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Walk 2 Beach • Pool • Dogs • Holiday Ready

Family-friendly holiday home in Gulf Shores with a water park

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Welcome to The Sandy Pelican-a newly updated, conveniently located home perfect for your next beach trip!
Holiday nights hit different at this peaceful beachside home—nestled in a calm community with lagoon breezes and shoreline charm.
Our home is sandwiched between Little Lagoon and the beach.  The home is on a quiet cul-de-sac in a small community that has a shared pool and a fishing pier.
Neighborhood pool next to the fishing pier which is just 2 houses away
Fully loaded chef's kitchen with an open layout

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Lagoon Pass Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs Primary

1 King Bed

Kids room

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Upstairs Coral room

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Primary

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs half bath

Toilet

Downstairs Primary Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor shower

Outdoor shower

Upstairs Primary Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Shared bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Walk 2 Beach • Pool • Dogs • Holiday Ready

The Sandy Pelican – Cozy Winter Beach Retreat w/ Dock & Pool

Swap snowflakes for seashells this holiday season at The Sandy Pelican, a cheerful Gulf Shores retreat perfect for winter getaways. Just a 5-minute stroll to the beach, this freshly updated, family-friendly home combines the warmth of the holidays with the charm of a coastal escape. Enjoy mild winter days, sunset strolls, and cozy nights filled with laughter, lights, and family time by the shore.

✨ Your Stay Includes:

🛋️ Newly refreshed (2025): Bright new flooring, cozy coastal décor, plush furniture, and an open layout made for gathering and celebrating together.
🌊 Neighborhood perks: Private fishing pier on Little Lagoon, a scenic greenway walking/biking path, and a neighborhood pool for sunny winter afternoons.
🏖️ Easy winter beach days: Just a short walk to the sand — with beach chairs, umbrellas, wagons & cooler provided.
👶 Family-ready amenities: Crib, high chair, kids’ tableware, games, and a fun bunk room designed for little travelers.
🐾 Pet-friendly: Up to 2 well-behaved pups welcome (because the holidays are better with the whole family).
🎮 Entertainment for all: Retro arcade w/ 4,000+ games, multiple Smart TVs, and plenty of space for family game nights or festive movie marathons.

Holiday Highlights at The Sandy Pelican:

Walk-to-everything convenience: beach, fishing pier, and bike path
Outdoor living: 2 covered patios, 2 balconies, charcoal grill, picnic table & outdoor shower
Festive touches: soft lighting, winter accents & cozy spaces for cocoa nights
Peace of mind: Quiet neighborhood, exterior security cameras (active), and a responsive Superhost team
Thoughtful details: Baby gear, beach gear, and a sparkling clean home ready for your holiday stay

Your Coastal Holiday Home Awaits

From quiet mornings by the lagoon to cocoa by the balcony lights, The Sandy Pelican turns winter into something warm, joyful, and beautifully coastal. Create lasting memories this season — one sunset, one smile, and one cozy night at a time. 🌤️

🛌 Sleeps Up to 10 Guests Comfortably

Main Level:
King bedroom suite w/ soaking tub + walk-in shower + balcony
Top Floor:
King bedroom suite + private balcony with lagoon view
Queen bedroom + balcony
Bunk room (twin-over-full) + queen sleeper sofa + arcade/TV
Extra: Sleeper sofa in the game room for bonus space

📍 Location Highlights
🚶‍♀️ 5-min walk to the Gulf Shores beach
🎣 Steps to private neighborhood fishing dock on Little Lagoon
🚲 Easy access to paved greenway walking/biking path for morning strolls or sunset rides
🍦 Minutes to family restaurants, shops, and local attractions

🐶 Pet & Booking Details

Up to 2 dogs (under 50 lbs; no cats; some breed exclusions*) – $200/dog
Must be crated when left alone & kept off furniture
Guests must be 25+ to book
Rental agreement + ID verification required
$500 refundable deposit hold

🌞 Your Stress-Free Family Getaway

Whether it’s sandy toes at the beach, sunset fishing off the dock, or movie marathons in the arcade loft, The Sandy Pelican makes family vacations easy, breezy, and memorable.

*Excluded breeds: Akita, Alaskan malamute, American pit bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Caucasian shepherd
Chow chow, Doberman pinscher, German shepherd, Great Dane, Pit bull, Presa Canario, Rottweiler, Siberian husky, Staffordshire bull terrier, Wolf hybrid

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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
No parties at our home
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Up to 2 dogs under 50 pounds allowed. Please see
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest must sign rental agreement, security deposit hold of $500
No smoking, parties, or events. Minimum age to rent: 25
Valid Driver's License submitted

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
Note from host: No parties at our home
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and by the sea. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Waterville USA. With jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Lagoon Pass Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • West Beach - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Fort Morgan - 33 min drive - 46.8 km

Getting around

  • Pensacola, FL (PNS-Pensacola Intl.) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Catch - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪De Soto's Seafood Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Picnic Beach - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family Stay-2Kings|Holiday by Beach & Fishing Pier have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Family Stay-2Kings|Holiday by Beach & Fishing Pier pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Family Stay-2Kings|Holiday by Beach & Fishing Pier?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Stay-2Kings|Holiday by Beach & Fishing Pier?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Stay-2Kings|Holiday by Beach & Fishing Pier?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Stay-2Kings|Holiday by Beach & Fishing Pier located?

This family-friendly Gulf Shores holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of West Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Shrimpy's Mini Golf and Lagoon Pass Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Curtis W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great and had everything we needed and then some. Everything was as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

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

Great stay!

Perfect stay while town for ncaa beach VBtournament. And son and husband found plenty of fishing spots while here.Beautiful and spacious
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Great Place for the family

We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Emma R.

Perfect Vacay Stay

Amazing stay!! Wouldn’t change a thing ❤️

10/10 Excellent

Shelby F.

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

Great House and Area

We really enjoyed staying here and the location was perfect for our family. In its own little cul-de-sac which was great. The dock/small beach area and swimming pool were a lot of fun for the kids!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kristi M.

Amazing trip! Beautiful home.

Amazing trip! Beautiful home. Will definitely rent again!
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10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

this place definitely exceeded our expectation

this place definitely exceeded our expectations. very nice Home furnished nicely . In a very good spot for gulf shores , away from the busy streets but close enough to everything . I would definitely stay here again !
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10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

Very nice and comfortable.

Very nice and comfortable.
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10/10 Excellent

Neeval E.

Host went above and beyond

Great location, wonderful accommodations and our host went above and beyond with their communication. Would definitely recommend this lovely home.
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10/10 Excellent

Bryant R.

The place was perfect for a weekend getaway

It had everything that my family and I could hope for in a beach home getaway. Cleanliness was A-1 and guys left no stone unturned as far as accommodations. I will recommend to family and friends.

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

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

Had a great time at The Sandy Pelican !

We stayed at Sandy pelican for 7 nights and it was great. Clean, lots of amenities. And very convenient location. All four kids loved the pool, fishing dock and beach equipments.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

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

Great for family!

Grace was wonderful to work with. Perfect location and house! The pool and dock were an added bonus. We had a great time!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

April R.

Our family had a great stay. House was exactly as described

Our family had a great stay. House was exactly as described. Very clean and kitchen was organized complete with labels for easy put-away after dishes were washed. I'm going to miss the beautiful mornings spent reading on the deck!
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10/10 Excellent

Tejal K.

We felt at home.This house I recommend booking!

This house I recommend booking! during our stay, we felt at home and was able to use all that was provided for us from coffee to beach items. the location is a few minutes away from the beach with easy access and has a small dock where you can fish right beside! we loved it ans would book again!

10/10 Excellent

Joel A.

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

Vacation with friends and family

Beautiful home in a nice area within walking distance from the beach. Very spacious. We enjoyed our stay. The kids loved the game room. I recommend this, you will not be disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Houston S.

Beautiful home! Very convenient ⭐️

Very nice house. Spacious and clean.
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10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Beyond Expectation

this place definitely exceeded our expectations. very nice Home furnished nicely . In a very good spot for gulf shores , away from the busy streets but close enough to everything . I would definitely stay here again !
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10/10 Excellent

Darahn L.

Wonderful Stay

Nesting Vacations provided us with a wonderful stay in Gulf Port, AL at the Sandy Pelican. My only concern was having to provide a security deposit before our stay. The home was nicely updated. We thoroughly enjoyed our peaceful stay and being able to walk to the beach from the property!

10/10 Excellent

Alysun D.

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

Great, comfortable stay with extra accommodations.

It was a good location. There was plenty of space and extra kitchen supplies. The hosts were great, both with extras and communication. Our group had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

Fantastic place

Fantastic place and amazing location. Very short walk to the beach and even shorter walk to the dock and pool. All of the beach supplies were such a huge help (cart, chairs, boogie boards, towels, etc.). Plenty of space and fully stocked kitchen. Highly recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

Perfect!!!! Really nice house and all the amenities!!!!!!! Best one we’ve stayed at!!

Really nice beach house! This place had every thing and more that one would have in your own home. Very clean upon our arrival! Our family of 6 was very happy with all the space, comfort and fully stocked kitchen!!!!! Being within a few blocks of the gorgeous ocean was awesome!!!!

10/10 Excellent

shamrock w.

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

Wall Fam 2023 Gulf Shores Vacay

ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC TRIP
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Home away from home

This was the perfect house for 2 couples to share and still feel like you had privacy. On the morning we were leaving, it felt like we were leaving home. Hosts always communicated promptly and we will definitely love to come back to our home away from home again!
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10/10 Excellent

Pat G.

This was the perfect house for our family vacation

This was the perfect house for our family vacation. It was clean & spacious. The kitchen was well equipped for making a few family meals. We also made use of the baby pack and play and high chair. It was convenient to have Beach towels and use of beach items chairs and wagons to walk to the beach.
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10/10 Excellent

Chelsey & Darren H.

Reunion Stay

We were in town for a Coast Guard reunion. This property was perfect for our group. The house layout is so nice with plenty of space. The house was very clean and very well stocked. Close to everything. The only downside for us was that dogs are not allowed on any beaches there, but of course that has nothing to do with how wonderful the property is.

About the host

Hosted by Grace

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My wish is for you to have an amazing stay filled with unforgettable memories to cherish.

I grew up in Huntsville, AL. I am a mom to an 2 ice cream loving girls.
I love traveling and hope to continue traveling more when the kids can sit still for more than 20 minutes.

In my spare time, I enjoy binge-watching shows like Reacher, watching figure skating, and baking! Hiking is a must-do for me and hopefully one day, I will be visiting all 63 National Parks in an RV.

My family and I love staying in short-term rental vacation homes around the world and have taken what we loved about each stay and applied it to our own hosting vision. I strive to provide our guests with the best hospitality and experience possible so that you can kick back and create some wonderful memories!

What makes this property unique

Access to fishing pier on Little Lagoon steps away form home. Dogs welcome. Beach gear and pool towels are provided. Child-friendly, quiet cul-de-sac. Convenient location

Languages:

English

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