Apr 30, 2022 VRBO. 5/5. We enjoyed our stay. Very clean.” Also- the house is advertised as sharing a pool and a pier. Perhaps they didn’t read the listing properly? We just had the interior paint touched up from the spring breakers and we have 24/7 handymen who service everything from AC units and appliances to pool maintenance and trash can removal. We don’t mind an honest review but we are being painted as lazy owners who ignore maintenance which is simply untrue. We are sorry for the disappointment but we would have gladly made the repairs during your stay had you asked us to. They were all quick simple fixes and you never indicated any issues when you all left. It seems odd we would have a guest arrive the day you checked out and receive a 5star from them if we don’t handle problems as they arise.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

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

Just what we hoped for!

Perfect location, lots of room, pool/pier set up fantastic, quick walk to the beach! This is exactly what we had hoped for during our time away my child's 10u soccer tourney. 6 players, 1 coach and representatives of each player's family all stayed together...wonderful memories were made here that our kids will take with them! Mr Bill was a great host and very quick to respond to any communication. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Enjoyed our stay

We enjoyed our stay. Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Estrela S.

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

Loved it!

We enjoyed our stay so much! I greatly appreciate how kind the property manager was. The house was spacious with a beautiful view. No complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
Thank you! Y’all were amazing guests!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordy R.

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

Fun & Comfortable

Host was great , location was great & the property was amazing .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Karl S.

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

Thanksgiving Celebration

Location and rental lay out were very good. The home needs a deep clean and several items need to be repaired. There were items mentioned in an August review and yet they were not taken care of. The internet had difficulty keeping TV on. All items of concern have been sent to the owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
No good deed goes unpunished! I let Karl and his family check in early and Karl was kind enough to go through the home like he was a home inspector looking for issues. He accused us of not addressing issues from August- completely baseless as we have 2 handymen and stay on top of maintenance issues (see the 5star review from the guests who left the day before before Karl Arrived). Karl complained about the neighbors pier needing work (we don't own it so he was trespassing), the beds were too tall (yep-cant make this up), a microwave that didn't work (I personally checked it and it worked fine), a dryer that did not dry to his specifications, some nonsense about missing dining chairs (they are not missing- the table has 4 chairs), the legs not being assembled correctly on our tables and both garbage disposals not working properly. He never gave my maintenance people an opportunity to inspect, confirm or repair anything- he just decided to "fix" things that he didn't like. He also complained about the home not having bar stools because he couldn't seat 20 people for thanksgiving dinner. Seriously- who has a table for 20? We use a professional cleaning company who will come back and clean anything missed and we utilize 2 separate maintenance companies to address issues quickly. As an owner- folks complaining about things after they leave is irksome when they never alerted you during their stay. Covid has made being a host a lot more challenging the past 12 months than ever before and Karl was no exception.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

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

Great

Everything went great
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Bachelor party

We had a great time staying here for a bachelor party. Our trip was cut short due to hurricane Ida, but we had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindee G.

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

Family Friendly & Dog Approved

My family and some of our close friends had a great week in this house. There were 14 adults, 2 teens, and 2 infants, so we utilized both sides of the duplex. The kitchens were some of the better stocked out of all the rentals in which we have stayed, and it was nice to have two laundry rooms. With the duplex doors open, we had a large space where everyone could pull up a chair for games or visiting, but we could also shut them off when the babies needed some quiet time. Two items I viewed slightly differently than the listing: beach accessibility was not great (had to walk several blocks and cross a busy road), and the house next door (and their 10 loud children) had access to our pool, which we thought was private for our unit. Otherwise, pretty much as described and the owner was very friendly. The small fence around the pool was nice, because we brought 2 dogs and it helped provide some containment for short times that they were outside.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

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

Was grand

Over all was good internet could have been better needed a book on what to do at checkout
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramon L.

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

Family vacation

We enjoyed everything about this rental it was very relaxing stay. The house was perfect for our family
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Beach Fox Rentals

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Beach Fox Rentals, LLC is a private Management Company that serves as an owner/ manager of 10 custom Beach Homes in the Gulf Shores Region.

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