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Reel House | 2BR/2BA Bay Cottage | Sleeps 5 | Pet-Friendly Renovated Retreat

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 580.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Morgan
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)
    ‪83 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Reel House | 2BR/2BA Bay Cottage | Sleeps 5 | Pet-Friendly Renovated Retreat

WELCOME TO REEL HOUSE – A CHARMING, PET-FRIENDLY MOBILE BAY COTTAGE




TOP REASONS TO BOOK

• Completely renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bath home with comfortable space for 5 guests

• King bed in master with private bath; twin-over-full bunk in second bedroom for kids or adults

• Fully furnished kitchen with new appliances

• Large 65” TV in living room for family movie nights

• Pet-friendly for one small dog (25 lbs max) with association restrictions



QUICK-VIEW BEDDING SUMMARY

PRIMARY BEDROOM: King bed

GUEST BEDROOM: Twin-over-full bunk bed


HOME LAYOUT

LIVING & DINING AREA: Comfortable open living space with large 65” TV and seating

KITCHEN: Fully furnished with all new appliances (no icemaker)

PRIMARY BEDROOM: King bed with attached private bath

GUEST BEDROOM: Twin-over-full bunk for children or adults



PROPERTY DETAILS

Welcome to REEL HOUSE, a completely renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bath cottage located on historic Mobile Bay, just 2 miles from Fort Morgan. Sleeping up to 5 guests, this delightful home offers a king-size bed in the master bedroom with private bath and a twin-over-full bunk in the second bedroom for children or adults. The fully furnished kitchen with new appliances makes preparing meals and snacks easy, while the large 65” TV in the living area provides entertainment after a day of fishing, beach activities, or relaxing by the bay. Enjoy the scenic views, outdoor adventures, and peaceful atmosphere that make this home a perfect getaway.



IMPORTANT NOTES

You must be 25 or older to book this property. No smoking. No parties or events.



PET POLICY

This home is dog-friendly for one small dog only (25 lbs max). Guests must notify us upon booking if bringing a dog. A pet fee applies. The following breeds are prohibited by the association by-laws: Doberman, Rottweiler, Chow, or Pit Bull. No other pets are allowed.



RULES FOR RENTING WITH A DOG

• Dog must be older than 9 months

• Dog must remain on a leash when outside of the house

• Guests must clean up after their dog

• No excessive barking



Failure to follow these rules will result in immediate eviction of you or your dog with no refund. If you prefer to board your pet, we recommend SeaPaws Dog Resort in Gulf Shores.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Water view

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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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No events allowed
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Pets allowed
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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
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Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Fort Morgan and Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Fort Gaines and Gulf Shores Museum. Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary and Waterville USA are also worth visiting. With jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Fort Morgan Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fort Morgan - 4 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Gulf State Park - 22 min drive - 35.2 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 24 min drive - 37.0 km
  • The Park at OWA - 34 min drive - 53.3 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Selah - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Reel House | 2BR/2BA Bay Cottage | Sleeps 5 | Pet-Friendly Renovated Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Reel House | 2BR/2BA Bay Cottage | Sleeps 5 | Pet-Friendly Renovated Retreat?

As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Reel House | 2BR/2BA Bay Cottage | Sleeps 5 | Pet-Friendly Renovated Retreat on 22 May 2026 start from AU$359, 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 Reel House | 2BR/2BA Bay Cottage | Sleeps 5 | Pet-Friendly Renovated Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Reel House | 2BR/2BA Bay Cottage | Sleeps 5 | Pet-Friendly Renovated Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Reel House | 2BR/2BA Bay Cottage | Sleeps 5 | Pet-Friendly Renovated Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Reel House | 2BR/2BA Bay Cottage | Sleeps 5 | Pet-Friendly Renovated Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Fort Morgan Beach and Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge. Fort Morgan is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

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. 30 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. Host was super friendly and responsive. The home was very nice and super clean. Fantastic location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us and would love to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Wonderful stay!

The location was wonderful! Easy walk to the beach and great bay views from the home! The home was very clean! Great response time regarding any questions. My family looks torward to staying here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

Second stay at Reel House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love this vacation spot. It’s a few minute walk to the beach, but my family loves staying on the bay for the fishing and kayaking. We love that it’s pet friendly. The house is well equipped and the right size for us.
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, Jessica. Thank you for the 5-star review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

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

Great weekend trip

We just spent a few days but enjoyed it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Feb 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

The Reel house is real fantastic!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time during our stay! Very easy to find, close enough to all of gulf shore’s amenities but far enough away to provide peace and quiet. House was very clean and it faces west so beautiful sunsets every night. Beach is an easy walk and was never too busy. Wildlife was great as well, saw dolphins multiple times!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay with us, Justin! Thank you so much for the 5-star review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

edward J.

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

Great place to stay

The home was very clean and the Beach is within walking distance. Wonderful place to stay if you’re fishing. I will definitely be back…
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2024
Edward, it was a pleasure to have you and we are so happy that you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki M.

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

Great little house

We enjoyed our stay in this house. It was very clean and in a great quiet location
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb 2024
It was a pleasure to have you as our guest and we are delighted that you had a great experience! We look forward to welcoming you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

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

Perfect Stay

Everything was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2024
That is great to hear! Thank you so much for the great rating!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house inside was immaculate and was very cozy for our family of 4 including our small dog. The kitchen was nicely stocked with the exception of a large mixing bowl. The bedrooms were on the smaller side, but the beds were super comfy. There were several soft or weak areas in the hallway flooring. The property manager was contacted with an immediate response. Throughout the stay though, the flooring in front of the cold air return vent began to crack.The property is located on the bay with a short walk to the ocean. During low tide, the water is very shallow in front of the house but was deep enough to launch our kayaks. The neighborhood was very peaceful and clean. The area under the house had a nice setup with crabbing equipment, paddle boards, kayaks, cleaning table, shower, etc; however, the ceiling is very low. If you are taller than 5’8, you have to duck in order to walk under the house. Needless to say, our mid-sized suv would not fit under the house. There was some trash lying around the edges of the concrete pad underneath the house. There was only one outside door to the home which was concerning to me in case of an emergency. Overall, it was an enjoyable and relaxing stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2026
Kristi, thank you for your thorough review of the property. We value your feedback and are so glad you had an overall enjoyable stay. We apologize for the minor issues you experienced while staying at the property and will be sure to keep these in mind for future guest stays. We would love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis P.

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

Relaxing quiet cove with a view

We enjoyed relaxing on the deck and watching the sunsets. The little private beach was a nice added attraction. Great place to get away from it all.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2024
We were so happy to have you and we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Reel House! We look forward to hosting you again!
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10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

Highly recommended house

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House was perfect for what we were looking for. Relaxing vacation
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2025
Thank you, Keith for taking time to leave a review. We were happy to host you, and hope you can get back real soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Tyler P.

Lovely quiet and chill place in the bay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house was great. You can tell it has been redone somewhat recently. Has a lovely deck and dock on the water from coffee in the morning and wine as the sunsets.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2025
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. It sounds like you were living your best life on vacation! We are so happy that you were able to take advantage of that beautiful water view. Please let us know when you are ready to come down!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ERIN T.

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

Reel House on the Bay

We loved our stay at the Reel House. It's great little house with easy access to the beach. We will definitely come back to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Feb 2024
We love to hear this! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and we look forward to welcoming you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl Y.

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

Beach Birthday

Loved the quietness of the area. They property was beautifully decorated, well maintained and well stocked, inside and out.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2024
Thank you for spending your birthday with us! We really appreciate the five star review! We look forward to having you stay with us again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T.

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

Wonderful Vacation

We enjoyed our vacation hope to do again next year!! Thank You SOOOOOOO Very Much!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Feb 2024
You are so very welcome! Thank you for staying with us and we look forward to having you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky V.

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

Alabama experience

Cozy,clean,comfortable. Liked location. Nicely decorated. Washer/dryer.Could have an updated coffee pot.Instructions on navigating tv in living room.Blankets for when it’s cold.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We were happy to host you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

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

Perfect!

This stay was perfect for the girls to get away! It would also be great for a family vacation with pets. Nice beach. The house was very clean, kitchen was well equipped to cook. Beds were comfortable. We will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2024
Thank you so much for the great review of your stay in Reel House! I'm so glad you enjoyed your time there and we would love to book this home for you again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Byron H.

Reel House Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very good experience.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Dec 2023
Byron, thank you for staying with us again! We appreciate you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Logan M.

A Great Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay at the Reel House was great. The house is in a pretty good location to where you can walk to the beach or drive to some public access points. The provided kayaks were also nice. With them you could launch out and kayak over to St. Andrew’s Bay to fish or explore.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2024
Logan, thank you so much for the great review! We were happy to have you and look forward to hosting you again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

We loved it

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved everything. Quiet little place away from all of the noise and city. Perfect little get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2023
Thank you for staying with us and we really appreciate the great review of your stay in Reel House! Give us a call when you are ready to come back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cathy F.

Reel House

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was amazing. Looked like it was brand new. It was stocked with plenty of the necessities ie.. pots pans towels etc. Couldn't have asked for anything more.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2023
Cathy, that is wonderful to hear! Thank you so much for the great review! This is a new home and we are so glad to have it on our program! Come back and stay with us again!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Construction noise was unexpected.

The house was great and the process was easy but we had no idea that construction was occurring right next door. Starting bright and early every day there was construction noise all day long. It made time on the porch not enjoyable. It was not a relaxing get-away as we had hoped. I just wish it had been disclosed so I could have made an informed decision.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Apr 2025
We are very sorry to hear this, we do try to notify guests when we are made aware.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mindy K.

Great stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Reel house was just perfect for our family of 4. We loved the decor, the modern furnishings and the awesome deck. The place was immaculate and had everything we needed. It was within walking distance of an awesome beach and close to Fort Morgan and the ferry. We enjoyed being away from the hustle and bustle of Gulf Shores and the traffic and congestion. It was just what we were looking for.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2024
Mindy, we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay in Reel House! It is an awesome little house! We look forward to welcoming you back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Linda N.

Reel house

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very clean and looked newly remodeled. Very pretty inside. Beautiful deck overlooking inlet with oyster boxes and wildlife and beautiful sunsets. Aprox 4 block walk to gulf beach. Beach stunning and dog friendly. Only lacking a beach chair or 2 as we didnt have room.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar 2024
Linda, we were happy to have you as our guest and we are delighted that you had a great experience at Reel House! We look forward to welcoming you back!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Linda O.

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

Not so peaceful retreat!

Pictures show a relaxing little cottage but little did we know they were building 2 houses right next door. Workers were there from early morning to late night, hammering, drilling and making a lot of noise. The peaceful retreat was far from it! The house being built next door is approximately 10-15 feet away, so very close. The cleanliness of the house was questionable also. Seems there were several spills and stains throughout the house. Kitchen counters had a spill of white goo??? No I would not recommend this house unless you had very low expectations!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Hi Linda, We sincerely apologize that your experience did not meet your expectations. Two weeks prior to your stay, we informed you about the construction taking place next door. While we strive to manage all aspects of our property, the construction was beyond our control, but we apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. Regarding the cleaning concerns, we would have appreciated the opportunity to address them during your stay, had we been made aware. Please accept our sincere apologies for any issues you encountered. We hope you still enjoyed the other aspects of your stay, and we would be happy to help you find a property better suited to your needs for any future stay. Thank you.

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