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Relax at the Taylor House in Historic Bon Secour!

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Interior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bon Secour, AL
  • Place, Billy's Seafood
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Swift- Coles Historic Home
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Downstairs bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Relax at the Taylor House in Historic Bon Secour!

Lovingly restored 1930s home with four bedrooms and two baths in quaint village
Built in the 1930's this house was the childhood home of one of Bon Secour's most well known residents. Just up the street from the Swift -Coles historic river home this cottage is reminiscent of a time gone by. Hardwood floors and wooden walls, antiques and narrow stairs to the upper floor give the Taylor House the quaint and cozy feeling of home.

For those looking for a smaller place, the upstairs can be closed off and just the downstairs used unless company comes. The lower level has two bedrooms and one bath, a kitchen, den, living room, dining room and center hall.

Nestled among old Spanish moss covered oaks the Taylor House has a timeless appeal. The large yard boasts an arbor where one can enjoy the natural surroundings.

For those who love seafood the riverside community of Bon Secour is home to the area's shrimp boats and fishing docks. Visit any of a number of seafood houses along the river to chose your dinner, wild caught and fresh off the boat. If you would rather eat out the highly acclaimed Tin Top restaurant is right next door.

The community also boasts several churches including one quaint historic building next door and another across the street. It is also home to the beloved Swift School where local children have received public education since it's days as a one room school house in the early 1900's. (It is the oldest existing public school in the county.)

Even though the village is tucked away from the hustle and bustle it is just a quick trip out to either Foley, Magnolia Springs, Fairhope or Gulf Shores where a visitor will find everything from outlet shopping and antiquing to some of the world's whitest beaches.

For guests who want to come to the beach it is the perfect alternative to the crowds, traffic and high rents. The family can venture out to catch the rays on the beach then return to enjoy peaceful surroundings of this lazy little fishing village and the friendly warmth of the Taylor House.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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

Bon Secour

Located in Bon Secour, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. The Park at OWA and Billy's Seafood are also worth visiting.
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Bon Secour, AL

What's nearby

  • Billy's Seafood - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Swift- Coles Historic Home - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 14 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 27 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Fort Morgan - 37 min drive - 50.0 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Galley - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pub 6 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Tin Top Restaurant & Oyster Bar - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax at the Taylor House in Historic Bon Secour! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Relax at the Taylor House in Historic Bon Secour! ?

As of 6 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relax at the Taylor House in Historic Bon Secour! on 14 May 2026 start from AU$321, 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.

How much is parking at Relax at the Taylor House in Historic Bon Secour! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Relax at the Taylor House in Historic Bon Secour! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax at the Taylor House in Historic Bon Secour! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax at the Taylor House in Historic Bon Secour! located?

Located in the heart of Bon Secour, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Billy's Seafood and Swift- Coles Historic Home. The Park at OWA and Gulf Links Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Marcus T.

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

Had a great time

Great location and price
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jack C.

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

The most wonderful place!!

Overall the best place and it’s so close to it ALL! We will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robert k.

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

Golf trip

Nice property at a very competitive price.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

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

Older home but well kept

We stay every year while on a deep sea fishing trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose C.

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

Amazing home.

The ease of booking this amazing home was great. It was spacious enough for all of us to enjoy the stay and it felt like home! Everyone loved it! My kids asked if we could rent it again for a non baseball related family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridget F.

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

Beautiful

The Taylor house is meticulously maintained and incredibly clean. The house had a whole lot of charm. My family enjoyed our stay. It’s a short drive to the beach, as long as you don’t hit traffic! The four bedrooms space we needed. I would highly highly recommend this house
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Father Son Fishing Trip

Our annual father sonf fishing trip was awesome!!! The hosts were great and they provided a clean, spacious home away from home. We had an internet issue and the hosts responded immediatly to our needs. They even gave us a gift certificate to the Tin Top Restaurant for our slight inconvenience. The house was perfect for our needs (four bedrooms) and the locations was super. Less than a mile from the boat ramp and right next to The Tin Top Restaurant. What else could you ask for??? Will definately stay there again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

KENNETH D.

Delightful Southern Comfort

It was a pleasure to be the first guests at Taylor House in Bon Secur. Louise (owner) and Martha (manager) welcomed us. Taylor House is an old family home recently restored. The home is filled with antiques. Sure a door will stick and floor creak and you will learn to love every bit of it. The home is spotless, well stocked, located in rural setting. The Tin Roof Restaurant next door is a delight. Aquila Seafood a couple miles away is a great source for fresh seafood. Louise and Martha were attentive to all our needs, making our stay perfect. A delightful stay in a wonderful home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keesha S.

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

Hidden Jewel!!!

I love to be able to get somewhere easily and fast but not stay right in the middle of it all. The Taylor House was just that place. The house was perfect for my group! And the best part. We only had to walk next door to get lunch or supper. The Tin Top Resturant was by far the best place to eat! Out of our four night we ate there 3 of them. We noticed a cat and her kitten live there as well. There was two cans of food In the cabinet and that was all so we bought more food for her since we were staying 4 nights and didn’t want them to go without food ( would be nice to tell future guest so they can feed them as well) Will be coming back in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Louise W.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not good

Had roaches and rats (not mice) rats
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location

Uncomfortable and annoying neighbors

The restaurant next door had no respect for us. We had to get delivery drivers to move several times. The couches and beds were very uncomfortable. The power went out and no flashlights were available in the house. There was poison ivy growing in the flower bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derick S.

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

June 23-26

A friend and I brought each of our daughters down for Montana Fouts' softball camp. We loved the peace and quiet the location offered, while still being close to everything. The house offered plenty of room for the four of us. The only major problems we experienced was vehicles blocking the driveway between the house and restaurant for extended periods of time. Also, we were unable to connect to the wi-fi at any point during our stay. Otherwise, it was great! I do not frequent Gulf Shores often, but this property will cause me to reconsider that in the future. I would highly recommend staying here to anyone that asked, and if I am in the area again in the future, this will be my first option! We greatly appreciate the hospitality and generosity of letting us rent. May God bless!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kelley B.

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

Beautiful, but far from restful

We were so looking forward to some real rest and good seafood. The house was right next door to the best food ever, and that was great. The house itself was very nice, and it was pet friendly.... It was impossible to relax, however, after reading all the rules the owners set forth for us and our pet. We were hard pressed to keep our pet off the furniture, and used our own covers after finding none in the place specified. The reminder that there were antiques and that the home was the boyhood home of the owner made it hard to relax because we were constantly aware of the furnishings, the floors, etc. We were scared to death they would find a hair or a smudge and not refund our deposit. The bathtub is slick as wet glass and one of my friends put a towel in the bottom to keep from falling. The towels were old, a bit ragged, so I guess that was ok. The coffee pot made exactly two cups at a time and I would have brought my travel pot if I had known. It’s a beautiful home, with a great yard, and I would suggest that pets would not be allowed if you are afraid your things will be ruined.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly O.

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

Thanksgiving Retreat

Loved staying at the adorable house . so much character. Loved our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donnie L.

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

Great place to stay!

Very nice house and very comfortable! 13 minutes from everything we wanted to do, lol. Perfect location with a great restaurant next door.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenree S.

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

Great location

Very nice home. Not to far from shopping and beaches. Having the restaurant next door was convenient. Ate there twice. Very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Absolutely perfect

Rachel was a dream to work with, and the house was exactly what we wanted. Location was excellent, we never felt that we were too far from anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

Wonderful place to stay

Perfect place to stay to relax and take it easy. This house is next to a restaurant, so there is quite a bit of traffic with customers and deliveries, but it didn't bother us at all. The location is away from all the tourists, beach goers, and partiers, but at the same time, it is within easy driving distance to get anywhere. The owner lives close and is a joy to visit with, and the property manager is quick to answer any text that you send to her. We would definitely recommend the Taylor House!!
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cory A.

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

Wonderful comfortable cottage nestled in the Mobile Bay area

We loved the historic feel of the property, the space to spread out, and the yard (both front and back). The restaurant next door was excellent. We bought fresh seafood at a place on Bon Secour down the road. Really appreciated the hospitality and centralized location to Foley, Fairhope, Orange Beach, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia G.

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

Peaceful

Loved staying here after a week in Destin. No crowds, no noise, no people! We stayed 5 days, close to shopping, beaches, adventures. Everything seems to be 20 minutes or less. Very clean neat old house beautifully decorated with antiques. Recommend if you are looking for something away from the tourist noise.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Perfect Inland Location

Our group loved our stay here and the house was perfect for our needs. It was a longer drive to the beach than we thought and the restaurant next door did block the driveway a few times but nothing major. Everything was clean and a lot of necessities were also included like coffee, soap, detergent, etc. Would definitely reccomend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia T.

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

Great place to stay for a family

We had a fantastic experience! We were in town for a short vacation with the family. The location is perfect. It’s close to both Gulf Shores beach and Orange Beach (we spent time at both). Travel time to the beaches depends on traffic, however, so plan accordingly if you have activities booked. It was nice to be able to do all the fun activities on the beaches (also check out the USS Alabama, it’s worth it!) and go back to a quiet peaceful home at the end of the day. Tin Top Restaurant next door is packed all the time and there is a reason why... it’s delicious and service great! I highly recommend! The Taylor House was clean and tidy, and I’m pretty particular! The essentials are provided, and everything was either labeled or instructions were provided in a binder. Martha was very quick to respond to the one and only question we had regarding checkout procedures. I’m looking forward the next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garnett S.

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

Love the Taylor House

Renting this house through Martha was a breeze. No problem at all. Everything was as advertised. The house was clean and well equipped as well as centrally located for golf courses and the Tin Top restaurant next door was excellent. The only negative for the entire trip was that the golf Channel was not available on the Dish network but a small nuisance for a pleasant stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendra R.

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

Bon Secour Taylor house

Nice and clean. Just what we needed for our family beach trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alysha C.

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

Family Vacation

Perfect spot for our family to launch the boat for fishing in the local bays, short drive to the beach and we found 2 nearby golf courses for the guys to golf. Wonderful little home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

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