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iva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf

Beachfront holiday home with private pool and kitchen

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Exterior
Pool
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 16444.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Kiva Dunes Golf Course
  • Place, Fort Morgan Beach
  • Place, Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge
  • Airport, Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport)

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bottom Flr King plus Queen Murphy Bed

1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Middle Flr East Beachfront King

1 King Bed

Middle Flr NE King

1 King Bed

MIddle Flr NW King

1 King Bed

Middle Flr West Beachfront King

1 King Bed

Top Flr Primary King and Daybed and Trundle

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main Flr Bedroom/Pool Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Middle Flr NE

Toilet · Shower only

Middle Flr NW

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Middle Flr SE

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Middle Flr SW

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Top Flr Half Bath

Toilet

Top Flr Primary Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

iva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf

Viva La Kiva is a beautiful beachfront home with true coastal feel, 6 King bedrooms, each with a private bath, an elevator, and a private 10'x28' private pool that can be heated from October to May for $60 per day. It has amazing views with broad porches that span the width of each of the three levels of the house.

Plus you'll have FREE Golf and Activities every day of your stay to make it even better (value of up to $700/day). Sorry, Kiva Dunes is not one of the courses that participates in the free activities program but is available to play at normal rates. Free rounds are available at Gulf Shores Golf Club, Lost Key, and Soldier's Creek.

The bottom floor has a gracious entry, a screened porch that overlooks the private pool, a bedroom with a King bed plus a twin daybed and twin trundle, a full bath, a laundry, and the garage.

The middle floor features a family room and 4 King bedrooms, each with a private bath.

The top floor has a large living area with amazing views, a huge round dining table that our guests love, a kitchen, a powder room, and the master bedroom and bath. The master bedroom has a King bed plus an alcove with a twin daybed and twin trundle.

Located in the Kiva Dunes Beach and Golf Resort, Viva La Kiva is on a huge beachfront lot and has access to neighborhood tennis courts as well as the golf course and lodge.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Start a load of towels in the washing machine
Leave beds unmade that have been used
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We require a signed rental agreement for each reservation that will outline expectations for payment, cancellation policy, and other important info!

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
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Gulf Shores

Located in Gulf Highlands, a neighbourhood in Gulf Shores, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Fort Morgan is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Fort Morgan Beach and Gulf Shores Beach. Dauphin Island Audubon Bird Sanctuary and Billy's Seafood are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gulf Shores, AL

What's nearby

  • Kiva Dunes Golf Course - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Fort Morgan Beach - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Fort Morgan - 15 min drive - 16.9 km
  • Gulf Shores Beach - 30 min drive - 32.0 km

Getting around

  • Mobile, AL (BFM-Downtown Airport) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sassy Bass - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Village Hideaway @ The Beach Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jesse’s On The Bay - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tacky Jacks Fort Morgan - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sassy Bass Amazin' Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does iva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is iva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at iva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at iva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is iva La Kiva by GSVR | Beachfront Home w/ Private Pool at Kiva Dunes + FREE Activities/Golf located?

Nestled on the beach, this Gulf Highlands holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kiva Dunes Golf Course and Fort Morgan Beach. Bon Secour Bay and Edith Hammock are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

50th bday trip

First of all, the house is amazing! The views incredible and we had excellent weather and we were able to enjoy the beach and the pool. The staff and rental agents were responsive and professional. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl J.

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

Military Family 2019

It was a beautiful place. Loved the pool, beach access, and privacy. Biggest complaint is fix your elevator!! We had to call at least 4 times about it. There were several of us who needed it and booked the house because of it. Also when you are on vacation you should not have to wash all the towels and fold them. It is one thing to load the dishwasher but should not be required to put up the clean dishes. We pay a cleaning fee so clean!! Overall had a nice stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

JENNY D.

Viva La Vaca !!!

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: Beautiful home, the pictures don't do it justice. Worked perfectly for our family, giving each of my 4 kids family's their privacy as well as more than enough common space for meals, games, and fun both inside and out. We had 3 occasions to contact the owner during our stay with questions and they got back to us immediately and solved our concern. Best hosts! Location is 25 minute drive from town, but worth it if you value privacy and want to treat yourself like the rich and famous for a week ~ If you have the opportunity to spend a week in paradise, I highly recommend Viva La Kiva.
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Epic Spring Break Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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 fabulous time and have already booked the house for Spring Break last year. We had great communication with the rental company anytime we needed something. There are a few things that would be helpful to have in the home and I submitted those items so hopefully they are there when we return next year. It’s our 4th trip to Gulf Shores and the 3rd house we have stayed in and the area and house are our absolute favorite!! The added and included activities are a huge plus. Our group enjoyed the fishing trip, miniature golf, golf, dolphin cruise and parasailing (some multiple times during the 11 days we were there).
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10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Great place for a friends get away

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: Great home - kitchen very well stocked. Lots of space and amazing view. Great place to rent for a friends weekend where everyone got their own room and bathroom.
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10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Perfect for Multiple Families

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: Wonderful set up for multiple families to stay. 6 king size bedrooms with each having its own bathroom. Separate spaces, yet large enough top floor for everyone to gather. Lovely accommodations.

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was as advertised and perfect for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann B.

Our 9th Year

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: A great spot for our family.
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8/10 Good

Mary Kay W.

Great Place but don't expect to re-rent same week

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our group of 13 ladies love this house. We rented it in 2023 and re-rented it for 2024. However when we tried to re-rent for the following year prior to end of our stay, GSVR allowed someone else to rent our timeframe for 2025. I understand anyone wanting to stay here. All rooms are king suites and first and 3rd floor ensuites have extra sleeping of twin & trundle or queen size murphy bed. Love the living area is on top floor and the large round table is awesome for a large group. We are so sad that now we have to go back to the drawing board to find another place for our group. NOT HAPPY about that!

8/10 Good

Walter W.

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

Friends Vacation

Wonderful location and views. Plenty of parking and seclusion from the crowds, which is what we were looking for. Short drives to fine dining and groceries.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Great vacation!

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 house is in perfect location, beach front, private pool,very clean, our hostess was very helpful, great house, highly recommend!
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10/10 Excellent

Dolores S.

Gulf Shores Memory

Rating Details: The property manager was more than 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: Beautiful condo, great location. There were four families staying for one week & everyone enjoyed their stay. Didn’t feel cramped as the condo is very spacious. Loved the pool & the elevator came in very handy as we had two family members with mobility restrictions.had a couple of minor problems during our stay which were corrected quickly. One thing I’d bring to the owner’s attention is garbage pick up. The bins were not taken out on designated garbage day & bins were over full before the next pickup day. Minor problem but wanted to let you know. Overall a very pleasant week & would definitely recommend facility to everyone.Thanks
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10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Favorite week of the year!

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: This was our third time to stay at Viva La Kiva,and we have reservations for next June. The house is lovely and comfortable, znd the beach area is amazing and huge. It’s like having your own private beach.
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10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

Wonderful family home

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: This Home is Perfect for our family of 12. House was clean, well stocked Kitchen! Beautiful views! Pool is perfect can see the gulf from there! Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Fam trip

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: Great place to stay !!
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10/10 Excellent

Great Family Trip

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: Our group was 6 couples. We had a great time! The house was perfect for our group.
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Wonderful home, private beach

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 reserved this fabulous home for a family trip and it was perfect! Each bedroom is a king with its own bathroom, it has a pool and is right on the beach.
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10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

Room for Everyone

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: Do you ever look at a big 6 brm rental property only to see not enough space on the couches? Not enough chairs at the dining table? Only a handful of loungers around the pool? Deck not big enough? Not here! This big beautiful house was perfect for our stay with 3 generations and extended family. Lots of room to gather with plenty of seats for everyone both inside and out. Plus plenty of spaces to spread out when you need some quiet time. The pool and deck area was a great place to get some sun or read in the shade. The elevator was a bonus. The house was very clean with comfortable beds. And you pretty much have the beach to yourself. Quiet secluded area to relax and unwind. It’s a little drive to town for groceries, etc, but well worth it to be away from it all. Stop at the Beignet Cafe, they are made to order and are piping hot and delicious. Definitely recommend this rental. We will be back.
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10/10 Excellent

Michele R.

What a gem!!

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: What a wonderful time my family had!! Nobody wanted to leave! There were 12 of us in the house, ages 11-75. We had tons of room to spread out. The house was clean and tidy top to bottom. We had ONE issue at the house, on our first night, and they were out within an HOUR to correct it! My family LIVED in the beautiful pool for most of the trip. My family wants to come back and stay again SOON, and so do I!! Side note-we were provided a variety of free or reduced price activities to go to around the area. My nephews did the free golf and they had a great time. Just be aware: If you come around Spring Break, the area is loaded with families. The small stores could not handle all the demand for groceries. It was the same for many of the restaurants. Be prepared to either have some groceries with you when you arrive, or to take the 10 minute ride into town to shop there. A small grocery store near us would not have eggs in again for 2 days! We drove into town and the store was LOADED with eggs!! Thank You for a fabulous time!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Spring Break 2024

This place is gorgeous! We loved everything about it - the gorgeous view, private pool, great beds for all, and beautiful furnishings. The free activities were a wonderful bonus. We are already dreaming of when we can come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher M. W.

C DUB FAMILY VACATION

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: Once again, a great time by all!

10/10 Excellent

Ross T.

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

Spring Break 2024

Amazing house and property with everything that is needed. The kids loved being able to go from the pool to the beach and then back and forth again and again. For a house of this size it was amazing how clean and spotless it was. Hats off to the cleaning crew that takes care of this property. I would definitely recommend this property to a friend and would stay again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

Girlfriend Getaway…

The house was amazing and accommodating for thirteen of us…plenty of room! The elevator was a plus, especially since the kitchen is located on the top level. The views were spectacular, and we loved the secluded location…definitely hope to return for another visit soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Incredible Beach House. Great location!

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: Our family stayed at Viva la Kiva with kids and grandkids around five years ago. We loved it then, so we decided to stay again with three other couples that we often vacation with. We all had a great time. The location is great, away from the hustle and bustle, but only a few minutes drive to all the great restaurants. Our friends liked so much, we have already booked Viva la Kiva again for next February. Very clean. Beautiful condition. I highly recommend Viva la Kiva for your next vacation.
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10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Wonderful Time for our family! Highly Recommend!!

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: I cannot say enough positive things about Viva La Kiva. We had never been to the beach during the winter and were looking for a great place to hang out, play games, and be together. The house is located on the Fort Morgan peninsula, and it was so peaceful. The property is about 15 miles from the main highway in Gulf Shores, but that's exactly what we wanted for our family. There is a Dollar General about four miles away, and there are a couple of restaurants there as well. The walk to the beach is very simple, and there are protected dunes on either side of the walkway. So its beautiful, and gives the feeling of even being more remote than you actually are. The service was fantastic! I was given a number to call or text during my stay. They were always responsive and knew everything about the house. On day three, we lost our pool heat. I contacted them, and men came to discover our heater was out of gas. They came on NEW YEAR's EVE!! I was blown away. They were so friendly, and told us when the pool would be ready and they were exactly right!It had plenty of room for 11 of us. The extra large living and dining areas were what I appreciated most. All 11 of us could be the same room with chairs to spare. It was so nice! I would recommend Viva La Kiva to anyone who has a large family and wants to be together. The space is amazing, up to date, and decorated beautifully. There are six bedrooms and an equal number of bathrooms. We had a wonderful time and hope to come back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Our Team at Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals, Inc

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Gulf Shores Vacation Rentals is a locally-based, family-owned, professional vacation management company. We specialize in large homes, mainly beachfront with 6-12 bedrooms, and most with private pools. During your stay we have a team ready to assist, 7 days a week, should you need assistance, Thank you for considering our homes for your next beach vacation.

Why they chose this property

Once you see the beach at Kiva Dunes, you'll understand immediately. Homes are nestled into the dunes in one of the only protected dune areas remaining on the Gulf Coast. Combine the natural beauty of nearly 2 acres, right on the beach with the amenities of the Kiva Dunes Resort and you've got an amazing getaway.

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