Condo

Island Winds East 408

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 676.3 sq m

Popular amenities

On beach
Heated pool
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning

Explore the area

Gulf Shores, AL

Place, Gulf Shores Beach
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Hangout Music Fest
‪9 min walk‬
Place, Gulf State Park
‪13 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

Island Winds East 408

Summary:

Come enjoy incredible views in the best location on the beach. Gorgeous condo!!!

The Space:

Welcome to Island Winds East #408 – Your Perfect Beach Getaway!

Beautiful updates and incredible views!!!!

Looking for the ideal vacation spot? Look no further! Island Winds East 408 is a beautiful 2BR/2BA beachfront condo that offers breathtaking views of the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico and the pristine white sand beaches that Gulf Shores is known for. The condo comfortably sleeps 6, with a king bed in the master bedroom, two twin beds in the guest bedroom, and a queen-sized sleeper sofa in the living room. The master bedroom features a brand-new memory foam mattress for a restful night's sleep. The condo is also equipped with a fully stocked kitchen, a private balcony, a washer and dryer, and high-quality cotton linens for added comfort.

Island Winds East is the best location on the beach. Located at the very beginning of West Beach Boulevard, you’re just steps away from the heart of town. From the Beach Volleyball Championships and The Hangout Music Festival to the Shrimp Festival and Gulf Shores’ main public beach, everything you want to experience is right outside your door. Plus, with numerous restaurants, shops, and nightlife within walking distance, the location couldn’t be more perfect.

Inside, the condo is just as impressive. With stunning views that might make you want to simply relax and gaze at the scenery, you'll also find an updated kitchen, elegant granite countertops, and tasteful decor throughout. The pictures speak for themselves—this is the ideal place to unwind and enjoy a relaxing retreat.

Complex Amenities: Outdoor pool (heated seasonally in the spring and fall), charcoal grilling area, a gazebo, a beach boardwalk, and a fitness center.

Parking is limited to one (1) car. You will receive an email in advance of your arrival to register and pay for your $50 parking pass. If you do not receive it, please let us know. You must complete this step in advance of your arrival. The price will increase to $60 per HOA if you don't purchase in advance of arrival. Upon arrival, you will need to visit the Island Winds East front desk to pick up your parking pass. This price can change at any time, without notice. Please NO boats, trailers, or RVs.

Island Winds East #408 is truly a dream vacation spot—book your stay today and start making unforgettable memories!

Guest Access:

Elevators

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Air conditioning

Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Parking is limited to one (1) car. You will receive an email in advance of your arrival to register and pay for your parking pass. If you do not re...

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

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 condo 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. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.

Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

Gulf Shores Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Hangout Music Fest - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Wade Ward Nature Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Gulf State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Waterville USA - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Restaurants

‪The Hangout - ‬10 min walk
‪The Catch - ‬3 min walk
‪The Happy Pappy Coffee House - ‬4 min drive
‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬11 min walk
‪Sunliner Diner - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Island Winds East 408 have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Island Winds East 408?

As of 11 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Winds East 408 on 25 July 2026 start from AU$483, 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 Island Winds East 408 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Island Winds East 408?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Island Winds East 408?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Winds East 408?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Winds East 408 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Shores condo building 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).

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Verified

8/10 Good

Peggy E.

29 Dec 2025

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

nice place to stay! view of the gulf was beautiful! enjoyed being able to walk to restaurants, shops, bars, coffee shops!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

wendy k.

20 Mar 2026

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

Our stay couldn’t have been better. The check in process was seamless. We had a wonderful 2 weeks. Swimming in the pool and walking along the beach were our favorite activities. Of course, the balcony view was beautiful so we spent a lot of time there too. It was just the two of us, and we found the master bed was extremely comfortable. Everything was great! Thank you for sharing your condo.

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

24 Oct 2025

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

The view was excellent. The condo was clean and very nice.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2025

Thank you for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the excellent view and found the condo clean and comfortable. We appreciate you staying with us and hope to host you again soon!

Verified

10/10 Excellent

William k.

30 Sept 2025

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

2 June 2025

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

Birthday and Mothers Day

We came to stay

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2025

Thank you for choosing Island Winds East 408 to celebrate such special occasions! We hope you had a wonderful stay and made great memories for both your birthday and Mother’s Day. We'd love to have you back again!

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Enjoyed!

We had a great time! No wait for elevators! Clean place! We did fight with gnats in the kitchen for our whole stay, but overall great experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

Verified

8/10 Good

Jonathan W.

16 June 2023

The condo was very nice ! Exactly what we needed!Only problem main bathroom only started us with half a roll of toilet paper. I know we had to furnish after I thought a roll. 3 women need at least a roll.We were not planning on going anywhere we first arrived. I’m sure it was a over look by house keeping.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2025

Thank you for your review! We’re so glad the condo was just what you needed for your Mardi Gras getaway. We apologize for the inconvenience with the toilet paper you're right, a full roll should have been provided to start your stay. We’ll address this with housekeeping to ensure it doesn’t happen again. We appreciate your feedback and hope to host you again soon!

Verified

4/10 Poor

Ashley M.

22 Sept 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Stay

Was very dirty and tvs did not work, beds about to fall apart. Not what was listed

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2022

Thank you for taking the time to review your stay with us at ALBVR. We apologize for any inconvenience you experienced and wish you would have made us aware of any concerns you had during your stay. We value our guests and would have done our best to address and correct each situation. Our maintenance department has assessed these issues.

Verified

4/10 Poor

Rebecca S.

13 Nov 2023

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

Gulf Shores Condo

The view is absolutely amazing! Unit was decent and clean and stocked with plenty of dishes and working appliances. A unit close by above us was being worked on causing very loud noises during the day. Cutting of material took place in the parking lot and got dust all over our vehicle. We had to hunt down a car wash to clean it. We reported both of these incidents to the office at the property. The toilet was loose in the master bathroom when we arrived and we reported it for attention needed. The bathroom sinks drained slowly and we reported these as well to ALBVR.

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2023

Thank you for taking the time to review your vacation with us at IWE-408. Please know that we value every guest and are truly sorry that your vacation was impacted due to construction in a nearby unit. In regards to the bathrooms, our maintenance team has addressed those issues. We wish we had been aware before your departure so that we could have had those addressed during your stay. Again, we do apologize but are pleased to know that you were still able to enjoy the property and the beautiful views

Verified

10/10 Excellent

DEBBIE M.

2 Sept 2022

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

Short but sweet

Condo was great. The ck in people were not very friendly. TV in the spare bedroom didn't work and the lady at the front desk was no help. The cleaning crew didn't do a very good job. So we cleaned and ran the vacuum our selves.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

Verified

8/10 Good

Krista B.

7 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Average

Great location and the condo fit our needs. Overall, it was a fabulous stay and there were no major issues requiring a call for repair; however, the following things need maintenance attention (nothing that ruined our stay but small things that affect the listing): master bedroom shower knobs are falling off, no dresser in master bedroom, missing HDMI cable in twin bed room so TV didn’t work, mirror in master bedroom needs replaced as the design doesn’t allow an average height person or taller to see unless bending down, twin beds are extremely creaky with every slight movement due to the headboard being attached at the wrong height. Also, in the listing it says that there is a fitness room available. When we asked where it was, we were told we couldn’t use it unless we were in the other building (Island Winds west). This was misleading.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

3 Apr 2022

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

Family vacation

This was the first vacation we have had in years. The condo was very clean ans a great location. The staff was very helpful and polite. Great parking! The condo was smaller than it looked in the picture but very nice. Will stay here again!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary K.

6 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Great View, Some Disappointments

Staying on the beach was fabulous. We loved watching the birds and dolphins right outside our windows and balcony. It made up for some of the shortcomings of our visit. First impression in the living room was that the area rug was dirty. I think and hope the color is just a dirty gray, but it was a bit off-putting. Unpacking was challenging, as there is no dresser in the master bedroom. The unit was quiet at night until at some point between 3:30 and 4:30 a.m. when very loud BEEP BEEP BEEPing noise was made. It’s the noise made when a truck is in reverse. It went on and on and happened almost every morning, sometimes closer to 3:30, others at 4 or 4:30. We never figured out what was going on at that hour, but it was very disturbing. It would be worth asking if the beeping happens all the time. The washing machine was broken when we got there. We didn’t get a replacement until two weeks later, so had to use local laundromats. The new replacement unit worked fine, and the management company gave us a credit for the inconvenience. There are good restaurants that are nearby, and the beach is wonderful. Pool wasn’t heated, so we never used it, as the weather was very chilly most of the time we were there.

Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2022

Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022

Dear Mary, First of all, thank you for staying at IWE 408. It was a pleasure having you and we appreciate you taking good care of the unit during your stay. While understandable in many cases, we were sorry to hear of the issues you encountered during your stay. I would like to take the opportunity to acknowledge and respond where possible. Thank you for the comment on the lack of a dresser in the Master bedroom. We will be considering adding one later this year. Regarding the rug in the main room, we actually stayed at the unit the weekend of March 4th and identified that as a necessary change prior to seeing your review. Suffice it to say, we agree! We are very sorry about the inconvenience of temporarily not having access to the laundry unit. Please know that ALBVR was on top of the replacement process and, unfortunately, it took longer than expected to replace the unit. A further delay was encountered when the initial replacement was identified to have been damaged. Regarding the beeping sound, this one is obviously out of our control. Nonetheless, I can certainly understand how frustrating something like this can be. As mentioned, we stayed at the unit the weekend following your departure and did not have this issue so we, too, are stumped. Again, we can only apologize for the unfortunate inconvenience. Finally, and coincidentally, our Board has recently decided to heat our pool during certain periods of the year outside of primary summer months. While given the cooler temperatures in February during your stay it may still not have been practical, hopefully this will provide opportunities for guests to enjoy the pool outside of May – September. Once again, we thank you for staying with us at IWE 408. And in spite of the issues encountered, we truly hope you were able to enjoy your stay and all that Gulf Shores has to offer! Sincerely, The Douglass Family

Verified

8/10 Good

Terri P.

9 Oct 2021

Liked: Location

Excellent Location

This condo had an excellent view and location. It was convenient for time on the beach as well as dining out. Everything was within walking distance or a short drive, which was a big plus. The condo itself was okay and worked well space-wise for two couples, but don’t expect much in the way of amenities. We reported a broken glass table top upon our arrival and an unpleasant smell in the kitchen. The communication with the managing company was slow and at times did not address my questions. If you simply need a place to shower and sleep, this place is for you! If you are looking for a rental that is well-stocked and homey, then look elsewhere.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

Verified

8/10 Good

Laurie F.

15 Sept 2021

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

Great location on the beach

Except for a few details, this was a great property to stay at .

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Living Room 1

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

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Gulf Shores

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Frequently asked questions

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Peggy E.

Peggy E.

10/10 Excellent

wendy k.

wendy k.

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Jason M.

10/10 Excellent

William k.

William k.

8/10 Good

Nancy P.

Nancy P.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Verified traveller

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

Birthday and Mothers Day

Joshua S.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Michelle H.

10/10 Excellent

GARY C.

Shrimpfest

GARY C.

10/10 Excellent

Belinda T.

Spring break 24

Belinda T.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Great location!

Jessica F.

10/10 Excellent

Malissa B.