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Welcome to Away Time in Morgantown!
Away Time sleeps up to 12 guests
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with a swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs, a white fence, and a variety of colorful houses.
Away Time is less than a 5 minute walk to the beach.
Pond view from 2nd balcony

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Fort Morgan Beach
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Shared communal pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2-1st floor

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3-1st floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4- 2nd floor

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom- 1st floor

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom- 1st floor

Bathroom (Master)- 1st floor

Bathroom- Bedroom 4- 2nd floor

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Charming Retreat | Screened Porch | Beach Access and Community Amenities

Away Time – Charming Retreat | Screened Porch | Beach Access and Community Amenities

Welcome to Away Time, a charming coastal retreat managed by Harris Vacations located in the popular Morgantown community of Fort Morgan, Alabama. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, accommodations for up to 12 guests, and easy beach access, this spacious beach home is the perfect place to slow down, unwind, and enjoy a peaceful Gulf Coast getaway.

With inviting outdoor living spaces, cozy coastal interiors, and access to fantastic community amenities, Away Time offers the perfect combination of comfort, relaxation, and laid-back Fort Morgan charm.

Outdoor Living
- Short walk to the nearby community beach boardwalks
- Large screened-in porch perfect for relaxing outdoors
- Back porch overlooking the peaceful pond
- Outdoor seating areas for enjoying coastal breezes and sunsets
- Outdoor shower for rinsing off after beach days
- Charcoal grill for family cookouts
- Peaceful Fort Morgan location away from crowded beaches
- Access to community pools, kiddie pool, tennis courts, pickleball court, basketball goal, and private beach boardwalks
- Covered parking beneath the home

Indoor Comforts
Inside Away Time, guests will find bright coastal interiors and spacious gathering areas designed for relaxing after long beach days. The comfortable main living area features a large sectional perfect for movie nights and family gatherings.

Just off the living area, guests can unwind in the cozy sunroom featuring a daybed and telescope, creating the perfect space for reading, relaxing, or enjoying peaceful evenings indoors. The fully equipped kitchen offers ample counter space, cookware, small appliances, and everything needed to prepare meals throughout your stay.

The dining area includes seating at both the dining table and breakfast bar, creating a welcoming atmosphere for family meals and conversations. Three bedrooms are conveniently located on the main level, while the upstairs guest suite provides additional privacy and space for larger groups.

Sleeping Arrangements
(First Floor)
- Primary Bedroom: King bed, television, attached private bathroom
- Bedroom 2: Two Twin beds, television, shared bathroom
- Bedroom 3: Queen bed, television, shared bathroom

(Second Floor)
- Bedroom 4: Queen bed and Full over Full bunk bed, television, attached private bathroom

Whether you are spending your days relaxing at the beach, enjoying the community amenities, or unwinding on the screened porch with Gulf breezes, Away Time offers the perfect setting for your next Fort Morgan beach vacation. Book your next coastal getaway with Harris Vacations today.

About the Neighborhood – Morgantown
Morgantown is a charming residential community, offering a perfect blend of relaxation and recreation. Located 12 miles from Gulf Shores in a quiet area of Fort Morgan where life moves a little slower. You’ll be away from the hustle and bustle, yet just steps from the beach and community amenities.

- 2 community swimming pools, 1 seasonally complimentary heated
- 4 tennis courts
- 3 private boardwalks to the beach

Whether you’re enjoying the sand and surf, lounging by the pool, or playing a friendly game of tennis, Morgantown offers the perfect setting for your next Gulf Coast getaway.

Rental Age Policy
We love people of all ages, and we want everyone to enjoy our homes. However, we do require that an adult 25 years or older reserve the home and be present at the home during your entire stay. We do not rent to anyone under the age of 25. We have no exception to this policy.

Risk
Guest acknowledges that beaches, bays, docks, piers, pools, and waterfront areas are inherently dangerous and assumes all related risks, known or unknown, when renting a vacation rental home. Guests agree to exercise extreme caution at all times. For more information, see the Terms and Conditions document.

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2637489vb
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

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Gulf Highlands, a neighbourhood in Gulf Shores. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Fort Morgan, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Fort Morgan Beach and Dauphin Island Beaches. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as sailing and other activities like birdwatching.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fort Morgan - 13 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Gulf State Park - 16 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 18 min drive - 29.6 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jesse’s On The Bay - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Retreat | Screened Porch | Beach Access and Community Amenities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Retreat | Screened Porch | Beach Access and Community Amenities?

As of 4 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Retreat | Screened Porch | Beach Access and Community Amenities on 2 Nov 2026 start from AU$662, 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 Charming Retreat | Screened Porch | Beach Access and Community Amenities?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Retreat | Screened Porch | Beach Access and Community Amenities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Retreat | Screened Porch | Beach Access and Community Amenities?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Retreat | Screened Porch | Beach Access and Community Amenities located?

Located in Gulf Highlands, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and Fort Morgan Beach. Bon Secour Bay and Kiva Dunes Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 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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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was great! We enjoyed our stay and have booked it for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2026
Hi Lisa, thanks for the wonderful review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri G.

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

Family beach vaycay

Great property close to the beach and pool. Would book it again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2025
Hi Sherri, thanks for the wonderful review of Away Time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lizzie B.

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

Week Stay in Ft. Morgan

Overall and wonderful experience close to the beach for a good price!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2024
Hi Lizzie, thanks for the great review of Away Time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home was very clean and located close to beach and pool. Pond views were beautiful! Will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2025
Hi Glenda, thanks for the wonderful review of Away Time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey J.

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

Christmas Stay in Fort Morgan

We had a wonderful stay. We enjoyed the short walk to the beach where sunrise and sunset were gorgeous. The house was clean, great size for our group and the neighbor was quiet.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2025
Hi Stacey, thanks for the wonderful review of Away Time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lauren a.

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

Family Friendly and Spacious

Went with a large family and kids and adults of all ages. Worked perfect for our needs and everyone had plenty of room. Close walking to the pool and beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2025
Hi Lauren, thanks for the wonderful review of Away Time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie L.

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

Playa

Very close to the beach. Relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2023
Hi Leslie, thanks for the wonderful review! We're glad you had a wonderful vacation! Thanks for choosing Harris Vacations!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl S.

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

Enjoyed

We had a great time . The house was just as advertised
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

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

Great house

Good location, only about 200 yards to beach access. Nice beach that’s not too busy. Fort Morgan is less crowded than some other areas, which we liked
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Hi Steve, thanks for the wonderful review of Away Time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwendy F.

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

Amazing Family Beach Trip

We had the best beach family trip. This property was perfect, close to the beach and pool. The house was very clean, beds were comfortable and we loved the screened in porch. Everything was as described. Thank You
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2024
Hi Gwendy, thanks for the great review of Away Time!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robert P.

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

Great Place To Relax

We were in town for our daughters wedding. We needed a place for several family members to stay. It was a little drive to the wedding venue but worked out fine. It is a short walk to the beach and a quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed our time.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience, come back soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

stephanie m.

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

Great location with lots of room.

Overall we really enjoyed the stay. Couple things: I would request is a bigger bed in the spare bedroom toward the back of the house. Its a double, I'm 5'7 and my husband is 6'3 both our feet hung off. Also the carpets were a little dirty where I didn't really want to walk barefoot. But really all and all it was in a wonderful location and had tons of room for my family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Hi Stephanie, thanks for all of your feedback for your stay at Away Time! We hope to host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL D.

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

away time stay

very brief, Not pleased with check in policy that caused my daughter who arrived 30 minutes early, was not allowed to enter the property. Was not informed that cleaning had not been completed or other reason for the delay. Thank you my family loved the property and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2023
Hi Daniel, thanks for the review of Away Time. Your contract states the check-in time and the door code does not activate until that time has been reached. This gives our team the proper amount of time to clean and make repairs needed to the house before your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne Clair H.

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

Such a great place to stay for families!

Morgantown as a whole was such a great place to stay for our young families. Two great pools within the development which saved us since the beach wasn't a great place to be while we were there due to riptides, wind and marine life. The only heads up I'd give to other families with specific needs like us: the upstairs room with bunk beds doesn't have a traditional door and is more of a loft. We missed that when looking through the pictures and it ended up being pretty loud up there each night while our 3 year old was trying to sleep, since it's just off the kitchen. Just something to consider based on your party's needs. House was nice. Owner was great, communicated well and sent someone out immediately when one of the door locks was messed up.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2024
Hi Anne, thanks for choosing Harris Vacations!

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