Steps to the Beach! Pet Friendly + Ocean Views + Pool & Hot Tub + Sleeps 6

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A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a built-in oven. There is a small dining table with benches, a TV on a stand, and artwork on the walls.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A two-story building with a wooden staircase and a balcony.
A wooden exterior with a door marked "4 Sophia by the sea," blue Adirondack chairs, and a wooden deck.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Gulf Shores Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Gulf Shores, AL
  • Place, Gulf Shores Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Hangout Music Fest
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Gulf State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

2 Queen Beds

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Dining area

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About the area

Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores is home to this condo. Shoppers can check out The Wharf, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Gulf Shores Beach and Gulf State Park. Tropic Falls at OWA and Shrimpy's Grill and Golf are also worth visiting.
Map
Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Gulf Shores Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Little Lagoon - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hangout Music Fest - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gulf State Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Waterville USA - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Gulf Shores, AL (GUF-Jack Edwards) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hangout - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sunliner Diner - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pony Pub - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps to the Beach! Pet Friendly + Ocean Views + Pool & Hot Tub + Sleeps 6 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Steps to the Beach! Pet Friendly + Ocean Views + Pool & Hot Tub + Sleeps 6?

As of 1 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps to the Beach! Pet Friendly + Ocean Views + Pool & Hot Tub + Sleeps 6 on 31 Jan 2027 start from AU$474, 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 Steps to the Beach! Pet Friendly + Ocean Views + Pool & Hot Tub + Sleeps 6 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Steps to the Beach! Pet Friendly + Ocean Views + Pool & Hot Tub + Sleeps 6?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps to the Beach! Pet Friendly + Ocean Views + Pool & Hot Tub + Sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to the Beach! Pet Friendly + Ocean Views + Pool & Hot Tub + Sleeps 6?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to the Beach! Pet Friendly + Ocean Views + Pool & Hot Tub + Sleeps 6 located?

Situated in Gulf Shores, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Little Lagoon, Gulf Shores Beach, and Gulf State Park. The Hangout and Wade Ward Nature Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great pet friendly condo right across from the beach!! Perfect for our family of 3 and our dog!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place real close to the beach and very comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was the perfect place for us and our pets!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely love the location and the owners were amazing to work with!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a cute place, right across from the beach and centrally located to restaurants, souvenir shops, ice cream etc..
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the place! Thanks for sharing your home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this property! Quick access to the beach and surrounded by plenty restaurants and things to do! Property was clean and had all the extras, which were greatly appreciated! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great stay, close to everything. Beach was easy walk across street. We had rain but still loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our family! Loved the location. Kids enjoyed the pool and hot tub. Host was easy to communicate with and helpful. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sophia by the Sea was perfect for two adults and two small dogs. It was very close to the beach, restaurants, and shops. Tiffani was very friendly and easy to communicate with. We enjoyed our stay in Gulf Shores!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was super easy, overall cleanliness was great, Tiffani was a message away and always replied super quickly. My wife and I loved this place, as well as our fur babies. Entrance to the beach was literally across the street from where the unit is. Will definitely recommend this stay to anyone with or without pets, 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is in the perfect location! A short walk to the beach, to eat, and to shop. The pool is very nice, and we really enjoyed the hot tub in the evenings. Cleanliness is very important to me, and it’s nice to not have to clean before you can settle into a place! This older condo complex is super cute and has a lot vintage beach charm. Tiffani is a wonderful host and works to ensure you have a terrific stay. She is very accommodating and worked with me on some last minute changes I had to make. I will be back sooner than later :)
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beds were comfortable, kitchen well stocked, internet fast, property maintained and located right across the street from beach access.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my first extended stay with VRBO. Tiffani was very quick with all of my extended stay questions. The kitchen was well stocked with everything that you need. The beach is right across the street. Walking distance to many restaurants. Great location!
Stayed 23 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and it was nice having the dogs with us. Only problem is the dogs couldn't be on the beach with us. I didn't know that when I booked the place. Host kept us informed and was quick to reply when asked questions
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great little place right across from the beach

Cute place in a great location. Clean, easy. Good parking and access to fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was awesome and the property was immaculate! The location was perfect for our stay! We will be back! Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a nice clean great location property. Within walking distance of several restaurants and the beach! The decor is beachy and has definately been updated. The beds slept well & pool was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean/ pet-friendly/ easy check in and out/ hot tub and pool was great/ beach entrance right across the street/ great location and walking distance to bars, shops, beach and restaurants/ had extra pool floats near pool area for everyone to use. We enjoyed everything and had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved my stay at Sophia by the Sea! From the moment I booked it from the moment we left, communication was exceptional. Instructions were clear and communication was always timely. Location is perfect and most importantly, we got to bring our dog with us. It was cleaned, had all the essentials, spacious for a family of four. This is a new favorite for future stays.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Condo was perfect for our pet, Easy in and out access and dog walk area. The hot tub was nice and hot. Super easy access to hot tub, pool, and beach. Restaurants in walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was absolutely perfect! The condo was more than a condo, it was a warm and welcoming home. Extremely clean comfortable and full of love. Equipped with everything you could need in a kitchen, even spices. The welcome book gave many places to go and we loved them all. Extremely convenient and walking distance from the shops to the beach. The pool was very nice and we met so many wonderful people from all over and we enjoyed our time there from the beginning. We utilized the bbq area more than once, and enjoyed the fact that it was just down stairs and had utensils. We also loved that we could see the ocean from our balcony. We loved every second of it and look forward to returning to our new home away from home. Many thanks to the hosts .Thank you - Kelley Hoss
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This cozy little condo was perfect! Was very clean. We felt very safe. I had my little dog with us. The pet area to walk the puppies was very clean. The area to the beach was just a short walk. The beach was right there! We would definitely come back and stay! Thomas & Tiffani, the owners, were very nice. Always making sure that everything was good for our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for our family of four! We chose it because it was pet-friendly, and although we didn’t end up bringing our dog, it was nice to have the option. The check-in process was simple, and the host even let us know the condo was ready early. She also checked in several times during our stay to make sure we had everything we needed.The condo was very clean, well-stocked, and just a short walk from the beach. We loved that beach chairs were provided, saving us from having to bring or buy our own. The location was excellent—close to restaurants and shopping within walking distance.Parking was easy, though there are a few stairs to keep in mind when carrying heavier items. It wasn’t a problem for us. Our kids especially enjoyed the pool and made friends with other children staying there.Overall, the price was fantastic, and we would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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